OKAY, maybe he's not a Hidden Mickey because Bret's literally...the VOICE of Mickey Mouse, but i guarantee you will discover things about this wonderfully talented actor and artist that you never knew before in this EXTREMELY fun and VERY special episode of Very Amusing! Did you know he's also a residential and interior designer? And used to work in greeting cards before this? And that he even has an unbelievably Walt Disney-esque skill that'll blow your mind?! Tune in to hear just how incredibl...
Nov 06, 2024•58 min
YESSSS, at long last, we have a "press play and enjoy" guide to all of my favorite yummies at Disneyland Resort. We're talking sweet treats, we're talking COLD WEATHER FAVORITESSS, we're even discussing my new go-to favorite snacks and the reason i may actually leave a theme park to get lunch and come back (which is weirdly more convenient too!) If you're traveling anytime this winter or even for spring break next year, we've got you covered! (And stay tuned for seasonal updates! WHEEEE!) Releva...
Oct 30, 2024•58 min
If you're curious about how one would even take a baby or toddler on a Disney Cruise vacation, consider this episode to be the travel guide you simply...cannot find anywhere else!!!! Because when I planned to bring my 18-month-old on a Disney Cruise, i could not find this level of information...anywhere. So! I sailed and researched and took extensive notes and now (!!) you have everything you gotta know to travel with your little without (some of) the stress on all of Disney Cruise Line's ships....
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Ever wanted to bring the essence of Disney theme parks inside your everyday space? Look no further!! My friend and colleague Sunny Chanel wrote a book ALL about it, and she's on the podcast this week spilling all the beans on how to channel Tomorrowland and Frontierland inside...your land! We're diving in to the exclusive house tours (omg), imagineer's home secrets (OMG) and even the coolest freaking thing i've ever heard of in a backyard. Tune in for more! Relevant Links… Buy " Bring The Magic ...
Oct 16, 2024•45 min
You called, we answered! This episode is full of delightful Disney questions, curious inquiries, travel tips and one....very lengthy response to a question as to if the Disney magic is fading. So many calls, so little time, so stop reading and get to listening! And not just because I am at Disney's Grand Californian and need to go to bed. Enjoy!!! Relevant Links… Book your next Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line or Adventures by Disney trip with MouseFan Travel! Get a FREE QUOTE at MouseFanTravel....
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 4 min
We're recapping my trip to Walt Disney World — Magic Kingdom! Lightning Lane surprises! The spiciest dish I've ever had!? — and talking allll about booking my Disney hotel stay at Bay Lake Tower with Disney Vacation Club...even though i'm not a member! Relevant Links… David's Vacation Club Rentals ! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! W...
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 7 min
I sailed on the Disney Magic to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, their brand new island destination! Now, I've gotten *a lot* of questions about it, and this episode should answer aLL of it. (And if you're wondering how it stacks up against Castway Cay, we get into that too!) Stick around for details of all the meals and food I ate aboard the Disney Magic -- and if you're a Disney Parks person, well...prepare to fall in love with Disney Cruise Line! PS -- I goofed and chicken parmesan is ...
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 5 min
This week, we're spilling tea on Disney Channel's heyday with Ashley Spencer, author of the incredible new book, DISNEY HIGH. Ever wanted to know never-before-reported details on High School Musical, Hannah Montana, Lizzie McGuire and more? Tune in for our chat with Ashley! Relevant Links… Buy DISNEY HIGH! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHU...
Sep 18, 2024•43 min
It's time to discuss my favorite tips and tricks for visiting Disneyland AND Disney World!! From parking must-knows and crowd insights to many, MANY ways to get that *coveted* Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique reservation, we have jam-packed this one with worthy theme park advice!! Special thanks to… 'NayNay!: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay/?hl=en Alicia Stella! https://www.youtube.com/ThemeParkStop Relevant Links... Mouse Dining: https://mousedining.com BBB Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com...
