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Be Our Guest WDW Podcast

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This award-winning podcast features Monday, Wednesday, and Friday shows that focus on Disney resorts, theme parks, attractions, restaurants, dining, runDisney, vacation tips and much more. Join hosts Mike Rahlmann, Rikki Niblett, Scott Gardner, and Pam Forrester and take a fun and family-friendly dive into the world of Disney vacation planning.

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Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, Epcot After Hours, Rope Drop 'til Park Close, Make The Most of Every Moment - BOGP 2470

April 15, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 109 MB

We are excited to head out west today to speak with Listener Andrew in Utah about a unique trip down to Walt Disney World where he split time watching his daughter in a soccer showcase tournament and celebrated his 25th wedding anniversary at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort! Andrew and his wife went non-stop for the better part of a week visiting all four theme parks, using Epcot's After Hours Event (with a great review of this exclusive party) to their advantage! We discuss advantageous usa...

Tough Disney Choices - BOGP 2469

April 12, 2024 01:00 - 45 minutes - 63 MB

Today Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here to have some fun to kick off the weekend! First, Mike brings up a current Walt Disney World marketing campaign and he notices a few things that he thinks are very interesting about who and how Disney is targeting their audience. Then, we go to our BOGP Clubhouse to get some "Tough Disney Choices" and pick our favorites on-the-spot! Wilderness Cabin at Copper Creek or Polynesian Bungalow? Fireworks Cruise at Epcot or Magic Kingdom? Popcorn with Fantasmic or...

BOGP Open Line - April 7, 2024 - Takumi Tei Review, Resort Character Meet & Greets, Pixie-Dust Resort Upgrades, More - BOGP 2468

April 11, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 98.8 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, April 7, 2024!  Tonight, Mike & Scott were back together and they took non-stop calls for the hour on lots of Disney topics!  We discussed an amazing upgrade for a listener from Caribbean Beach Resort to Yacht Club Resort and had a though on why this might have happened, got a great review of the "fancy" Japanese restaurant Takumi Tei in Epcot from Eean in Pennsylvania, and also discussed some amazing character interactions that take...

Listener Questions - April 10, 2024 - "Classic" Vs. "New" DCL Ships, Aerophile at Disney Springs, "Extra Experiences" at Disneyland - BOGP 2467

April 10, 2024 01:00 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

Mike, Rikki and Pam are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today, we get a great question about the difference in experiences between the Disney Wish and Disney Wonder, talk about traveling to Walt Disney World for the first time with a baby after many years of "couples trips", give our experiences with Aerophile at Disney Springs, talk about "extra experiences" outside the theme parks at Disneyland, and much more! Please come join the BOGP Clubhouse on our Discord channel at www....

Disney Wonder 7-Night Alaska Cruise Review - Pre-Cruise, Port Adventures, Dining, Staterooms, More - BOGP 2466

April 08, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MB

Today we are headed to Virginia to speak with Listener Kara about her 7-night Alaska Cruise on the Disney Wonder last May! We know a lot of our listeners are either getting ready to sail to Alaska this summer or are very curious about this itinerary, and Kara really has so much great information in this show! We discuss the pre-cruise logistics like flying to Seattle and taking the train to Vancouver, staying at the Pan Pacific Hotel, thoughts on the Disney Wonder, stateroom review, dining t...

Our Best Walt Disney World Character Experiences - BOGP 2465

April 05, 2024 01:00 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MB

Today Mike, Rikki and Listener Thomas from Cleveland discuss our best character experiences around Walt Disney World, both current and a couple from the past. What makes the difference when it comes to meeting a character to you? Do you prefer "face" or "furry" characters? Do you think about who the "first" character your child will meet will be? This and much more coming on today's show! Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/discord. We hope you...

