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On the Road with Mickey

We're On the Road with Mickey, your source for travel fun! Come buckle up with us as we explore Disney, Universal, and local and regional destinations on our weekly podcast! We're going to have fun, so come join us and see where our next destination will take us!

  1. HACE 1 DÍA

    On the Road w/Mickey 244 - Don't Waste Your Time - Things to avoid at Disney!

    Episode 244 - Don't Waste Your Time - Things to avoid at Disney! Don't Waste Your Time - Things to avoid at Disney! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 244 and this week our feature topic is Don't Waste Your Time - Things to avoid at Disney! This week, we're talking about things on our list that we don't waste our time over at Disney. What is on your list? Let us know! Here's what we talked about: * Cheddar from the Big Cheese: * Mike: On November 1st, Animal Kingdom Park opened up an all-new morning menu at Satu’li Canteen in Pandora! Some of their breakfast delicacies include Tropical Pandoran Forest Fruits, a refreshing combination of yogurt, muesli, and honey, topped with tropical fruit for a naturally sweet start. If you’re craving a twist on a classic, the Cinnamon French Toast comes drizzled with blueberry cream cheese and passion fruit anglaise, served alongside a savory sausage link for a perfectly balanced bite. For a more savory start, the Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder Potato Hash is loaded with chorizo sausage and paired with a flavorful charred onion sauce that adds a rich, smoky finish. There are other options, but these sound appealing to me! What do you think? * Brenda: We talked about the return of the Gingerbread House at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, but one thing we didn’t mention is that this is the 25th anniversary of the first time this was created at the resort! There are 25 Hidden Mickeys on the structure for you to find to commemorate the anniversary! How many can you find? * Sophie: EPCOT – what we’ve always known, it stands for Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow! During the Christmas season this year, there are two new holiday kitchens in CommuniCore Hall, one of which lets you sample innovative cookie creations and even decorate your own gingerbread triangle! * Connect with us! Here’s how:  * Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com * Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey * Instagram: On the Road with Mickey * Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com * Listener Feedback * Feature Topic: Don’t Waste Your Time: Five things to avoid doing at Disney * Mike: * 1) Astro Orbiter * 2) The Boneyard * 3) Dinosaur * 4) It’s Tough to be a Bug! * 5) Splitsville Luxury Lanes! * Brenda: * 1) Waiting in line at Starbucks or other quick service locations. Use MOBILE Order! * 2) Don’t take shared ride service to the Magic Kingdom! * 3) Waiting in line and then spending 20 - 30 minutes watching a show if you aren’t a show person! * 4) Riding Mission SPACE. * 5) Don’t waste your time trying to stay out of the rain unless there is lightning and thunder. * Sophie: * 1) Don’t bring your child on a scary ride! * 2) Don’t waste your money buying clothes at Disney!

    54 min
  2. 4 NOV

    On the Road w/Mickey 243 - Top Five Relaxing Attractions at Walt Disney World

    Episode 243 - Top Five Relaxing Attractions at Walt Disney World Top Five Relaxing Attractions at Walt Disney World Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 243 and this week our feature topic is our Top Five Relaxing Attractions at Walt Disney World! This week, we're talking about Disney attractions that we find very relaxing. What is on your list? Let us know! Here's what we talked about: * Cheddar from the Big Cheese: * Sophie: Disney World’s Grand Floridian Gingerbread House Construction is Underway! They handed out leftover pieces of gingerbread to guests as they were constructing the house! * Mike: Universal Orlando Resort’s jolly destination-wide holidays celebration returns November 22 through December 31 – featuring Christmas in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas, Universal’s holiday parade featuring Macy’s, and more * Brenda: The Disney Treasure has embarked on its transatlantic journey from Europe to Port Canaveral, it’s home port! She left on October 29th on a 4500 mile adventure that will take two weeks and include a stop in Funchal, Portugal. * Connect with us! Here’s how:  * Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com * Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey * Instagram: On the Road with Mickey * Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com * Feature Topic: Top Five Relaxing Attractions at Walt Disney World * Sophie: * 5) The Haunted Mansion * 4) Reflections of China * 3) The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh * 2) Na’vi River Journey * 1) Disney Skyliner * HM) TTA, Carousel of Progress, Living with the Land, Hall of Presidents, American Adventure * Mike: * 5) Na’vi River Journey * 4) it’s a small world * 3) TTA * 2) Carousel of Progress * 1) WDW Railroad * HM) Spaceship Earth, Peter Pan’s Flight, Mickey’s Philharmagic * Brenda: * 5) Spaceship Earth * 4) Prince Charming Regal Carousel * 3) One Man’s Dream * 2) Carousel of Progress * 1) TTA * HM) it’s a small world, Frozen Sing-a-long * This Day in Disney History for 11/4/2024: * 1995: The Osborne Lights arrive at Walt Disney World property for the very first time. * Stump the Soph! * The Princess and the Frog - Lawrence, James, Ray * A little bit of Walt * “I use the whole plant for ideas. If the janitor has a good idea, I’d use it..” - Walt Disney

