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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 248: Country Bears, Moana Show & Festival of the Arts Food Jan 15, 2024

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The guys are joined by guest host Blake to answer listener questions on topics including choosing a Candlelight Processional narrator, celebrities at WDW, what the guys are looking forward to in 2024 and best one bedroom DVC rooms. Country Bears is closing later in January to make way for a new show. A new Moana stage show was announced for the upcoming Disney Treasure cruise ship. Damon talks about port adventures at the new DCL private island. The guys go through all the food at the EPCOT Festival of the Arts.

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Episode 247: New DVC Lounge, Disney in 2024 & Free Dining Jan 08, 2024

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The guys speculate on the location of the new DVC lounge that will start construction this year. New details have been released about the Ft. Wilderness Cabins including contract end date, pet policies, and predictions on potential points per night. DVC may be introducing a new trust product in the near future. Disney highlighted things to be excited about in the coming year including Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opening, new Star Tours scenes, Pixar Fest, new hotels, and much anticipated policy changes for park hopping and park reservations. Disney+ subscribers are being offered a free dining plan at WDW in 2024. The guys discuss a new Duke Weaselton animatronic and the new Figment popcorn bucket.

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Episode 246: Cabins at Ft. Wilderness, Holiday Gifts & Zootopia Food Dec 18, 2023

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The guys answer a listener's question about the best holiday decorations at Disney. New details about the Cabins at Fort Wilderness have been revealed including layout, sleeping configuration and amenities. DVC is set to raise direct prices early next year. The guys review Disney’s holiday gift guide. runDisney revealed their medals for upcoming races. With Zootopia land opening at Shanghai Disney, Disney gave a preview of food coming to the land.

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Episode 245: Poly Tower, H2O & World Celebration Dec 11, 2023

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The guys are joined by friend of the show Brian from DCL Duo. DVC has confirmed that the new Polynesian DVC tower will be part of the existing condominium association. Disney announced that H2O bath products will continue to be offered at Disney resorts and on Disney Cruises after the manufacturer announced it was closing earlier this year. DVC gave a new look at the inside of the upcoming DVC Fort Wilderness Cabins. The guys discuss the opening of World Celebration at EPCOT and the debut of the new nighttime show, Luminous. Cruise Critic named both Adventures by Disney and Disney Cruise Line as “Best for Families” in its river cruise and ocean cruise categories. Disneyland announced the dates of all their major events for 2024. The guys discuss the new Storyliving neighborhood coming to North Carolina.

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Episode 244: Tom's Trip Report, Walt Statue & Hatbox Ghost Dec 04, 2023

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Tom is back from his trip to Florida and discusses the details of his trip to Magic Kingdom and Legoland. DVC is giving out a new holiday themed MagicBand slider. There is a new incentive on direct DVC contracts for Riviera and Saratoga. Years after its announcement, the ‘Walt the Dreamer’ statue will debut soon at World Celebration in EPCOT. The Hatbox Ghost has finally appeared at the Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom. The guys discuss a new mug available at Trader Sam’s in Disneyland. The head of Disney Parks teases ‘Dinosaur’ being replaced by ‘Indiana Jones’ at Animal Kingdom.

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Episode 243: After Hours, Figment & Holiday Performer Lineup Nov 20, 2023

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On This Episode

The guys discuss a new discount at ShopDisney for DVC Members. Disney After Hours tickets are now on sale and DVC members get a significant discount. New details have been revealed for the upcoming EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Disney showed off a new animatronic that interacts with guests at World of Frozen. The performer lineup has been revealed for the holiday TV specials filmed at the parks. The guys briefly discuss holiday food coming to EPCOT and Disneyland.

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Episode 242: DVC Resale Market, Drones & Gingerbread Houses Nov 06, 2023

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The guys welcome Derek from DVC Resale Market to give an update on the state of the resale market, new promotions, and the cruise swap program. The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort have sold out for the second time. Disney’s Live Entertainment, Parades and Spectaculars Executive said in an interview that drones are coming to the parks. With ‘Luminous The Symphony of Us’ debuting in less than a month at EPCOT, Disney gave a preview of the soundtrack for this new show. The Gingerbread Houses are returning to Disney hotels for the holidays. The holiday season is just getting started at Disney Parks and the guys give a preview of a few food items coming to the parks.

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DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
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Monera Financial - #1 in DVC Financing
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Episode 241: New DVC Events, Haunted Mansion Bar & Dining Rumor Oct 30, 2023

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On This Episode

The guys answer listener questions about their favorite transportation methods at WDW and if they use the podcast to get extra Disney magic. DVC will host exclusive performances of Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. Moonlight Magic dates for 2024 have been announced. Opening dates have been announced for the new Adventureland Treehouse at Disneyland and Zootopia at Shanghai Disney Resort. Disney After Hours will return to WDW in 2024. Disney has revealed details about the Haunted Mansion themed bar coming to the Disney Treasure. The guys discuss a rumor about changes coming to the dining reservation system at WDW. A new bar is opening at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel and the guys talk briefly about food.

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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 240: Gargoyles Reboot, Blizzard Beach Reopening & Muppets Oct 23, 2023

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The guys discuss the future of Welcome Home Podcast along with a listener question about what ride from another Disney park you'd bring to WDW. Damon has finally made a decision about his vacation plans for next year. Gargoyles is being rebooted into a live action show for Disney Plus. Blizzard Beach will reopen in November with some new options. Disney shared more details about the upcoming Muppet show coming to Disney Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios. A new Walt Disney and Mickey Statue is coming to Hong Kong Disneyland.

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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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Episode 239: Moonlight Magic, Park Hopper Restrictions & New Merch Oct 16, 2023

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including the future of Disney+ and whether Damon will ever sell his DVC contracts. DVC has applied for a timeshare license to sell contracts at the upcoming DVC Fort Wilderness Cabins. A new Moonlight Magic date has been added at Animal Kingdom for December. Disney announced that park hopper restrictions at WDW will be lifted in January 2024. The guys discuss recently released Disney100 merchandise. New murals are being painted at the entrance of the upcoming Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. New ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ merch is being released. The guys discuss new food coming to Animal Kingdom and World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland.

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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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