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I strongly believe Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disney Sea are two of the best theme parks in the entire world...but they ain't perfect! And since so many of you are planning trips to Tokyo Disney, I wanna make sure you are prepared for *everything*, beyond just tips and tricks!
So! From highlights to lowlights, this week we're getting into ALL things Tokyo Disney. The reasons they're so special, the advice you NEED to know before visiting, but also, how to avoid some of the difficulties and pitfalls that come with visiting there!
(Consider it: A Tokyo Disney guide for Disney World and Disneyland people!)
Again, a fantastic park! But I'd never let a friend go to Tokyo without my most robust advice, and after four trips there, I'm getting into *ALL* of it this week!
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We are doing a play-by-play of my whirlwind trip to Orlando where I crammed in ALL FOUR PARKS (omg) into a two-day trip that already had us doing Disney Cruise Line activities all day. How did I do it? How did I SURVIVE?! tune in to hear about the shenanigans, the secrets and the magic that was made (!) at Magic Kingdom!
(Also i have.... some CONFESSIONS to make about things I used to hate that i now am open to liking sooooooo it's a juicy one!!)
If you've ever wondered how to do a weekend or quick trip to Disney World, this one'll be great for you too!!
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...and if you should book it! We're going deep on Disney Cruise Line's newest cruise ship, which i learned about first-hand on the WACKIEST Disney press trip of my life. (We went on the Disney Wish...to learn about the Destiny?! bananas!)
People regularly ask me, "which Disney Cruise should I go on?" And while there are a LOT of Disney Cruise Line ships — seven in total, once the Destiny launches — learning about its Hercules show, Lion King inspired restaurant and Dr. Strange bar REALLY helped put it into perspective. If you were wondering which Disney cruise to book (new ship! old ship! deciding between the Wish, Treasure and Destiny!), this episode will solve all your problems.
WHEEEEEE!!! i love Disney Cruise Line and i can't wait to tell you more about why ◡̈
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They'll give you expert advice and save you money on one of the (23 and counting!) discounts at Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani and beyond. Save the stress for forcing your family out of bed before rope drop and just book with 'em at: www.mousefantravel.com/amusing
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Umbrellas, sunscreen, chargers? Don't expect to see any of that nonsense in this very theme park specific "what to pack" travel episode. Everyone knows about the basics, but it's the unexpected items I tow along that make my Disney trips easier, reliable and comfortable.
Take it from me, a woman who spent two days thinking about what to bring on her two-day trip to Walt Disney World! From my sleep musts to the random thing I could barely even find a link for, enjoy this peek inside a neurotic theme park journalist's suitcase (which this week, thankfully, was a carry-on!)
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They'll give you expert advice and save you money on one of the (23 and counting!) discounts at Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani and beyond.
Save the stress for forcing your family out of bed before rope drop and just book with 'em for free at: www.mousefantravel.com/amusing
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Very Amusing is your go-to theme park and travel podcast for having fun on vacation, whether it's with theme parks, Disney World, Disneyland, Universal, Shrek, roller coasters, amusement parks, rides, attractions or other shenanigans!
So much Disneyland and Disney World news has *boop* come out and *bloop* disappeared and we gotta TALK about some of this stuff! I counted 32 new things, to be exact?!!???! Because what I lack in accurately counting I make up for in giving you ALL my MANY THOUGHTS on all these rAnDoM bits of Disney Parks news!!!
Truly, there has been so many in the last few weeks that even *i* missed a few! Huge merchandise news?! Disney entertainment reveals?! Disney World ride closures and Disneyland ride upgrades!? Entertainment, parades, show offerings, merchandise and yes, DUFFY — all of it will be discussed this week.
And maybe discuss isn't even the right word...some of these Disney entertainment and park announcements?! Incredible! Love it! Others?! Well...to say i pop off more than once in this episode is an understatement.
Come one, come all, to see the overly passionate woman share her honest thoughts about every change, announcement, news item, store opening, restaurant opening and ride closure coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World this summer!
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it's finally here!!! (even though, as you'll soon hear, i was 100% convinced this episode already existed as it just languished in my documents waiting to be recorded. oopsies!)
This one's got my BEST tips and tricks and hacks for visiting Walt Disney World with infants, babies and toddlers. And I'd know because...I've lived through it all!
This one could truly be a novel, but i streamlined all my Disney transportation thoughts and theme park reminders for you in a convenient little must-know tip list. Easy peasy! Enjoy!
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It's been THREE YEARS since we discussed my favorite Walt Disney World restaurants (!!) And, since I'm gearing up for a super quick trip in April, I wanted to gleefully share my favorite sit-down restaurants across WDW parks and hotels!
Get ready for a bunch of incredible Epcot restaurants, a few sleeper hits and a location you will NOT BELIEVE made the list over so many others...!
Come hungry (and with a snack honestly...there are so many of the best Disney foods ahead!!)
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I just got back from three nights on the Disney Wonder and have sOoO much to share with you! Could a sailing on Disney's second-oldest ship to a bunch of ports I wasn't excited about *really* be one for the memory books?! From my thoughts on Tiana's Place restaurant and sailing out of San Diego to my major Disney Cruise Line critique that could really change the travel experience, tune in to hear all of it!!!
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YES YES YES! I wormed my way into Natural Products Expo West — a massive convention of fun, delicious, salty, sweet, innovative SNACKS — and i'm here to tell you all about it!!!! Including the instant ramen (!) banana bread pecans (!) granola bars (!) and flavored water (!) you'll probably be as obsessed with as I now am!!
Get links to store location information for ALL of my favorite products from Natural Products Expo West right here!: https://www.carlyewisel.com/new-blog/2025/3/11/natural-products-expo-west
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This week we're going deep into ALL The Disney Cruise Line tips, tricks and advice that you'll want to know before sailing. Because of course, there's the basics, but only a friend will tell you about the secret Disney Princess character activity's easy-to-miss 30 day booking window and why you don't need to pack seasickness medicine and the unexpected item you will NEED for your final morning and SO MUCH MORE!
Why this week!? Well, your girl is going on a Disney Cruise and...kind of goofed on everything (oops?!) So, heed her warnings, do as she says and not as she does, and you will be golden. (Seriously. She...made some mistakes lol)
SPEAKING OF -- I forgot to tell you about Future Cruise Onboard Booking Offers in this episode. (See?! The most forgetful trip ever!!!) You'll save 10% by putting a "placeholder" down for future sailings. (And who wouldn't want to do Disney Cruise Line again!?)
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