Earstravagant Adventures

There are three things gone from Walt Disney World that I am still not over: Wishes, Illuminations, and the Grand Floridian gingerbread house.

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, Rachael and Katie go through everything at Walt Disney World that's gone but not forgotten — fireworks, food festival experiences, rides, resort touches, and a few things you might not even remember existed. Some of it is pure nostalgia. Some of it, we're still a little salty about.

What we cover in this episode:

• Wishes, Illuminations, and Harmonious
• Magic Kingdom classics like SpectroMagic, the OG Festival of Fantasy Parade, and Tinker Bell meet and greets
• EPCOT Food & Wine Festival experiences that used to be part of the fun
• Hollywood Studios favorites like the Great Movie Ride and Lights, Motors, Action!
• Animal Kingdom's original parade and boat cavalcades
• Resort touches like Spirit of Aloha and the original Grand Floridian gingerbread house
• A few Disney oddities you may have forgotten entirely

Whether you've been going to Walt Disney World for decades or just a few years, this episode is a trip down memory lane — and we want to know what you miss most.

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When people think "cruise ship," they picture a casino and a pool bar. Virgin Voyages has so much more than that — and today we're showing you all of it.

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, travel advisors Rachael and Julija take you through every space onboard a Virgin Voyages ship — from The Manor to the fitness center to the onboard tattoo parlor. Rachael and Julija have both sailed Virgin Voyages themselves, so this isn't a generic overview. It's a real, firsthand walkthrough of what you're actually getting when you book this ship.

What we cover in this episode:

• The Manor — Rachael's favorite space onboard and why it's iconic
• The entertainment venues throughout the ship
• The onboard tattoo parlor
• The smoke-free casino and how it fits into the overall vibe
• The fitness center and more
• Why there's so much more onboard than most people expect

By the end of this episode, you'll have a full scope of what a Virgin Voyages ship actually offers — because it's a lot more than drinks by the pool.

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Asia is an incredible place to travel — and it's also one of the trickiest to plan on your own. So is a guided tour actually the easiest way to do it?

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, travel advisors Rachael and Katie break down what Adventures by Disney offers across Asia — the destinations, the experiences, and why a guided tour can make such a difference in a part of the world where logistics get complicated fast. Every hotel, activity, and detail on an Adventures by Disney trip is vetted at a Disney level, and each tour is led by two Adventure Guides — typically one local to the destination and one Disney-trained guide from the U.S. — so you get both expert insight and someone who knows the ground you're covering.

What we cover in this episode:

• Why Asia can be one of the more complicated destinations to plan independently
• What Adventures by Disney actually includes on their Asia itineraries
• How the guide system works and why it matters
• What makes these trips different from booking Asia on your own
• Who this style of guided travel is best suited for

If Asia has been on your list but the planning has felt overwhelming, this episode will help you see a different way to finally make it happen.

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Walt Disney World or Disneyland — it's one of the first questions every family asks us, and there's no one-size-fits-all answer.

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, travel advisors Rachael and Katie break down the real differences between Walt Disney World and Disneyland — not which one is "better," because that's not really the right question. It's about which one actually fits your family. We're walking through size, cost, crowd levels, and what each destination is really like to visit, so you can make the call with confidence instead of guessing.

What we cover in this episode:

• The real differences in size and scope between the two resorts
• How cost compares between a Disney World trip and a Disneyland trip
• Crowd levels and what to expect at each
• What each destination is actually like to visit, day to day
• How to figure out which one is the right fit for your family

Whether you're planning your first Disney trip or deciding where to go next, this episode will help you choose with confidence instead of guessing.

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Everyone books Punta Cana without a second thought — but is it actually the right call for your trip?

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, travel advisor Katie takes the lead to break down her favorite all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic — and how to choose the right one instead of just defaulting to the most popular name. Katie is our all-inclusive expert and plans these vacations constantly, so this isn't a ranking pulled off the internet. It's firsthand knowledge from someone who knows these properties and knows how to match them to the right traveler.

What we cover in this episode:

• Why the resort you pick matters more than the destination itself
• Katie's personal favorite all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic and why she recommends them
• How to match the right resort to your travel style, group, and budget
• Who each resort is actually for
• What most people get wrong when they book the Dominican Republic

Whether it's your first all-inclusive or you've been before and want to level up, this episode will help you stop guessing and start planning with confidence.

