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Be Our Guest WDW Podcast

1,113 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.7K ratings

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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Listener Questions - July 19, 2023 - BOGP 2321

July 19, 2023 01:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MB

Mike and Scott are here today answering some fun Listener Questions to help you get through your week! Today we give advice on Deluxe Resorts to consider for a first-time runDisney participant who is bringing some friends and wants everyone to have the best experience ever! We also give thoughts on where to start a "4 Parks in 1 Day" Challenge next week and how to use Genie Plus to their advantage. We discuss resort options for families of 5 and also give our top Quick-Service Dining picks f...

Mike & Scott Discuss Everything But The Podcast Cruise - BOGP 2320

July 17, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MB

Happy Monday, everyone!  We can't wait to share all of the stories from the Be Our Guest Podcast Cruise on the Disney Wish last week, but first, Mike & Scott discuss everything from this trip other than the cruise!  They discuss their stays at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, a great meal at the Diamond Horseshoe, an epic one-day adventure with Genie Plus at Disney's Hollywood Studios, watching a 7-foot "donut" being made (and then eating some of it!) ...

Start, Bench, Trade Walt Disney World Experiences - BOGP 2319

July 14, 2023 01:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MB

Scott & Mike are here today playing another fun game that makes you think about how you would rate Walt Disney World experiences! We have to Start, Bench, & Trade three experiences within a certain category and share the reasoning. From Epcot films, counter-service restaurants, e-Ticket attractions and more, see where your favorites fall for us!   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! Bec...

Mike & Scott Draft Walt Disney World Resort Restrooms, Lobbies & Landscaping - BOGP 2318

July 12, 2023 01:00 - 52 minutes - 72.9 MB

Mike & Scott are back with another "Draft Episode" today to have some conversations about the Walt Disney World Resorts!  We stick with the resorts as we both assemble our best "team" of Walt Disney World Resort restrooms, lobbies, and overall landscaping!  There is a twist this time, however!  You have to pick one Value, Moderate, and Deluxe and get one "Wildcard" pick!  See if our teams match yours and who won each round?  We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.be...

Pre-Walt Disney World Trip Logistics Discussion - BOGP 2317

July 10, 2023 01:00 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MB

Mike & Scott start a week of fun shows with a discussion on our pre-trip logistics that we have to consider before our Disney trips!  When do we start packing?  Do we make lists?  Do we do pre-trip shopping?  What is our airline process like at our home airport?  What is our preferred airline and why?  We share tips and stories as to why the hours before you even get to Walt Disney World can be some of the most fun of the trip!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at...

Advantages & Disadvantages For Walt Disney World Resort Locations - BOGP 2316

July 07, 2023 01:00 - 52 minutes - 72.8 MB

Mike & Pam are here today to discuss the pros & cons of different areas of select Walt Disney World Resorts!  We talk about which areas of Caribbean Beach are closest to the Skyliner, but might be a bit longer walk to the feature pool, food court, etc.  We also discuss pool access and ease of dining options at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort.  We hit Coronado Springs, Pop Century, Art of Animation, The Polynesian Village Resort and more talking about where you might want your room to be loc...

Listener Questions - July 5, 2023 - BOGP 2315

July 05, 2023 01:00 - 43 minutes - 60.6 MB

Mike and Scott are here today answering some fun Listener Questions to help you get through your week! Today Mike & Scott have an interesting discussion on if Orlando International Airport (MCO) is really all it is cracked up to be and also discuss the current state of affairs for wait times through TSA, we discuss scheduling a Fireworks Dessert Party on the last night of your trip, combining ADRs at O'hana, relaxing things to do outside the parks with little ones, and much more! We hope you...

Traveling From the United Kingdom for a 4 Week Trip - BOGP 2314

July 03, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 66 MB

Today we head over to the United Kingdom to speak with Listener Vikki about her 4 week trip to Central Florida last summer on today's show!  Hear about her backstory as a Disney fan (and now DVC Member at three different resorts!) as well as what it is like to be a passionate Disney fan in the UK!  We talk about her stays last summer at Animal Kingdom Lodge - Club Level, Boardwalk Villas, Old Key West, Vero Beach, fun times in the theme parks, and much more!   We hope you enjoy today’s podca...