Sep 11, 2024•59 min
IT'S HERE! The second installment in our Disneyland guide for visiting the California parks with a baby or toddler has landed. This week, we're getting into *successfully* tackling your Disney day. Rides you gotta go on (and rides you should NOT go on), the best place for kids to crawl and run around to get those wiggles out, character meet recommendations, parking tips, and SO much more. (Haven't listened yet? Don't miss Part One, which highlights *so* much essential info!) Relevant Links… Disn...
Sep 04, 2024•50 min
IT'S HERE! Our long-awaited Disneyland guide to visiting the California parks with a tiny child has arrived. All the tips, tricks and lessons i've learned the hard way (eek!) with taking a young kid to Disneyland will be covered in depth in this very special 2-part episode. Have a burning bb question you need answered before part two? Call 747-Churros before it's too late! PS: Have friends or family taking their little ones to Disneyland soon? Send them this episode!!! Just hit play on your comm...
Aug 28, 2024•51 min
There's one restaurant aboard Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a big new fancy cruise ship, that's different from most others. That's because Royal Railway Utopia Station is a high-end restaurant, live show and themed attraction all in one. Jay Schneider, Royal Caribbean’s chief product innovation officer, stopped by Very Amusing to tell us all about this innovative concept — and what makes this pretend train aboard a very real ship so special! Relevant Links… Royal Railway Utopia Station R...
Aug 21, 2024•47 min
There was SO MUCH DISNEY PARKS NEWS from the D23 Disney fan convention this past weekend, and we are getting into ALL of it. From Avengers rides to a Monsters, Inc. land to FOUR NEW CRUISE SHIPS (?!?!), we're chatting about every aspect of this past weekend's bonanza, including my thoughts on the Disney Expo as a whole!! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to cal...
Aug 14, 2024•1 hr 14 min
It's that time of year again!!! If you, like me, are anxiously awaiting all the Disney theme park news coming outta this year's D23 fan convention, it can be tricky to remember just what's at stake this weekend. Let's take a look back at what's actually come to fruition, what hasn't, and have a VERY honest conversation about the three MAJOR announcements we Disney fans need to see at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebo...
Aug 07, 2024•49 min
Ah, Gilroy Gardens. A regional amusement park celebrating...garlic?! fruits and vegetables!? the charming nature of, well, nature?! This enchanting escape makes for the perfect pit stop on any of your California road trips — and if you're lucky, you'll also get to meet Gil!!!! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the ...
Jul 31, 2024•39 min
Coffee! Neighborhood! Unique Restaurant! Ice Cream!! Fresh off two trips back to my former home, I'm giving you my New York City travel tips all about my favorite things to do in New York, places to go and sights to see!!! (and yes, it's only Manhattan but...this podcast would have been 12 hours long otherwise!!) Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at ...
Jul 24, 2024•1 hr 14 min
For years we've gotten calls asking what to do in Los Angeles while on a lil' California vacation, and this week, we're delivering!!! From my favorite pizza and puppets to unique sights, ideal sightseeing moments and even a little Disney shenanigans!! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the phone <3 Very Amusing i...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 10 min
As you may have heard, Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lanes are being replaced by an all-new system, Multi Pass and Single Pass starting July 24, 2024. It's kinda like FastPass Plus (and kinda like Genie Plus) and kinda like a brand new system you are required to learn...plus. ALSO: IN THIS ENTIRE EPISODE I SAY JULY 28. IT'S JULY 24. MY BRAIN WAS FRIED WHILE ON VACATION AND I APOLOGIZE! If you are wondering how to plan your future Disney World vacations, how to navigate these new tiers and some...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Headed to Los Angeles and curious to see what the Warner Brothers Studio Tour is all about? Curious about Paramount Pictures or Sony Pictures Studio Tours?! Wanna see if Universal Studios Hollywood's tram tour is worth the price of admission -- or if you should splurge on their VIP version? Smash that play button, because we're discussing ALL of them — and telling you exactly which is best for your next California vacation!!! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok !...
Jul 03, 2024•1 hr 22 min
This week, I fill you in on my recent trips to Goofy's Kitchen, Disneyland, Universal Studios, and I even take a gigantic L for not knowing about some MAJOR issues with taking a baby to a theme park. (Oof. Oof!) (We'll talk about food and rides and playgrounds and so much more but NOT, unfortunately, the Fastpass like changes coming to Disney World's Genie+ / Lightning Lane offerings. Stay tuned for a full podcast breakdown in the coming weeks!) Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ...
