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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 210: DVC Advice, Disney After Hours & Encanto Rumor Feb 27, 2023

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On This Episode

The guys answer listener questions on topics including choosing a DVC use year, Skyliner DVC resorts, DVC skeptics, and buying your first DVC contract. DVC gave a first look at rooms in the upcoming Villas at Disneyland Hotel and announced that booking will begin soon. The Disney After Hours events have added more dates and events at a new park, EPCOT. The fake Captain America musical from the Marvel show “Hawkeye” is coming to Disney’s California Adventure Park. The guys discuss a rumor that Mirabel from “Encanto” will replace the meet and greet with Merida from “Brave” in Magic Kingdom later this year. Narcoossee’s is returning in April with a new menu. The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is returning soon and the guys review the food coming to the festival.

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Episode 209: One Time Use Points, Oswald & Disneyland After Dark Feb 20, 2023

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including preparing for a Disney trip, best Disney bird, what the guys would change in the parks, annual passes, and what to do with DVC points after moving to Orlando. DVC has increased the price of one time use points. Disney has cast Zach Galifianakis in the upcoming live action “Lilo & Stitch'' movie coming to Disney Plus. The guys discuss a video of Muppets Gonzo and Walter riding Journey Into Imagination. The Akoya Pearls experience in the Japan pavilion at EPCOT has reopened. Oswald the Lucky Rabbit has his own merchandise collection as part of the Disney100 celebration. Disneyland After Dark added two themed events this year including a “Throwback Nite” and “Star Wars Nite”.

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Episode 208: DVC Resale Market, Rescue Rangers & Frozen Feb 13, 2023

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Derek from DVC Resale Market joins the guys and answers questions on DVC topics including speculation on the new Polynesian Tower DVC association, ROFR, Resale vs. Direct, and predicting opening prices for the Polynesian Tower and Disneyland Tower. The guys answer a listener's question on whether they are theme park people or Disney people. A Chip ‘N Dale Rescue Rangers character meet and greet is coming to Hollywood Studios. Disney recently had an earnings call and revealed some future plans for the parks and movies. Disney Illusion Island, a New Mickey & Friends game, gets a release date. Disney announced that more frequent housekeeping is returning to the resort hotels. Hong Kong Disneyland gave a preview of their upcoming Frozen themed land including an advanced Elsa animatronic.

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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
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Episode 207: Garden Rocks, Bayou Adventure & Hercules Musical Feb 06, 2023

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including Magic Kingdom advice, what the guys are looking forward to this year, attractions to bring back, best Disney vacation decisions and worst vacation decisions. Garden Rocks is returning for the 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival and the guys discuss the artist lineup. Disney revealed new details about the storyline for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. TRON Lightcycle / Run is opening soon at WDW and Disney gave a preview of the canopy lit up at night. PhotoPass Photographers have new green uniforms. Valentine’s Day is almost here and with it comes limited time treats at the parks. The guys discuss a rumor that a Hercules Musical is coming to the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure.

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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 206: TRON, Disney100 Merch & Roundup Rodeo BBQ Jan 30, 2023

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including photo storage, a trip to Hilton Head, renting DVC points, roller coaster theming, Fab 5 wingmen, and Galactic Starcruiser IP change. The guys discuss the queue at Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disneyland which features parodies of classic film posters. Disney released new information about the opening of TRON including virtual queue, Lightning Lane, free lockers, and PhotoPass. As of part of their recycling program, Disney is now turning used glass bottles into sand to be used around the resort. The new Disney100 The Eras Collection is debuting with new merchandise celebrating the 100th anniversary of the company. Disney has revealed the menu for Roundup Rodeo BBQ and special food items for Black History Month.

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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
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Episode 205: Muppet Ride, Enchanted Tales & 100th Anniversary Food Jan 23, 2023

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including replacing one ride’s animatronics with Muppets, printing Disney plans, pre-trip haircuts, how 2023 is going so far, bad co-workers, and tips for a first Disney trip in 10 years. Damon addresses a bad review. Disney Cruise Line announced a new fireworks show, new entertainment, family activities, menu items, and themed merchandise to celebrate its 25th Anniversary. Enchanted Tales with Belle and Ariel’s Grotto Character experience are returning soon to WDW. Disneyland is celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Walt Disney Company with new food and shows debuting this week.

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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 204: Moonlight Magic, Free Parking & Nighttime Shows Jan 16, 2023

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DVC announced the 2023 dates for Moonlight Magic. Operational changes are coming to WDW including the return of free hotel parking, changes to park reservations for Passholders and free attraction photos with Genie+ purchases. Disney finally announced an opening date for TRON Lightcycle / Run. Disneyland Paris unveiled a new Marvel themed nighttime drone show. Disney has announced the return date of Happily Ever After at Magic Kingdom. Harmonious at EPCOT will be retired and replaced temporarily with EPCOT Forever. Disneyland has also announced operational changes including earlier park hopping, more days with lower ticket prices, more opportunities to join Magic Key, and complimentary PhotoPass digital attraction photos. Disney shared concept art and new details about Tiana’s Palace, coming to Disneyland Park later this year.

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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 203: Gravity Falls Attraction, Dining Promo & New Patents Jan 09, 2023

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The guys return from their time off and give an overview of their holidays. The guys answer listener questions about bringing an attraction from an international park to the US parks and waffles shaped like characters. A former Disney Imagineer revealed that he pitched a Gravity Falls attraction for Disneyland. Disney has released a new promotion that gives guests a complimentary Disney Dining Promo Card up to $750. Disney recently patented a head mounted display for Cast Members in character costumes, merchandise that can interact with attractions, and flying robots that are powered by water and air. The guys discuss some of the new menu items for the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. A new preview of the upcoming ‘World of Color – ONE’ show at Disney California Adventure Park was revealed. Disneyland Resort also gave a preview of the upcoming ‘Wondrous Journeys’ show.

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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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Waitlist: Disney Escape Rooms Dec 26, 2022

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On this episode of the Waitlist, the guys design their own Disney themed escape rooms.

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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!

Episode 202: DVC Lounge Updates, Roundup Rodeo BBQ & 100th Anniversary Merch Dec 19, 2022

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including dark rides with the lights on, Christmas food, animal fears, favorite winter soup, and dogs. DVC is hosting a member exclusive treat and photo spot at select Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Parties. The EPCOT DVC lounge has been updated with new furniture and a dedicated photo spot. Disney gave a first look inside the upcoming Roundup Rodeo BBQ at Toy Story Land in Hollywood Studios. Disney released an overview of all the renovations to Disney Hotels that are underway or have been completed recently. To commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the company in 2023, Disney has released a preview of special merchandise available throughout the parks.

Podcast Sponsors

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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