TDR Now Travel Podcast
367 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsA podcast for theme park fans who love to travel! We're the longest-running show dedicated to informing you about theme parks in Asia including Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios Japan. Come and travel along with us.
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Episodes
The Most Affordable Tokyo Disney Hotel | 310
May 27, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBThe Tokyo Disney Celebration Hotel is the most affordable Tokyo Disney Resort Hotel, and we’ll discuss it to help you decide if it’s right for you! From where it's located, how much it costs, and what perks you'll receive, along with our tips and advice for your stay.
First Impressions of Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea | 309
May 14, 2024 15:10 - 1 hour - 171 MBWe dive deep into Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea, where Chris attended a special preview before the official opening on June 6, 2024.
Tokyo Disney Resort has Four Events for Spring 2024 | 308
May 08, 2024 14:40 - 1 hour - 119 MBThe calm before the Fantasy Springs storm at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea! Four events are happening at the Parks right now, and we talk about all of them! Donald's Quacky Duck City, Tokyo DisneySea Food and Wine Festival, Dreaming of Fantasy Springs, and Duffy and Friends Come Find Spring!
My Experience Aboard the Disney Dream Cruise in 2024 | 307
May 01, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 173 MBChris recently went on a cruise aboard the Disney Dream! In this episode, we’ll discuss everything he liked and didn’t like and share his overall experience.
Tokyo Disney Resort Vacation Packages Revisited | 306
April 23, 2024 16:00 - 57 minutes - 107 MBVacation packages are one of the most frequently asked questions about Tokyo Disney Resort. We’ll discuss them and help you decide if they’re worth getting for your trip, but they’re not for everyone.
Retro Tokyo DisneySea “Fairies Primavera” | Rebroadcast
April 15, 2024 12:00 - 32 minutes - 61.3 MBA rebroadcast of our episode 226 from 2021! We'll be back next week with new episodes. Join us as we look back at the Spring Carnival event at Tokyo DisneySea from 2007 to 2010, including the gorgeous daytime show “Fairies Primavera.” We’ll talk about the displays, decorations, and what we loved about this event that’s now part of the history of Tokyo DisneySea!
Where to find CHEAP Tokyo Disneyland Merchandise | Rebroadcast
April 01, 2024 12:00 - 35 minutes - 67.1 MBHey Explorers! We'll be back next week with new episodes. In the meantime, here's a rebroadcast of a popular episode. You don't have to pay full price for Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea merchandise. We share places to find second-hand merchandise in the Tokyo area so you can save yourself some money! This episode was initially released in September 2021.
Guide to Ghibli Park Near Nagoya, Japan | Rebroadcast
March 25, 2024 12:00 - 30 minutes - 57.4 MBHey Explorers! We're taking a little break from new episodes but rebroadcasting a few for you. We discuss everything you need to know about Ghibli Park near Nagoya, Japan! Plan your trip and know what to expect when you visit. This was initially released in December 2022 in episode 270.
Things You Can’t Do at Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast
March 18, 2024 12:00 - 34 minutes - 64.1 MBHey Explorers! We're taking a little break from new episodes but rebroadcasting a few for you. We discuss things you cannot do at Tokyo Disneyland, initially in episode 232 from August 2021.
Cool Japan 2024 at Universal Studios Japan | 305
March 11, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 151 MBCool Japan is back at Universal Studios Japan with My Hero Academia, Detective Conan, Monster Hunter, and Demon Slayer! We talk about our experience and give tips for your visit.
Our Favourite Spots at the Tokyo Disney Hotels | 304
March 04, 2024 12:00 - 53 minutes - 100 MBWe discuss our favourite lounges, restaurants, and relaxing places at the different hotels in and around Tokyo Disney Resort! Get our 2024 digital guidebook for Tokyo Disney Resort and make your travel planning easier!
Everything You Need to Know About Universal Studios Japan in 2024 | 303
February 26, 2024 15:33 - 1 hour - 175 MBEverything you need to know about planning for Universal Studios Japan in 2024! From Super Nintendo World to food to expert tips. If you’re visiting this year, then you’ll want to listen to this on repeat. You can get our 2024 Universal Studios Japan Digital Guidebook right from our website, too!
