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Planning a Disney Cruise? Embarkation day can be one of the most exciting—but also overwhelming—parts of your vacation. In this episode, we share step-by-step Disney Cruise tips to make your first day at sea smooth, stress-free, and full of magic. From travel prep and port check-in to exploring the ship and disembarking at the end of your voyage, you’ll learn how to make every moment count.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

📑 Essential Disney Cruise Documents

Have you ever wanted to live in Disney?  You may not be able to live in the parks but did you know Disney has actually master planned 4 communities you can be a part of?  Two even include activities facilitated by Cast Members.    

The Magic Kingdom proudly premiered this amazing new parade on July 20, 2025.

The floats bring all of your favorites Blue Fairy, Asha, Maribelle, Bruno, Elsa, Coco, Pepita, Moana, Tinkerbelle, Peter Pan, Wendy, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, Pluto, Snow White, Dopey, Princess Aurora & Prince Philip, Cinderella & Prince Charming, Belle & Beast, Tiana & Naveen, Jasmin & Aladdin and of course Mickey & Minnie.  

The show gives a nod to the every popular Main Street Electrical Parade with a few bars of Baroque Hoedown at the beginning and end of the parade. 

Be sure to stay for the very end of the...

Wonder how many things Disney owns and how many more characters or stories they have, the answers are endless. 

In Film & TV Studios 

Walt Disney Pictures – Includes films like Frozen, The Lion King, and Pirates of the Caribbean.

Pixar Animation Studios – Known for Toy Story, Cars, Finding Nemo, Inside Out. |Marvel Studios – Rights to Marvel Cinematic Universe (Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, Black Panther), though some character rights are still partially shared with others (e.g., Spider-Man with Sony). 
  Lucasfilm – Rights to Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises. ...

Jeff and Sandy breakdown the incredible 2025 Disneyland events calendar.  So many thinks you won't want to miss. 

Lunar New Year Celebration January 17-February 16

8 Sweethearts Nights from January 21 - February 13

Celebration of Gospel February 8 & 15

Food & Wine Festival is February 28 to April 21

90s Nites on March 4 & 6

Season of Force from March 28 to May 11 plus 8 Star Wars Nights from April 8 to May 6

Disneyland's 70th birthday celebration from May 16 to Summer 2026

Pride Nights are June 16 & 18

31 nights of Oogie Boogie Bash from August 17 to October 31 as we...

Fresh off a preview sailing of the Disney Treasure, Sandy shares some of her favorite things....
Start with the Grand Hall, where you are greeted by Jasmin, Aladdin and the Magic Lamp and look closely for Abu!  Meet the newest streetmosphere Sage and Coriander.  Head to the Haunted Mansion Parlor is not to be missed.  Hear about the secret drink menu.   Step into the  Skippers Society for a Hippopotomai Tai and many other classic favorites (think Trader Sam's Menu, minus the show).  Of course we share info on Jade Cricket Cafe, Heihei Cafe and Jumbeaux Sweets. 

Hear ab...

Hear part two of Sandy's exciting New Zealand Adventure.   Sandy shares day 4 & 6 were two of her favorites this trip and they were jam packed.

Day 4, includes a visit to the Kiwi Hatchery, a sheep shearing demonstration as well as zip lining or a canopy tour and that is all just in the morning.  Hear about the unforgettable experience of visiting a Morae meeting house and taking part in a hongi ceremony.    This is an extremely reach rich and moving culture.    Learn more about the Haka and the hangi. 

Day 5 includes a trip to Te Puia, a plane...

Disney is known for it's food but they are blowing it out of the park with all their unique holidays and specialty foods.  We are going to cover the almost 30 foodies guides  and that doesn't count festivals and parties! There are so many holidays and great options, we need 3 episodes to cover the whole year.    In this episode we talk about the treats for:
- Flavors of Florida
- Plaza de la Familia for Dia de los Muertos
- Halloween Treats outside of the parties
- World Princess Week
- Dole Whip Day
- 4t...

Walt Disney   said that 'Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world.

There is an incredible amount of news of rides and shows coming to the parks.  Here about the new nighttime parade, Zootopia, Encanto, Cars and Indiana Jones additions coming to Walt Disney World.   Disneyland will see two new Avenger Campus rides, a Coco ride and more!

Big Disney Cruise Line news....4 more ships are ordered bringing the fleet to 13!

Hear all about this amazing new ship joining the Disney Cruise Line Fleet in November 2025.   Reservations begin September 6, 2024

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As Walt said, [Disney] will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world.   It's time for change and imagination again with the new Cabins at Fort Wilderness. The original cabins have been removed and new thoughtfully designed cabins have been built in their place.  Officially these are 1 bedroom villas with deluxe resort benefits that sleep up to 6.  They are the 18th Disney Vacation Club resort to be built. Hear all about the layout and which vacationers these cabins are perfect for.

We say goodbye to an old ride reservation system and hello to a new one.  Welcome Hello Lightning Lane Single and Multi Pass as of July 24, 2024.   If this system seems  a bit dejavu, it is!  Hear what you can expect and how to make it work for you!

Sandy sits down to share her thoughts during the Tiana Bayou Adventure Preview.   Hear how to ride with virtual que, Genie+ or standby as well as anticipated changes to that process in the coming months.   Sandy talks about the Imagineer behind the design, working with locals from New Orleans to achieve the right feel.  She'll share information on 19 new audiomatronics and more!  If you are heading to Disney World, you will want to hear this or talk with Sandy directly at ezdisez.com

Fresh off the Inaugural Lighthouse Point Cruise, Sandy shares thoughts on this new island.  She'll give some comparisons to Castaway Cay and things to think about when visiting!

In this week's Let's Talk Dis, Jeff and Sandy honor the memory of Disney Legend Richard Sherman.  From his first hit song on the Mickey Mouse Club to two Worlds Fair hits with It's A Small World and It's a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow.  Sherman influenced many park attractions today.   The legacy is so incredible in 2009 a biography "The Boys" was produced about this dynamic duo.

Mention you are planning a Disney vacation and everyone has the "best" advice for you.    They mean well and what they are recommending was a highlight for their family but will it be the same for you.   Jeff and Sandy breakdown how to really figure out the best from the worst planning tips.  

Looking for something free at Disney?  Jeff and Sandy discuss the new free 2025 water park benefit for onsite guests.    Hear the details, how to decide if it is right for you and creative ways to make it enhance your vacation.

They'll cover everything you need to know from how to get this benefit, deciding if Blizzard Beach or Typhoon Lagoon is for you and of course, don't forget the towels.

Jeff and Sandy visit "the other side of Orlando" as they share everything you want to know about Loew's Resort at Universal Orlando.  Hear about how to actual save money at Universal by staying  in a premier resort to receive free express pass.

Jeff and Sandy step into a world of whimsy and wonder as we unveil the grand opening of Disney's Pixar Place Hotel in this special podcast episode! 🌟 Join us as we explore every enchanting detail of this newly refurbished and named  Disney resort. (Farewell Paradise Pier)

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🌅 Immerse yourself in the magic of Disney Springs' newest eatery, the Summer House on the Lake, with our latest podcast episode! 🏡✨ Join us as we uncover the enchanting blend of lakeside dining, great starters and the first ever cookie bar! 

Enjoy everything from amazing meatballs, great thin crust pizza to soft shell tacos.   A highlight of the menu is that all items can be made Gluten Free

Conclusion:
Whether you're a Disney enthusiast or a foodi...