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Disney Closes Another Attraction, the Next Cruise We're Booking, and is a VIP Tour Worth It? Sep 04, 2024

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Join Serena and Louisa in this fun and informative audio-only episode as they discuss the latest breaking Disney news, including a brand-new villain show at Disney's Hollywood Studios set to debut in the summer of 2025.

They also dive into the returning After Hours parties across three parks, offering exclusive night-time experiences with fewer crowds and complimentary snacks. Additionally, they share exciting updates about Disney's upcoming cruise ships, the Disney Destiny and Disney Treasure, and talk about their VIP tour experience at Disney World, providing tips on making the most out of a premium Disney day.

00:00 Introduction and Casual Chat

02:31 Breaking News: New Disney Villain Show

05:23 Speculations and Hot Takes

09:50 After Hours Parties Return

13:00 Disney Destiny Cruise Details

18:48 Upcoming Disney Cruise Line Ships

20:17 Disney VIP Tours: The Ultimate Experience

21:24 VIP Tour Logistics and Benefits26:05 Cost Breakdown of VIP Tours

33:07 Maximizing Your VIP Tour Experience

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Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, the Tom Sawyer Island Debate, & the Most Exclusive Tour We've Ever Done Aug 28, 2024

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In this special catch-up episode of the Living by Disney podcast, Serena and Louisa ditch the video for an old-school audio experience.

They dive into their recent experiences, starting with an upgraded experience at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, details of their trip to California, including a magical tour of Disney Animation Studios in Burbank and memorable moments at Disneyland.

To cap things off, they provide insider insights from the D23 Expo and the exciting announcements that are shaping the future of Disney parks.

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01:03 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party

03:50 Villains Take Over the Halloween Party

09:57 Entertainment Highlights at the Halloween Party

20:43 California and D23 Expo

29:13 The Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island Debate

33:58 Liberty Square and Future Changes

40:44 Touring Walt Disney Animation Studios

RANKING Top 8 Disney’s Bombshell announcements from D23! Aug 14, 2024

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Straight from the D23. the Ultimate Disney Fan Event, we're diving into all the major announcements from the U.S. Disney Parks. Join us as we rank the top eight reveals, counting down to the one that left us absolutely amazed!

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Interview With Lou Mongello: The Ultimate Inspiration For Disney Fans Jul 31, 2024

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In today’s podcast, Serena sits down with friend and longtime Disney guru Lou Mongello from WDW Radio. Get ready to be inspired and motivated by Lou’s story of taking the leap to pursue his love of Disney and amazed by the tales of Disney legends he’s gotten to interview over the years. Find links to Lou’s weekly show and online communities: https://www.wdwradio.com/Have Lou help you follow your own dreams: https://www.loumongello.com/mini-course/ Chapters:00:00 Introduction02:15 Early days of Disney podcasting & media08:04 Taking the leap to leave a day job12:08 Importance of a positive mindset14:53 Building community is key19:20 Friendship with legend Richard Sherman21:36 Interviewing Julie Andrews22:45 First meeting with Kevin Feige 28:26 The current state of Disney parks30:33 Projections for what's to come for Disney36:30 Advice for those who want to take the leap

All the BIG Disney & Universal News for July! Jul 17, 2024

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Buckle up because we've got a lot to cover this week as we review all the top news stories of the past two weeks for Disney World, Disney Cruise, and Universal Orlando!

In today's show you'll learn:

What menu item we're sad to see go at Magic Kingdom
Is the new Country Bears show any good?
What we can expect for the holiday season this year
Return of Jollywood Nights with big changes
Disney Cruise Line drops surprising huge news
Universal brings out all the nostalgia for their new parade
The fun new snacks out for summer
Our favorite new nighttime show at Universal

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Genie+ is Gone! Full Guide to new Lightning Lane Multi pass +FAQ Jul 10, 2024

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Some huge changes are coming to the way you’ll plan your Disney World vacation. Starting July 24th Genie+ is no more and Lightning Lanes are changing to Multi Pass and Single Pass. In today’s show Serena will break down everything you need to know. How we got here, what the new system will be, and then answer all your questions about how this will work in the parks. And finally, she’ll give her thoughts on whether these changes are good. Let’s get to it!

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Our Honest Thoughts on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure | Encanto Sing-Along & CommuniCore Hall Review Jun 19, 2024

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In this video we're joined by seasoned Disney expert and author Gavin Doyle of MickeyVisit, along with the rest of the Living By Disney team, and giving a full review and our honest thoughts on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. We got an exclusive first look at the newly reimagined Country Bear Jamboree and our must-have merch that will be available when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens. We’ll also share our experience at a special cast celebration before the park opened.Plus, we discuss the new Encanto Sing-Along and give our honest opinions on EPCOT’s CommuniCore Hall. This video is packed with insider insights and expert opinions, so don’t miss it!

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4 (easy!) Steps to Plan the Perfect Disney World Trip Jun 12, 2024

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Want to simplify the process of planning your visit to Disney World? Vacation strategies have changed a lot in the last few years but in today’s show Serena will share for the first time her newly revised 4-step process to simplifying the process. 4-3-2-1 to the perfect Disney World vacation! If you want to book your next Disney World or other Disney vacation check out our partners at MickeyTravels! You can find them here: https://mickeytravels.com/get-a-quoteThey have an incredible team of agents who would love to help you with your planning!

What’s NEW for Summer 2024 at Disney World Jun 04, 2024

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Disney's new drone show is a huge hit! But it's also gotten huge crowds. In today's show, we'll talk about why the show is worth seeing, and what's working now to avoid those crowds. We'll also have kids review the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, tell you about Disney's summer glow party, and give you a full rundown of everything new debuting in the next few months. If you want to book your next Disney World or other Disney vacation check out our partners at MickeyTravels! You can find them here: https://mickeytravels.com/get-a-quoteThey have an incredible team of agents who would love to help you with your planning!

Disney Cruise or Disney World? Which vacation is best for YOU? May 28, 2024

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Looking to book a Disney trip but trying to decide between Disney Cruise Line or a visit to Disney World's theme parks? In today's episode of the Living by Disney podcast Serena and Louisa will take you through a true comparison of the pros and cons of each type of Disney vacation. You'll be able to see which one fits you best!

If you want to learn more about Disney Cruise Line check out our video Disney Fantasy Cruise SECRETS! 30 Pro Tips Before You GoRemember to book your trips with MickeyTravels! They can book any type of Disney vacation. Serena uses them to book all her vacations.

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