11 episodes

Welcome to Wishful Thinking! We are Elizabeth and Rachel. Two theme park loving friends and travel planners. Each week, we will discuss the latest theme park news from Disney and Universal, as well as do a deep dive into other parks related topics. We hope you'll follow along with us!

Wishful Thinking Wishful Wanderings Travel

    • Leisure

Welcome to Wishful Thinking! We are Elizabeth and Rachel. Two theme park loving friends and travel planners. Each week, we will discuss the latest theme park news from Disney and Universal, as well as do a deep dive into other parks related topics. We hope you'll follow along with us!

    The World's Most Magical Celebration!

    The World's Most Magical Celebration!

    The 50th Anniversary celebration at Walt Disney World is in full swing! This week, we are giving you all the details about what's new and special for the World's Most Magical Celebration. Topics Include: 

    -The 50 Golden Statues

    -Live entertainment is returning slowly but surely

    -Food, food, and did we mention FOOD?!

    -Galactic Starcruiser bookings and info

    -New Attractions recently opened or opening during the celebration



    *Elizabeth's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Etienne Travels

    -Instagram: @lizetiennetravels

    *Rachel's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Travels with RFamily Magic

    -Instagram: @rfamilymagic

    *Interested in booking a trip to Disney or Universal? Submit a quote request HERE!

    *To find out all about Wishful Wanderings Travel, click Here!

    • 51 min
    Halloween Horror Nights with Cristen!

    Halloween Horror Nights with Cristen!

    This week in news:

    -Walt Disney World is turning 50! : A sneak peak at what's to come, plus new food items.

    -The Confectionery reopens with a new look and new offerings

    -New and returning live entertainment offerings 



    MAIN SEGMENT

    This week we are THRILLED to welcome fellow Wishful Wanderings Travel "imagineer", Cristen Tilden! Cristen just recently returned from a trip to Orlando and attend Universal's Halloween Horror Nights as part of her trip. She is giving us all the details about this amazing event, including her most-dos, favorite food, and who she recommends attends this event. It's gonna get SPOOKY!!



    *Elizabeth's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Etienne Travels

    -Instagram: @lizetiennetravels

    *Rachel's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Travels with RFamily Magic

    -Instagram: @rfamilymagic

    *Interested in booking a trip to Disney or Universal? Submit a quote request HERE!

    *To find out all about Wishful Wanderings Travel, click Here!

    • 47 min
    Resort Series Part 5: Deluxe Villas

    Resort Series Part 5: Deluxe Villas

    This week in Theme Park News:

    -An update on no boarding groups for Rise of the Resistance: Trends we are seeing, and our strategy tips.

    -Remy Virtual Queue

    -DCL Testing update

    -Reopening news for Walt Disney World dining

    -Electrical Water Pageant!



    MAIN SEGMENT! -Part 5 of our Resort Series features the Disney Deluxe Villas. If you have a large family these accommodations may be perfect for you. Listen for all the details on each of these resorts, plus our top picks in this category!



    *Elizabeth's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Etienne Travels

    -Instagram: @lizetiennetravels

    *Rachel's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Travels with RFamily Magic

    -Instagram: @rfamilymagic

    *Interested in booking a trip to Disney or Universal? Submit a quote request HERE!

    *To find out all about Wishful Wanderings Travel, click Here!

    • 50 min
    News, News, and More News!

    News, News, and More News!

    Disney dropped a TON of news this week so we are devoting the whole episode to it! Delivering all the info we have, plus our thoughts on each story. Highlights include:

    -A reimagined “Finding Nemo: The Musical”

    -Fireworks preferred viewing opportunities at both Magic Kingdom and Epcot

    -Candlelight Processional is returning!

    -Steakhouse 71

    -No more boarding groups for Rise of the Resistance?!?!



    *Elizabeth's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Etienne Travels

    -Instagram: @lizetiennetravels

    *Rachel's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Travels with RFamily Magic

    -Instagram: @rfamilymagic

    *Interested in booking a trip to Disney or Universal? Submit a quote request HERE!

    *To find out all about Wishful Wanderings Travel, click Here!

    • 42 min
    Resort Series Part 4: Deluxe Resorts

    Resort Series Part 4: Deluxe Resorts

    This week in theme park news:

      -Elizabeth just got back from Walt Disney World! She gives her thoughts on Boo Bash, as well as favorite dishes from Food and Wine Festival.

      -Lots of new things opening soon at Epcot! Space 220, Creations Shop, Club Cool, and Ratatouille Adventure!

      -We have more info on the new Magic Kingdom fireworks show, "Enchantment"!



    Main Segment: Disney Deluxe Resorts: What are the resorts in this category? What makes them special? Are they worth the higher price tag? How do I pick the right one for my family? You've got questions, we've got answers!



    *Elizabeth's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Etienne Travels

    -Instagram: @lizetiennetravels

    *Rachel's Social Media:

    -Facebook: Travels with RFamily Magic

    -Instagram: @rfamilymagic

    *Interested in booking a trip to Disney or Universal? Submit a quote request HERE!

    *To find out all about Wishful Wanderings Travel, click Here!

    • 56 min
    Cruise Recap with Heather B + Disney Moderate Resorts Breakdown

    Cruise Recap with Heather B + Disney Moderate Resorts Breakdown

    -Our Fellow Wishful Wanderings Travel planner, Heather B, just got back from a Disney Cruise!! She breaks it all down for us, including what is new about cruising in 2021, what you need to know about vaccines and testing for Covid, and much more!

    -Our resort series continues with the Disney Moderate resorts! We are giving all the details about what we love about these resorts, what sets them apart, what makes them a notch above the value resorts, plus our top picks in this category.

    *Elizabeth's Social Media: 

        -Facebook: Etienne Travels

        -Instagram: @lizetiennetravels

    *Rachel's Social Media:

        -Facebook: Travels with RFamily Magic

        -Instagram: @rfamilymagic

    *Interested in booking a trip to Disney or Universal? Submit a quote request HERE!

    *To find out all about Wishful Wanderings Travel, click Here!

    • 44 min

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