On This Episode of Golden Button Detours, Blake and Damon discuss the newly released video from Universal that details the upcoming portals at Universal Orlando Resort. We talk  Celestial Park, How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World and what the rumors are saying that the rides will be at each portal.  Not only that, but we talk about how Universal Helios Grand Hotel will tie it all together.

Episode Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4u83ncMjuE

On This Episode

The guys celebrate their 250th episode by answering listener questions on topics including using technology at Disney, options for multi-family stays, going to conventions, a Disney character Royal Rumble, Animal Kingdom Lodge transportation options, DVC contract expiration, and larger Disney clothing sizes. Disney's BoardWalk Villas are undergoing refurbishment and the guys take a first look at the new design. The guys announce a new contest for listeners.

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• Refurbished BoardWalk Rooms

On This Episode

The guys answer listener questions about Disney video games and their relationship outside of the podcast. The point charts have been released for the new Ft. Wilderness DVC Cabins along with the opening date and sale date. Walt Disney Imagineering shows off their “HoloTile” moving floor technology. Disney gave a preview of some details from the upcoming EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. The guys review some very bright looking new merch. A long-time Imagineer is inducted into the Inventors Hall of Fame. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and Disney has released limited time food to celebrate.

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• Ft. Wilderness Cabins
• HoloTile
• Flower & Garden Preview
• 2024 Merch
• Valentine's Food

On This Episode

The guys are joined by guest host Blake to answer listener questions on topics including choosing a Candlelight Processional narrator, celebrities at WDW, what the guys are looking forward to in 2024 and best one bedroom DVC rooms. Country Bears is closing later in January to make way for a new show. A new Moana stage show was announced for the upcoming Disney Treasure cruise ship. Damon talks about port adventures at the new DCL private island. The guys go through all the food at the EPCOT Festival of the Arts.

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• Country Bears
• Moana Show
• EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food

On This Episode

Damon and guest host Blake go off the rails and discuss the 24 Things Coming to Disney in 2024 as per the Disney Parks Blog post.

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• 24 Experiences in 2024

On This Episode

The guys speculate on the location of the new DVC lounge that will start construction this year. New details have been released about the Ft. Wilderness Cabins including contract end date, pet policies, and predictions on potential points per night. DVC may be introducing a new trust product in the near future. Disney highlighted things to be excited about in the coming year including Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opening, new Star Tours scenes, Pixar Fest, new hotels, and much anticipated policy changes for park hopping and park reservations. Disney+ subscribers are being offered a free dining plan at WDW in 2024. The guys discuss a new Duke Weaselton animatronic and the new Figment popcorn bucket.

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• 24 Experiences in 2024
• Duke Weaselton
• Free Dining Plan

On This Episode

The guys answer a listener's question about the best holiday decorations at Disney. New details about the Cabins at Fort Wilderness have been revealed including layout, sleeping configuration and amenities. DVC is set to raise direct prices early next year. The guys review Disney’s holiday gift guide. runDisney revealed their medals for upcoming races. With Zootopia land opening at Shanghai Disney, Disney gave a preview of food coming to the land.

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• Holiday Gift Guide
• runDisney Medals
• Zootopia Eats

On This Episode

The guys are joined by friend of the show Brian from DCL Duo. DVC has confirmed that the new Polynesian DVC tower will be part of the existing condominium association. Disney announced that H2O bath products will continue to be offered at Disney resorts and on Disney Cruises after the manufacturer announced it was closing earlier this year. DVC gave a new look at the inside of the upcoming DVC Fort Wilderness Cabins. The guys discuss the opening of World Celebration at EPCOT and the debut of the new nighttime show, Luminous. Cruise Critic named both Adventures by Disney and Disney Cruise Line as “Best for Families” in its river cruise and ocean cruise categories. Disneyland announced the dates of all their major events for 2024. The guys discuss the new Storyliving neighborhood coming to North Carolina.

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• Disneyland Event Dates
• DCL Awards
• Asteria, a Storyliving by Disney Community

Damon and guest host Blake discuss the surprise announcement of the Asteria™ community in North Carolina, A Storyliving By Disney Community. The talk about the theatrical releases of some Disney+ movies and the fan favorite "What If" has us deciding what WDW park we would pick if we were forced to never go again.

On This Episode

Tom is back from his trip to Florida and discusses the details of his trip to Magic Kingdom and Legoland. DVC is giving out a new holiday themed MagicBand slider. There is a new incentive on direct DVC contracts for Riviera and Saratoga. Years after its announcement, the ‘Walt the Dreamer’ statue will debut soon at World Celebration in EPCOT. The Hatbox Ghost has finally appeared at the Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom. The guys discuss a new mug available at Trader Sam’s in Disneyland. The head of Disney Parks teases ‘Dinosaur’ being replaced by ‘Indiana Jones’ at Animal Kingdom.

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• Walt Statue
• Hatbox Ghost
• Trader Sam's Mug