Castle Talk Radio

Does Early Entry make it worth paying to stay at a Disney-owned hotel at Disneyland Resort? We are breaking down what Early Entry is, and our strategies to make the most of your Early Entry time at Disneyland. Want FREE Early Entry Strategy Plans? Visit https://castletalkradio.com/freebies to request yours Want Disneyland Discounts & More? Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Castle Talk Radio EXCLUSIVE pricing. Join the Castle Talk Radio Patreon for early access, input on future episodes and more https://patreon.com/castletalkradio Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142 About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 12 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States. Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

With National Donald Duck Day right around the corner we are talking all things Donald. From what are Donald Duck's parents' names, to if Donald Duck has a degree and more. Plus we talk about where you can meet Donald Duck at Disneyland Resort.  Let's give a shoutout to our favorite duck of all - Donald Duck!   Want Disneyland Discounts & More? Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Castle Talk Radio EXCLUSIVE pricing. Join the Castle Talk Radio Patreon for early access, input on future episodes and more https://patreon.com/castletalkradio Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142 About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 12 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States. Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

Thinking of adding a day at Universal Studios Hollywood to your SoCal vacation? Today, Becca is helping Jessica prep for her summer visit with tips on how to save money at Universal, and tips on how to get the entire park done in one day! Grab the FREE Universal Studios One Day Park Plan: https://castletalkradio.com/freebies/   Want Disneyland Discounts & More? Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Castle Talk Radio EXCLUSIVE pricing. Join the Castle Talk Radio Patreon for early access, input on future episodes and more https://patreon.com/castletalkradio Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142 About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 12 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States. Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

As we wrap up the 4th season of the Disneyland with Kids Podcast we are sharing some BIG and exciting news. Disneyland with Kids Podcast is becoming Castle Talk Radio!   Don’t worry, you will still get amazing theme park info and tips with a focus on Disneyland, and a few other castles and theme parks added into the mix here and there.   The Disneyland with Kids podcast started as an extension of the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group (which is not going anywhere) but has evolved into a podcast that can benefit more than just those going to Disneyland with Kids.   Tune in as we talk about the change, and also shine a spotlight on our DwK co-founders who are not a part of Castle Talk Radio (but we will be bringing them on here and there as guests). Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing. Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1 Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142 About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 12 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States. Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

Summer is on the way, and that means days at the beach! Looking to add a beach day to your Disneyland vacation? Becca is sharing her favorite beaches and some beach tips. Get Becca's full guide to beaches near Disneyland Resort here: https://thiscrazyadventurecalledlife.com/best-beaches-near-disneyland/   Save on Captain Dave's Whale Watching Tours: https://www.getawaytoday.com/tickets/disneyland-resort/captain-daves-dolphin-and-whale-watching-safari?referrerid=7526   Want to be one of the first to know about our big secret? Sign up here to be one of the insiders: https://subscribepage.io/secret-announcement   Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing. Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1 Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142 About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 12 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States. Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

We went to Pixar Fest opening week to check it out for you and let you know what are some of the must-dos, some of the skips, and more. Pixar Fest is happening now through August 4, 2024 at Disneyland Resort and is included with your part tickets. Get the best deal on Disneyland tickets by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids   Want to be one of the first to know about our big secret? Sign up here to be one of the insiders: https://subscribepage.io/secret-announcement   Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing. Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1 Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142 About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 12 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States. Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

Want to plan a trip to Tokyo Disney? This week we are sharing our top 5 tips to know for your trip. From Disney Sea, to park ticket info, and you have to pay to ride the monorail??? You will want to know what Leslie learned on her recent trip. Check out Leslie's article on Tokyo Disney's best rides here: https://tripswithtykes.com/tokyo-disney-rides/ Want to be one of the first to know about our big secret? Sign up here to be one of the insiders: https://subscribepage.io/secret-announcement   Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing. Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1 Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142 About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 12 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States. Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.  