BOGP Open Line - March 31, 2024 - New WDW Accessible Buses; 3 Teen Boys, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Happy Moms; "Secret" WDW Queue - BOGP 2464

April 04, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, March 31, 2024!  Tonight, Mike was in the studio solo as Scott is wrapping up his epic Walt Disney World vacation!  Tonight we discussed the new buses that have been seen around property that are more accessible for all guests as well as had many calls!  We spoke with a caller from Alabama who is bringing 3 teen boys with another mother and is in need of accommodations with two bathrooms, so we discussed some options.  We also spoke ...

Listener Questions - April 3, 2024 - Fans on Strollers, Best Steakhouses at WDW, A-Ticket Attractions, runDisney Registration - BOGP 2463

April 03, 2024 01:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MB

Mike, Rikki and Guest Panelist Thomas from Cleveland are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today, we discuss if there is a good way to mount a fan on the strollers you can rent in the Walt Disney World theme parks, also discuss the best steakhouses around Walt Disney World, look for some "A-ticket" attractions around Walt Disney World, give some runDisney registration tips, and much more! Please come join the BOGP Clubhouse on our Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/disc...

Fort Wilderness In An RV; All 4 Theme Parks; Great Character Experiences; More - BOGP 2462

April 01, 2024 01:00 - 49 minutes - 68.1 MB

We are excited to head to New Jersey today to speak with Listener Jovanni about his unique trip with his extended family in a brand-new RV down the east coast to Disney's Fort Wilderness! We discuss what it is like during the actual trip, staying in an RV during the trip vs. a hotel for a true Disney fan, logistics of staying at Fort Wilderness, as well as all of the fun in the theme parks! Hear some awesome, heartwarming stories of how Disney characters and Cast Members really made special ...

Disney News You Can Use - Season of the Force, DCL Disney Destiny, Drones Coming to Disney Springs, More - BOGP 2461

March 29, 2024 01:00 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MB

Today Mike, Rikki and Pam discuss some of the announcements that have been made by Disney over the past week about new experiences that we get to have as Disney fans in the near future! We talk about the "Season of the Force" experiences coming to Disneyland this summer, the newly-announced theme and name for the next Wsh-class ship, the Disney Destiny, and we discuss the drone show coming to Disney Springs this summer! This and other stories today on the show! Please share your thoughts ove...

BOGP Open Line - March 24, 2024 - Drones Coming To Walt Disney World, More Best Bites, Scott LIVE from Be Our Guest Restaurant, More - BOGP 2460

March 28, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 94.3 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, March 24, 2024!  Tonight, Mike was in the studio solo as Scott is on vacation down at Walt Disney World!  However, we spend the last 10 minutes on the phone with Scott LIVE from Be Our Guest Restaurant hearing about how his trip is going so far!  Low crowds, great weather, Flower & Garden Reviews, they are doing great!  Plus we get lots of other great calls about more "best bites" around Walt Disney World, and we also discuss drones ...

Listener Questions - "Tinkerbell Gifts", Easter Day Happenings, "FOMO" or Try Something Different - March 27, 2024

March 27, 2024 01:00 - 49 minutes - 68 MB

Mike, Pam & Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we start with a great question about packing some small gifts from "Tinkerbell" to give out throughout a trip and ideas on how to make this happen. Next, we discuss a few special things happening this Sunday for Easter around Walt Disney World for Listener Kevin who just realized he will be there for the actual holiday! We also discuss how FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) can be real, but sometimes trying a different Disney ...

3 Bedroom Villas @ Riviera, Grand Floridian, Polynesian Bungalows, Copper Creek Villas, Victoria & Alberts, More - BOGP 2458

March 25, 2024 01:00 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MB

Today we head to Ohio to speak with Listener Andrea about three different trips she has taken over the past 18 months where she got to experience some amazing Walt Disney World accommodations with her family! We discuss staying at places like the Grand Floridian Villas, Disney's Riviera Resort, a Polynesian Bungalow, and her favorite, a 2 Bedroom Villa at Copper Creek at Disney's Wilderness Lodge! We also discuss an amazing meal at Victoria & Albert's, an exclusive experience at Citrico's, f...

