The Theme Parkettes

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Theme park aficionados, Disney nerds, and best buds Jessica and Ashleigh (aka The Theme Parkettes) from ThemeParkettes.com know that navigating the most Magical places on earth can be overwhelming. With humor, a dash of park history, and a little pixie dust, they share their tried-and-true tips from coast-to-coast. Join them on their adventures.

  1. 03/27/2023

    Season 2, Episode 9 - Planning a Disney Wedding, Part 3

    Part 3 of Jessica & Ashleigh’s three part series on Planning a Disney Wedding. Ashleigh got married at Walt Disney World in Fall of 2022 and is ready to spill all the beans (er, rice? Flower petals?) In this third episode, you FINALLY hear the story of Ashleigh’s wedding! 2:24 - Ashleigh breaks down all her plans and choices 24:48 - What happened the week of the wedding that threatened to change everything 60:10 - Ashleigh gets a shocking call 65:21 - The wedding weekend begins 71:11 - Ashleigh gets ANOTHER shocking call 82:02 - The Welcome Party and the big announcement 95:18 - Wedding Day! 115:28 - Ashleigh looks back and gives her overall thoughts, as well as advice to future brides and grooms, specifically Disney brides and grooms. www.themeparkettes.com TikTok - @themeparkettes Instagram - @thethemeparkettes Hosts Jessica - @actorjessicagardner Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

    2h 16m

  2. 03/20/2023

    Season 2, Episode 8 - Planning a Disney Wedding, Part 2

    Part 2 of Jessica & Ashleigh’s three part series on Planning a Disney Wedding. Ashleigh got married at Walt Disney World in Fall of 2022 and is ready to spill all the beans (er, rice? Flower petals?) In this second episode, they go more in depth for those REALLY looking to get the details. This is everything you’ve EVER wanted to know. 0:59 - Where to find info online, the email you must send, and when to send it 4:51 - Letter of Agreement 8:00 - Where to find pricing info 11:00 - The best $14 Ashleigh spent on wedding planning 17:28 - What to remember about Facebook groups 26:40 - “Ashleigh Approved” Facebook groups 34:05 - Deposits 38:40 - Your Planning Kit/Planning Session/BEO 44:15 - Booking vendors 49:31 - When planning REALLY begins 50:54 - Disney Floral 57:20 - Working with your planner 61:15 - Food and Beverage 69:01 - Cake! 72:47 - Can you see your venue before your wedding? 84:44 - Communication concerns and Disney’s communication with DFW 105:00 - Setting expectations, delegating, coordinating, and what NOT to forget www.themeparkettes.com TikTok - @themeparkettes Instagram - @thethemeparkettes Hosts Jessica - @actorjessicagardner Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

    1h 55m

  3. 03/13/2023

    Season 2, Episode 7 - Planning a Disney Wedding, Part 1

    Co-hosts Jessica & Ashleigh bring you a three part series on Planning a Disney Wedding. Ashleigh got married at Walt Disney World in Fall of 2022 and is ready to spill all the beans (er, rice? Flower petals?) In this first episode, they discuss the basics. Part 2 will go more in depth for those REALLY looking to get the details, and Part 3 will be the story of Ashleigh’s wedding with some final thoughts from her you won’t want to miss! 2:42 - Did Ashleigh always want to have a Disney wedding? 3:50 - History of Disney Fairytale Weddings 7:49 - What made Ashleigh and her fiancé consider a Disney wedding? 16:45 - What made them decide ultimately to have a wedding at WDW? 20:00 - How many venue options are there at WDW? 22:05 - Looking back, would she have made the same decision? Is there anyone who she thinks should NOT have a WDW wedding? 29:52 - Ashleigh’s estimated guest numbers and where she chose to stay, have her welcome party, rehearsal, wedding, and reception. Cliffhanger! Part 2 drops Monday, March 20, 2023. Part 3 drops Monday, March 27, 2023. Subscribe so you won't miss it! www.themeparkettes.com TikTok - @themeparkettes Instagram - @thethemeparkettes Hosts Jessica - @actorjessicagardner Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

    33 min

  4. 06/27/2022

    Season 2, Episode 6 - Carowinds 101

    Jessica & Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) discuss Ashleigh’s first trip to “The Carolinas’ Premier Entertainment Destination,” aka Carowinds. If you’ve ever considered a trip to this park - even if only to ride Fury 325, the World's Tallest and Fastest Giga Roller Coaster - this episode is for you.

