The Pixie Dust Fan Podcast - A Disney Parks Podcast
231 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 20 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsDisney enthusiasts and best friends Francine and Carrie share laughs, positivity and fun on every episode. They cover a variety of topics including trip reports, Disney tips and tricks, special guests and so much more. If you're planning your vacation or just want to some more Disney in your days - this is the podcast for you!
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Episodes
Episode 31 - Why The WALT Is So Important With Jeff Barnes
March 04, 2020 05:01 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBIt has always been important to me that I call it Walt Disney World. It became a pet peeve of mine when I would see blogs and social media posts referring to it as 'Disney World' - I always want to comment "don't forget WALT"! When I saw some top Disney executives call it 'Disney World' I started to doubt myself, is it really supposed to be Walt? Who could I ask to clear this up for me? The best person I knew to talk about the history of Walt would be Jeff Barnes! Jeff Barnes is is the...
Episode 30 - Disney Bucket Lists With Dustin Fuhs
February 26, 2020 05:01 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBDisney bucket lists - we all have one! On this episode of the podcast Dustin Fuhs and I talk about our bucket list items and what's important to each of us. We may have gone off topic a few times, but it was a lot of fun so I left it all in! You have to let me know if you have some of the same bucket list items! Show Notes and References: Find Dustin on his podcasts: We Like Theme Parks The Universal Joint Podcast Steps to Magic Find Pixie Dust Fan Online Website: www.PixieD...
Episode 29 - Cruising Disney With A Former Cruise Ship Engineer
February 19, 2020 05:01 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MBHave you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes on a cruise ship? I always do! On this episode of the podcast I'm chatting with my friend Matt who used to work on some pretty big cruise lines. He's filling us in on his thoughts on the Disney Cruise he just took against the backdrop of his experience as an engineer on other lines. Some funny stories AND he reveals what the number one guest question was that he answered all the time! Show Notes and References: Hear Jenn talking a...
Episode 28 - Disney's Halloween and Christmas Parties
February 12, 2020 05:01 - 52 minutes - 72 MBThe seasonal parties at Disney are incredibly popular - but what happens at these parties? We're covering all the details of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. Here's all the details you need to know! Show Notes and References: Carrie's cat documentary find on Netlix #Cats_the_mewvie Pixie Dust Fan Online: Website: www.PixieDustFan.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/PixieDustFan Instagram: www.instagram.com/PixieDustFan Join our Faceb...
Episode 27 - Disney's Riviera Resort Review
February 05, 2020 05:01 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBStaying at the newest Disney Vacation Club resort - I have a full review. Should you stay here? Find out what I thought on my first visit. Aside from the Riviera Resort I have some other tidbits of Disney chat to share too! Show Notes and References: Pixie Dust Fan Online: Website: www.PixieDustFan.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/PixieDustFan Instagram: www.instagram.com/PixieDustFan Join our Facebook group: Pixie Dust Fans Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about ...
Episode 26 - Disney Trip January 2020
January 29, 2020 05:01 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBA look back at my January vacation including: - Rise of the Resistance boarding groups - Bathroom breaks in the Rise of Resistance line! - Carrie's first ride on Rise of the Resistance - The Pixie Dust Fan cruise - Experiencing a Disney Cruise with first timers Show Notes and References: Pixie Dust Fan Online: Website: www.PixieDustFan.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/PixieDustFan Instagram: www.instagram.com/PixieDustFan Join our Facebook group: Pixie Dust Fans Visit...
Episode 25 - Is The Disney Dining Plan Worth It?
January 22, 2020 05:01 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MBAre the Disney Dining Plans worth getting? Visiting Walt Disney World it's difficult to navigate all of the components. Do you buy the dining plan? Will it save you money? Is it more hassle than it's worth? On this episode of the podcast we review the 3 dining plans and talk about the pros and cons of each. We also go over some of our favorite snacks and places to USE the dining plans if you get one. We share lots of details and opinions to help you decide if the Disney Dining Plan...
Episode 24 - Disney Land And Sea Vacation
January 14, 2020 00:56 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBCruising is always more fun with friends, that's how the Pixie Dust Fan cruise came to 'be'. Just some friends talking about how it would be awesome if we all cruised together again. Before long - we had a whole plan for a cruise and a BUNCH of friends joining us! Now I've tacked on some park time before and after and I can't wait to get started. In this episode I talk about all of the cruise planning, what I'm most looking forward to AND the park time and some DVC insights. Show Not...
Episode 23 - Disney Weddings
January 08, 2020 05:01 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBYou want your wedding day to be magical, special, memorable. So what do you do when it's 2 Disney fans getting married? You plan the wedding in Walt Disney World of course! Scott shares on the podcast how the wedding plans are coming along, what he's looking forward to and how the trip is all coming together! Show Notes and References: Find Scott on Facebook and instagram @PMV_Scott Scott on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PMVScott/ Scott on Instagram: https://www.instagram....
