Unlocking The Magic: Talking all things Disney Parks, Universal and Cruising

#37: 7 Relaxing Attractions at the Magic Kingdom (1 bonus too)

#36: Fun ways to surprise your kids (or kid at heart) with a Disney Vacation

Unlocking The Magic Website: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/ Itunes: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/itunes Facebook: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/facebook Twitter: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/twitter Pinterest: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/pinterest Stitcher: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/stitcher Fun ways to surprise your kids (or kid at heart) with a Disney Vacation Announcing a trip to Disney is a sure fire way to get on the parents of the century list lol! In this episode...

#35: Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

#34: Top Tips for going to Disney on a Budget

Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome. Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of course magical) day....

#33 Top Mistakes To Avoid on Your Next Disney Trip

Top Mistakes to Avoid On Your Next Disney Trip After many vacations to Walt Disney World it got us thinking... why do so many people complain that they need a "vacation from their vacation" to WDW? Then we remembered our first fateful trip... we did so many things wrong that we swore we'd never go to Walt Disney World again- LOL! Fast forward to today, we have learned from our mistakes and try to convey our message to others. Below is a few top mistakes to avoid.. Back to Back Parks It is so ver...

#32: All About Disney's Grand Floridian Resort

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort Unlocked It's hard to imagine nowadays that the plot of land that the Grand Floridian sits on was originally intended for an Asian Themed resort. Due to financial hurdles, the project was abandoned and the land remained empty for many years to come. When the idea for the resort finally resurfaced, Imagineers wanted to make sure that whatever they built resembled the land in the Magic Kingdom (just as the Contemporary goes with Tomorrowland and Polynesian with Adve...

#31 Listener Email" Magic Bands-Early Reservations and more

Get your free audio book Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome. Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of co...

#30: Top Photos Spots at Walt Disney World

Get your free audio book Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome. Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of co...

#29 7 Things we must do every Disney Trip

Get your free audio book Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome. Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of co...

#28: Unlocking Tomorrowland in Disney's Magic Kingdom

Leave us a quick review Unlocking Tomorrowland “A vista into a world of wondrous ideas, signifying man’s achievements … a step into the future, with predictions of constructive things to come. Tomorrow offers new frontiers in science, adventure, and ideals: the Atomic Age, the challenge of outer space, and the hope for a peaceful and unified world.” -Walt Disney. Dedication of Tomorrowland. Walt Disney loved exploring and imagining what the future would hold. Exciting innovations and progress we...

#27 Moderates resorts rated 1-5

Leave us a quick review Rating Disney's Moderate Resorts This is a tough show for us to do as there's much to love about each one of Disney's moderate resorts which makes them difficult to rank. In this episode, we give a brief overview of each resort while listing our top picks from our least favorite to most. From the relaxing tropical setting at the Caribbean Beach Resort to the cobblestone streets inside New Orleans’s historic French Quarter, there are many things to love about the variety o...

#25: Pirates Of The Caribbean Unlocked

Pirates of the Caribbean, located at the end of Adventure Land is one of our favorite attractions. It is a well known "Disney Classic" and a must do at the Magic Kingdom. Believe it or not, the attraction was originally supposed to be walk through wax museum but with the success of Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress at the 1964 New York World's Fair, Walt Disney decided that Audio Animatronics was the best way to have their guests immerse themselves in this fun, pirate story. There was even a mo...

#24: 7 Things to Love About Disney's Boardwalk

7 Things we love about Disney's Boardwalk Website: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/ Itunes: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/itunes Facebook: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/facebook Twitter: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/twitter Pinterest: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/pinterest Stitcher: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/stitcher Disney's Boardwalk is a little tucked away gem. It can be easily overlooked as there is technically no direct transportation to the Boardwalk (tips on how to g...

#23: Do's and Dont's of Driving or Flying to Disney

The do's and don'ts about driving or flying to Disney World PLease leave a rating and review :) Bruce and I are constantly torn (argue lol) about whether to fly or drive when headed to Walt Disney World. Both have great pro's but they also come along come with some negatives. On this episode, we discuss our thoughts about driving or flying and hope to help with your decision. What to listen for: Tips for driving a long distance Why we like driving sometimes over flying The benefits of driving Wh...

Episode #22: Perfect Day Magic Kingdom

Perfect day at the Magic Kingdom The Magic Kingdom is a remarkable park. From the moment you step upon Main street, you are taken into another world. We have been so lucky to have visited many times and are able to share some insight on what makes a great day for us. In this episode, we give you our ideas of what makes a perfect day at the Magic Kingdom. Some topics we discuss: What to look for along Main Street Where to grab lunch How to relax and regroup Must do attractions The perfect way to ...

