Disney Deciphered: a Disney World planning podcast

00:43 - What are we considering bars and lounges?

03:09 - Magic Kingdom bars and lounges

08:59 - Epcot bars and lounges

18:50 - Hollywood Studios bars and lounges

25:18 - Animal Kingdom bars and lounge

28:07 - Disney dos and don'ts

Disney Destinations

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Episode Description

We discuss world destinations we want to visit inspired by Disney!

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

03:02 - US Destinations we want to visit because of Disney 11:26 - Disney inspired European destinations 15:32 - Other destinations inspired by Disney 23:41 Disney dos and don'ts

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00:43 - Snow White's Enchanted Wish background 03:57 - Attraction runthrough 08:25 - Who is the attraction for/not for 09:52 - Minimizing wait times 11:39 - Tier ranking 12:45 - Pinocchio's Daring Journey background 13:39 - Attraction run through 16:44 - Who is the attraction for/not for 17:36 - Minimizing wait times 19:10 - Tier ranking 21:51 - Disney dos and don'ts

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Enchanting Extras

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Episode Description

We discuss Enchanting Extras at Walt Disney World and which ones we would spend our time and money on.

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

01:35 - Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

04:42 - Fireworks viewing

08:18 - Other Magic Kingdom Enchanting Extras

09:31 - Harmony Barbershop

10:16 - Epcot Enchanting Extras

14:18 - Hollywood Studios Enchanting Extras

17:19 - Animal Kingdom Enchanting Extras

19:12 - Other Enchanting Extras to consider

24:29 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

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Disneyland heat

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Episode Description

Beat the heat at Disneyland Resort, where it does get hot, with Leslie's advice and tips!

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

01:07 - Disneyland trip overview

03:19 - When does it get hot at Disneyland?

05:06 - Adjusting general strategy based on heat

06:26 - Where to eat when it's hot in Disneyland

08:39 - Good dining options in California Adventure

09:26 - Hotel restaurant options?

11:12 - Quick service options

15:39 - Queue considerations and best rides

23:06 - General tips

27:36 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

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Norwegian Fjords

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Episode Description

One last cruise report for the summer! Joe sailed on the Disney Dream out of the UK to Norway to visit the fjords. We discuss beautiful scenery, the English Channel, Maelstrom, extended family cruising, and a whole lot more on this bucket list trip.

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

02:02 - Pre-cruise in London

04:38 - Transportation to the port in Southampton

07:33 - Norwegian Fjords Itinerary

14:19 - Haugesund and Olden

22:21 Alesund and Stavanger

31:56 - Money in Europe

35:21 - Disney vs. 3rd Party Excursions

37:04 - Was the cruise worth it?

39:33 - Disney dos and don'ts

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Lindblad

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Episode Description

Joe recently was invited to check out the Arctic Circle with National Geographic/Lindblad expeditions. We talk about expedition cruising, what makes it a bit rough yet still comfortable, polar bears, beautiful scenery, beach landings, and a whole lot more. Greenland, I was unfamiliar with your game.

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

03:45 - What is a National Geographic/Lindblad Expedition?

10:56 - Does Lindblad work for less active folks?

15:41 - Cruise itinerary

19:05 - A Typical Expedition Day

27:25 - What was the National Geographic Explorer vessel like?

30:18 - Seasickness?

32:50 - Equipment needed for expedition cruising

34:42 - Who should consider trying National Geographic/Lindblad Expeditions?

37:57 - Lindblad vs. Adventures by Disney

42:47 - Overall National Geographic/Lindblad review

44:27 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

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D23 2026

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Episode Description

D23 had a bunch of announcements - we discuss all the parks news worth knowing!

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

02:36 - Animal Kingdom announcements

09:10 - Hollywood Studios announcements

11:32 - EPCOT announcements

13:33 - Magic Kingdom announcements

17:43 - International Parks announcements

19:11 - Disney Cruise Line announcements

22:08 - Disney's California Adventure announcements

26:18 - Disneyland announcements

28:37 - Closing Thoughts

33:47 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram!

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01:23 Avengers Campus background 02:25 Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout background 04:02 Queue and Attraction 10:40 Who is Mission Breakout for/not for? 12:39 Lightning Lane and Line strategies 15:47 Tier ranking 18:04 Spiderman: WEB Slingers background, queue, and attraction 25:51 Lightning Lane and Line strategies 28:00 Tier Ranking 30:33 Disney dos and don'ts