Getting There Is Half The Fun - BOGP 2457

March 22, 2024 01:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MB

Today Mike, Rikki and Pam share their best tips on packing, getting through airport security, what to bring on the plane, car rental and ride-share strategies at MCO and much more! Thanks to Listener Katelyn over on the Discord for today's show topic, we are discussing all of the aspects on how we actually get our Disney trips started! Please share your tips over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/discord. We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.b...

BOGP Open Line - March 17, 2024 - Best Bite Ever at WDW, Luckiest Moments, DCL Tips and Thoughts - BOGP 2456

March 21, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 89 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, March 17, 2024!  During this show, Mike and Scott took your calls on a bunch of different Disney topics!  We discussed the luckiest things that have ever happened to us at Walt Disney World (including getting FREE renewals of Annual Passes for our family!) to go along with St. Patrick's Day!  We also tried to come up with the "best bite ever" that we had at Walt Disney World and Disney Cruise Line and got lots of thoughts from listen...

Listener Questions - March 20, 2024 - Disneyland Evenings/Fireworks, Early Morning Strategies WDW Spring Break, H20 Glow Nights - BOGP 2455

March 20, 2024 01:00 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MB

Mike, Pam & Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we start with a great question and discussion about the evenings around Disneyland and the private viewing areas for things like Fantasmic and World of Color. We also discuss some early morning strategies for a family headed down soon over Spring Break to attempt to avoid some of the crowds in the Magic Kingdom. Also, we get a great question from Listener Ashley in Alaska about H2O Glow Nights at Typhoon Lagoon as well...

2 Bedroom Villa @ Boulder Ridge, Extended Family Fun, "Perfect" Week of Year, 8 Days - 2 Parks, Amazing Dining - BOGP 2454

March 18, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MB

We have friend of the show Matt from New Jersey back on the show today to discuss his trip to the Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge in a 2-Bedroom unit just 2 weeks back today! Hear how this trip was very unique with his 3 & 1 year old daughters, his wife and extended family. We also hear about why Matt thinks the first week of March is the "perfect" week to visit Walt Disney World! Hear why he also felt visiting 2 theme parks in 8 days was the best mix for his family on this...

Mexican Food & Drinks Around Walt Disney World - BOGP 2453

March 15, 2024 01:00 - 42 minutes - 58.9 MB

Some show are just meant to be! As we celebrate 16 years of the Be Our Guest Podcast this week, Mike, Pam, and Rikki discuss some of the best places around Walt Disney World to grab Mexican food & drinks! From chips, salsa, & guac to full-on table-service meals to amazing Margaritas, we cover all of the theme parks, resorts and Disney Springs! Be ready for Cinco de Mayo this year! Hear our thoughts and share yours with us over on our Discord server! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please...

BOGP Open Line - March 10, 2024 - WDW Trip Thoughts with Teens, Disneyland in May, Coast-to-Coast Trips, Boardwalk Love - BOGP 2452

March 14, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 95.4 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, March 10, 2024!  During this show, Mike and Scott took your calls on a bunch of different Disney topics!  We discussed the best times to visit Disneyland this May,  walked through visiting the parks over Wine & Dine Race Weekend in November, a great, quick trip report sharing an amazing trip from this past December, and much more!  We hope you enjoy today's show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so m...

Listener Questions - March 13, 2024 - Getting Gideon's Cookies, Most "Deluxe" Moderate, Halloween/Christmas Switchover, More - BOGP 2451

March 13, 2024 01:00 - 46 minutes - 64.7 MB

Mike, Pam & Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we start with a great question about the best strategies to get some of the goodies from Gideon's Cookies & Bake Shop at Disney Springs without waiting an eternity, then we discuss a question about "downsizing" from a Deluxe to a Moderate resort and which moderates "feel the most Deluxe." We also discuss that week between Halloween and Christmas where there is a fun "switchover" at Walt Disney World where you can exper...