Everything You Need to Know About Tokyo Disney Resort in 2024 | 302
February 22, 2024 16:00 - 2 hours - 229 MBEverything you need to know about planning for Tokyo Disney Resort in 2024! From Fantasy Springs to food to expert tips. If you’re visiting this year, then you’ll want to listen to this on repeat. Our digital travel guide to Tokyo Disney Resort for 2024 will be available very soon.
Fantasy Springs Hotel at Tokyo DisneySea Explained | 301
February 13, 2024 15:28 - 1 hour - 124 MBWe break down the details about the new Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Hotel because it’s confusing and has two vastly different price points.
Minnie’s Funderland at Tokyo Disneyland | 300
February 05, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 131 MBMinnie Mouse has her seasonal event at Tokyo Disneyland this winter called Minnie’s Funderland. We discuss food, merchandise, decorations, and entertainment.
Beauty and the Beast Musical at Tokyo Disney Resort | 299
January 29, 2024 12:25 - 1 hour - 149 MBDid you know there’s a Broadway version of Beauty and the Beast at Tokyo Disney Resort? Trish gives her thoughts after watching the show for the first time!
Is Universal Studios Beijing Worth Visiting? | 298
January 09, 2024 12:30 - 1 hour - 113 MBDive into Chris' winter visit to Universal Studios Beijing with us! From travel tips to tasty treats, food, merchandise, attractions, and the ultimate question: Is it worth visiting?
Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland | 297
January 02, 2024 02:12 - 57 minutes - 107 MBZootopia is finally open at Shanghai Disneyland! We discuss everything about this new land, including tips for your visit to maximize your time there. From the food to character greetings to merchandise and, of course, the ride, we’ll cover it all!
How Christmas in Japan is Different | Rebroadcast
December 18, 2023 16:19 - 1 hour - 134 MBHow does Christmas differ in Japan from Canada, the US, Australia, the United Kingdom, and other countries? We discuss things like food and customs here in Japan! This is a rebroadcast of episode 64, which was initially released on December 12, 2016.
Guide to World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland | 296
December 11, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBThe World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland is the latest area to open at the Park. We discuss everything you need to know for your visit!
Our Club 33 Experience at Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast
December 04, 2023 13:08 - 58 minutes - 109 MBThis is a rebroadcast of episode 104, titled "Club 33 at Tokyo Disneyland," from 2017. We begin talking about our experience at the 30-minute mark if you want to skip to that portion. We'll have a new regular episode out later this week!
When to Visit Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea | 295
November 14, 2023 02:00 - 58 minutes - 110 MBAfter some delays, Fantasy Springs opens on June 6, 2024, at Tokyo DisneySea. We discuss when we think you should visit (or not) Tokyo DisneySea in 2024 when this new Port-of-Call opens in the most extensive expansion at Tokyo Disney Resort!
How was Halloween at Tokyo Disney in 2023? | 294
October 30, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBHalloween at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea was in full swing this year after almost four years of nothing. However, not everything is back to how it was in 2019, and we explain why we think that is. We also discussed the food we tried, the merchandise we bought, and the entertainment we watched!
Universal Studios Japan WINS Halloween with Horror Nights & Pokémon | 293
October 23, 2023 15:00 - 48 minutes - 90.9 MBUniversal Studios Japan pulls out all the stops for their Halloween events with Horror Nights and "Hahaha! Halloween," including Pokémon. We discuss these two spooky events and talk about our experiences.
Differences Between Halloween Horror Nights in Japan vs. USA | 292
October 17, 2023 05:22 - 34 minutes - 64.6 MBWhat are the differences between Halloween Horror Nights in the US vs Japan? We talk about all the different things and what we like and dislike.
What we know about Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea | 291
September 19, 2023 12:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBWe know more about the new expansion at Fantasy Springs opening at Tokyo DisneySea this coming spring! We go over everything we know and our guesses as to when it'll open.
