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Welcome Home: A Disney Parks & DVC Podcast

A Disney Parks & Vacation Club Podcast. Tom and Trevor are Disney enthusiasts who can’t stop talking about anything and everything Disney. On Welcome Home, they talk about everything related to Walt Disney World, Disneyland and Disney Vacation Club (DVC). As DVC Owners and Disney Parks enthusiasts, the guys have extensive knowledge of everything Disney and Disney Vacation Club. Let Welcome Home help you and your family be more knowledgeable about Disney!

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Episode 258: Joe Rohde Returns, New Buses & Tiana's Bayou Adventure Rumor Apr 01, 2024

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The guys discuss a rumor that DVC will be handing out gift cards for tours. Joe Rohde returns to Walt Disney Imagineering. Disney announced they are adding new buses to their fleet with better accessibility options. New critters are coming to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and the guys discuss a rumor that the concept art contains an easter egg about the attraction's opening date. The guys talk about the new Pixar merch coming to Disneyland. New food is coming to WDW and Disneyland for Earth Month and Season of the Force.

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Episode 257: Villains, Drones & New Attraction Rumors Mar 25, 2024

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including weight loss at Disney, Disney Institute, and favorite Disney movie. Cast Member pin trading makes a return in April. Disney Cruise Line announced that their newest ship will be called Disney Destiny and will be themed to heroes and villains. Disney has announced a new drone show debuting this summer at Disney Springs. CommuniCore Plaza and Hall at EPCOT will officially open in June with a new Encanto show. A recently filed permit for Animal Kingdom suggests that some new construct projects may be starting soon. The guys discuss a rumor that Test Track will close at the end of July for a year long re-theme that was announced at the last D23. Disneyland announced 2 new shops inspired by ‘The Princess and the Frog’.

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Episode 256: Disney Cruise News, Mandalorian Coaster & DisneylandForward Mar 18, 2024

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including booking dining reservations for large groups, splitting meals, and live action remakes. Details of the 2025 DVC Member cruise have been announced. Disney gave an update on the construction of Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and revealed some of the park inspired merchandise that will be available on the Disney Treasure. To celebrate the limited return of Soarin’ Over California, Chief Flight Attendant Patrick Warburton made a surprise visit to the attraction. The guys recklessly speculate about a rumor that a Mandalorian themed roller coaster will be announced for Disneyland Paris. Disney’s plans to expand Disneyland Resort, called DisneylandForward, took an important step forward. In this week’s edition of food talk, Tom & Trevor discuss Easter themed food coming to the resorts.

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Episode 255: Topiaries, Star Tours Updates & 1900 Park Fare Mar 11, 2024

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including dining at Disneyland, table saving, home resorts, favorite DVC room category, best resort for a pool day, and best extra experience. The topiaries are up at the EPCOT Flower & Garden festival and they include some new effects. Scenes from Ahsoka, Andor and The Mandalorian are being added to Star Tours. Easter egg displays are up all around WDW. 1900 Park Fare is reopening soon and the new menu has been revealed. The guys talk about food at Hong Kong Disneyland.

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Episode 254: DVC Lounge, Water Park Perk & Festival Food Mar 04, 2024

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The winner of the 250th episode contest is announced. The guys answer a listener question about which Disney character would be the best driving instructor. DVC has announced the opening of a new Welcome Center at Disney Springs along with a new member lounge. Disney is selling the old cabins that are being replaced at Fort Wilderness. Starting in 2025, guests at WDW resorts will receive free admission into one of WDW’s Water Parks on the day of check in. Legendary Imagineer Rolly Crump is being honored with a statue on the newest Disney Cruise ship. The guys talk about food at both the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival and Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival.

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DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
DVC Rental Store - Largest and fastest-growing Disney Vacation Club rental service in the US
Monera Financial - #1 in DVC Financing
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Episode 253: Trevor's Trip Report & Tiana's Bayou Adventure Feb 26, 2024

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Trevor is back from his recent WDW trip and gives a full trip report. Tom gives a bonus trip report from his trip to the mountains. Disney announced an opening date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and gave a preview of the audio-animatronics figures that will be featured in the attraction.

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Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

Episode 252: DVC Pin, Earnings Recap & 1900 Park Fare Feb 12, 2024

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The guys are joined by guest hosts Blake and Becky. DVC has a new membership extra pin. DVC announced a limited time “Meet & Treat” event in February. Disney’s recent earnings report brought several announcements including movie release dates, an investment in Epic Games and more details about future parks investments. 1900 Park Fare is reopening at Grand Floridian after being closed for the past 4 years.

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DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
DVC Rental Store - Largest and fastest-growing Disney Vacation Club rental service in the US
Monera Financial - #1 in DVC Financing
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Episode 251: DVC Resale, Trevor's Trip Preview & Pixar Place Hotel Feb 05, 2024

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The guys are joined by Dani from DVC Resale Market to discuss current promotions, the state of the resale market, ROFR, Ft. Wilderness Cabins, DVC trust, and how direct price increases will impact the resale market. Trevor will be at WDW next week and gives a preview of his trip. With World Celebration opening in EPCOT, Disney is debuting a new wedding venue option. Pixar Place hotel has opened at Disneyland and the guys discuss the new resort.

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DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
DVC Rental Store - Largest and fastest-growing Disney Vacation Club rental service in the US
Monera Financial - #1 in DVC Financing
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Episode 250: 250th Episode Celebration & BoardWalk Refurb Jan 29, 2024

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The guys celebrate their 250th episode by answering listener questions on topics including using technology at Disney, options for multi-family stays, going to conventions, a Disney character Royal Rumble, Animal Kingdom Lodge transportation options, DVC contract expiration, and larger Disney clothing sizes. Disney's BoardWalk Villas are undergoing refurbishment and the guys take a first look at the new design. The guys announce a new contest for listeners.

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DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
DVC Rental Store - Largest and fastest-growing Disney Vacation Club rental service in the US
Monera Financial - #1 in DVC Financing
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Refurbished BoardWalk Rooms

Episode 249: Flower & Garden Preview, HoloTile & Valentine's Food Jan 22, 2024

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The guys answer listener questions about Disney video games and their relationship outside of the podcast. The point charts have been released for the new Ft. Wilderness DVC Cabins along with the opening date and sale date. Walt Disney Imagineering shows off their “HoloTile” moving floor technology. Disney gave a preview of some details from the upcoming EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. The guys review some very bright looking new merch. A long-time Imagineer is inducted into the Inventors Hall of Fame. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and Disney has released limited time food to celebrate.

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DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
DVC Rental Store - Largest and fastest-growing Disney Vacation Club rental service in the US
Monera Financial - #1 in DVC Financing
Welcome Home Patreon - Support the Show through Patreon and get exclusive perks!

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