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Ben is back from his first sailing aboard a Royal Caribbean ship. It may be impossible to compare the fleets of Royal Caribbean and Disney Cruise Line, but in this episode Ben does his best to share how the Radiance of the Seas compares to the Disney Magic. These two ships come from a similar era, and are very comparable in size and capacity. Erica comes along for the ride and the two talk everything from dining to entertainment to service and more. Is it truly an apples to apples comparison, or is one of these experiences more of a poisoned apple? Plus, a long time ago in a Disney park far, far, away, Ben went to Star Wars Nite and Erica claims he did it all wrong. Is she right? Come along for an episode filled with late night flights, and royal sailings!

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The long anticipated third season of the Mandalorian has concluded. Since its conclusion, fans have seemed a bit split on their thoughts on the season, so Blake, JJ, and recurring guest and fellow Mouse House Weekly host Jeremiah are here to discuss everything about it! The trio of big Star Wars fans discuss each episode in order, discussing their praises and issues, as well as quick summaries for what happened to refresh any memories of the show. They talk about their thoughts on how the arcs evolve over the course of the season, and some questions about what the future of the show may look like. Before getting to the main discussion, they also discuss what they've done Disney lately, which include some Disney merch, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Spider-Man. If you're maybe unsure of your thoughts on the newest season of Mando, fly on in and see if we can help piece that together for you!

What did you think of the latest season of the Mandalorian? Did you enjoy it, or did it maybe not meet your expectations? Let us know, and connect with us at Mouse House Weekly, we'd love to discuss with you!

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Arg, mateys, it's time to set sail on a new and tasty adventure! Nestled in one of Disneyland's most beloved lands, New Orleans Square, Pirates of the Caribbean ride and The Blue Bayou restaurant go hand-in-hand. If you're lucky enough to get a reservation at The Blue Bayou restaurant, then you get to see the boats from the ride drift by while you enjoy your meal. As a rider on Pirates, we find the opening scene drifting through the bayou to be very charming.

So this week we're cooking up the world famous Monte Cristo with Pommes Frites, and enjoying the first movie in the Pirates of the Caribbean film franchise, Curse of the Black Pearl. Here are the recipes we used.

• Official Disneyland Monte Cristo recipe
• Copycat Disneyland Pommes Frites recipe
• NEWS: Major updates to Disney World reservations and dining plan!

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Disney has just rolled out their new Disney100 marketing campaign to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Disney Studios. Part of this campaign includes a traveling exhibition that David had the privilege of touring just last month. David gives us a non spoiler and then very detailed look at the exhibit that celebrates the studio that started it all.

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We love people and we love Disney, so helping everyone experience the magic of a Walt Disney World vacation is near and dear to our hearts. This week Erica shares why helping families with Autism and Cognitive Disabilities visit Disney World is something she is so passionate about. There are so many great ways to help prepare starting at home, and Erica has some especially creative tips. Plus, Ben and Erica discuss what to consider when picking a resort, how to navigate the parks using Disney's DAS program, and what to do about food. Even if you don't have a family member or friend with these special needs, this episode is full of great tips for anyone planning their next WDW vacation!

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Staying in a Disney hotel is often described as a magical experience, with many guests praising the theming, attention to detail, and overall atmosphere of the hotels. From the moment guests check-in, they are immersed in the Disney magic, with characters often present to greet them and themed decor throughout the hotel.

Guests also appreciate the convenience of staying in a Disney hotel, with easy access to the parks, early admission to select attractions, and the ability to make dining reservations before non-hotel guests. Many hotels offer amenities like themed swimming pools, fitness centers, and spas, which can add to the overall experience.

In addition, many guests find the customer service at Disney hotels to be exceptional, with friendly and helpful staff members who go out of their way to ensure a magical stay. Overall, staying in a Disney hotel can be a memorable and enjoyable experience, with guests often feeling like they're part of the magic of the parks even when they're not inside them. Disneyland offers three fantastic options for guests to experience.

However, some guests have noted that the prices of a Disney hotel can be higher than other nearby hotels. With this in mind you may be asking yourself is it worth spending more money to stay at one of the three Disneyland Resort Hotels? In this episode Rachel and Jeremiah review all three Disneyland® Resort Hotels and discuss which one they feel is worth visiting when staying at the happiest place on earth! Listen and join in on this informative podcast.

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Over the last several weeks theme park enthusiasts have been treated to two new lands on the west coast. Disneyland unveiled the newly reimagined Mickey's Toontown on March 19th, and Universal Studios Hollywood opened Super Nintendo World on February 17th. Rachel and Jeremiah shared their Toontown opening day experience in episode 164. This week, Darrell and his daughter, Addi, visit southern California to give their experience with Super Nintendo World and Mickey's Toontown. They also discuss the newly refurbished Indiana Jones and the Temple of the Forbidden Eye, their first experience with Soarin' Over California, getting trapped on Incredicoaster (twice!), and other first-time Disney experiences!

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Disney has always been a big name in the media industry, but public perception of Disney has changed in recent years. Some argue their stories lack heart, or they're getting lazy making remakes, and focusing more on franchise films than original films. In this week's episode of Mouse House Weekly, Blake and JJ compare Disney's recent animated and live-action projects (roughly 2020-2023), to previous films in the previous years (roughly 2017-2019), and their recent Disney park additions when compared to previous years as well. They talk about some of the recent Disney live-action remakes, how successful some of them have been, their quality, and if their perception of a "good" live-action Disney movie is actually successful. They talk about some of the animated movies, both the franchise films and the original films, and compare those to each other as well. Towards the end of their conversation, they discuss the parks, and if the parks are doing better than they have before, or if they're falling off, like some people may say. They also discuss what they've done Disney lately, which include some Star Wars, documentaries, and future trips, and give a Star-Wars-centric tip of the week. If you wanna know if Disney has "lost its magic", tune in and find out!

What do you think? Has Disney lost its magic? Would you be interested in more discussion on this topic? Let us know, and connect with us at Mouse House Weekly, we'd love to discuss with you!

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Bryce is joined by guest host Bryan Ripper to discuss the most recent shareholder meeting for the Walt Disney Company. Shareholder meetings may sound dull, but Disney CEO Bob Iger dropped some major Disney news for the future of the Walt Disney Company and their theme parks. Listen in and join in the discussion about the exciting future for our favorite company.

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Experiencing the most magical theme park attractions in the land isn't always as easy as just standing in line. Since Disney added virtual queues, boarding groups, Genie+, and Lighting Lanes, it's easy to get confused about how to ride. This is especially true when a new ride like TRON Lightcycle Run is launched. This week Erica and Ben help guide you through the quantity of qualifiers for queues at Walt Disney World, and talk about the impact Tron has on Tomorrowland. Plus, Ben has new Disney plans that might make Darrell jealous. Check it all out on this week's episode of Mouse House Weekly!

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