Dueling Disney

Where do you find that extra special experience at Disney Parks? Events and Enchanted Extras will provide the fun you’re looking for. Al and Andee invite Andee’s daughter, Emma, and her boyfriend, Fernando to talk about the extras they did recently and we all cover some we did over past trips. We cover fishing expeditions, Dolphins in Depth, the Wild Africa Trek, Behind the Seeds, and more!  Have you done a Disney Enchanted Extra? If not, which would you like to try? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney Community Duelists.  We appreciate reviews wherever you go to for podcast listening, thank you! “C” ya real soon!  

Artificial Intelligence is here to stay. While we are in the beginning stages of learning the ins and outs of ChatGPT, we thought we’d put the bot to the test and have it plan our Disney vacation. Did ChatGPT get it right? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney Community Duelists.  We would LOVE a review wherever you listen to this podcast. It helps others see this show so they, too, can participate in the discussion!  “C” ya real soon!    

Ok, Disney fans! How much Disney info are you willing to pay for? Will you spend money on a day of park admission PLUS the cost of a behind the scenes tour?  Al and Andee talk about some of the more popular tours Disney offers: The Walt Disney Studio Tour Keys to the Kingdom Tour Walk in Walt’s Footsteps Tour / Walt's Main Street Story Tour  The tour has changed names and shortened a bit from the original. But Walt’s apartment is still included.  Have you taken any Park or Studio tours? Let us know your experiences on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney Community Duelists.  We appreciate reviews wherever you go to for podcast listening, thank you! “C” ya real soon!        

We’re walking right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A.! And then power-trotting to the back of the park. And then standing in line for an hour. Repeat. OUCH! Our hips! Our knees! Our backs! The kids are melting down! Why did we pay so much for this vacation???  Lucky for us, tri-athlete, physical therapist, and owner of Pace Pediatric Therapy, Melissa Meyer is here with advice. How can we get through a long Disney day(s) without pain?  Tune in to Melissa's suggestions on taking breaks, wearing appropriate shoes, doing stretches, and other helpful tips that may enhance your park-hopping experience with more comfort and joy. What are your go-to tips for Disney endurance? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney Community Duelists.  We appreciate reviews wherever you go to for podcast listening, thank you! “C” ya real soon!      

Ok. It’s Disney. A cruise for families. But can there be TOO many kids on a Disney Cruise?  Andee just returned from her trip on the Disney Wonder. Hear what she has to say about an adult trip on the Disney Cruise Line and how the over-18 areas differed from past cruises.  Also in this episode: Andee meets a “Real Housewife”  Lots of TikTok/Instagram/YouTubers on the cruise.  Would you go on a Disney Cruise adults-only? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney Community Duelists.  We appreciate reviews wherever you go to for podcast listening, thank you! “C” ya real soon!  Links Discussed: Jafar on Ron DeSantis SNL  Try fun flavors from ethical roasters at Expedition Roasters. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and fun accessories with a pop-culture flair.  Looking for a discounted family vacation? Undercover Tourist will take care of you. Find prices lower than the gate and save a few bucks for churros!   

Al and Andee talk about the Disney event held by Heritage Auctions.  What would they buy if money wasn’t an object?  Why were they pulled towards these items? Watch Al make a bid for an item in real time! Do we have any Disney collectors here? Join the conversation with the rest of our community at Dueling Disney Community Duelists  Do you have an item which you’d love to place a bid?  Let us know on Facebook or Instagram.  We appreciate reviews wherever you go to for podcast listening, thank you! “C” ya real soon! Heritage Auctions Disney Event https://comics.ha.com/c/auction-home.zx?saleNo=7314&ic=hero-ArtofDisney-AuctionInfo-7314-030123 Provost ParkPass Episode https://youtu.be/ok6B7X8e2pI  

We’ve had conversations about the Disney Cruise Line vs. other cruise lines before, but this topic is all Disney. Andee sailed the Magic in its inaugural year and this Spring Break she and her husband will go on their 4th DCL trip sailing the Baja itinerary on the Wonder. Who remembers The Big Red Boat? Who is a part of the Castaway Club? What ships have you sailed and do you prefer the bigger ships with more capacity or the smaller ships with less people?  We want the answers to these questions.  Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney Community Duelists.  We appreciate reviews wherever you go to for podcast listening, thank you! “C” ya real soon! Links discussed on show: Disney Cruise Line 13 Things I Wish I Knew Before Going On My Disney Cruise (For people who don’t know anything about Disney) ****************************  Try fun flavors from ethical roasters at Expedition Roasters. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and fun accessories with a pop-culture flair.  Looking for a discounted family vacation? Undercover Tourist will take care of you. Find prices lower than the gate and save a few bucks for churros!   

Andee and Al welcome Andee's daughter, Annika, who has ridden the newly debuted attraction, Tron Lightcycle Run a few times.  Hear what the ride vehicles are like, how Disney worked in the accessiblilty factor, and how to get those once in a lifetime photo shots!  If you are planning a trip to WDW to get to Tron, tune in for some helpful tips. April 4 will be here before we know it!  Are you planning to get to the Magic Kindom this Spring? Have you already ridden a lightcycle in Shanghai? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney Community Duelists.  We appreciate reviews wherever you go to for podcast listening, thank you! “C” ya real soon! Links discussed in podcast: $15,000 Dinner At Disneyland FULL EXPERIENCE   Try fun flavors from ethical roasters at Expedition Roasters. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and fun accessories with a pop-culture flair.  Looking for a discounted family vacation? Undercover Tourist will take care of you. Find prices lower than the gate and save a few bucks for churros!   

In our last episode we shared Disney things we missed from our childhood. Now we share what we think are the greatest updates. Each of us shares our top 5 things. Did we miss one? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney Community Duelists.  We appreciate reviews wherever you go to for podcast listening, thank you! “C” ya real soon!  Links:  Defunctland: The History of FastPass    

In our day, Disney did THIS, and we LIKED it!  Sure, we have reached the middle aged viewpoint of "the way things used to be." Disney is known for changing, but there are still some memories of the past we hold dear.  Listen to Al and Andee's top 5 things each misses about Disney from their childhood.  What do you miss? Let us know on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Join in deeper discussion with the rest of the Duelists at Dueling Disney Community Duelists.  We appreciate reviews wherever you go to for podcast listening, thank you! “C” ya real soon! ************************* Try fun flavors from ethical roasters at Expedition Roasters. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and fun accessories with a pop-culture flair.  Looking for a discounted family vacation? Undercover Tourist will take care of you. Find prices lower than the gate and save a few bucks for churros!