A Walt Disney World podcast focused on food, resorts and general nonsense!
Episodes
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
In this week's episode, we discuss the best way to use the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan to maximize your return on investment. We talk parks and resort options. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
6:35 Maximizing Disney's Quick-Service Dining Plan Overview
9:47 EPCOT Quick-Services
18:18 Animal Kingdom Park Quick-Services
24:02 Hollywood Studios Quick-Services
29:11 Resort Quick-Service
41:41 Wrap-Up
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Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
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Tuesday Jul 02, 2024
Tuesday Jul 02, 2024
In this week's episode, it's getting hot and the dog days of Summer are right around the corner. Gary and I talk about the best Resorts to stay at during the Summer months. You may be surprised at some of our picks Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
11:30 #5
14:46 #4
18:48 #3
22:17 #2
26:46 #1
37:57 Wrap-Up
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
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Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
In this week's episode, we discuss Gary's upcoming July trip where he will do a split stay at the Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge and Disney's Beach Club Villas. We talk briefly about park visits and attractions and take a deep dive into the food stops. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
4:55 Gary's second DVC contract
8:30 Day1 Departing Providence
10:08 Tusker House, Artist Point, Steakhouse71, Garden Grill, Arkershus Royal Banquet Hall, Beaches and Cream, Roundup Rodeo BBQ, Topolino's, Trattoria al Forno, Le Chefs de France
37:36 Attractions
47:02 Wrap-Up
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
In this week's episode Mike and Gary get into some Disney news. A new DVC Lounge is opening, while one is being refurbished. We talk about the Openings in Frontierland as well as what is going on in EPCOT. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
9:40 DVC Lounges
16:10 Country Bear Jamboree reopening and Tiana's Bayoy Adventure
21:40 EPCOT construction walls are down
33:30 Wrap-Up
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined by Kristen (AKA Suzie) to discuss Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape. This was their first trip over to Europe and their first ever Adventures By Disney. Is it worth the money or are you better off doing a tour on your own. Have you ever done an Adventures By Disney? If not, where would you want to do one? Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
6:45 Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape
9:28 Day 1
22:10 Day 2
40:50 Day 3
54:37 Day 4
55:44 Listener questions and Wrap-Up
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined by Mary to discuss her recent Caribbean cruise on the Disney Fantasy. We talk about her excursions, days at sea and of course the dining options. What do you like most about Disney Cruise Line? Thanks for listening.
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Tuesday May 28, 2024
In this week's episode Mike discusses his most recent trip to EPCOT. He did the Garden Rocks Dining Package with the Matherson's at Rose and Crown. Is the food there still as good as it's been in the past? More importantly was Starship as good as they were in the past. Finally, Mike saw Luminous for the first time. What were his thoughts? Stay tuned to find out. Thanks for listening.
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
Tuesday May 21, 2024
Tuesday May 21, 2024
In this week's episode Mike and Gary discuss an upcoming DVC Member Cruise that Mike and Kristen are going on. We'll discuss how this came about, the spa, ports, dining and much more. Is Mike excited about this cruise or is he apprehensive Listen in to find out.
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Tuesday May 14, 2024
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined again by Emily, the co-host of the Magic Key Adventures Podcast. Mike and Emily recently dined at the newly reopened 1900 Park Fare inside Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. We'll discuss the 'new' theming, character interactions and take a deep dive into the food offerings. How does is compare to some of the 'gold standard" breakfast locations around property? Listen in to find out.
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
About our Guest
Emily M.
Instagram: emilys_disney_adventures
Podcast: Magic Key Adventures Podcast
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined by Emily, the co-host of the Magic Key Adventures Podcast to discuss her recent visit to the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. As always, the resorts and restaurants were the main focal point of the discussion. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
7:12 Pop Century check-in, The Boathouse and Gideon's
10:30 Animal Kingdom Lodge check-in, Victoria Falls Lounge, Sanaa, La Cava del Tequila
25:00 Garden Rocks Dining Package at Rose and Crown, Topolino's Character Breakfast and Riviera discussion and drinks at Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'
37:09 Old Key West check-in, Gurgling Suitecase, what Emily likes about the Walt Disney World Resort campus
45:17 Wrap-Up
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
About our Guest
Emily M.
