WDW Beyond The Gates Podcast

Gary Arruda and Mike Hurley
  • 4.7 (46)
  • Places & Travel
  • Updated Weekly

A Walt Disney World podcast focused on food, resorts and general nonsense!

  1. Jul 21

    Episode642 - FIFA World Cup Countries in EPCOT

    This week, Kristen (Suzie) co-hosts with Mike. With the World Cup in the rearview mirror, we want to discuss World Cup contending Countries who could be in EPCOT. They are both on the Imagineering Team, and Mike is proposing (4) potential Pavilions to Kristen, and she will decide which of the four is most worthy of being in World Showcase. Which of these would you prefer? Thanks for listening, Mike and Kristen.   0:00 Introduction 6:32 FIFA World Cup Countries to Possibly Join World Showcase 8:32 Australia/New Zealand 13:03 Brazil 17:05 Egypt 20:03 Spain 25:12 Kristen's Overall Pick 29:41 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) or (kristen@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)   Social Media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wdwbtg Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748540042888446 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwbtg Twitter (X): https://x.com/wdwbtg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wdwbtg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltallcmike   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney

  2. Jul 14

    Episode #641 - Eat To The Beat Concert Series

    This week, Gary and Mike discuss the newly released 2026 Eat to the Beat Concert Series. I feel this is by far the weakest lineup in years. What are your thoughts? Thanks for listening, Gary and Mike.   0:00 Introduction 7:31 Eat To The Beat 2026 Concert Series 35:42 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) or (kristen@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)   Social Media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wdwbtg Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748540042888446 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwbtg Twitter (X): https://x.com/wdwbtg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wdwbtg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltallcmike   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney

  3. Jul 7

    Episode #640 - Boardwalk Updates

    This week, we talk about the much-needed updates to the outside area of Disney's Boardwalk Inn. Are you happy with the upgrades? Let us know if you would have done anything different. Thanks for listening, Gary and Mike.   0:00 Introduction 13:20 Upgrades at Disney's Boardwalk Inn - Hurly-Burly Night Club 18:12 Basin Soap Shop 20:13 Quick Service Location 33:38 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) or (kristen@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)   Social Media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wdwbtg Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748540042888446 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwbtg Twitter (X): https://x.com/wdwbtg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wdwbtg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltallcmike   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney

  4. Jun 30

    Episode #639 - Gingerbread House Retirement

    This week, we discuss the latest news coming out of the Grand Floridian....They are retiring the Gingerbread House. The Disney Community was outraged for the most part. What was our take? Thanks for listening, Gary and Mike.   0:00 Introduction 9:24 Gingerbread House Retirement 31:29 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) or (kristen@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)   Social Media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wdwbtg Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748540042888446 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwbtg Twitter (X): https://x.com/wdwbtg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wdwbtg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltallcmike   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney

  5. Jun 23

    Episode #638 - Recent Disney News

    This week, Gary and Mike discuss some news that recently came out at Walt Disney World. How would you feel if the air conditioner wasn't working at your resort hotel? Let us know in the comments section. Thanks for listening, Gary and Mike.   0:00 Introduction 9:58 Wilderness Lodge Air Conditioner Outage 18: 13 New Disney Springs Transportation Rules 28:36 2-Day, 2-Park Summer Ticket Offer 35:47 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) or (kristen@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)   Social Media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wdwbtg Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748540042888446 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwbtg Twitter (X): https://x.com/wdwbtg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wdwbtg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltallcmike   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney

  6. Jun 16

    Episode #637 - Magic Kingdom 3-2-1

    This week, Gary and Mike talk about the Disney 3-2-1 Rule. It's picking (3) attractions, (2) Shows, and (1) Dinner during your day. This week, we are finishing this series and will discuss Magic Kingdom Park. Let us know in the comments how you would apply the 3-2-1 Rule to your Magic Kingdom visit. Thanks for listening, Gary and Mike.   0:00 Introduction 12:58 3-2-1 Magic Kingdom 14:19 The Attractions 24:47 The Shows 33:01 The Meal 38:05 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) or (kristen@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)   Social Media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wdwbtg Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748540042888446 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwbtg Twitter (X): https://x.com/wdwbtg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wdwbtg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltallcmike   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney

  7. Jun 9

    Episode #636 - Disney Updates

    This week, we talk about some of the latest updates at Walt Disney World. We start off discussing the news regarding the Redo of the Carousel of Progress and finish talking about permits being filed for updates at Disney's Boardwalk Inn. Thanks for listening, Gary and Mike.   0:00 Introduction 23:43 Carousel of Progress Redo 25:58 Boardwalk Updates 30:05 Gary's AP Discount Dilemma 36:18 Next Week's Show Topic 38:49 The Sopranos Talk 42:05 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) or (kristen@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)   Social Media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wdwbtg Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748540042888446 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwbtg Twitter (X): https://x.com/wdwbtg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wdwbtg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltallcmike   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney

  8. Jun 2

    Episode #635 - Top Summer Resorts for Cash Stays

    This week, Gary and Mike discuss the 'Unofficial Start if Summer' by getting into their Top 5 Cash Stay Resorts. Some of their picks might surprise you. What would be on your list? Thanks for listening, Gary and Mike.   0:00 Introduction 9:10 Top 5 Summer Resorts for Cash Stays 9:50 Our #5 13:00 Our #4 16:46 Our #3 28:28 Our #2 33:26 Our #1 37:29 Disney Cruise Line News 33:22 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) or (kristen@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)   Social Media: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wdwbtg Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748540042888446 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwbtg Twitter (X): https://x.com/wdwbtg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wdwbtg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltallcmike   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney

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A Walt Disney World podcast focused on food, resorts and general nonsense!

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  • Creator
    Gary Arruda and Mike Hurley
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 . All rights reserved.
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    WDW Beyond The Gates Podcast