D23

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Episode Description

Disney made a LOT of theme park (and cruise!) announcements at D23 last week. Leslie and Joe break down the six things they are most excited about and also touch on what else is coming. Exciting time to be a parks fan - though we wish some of this stuff would come sooner!

What D23 announcement excited you the most? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

3:07 - New Avengers Campus attractions

6:00 - Monstropolis

10:26 - FOUR new Disney Cruise ships?

15:24 - Coco attraction coming to California Adventure

18:37 - Villains Land coming to Magic Kingdom!

22:03 - Tropical Americas

24:45 - Other Disney World announcements

29:05 - Disneyland updates

31:14 - Other Disney parks updates (global)

33:39 - Disney dos and don’ts

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Classic DCL Ships

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Episode Description

After a quick recap of his experience on the Disney Magic and visiting Lookout Cay, Joe and Leslie discuss the pros and cons of the classic Disney cruise ships, the Disney Wonder and the Disney Magic. What are reasons you may want to consider the older ships over the shiny new ones and where do they fall short? We have a fun chat about that while singing the praises of Lookout Cay!

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

2:15 - Lookout Cay and Joe’s Disney Magic trip report

13:07 - Reasons to check out the classic ships: smaller and less crowded

14:57 - Better adult areas

16:28 - Better destinations

18:09 - Reasons to avoid the classic ships: older and a bit worn down

20:09 - Small family/kid pools

22:29 - Motion sickness

26:07 - Disney dos and don’ts

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Disney in Summer

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Episode Description

Joe’s back from a quick summer trip and he got to try Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! After a mini-trip report, Joe and Leslie discuss why summer is starting to move up Disney Deciphered’s times to visit rankings. Low crowds, low prices, and more - we discuss all the reasons you may want to plan a Disney summer trip despite the heat.

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

2:33 - Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

6:33 - Beaches and Cream

10:21 - Hollywood and Vine

11:04 - Brightline

14:14 - Lower crowds and lines in the summer

15:54 - Pools are better in the summer?

17:46 - Prices are lower in the summer?

19:13 - More daylight in the summer

22:08 - More newcomers in the summer

27:16 - Summer vacation

28:20 - Disney dos and don’ts

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Lookout Cay

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Episode Description

Brian and Sam from the amazing DCL Duo (you can also follow on Twitter, Youtube, or Instagram) podcast join us to talk about Disney Cruise Line’s new private island destination - Lookout Cay! Is it better than Castaway? Is the long pier as bad as everyone says? Has the fly situation been worked out? We discuss all the pros and cons of the new island and why Lookout Cay is not to be missed!

Are you looking forward to visiting Lookout Cay? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

7:03 - What is Lookout Cay?

12:22 - Lookout vs. Castaway, Part I

20:06 - Are flies still an issue?

29:24 - Food

31:32 - Island activities, Lookout vs. Castaway Part II

37:14 - Cabanas

43:14 - Who should visit Lookout Cay?

46:36 - Disney dos and don’ts

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Goodbye Genie+

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Episode Description

“We fear change” - Wayne Campbell

With Lightning Lane Multipass (™) set to go live next week, Leslie and Joe discuss all the things they are going to miss about Genie+. While we’re excited for the new system, there are definitely aspects of Genie+ that we’re going to miss. Along the way we have some mild speculation about the new system and can’t stop ourselves from starting to theorycraft a little bit - we’re looking forward to trying it out!

Are you going to miss Genie+ or is it a good riddance for you? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

4:48 - Not having a set plan

7:37 - Pricing (?)

8:49 - Sleeping in

9:41- Pricing

11:34 - Character meet and greets

14:53 - Lack of attraction tiers

18:44 - Day to day flexibility

21:46 - Afternoon stacking

23:06 - Understanding the system

24:31 - Disney dos and don’ts

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DAS at WDW

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Episode Description

Becca Robins from This Crazy Adventure Called Life returns to discuss her experience using DAS for her family at Walt Disney World. She ran into some problems but it ultimately worked out, but is that the case for everyone? Hear her personal experience and her thoughts on the new system overall and whether it’s adequately accommodating families who need it.

How has your experience with the new DAS system been? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

2:51 - Changes to DAS (Disability Access Service) at the Disney parks

6:25 - DAS preapproval process

13:53 - Experience using DAS in the parks

24:07 - Is the new system adequate for those who need accommodations?

29:24 - Disney dos and don’ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

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Listener Questions

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Episode Description

Listener questions! Our Patreon subscribers asked us a bunch of questions and we have a bunch of answers. What country would we love to see in World Showcase? What are our favorite rides? And what do we tell our kids about why we go to Disney all the time? All this and more in a fun episode!

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

2:03 - What country do we want to see in World Showcase?

4:34 - Where do we start in Magic Kingdom?

6:27 - Best quick service restaurants?

8:45 - Our dream Adventures by Disney trips?

13:20 - Best non character breakfasts?

15:48 - Favorite rides by park?

21:00 - What could Disney announce that would get us most excited?

24:55 - Disney travel trends?

27:51 - What do you tell your kids when you go to Disney all the time?

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

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Fantasy Springs

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Episode Description

Shawn Coomer from Miles to Memories and 20 Minute Travel visited the brand new Fantasy Springs expansion at Tokyo Disney Sea on opening day! We talk the new attractions, why the new land is better than anything that has happened Stateside for years, and his experience dealing with day one crowds. Plus, how to minimize your time in line and details that can’t be missed. Want to see some of Shawn’s video - check out the Youtube version!

Are you excited about Fantasy Springs? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

4:08 - Fantasy Springs introduction and overview

11:02 - How to enter Fantasy Springs

15:23 - Fantasy Springs attractions

19:14 - Peter Pan’s Neverland Adventure

21:54 - Eating at Fantasy Springs

25:24 - Fantasy Springs Hotel

27:20 - Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Adventure

33:13 - What’s Disney’s best ride worldwide?

38:08 - Final Fantasy Springs tips

42:59 - Disney dos and don’ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

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