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Disney Deciphered: a Disney World planning podcast Leslie Harvey and Joe Cheung
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- Society & Culture
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4.9 • 313 Ratings
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Join Leslie from Trips with Tykes and Joe from asthejoeflies as we discuss how to save you money, time, and stress as you plan your Walt Disney World vacation. Visiting Disney is like visiting another country - we're here to help you understand the ins and outs of what to do, where to stay, what to eat, how to minimize your wait times for rides, Genie+ tricks, and a whole lot more!
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Is Lookout Cay better than Castaway? (w/ DCL Duo)
Lookout Cay
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Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!
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
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!
Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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What We'll Miss About Genie+ (really)
Goodbye Genie+
Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! If you’re planning to visit Disney World in 2024, definitely check out our Genie+ 101 episode before it’s obsolete!
Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!
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
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!
Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 329 - Are Disney's new DAS changes working? (w/ Becca Robins)
DAS at WDW
Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! If you’re planning to visit Disney World in 2024, definitely check out our Genie+ 101 episode before it’s obsolete!
Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!
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.
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!
Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Listener Questions! Best QS, Disney Changes We Want to See, and More!
Listener Questions
Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! If you’re planning to visit Disney World in 2024, definitely check out our Genie+ 101 episode!
Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!
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!
Any other questions for us? 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)
2:03 - 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!
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!
Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Fantasy Springs at Tokyo Disney Sea w/ Shawn Coomer
Fantasy Springs
Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! If you’re planning to visit Disney World in 2024, definitely check out our Genie+ 101 episode!
Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!
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!
Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Rides that Disney World Needs to Get Rid of
Rides to get rid of
Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! If you’re planning to visit Disney World in 2024, definitely check out our Genie+ 101 episode!
Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!
Episode Description
Do you have rides at Disney that you just think need to go? In today’s episode, Joe and Leslie each pick a ride from each of the Walt Disney World theme parks that they think Disney should get rid of. We offer replacement ideas and our reasoning - and disagree a few times in the process. Just a fun summer episode of hypotheticals!
Which Disney World attraction would you get rid of and what would you replace it with? 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)
3:27 - Magic Kingdom attractions that need replacing
10:43 - EPCOT attractions that need replacing
15:40 - Hollywood Studios attractions that need replacing
20:53 - Animal Kingdom attractions that need replacing
26:53 - 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!
Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
Customer Reviews
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I promised myself as a part of closing out my 7 day Disney vacation I would write a review for all those who helped along the way. Leslie and Joe’s podcast was absolutely on the list. As a planner at heart and trying to do one heck of a Disney Trip as a first timer, I listened to their podcast episodes some of them multiple times. They know what they are talking about, and are an easy listen to get there. I really appreciate it.
Great Disney Podcast
I found this podcast when I started planning our first family trip about a year out. I love the shorter format and clear topics. I appreciate that Joe and Leslie travel to Disney (vs a local’s perspective) which is much more relatable and relevant for me. I have gotten so many great tips and ideas listening to DD. Thank you for sharing your passion in your podcast. Even though we have been back from our magical trip for 2 months, I still look forward to Wednesday's new release and I am definitely planning my next trip already!
Great show!
Love it 😄