    59 min
  3. 28 OCT

    On the Road w/Mickey 242 - Part 2 of Disney Foods that need to return

    Episode 242 - Part 2 of Disney Foods that need to return Part 2 of Disney Foods that need to return Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 242 and this week our feature topic is Part 2 of Disney Foods that need to return. This week, we're talking about Disney foods that you can't find anymore from less than a year ago. How did we do? Well, you're about to find out! Here's what we talked about: * Cheddar from the Big Cheese: * Brenda: Are you looking to go to Walt Disney World in 2025? Well, until now, packages were only available through October – but now, you can do a WDW Package for November and December, 2025! * Sophie: As we talked about last week, EPIC Universe opening date is May 22, 2025! And on October 22nd, the opportunity to secure your reservations opened up! Talk to Aunt Brenda or Daddy and they will be happy to help you navigate this new environment at Universal! * Mike: Lightning Lane Premier Pass – an exclusive to Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa resort guests that is being tried out as a pilot program. It’s a little bit like Universal Express Pass. * Connect with us! Here’s how:  * Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com * Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey * Instagram: On the Road with Mickey * Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com * Feature Topic: Part 2 of Disney Foods that need to return (gone less than a year)! Also, foods that we never want to see go away! * Brenda: * The only one: Nutella Waffle /3 * Carrot Cake Cookie * Ger’s Bread and Butter Pudding at Raglan Road * All the Cupcakes that Disney has ever made or will ever make for all creation! * Cheshire Cat Tail * Sophie: * Food and Wine Festival * Teriyaki Chicken Bao Buns * France Pavilion - Macarons * Sunset Blvd. Mocktail at the Hollywood Brown Derby * The Grey Stuff Cupcake * Regal Eagle - especially the White Cheddar Mac and Cheese! Also the Watermelon * Mike: * Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar * Brownie Ice Cream Sundae at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor * Jumbo Turkey Leg * Hot Dog * The Soft Serve Ice Cream in a Waffle Cone at the Nandapar Food Truck in Animal Kingdom. * This Day in Disney History for 10/28/2024: * 1971: The Dapper Dans of Walt Disney World perform their first show outside of WDW! * Stump the Soph! * The Jungle Book- Raksha, Akela, Colonel Hathi * A little bit of Walt * “Fun and wonder are the important elements, in addition to quality in production and performance, which are most responsible for the success of Disney productions.” - Walt Disney

    56 min
  4. 21 OCT

    On the Road w/Mickey 241 - Part 1 of Disney Foods that need to return

    Episode 241 - Part 1 of Disney Foods that need to return Part 1 of Disney Foods that need to return Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 241 and this week our feature topic is Part 1 of Disney Foods that need to return. This week, we're talking about Disney foods that you can't find anymore from further back in history. Next week we'll be talking about Disney foods that have been gone for less than a year. Here's what we talked about: * Cheddar from the Big Cheese: * Mike: Huge refurbishment news from Disney – Walt Disney World’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will close on January 6, 2025 for a multi-year refurbishment! Look for a reopening sometime in 2026. This is likely part of the process of creating the Cars and Villains Lands. * Sophie: Over at Disneyland, Louis’ Critter Club, the gift shop for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, is set to open on November 13, two days before the opening of the attraction. * Brenda: The narrators and information on dining packages was just dropped for the Candlelight Processional! Dining packages for the shows can be made beginning on October 29th. * Connect with us! Here’s how:  * Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com * Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey * Instagram: On the Road with Mickey * Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com * Feature Topic: Part 1 of Disney Foods that need to return (gone more than a year)! * Brenda: * ‘Ohana’s - Bread Pudding with Bananas Foster Sauce * Whispering Canyon Cafe * House made banana french toast with bananas foster sauce * Cajun Cad’s Chocolate Chip Buttermilk Flapjacks * Smores dessert * Be Our Guest quick service ***for breakfast and lunch * Spirit of Aloha luau - Aloha pulled pork * Bon Voyage Adventure Character Breakfast - Rapunzel and Flynn and Ariel and Eric - Trattoria Al Forno * Sophie: * The Main Street Bakery and it’s wonderful delectables * Montecristo at Disneyland has changed * Mike: * Main Street Bakery, cinnamon rolls not as good at Gaston’s * Garden Grille menu back in the day was better, but my memory escapes me as to what that was, lol. * I miss the characters that used to be at Liberty Tree Tavern – Minnie Mouse and Pluto. * This Day in Disney History for 10/21/2024: * 1911: Disney Legend Mary Blair is born. * Stump the Soph! * The Aristocats * A little bit of Walt * “Ever since the beginning of wisdom, man has been fashioning a brighter light and a stronger glass to help him probe deeper and deeper into the marvels of nature’s secret world. . . Often we can’t explain what we see, but just looking is always a dramatic and thrilling experience....

