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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!

Latest Episodes:

Waitlist: Donald Duck Attraction Oct 03, 2022

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On this episode of the Waitlist, the guys come up with their own concept for an attraction featuring Donald Duck.

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Episode 193: Glasses Free VR Patent, EPCOT 40th Anniversary & MagicBand+ Sep 26, 2022

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The guys welcome Andy Berry from DVC Resale Market to the show to answer listener questions on topics including current DVC promotions, instant sale program, resale prices, speculation on the new Polynesian resort, current DVC trends, 3 bedroom resort suggestions, a new ride for Alien Encounter, and Disney collectables. Disney filed a patent for a glasses free VR attraction. EPCOT is celebrating its upcoming 40th Anniversary with special food items and exclusive merchandise. MagicBand+ is debuting at Disneyland this fall with new features and experiences including park access, Lightning Lane check-in, and Star Wars: Batuu Bounty Hunters.

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DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
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Episode 192: WDW Concept Lands, Disney Metaverse & Halloween Food Sep 19, 2022

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including Riviera resale, creating a magic carpet themed ride, being a planDisney panelist, the concept lands announced at D23, and ironing clothes. DVC announced that they have dissolved the Concierge Collection and expanded their relationship with Interval International to include access to hundreds of additional hotels. The guys discuss all the video game announcements from D23 and a new version of Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge. Disney CEO Bob Chapek discussed plans for the Disney Metaverse in a recent interview. Limited time Halloween food is coming to the parks over the next few weeks and the guys review the new items.

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DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
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Episode 191: The D23 Show Sep 12, 2022

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The guys discuss the TV show, movie, and video game announcements from D23. They also discuss the announcements from “A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products” which includes the return of Happily Ever After, a new Mandalorian and Grogu character experience, a meet and greet with the Incredible Hulk, a new E-Ticket attraction for Avengers Campus, more details on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, opening seasons for several EPCOT projects, a new nighttime show at EPCOT, a new Figment meet and greet, the Hatbox Ghost coming to WDW, TRON Lightcycle / Run opening season, a new Disney Cruise Line ship, a new Duffy show, and potential new lands at Walt Disney World.

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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 190: New DVC Lounge, Disney Prime & Halloween Updates Sep 05, 2022

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including best nighttime show soundtrack, D23 speculation, the best time to be a DVC owner, a Snakes on a Plane attraction, and a Carousel of Progress redesign. Disney announced that a new DVC lounge will open at Disneyland in 2023. Cultural Representatives are beginning to return to the World Showcase at EPCOT. Disney is exploring offering a subscription membership service similar to Amazon Prime. Disney announced that cast rehearsals have begun for “Fantasmic!”, signaling an imminent return. Disney adds Haunted Mansion and Pirate Voices to TikTok’s Text-To-Speech feature. Fall celebrations have returned to Disneyland including the Nightmare Before Christmas overlay at the Haunted Mansion. The guys discuss Halloween themed food at 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
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Episode 189: H2O+ Closing, More Journey of Water & Park Reservation Changes Aug 29, 2022

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including designing the next trackless ride, family Disney trips, and night time shows. Disney Cruise Line is offering a discount on select cruises for DVC members at the end of the year. Disney’s official skincare sponsor and guest favorite company, H2O+, announced they are closing their business. More details and photos of the upcoming Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana Attraction at EPCOT were released by Disney. Changes to the park reservation system have rolled out including the ability to modify reservations instead of canceling. WDW Annual Passholder’s merchandise discount will increase for a limited time in late September. The Disneyland app has added the ability to complement cast members within the app.

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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 188: DVC Resale Market, Disneyland DVC Tower Updates & Tours Returning Aug 22, 2022

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The guys welcome Derek & Marissa from DVC Resale Market back to the show to cover topics including trends in the resale market, Top of the World, the point swap program, best resort to buy or sell, and coffee. A timeshare license has been issued to DVC for the new Disneyland DVC Tower giving more details about the size and timeline of the project. Several popular tours are returning to EPCOT in October including Behind the Seeds and DiveQuest. Imagineer Zach Riddley shared a behind the scenes look at the construction of the upcoming Journey of Water attraction at EPCOT. Disney debuted new themed magic shots for Disney PhotoPass users at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Disneyland is now allowing current Magic Key members to renew their passes.

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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 187: Damon's Trip Report, Single Rider Lines & D23 Rumors Aug 15, 2022

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Damon returns to the show and gives a report on his recent WDW trip including Moonlight Magic at Typhoon Lagoon, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, new rides, and staying at Old Key West. Disney announced that Max Goof will appear as Powerline in the Boo to You Parade during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. At their recent earnings call, Disney gave some insight into park demand, park reservations and future investments in the parks. Soarin’ at EPCOT is testing a single ride line. With D23 just a few weeks away, the guys discuss rumors that a return date for “Fantasmic!” will be announced at the event along with a long rumored Wreck-It Ralph themed attraction.

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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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Max Goof as Powerline

Episode 186: More Moonlight Magic, Halloween Dessert Party & Holidays at Disneyland Aug 08, 2022

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The guys answer listener questions on topics including what’s missing at WDW, MagicBand+, favorite Disney coaster, WDW with a one year old, a Welcome Home cruise, hosting a D23 panel and visiting all 4 parks in one day. DVC announced another last minute Moonlight Magic event at Typhoon Lagoon. Disney revealed pricing for this year’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party. With school starting again soon, Disney released a list of their best back to school essentials. The Halloween season is starting at WDW and Disney released a foodie guide to all the Halloween themed food coming to the parks. Disneyland Resort announced all of the activities returning for the holidays this year.

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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Episode 185: D23 Preview, Journey of Water & BoardWalk Deli Menu Aug 01, 2022

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On this Episode

The guys answer listener questions on topics including DVC for value resorts, Disney Parks time travel, split stays with young children, favorite park merchandise, and Disney+ passwords. Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro will present the latest updates on projects in development at parks around the world at the upcoming D23 Expo in September in a presentation called “A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products”. Imagineer Zach Riddley posted a photo that represents the graphic style that will be used for the upcoming Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana attraction coming to EPCOT. Disney revealed menu items for the upcoming BoardWalk Deli.

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!