Today, we are skipping Disneyland and heading to Knott's Berry Farm! America's Original Theme Park! We talk about thrill rides, FastLane, Food festivals, and so much more. PLUS - how to get discount tickets to Knott's Berry Farm. We have a HUGE secret. Sign up to be one of the first to know: https://subscribepage.io/secret-announcement   Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals!   Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today (we earn money while you still save money): You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing.   Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1 Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks   Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142  

Today we are talking about what to wear to Disneyland, for both kids and adults. Should you choose those fancy princess dresses? A cute Mickey shirt? Or something else. Jessica is joined by Julie at Mom Rewritten as they discuss what outfits Julie loves for Disneyland with her kids. Check out Julie's article on the best places to get Disney costumes/clothing for kids: https://www.momrewritten.com/best-places-to-buy-disney-princess-dresses/ Be one of the first to know our BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Sign up here to be one of the first to know: https://subscribepage.io/secret-announcement Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today (we earn money while you still save money): You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing.   Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1   Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks   Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142   About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 11 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States. Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

Today we are talking about all the planes, trains, and automobiles at Disneyland Resort for those who love transportation. This episode is a traffic jam of tips for different attractions... so much so we even missed some of the attractions, including my favorite Big Thunder Mountain! If anyone in your travel party loves all things that go, this is the episode you need! Be one of the first to know our BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Sign up here to be one of the first to know: https://subscribepage.io/secret-announcement   Want More Disneyland Discounts? Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today (we earn money while you still save money): You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing.   Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1   Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks   Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142   About Becca & Jessica   Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 11 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States.   Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

What happens when your kids start wondering about the validity of the magic at Disneyland? Today, we are discussing what to do when kids start to question if that is the real Mickey Mouse and other things. If you have littles who still know that IS the real Mickey Mouse, you may want to watch this later! Be the first to know our big secret! Sign up here: http://subscribepage.io/secret-announcement   Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today (we earn money while you still save money): You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing. Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1 Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142 About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 11 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States.   Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

Taking kids to Disneyland? These are the best tips we have as Disneyland experts and from within the Disneyland with Kids community on Facebook! Tips for going with babies, toddlers, kids, tweens and beyond. You will be glad you listened to this episode before your Disneyland trip. More on Disneyland during and just after potty-training: https://thiscrazyadventurecalledlife.com/disney-during-and-just-after-potty/ Be one of the first to know our BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Sign up here to be one of the first to know: https://subscribepage.io/secret-announcement   Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading: Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals! Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today (we earn money while you still save money): You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing. Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1 Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here: Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/214142 About Becca & Jessica Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 11 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle. Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States.   Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 10 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth. Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.  

This week we are back with Ashley talking about her trip to Orlando where she picked only 2 Disney World and 1 Universal park to visit during their family vacation.    Remember the best way to save on your theme park vacations is by visiting our partners at Get Away Today. 

Ashley recently went to Walt Disney World. She was able to get flights from California to Orlando for FREE (other than taxes). She also used points to get a FREE hotel stay! Listen in on today's episode for more information. Combining points travel with discounted tickets from our partners at https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk makes for an affordable vacation.

Save on Disneyland vacations by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk    

Today we are sharing about the Women Who Make The Magic Guided Tour at Disneyland. This is a limited time tour but we hope it is extended. We also talk about what to expect with all guided tours at Disneyland Resort.    View a full video about this tour here: https://youtu.be/_4vwR4v7ukE?si=_isV-SYX5OQFfZs8   Get the best deals on your Disneyland and other theme park vacations at https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk  

Book your Disneyland Vacation and save: https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk   Today, Josh D'Amaro takes on his new role of CEO of the Walt Disney Company. We look back at what Josh has done - both good and bad - in his past leadership positions, and look at what we hope he will bring to the Walt Disney Company moving forward.  

Save on Disneyland tickets and packages: https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk  (We earn money when you book through our link) Today we are chatting about the 2026 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival. From what were the big hits, to some major misses, and everything in between. We also talk about the diminishing number of food items at the Sip and Savor booths and what we would like to see change for next year. 

Book your vacation and save: https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk   This week, Disney announced that the new Animation experience at Disney Hollywood Studios would not include live animators.  The announcement was hidden in the excitement of an Olaf animatronic welcoming guests... and then about Animators on pre-recorded videos doing the instruction.  We discuss the changes this makes to the experience, and how it affects guests and Cast Members alike.   Today's episode is sponsored by https://ariastranportation.com

Disney has announced that Monsters Inc, Mike and Sully to the Rescue will no longer be closing for good in 2026.  Jessica dives into this news and what it means for the future of Disneyland, the Avatar experience, and more.