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Thinking about your next Disney World trip but overwhelmed by all the hotel choices? In this episode, Steph Sweets and Ed Pizza break down the pros, cons, and hidden gems of staying on-site, off-site, or even with Disney Vacation Club. From $1,000-a-night deluxe resorts to budget-friendly rooms under $200, they share real-world tips, point-hacking strategies, and surprising ways to save.
You'll hear:
✨ Why the "Disney bubble" is real — and worth it
✨ The best value resorts (and which moderates to skip)
✨ Insider info on Swan & Dolphin, Good Neighbor hotels, and timeshares
✨ How Disney Vacation Club (DVC) stays can unlock deluxe perks at moderate prices
✨ What to watch out for with off-site "deals" that aren't really deals
Whether you're planning your first family trip or a repeat adults-only getaway, this episode will help you match your budget to the right resort — and avoid rookie mistakes along the way.
Key Moments
01:20 – Steph's coast-to-coast Disney challenge: all six parks in 24 hours
05:40 – Disneyland Halloween Time: 100+ new food items & seasonal churros
07:55 – Fireworks recap: last night of Wondrous vs. revamped Halloween Screams
08:40 – Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay & the real gingerbread house tradition
12:00 – Disney's tech win: how to reset your Magic Key for repeat surprises
12:50 – Over to Walt Disney World: Food & Wine Festival kicks off at Epcot
16:20 – Test Track's breathtaking revamp (and single rider vs. Lightning Lane strategy)
20:55 – Navigating Lightning Lane tiers: Frozen, Ratatouille, Test Track & Guardians
21:45 – Geo 82: Disney's first adults-only lounge (and Steph's pro tip for fireworks seating)
25:05 – Drink prices vs. experience: are the cocktails worth $20+?
28:20 – Beak and Barrel opens at Magic Kingdom: theming, interactivity & must-try mocktails
31:15 – 45-minute seating limit explained (and why it might loosen over time)
33:20 – Pirate theming, animatronics & hidden Easter eggs inside Beak and Barrell
35:20 – Starlight Parade debut at Magic Kingdom — why Steph loved it
37:15 – Wrap-up: working from Disney, listener feedback, and what's next
👋 Connect with us:
Follow Steph on Instagram: @stephparkside
Follow Ed on social: @pizzainmotion 🎧 Love the show? Don't miss future episodes of Catch Us at the Castle.
👉 Follow, rate & review wherever you get your podcasts.
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By Steph Sweets and Ed PizzaWatch Us On YouTube!
Thinking about your next Disney World trip but overwhelmed by all the hotel choices? In this episode, Steph Sweets and Ed Pizza break down the pros, cons, and hidden gems of staying on-site, off-site, or even with Disney Vacation Club. From $1,000-a-night deluxe resorts to budget-friendly rooms under $200, they share real-world tips, point-hacking strategies, and surprising ways to save.
You'll hear:
✨ Why the "Disney bubble" is real — and worth it
✨ The best value resorts (and which moderates to skip)
✨ Insider info on Swan & Dolphin, Good Neighbor hotels, and timeshares
✨ How Disney Vacation Club (DVC) stays can unlock deluxe perks at moderate prices
✨ What to watch out for with off-site "deals" that aren't really deals
Whether you're planning your first family trip or a repeat adults-only getaway, this episode will help you match your budget to the right resort — and avoid rookie mistakes along the way.
Key Moments
01:20 – Steph's coast-to-coast Disney challenge: all six parks in 24 hours
05:40 – Disneyland Halloween Time: 100+ new food items & seasonal churros
07:55 – Fireworks recap: last night of Wondrous vs. revamped Halloween Screams
08:40 – Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay & the real gingerbread house tradition
12:00 – Disney's tech win: how to reset your Magic Key for repeat surprises
12:50 – Over to Walt Disney World: Food & Wine Festival kicks off at Epcot
16:20 – Test Track's breathtaking revamp (and single rider vs. Lightning Lane strategy)
20:55 – Navigating Lightning Lane tiers: Frozen, Ratatouille, Test Track & Guardians
21:45 – Geo 82: Disney's first adults-only lounge (and Steph's pro tip for fireworks seating)
25:05 – Drink prices vs. experience: are the cocktails worth $20+?
28:20 – Beak and Barrel opens at Magic Kingdom: theming, interactivity & must-try mocktails
31:15 – 45-minute seating limit explained (and why it might loosen over time)
33:20 – Pirate theming, animatronics & hidden Easter eggs inside Beak and Barrell
35:20 – Starlight Parade debut at Magic Kingdom — why Steph loved it
37:15 – Wrap-up: working from Disney, listener feedback, and what's next
👋 Connect with us:
Follow Steph on Instagram: @stephparkside
Follow Ed on social: @pizzainmotion 🎧 Love the show? Don't miss future episodes of Catch Us at the Castle.
👉 Follow, rate & review wherever you get your podcasts.