Where I Long To Be: A Magical Trip Report Podcast

Virginia
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Where I Long To Be is a podcast dedicated to bringing you trip reports from your favorite Disney (or Universal) destinations. Whether you are in the process of planning your own trip, or just want to keep the magic going when you can’t be in your happy place, join Virginia as she interviews guests about their magical adventures.

  1. 2d ago

    Post-Trip Report: Heather and Tim’s Go Big or Go Home Vacation (June/July 2026)

    Heather is back (alone this time since Tim was called to parent duty!) to share all the details of their most recent magical trip to Walt Disney World. Tune in to hear all about how they enjoyed their first stay at their home DVC resort (Polynesian), how they enjoyed Stormalong Bay with their one night at Beach Club, and whether they think they might add on some points in the future! Trip Dates: June 25 - July 3, 2026 Post Trip Interview: recorded 7/20/26   Episode Specific Links: Follow Heather and Tim (Mordini Magic) - Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook Heather and Tim’s travel agent was Kristen Gallagher, @wonderfulworldofkristen, who is a friend of the podcast! (check out Kristen’s previous appearances on the podcast) Oncloud Waterproof Shoes People mentioned in this episode: Molly - @magicmemorieswithmolly Jeanette - @pixiejeanette Pat - @pquinn388   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

  2. 2d ago

    Pre-Trip Report: Heather and Tim’s Go Big or Go Home Vacation (June/July 2026)

    Heather and Tim, DVC owners at the Polynesian, are heading down to Walt Disney World on a large family trip in honor of the graduation of their oldest son. They have four kids ranging in age from 8 months to 18, plus grandparents coming along, so it’s sure to be a lively bunch. After one night at Beach Club, they will switch over to their home resort to stay for the very first time.  Trip Dates: June 25 - July 3, 2026 Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 6/10/26   Episode Specific Links: Follow Heather and Tim (Mordini Magic) - Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook Heather and Tim’s travel agent was Kristen Gallagher, @wonderfulworldofkristen, who is a friend of the podcast! (check out Kristen’s previous appearances on the podcast) The Jim Henson Exhibition at The Museum of the Moving Image (NYC)   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

  3. Aug 3

    Post-Trip Report: Olivia’s L’aventure Magique à Disneyland Paris (June 2026)

    Olivia’s trip to Paris is over and it’s time to reminisce about the good times (as well as the “I didn’t expect that to happen” times). Listeners thinking about a trip to Disneyland Paris will learn a lot from this episode. Making pivots for an international trip can be nerve-wracking, but Olivia was able to handle everything that came her way. C’est la vie! Trip Dates: June 10-21, 2026 Post Trip Interview: recorded 7/21/26   Episode Specific Links: Follow Olivia on Instagram @soarinaroundwdwpod and subscribe to Soarin’ Around WDW: on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube Hotel Maison Hamelin Disneyland Paris Hotel Easy Go Shuttle Dedicated to Disneyland Paris Podcast - Apple Podcasts or Spotify Regal View Restaurant (princess meal) Deadpool and Wolverine Speakeasy People mentioned in this episode: Katie (Olivia’s travel agent) - @2plus3travelers (Katie’s previous appearances on the show) Kelly C. - @kellcono Jeanette - @pixiejeanette   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

  4. Aug 3

    Pre-Trip Report: Olivia’s L’aventure Magique à Disneyland Paris (June 2026)

    Olivia, host of the Soarin’ Around WDW Podcast, has returned! She and her family are planning a trip to France for a wedding and if you’re in France anyway, you might as well visit Disneyland Paris. Right??? They are planning to stay at the Disneyland Paris Hotel and will also get some time in Paris before their park time. Trip Dates: June 10-21, 2026 Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 5/27/26   Episode Specific Links: Follow Olivia on Instagram @soarinaroundwdwpod and subscribe to Soarin’ Around WDW: on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube Hotel Maison Hamelin Disneyland Paris Hotel Easy Go Shuttle Dedicated to Disneyland Paris Podcast - Apple Podcasts or Spotify Regal View Restaurant (princess meal) Josh Gad - As a Disney Jungle Cruise Skipper, As a Kilimanjaro Safari Driver, and As a Disneyland Railroad Train Conductor People mentioned in this episode: Katie (Olivia’s travel agent) - @2plus3travelers (Katie’s previous appearances on the show)   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