    1h 12m

  5. 05/23/2022

    Season 2, Episode 5 - Shop, Dine, and Play at Theme Park Shopping Districts - Part 2, Southern California

    Jessica & Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are back with part two of a two-parter all about Theme Park Shopping Districts. Acres of shopping, dining, snacking, drinking, live entertainment, movie theatres, play zones, photo opps, and free fun - they break down why these destinations are worth your vacation time no matter what kind of vacation you’re planning, how to fit them into your trip, their top recommendations at each location, and, of course, some fun facts, laughs, and park history. Part 1 Southern California 1:57 - Downtown Disney, Disneyland Resort 43:14 - Universal CityWalk, Universal Studios Hollywood 58:19 - California Marketplace, Knott’s Berry Farm www.themeparkettes.com TikTok - @themeparkettes Instagram - @thethemeparkettes Jessica - @actorjessicagardner Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

    1h 7m

  6. 05/16/2022

    Season 2, Episode 4 - Shop, Dine, and Play at Theme Park Shopping Districts - Part 1, Orlando

    Jessica & Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) are back with a two-parter all about Theme Park Shopping Districts. Acres of shopping, dining, snacking, drinking, live entertainment, movie theatres, play zones, photo opps, and free fun - they break down why these destinations are worth your vacation time no matter what kind of vacation you’re planning, how to fit them into your trip, their top recommendations at each location, and, of course, some fun facts, laughs, and park history. Part 1 Orlando 4:05 - Disney Springs, Walt Disney World Resort 44:33 - Universal CityWalk, Universal Orlando Resort www.themeparkettes.com TikTok - @themeparkettes Instagram - @thethemeparkettes Jessica - @actorjessicagardner Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

    1h 3m

  7. 12/01/2021

    Season 2, Episode 3 - Crushing on America's First Theme Park, Knott's Berry Farm with special guest Brian Cavallaro

    Season 2, Episode 3 - Crushing on America’s First Theme Park, Knott’s Berry Farm, with special guest Brian Cavallaro Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) and returning special guest, writer/director/producer Brian Cavallaro, discuss how Jessica has recently rediscovered America’s first theme park, Knott’s Berry Farm. And by “rediscovered,” we mean she has completely fallen head over heels for this park. Jessica and Brian tell Ashleigh and all the listeners why they should give Knott’s Berry Farm a chance (especially if a certain other Southern California park is stressing them out.) After hearing about its fascinating history, great coasters, saloon, and affordable ticket prices, you may just be planning a trip to Knott’s before the episode is over. Count how many times we say the word “cute” as an extra bonus. 0:57 - Welcome back Brian Cavallaro! 3:00 - Why haven’t we talked about Knott’s before? 13:01 - Pricing, passes, and add-ons 18:30 - Discovering the history of the park and its connections to Disney 33:00 - Why some people are suddenly discovering this park 39:00 - Does Knott’s have a branding/theming problem? 48:00 - The Ghost Town actors 50:44 - Camp Snoopy and Merry Christmas Snoopy 54:47 - How the park has something for everyone 57:00 - The rollercoasters! 59:44 - Why we think Knott’s might need some branding help 60:09 - Should you have a touring plan for this park? 60:12 - Jessica’s top tip for visiting Knott’s Berry Farm 60:16 - Special Knott’s Edition of The Theme Parkettes 5 Questions 60:23 - What Brian is working on and where to find him online @briancavallaro www.themeparkettes.com TikTok @themeparkettes Instagram - @thethemeparkettes Jessica - @actorjessicagardner Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

    1h 27m

  8. 11/01/2021

    Season 2, Episode 2 - Universal Studios Tour with special guest Luke Adams

    Jessica and Ashleigh (The Theme Parkettes) along with special guest Luke Adams, a Studio Tour Guide at Universal’s World-Famous Studio Tour, go “behind the behind the scenes” of Universal Studios Hollywood. If you love movies, television, filmmaking, and theme park history, you’ll love this episode. 0:18 - Meet Luke Adams! 5:46 - Becoming a Studio Tour Guide 8:40 - Some history of the Studio Tour 10:29 - Why you should take the Tour more than once 11:45 - Luke’s HOT TIPS for having the best Tour experience 18:32 - Advice for those interested in being a Studio Tour Guide 20:32 - Ashleigh and Jessica’s favorite parts of the Studio Tour 24:25 - Why you should ALWAYS have your cameras ready 26:33 - Luke’s favorite Tour fact 29:21 - Are any of the soundstage HAUNTED?! 30:20 - The not-so-secret residents of the Universal Backlot 33:08 - The person connected to EVERY part of the park 39:58 - Luke’s Dick Van Dyke story! 42:32 - A little about the VIP Tour Experience 44:58 - Why the Studio Tour is so historic 47:39 - The Theme Parkettes 5 Questions for Luke Adams! 1:01:49 - Where to find Luke Adams online http://www.lukeadams.com/ www.themeparkettes.com TikTok @themeparkettes Instagram - @thethemeparkettes Jessica - @actorjessicagardner Ashleigh - @happygoashleigh Art by Billie Denise McGhee billiedenise.com Theme song by Thomas Gardner Jr. thomasgardnerjr.com

    1h 3m
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Theme park aficionados, Disney nerds, and best buds Jessica and Ashleigh (aka The Theme Parkettes) from ThemeParkettes.com know that navigating the most Magical places on earth can be overwhelming. With humor, a dash of park history, and a little pixie dust, they share their tried-and-true tips from coast-to-coast. Join them on their adventures.

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  • Creator
    themeparkettes.com
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
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