Episode 52 - Walt Disney World Resort Categories

Most expensive souvenirs in Epcot?  On this episode of the podcast Carrie and Fran are joined by Alex to talk about all things World Showcase souvenirs!  Alex did the research and found out what what the most expensive thing to buy in each of the countries.  The ladies are a little surprised by a few that they have never even noticed and there isn't even a Dooney on the list!

Read Alex's blog post and see the pictures of what they're talking about at Second Dad to the Right here: https://seconddadtotheright.com/blog/most-expensive-souvenir-epcot-disney-world

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Isabel is joining Carrie and Fran on the podcast to discuss her travels to Hong Kong Disneyland.  She is sharing her thoughts on the food, merchandise, attractions including differences to her trip to Tokyo Disneyland. 

Isabel shares how much she appreciated some of the differences with Walt Disney World including how everyone gets ready for the parade!  What's the scoop with Duffy and the Zeller's bear?  Find out how the 7-11 is the place to eat and how 'Duffy watching' is an activity to try! 

The ladies have a fantastic conversation full of interesting facts and things you should think about before planning your trip to Hong Kong Disneyland.

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Fran's "plane pants" are the Urban Cargo Straight Leg Pant in the Active Zone at Penningtons

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The ladies finally get down to the details and share their thoughts on Genie+ as they used on their trips.  After Fran spent $200 at Hollywood Studios - they have to debate if it was worth it!

Hear how their travel companions enjoyed their returns to Walt Disney World and what they thought of all the updates.

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Not only did Francine go to Walt Disney World - so did Carrie!  She kept that secret and is now sharing her adventures.  It was quite a fiasco getting there - but the "jinxies" didn't win!

Also on this episode the ladies share their thoughts about Disney's quick service dining plan and using it at Contempo Cafe.

Then it's on to Pixie Dust - and of course there are puzzles and plane pants!  You don't want to miss these stories.

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What happens when a Disney fan goes to Vegas?  How different is the planning and is there any magic?  Podcast friend Dustin is sharing his tips for a Vegas vacation plus the things he would do differently next time.

Find Dustin at Steps To Magic and on other podcast episodes like episode 167 where he shares his trip report along with his dinner at Victoria and Alberts!

The site Dustin shared about the attrations was Vegas.com

Find info about Area 15 including the Omega Mart here

Our podcast talking to Chris about the Disney Immersive experience was episode 179

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It's the start of the new year and there is so much to look forward to.  Carrie and Fran share their plans (or lack of plans!) for the year and their hopes for the Disney parks.  From Zootopia to RunDisney - you don't want to miss this episode.

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The ladies are sharing the recap of their final days on board the MSC Meraviglia.  They ponder the comparisons to other cruises (like Disney) and how that kept them busy!  From Love It or List It to spas, Griswolds and puzzles, they share the details and the laughs.

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It's time to CRUISE!  Carrie and Fran have decided they need a vacation to "do nothing" and they've decided to cruise on the MSC Meraviglia.  The ladies are sharing their first few days on board.  From spa visits to the lack of butter - they're covering it all!

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Carrie and Fran both needed a change of scenery, but the regular Orlando getaway was not working.  Resorts, flights, dates - they just couldn't get it together.  Then Carrie had a brilliant idea - let's try a cruise we've never done before!  From booking to sailing 3 weeks later, the ladies are sharing their thought process and what surprised them the most about this trip.

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After getting a preview of Once Upon a Studio at Destination D23 the ladies were anxious to see it again.  As soon as it was available on Disney Plus they both watched it multiple times and agreed, it was everything a Disney fan wanted as a tribute to 100 years.  On this episode of the podcast they are sharing their thoughts about the characters, the interactions and some fun details that you might not know!

Show Notes:

D23 Podcast was episode 212 for the full review of the event.

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