    54 min
  5. 14 OCT

    On the Road w/Mickey 240 - Which do we like better: DCL or Royal Caribbean?

    Episode 240 - Which do we like better: DCL or Royal Caribbean? Which do we like better: DCL or Royal Caribbean? Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 240 and this week our feature topic is Which do we like better: DCL or Royal Caribbean? In this episode, I'm sharing details on the cruise that my wife and I took on Royal Caribbean's latest ship, the Utopia of the Seas, as well as answering the question of which cruise line we like better! Here's what we talked about: * Cheddar from the Big Cheese: * At the time of recording, the State of Florida is being slammed by Hurricane Milton. Because of that, Cheddar just doesn’t mean as much. As a result, we here at On the Road with Mickey would like to pass along to everyone hearing that we are praying for all of you; we have all experienced storms like this before, and our prayer is for God to surround all of you with His protection now and in the aftermath. * Connect with us! Here’s how:  * Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com * Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey * Instagram: On the Road with Mickey * Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com * Feature Topic: Which do we like better, DCL or Royal Caribbean? * Verdict: Unanimously Disney! * This Day in Disney History for 10/14/2024: * 1971: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Attraction opens. * Stump the Soph! * Treasure Planet * A little bit of Walt * “Every person has his own ideas of the act of praying for God's guidance, tolerance, and mercy to fulfill his duties and responsibilities. My own concept of prayer is not as a plea for special favors nor as a quick palliation for wrongs knowingly committed. A prayer, it seems to me, implies a promise as well as a request; at the highest level, prayer not only is a supplication for strength and guidance, but also becomes an affirmation of life and thus a reverent praise of God.” - Walt Disney * Coming Next Week: 2-Part Series: Disney Foods that need to return!

    1 h y 13 min
  6. 30 SEPT

    On the Road w/Mickey 239 - Getting Ready for our next Cruise — The Utopia of the Seas!

    Episode 239 - Getting Ready for our next Cruise — The Utopia of the Seas! Getting Ready for our next Cruise — The Utopia of the Seas! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 239 and this week our feature topic is Getting Ready for our next Cruise — The Utopia of the Seas! In this episode, I'm sharing details on the cruise that my wife and I are taking on Royal Caribbean's latest ship, the Utopia of the Seas! Here's what we talked about: * Cheddar from the Big Cheese: * Sophie: Coming to Epcot for the holidays – the Behind the Seeds: Glimmering Greenhouses walking tour! This tour, which is a one-hour journey through the greenhouses, just like the regular Behind the Seeds tour, but the greenhouses are all decked out in brilliant holiday lights! It is $45 per person and tours are running from November 29 - December 30 at 6PM and 7PM. The traditional tour will run during the day. * Brenda: Breaking news! Star-Lord is on his way to reunite with his fellow Terrans over at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! * Connect with us! Here’s how:  * Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com * Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey * Instagram: On the Road with Mickey * Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com * Listener Feedback - Lightning Lane * I had an awesome text from my friend Pam, the one that requested this feature topic. She wrote: “Hey Mike! Thanks for the wonderful program about lightning lane etc! It answered all my questions and between Brenda’s excellent comments and yours and Sophie’s questions, I feel much better equipped to use the system now. Thank you all for a job well done!!” * Feature Topic: Getting Ready for our next Cruise — The Utopia of the Seas! * Sail dates, October 4-7. * Sailing out of Port Canaveral, stops in Nassau and Perfect Day at Coco Cay * Stateroom 6318, an Oceanview Room with Balcony on Deck 6 * Traveling with other Pixie agents, excited to see them all! * This Day in Disney History for September 30: * 1928: Steamboat Willie second recording session * Stump the Soph! * Joe, Peg, & Tony from Lady & the Tramp * A little bit of Walt * “To translate the world’s great fairy tales, thrilling legends, stirring folk tales into visual theatrical presentations and to get back warm response of audiences in many lands have been for me an experience and a lifetime satisfaction beyond all value.” - Walt Disney * Coming In Two Weeks: Which do we like better, DCL or Royal Caribbean?

    46 min
  7. 23 SEPT

    On the Road w/Mickey 238 - The ins and outs of Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Single-Pass!