Instagram: emilys_disney_adventures
Podcast: Magic Key Adventures Podcast
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
In this week's episode Mike discusses his recent Moonlight Magic experience at Disney's Animal Kingdom Park. How did it compare to the one he went to in January in Anaheim? Is it worth planning a trip around or is it completely overhyped? Mike and Gary discuss. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
7:26 Invite to Moonlight Magic
12:45 Meeting the Cabot's and in for Moonlight Magic
35:00 Would Mike plan a trip around Moonlight Magic?
51:38 Wrap-Up
Support the Show
- Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
- Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
- Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
- Social media (@wdwbtg)
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Monday Apr 22, 2024
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined by Disney Cruise Line Expert: Captain Zack to highlight tips and tricks for first time cruisers. The Captain breaks down what to expect on embarkation day, dining, best room locations and much more. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
9:07 Background of Zack becoming a Disney Cruise Line fan
12:40 Check-In and Embarkation
22:48 Dining
35:35 Shows and Activities (On Board Fun)
40:00 Bars and Lounges
45:45 Ideal room location
48:48 Wifi and Cell Coverage
51:34 Wrap-Up
Support the Show
- Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
- Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
- Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
- Social media (@wdwbtg)
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Episode #524 - Banned for Life
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Angry New Phil Jr. to talk about the behaviors that they would consider a "ban-able" offense. The guys are tough and figure they reduce the overall capacity of the parks by 70 to 80%.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Episode #523 - Is the Dining Plan Worth It?
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss costs and value of the two Disney Dining Plan options. Find out if the guys think it's worth the price or if paying out of pocket is the way to go.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Episode #522 - What Cuisine Does Disney World Do Worst?
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss which type of food does Disney World struggles with the most.
Last week they talked about the best, now get ready for the worst!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Episode #521 - What Cuisine Does Disney World Do Best?
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike and Gary talk about which type of cuisine Disney World does better than the rest! Listen in and find out what the guys think Disney World does best.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Episode #520 - Disneyland vs. Disney World
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss which resort has the better version of similar attractions, restaurants and resorts!
Who comes out on top? California or Florida?
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Episode #519 - EPCOT Flower & Garden 2024
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary talk about the food booths at the 2024 Flower & Garden festival and the disappointment in the concert offerings this year.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Episode #518 - Walt Disney World News
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary finish up a few items from Mike's Disneyland trip. Then the guys discuss a few news items from Walt Disney World.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Episode #517 - Mike's Disneyland Trip Review Part 3
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined again by Sweet Suzie to finish up part 3 of their trip review from Disneyland in California.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Episode #516 - Mike's Disneyland Trip Review Part 2
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are once again joined by Sweet Suzie to discuss their recent trip to Disneyland!
Mike & Suzie recount their Main Street tour and Moonlight Magic at Disney California Adventure.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Episode #515 -Mike's Disneyland Trip Review Part 1
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined in studio by Suzie to discuss part 1 of their Disneyland trip review.
Mike & Suzie spent five nights in California in January and today they review the first two days of their stay.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Episode #514 - Top Disney Restaurants to Visit in 2024
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the top 5 restaurants at Disney (World/Land/Cruise) that they want to experience at Disney in 2024.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Episode #513 - Five Things We Want to Do in 2024
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates, Mike and Gary discuss the top 5 things they want to accomplish at Disney in 2024.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Episode #512 - Mike's Grand Floridian Christmas Trip Review
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss Mike's stay at the Grand Floridian at Christmastime. Listen to to hear where he ate and what he did at his favorite Walt Disney World resort!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Episode #511 - Mike's Disneyland Trip Preview
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary talk about Mike's upcoming trip to Disneyland in California. Listen in to hear about which rides he is most looking forward to and which restaurants he has on his radar!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Episode #510 - December Trip Review with Angry New Phil Jr.
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by frequent contributor, Angry New Phil Jr., to discuss his recent trip to Walt Disney World. He stayed at Old Key West and shared his thoughts on the resort and many of the restaurants he visited during his stay.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Episode #509 - Gary and Mike's December Trip Review Part 2
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary finish up their trip review from their stay at the Treehouse Villas at Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa in December.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Episode #508 - Gary& Mike's December Trip Review Part 1
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the first half of their December trip to Walt Disney World. Hear about their thoughts on the Treehouse Villas at Saratoga Springs and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Episode #507 - Disneyland Dining with Tony
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Tony from California to discuss the many dining options at Disneyland ahead of Mike's January trip out west!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary