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Reader mail and voice messages with questions about Walt Disney Travel came in for our Disney Master Sandy.    Hear about using the skyliner both for transportation and a fun adventure.  Get tips on Swiss Family Tree House, Tom Sawyer Island and other less know attractions that are all about getting your wiggles outs.  Another listener wanted to know how you find the best photopass specialty pictures.  Of course no Disney parks discussion would be complete without thoughts about Genie and listeners wanting to know, can you really still enjoy Disney without Genie.  Last our Disney Master was asked where to go for a great drink and of course, there is no simple answer.  Hear why Baseline Taphouse, Nomad Lounge, JellyRolls, Trader Sams, Enchanted Rose and The Edison are among the top best places to get a drink at Disney World.

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Check out photopass pictures here as well as the 2022 holiday photo options here

Jeff and Sandy give all the details on character dining at Walt Disney World.   Understand the difference between prefix dining, all you care to eat and buffet as there are a variety of these available.   They will cover in out of the park options from Ohana to Topolino and Chef Mickey to Storybook dining.   Hear about when these are a great addition to your plan and when they detract.   

Then they breakdown meals in all four parks.  Remember, park admission is required in addition to a dining reservation.  Magic Kingdom boasts the most with 3 options, Epcot offers 2 and Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom just 1 each.   

Be sure to  check out our episode that covers the inspiration of Crystal Palace as well as the reopening and all the changes as Akershus

We'll break down all the options for Princess Dining, the ever popular Mickey Mouse and friends as well as Disney Jr friends such as Doc McStuffins and Sofia the first as well as where to find Stitch!  There is something for everyone.

Jeff & Sandy talk all about the reopening of Akershus Princess Dining at Epcot.  Hear about the changes to the character experience, how the menu differs from the past and the limited hours for this restaurant.   As of November 2022 they are only open for dinner which is now served family style.  

Jeff and Sandy tell you all about the 2022 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.   Hear about the return of everything we love about the parties and missed the last few years.  Get the low down on all the cookie stops including the great allergen friendly options.  Plan out your night to include fireworks, the parade complete with toy soldiers, 3 dance parties and a stage show.   It's a night you won't want to miss!

Jeff and Sandy discuss the return of Fantasmic! to Disney's Hollywood Studios in November 2022.  One of the longest running shows, originally premiering in October 1998.   The current show maintains all of our favorite scenes and adds some great new ones including Moana and Elsa!   

Stay tuned for dining/seating packages returning November 30.   New for 2022, dining/seating packages will be offered at all sitdown restuarants.   

After a refurbishment to the restaurant and updated menu, Citricos at The Grand Floridian reopened in July 2022.  Sandy shares all the incredible Disney Imagineering design details in this new Mary Poppins inspired decor.   Hear about the menu updates including a favorite side dish of macaroni and cheese as well as the most decadent chocolate dessert.   Sandy share her Disney Insider tip of how to purchase your special penguin mug from home and at a great price.  https://amzn.to/3ztUtcL #afflink