Guess That Walt Disney World Restaurant - BOGP 2313

June 30, 2023 01:00 - 43 minutes - 60.7 MB

Rikki, Scott, and Mike are here today to get your weekend started with a game that might just help you discover a new restaurant or two for your next Walt Disney World vacation!  We each give a menu item to the other two members of the panel, and we have to guess which Walt Disney World restaurant we think that menu item comes from.  We discover some very interesting menu items and diverse options at some great WDW restaurants today!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our webs...

BOGP Open Line - June 25, 2023 - BOGP 2312

June 29, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 99.7 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, June 25, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott discuss those last-minute things that we are thinking about as we are under a week until we leave for the Be Our Guest Podcast Cruise trip!  We talk about items that we might forget to pack, especially electronics that we need during our trip!  We take lots of calls over the hour as well discussing Rogers: The Musical from Don, Shaggy in Virginia talks about his tips as how to "lighten t...

Listener Questions - June 28, 2023 - BOGP 2311

June 28, 2023 01:00 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MB

Rikki, Scott, and Mike are here today answering some fun Listener Questions to help you get through your week! Today we discuss thoughts on some free or less-expensive things to do around Walt Disney World during this holiday season, Jollywood Nights vs. Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, the protocols for the badges at the Firehouse at the Magic Kingdom, ADRs for first-time Walt Disney World guests, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguest...

Disney’s Pop Century Resort, 9-Night Trip with Tours, Great Meals, Shows & More - BOGP 2310

June 26, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

Today we are joined by Listeners Tony & Maggie from Ohio to talk about an amazing 9 day trip to Walt Disney World last fall!  We discuss how this trip was delayed due to COVID, and then jump into their stay at Disney's Pop Century Resort!  We also discuss how they didn't use Park Hopper nor Genie Plus during the trip and still had a great time!  Dining?  We talk Topolino's Terrace, Homecomin', Hoop Dee Do Revue, and more!  Entertainment?  We discuss Caring for Giants Tour, Keys to the Kingdo...

Christmas in June 2023 - BOGP 2309

June 23, 2023 01:00 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MB

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!  Today, Pam & Mike break down the holiday happenings around Walt Disney World later this year!  We discuss Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Jollywood Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios, the Festival of the Holidays over at Epcot, happenings at Disney's Animal Kingdom Park, resort fun and more!  We are getting you ready for the holiday season, because as a Disney fan you know - it will be here before you know it!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  P...

BOGP Open Line - June 18, 2023 - BOGP 2308

June 22, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, June 18, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott discuss all of the holiday happening that were announced for Walt Disney World this season!  Mostly, we talked about the "Jollywood Nights" coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios!  What an event!  Plus, Listener Abby calls in from Indiana with a great review of her first Disneyland trip with an awesome tip for those looking to workout during their vacations!    Listener Vero Mike gives us ...

Listener Questions - June 21, 2023 - BOGP 2307

June 21, 2023 01:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MB

Mike and Pam are here today answering some fun Listener Questions to help you get through your week! Today Pam gives a few thoughts on her trip to Disneyland last week, we look for quiet restaurants where you can actually carry on a conversation between two families meeting for the first time, three day Park Hopper tickets or 4 day base tickets, "Start, Bench, Trade" three restaurant experiences around Walt Disney World, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our websit...

Live From Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort with Listener Stephanie - June 2023 - BOGP 2306

June 19, 2023 01:00 - 39 minutes - 54.9 MB

We are trying something new today!  Listener Stephanie joins us today LIVE from Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort on the last day of her 10 day Walt Disney World vacation!  We hear about how hot it has been at WDW over the past week, flying into Sanford Airport from Indiana on Allegiant Airlines, great meals at places like Chefs de France, Mama Melrose, Cinderella's Royal Table, and more!  We also hear about how much she loved the Keys to the Kingdom Tour as well as using Genie ...

Connecting Childhood Memories To Walt Disney World - BOGP 2305

June 16, 2023 01:00 - 43 minutes - 60 MB

Today, Mike & Scott take you down Memory Lane by discussing how certain things around Walt Disney World property can trigger memories from our childhood!  We discuss the Big Wheel at Disney's Pop Century Resort, the Home Run pool at Disney's All-Star Sports, the decor at Casey's Corner, Winter/Summerland Mini-Golf Courses, Toy Story Land experiences and much more!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support o...

