This week we're joined by Ashley, a two-time Disney College Program participant, who shares with us what the DCP is all about and what her experiences have been. Learn about the program's opportunities to work in the parks, where DCP'ers get to live, what the qualification requirements are, and what the application process is like. Ashley personifies what Disney magic is all about, and we're so delighted to have had a chance to meet her. You're going to love this episode!Ironically, right after we recorded this episode we saw that the Disney Programs team is starting a special mini series of podcasts, videos, and other content about the Disney College Program. Even better, it's co-hosted by the fabulous Holly - who we watched grow up from a little kid at our church. It's a small world, after all!!!For more information on the Disney College Program, check out these resources:Disney Programs (disneycareers.com)Disney Programs Blog - Life at Disney <-- podcast linked here tooDisney College Program Opt-In (disneycareers.com) <-- sign up for updates from DCPDisney Programs (@officialdisneyprograms) on Instagram----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

This week's episode is a dive into the world of the modern pop culture convention. Alicea frequently works at Emerald City Comic Con, and has even traveled to help out at conventions in Portland, New York, and even last year's Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim. The tables are turned in this episode as the kids interview Alicea about her experiences and what keeps her coming back year after year. And of course Alicea returns the favor, asking the kids about what they enjoyed most at this year's ECCC.----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

Inspired by our 11 year old, and a meme Allears.net posted on Instagram a few months ago, this week we're playing a quick round of "Would you rather..." with the family - and of course it's Disney related! Do we value resorts more than food? Is it better to live in a universe with Star Wars or Marvel super heroes? We'll answer these burning questions and more on this week's episode!----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

Alicea and Nathan took a long weekend trip from Seattle to Orlando in late-April 2018 to meet back up with our amazing friends from our Mexican Riviera cruise the previous Fall. We reminisce about hanging out with amazing people, eating incredible food, having a couple drinks, and enjoying one of the most amazing mornings in Magic Kingdom imaginable. We even spent a day at Kennedy Space Center nerding out. This was a great trip!----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

This week is a little self-indulgent, but it's an amazing episode nonetheless. Our guest is David Novak, and if that surname sounds familiar it's because he's Nathan's dad. David grew up in the heart of classic Disney animation in the 40s and 50s, and we talk about it's influences on him and his journey as an artist. Even today, the magic of Disney captures him and brings joy and wonder. Don't miss this very special episode.----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

That's right, we've got AMY ADAMS on the podcast this week! The incomparable star of big tech known to her family far and wide recently joined the planDisney panel and joins us to talk about what planDisney is, her journey to joining, and the amazing experiences she has helping people plan their perfect vacations. A big thank you to Amy for her time spent with us, and to Jen from the planDisney program for working with us to make this episode happen.You can learn more about Amy or ask her a question at Meet Amy A | planDisney (go.com).You can find the planDisney panel on their website Disney Vacation Tips and Advice | planDisney (go.com), follow them on Instagram (@plandisneypanel), Twitter (@plandisney), and see PD content on the Disney Parks - YouTube channel.----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

This week we welcome Jenni Berry to the podcast, fresh off her week long western Caribbean cruise on the Disney Fantasy that included fourth-ever Pixar Day at Sea! This brand new offering on select cruises includes unique character experiences, a special Pixar-inspired dinner menu, dance parties, new character visits in the kids clubs, a Pixar friends breakfast extravaganza, plus an Incredibles fireworks show in addition to the regular Pirate Night celebration! Of course on top of that you also get all that Disney Cruise Line has to offer on a regular 7-night sailing. You don't want to miss this one!----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

While a Disney cruise is an experience of a lifetime, it may not be the right "home port" for everyone.  This week we welcome Alicea's "little" brother Joe to the podcast, along with his wife Kristen and their 5 year old daughter Maddy, who just took their first Disney cruise. We talk about the magic of a Disney experience for kiddos, and compare DCL to their usual option of Carnival Cruise Line. ----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

Our kids get a solo trip with one of us for their thirteenth birthday, and in this episode Kaitlyn tries to remember a few highlights from her time in Disney World and back-to-back cruises on the Disney Wonder. It's incredible - they actually hit 5 PARKS in a single day (MK twice), plus got to do a VIP tour, and two stops in Castaway Cay  on top of that. What a birthday!----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

This week we welcome one of the bravest people we've ever met, Stephanie Power, who spent 16 days at Disney World over the Christmas and New Year's holidays a few weeks ago. Her and her husband are Disney adults who spent their honeymoon at WDW during the holidays several years ago, so being in the parks at the holidays has become their family tradition. They even have a rare "Week 52" DVC contract at Riviera Resort! Join us as we seek Stephanie's pro tips for mastering the parks during one of the busiest times of the year, and here her tails of finding magic and pixie dust in true Disney fashion.----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