The Joy of Bringing a 1st-Timer, Art of Animation Resort, Genie+, "Best Memories Ever", More - BOGP 2450

March 11, 2024 01:31 - 54 minutes - 75.8 MB

Today's show really is what a Walt Disney World vacation is all about! We get to hear how Listener Makenzie brought family who had never been to Walt Disney World with her last summer to experience the magic, and that they did! Hear about their stay at Disney's Art of Animation Resort, amazing meals at places like Sebastian's Bistro, Tusker House, Hollywood & Vine & more! We also talk about why using Genie+ was a priority for this trip! Also, be ready to hear some very touching moments as to...

Let's Talk The Last Hour at Walt Disney World - BOGP 2449

March 08, 2024 02:00 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MB

Today Mike, Pam, and Scott discuss the last hour or so of your day in the theme parks at Walt Disney World! We look back on our trips from years gone by and really long for those "nighttime parade/fireworks" combo nights where you could really "soak in the magic" before heading back to your resort for the evening. Could we still do this at the theme parks? Are drones on the way to our theme parks in Florida? What other things could we change to make the last 90 minutes of your theme park day...

BOGP Open Line - March 3, 2024 - 2025 WDW Packages, Free Water Parks, Favorite Background Loops, To Renew or Not - APs - BOGP 2448

March 07, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 89.7 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, March 3, 2024!  During this show, Mike and Scott took your calls on a bunch of different Disney topics!  We discussed the release of the 2025 Walt Disney World vacation packages last week and the announcement of the FREE water park day on the day of your check-in!  We also talked about our favorite background loops, had a nice discussion of Old Key West Resort vs Art of Animation for a larger family stay with a younger child, best fr...

Listener Questions - March 6, 2024 - One Day at Disneyland, Snorkeling at Castaway Cay, "Kinda Fancy" Meal at WDW, Early Entry - BOGP 2447

March 06, 2024 02:00 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MB

Mike, Pam & Scott are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we start with a great question about how to get the most out of one bonus day at the Disneyland Resort! Next, Pam gives some advice on snorkeling at Castaway Cay for some first-time guests to Disney Cruise Line. We also help a family looking for a "kinda fancy" meal for a Walt Disney World trip in September, and we also talk some logistics on Early Entry and resort transportation for a family headed down to Walt Disney...

runDisney Princess Half-Marathon Weekend 2024 Review, Pop Century Resort, Savoring The Magic - BOGP 2446

March 04, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MB

You can't get more "fresh" thank today's trip report! We are speaking with Listener Marci today about her Princess Half-Marathon trip from just a few days ago! We discuss her experience staying at Disney's Pop Century Resort with her husband Michael, staying-off site the first night at Flamingo Crossings, her experience at the runDisney Expo, running all three races (and getting a PR and placing in the 10K!), as well as participating in the Sunrise Yoga! We of course talk about great meals a...

Best Walt Disney World Queues For Challenging Weather - BOGP 2445

March 01, 2024 02:00 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MB

Today Mike, Pam, and Rikki discuss the best Walt Disney World queues for staying out of the sun and rain (and just be comfortable in general) on your next trip! We also have some fun talking about the most uncomfortable queues to experience at Walt Disney World during certain times of the year! When it's very hot, sunny, or raining, you might want to head for one of our "best queues" to escape the weather and have a nice experience waiting for you! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please ...

BOGP Open Line - February 25, 2024 - Transportation or Amenities, First-Time runDisney Review, Mother/Daughter Races, Upgrades - BOGP 2444

February 29, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, February 25, 2024!  During this show, Mike was flying solo but had some great calls to keep the show rolling!  First, we discussed a great question from a guest over at The Magic For Less as to which you would choose:  Garden Wing at the Contemporary for transportation or Coronado Springs - Club-Level for amenities, both at nearly the same price.  Then, we had a review of a Disney Wish cruise (that Neil Patrick Harris was on!) from l...

Listener Questions - February 28, 2024 - WDW 2025 Package Release, Free Water Parks, Multiple Online Check-in DCL, More - BOGP 2443

February 28, 2024 02:00 - 46 minutes - 63.6 MB

Mike, Pam & Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we lead-off the show with the exciting (and unexpected!) announcement of the released of the 2025 Walt Disney World vacation packages yesterday and the offer for 2025 that all Walt Disney World Resort guests can enjoy a FREE day at the Water Parks on their arrival day! We also get some fun questions about checking-in multiple staterooms of different Castaway Club levels with Disney Cruise Line, avoiding the runners ove...