BOGP Open Line - June 11, 2023 - BOGP 2304

June 15, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 85.6 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, June 11, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott took a ton of calls about all kinds of fun Disney topics!  First, we got a call from Louisville, Kentucky from a listener headed to Walt Disney World to celebrate her birthday for a quick 48 hour trip without the kids and with her best friend.  What advice did we have?  We also spoke with a listener from Virginia about his first trip out to Disneyland Resort, where is he staying at the D...

Listener Questions - June 14, 2023 - BOGP 2303

June 14, 2023 01:00 - 43 minutes - 60 MB

Mike, Rikki, and Scott are here today tackling some fun and interesting listener questions! We discuss fun things to do on your sea day during a Disney Cruise for a listener who will have 4 sea days during a 10-night Disney Fantasy sailing, we rank the Italian table-service restaurants at Walt Disney World currently, discuss registration for the runDisney Princess Half-Marathon Weekend, talk about experiences a younger guest might enjoy at Epcot's Festival of the Arts and much more! We hope ...

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Party of 12, Caring for Giants, Typhoon Lagoon, March 2023, More - BOGP 2302

June 12, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MB

We have a great trip report to share with you today!  Listener Kody joins us from right down the road from the Be Our Guest Podcast Studios in O'Fallon, Missouri to share his trip to Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort this past March!  We hear about how his party of 12 came together to have such a great trip!  We talk about flying Frontier Airlines to save some money, attending the After Hours event at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Caring for Giants Tour at Disney's Animal Kingdom Park, Typhoon L...

”Sleeper” Table-Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World - BOGP 2301

June 09, 2023 01:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MB

Today, Mike, Rikki, and Pam give our top "sleeper" Table-Service restaurants at Walt Disney World that you might want to consider for your next Walt Disney World trip!  We hit all four theme parks, Disney Springs, and the resorts as well!  Did your favorite make the cut?  What did we leave off our list?  Let us know!  From Tusker House to City Works to Tiffins, we have some suggestions for your next trip!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast....

BOGP Open Line - June 4, 2023 - BOGP 2300

June 08, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 87.3 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, June 4, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott took a ton of calls about all kinds of fun Disney topics!  First, we discussed meeting characters on your next Disney Cruise!  We also talked about advice we give to friends & family when they come to us when heading to Walt Disney World for the first time.  Another great discussion we had with a caller was about using technology similar to Amazon "Go-Stores" at Walt Disney World in the f...

Listener Questions - June 7, 2023 - BOGP 2299

June 07, 2023 01:00 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MB

Mike and Pam are here today tackling some fun and interesting listener questions! We discuss if the Fantasmic Dining Package is worth it for the guaranteed seating over at Disney's Hollywood Studios, thoughts on if DisneyBands+ will roll-out soon to all of the ships in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, how to really "spoil" your little girl for her first Walt Disney World trip, logistics of the Disney Cruise Line 5K, to stay at Disney's Caribbean Beach or the Dolphin, and much more! We hope you ...

5 Good Minutes on Walt Disney World Topics with Mike & Scott - BOGP 2298

June 05, 2023 01:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MB

We are mixing it up a bit today to start your week!  Mike & Scott are together again and we take a bit from the TV show "Pardon The Interruption" and talk for "5 Good Minutes" on a bunch of Disney topics brought up LIVE by our chat room!  We talk Disney mini-golf, best Club-Level rooms on-property, favorite all-you-care-to-eat options around Walt Disney World, adding another ticket day or an After Hours event to your trip, best restaurant for a Fantasmic Dining Package and much more!  We hop...

Mike & Scott Draft Best Walt Disney World Bathrooms, Lands, & Photopass Locations - BOGP 2297

June 02, 2023 01:00 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MB

We hope you are ready for a great weekend!  Today Mike & Scott draft their top Walt Disney World Photopass spots, Walt Disney World Lands, and Walt Disney World Bathroom locations.  Did your spots make the list?  What did we miss? Let us know on the social media this weekend or better yet, give us a call during the Live Call-in Show this Sunday night!  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...

