Mickeyphile Podcast - Disney World, DVC, and More

You've heard about the magic of Disney. But have you ever wondered what it's like to have an unforgettable weekend at the most magical place on Earth? Buckle up, as we take you on a thrilling journey through Walt Disney World! We kick things off with an exquisite dinner at On Top of the World, explore the all-new Moana attraction, and dish on our stay at a new resort. Hang on tight as we share our engaging encounter with Mike and Vicky, a delightful dining experience, and a shopping spree that led to some must-have Disney merchandise.From a foodie's perspective, our weekend was nothing short of tantalizing. We had a fantastic dinner at On Top of the World, an experience elevated by the restaurant's ambience and view. Imagine savoring every bite as you overlook the world below. We also checked out the new Arroir Star Cruiser and gave our two cents on Disney's latest Poly Tower floor plans. If you're planning a Disney trip soon, you wouldn't want to miss our in-depth review of the Old Key West Resort. And yes, we'll tell you all about the arm workout we got from closing the blinds at the resort.Last but not least, we recount our adventurous exploration of the Journey of Water, inspired by Moana. From interactive stations to hidden characters, the attraction was a delightful feast for the senses. But that's not all. We also discuss our lunch at Olivia's, a shopping spree at EPCOT, and a comfortable stay at a brand new hotel. This episode is chock full of our unique experiences, Disney news, and some random fun that would make any Disney fan's heart flutter. So are you ready to embark on a magical journey with us? Tune in!

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 159- More discounts for Florida residents and  Disney Visa card holders are coming to Walt Disney World.  And so is Oswald the Lucky Rabbit.  And Mirabel and Bruno hit Magic Kingdom.  All this plus a bear, a fireworks party, and more.  On episode 159 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 158- This weekend was Destination D23, with lots of news, announcements, and fun.  We weren’t there, but we watched it on the internet, and we finally got some dates and information about the newest comings at Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise and more.  We’ll share the latest, and our thoughts, on episode 158 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.   Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 157- We made a Labor Day Weekend Trip to Disney Springs.  We stayed at Animal Kingdom Lodge, finally ate at Mara, and hit Jock Lindsey’s.  And we found out what a Hooley is, and why we love it!  And we’ll have news and more, on Episode 157 of The Mickeyphile Podcast! Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 156- We totally owned Genie + this week.  Bob Iger called and begged us to stop winning,  but we were like “No, Bob, you did this, and we are killing it.”   We’ll tell you how we did it, plus news and more, on episode 156 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 155 - The Trams are FINALLY coming back to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios.  EPCOT is getting ready to start the Figment meet, and a new Frozen Podcast is on tap from Disney.  All this and more on episode 155 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023 

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 154 - More new photo-ops debut at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.  The next Disney Cruise ship is being unveiled.  And we don’t talk about the newest addition to the Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade.  Ok, maybe we will.  Then, this weekend we left the beaten path and went to Bier Fest at Busch Gardens Tampa.  How did it compare to an EPCOT festival?  We’ll share the highs and lows on episode 154 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023 

 Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 153 - We have Disney News this week.  Trick or Treat Locations have been released.  There’s another Florida Resident ticket available, and more changes come to MDE.  Plus, DVC news and a couple quick Disney Springs reviews on Episode 153 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 152 - It’s a Review episode on this week’s Mickeyphile Podcast.  Trail’s End Restaurant reopened, and we were there on the second day.  We checked out the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival and saw the new Haunted Mansion movie.  We will cover all of this and more on episode 152 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023 

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 151 - Food and Beverage lineups and showtimes for Mickey’s Not so Scary Halloween Party are announced, and we are getting ready for the party!  A big DVC discounts has been announced.  And we are heading to the Food and Wine Festival this weekend.  It’s episode 151 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023 

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 150 - We went to EPCOT with friends this weekend and tried out some new experiences.  La Cava, the Lotus Blossom Cafe, and Tutto Gusto were all firsts, at least kind of.  Plus there’s news about Disney100 and transportation changes from MCO to Disney World.  All this and more on episode 150 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023 

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 149 - The Food and Wine Festival returns in two weeks and the new Haunted Mansion movie hits theaters a day later.  Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party starts in less than a month.  Destination D23 is less than two months away, but where is our Figment meet and greet? And Bob Iger 2: Electric Boogaloo is extended for two more years.  It’s a news episode this week on Episode 149 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 148 - We just returned from a four-night split stay at Jamba House and Saratoga Springs. There were great meetups with old friends, new friends, and some in between.  And lots of new experiences thrown into the mix.  We’ll share our adventures on episode 148 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music:  “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023 