    Episode 238 - The ins and outs of Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Single-Pass! The ins and outs of Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Single-Pass! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 238 and this week our feature topic is The ins and outs of Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Single-Pass! In this episode, Brenda teaches Sophie and I (and all our listeners that don't know) all about the new Lightning Lane system! Here's what we talked about: * Cheddar from the Big Cheese: * Brenda: The Disney Treasure left dock at Meyer Werft shipyard and was guided by tugboat down the Ems River toward open water for the first time! In the coming days, the Treasure will go through its sea trials, which are a series of rigorous tests to make sure she is ready for her transatlantic journey towards Port Canaveral! Take a look at this incredible photo, courtesy of the Disney Parks Blog! * Sophie: We are recording this week on September 19th. I say that because today is International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Ahoy ye mateys!!! * Mike: Over at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe, they have a brand new menu coming out! Disney is labeling it as a “create-your-own” menu concept! So, as an example, you’ll pick a base, such as a steamed tamale, rice bowl, nacho bowl, or a southwest Caesar salad, then you’ll add in one of three proteins. You’ve also got options via ala carte such a burger or plant based option, sides like barbecue-cheddar seasoned french fries, charro beans, and other options. Best news of all is that some of the fan favorites from before are still available, like the cilantro-lime rice and strawberry limeade slushy. * Connect with us! Here’s how:  * Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com * Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey * Instagram: On the Road with Mickey * Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com * Listener Feedback: Disney in the Fall * Teresa has a great tip: “Take part in the Halloween festivities - so much fun!!!!!” * Deb has this to add: “My favorite time to go, I love everything fall & Halloween..Disney World knocks it out of the park. Weather, decorations and special events.” * John added this: “Food and Wine at Epcot, Mickeys Not So Scary at least once. The Savanna ride at night at AKL.” * Patti added her tips: “Best time to go. Weather is very mild, but there is always a chance for rain. Everyone really goes all out during Halloween Season. We drove by the new Epic Universe construction two weeks ago. Exciting to see the progress.” * Lastly, Pam had this awesome suggestion that I totally forgot about! She wrote “If I'm not mistaken, and you'd know if I am, if you can plan a trip over Halloween and into Nov. 2-3, I'm thinking you can see both the beautiful fall/Halloween decor as well as the Christmas transformation.  You can definitely verify, but if it's true, it's a great way to get 2 for 1.” * Feature Topic: The ins and outs of Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Single-Pass! * Overview: * LLMP replaced Genie+,

    1 h y 9 min
  8. 16 SEPT

    On the Road w/Mickey 237 - Tips for getting the most out of your Fall Disney Trip!

    Episode 237 - Tips for getting the most out of your Fall Trip to Disney! Tips for getting the most out of your Fall Trip to Disney! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 237 and this week our feature topic is Tips for getting the most out of your Fall Trip to Disney! In this episode, we look at the calendar, and how Autumn is almost upon us! Here's what we talked about: * Cheddar from the Big Cheese: * Mike: The hearts of the world are a little heavier now as we learned of the passing of Class of 2019 Disney Legend James Earl Jones at the age of 93 on September 9th. There are so many roles he was in; from the voice of Darth Vader, to Mufasa in The Lion King, my favorite is the impact he had in the movie Field of Dreams as the writer Terence Mann. We here at On the Road with Mickey extend our prayers to his family and friends that grieve his loss, and to a world that knew him through his work, and seems a little dimmer today. * Brenda: Whoop de doo! Or is it Hoop Dee Doo! Yes, that’s right, the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue celebrated its 50th anniversary on September 5th! * Sophie: Over at the Magic Kingdom, TRON Lightcycle/Run removed the Virtual Queue and switched to standby instead. The change started on September 9th. * Connect with us! Here’s how:  * Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.com * Facebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.com * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickey * Instagram: On the Road with Mickey * Email: info@ontheroadwithmickey.com * Listener Feedback: ABCs of Disney * Chandler chimed in on our question about the letter T! He said: “Tigger. He's wonderful, bouncy, fun, fun, fun.” * Feature Topic: Tips for getting the most out of your Fall Trip to Disney! * Mike * Be aware of early closings due to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party * Sunscreen still a must * Take in the scenery with all of the fall decorations on display! * If you are able to, take a day to enjoy the Food & Wine Festival kiosks! Perhaps eat around the world that day instead of making a table service reservation. * If you have the Disney Dining Plan, you can use your credits for snacks at the kiosks, but you’ll go through your snack credits really quickly. Another option is to purchase a gift card with the wrist band and load up some money on that and use that for paying for your snacks at the F&W. * I like to visit attractions that are more in-line with the season. For example, in the fall we’ve got Halloween, so The Haunted Mansion is a must. * Beautiful skies, crisp temperatures, these kinds of days are made for Disney attractions. Tom Sawyer Island, enjoy it one last time while we still can! We don’t go here very often, but a stroll through Storybook Circus sounds really enticing to me right now. Perhaps a climb into Swiss Family Treehouse as well? * If you are going to Animal Kingdom, a trip on the Safari, and a visit to Rafiki’s Planet Watch sound incredible also.

    1 h y 7 min

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