BOGP Open Line - May 28, 2023 - BOGP 2296

June 01, 2023 01:00 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, May 28, 2023!  During this show, Mike was in the studio solo, but we got lots of great calls so it was a lot of fun!  Jay called in from Florida to ask about if he should head to Disneyland or sail with Royal Caribbean in September with his family, then we got a call from New Jersey about ADR options for a party of 11!  We also discussed Galactic Starcruiser with CorynOfAmber from the chat as he secured his reservation for September ...

Listener Questions - May 31, 2023 - BOGP 2295

May 31, 2023 01:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MB

Mike and Scott are here today tackling some fun and interesting listener questions! We discuss ideas for a shared "Mom's/Dad's" Night Out for a group from the United Kingdom, talk about using Rider Swap, where are the blankets at Walt Disney World Resorts, looking for a Monte Cristo at Walt Disney World, parking at one theme park and ending your day at another theme park, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’s show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much...

More Listener Questions - Live! - BOGP 2294

May 29, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MB

Happy Memorial Day here in the United States! I hope that Summer 2023 is off to a great start for you! Today, Mike tries something a little different and opens up the phone lines to answer more listener questions LIVE! We discuss thoughts on what might become of the Galactic Starcruiser after it closes, talk about general pricing and booking procedures for a Disney Cruise, which month (February or April) might be better for a Disneyland vacation, when is best to "hop" in the virtual queue fo...

Tough Walt Disney World Choices - Summer 2023 Edition - BOGP 2293

May 26, 2023 01:00 - 44 minutes - 61.6 MB

Welcome to Summer 2023 everyone! Today, Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here playing a game of "Tough Disney Choices: Summer 2023 Edition!" Play right along with us! Poncho or umbrella? Carousel of Progress or Enchanted Tiki Room for some A/C in the heat of the day? Mickey Bar or Mickey Ice Cream Sandwich? Kali River Rapids or Grizzly River Run? Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach? Polite Pig or Flame Tree BBQ? These and much more on today's show!  We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our ...

BOGP Open Line - May 21, 2023 - BOGP 2292

May 25, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, May 21, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott discuss the big news of the week that the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser will be closing at the end of September!  We give our thoughts on why we think this experience didn't find the success that Disney was expecting and what could be next for the buildings and experiences that Disney developed for this themed area.  We also had lots of amazing thoughts on this topic by many great caller...

Listener Questions - May 24, 2023 - BOGP 2291

May 24, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 66.2 MB

Mike, Rikki and Pam are here today answering some great listener questions! We start off with Pam giving a few brief thoughts on her experiences with the Galactic Starcruiser since she had this cool experience herself a few months back and then we tackle some great questions! We discuss Love Bugs at Walt Disney World, the best snacks at Epcot right now, the best current buffets around Walt Disney World, if Genie+ if a good purchase at Disney Springs, dining for a picky eater, and much more! ...

Australian Family Enjoys Disney Wish & Walt Disney World at Pop Century, Caribbean Beach, Port Orleans Riverside, Much More - April 2023- BOGP 2290

May 22, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 86.6 MB

What are the chances?  We have another listener from Australia joining us for today's show!  Melissa joins us from Brisbane, Australia to share highlights from her trip with her husband and son to Walt Disney World and sailing on the Disney Wish last month!  We talk about traveling from the other side of the world and the challenges involved there.  Then, we discuss her stays at Pop Century, Caribbean Beach Resort, and Port Orleans Riverside!  We also talk dining at locations like Mama Melro...

”Sleeper” Quick-Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World - BOGP 2289

May 19, 2023 01:00 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MB

We hope you aren't hungry going into today's show!  Today, Mike, Rikki, and Pam give our top "sleeper" quick-service restaurants at Walt Disney World that you might want to consider for your next Walt Disney World trip!  We hit all four theme parks, Disney Springs, and the resorts as well!  Did your favorite make the cut?  What did we leave off our 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 suppo...

BOGP Open Line - May 14, 2023 - BOGP 2288

May 18, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 87.9 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, May 14, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott discuss news of the week including the 2024 package release coming up on May 31, the return of two Disney Dining Plans, the elimination of Theme Park Reservations with date-based tickets starting on January 9, 2024, memories of the old Tables in Wonderland program, and more!  We also hear from Brandon about his recent trip with some great restaurant reviews and thoughts on some Disney Vis...