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 147- Trip Report and Food ReviewsChanges are coming to Genie+ with Park Specific pricing, there will be new versions of old characters in this year’s Boo to You parade, and a new character meet may be replacing Merida in the Magic Kingdom.  Plus, we will talk about our latest trip to Walt Disney World and some favorite food options.  After a week off, the Mickeyphile Podcast is back, with episode 147.  Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music:  “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 146 - There are LOTS of holiday announcements for Walt Disney World, from the 4th of July to Halloween to Christmas parties at a new Disney park.  New pass-holder discounts are arriving soon, and there are Disney + discounts too.  All of this, plus some breaking news tweets and more on Episode 146 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.  Next.  Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music:  “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023 

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 145 - This week, we are talking about DVC resorts.  We will share our takeaways from our recent stays at Animal Kingdom’s Kidani Village and the Grandstand at Saratoga Springs Resort.  Plus some news, tweets, and more on Episode 145 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.  Next.  The special Tapstile jingle was added for cast members visiting Walt Disney World ParksDisney early entry benefit at some Non-Disney hotels are possibly ending after the end of 2023B Resort & Spa, Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, Waldorf Astoria Orlando, and Drury Plaza HotelWhat Disney World floral and gifts are being discontinued and will transition to a third-party vendor beginning on 8/27Call guests are now being encouraged to place orders through Florida Fresh Floral Release Date of 8/23 for ‘Ahsoka’ on Disney+Announced at the Apple worldwide developers conference today, June 5 that a new mixed reality headset will be compatible with Disney+ from day one - Apple Vision ProDisney Parks teases 2023 holiday announcements coming next week. Disney Parks is celebrating their #halfwaytotheholidays celebration with holiday offerings at Walt Disney World and Disneyland.Indiana Jones Den of Destiny beverage outpost is coming to Disney’s Hollywood studios beginning June 9 for a limited timeDrinks will include a non-alcoholic L’Atlantique Green Tea (pomegranate, green tea, blood orange, lemon juice, and agave nectar), The Adventuress Margarita (tequila, passion fruit, papaya, green tea, cucumber, lime, and agave), and The Weathered Fedora (bourbon, sweet vermouth, vanilla, cinnamon, star anise, ginger, bitters, and nutmeg) Additionally, Jock Lindsey‘s Hanger Bar is going to have Indiana Jones-related items available from June 30 to August 15 Those items will include: Giant Bacon for all Mankind (which comes with a Trusty Revolver for 2 (Bulleit Rye Whiskey, Tipplers Orange Liqueur, and Luxardo Cherries), Marche Stuffed Dates and Figs, and the Charter Flight which includes Reggie’s Revenge, the Cool-Headed Monkey, and The Mayor’s Reserve effective June 30 will be a flight10.  Guest evacuation platform added to Disney Skyliner between Riviera Resort and Epcot at the turn station in the Boardwalk parking lot11.  Disney has announced that the 2023 Magic HAP-Pins pin trading event will be taking place at Coronado Springs Resort on 8/25 & 8/26. Registration for the Event will begin on 6/13 at 1 pm ET DVC NEWSOwner's Locker to Increase Prices July 1 Value Plan: $10.50 per month or $105 per year; round-trip transportation of the locker is an additional $30 per visit ($8.50 Monthly / $85 annual & $27.50 trip)Moderate Plan: $12.50 per month or $125 per year; includes round-trip transportation for one visit per year with additional visits at $30 each ($10.50 Monthly / $105 annual & $27.50 trip {1 Free})Deluxe Plan: $22.50 per month or $225 per year; includes unlimited visits ($19.00 Monthly & $190 annually & Unltd) 2023 DVC Member Cruise Shirt Available via ShopDisney

