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Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 86:  News and Discussion 

 Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 86

 Some big news has been coming from Walt Disney World.  Characters, masks, and the Guardians of the Galaxy top the headlines.  Then we will discuss…whatever.  We have no topic, so we’ll just share some thoughts from our recent trips to the Most Magical Celebration on Earth.  This is Episode 86 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.

1.          Character Meet & Greets are back!

1. Hugs, High 5’s & Autographs return to WDW
2. Couples Characters added to Festival of Fantasy Parade
3. Additional Characters added throughout the Parks

2.          Face Covering Mandate Changed Effective 4/19

1. Face coverings are now optional on enclosed transportation and recommended for those not fully vaccinated. (As posted on MDE)

3.          GoTG DVC Preview and AP Preview were released on 4/14. DVC Dates are 5/9 & 5/18 and AP Dates are 5/8-5/10, 5/15 & 5/16 and 5/18-5/21 and assigned in 30-minute windows.

1.   “Awesome Mix” soundtrack of six songs, in their classic versions:
2. “September”
3. “Disco Inferno”
4. “Conga”
5. “Everybody Wants to Rule the World”
6. “I Ran”
7. “One Way or Another”
8. Eson, the Celestial is listed as the Villain

4.          Drawn to Life has a NEW dining package!

1. “Animated Evening - Drawn to Life Prix Fixe Dining Offer.”
2. You can choose from 13 participating Disney Springs restaurants, which all offer a prix fixe menu priced at $45 or $65 per person, depending on the location (tax and gratuity not included).
3. You must purchase Drawn to Life tickets before booking the dining package. 

5.          World of Color to use Virtual Queue when it returns to Disney California Adventure on 4/22 

6.          Bus Service ended between SWGS and Disney Springs

1. This was due to the fact that Check-in opened at 11 am but Guest Entry doesn’t begin until 1 pm - hence the Service has rarely been used since it began 1 month ago

7.          National Geographic introduces Disney+ Subscription Bundle

1. Monthly at $10.99, Annual at $109.00

8.          WDW CM blackout dates lifted until Memorial Day

9.          Disney Visa Cardmembers savings up to 30% on WDW Hotels from 8/28 - 9/19

DVC News

1.          On April 15, 2022, Disney Vacation Club increased the number of vacation homes at Disney’s Riviera Resort that members can book using points.

Thirteen vacation homes, located on the west side of the sixth floor, were added to Riviera’s DVC inventory, 

2 Studios, 1 (1 Bedroom), 9 (2 Bedroom Lockoffs) & 1 Grand Villa

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Intro Music:

Strength of the Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding the Sun by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun

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This week, we look back at our 24th anniversary trip to Disney World.  A Fireworks cruise, Moonlight Magic, Sangria University and Genie+ highlight a whirlwind 4-night, 5 day drip.  On Episode 85, of the @Mickeyphile Podcast. 

 1.              DOD Warrior games to be held at ESPN Wide World of Sports August 19-28, 2022.  https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/2022-dod-warrior-games-coming-to-walt-disney-world-resort/

2.              Disney+ Subscribers can save up to 25% off resort stays for most nights from July 8 - September 22.  https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/disneyplus-subscribers-can-save-on-a-walt-disney-world-resort-stay/

3.              Encanto projection show on facade of It’s a Small World at Disneyland.  Several times a night, projections will play along with “We Don’t Talk about Bruno”.  https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/celebrate-disney-animations-award-winning-encanto-this-spring-at-disneyland-resort/

4.              Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind DVC preview announced.  No specific dates revealed yet.  https://dvcnews.com/dvc-program/member-benefits/news-66853/5269-cosmic-rewind-preview-confirmed

5.              Registration dates for Moonlight Magic at Disney’s Hollywood Studios announced.  Events are May 24, June 16, or July 14.  Members staying on property for one of the dates can register starting April 20, 2022.  All other Members can register on May 10, 2022. Hotel reservations must be finalized by April 17, 2022.   https://dvcnews.com/dvc-program/member-benefits/news-66853/5274-hollywood-studios-moonlight-magic-registration-dates-for-2022

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Intro Music:

Strength of the Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding the Sun by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun

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Episode 84:  Dan and Holly Austin Trip Report

Guardians of the Galaxy has an official opening date, and previews are coming.  Hoop de Doo returns, and every Walt Disney World Hotel is now open.  Then, we are joined by our friends Dan and Holly Austin to discuss their 8-day, 7-night trip to Walt Disney World for Spring Break.   All this and more, plus some surprise guests, on Episode 84 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.

