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The Vacationland Theme Park Podcast

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Join us as we report on the latest news, experiences, history and reviews from Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm and Universal Studios and beyond by our panel of theme park fans and experts.
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Episodes

EP-13 New Mickey and Friends Tram Procedures, a Preview/Quick Review of California Adventure's Food and Wine Festival, Hello Kitty at Universal, and a Look At Sea World's 7 Seas Food and Wine Festival

In this episode, we discuss the new tram loading area at the Disneyland Resort's Mickey and Friends Structure. Universal Studios Hollywood increases its prices and introduces a new Hello Kitty experience. Also, we now know what the replacement for the Cove Bar will be called. Plus, is your friend's kid really sick...? Later on, we finish up our 2018 Preview with a discussion and Chris' quick review of DCA's Food and Wine Festival. PLus, Dyan's trip to Sea World for their Lunar New Year Celebrati...

Mar 15, 20181 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 13

EP-12: Sky Cabin Returns, Tropical Hideaway, Disneyland Union Negotiations and Boysenberry Festival Preview

In this episode, we discuss the reopening of the Sky Cabin at Knott's Berry Farm and share our traumatic memories of the Parachute Jump. We also discuss the newly announced Tropical Hideaway, David talks about Aladdin's Oasis Show's history with antagonizing the Jungle Cruise, plus we discuss whether the $1000.00 bonus recently announced by Disney is being used as a bargaining chip with the hotel union. And, in our final segment we preview Knott's Boysenberry Festival.

Feb 27, 20181 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 12

EP-11 Disneyland Price Increases, Special Sea World Offer, Brews and Bowling Coming To Downtown Disney and Part II of Our 2018 Preview

In this episode, we discuss the recently announced price increases coming to the Disneyland Resort. We also talk about some of the special food offerings at Knott's Berry Farm's Peanuts Festival and Sea World has a special offer for Pre-Schoolers and Teachers. Plus we give you our thoughts on some of the new changes coming to Downtown Disney and some more details on Pixar Pier and Pixar Fest.

Feb 12, 20181 hr 13 minEp. 11

Ep10 Our First Show of 2018: Rainy Day Theme Parks, Goodbye Cove Bar and Our 2018 Preview Part I

It's our first show of the year...!! In this episode: We introduce a new permanent member of the team, Rainy Day Theme Parks, A Universal Surprise for New Years and theme park drinkers from around So Cal line up for hours to celebrate one last "Fun Wheel". Plus,we discuss a Mandarin speaking Megatron, Lunar New Year A Celebrations of Peanuts at Knott's Berry Farm and Brandice's favorite parenting tips in the first part of our "2018 In The Parks" preview.

Jan 22, 201854 minSeason 2Ep. 10

EP09: Park Hopping-Cal Osha vs. Knott's Berry Farm, New Years at Universal + Holidays In The Parks Reviews-Sea World Christmas, Knott's Merry Farm, Festival of Holidays and Our 2017 Favorites

In our last episode of 2017, John Strotman fills in, and Dyan tells us about visiting three theme parks in a week. Park Hopping features an update on an accident at Knott's Berry Fram, and the very first New Years Eve Party at Universal Studios Hollywood. Also, we review our experiences in the parks this holiday season, and talk about Brandice's love for all things Harry Potter. Plus, we recap our favorite things form 2017 and talk about what we're looking forward to in 2018.

Dec 18, 20171 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 9

EP08: Park Hopping-Fire at Downtown Disney, Restaurant Closures at Citywalk + Erin Reviews Holidays In The Park at Six Flags and Grinchmas at Universal Studios Hollywood

It's a special bonus, holiday episode...!This week we discuss the fire at a Downtown construction site, plus we talk about the closing of a popular restaurant at Universal Citywalk. Plus, later on Erin drops in to discuss her experience at Six Flags Magic Mountain's "Holiday In The Park" and Grinchmas at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Dec 11, 20171 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 8

EP07: Park Hopping- Disney Parks Layoff, A Knott's Discount Returns + Theme Parks Holiday Preview

It's bring your spouse to the podcast day, rewind....! Dr. David Marley sits in with the panel, and we swapped out one John, for a temporary one. In this episode, we talk about the recently announced Disney Parks and Resorts layoffs, the recent outbreak of Legionaries Disease in Anaheim and the return of a popular Knott's Berry Farm Discount. Plus, we preview all of the Holiday offerings coming to the parks this season...!

Nov 30, 20171 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 7

EP06: Beyond The Turnstiles: The History and Future of The Disneyland Hotel

We're Going To Disney World...!!In this special, bonus episode, we're joined again by Disney author and Historian Dr. David Marley as we continue our discussion on the history and future of the The Disneyland Resort and the impact the newly announced western gateway expansion will affect the resort as a whole. Plus, in an abbreviated news segment Chris talks about the newly announced PIxar Pier and Pixar Fun Fest...or whatever it's called.

Nov 11, 201723 minSeason 1Ep. 6

EP05: Special Guest David Marley, The Anaheim Halloween Parade, + Park Hopping

It was "Bring Your Spouse To The Podcast Day". Brandice's Husband John Sits in and gives us a follow up to their experience with the Early Entry "Boo-Fet" at Halloween Haunt. Also, our special guest, Author and HIstorian David Marley talks about his experience driving a giant Tiki Mug in the Anaheim Halloween Parade. All that, plus we discuss the announcement of Sea World's upcoming layoffs, and what the announcement of the new hotel at the Disneyland Resort in Park Hopping.

Oct 31, 201756 minSeason 1Ep. 5

EP04: Halloween Haunt Tricks & Treats, Camp Spooky + Winchester Mystery House

We fixed out audio issues...!!In this Episode, we're wrapping up our Halloween in the parks coverage with Knott's Tricks & Treats for getting the most out of your Halloween Haunt experience. Plus, we talk about some of the more family friendly options for the spooky season including a Hello Kitty Pumpkin Patch. Also, we welcome a new member of the team, John gets a new job title and we discuss Associate Producer John's trip to the Winchester Mystery House for their Halloween Candlelight Tour...

Oct 17, 20171 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 4

EP-03: Halloween Events Review Show

Our Halloween Bonus Episode. We return this week to give our impressions of this year's Halloweentime, Knott's Scary Farm and Universal Halloween Horror Nights.

Oct 02, 201741 minSeason 1Ep. 3
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