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 143 - More information comes about VIPassholder Days at Disney World.  A new version of the MagicBand comes to the Disney Wish.  And we left the Most Magical Place on Earth to go check out the Food and Wine Festival at another Central Florida theme park.  All of this on episode 143 of the Mickeyphile Podcast 1.        MDE is now asking for Seating Preferences Options on check-in for dining reservations1.        It does state that Seating Preferences are not guaranteed and may affect the wait time 2.        WDW will be hosting first ever ‘Once Upon A Wish Party’ during World Princess Week in August for Make-A-Wish kids and their families 3.        Tina Turner passed away on 5/24 in Switzerland at 83 after a long illness 4.        More V.I.Pasholder Days information in June:1.        Wall-E and Eve magic shot will be available at Discovery Island in Animal Kingdom2.        An additional 10% discount will be available on select dining (20%) and merchandise purchases (30%) from May 31 to June 3020% off on food and nonalcoholic beverages at the Outdoor Kitchens3.        New Figment AP Magnet available 5/31 to 6/30 at Creations Shop in Epcot5.        MagicBand+ to be known as DisneyBand+ now available for select Disney Cruise Line guests to purchase online before their upcoming sailings. This will be available for Disney Wish sailings beginning June 12th.6.        Reedy Creek Fire Department approves new employment contract for cases, more staffing, and new equipment to include 4 extra ambulances and a ladder truck   1.        DVC NEWS2.        The Villas at Disneyland Hotel will ultimately contain up to 344 separate villas, not all of those rooms are initially available for booking using Disney Vacation Club pointsThe initial declaration for The Villas at Disneyland Hotel includes a total of 61 rooms of the following types:Duo Studio: 8Dedicated Studio: 48Dedicated One Bedroom: 1Lock-off Two Bedroom: 1Dedicated Two Bedroom: 2Grand Villa: 13.        Steamboat Willie-themed splash pad coming to The Villas at Disneyland Hotel. 4.        Beach Club Guest room renovations at Disney's Beach Club Villas are set to resume later this summer with a fall 2023 estimated completion date.  Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music:  “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Big news broke today about one of our beloved Star Wars experiences.  Disney World will be celebrating Annual Passholders in June, and there are room and ticket discounts announced for the summer months.  Our topic this week?  We don’t really have one.  We’re winging it on episode 142 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.   1.          SWGS closing permanently this September - Final Voyage will be 9/282.          Disney cancels the plans to build a large campus at Lake Nona with plans to move over 2,000 employees due to ‘changing business conditions’3.          New Seasonal Summer Menu announced for Hollywood Brown Derby at HS4.          WDW announces V.I.Pasholder Days in June 2023 - more details to follow but includes:5.          Shockingly the new AP Magnet will feature Figment6.          Fire-Breathing effect on Maleficent has been restarted in the Festival of the Fantasy Parade7.          The final HarmonioUS barge has been removed from the World Showcase Lagoon1.          Disney+. All the “Indiana Jones’ films will be available May 31st before the release of ‘Dial of Destiny’ on June 30th8.          Season 2 of Loki premiers Oct 6th and the new Marvel series Echo premiers Nov 29th9.          Avatar: The Way of Water streaming on June 7th10.       Disney100 designed Coca-Cola Bottles available at DS Coca-Cola11.       New Cast Member name tags debut at WDW on May 15th12.       Limited Time Cinderella Castle Watercolor Magic Shot at MK - across from the Partners statue from 9:00 - 2:30 pm13.       DS Resort Area Hotels offering Teachers and Educators Special Room Rates starting at $91.20 for dates between 5/29 to 9/414.       WDW switches to Simplified Hotel Room Categories15.       4-Park Magic Ticket coming to WDW.  Tickets valid June 1st - Sept 29th (Blockout dates 7/1-7/4 & 9/1-9/4)16.       Florida Resident “Disney Summer Magic” 4-Day ticket  1.          DVC NEWS2.          DVC members can call Member Services beginning May 31st to add one of two Disney Dining Plans to upcoming reservations for stay on or after Jan 9th3.          Beginning May 24, 2023, Disney Vacation Club members will be required to enter a code sent via email or text message in order to access certain information in their account. This level of authentication will be required only when accessing loan information on the members-only site. 4.          Disney Vacation Club Direct Sales Flat in April 2023April 2023 saw a slight increase over the previous month in the number of Disney Vacation Club points sold for the 11 DVC resorts at Walt Disney World.  A total of 120,411 points were sold, only 1.2% more than in March 2023.  Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music:  “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023    

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 141 - Dining plans return! Kind of.  Park Pass Reservations start to go away!  Sort of.   There are updates on Disney Cruise Line, Disney Plus, and the schedule is out for the Eat to the Beat concert series.  We’ re talking Disney news this week, on Episode 141 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music:  “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 140 - We finally found a reason to stay at the Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa.  And it was everything we hoped it would be, and more.  We are skipping the news this week to share a review of our stay and party with 50 of our closest weird internet friends.  On Episode 140 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.   Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music:  “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023