#21: Dining plan-Moderates Vs Deluxe- Arriving Earley

Planning a vacation to Walt Disney World is an exciting time. However, with so many details to coordinate, there can be a lot of questions that are left unanswered. In this episode we answer some great listener questions and hope it can help you with your planning. Question Answered in this episode: How far out in advance does Disney release extra magic hours? What is our favorite moderate resort to stay at and why? What to do with our luggage if we arrive early What is included with your quick ...

Episode #20: 10 Things to Love About Hollywood Studios

10 Things To Love About Disney's Hollywood Studios Disney's Hollywood Studios holds a special place in my heart. From the moment you step into the park, you are immersed into the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's Golden age. Movie magic comes to life and the entertainment is abundant. Although the park is currently undergoing changes, you can feel at ease knowing that Disney has always been able to undergo transformations seamlessly. Mentioned in This Episode: 50's Prime Cafe Writers Stop Star To...

#19 10 Things To Love About Disney's Magic Kingdom

10 Things To Love About Disney’s Magic Kingdom A vacation to Walt Disney World is not complete without visiting the Magic Kingdom. The magic can be felt as soon as stepping onto Main street when you are suddenly immersed in a land of fantasy, leaving all your worries behind. It is a place we feel that everyone of all ages should experience at least once in their lifetime and become inspired that truly anything is possible. “Walt Disney World is a tribute to the philosophy and life of Walter Elia...

Episode #18: 10 Things We Love About Disney's Animal Kingdom

10 Things to Love about Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a theme park unlike any other. Officially opened on Earth Day, April 22, 1998, the park actually has a lot of ties to Walt Disney, and the admiration he displayed for animals throughout his life. Some of Walt’s earliest sketches were local animals. With over 500 acres, it is super important to wear your most comfortable shoes at this park. What to listen for: When is the best time to visit What’s hidden inside the Tree of...

Episode #16: Top Quick Service Restautants

Top Quick Service Restaurants in Walt Disney World We could literally do 5 episodes of our favorite quick service restaurants we love when visiting Walt Disney World. To narrow them down to fit into a 30 minute show was tough but we did it. In this episode we give you are top quick service restaurants we have to visit every time we go to Disney World in Orlando. We try new ones every time that we visit but this is the list of our favorites. They are spread out inside and outside of the parks, so...

Episode #15: Favorite Places to Eat at Disney World

Our favorite places to eat in Walt Disney World There are so many dining options in Walt Disney World which can make choosing a restaurant difficult. In this episode, we talk about our favorite places to dine and some insight on each. We know you may have your favorites so we would love to hear what you think. Where are your favorite places to eat when your at Disney World? It can be anything in the parks or resorts. Leave your comments below. Mentioned in This Episode: Liberty Tavern Tangieres ...

Episode #13: One Man's Dream: Where it all began

One Man's Dream: Where it all began Walt Disney's One Man's Dream located inside Hollywood Studios, is one of our favorite attractions in all of Walt Disney World. It is incredible to view some of the amazing prototypes that Walt Disney himself created. The short film at the end of the attraction is a documentary of Walt's life and is something that we feel everyone should see. This is the place that completely changed the way we viewed Disney World and where essentially it all began for us... W...

D23 Expo Review and Updates

2015 D23 Review Some exciting news coming out of the D23 expo in Anahiem this weekend! In this episode we go over some great announcements made at this years expo. Big changes are in the works for some Disneyland and Disney World parks. We stay mostly on the parks in Orlando but seeing how we are a couple of Disney nerds, we can't help ourselves and get off topic a little ;) We discuss some movie announcements too! What to Listen For: Star Wars Land revealed Big changes to Soaring in Epcot Toy S...

Episode #6 Review Disney's Port Orleans

Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort is a moderate category resort located just a few minutes from Disney's Main Gates and Downtown Disney. The resort is so close to Downtown Disney/ Disney Springs :) that transportation to and from is also provided via water shuttle. It's definitely a relaxing way to head back to your resort after a long evening of shopping and dining. In this episode, we talk about our recent visit and our thoughts about Disney's Port O...

Episode #1 What's this podcast all about

Unlocking The Magic In this episode we talk about why we started this podcast and what we want you to get out of it. We want to help make your trip whether it's your first visit or your 5th the best one ever. We have been many times and want to bring to you where ever you are the Magic that we found and why we keep going back. Please leave a review here and follow us on twiter for updates of future episodes....