Episode 22 - Looking forward to Disney in 2020
January 01, 2020 05:01 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBIt's the start of a new year, and a new decade! In this episode we explore what we're most excited about for Disney in 2020! Show Notes and References: Lense Cleaning Wipes HERE Join our Facebook group: Pixie Dust Fans Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on any of the podcast episodes, or to support Pixie Dust Fan shop here
Episode 21 - Gifts that Disney gave us in 2019
December 25, 2019 05:01 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBIt's gift giving season, so Carrie and Pixie Dust Fan chat about what gifts Disney gave us this year that brought us the most joy! Show Notes and References: Blog post about the Disney Pin event Fairy Tails Carrie and I talk all about pin trading on episode 4 Join our Facebook group: Pixie Dust Fans Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on any of the podcast episodes, or to support Pixie Dust Fan shop here
Episode 20 - How I Afford To Go To Disney So Often
December 18, 2019 05:01 - 27 minutes - 25 MBI get asked all the time "how do you afford to go to Disney so often?". It's a bit uncomfortable - but I know that some of you are curious and are looking for your own ways to get to the magic more often!! Here I'm discussing my top 10 things I do to afford my Disney vacations. Show Notes and References: Blog post I refer to on the same topic How I Afford Disney My new Alexa Alarm Clock Join our Facebook group: Pixie Dust Fans Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on an...
Episode 19 - Walt Disney World Trip Report December 2019
December 11, 2019 05:01 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBMy full trip report from December 2019 including my first experience with Star Wars Rise of the Resistance (no spoilers). Carrie and I are talking about it all from Epcot Forever and Tshirt shopping - it's all here! Show Notes and References: Podcast where Carrie and I talk about our first experience in Star Wars Galaxy's Edge Episode 7 - Coast to Coast Disney Adventure Airport Taxi in Toronto I used: Toronto Airport Limo Service We Like Theme Parks Podcast Instagram Account Join...
Episode 18 - Walt Disney World With 15 People At Thanksgiving
December 04, 2019 05:01 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBThanksgiving week is busy at Walt Disney World. On this episode Katie and I catch up about the trip she was planning the last time she was on the podcast. 15 family members on a Disney vacation during peak season? We cover where they ate, how they handled the crowds and how they made the most of their time! Show Notes and References: Katie's Most Delightful Thoughts Podcast here Katie's Most Delightful Thoughts Group on Facebook here Episode where Katie and I talked about her plann...
Episode 17 - Visiting Disney During The Holiday Season
November 27, 2019 05:01 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBThe holiday season is a really magical time at Walt Disney World. Here are 9 things you don't want to miss at Walt Disney World during the holidays! Show Notes and References: Join our Facebook group: Pixie Dust Fans Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on any of the podcast episodes, or to support Pixie Dust Fan shop here
Episode 16 - It's Difficult Being A Canadian Disney Fan
November 20, 2019 05:01 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBSometimes it's really difficult being a Canadian Disney Fan. There are some special challenges for those of us that live outside of the United States. On this episode Carrie and I explore all of the things that make it hard for Canadian Disney fans like us. Show Notes and References: Canadian Disney Addict Blog Video clip so you know who Walter is! Off Duty Movers - Facebook Page Join the Facebook group: Pixie Dust Fans Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on any of ...
Episode 15 - My First Thoughts On Disney+
November 14, 2019 01:39 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB10 Million people subscribed to Disney+ on November 12th - and of course I was one of them! I was overwhelmed and couldn't wait to share with you my first thoughts on the service. What I didn't expect was what my nephew Andrew thought about the service and the new Star Wars show - Mandalorian. Show Notes and References: Join the Facebook group: Pixie Dust Fans Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on any of the podcast episodes, or to support Pixie Dust Fan shop here
Episode 14 - Where Disneyland Has An Edge Over Walt Disney World
November 13, 2019 05:01 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBIt's the great debate - Disneyland vs Walt Disney World. Carrie and I always have this discussion... Her favourite is Disneyland and mine is Walt Disney World - but we both love them BOTH. In this episode we talk about the places where Disneyland has an edge over Walt Disney World! Show Notes and References: Carrie's Disneyland Vloggers: Best Life and Beyond Our Facebook group: Pixie Dust Fans Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on any of the podcast episodes, or to s...
Episode 13 - Crazy Disney Fans and Magic Kingdom Fun
November 06, 2019 05:01 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBSometimes Disney fans can be over the top! In this episode Carrie and I cover the craziness over the missing ketchup and Fuel Rod swapping charges. We also eventually get to talk about Fastpass+ at the Magic Kingdom and what 3 attractions we would pick if we could only get 3 Fastpasses for the week. Show Notes and References: What's a Fuel Rod Blog Charges for Fuel Rod swapping called off Bob Iger's Audible Book - The Ride Of A Lifetime Visit our Amazon store for items we talk a...
Episode 12 - Top 5 Things for the non-Disney person in Walt Disney World
October 30, 2019 04:01 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBNot everyone is excited about going to Walt Disney World for the family vacation. I know right? Hard to believe? What do you do when you're visiting Walt Disney World with someone who maybe isn't as thrilled as you are to be there? My friend Aydin and I share our top 5 suggestions of things to do that are a little 'less Disney'. Show Notes and References: Find Aydin online: Facebook & Instagram Top 5 Date Night Activities Blog Full review of afternoon tea at Disney's Grand Fl...