15 Nights at All-Star Music, Couples Celebration, Snacks-a-Plenty, New Experiences Abound - BOGP 2442

February 26, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 84.9 MB

Today we are excited to head out to Idaho to speak with Listener Cindy about her 15-night trip to Disney's All-Star Music Resort last month with her husband! This was a celebratory trip of a couple of milestone birthdays as well as hard-earned retirements from the nursing field. We discuss the challenges of traveling across the country, "Snacking Around the World" instead of dining for a night, Keys to the Kingdom tour, great ideas of what you might do on your "rest day", a great review of O...

Underrated Pools Around Walt Disney World - BOGP 2441

February 23, 2024 02:00 - 41 minutes - 57.7 MB

We are getting your ready for spring and your next Walt Disney World vacation by discussing some of the most underrated Walt Disney World pools on today's show! Hear what Mike, Scott, and Rikki think are some of your best options for both adults and kids to take a break from the theme parks and cool off on your next trip! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show a...

BOGP Open Line - February 17, 2024 - Adults Only Event at Walt Disney World, 1st runDisney Weekend, Next Trip Anxiety - BOGP 2440

February 22, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, February 17, 2024!  During this show, Mike and Scott took your calls on a bunch of Disney topics!  The topic of the night that we had lots of discussion on is if you would support an adult's-only event at Walt Disney World?  We had many calls and comments in the chat with thoughtful ideas on this topic!  We also had a caller getting ready to run her first runDisney race this weekend at Princess Half Marathon Weekend so we gave her so...

Listener Questions - February 21, 2024 - Apple Watch vs. Magic Bands, VIP Tour Advice, Ease of ADRs for Spring Break, More - BOGP 2439

February 21, 2024 02:00 - 47 minutes - 66.1 MB

Mike, Scott & Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using your Apple Watch vs. a MagicBand+ at around Walt Disney World. We also give some advice on how to get the most out of a VIP Tour experience that was gifted to one our our listeners (you are so lucky, Tammy!), and we also try to figure out why there are so many O'hana ADRs still available for Spring Break this year! This and much more coming your way on today's show...

Bonus BOGP Open Line - February 15, 2024 - Virtual Disney Worlds, Sushi Around Epcot, Sangria U & Mosaic Tiles - BOGP 2438

February 19, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 90.3 MB

Happy Monday! Today we have a bit of a different show as we opened up the phone lines to talk some Disney with our listeners this past Thursday night! We spoke with lots of calls on topics such as sushi options around Epcot, preferred room locations at Saratoga Springs Resort, amazing reviews of Sangria University and the Mosaic Tile Experience at Coronado Springs as well as the Keys to the Kingdom tour at Magic Kingdom! We also get into Disney's big-time investment with Epic Games and what ...

Listener Questions - February 16, 2024 - Water Parks 101, runDisney Registration, 1st Night Dinner, Mid-Day Breaks - BOGP 2437

February 16, 2024 02:00 - 49 minutes - 68 MB

Mike & Scott are here on a Friday answering your Listener Questions! Today we have a lot of great stuff including questions from a family that visits Walt Disney World frequently but has never been to a Water Park and is going to head to Blizzard Beach this spring! We also help a Canadian listener who is going to attempt to register for their first 5K over Marathon Weekend in April, discuss some 1st night dining options for another family, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Plea...

Is This Romantic? (2024) - BOGP 2436

February 14, 2024 02:00 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MB

Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! We LOVE that you always take the time to listen to our show! It does mean the world to us! The ladies were both unable to make the show today, so you get a very unusual podcast today! Mike & Scott are judging the romance around Walt Disney World for this year! Hear our thoughts on listener-submitted romantic situations around Walt Disney World property! Then, we try to decide what the other would order from two specific restaurants at Walt Disney World - Trat...