1.          Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind scheduled to open May 27th with Previews for CM, AP, DVC, Club 33 & D23 Gold Members

2.          Normal Character Meet and Greets returning to US Parks & Resorts and DCL beginning April 18th

3.          Disney+ expanding to 42 more countries and 11 new territories in Europe, West Asia and Africa

4.          Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue returning June 23rd with reservations online starting May 26th

5.          Rehearsals are underway for ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond’ inside the Theater of the Wild

6.          Full Menu with Prices for Connections Eatery at EPCOT released

7.          Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort reopens marking the 1st time all resorts are open since March 2020

8.          DCL self-service buffets returned April 1st 

9.          Disney Institute In-Person Learning returning on May 23rd at WDW & DL

10.       2022 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival is scheduled July 14th to November 19th

DVC

1.          VGF Sales Resume, Direct Sales Jump In March 2022

In March 2022, 241,490 points were sold for the 11 DVC resorts at Walt Disney World. This was the first time since January 2020 that direct sales exceeded the 200,000-point mark, and the largest number of points in a single month dating back to the April 2019 (267,280.)

2.          Member-exclusive Magic Kingdom fireworks voyages return on April 27 

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Intro Music:

Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun

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Episode 83:  Off Property Stay, Magic Kingdom and EPCOT

We made a quick overnight trip to Disney World to meetup with some friends.  Lounges, Photopass, and Festival booths were included, we will discuss all of it.  Plus news and more, on episode 83 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.

1.          Citrus Swirl is back at Sunshine Terrace in MK

2.          Disney wins 6 Oscars for 5 different films:

1.          ACTRESS IN A LEADING ROLE:  THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE – Jessica Chastain

2.          ANIMATED FEATURE: ENCANTO

3.          ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE:  WEST SIDE STORY – Ariana DeBose

4.          BEST DOCUMENTARY (FEATURE): SUMMER OF SOUL (…Or When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)

5.          MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING:  THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE – Linda Dowds, Stephanie Ingram, and Justin Raleigh

6.          COSTUME DESIGN: CRUELLA – Jenny Beaven

3.          Caribbean Cay Bridge at Caribbean Beach Resort is under refurbishment, but still open.

4.          Yacht Club exterior re-painting is completed.  Bridges at Stormalong Bay Pool are closed.  

5.          Plexiglass barriers are now removed from Magic Kingdom stores.

6.          Minnie Vans, Bibbity Boppity Boutique, and the Cultural Representative program prepare to return.  No official dates yet.

7.          Character dining and non-distanced character meets return to Disneyland Paris on 4/1/2022.

8.          RunDisney announces frozen inspired virtual 5K series. There will be 3 - 5K races from June 1 through August 31, 2022. The 5K metals feature Kristof and span, Elsa, Anna and Elsa; the 4 race challenge medal is Olaf.  General registration opens April 5, 2022, at 10 AM EST

9.          Guests of Disney Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels as well as Shades of Green at Walt Disney World Resort can purchase tickets to H2O Glow After Hours on the Walt Disney World Resort websitebeginning March 29, with tickets on sale for the general public April 1. 

DVC

1.          Animal Kingdom Lodge, Old Key West, and Saratoga Springs increased to $200/pt for direct purchase.

2.          High Rock Springs pool at Saratoga Springs Resort will close from January through Late March 2023 for refurbishment

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Intro Music:

Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun

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Episode 82:  Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

This week, we are joined by our friends Veronica, Ella and Kaylei to talk about their voyage on the Halcyon, the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.  We’ll discuss how a family of four enjoyed their cruise to a Galaxy Far, Far Away.  Plus news and more, on Episode 82 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.

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Intro Music:

Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun

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Episode 81:  More EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival

This is Episode 81 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.  We went back to Epcot for more of the EPCOT International Flower and Garden festival.   We have more reviews, some cool new merchandise, plus news and more on this week’s episode.

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Intro Music:

Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod

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Episode 80:  EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival

The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival kicked off on March 2nd, and we went over to try some of the new outdoor kitchens.  We’ll share our reviews of a few of them, plus news and more on this week’s episode of The Mickeyphile Podcast.

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Intro Music:

Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Episode 79:  The Walt Disney World Railroad

All Aboard!  This week, we are taking a close look at The Walt Disney World Railroad.  Plus news and more, on episode 79 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.

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Intro Music:

Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod

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Episode 78:  Walt Disney World VIP Tour: G3 Part 3

Our recap of the Grand Geekin’ Gathering concludes with a report on a 30 person VIP Tour Group. 7 hours,  3 Parks, 12 attractions, and a beautiful view of Disney Enchantment.  Plus news and more on Episode 78.

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Intro Music:

Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod

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Episode 77:  Bob and Josh do more G3 (EPCOT & Hollywood Studios): Part 2

Our look back at G3 continues with Saturday and Sunday.  Epcot day brought another group photo, margaritas, fireworks, and we met a brand new Disney Princess.  Sunday was Hollywood Studios, the Crusher photo, a new restaurant, and great times with friends at a new lounge (for us anyway).  

Villain-tines Day Wall Papers for Desktop/Mobile/Apple Watch:

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Intro Music:

Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Outro Music:

Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/