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Be Our Guest is overrated. The dining plan probably isn't worth it for your family. And no, your hotel room is not "just a place to sleep."

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, travel advisors Rachael and Katie answer the Walt Disney World questions they get asked every single day — honestly. Not the marketing answer, not the answer that sells the most add-ons. The answer they'd give a friend.

What we cover in this episode:

• Is Walt Disney World actually worth it?
• Should you get the dining plan? (Our answer depends on one thing most people ignore)
• Is Memory Maker worth it?
• Cinderella's Royal Table and Be Our Guest — our honest take
• The best character dining, and who it's really for
• Does your hotel room actually matter?
• Strollers, rest days, and where to stay with young kids
• The expenses almost everyone forgets to budget for
• Which resorts is our favorite
• Should you skip Animal Kingdom?

Whether you're planning your first trip or your fifteenth, these are the answers that will actually change how you plan.

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When you hear "river cruise," you probably picture a quiet boat full of retirees — and Adventures by Disney is about to completely change your mind.

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, travel advisors Rachael and Katie break down everything you need to know about Adventures by Disney river cruises — the different itineraries available, the highlights you'll experience along the way, and why this is one of our favorite ways to see Europe. From the rivers you'll sail to the all-inclusive, Disney-level service that handles every detail, we're giving you the full picture so you can decide if this is your kind of trip.

What we cover in this episode:

• Why river cruising isn't what you think it is
• The different Adventures by Disney river itineraries and what makes each one special
• The highlights and experiences you'll have along the way
• What's actually included and why it's such a stress-free way to see Europe
• Why we love Adventures by Disney for river cruising and who it's perfect for

Whether you've written off river cruising before or you've been curious but didn't know where to start, this episode will show you a completely different side of seeing Europe.

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Everyone calls Alaska a bucket-list destination — but does it actually live up to the hype when you sail it with Disney? Allie just found out, and she's telling us everything.

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, Katie sits down with Rachael and Allie, one of our Allonsy Travel agents, who just got back from a Disney Alaskan cruise aboard the Disney Magic. This is also the first year the Disney Magic has sailed Alaska, so Allie's firsthand experience is fresh, current, and exactly what you need if you're considering this trip for yourself.

What we cover in this episode:

• Allie's honest take on whether Disney Alaska lives up to the bucket-list hype
• Her highlights and biggest surprises from the sailing
• What it's like on the Disney Magic specifically
• The moments that made this trip unforgettable
• What to know if you're considering a Disney Alaska cruise

Whether Alaska has been on your list for years or you're just starting to consider it, this episode will give you the real, firsthand perspective you won't find in a brochure.

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If you're planning a Universal Orlando trip before October 2026 — you need to watch this first.

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, Katie, Rachael and Julija sit down to give their honest take on Volcano Bay right now. Between the three of them you're getting the full picture: what it's like experiencing Volcano Bay completely fresh, and what's actually different now that TapuTapu is gone.

What we cover in this episode:

• What changed when TapuTapu went away and how it affects your day
• What Julija loved as a first-time visitor
• What exactly is Volcano Bay anyway?!
• What we recommend, what to skip, and how to make the most of your time there
• Why you should plan your visit before Volcano Bay closes for its major refurbishment in October 2026

Whether you've never been or you haven't visited since the TapuTapu days, this episode will help you know exactly what to expect and how to plan your day at Volcano Bay.

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Epic Universe has been open for a year — and we've been there twice. So here's our honest answer: yes, it's still absolutely worth it.

In this episode of Earstravagant Adventures, Katie sits down with Rachael and Charles to get their real takeaways a full year after Epic Universe opened. Between the two of them they've visited at opening and again a year later, so this isn't first impression hype — this is the perspective that actually matters when you're deciding whether to add Epic Universe to your next Universal Orlando trip.

What we cover in this episode:

• What held up after the opening buzz died down
• What surprised us on our second visit
• What we love and what we'd do differently
• What we're telling every client who asks about Epic Universe right now
• Our top recommendations for first time visitors

Whether you've been before or you're planning your first visit, this episode will help you know exactly what to expect and how to make the most of your time there.

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