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, Expert Genie+ Tips, Magic Made By Cast Member - BOGP 2435

February 12, 2024 02:00 - 49 minutes - 69 MB

We are excited to head down to Louisville, Kentucky today to speak with fellow podcaster and dad Alex about his trip to Disney's Caribbean Beach last fall with his family! Alex is a veteran Walt Disney World traveler who is an Annual Passholder and visits a few times a year. We discuss why he chose this resort for this trip and what other resorts are high on his list! We also discuss what he thought of traveling over the "fall break" period. Genie+ using was also a fun topic we got into, and...

We "Champion" Some Underdog Walt Disney World & Disneyland Restaurants - BOGP 2434

February 09, 2024 02:00 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

Join Mike, Pam & Rikki as we discuss a few Walt Disney World & Disneyland restaurants that we believe are very underrated and we each champion a couple and tell why these particular locations deserve much more love! Did one of your favorites make the list? Let us know! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please fol...

BOGP Open Line - February 4, 2024 - Disneyland Paris, DCL Embarkation Day Tips, DCL Tipping Talk, 10th Birthday WDW Celebration Planning - BOGP 2433

February 08, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 91.8 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, February 4, 2024!  During this show, Mike and Scott took your calls on a bunch of Disney topics!  We discussed some of Scott's favorite places to get pizza (since he wasn't on Friday's show and he LOVES pizza!) including Pizza Rizzo, Primo Piatto, and California Grill, and then we took calls about an awesome Disneyland Paris trip, making the most of your embarkation day on the Disney Wish, tipping (and giving additional tips) with Di...

Listener Questions - February 7, 2024 - Feedback from Last Week, Vero Beach Questions, To Park Hop or Not with Toddlers, More - BOGP 2432

February 07, 2024 02:00 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MB

Mike, Pam & Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we discuss some feedback from Listener Len who just returned from Walt Disney World last week with his family on this trip! He has so many thoughtful things to say about his adventure! Then, we have a question about Disney's Vero Beach Resort, thoughts on the Southern California Adventures by Disney trip, to Park Hop or not with a toddler, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www....

Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter Resort, After Hours at DHS, Tips with Teens, 1st Dopey Tips, More - BOGP 2431

February 05, 2024 02:00 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MB

Today we are headed up to Iowa to speak with Listener Jenna about her trip to Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter Resort with her husband and two teens! We hear about why this was the perfect resort for what they were looking for in this trip! Jenna also shares some memories from childhood trips from River Country and a tour that kids could do back in the day that you would not believe! We also discuss After Hours at Disney's Hollywood Studios and Jenna's perspective on her first Dopey Chal...

Pizza, Pizza Everywhere Around Walt Disney World - BOGP 2430

February 02, 2024 02:00 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MB

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today discussing how many ways and places you can get pizza around Walt Disney World! From a quick slice in the parks to a fancy pie with the family, we have you covered! We also discuss places where atmosphere adds to the experience, places you can really get unusual pizza, pizza for breakfast, and even get pizza delivered to your resort from off-site locations! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank yo...

BOGP Open Line - January 28, 2024 - State of Virtual Queues in Disney Parks, Popcorn Buckets, Military Discounts & Deals, More - BOGP 2429

February 01, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, January 28, 2024!  During this show, Mike was in the studio solo as Scott was cheering on his Detroit Lions this evening!  During this hour, we had some great calls discussing the current state of virtual queues in the Disney theme parks.  Are they working?  What could be changed?  How do they affect your daily park experience?  We also get a great trip report  from a family that was just down at Wilderness Lodge last week!  Also, we...

Listener Questions - January 31, 2024 - Capture Your Moment, Mears Drop-Off Options, A Green Eel, Flower & Garden Dates, More - BOGP 2428

January 31, 2024 02:00 - 44 minutes - 62 MB

Mike, Pam & Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we discuss a question about the Capture Your Moment photo sessions and if those photos are included with your Memory Maker, getting dropped off by Mears at a resort other than your "reservation resort", in search of a "green eel" from Disney+ over at The Seas at Epcot, frustration with the Flower & Garden Festival dates this year and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguest...