Listener Questions - May 17, 2023 - BOGP 2287

May 17, 2023 01:00 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MB

Mike, Rikki and Pam are here today answering some great listener questions! We start off discussing transportation options from your Walt Disney World Resort to Port Canaveral (especially for those sailing with us on the Disney Wish in July!), talk about Annual Passholder "perks" coming in June, location requests at Disney's Art of Animation Resort, "extra" experiences to spice up a trip for guests who are lucky enough to visit Walt Disney World often, and much more! We hope you enjoy today’...

From Australia to Walt Disney World & Disneyland - Boardwalk, Bay Lake Tower, Solo Fun, Shopping, Dining, More - BOGP 2286

May 15, 2023 01:00 - 58 minutes - 80.4 MB

Today, we head to the other side of the planet to speak with Listener Sandra from Australia about her trip to Walt Disney World (and Disneyland) last summer!  We talk about how she grew up a Disney fan "down under" and some of the logistics of traveling to Walt Disney World from such a distance!  We also hear about her purchase of DVC, 10+ night stay at Walt Disney World, staying at the Boardwalk & Bay Lake Tower, attending Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, spending a day at Typhoon Lag...

Listener Questions - May 12, 2023 - BOGP 2285

May 12, 2023 01:00 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MB

Mike, Rikki and Pam are here today answering some great listener questions! We of course have a bit more information discussing the 2024 package release coming up on May 31, 2023 and then answer some questions about making ADRs for trips longer than 10 nights, booking ADRs for larger groups and trying to sit together, traveling with children that aren't biologically yours with Disney Cruise Line, the pros and cons of early and late dining on Disney Cruise Line, and much more! We hope you enj...

BOGP Open Line - May 7, 2023 - BOGP 2284

May 11, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 94.6 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, May 7, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott discuss the upcoming Be Our Guest Podcast Cruise on the Disney Wish July 3-7, 2023 and talked about our pre- and post-cruise stays.  We also talked about the excitement every Disney fan gets at this point of about 60 days prior to a trip when the vacation really starts to feel "real" and you can start making concrete plans!  We also get calls about taking a toddler to Walt Disney World and...

2024 WDW Package Details, Disney Dining Plans, Theme Park Reservations Changing, More - BOGP 2283

May 10, 2023 01:00 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MB

Pam, Rikki, and Mike are here with a show packed full of Walt Disney World news for you today! We discuss the 2024 Walt Disney World Package release, which will happen on Wednesday, May 31, 2023! We also discuss the 2 Disney Dining Plans that will be able to be booked, Theme Park Reservations going away for date-based tickets on January 9, 2024, changes to Genie Plus and Individual Lightning Lanes, room view changes at Deluxe Resorts, "Good-to-Go Days" for Annual Passholders, and much more! ...

runDisney Springtime Surprise Challenge, Dolphin, Blue Zoo, Il Mulino, Tron, HEA, More - BOGP 2282

May 08, 2023 01:00 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MB

We are excited to head to Baltimore, Maryland today to speak with Listener Michelle about her experience from last month at the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend! She traveled down with her husband and met some friends and stayed at the Walt Disney World Dolphin. We hear about her two days just "vacationing" before the race weekend events started, including great meals at Topolino's Terrace, Ale & Compass, Woody's Backyard BBQ, and more! We also talk about why the Skyliner isn't for ever...

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo at Walt Disney World - BOGP 2281

May 05, 2023 01:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MB

Pam, Rikki, and Mike are all here today giving some tips and memories for celebrating Cinco de Mayo at Walt Disney World! We tell you what you can expect if you plan to be at the Mexico Pavilion on this holiday, especially when it lands on a weekend like this year! We also discuss great restaurants (both table and counter service) to get Mexican-inspired dishes! We have a discussion as to where to get a nice Margarita today (and some places that are off the beaten path!) and live entertainme...

BOGP Open Line - April 30, 2023 - BOGP 2280

May 04, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 92 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, April 30, 2023!  Tonight's show was dedicated to the memory of the late Mike Shannon, Cardinal broadcaster and player for over 60 years who brought so much joy to the folks around St. Louis.  During this show, Mike & Scott discuss the news of the week including a story that is going around social media about Walt Disney World being the world's biggest scam, with $800 lightsabers, crazy-expensive character meals, unrealistic use of Ge...