Episode 11 - Shopping at Disney Springs with Carrie
October 23, 2019 04:01 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBDisney Springs is like a whole other destination at Walt Disney World! In this episode Carrie and I talk about the stores that we absolutely don't want to miss when we visit Disney Springs. Oh... and Carrie spills the beans on her bucket list Shaquille O'Neal selfie! Show notes and references can be found at https://www.pixiedustfan.com/podcast-11-shopping-at-disney-springs/
Episode 10 - My Favourite Quick Service Places At The Magic Kingdom
October 16, 2019 04:01 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBEating quick service meals when you're visiting the Magic Kingdom can be overwhelming - how do you choose? Here I'm sharing my favourite spots to grab a bite in the Magic Kingdom! Show Notes and References: Mobile Order Blog My Michael Iceberg YouTube video Leave a review for us on Apple Podcasts here Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on any of the podcast episodes, or to support Pixie Dust Fan shop here
Episode 9 - Living Close To Disney And A 15 Person Trip
October 09, 2019 04:01 - 34 minutes - 32 MBChatting with the delightful Katie about what it's like to live so close to Walt Disney World that you can drive there for the night! Who doesn't dream of living that close to the parks? We also chat about what's it like to plan a Disney trip for 15 people - what activities to plan and what to avoid. Show Notes and References: Katie's Delightful Podcast is here Find Katie on Instagram @katie_c_miller Katie's group on Facebook Astro Orbiter Review The Alice Network Book & Th...
Episode 8 - Disney Attractions I Miss and One I'm Glad Is Gone
October 02, 2019 04:01 - 30 minutes - 28 MBWith all of the changes and developments at the parks it got me thinking about how much Walt Disney World has changed since I was a kid. Looking back there are some attractions that for pure nostalgia I really miss - but there is one attraction that I am SO glad is gone! It really was horrible! Show Notes: https://www.pixiedustfan.com/podcast-8-extinct-disney-attractions/
Episode 7 - Top 3 Things From Disney Coast To Coast Adventure
September 25, 2019 04:01 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBDisney adventure! It was a blast getting to do both Disneyland AND Walt Disney World in one epic trip!
Episode 6 - Hurricane and 24 hour Disney trip
September 18, 2019 04:01 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this episode I get to chat with Jenn about what it was like being in Walt Disney World as Hurricane Dorian was headed to Orlando. We'll cover all of the confusion and flight craziness - along with a 24 hour whirwind trip that was totally NOT planned! Show Notes and References at Pixie Dust Fan: Pixie Dust Fan Cruise here Pixie Dust Fans Group here Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on any of the podcast episodes here
Episode 5 - The Disney Difference
September 11, 2019 04:01 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBIn this episode Carolyn and I talk about the Disney difference, what sets them apart from others. We share our love of Disney and the details that keep us visiting over and over again! Show Notes and References at Pixie Dust Fan Carolyn is the founder of Pure Magic Vacations Pixie Dust Fan Cruise here Pixie Dust Fans Group here Visit our Amazon store for items we talk about on any of the podcast episodes here Carolyn's Massage Therapist here Joe Rhode Instagram here Mich...
Episode 4 - Disney Pin Trading
September 04, 2019 04:00 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBThank you so much for tuning in to Episode 4! In this episode Carrie and I chat about pin trading at Disney! We cover how she got started, how it works and what these big "pin events" are! Show Notes and References: Visit our Amazon store for some of the items we talk about on the podcast here McDonald's mobile ordering here Loblaws Click and Collect here
Episode 3 - Top 5 Disney Souvenirs
August 21, 2019 04:00 - 33 minutes - 61.8 MBIn this episode Carrie and I chat about what our favorite Disney souvenirs are and what we always buy. Here we reveal what our top 5 Disney souvenirs are - and why we love them! Show Notes and References: Visit our Amazon store for some of the items we talked about on the podcast here Good Food Subscription here Art Supplies Subscription here 5 Guys Burgers here
Episode 2 - How To Be Friends With A Disney Fan
August 07, 2019 04:00 - 27 minutes - 51.1 MBThank you so much for tuning in to Episode 2! In this episode I am sharing with you the tips and tricks that “non-Disney” friends need to know in order to navigate a friendship with a true Disney fan! You don’t want to miss this top 10 list! SHOW NOTES AND REFERENCES: Disney Purses here Disney Cutlery here Katie’s Most Delightful Thoughts Podcast: http://themostdelightfulthoughtspodcast.libsyn.com Westjet Mastercard can be found >here
Pixie Dust Fan Podcast Episode 1 - Welcome
August 05, 2019 04:00 - 8 minutes - 15.3 MBThank you so much for tuning in to Episode 1! In this episode I will share a little about who I am, how I became a Disney fan and what you can expect for future podcast episodes. It's a bit nerve wracking - but exciting to share my love of Disney with you in a different way! Show Notes and References: Who is Pixie Dust Fan: https://www.pixiedustfan.com/pixie-dust-fan/ Katie's Most Delightful Thoughts Podcast: http://themostdelightfulthoughtspodcast.libsyn.com Jenna Kutcher's Po...