  5. Jul 27

    Post-Trip Report: Alex’s Gran Destino and Swan Summer (May/June 2026)

    Alex is back and this trip involved a lot of pivots! So if you like hearing about how plans change, this is for you! They enjoyed three nights at Gran Destino Tower over at Coronado Springs for the first time, followed by a night at the Swan. They got a chance to have some time at Disney with their Florida local friends and then wrapped up their trip over at Cocoa Beach (including some time at Kennedy Space Center!). Trip Dates: May 28 - June 8, 2026 Post Trip Interview: recorded 6/14/26   Episode Specific Links: Alex’s Travel Agent is Amy Belfi! Follow Amy on Instagram (@amybdoesdisney) and if you need a travel planner, check out Amy Does Disney. You can also listen to Amy’s podcast episodes. Video - TikTok Showing Exactly How to Get Grogu Mode Kennedy Space Center Artemis Project Cocoa Beach Disney’s Vero Beach Resort Disney’s Hilton Head Resort People mentioned in this episode: Maria - @mrsbobo428 Chrissy - @cecagg Jeanette - @pixiejeanette Rebecca - @90s_travel_mom   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

  6. Jul 27

    Pre-Trip Report: Alex’s Gran Destino and Swan Summer (May/June 2026)

    Alex D. is back on the podcast! This summer, she and her family are planning a trip to Disney that includes a stay at Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs and the Swan portion of the Swan and Dolphin. They have lots of dining reservations planned and are hoping that the boys are tall enough for some rides they couldn’t do last summer. After Disney, they will be heading over to Cocoa Beach for some fun in the sand and a visit to Kennedy Space Center. Trip Dates: May 28 - June 8, 2026 Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 5/24/26   Episode Specific Links: Alex’s Travel Agent is Amy Belfi! Follow Amy on Instagram (@amybdoesdisney) and if you need a travel planner, check out Amy Does Disney. You can also listen to Amy’s podcast episodes. EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Artemis Project Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

  7. Jul 20

    Post-Trip Report: Kelly’s Shades of Green Split Stay (May/June 2026)

    Kelly and her family have returned from their trip and have so much fun to share! Between lightsaber building and a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique appointment, they were busy, busy, busy.  Trip Dates: May 25 - June 3, 2026 Post Trip Interview: recorded 6/16/26   Episode Specific Links: Follow Kelly on Instagram - @kellcono Photo of the RSVLTS shirt (they don’t have it on the official site anymore) Wait Magic (powered by Thrill Data) People mentioned in this episode: Jeanette - @pixiejeanette Molly - @magicmemorieswithmolly   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

  8. Jul 20

    Pre-Trip Report: Kelly’s Shades of Green Split Stay (May/June 2026)

    Kelly joins Virginia to talk about the plans for her upcoming split stay at Walt Disney World. After flying into Sanford Airport, she is planning to surprise her family with two nights at Caribbean Beach before they switch to Shades of Green! In addition to visiting all of the parks and using Lightning Lanes, they also have added on experiences at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for daughter, Grace, and lightsaber building at Savi’s Workshop for son, Patton. Trip Dates: May 25 - June 3, 2026 Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 5/17/26   Episode Specific Links: Follow Kelly on Instagram - @kellcono Shades of Green Resort Touring Plans Lines App - available from Apple and Google Play Lightsaber Building at Savi’s Workshop People mentioned in this episode: Jeanette - @pixiejeanette   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com

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Where I Long To Be is a podcast dedicated to bringing you trip reports from your favorite Disney (or Universal) destinations. Whether you are in the process of planning your own trip, or just want to keep the magic going when you can’t be in your happy place, join Virginia as she interviews guests about their magical adventures.

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