Listener Questions - May 3, 2023 - BOGP 2279

May 03, 2023 01:00 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MB

Mike, Rikki and Pam are here today answering some great listener questions! We start off the show about how some social media folks can really get your blood boiling, then answer some questions about not getting overwhelmed on your first Walt Disney World trip in the heat of the summer, suggestions for a great 25th Anniversary dinner, one tip each for 1st time guests with Disney Cruise Line, scheduling your first and last day at Disneyland with a 5 Day ticket, and much more! We hope you enjo...

Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter, Storybook Dining, Niece’s 1st Trip, Halloween Fun, More - BOGP 2278

May 01, 2023 01:00 - 52 minutes - 72.8 MB

Today we are headed up to New York City to speak with Listener Tori about her trip to Walt Disney World with her mother and 8 year old niece! This was her niece's first trip to the World, so this was super-special for everyone involved! Hear about how this trip came together quickly, staying at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter Resort, dining at The Boathouse, Chef Art Smith's Homecomin', Storybooking Dining at Artist's Point at Wilderness Lodge, Be Our Guest and more! Also, we discuss us...

Getting The Most From The My Disney Experience App - BOGP 2277

April 28, 2023 01:00 - 48 minutes - 66.5 MB

Pam, Rikki, and Mike are all here today and we dive deep into the My Disney Experience app so that you get the most out of this useful tool on your next Walt Disney World vacation! We start quickly with the basics like linking your resort reservation, tickets, and making ADRs, but then we give some "pro tips" like using Mobile Order check-out, Car Locator, AdventHealth Doctor Finder, photo filters to share on social media, powerful filters to find nearby dining, restrooms, Photopass photogra...

BOGP Open Line - April 23, 2023 - BOGP 2276

April 27, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 112 MB

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, April 23, 2023!  During this show, Mike was flying solo as Scotty G was out in Washington, DC for the weekend!  Mike gets lots of great calls tonight about experiences purchasing new Annual Passes last week, discussion on "Murphy the Dragon" at Fantasmic at Disneyland catching on fire, the Cabins at Fort Wilderness becoming DVC properties, and a great trip report discuss a Tower Studio at Disney's Riviera Resort along with much more!...

Listener Questions - April 26, 2023 - BOGP 2275

April 26, 2023 01:00 - 54 minutes - 74.9 MB

Mike, Rikki and Pam are here today answering some great listener questions! We are back in Halloween season at Walt Disney World with tickets to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party going on-sale for on-site guests tomorrow, so we get a question about touring strategies for the Magic Kingdom while the parties are happening in the fall, we discuss stroller strategies for a family with a child who is old enough to not need a stroller at home, but might just need one at Walt Disney World, to c...

Running All Walt Disney World Resorts, Hitting All WDW Theme Parks, Rides, Snacks, 26.2+ Magical Miles - BOGP 2274

April 24, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MB

We are headed out to Baltimore, Maryland today to speak with Listener Eric about a very unique solo trip he took late last summer for a unique challenge he thought of while lying in bed one night! We start off talking about how his love of Walt Disney World started in 2018 and has just grown since then. Next, we talk about this amazing challenge where he ran over 26.2 miles in one day, while running at least a mile at each Walt Disney World Resort and visiting each of the four theme parks, r...

Tron, Happily Ever After, Narcoossee’s New Menu, New Rooms at Sports, Grand Floridian, runDisney Springtime Surprise, More - BOGP 2273

April 21, 2023 01:00 - 59 minutes - 82.4 MB

Pam and Mike are both just back from Walt Disney World and share some great tips to make your next Walt Disney World vacation even better! We discuss experiencing Tron and tips with both riding this awesome coaster and getting through the virtual queue process! Pam also talks about staying in the newly-refurbished rooms at Disney's All-Star Sports and Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Also, Pam gives a quick review of the newly re-opened Narcoossee's restaurant at the Grand Floridian, a...

Listener Questions - April 19, 2023 - BOGP 2272

April 19, 2023 01:00 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MB

Mike, Rikki and Pam are here today answering some great listener questions! We start off the show today with some questions about virtual queues!  What happens if your virtual queue time opens up while you are enjoying your ADR that you have waiting so long to experience?  Also, how do virtual queues work for those Deluxe Resort Extra Evening Hours?  We also discuss a best itinerary for a first-time guest with Disney Cruise Line who wants to spend time at Walt Disney World too, and also tack...

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