WDW Beyond The Gates Podcast Gary Arruda and Mike Hurley
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A Walt Disney World podcast focused on food, resorts and general nonsense!
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Episode #532 : Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined by Kristen (AKA Suzie) to discuss Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape. This was their first trip over to Europe and their first ever Adventures By Disney. Is it worth the money or are you better off doing a tour on your own. Have you ever done an Adventures By Disney? If not, where would you want to do one? Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
6:45 Adventures By Disney - Getting off the plane
9:28 Day 1
22:10 Day 2
40:50 Day 3
54:37 Day 4
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Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
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Episode #531 : Mary's Disney Cruise Review
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined by Mary to discuss her recent Caribbean cruise on the Disney Fantasy. We talk about her excursions, days at sea and of course the dining options. What do you like most about Disney Cruise Line? Thanks for listening.
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
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Episode #530: Mike's recent EPCOT visit
In this week's episode Mike discusses his most recent trip to EPCOT. He did the Garden Rocks Dining Package with the Matherson's at Rose and Crown. Is the food there still as good as it's been in the past? More importantly was Starship as good as they were in the past. Finally, Mike saw Luminous for the first time. What were his thoughts? Stay tuned to find out. Thanks for listening.
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
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Episode #529: Is Mike looking forward to his upcoming cruise?
In this week's episode Mike and Gary discuss an upcoming DVC Member Cruise that Mike and Kristen are going on. We'll discuss how this came about, the spa, ports, dining and much more. Is Mike excited about this cruise or is he apprehensive Listen in to find out.
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
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Episode #528: 1900 Park Fare reopening - What You NEED to Know
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined again by Emily, the co-host of the Magic Key Adventures Podcast. Mike and Emily recently dined at the newly reopened 1900 Park Fare inside Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. We'll discuss the 'new' theming, character interactions and take a deep dive into the food offerings. How does is compare to some of the 'gold standard" breakfast locations around property? Listen in to find out.
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
About our Guest
Emily M.
Instagram: emilys_disney_adventures
Podcast: Magic Key Adventures Podcast -
Episode #527: Disneyland fan explores Orlando WDW
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined by Emily, the co-host of the Magic Key Adventures Podcast to discuss her recent visit to the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. As always, the resorts and restaurants were the main focal point of the discussion. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
7:12 Pop Century check-in, The Boathouse and Gideon's
10:30 Animal Kingdom Lodge check-in, Victoria Falls Lounge, Sanaa, La Cava del Tequila
25:00 Garden Rocks Dining Package at Rose and Crown, Topolino's Character Breakfast and Riviera discussion and drinks at Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'
37:09 Old Key West check-in, Gurgling Suitecase, what Emily likes about the Walt Disney World Resort campus
45:17 Wrap-Up
Support the Show
Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
Social media (@wdwbtg)
About our Guest
Emily M.
Instagram: emilys_disney_adventures
Podcast: Magic Key Adventures Podcast