Jun 26, 2024•56 min
Fresh off my trip to Walt Disney World, we are back and chatting all things Tiana's Bayou Adventure (yay!), Communicore Hall (yikes!) and more!!! Relevant Links… Eater Story! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the phone <3 Very Amusing is your go-to theme park and travel podcast for having fun on vacation, whethe...
Jun 19, 2024•1 hr 19 min
We're taking your calls about Disney World planning, Disneyland Paris thoughts, cursed hotel lobbies, summer theme park survival tips, first Disney trips with a baby and so much more! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the phone <3 Very Amusing is your go-to theme park and travel podcast for having fun on vacatio...
May 08, 2024•52 min
a mega trip means a mega recap! come along with me to Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, more hotels, Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Hollywood...and more!! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the phone <3 Very Amusing is your go-to theme park and travel podcast for having fun on vacation, whether i...
May 01, 2024•1 hr 28 min
oh yeah, this is gonna be a multi-parter!!! in today's episode, we talk about my journey to Orlando with a wee babe, why a Disney hotel I never thought of staying at suddenly became a front-runner for my favorite, and what a Magic Kingdom milestone is really like! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the phone <3 V...
Apr 25, 2024•51 min
As we inch closer towards D23, it's time to start preparing ourselves for what’s next, starting with how you approach your 2024 Walt Disney World trip. With 121 days to go until Disney's fan convention and a ton of news this week, some big announcements are on the way — and often, when some wonderful new experiences come in, others are likely to change or go away completely. That's why, if you're anything like me, your next visit to WDW will see you prioritizing attractions that can and will cha...
Apr 10, 2024•36 min
Got a little mini episode this week with some chit-chat about Epic Universe — and why Universal's new developments will upend the way you visit Florida theme parks — as well as what we want to see (and NEED to see!) at D23, the Disney fan event coming to Anaheim this August. *a small note*: In our short discussion about Marvel coming to Tokyo Disneyland, I didn't mention that apparently Spider-Man theme park licensing expired this year at Universal Studios Japan, but...I still think there's a bi...
Apr 03, 2024•44 min
Say hello to the themed restaurant of your dreams — where the seats are trackless ride vehicles (!!) and the walls make the food taste better. (Seriously.) Eatrenalin, located at Germany's Europa Park, blends cutting-edge ride technology, immersive design and haute cuisine for an experience unlike anything else. We're joined by Eatrenalin co-founder and recent THEA award winner Thomas Mack to dish (heh) about this mind-boggling dining experience and trust me, by the end of this episode, Europa P...
Mar 27, 2024•38 min
I attended the 30th annual THEA awards for excellence in themed entertainment, and I’m taking you inside the hallowed affair to discuss all the big winners! Come for the allure of the big night and stay for the black tie gowns AND EVEN a special appearance by the biggest celebrity in theme parks…or not?? listen to find out more!! Relevant Links... Behind The Attraction (with Luke Mayrand) Let’s Go To…GATORLAND ! (With Shelby Honea) Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (with Wyatt Winter) ParkS...
Mar 20, 2024•40 min
This week, we're discussing my recently updated Disneyland food guide for Eater — classic can't miss items, the treats and eats I recommend on your next trip to the parks and the reasons why i included each dish! Relevant Links… Eater guide to Disneyland Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram ! Twitter ! TikTok ! Facebook ! Her Website ! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP ! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the phone <3 Very Amusin...
Mar 13, 2024•58 min
no, it's not me yelling “i wont eat blue!” throughout the entirety of the podcast — these are the rides, events, experiences and theme park things i've decided i will no longer do! there are even some trip planning tips hidden in these choices — like why i'm looking at hotels differently, and have nearly figured out the ideal Disneyland parking situation — so tune in for more! Relevant Links... Casetify charger (similar, my design sold out; referral link) Chicago Tavern Style Pizza Map Spend mor...
Mar 06, 2024•45 min
