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A podcast for theme park fans who love to travel! We're the longest-running show dedicated to informing you about theme parks in Asia including Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios Japan. Come and travel along with us.

TDR Now Travel Podcast for Theme Park Fans TDR Explorer

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.7 • 82 Ratings

A podcast for theme park fans who love to travel! We're the longest-running show dedicated to informing you about theme parks in Asia including Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios Japan. Come and travel along with us.

    Dealing with Summer Heat in Japan & Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast 139

    Dealing with Summer Heat in Japan & Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast 139

    This is a rebroadcast of episode 139, originally released in July 2018.



    In episode 139 of the TDR Now Podcast, we discuss dealing with Japan's hot and humid summer while you're at Tokyo Disneyland. You don't want heat stroke, dehydration, or sunburn to ruin your vacation.

    • 55 min
    Hoshino Resorts 1955 Tokyo Bay Hotel Near Tokyo Disney | 315

    Hoshino Resorts 1955 Tokyo Bay Hotel Near Tokyo Disney | 315

    Hoshino Resorts 1955 Tokyo Bay is the newest affordable hotel near Tokyo Disney Resort, but is it worth staying at? Trish recently stayed there and is here to share her experience. We'll help you decide if this hotel is an excellent alternative to a Disney Hotel!

    • 1 hr 4 min
    What's New for Summer 2024 at Universal Studios Japan | 314

    What's New for Summer 2024 at Universal Studios Japan | 314

    Summer is back at Universal Studios Japan for 2024, and there’s lots to enjoy. From the water-version of the No Limit Parade with new Pokemon and Mario characters! New food options include a whole plant-based menu in Jurassic Park.

    • 1 hr 13 min
    Urayasu Sanja Festival 2024 Returns After 8 Years! | 313

    Urayasu Sanja Festival 2024 Returns After 8 Years! | 313

    After eight years, Urayasu (the location of Tokyo Disney Resort) revived its Sanja Festival. I spoke with Patricia about her fantastic festival experience.

    • 43 min
    Fantasy Springs Grand Opening at Tokyo DisneySea | 312

    Fantasy Springs Grand Opening at Tokyo DisneySea | 312

    Fantasy Springs is now open at Tokyo DisneySea! Chris attended the grand opening and shared his experience, including using the Vacation Package to enter Fantasy Springs. Also, we discuss how getting a Standby Pass and Disney Premier Access is, so far, for Fantasy Springs.

    • 1 hr 16 min
    My Experience in Bangkok, Thailand, for IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 | 311

    My Experience in Bangkok, Thailand, for IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 | 311

    Chris shares his experience in Bangkok, Thailand, for IAAPA Expo Asia 2024! From the exhibits to what Thai food made him sweat and cry. 

    • 40 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
82 Ratings

82 Ratings

Taylor__tot ,

Best Tokyo Disney Content!

I love listening to this podcast as I plan for my Tokyo Disneyland trip. I’ve been dreaming about going to Tokyo Disneyland and Sea ever since I was a little girl, and this podcast makes me feel like I can make my dreams come true! Chris and Trish’s commentary about TDR feels authentic and they keep it real when it seems like Disney is slipping up or doing something amazing. Since they are locals I know their advice is current and they keep things fresh. I feel more confident when planning my trip. Love the vibes. Keep up the good work!

sapodzio ,

Not my fave

I really wanted to like this podcast. Chris is great but his cohost makes it hard to listen. She sounds miserable and dislikes everything. I don’t expect you to love everything but hating everything makes me not want to go to Tokyo Disneyland. Follow Chris on IG and YouTube, he’s great there!

Family who reads tons ,

Debbie Downer

After watching the related YouTube video for Fantasy Springs, I was excited to listen to the podcast for more details. The cohost for the show could not be more of a downer. She hasn’t been to the site but kept commenting about how it wasn’t for her. I get that she has opinions but it’s like saying the Godfather movie is terrible even though you’ve never spent time actually watching the movie. She has opinions and I guess I will look for people who actually form ones from experiences not just doing a bit to get ratings and followers.

I think next episode they should invite Jimmy Fallon and Linsey Lohan to recreate the hilarious Debbie Downer skit from Disneyworld.

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