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, Space 220, Character Love, Late-Night Fun - BOGP 2427

January 29, 2024 02:00 - 46 minutes - 64.9 MB

We are excited to have Listener Julius back on the show again after a few years to hear about his recent trip to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort with his wife and 6-year old son! Hear what he thought of this "bucket-list" Disney experience! We also discuss their touring the parks with a younger child and navigating everything using Genie+! Great meals like Space 220, Mama Melrose, Pizza Rizzo, and more are discussed as well! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at ...

Current Thoughts On Virtual Queues, Country Bears, Popcorn Buckets, Dining at DHS, More - BOGP 2426

January 26, 2024 02:00 - 50 minutes - 70.2 MB

Today Mike, Rikki & Scott are here today with some fun Disney discussion to get you ready for a nice weekend! We give a few minutes on topics such as the current state of Virtual Queues around the Disney Parks, counter-service dining at Disney's Hollywood Studios, changes coming to the Country Bears and Tiana's Bayou Adventure, the collection of popcorn buckets, and much more! What are YOUR thoughts on these topics? We'd love to hear them! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our...

BOGP Open Line - January 21, 2024 - WDW Marathon Weekend & Disneyland Half Talk, Fishing at WDW, DVC & Dining Plans, More - BOGP 2425

January 25, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 110 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, January 21, 2024!  During this show, Mike & Scott were back together to take your calls for the hour on a variety of fun Disney topics!  First, we discussed some of the highlights and challenges from the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend and the Disneyland Half-Marathon Weekend with a couple of our listeners!  Then, we has some ADR and Disney Dining Plan discussions with a couple of callers as well!  We also discussed fishing and go...

Listener Questions - Big River Grille Goes Away, DCL Ground Transportation, When to Visit Disney Springs, More - January 24, 2024- BOGP 2424

January 24, 2024 02:00 - 46 minutes - 64.7 MB

Mike, Scott & Rikki are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we discuss the closure of Big River Grill on the Boardwalk and the current status of dining in this area of the resort and what this COULD become! We also discuss options for getting to and from your next Disney Cruise, when the best time is to visit Disney Springs, favorite places to dine at Disney Springs, putting together a split-stay where you need tickets for the length of the stay, crowds for "The Summit" Cheer...

Listener Robin's Ultimate Disney Fairytale Wedding - BOGP 2423

January 22, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 91.4 MB

Today we are excited to head out to Queens to speak with Listener Robin about her ultimate Disney Fairytale Wedding experience! We discuss why she is such a big Disney fan, how the idea of a Disney Wedding came together, and then walk through the whole Disney Wedding experience from the pre-planning to the Wedding Day, and even post-wedding events! You will never believe where the ceremony took place! This has to be the most romantic show we have ever done! We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!...

runDisney 2024 Disneyland Half-Marathon Weekend Recap - BOGP 2422

January 19, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 86.3 MB

Congratulations to everyone who just completed races at either or both Walt Disney World and Disneyland over the past couple of weekends! We are all so very proud of each of you! Today, all four of us are here and Mike & Scott recap the 2024 Disneyland Half-Marathon experience! We discuss the races, medals, shirts, expo, running experiences, then we just talk about the theme park fun, great meals, and what Disney fans can really get out of a Disneyland vacation! We had a great time recording...

Listener Questions - Long-Term Trip Planning, Tipping with Disney Dining Plan, Nassau Excursions, More - January 17, 2024 - BOGP 2421

January 17, 2024 02:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

Mike and Pam are here today answering your Listener Questions! Today we discuss tipping with the return of the Disney Dining Plan, thoughts on a monorail pub crawl and getting a spot at the lounges at the Contemporary Resort, long-term planning for a guest in the UK who is coming over for 18 nights in October, a first-cruise experience for a family in Arkansas, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your s...

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Jared Diamond
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