This week we welcome Tiffany Sowell who recently brought her young daughter on her very first Disney trip to the parks in California. Tiffany did a bunch of research beforehand, and did a lot of learning as she went along, and joins us this week to share her insights, tips, tricks, and some things to avoid when brining a 2.5 year old to Disneyland. Spoiler alert: Toad Hall is not on the "must visit" list. ;-)----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

Adventures & Mousecapades is one year old!!! 52 (plus 1 bonus) episodes later we're still here, and have been every week since the last time we went around the sun. Thank you all for listening in. We're so excited for what's to come in year 2!----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

Since this is our last podcast of the year, we thought we'd take the opportunity to look at everything that's happened with Disney Parks, Disney Vacation Club, and Disney Cruise Line this year. It's been a year of re-openings, big new announcements, a surprise new ship added to the DCL fleet, and oh so many Bobs! Join us as we check the rear view mirror and start taking a peek at what lies ahead in 2023.----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

Tis the season to enjoy all things holiday from our favorite Mouse. From ride overlays to special parades to ... snorkeling in the Caribbean? Sure why not! These are our favorite holiday goings on in the world of Disney. Happy & Merry!----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

DCL is in the middle of adding 3 new ships, and recently surprised everyone by purchasing a partially-completed hull to be Mickey Boat #8. We shared our thoughts on what this might mean for the Disney Magic and our favorite, the Disney Wonder.We know not everybody listens to our trip reports, so for those of you more interested in recent Disney news and prognostications we're releasing the last part of episode 50 as our very first bonus episode here in our feed. Enjoy!----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

This is the story of how we met some of our best friends, though the magic of Disney pixie dust randomly seating us at the same table for dinners on our "without the kids" September 2017 7-night Mexican Riviera sailing on the Wonder. We don't usually party like this, but we sure did this trip! It was a good thing we were sailing back-to-back, because we needed another 4 night cruise to ease back into reality.There's a lot going on with Disney Cruise Line these days as cruising continues to recover from the pandemic and DCL welcomes 3 new ships to the fleet, and they just recently announced the purchase of a 4th new vessel. If you jump to the 48:45 mark you can hear our thoughts on DCLs future, and what that might mean for our favorite ship the Wonder (and the Magic).----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

This week we sat down to do some virtual holiday shopping for the Disney fans in your life for the young and young at heart. We hit various different price points, from stocking stuffers to budget busters. Hopefully this gives you a few ideas on what might work for that special person in your list!Under $15Disney Socks : TargetDisney Holiday Mystery Pin Set – 2-Pc. | shopDisneyStar Wars: The Mandalorian Grogu Holiday Plush : TargetStar Wars Baby Yoda Pancake Skillet Gift Set - 4.2oz : Target$50Mickey Mouse Holiday Plaid Sleep Set for Kids | shopDisneyMickey Mouse Holiday Plaid Sleep Pants for Adults | shopDisneyLego Marvel The Goat Boat 76208 Building Kit : TargetCards Against Disney - Little Dog Paper Company$100Thor's Hammer 76209 | Marvel | Buy online at the Official LEGO® Shop USDeath Star™ Trash Compactor Diorama 75339 | Star Wars™ | Official LEGO® Shop USDisney Pixar Cars Ultimate Florida Speedway Trackset : Target$250Minnie Mouse Line Art Dooney & Bourke Small Zip Sac | shopDisneySavi’s Workshop Handbuilt Lightsabers at Hollywood Studios | Walt Disney World Resort$1000New Annual Passes | Walt Disney World ResortMillennium Falcon™ 75192 | Star Wars™ | Official LEGO® Shop USBONUS ROUND: Santa's Budget Buster (unlimited)Golden Oak at Walt Disney World Resort (disneygoldenoak.com)Disney Parks Around The World – A Private Jet Adventure | Adventures by Disney----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

We finally close out our Big Summer Blowout Vacation with visits to all 4 parks, restaurant reviews, summer thunderstorms, 50th anniversary golden statues, a trivia trophy, a $36k table, cinnamon rolls, new attractions ridden for the first time, quite a few drinks, dueling pianos, and a baguette. Who could ask for anything more?----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

Our "Big Summer Blowout" vacation seemingly never ends. Nathan had the opportunity to work remotely from Florida while Alicea and the kids headed back to Seattle to start the school year. Highlights include a trip to Kennedy Space Center to see Artemis not launch, a new best friend in Abi the 3-legged pit bull, Nathan's solo day in the parks for his birthday, and a two-day double birthday celebration for Nathan and our great friend Bill. We also experienced the Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort - what an absolutely beautiful building!----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

This week Kaitlyn and Sterling join us to talk about their experiences on Disney Cruise Line. We learn about favorite snacks, adventures off the ship, and how the DCL cast and crew make magical experiences for younger cruisers. Join us for sublime sailing silliness!----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattlites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com