Popular Characters in Japan and Where to Find Them | 290
August 30, 2023 12:24 - 37 minutes - 52 MBJapan is known for its cute characters. We discuss what characters are popular in Japan, including ones created in Japan or ones that took on a life of their own that aren't originally from the country! — This is early access to our latest episode as part of your perk for supporting us on Patreon! As always, thank you so much for the endless support. It means the world to us. Chris & Trish
Our Favourite Places to Eat in Japan – Episode 289
August 12, 2023 22:08 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBHey Explorers! Trish and I discuss a variety of places we love to eat at within Tokyo, around Tokyo Disney Resort, and other locations throughout Japan! Here's a list of the places we mention in the episode: Urayasu (Tokyo Disney Resort Area): もんJa, Laumelia, Bountiful, Hyatt Regency Rooftop, Matsuri Brewery, Shinra, Mountain Asian Restaurant Patricia's List: Breakfast: Komeda Cute: Q-Pot Cafe City View: The Moon at Mori Art Museum Surprise Me: Shinjuku Tachikichi Fine Dining/Stylish...
Summer 2023 at Tokyo Disney & Universal Japan – Episode 288
August 01, 2023 20:00 - 41 minutes - 57 MBHey Explorers! We discuss the summer events at Tokyo Disney Resort and Universal Studios Japan. From the new Baymax show at Tokyo Disneyland to Super Mario Power-Up Summer at Universal Studios Japan. If you find yourself at the Parks this summer, a lot is going on. Don't worry; we also talk about all the delicious food!
My experience at IAAPA Expo Asia in Singapore – Episode 287
July 10, 2023 12:41 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBHey Explorers! I was fortunate enough to attend IAAPA Expo Asia in Singapore this year. I share my experience of attending and seeing all the wonderful things that make our theme parks so wonderful, from the ride manufacturers to talks from people who create the food, merchandise, and entertainment in our favourite parks, including a special evening at Universal Studios Singapore.
Our Favourite Things at Universal Studios Japan – Episode 286
June 27, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBWe discuss our current favourite things at Universal Studios Japan. From food to attractions to entertainment! This episode idea came from a listener submission on Spotify.
Duffy Takes Over Hong Kong Disneyland – Episode 285
June 12, 2023 12:02 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBDuffy and Friends have taken over Hong Kong Disneyland, and we discuss what to expect during this event until the end of June! Including food, merchandise, and entertainment.
Universal Japan is Closing 3 Rides – Theme Park News – Episode 284
June 01, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes - 53.6 MBWe discuss the biggest story coming out of Universal Studios Japan with the announcement of permanently closing three of its major attractions. Along with Tokyo Disney Resort changes and things opening at Hong Kong Disneyland!
Our Thoughts on the Tokyo Disney 40th Anniversary – Episode 283
May 23, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBWe share our honest thoughts on the Tokyo Disney Resort 40th Anniversary and its offerings, including food, merchandise, decorations (or lack thereof), and the new Disney Harmony in Color parade.
Glamping Near Mt. Fuji in Japan – Episode 282
May 02, 2023 12:01 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBHello, Explorers! Trish recently went on a glamping trip near Mt. Fuji, and we talked about her experience, including her encounter inside a bat cave (yes, you read that right).
Spy x Family at Universal Studios Japan – Episode 281
April 19, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 38 MBA Spy x Family event is happening now at Universal Studios Japan as part of Cool Japan 2023! We talk about the food, merchandise, and what to expect if you decide to visit!
Haunted Mansion “Anime” at Tokyo Disneyland – Episode 280
April 13, 2023 00:32 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBWe discuss the Haunted Mansion AR overlay at Tokyo Disneyland that features artwork done in the anime style! Trish shares her experience of using the AR around the Park!
The new parade at Universal Studios Japan is FUN! – Episode 279
April 04, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBUniversal Studios Japan finally started its new parade called "No Limit! Parade," and we got to experience it! Featuring Pokemon, Mario Kart, Hello Kitty, Peanuts, and other characters makes for such a fun and unique parade experience here in Japan. We talk about what to expect, how to get the best spot and gush about how much fun you'll have watching this parade.
Super Nintendo World Differences Japan vs. USA – Episode 278
March 14, 2023 13:18 - 33 minutes - 46 MBWe discuss the differences between Super Nintendo World in Japan and the US! From the layout of the land to food to merchandise. We talk about it all! You can watch the YouTube video we talk about here.
30-Mins in Theme Park Heaven – Episode 277
March 01, 2023 12:32 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBHey Explorers! We spend 30-mins gushing over what we're currently loving at the theme parks here in Japan, including Tokyo Disney and Universal Studios Japan. Come and gush with us!
Answering Your MOST Asked Tokyo Disney Questions – Episode 276
February 21, 2023 21:49 - 36 minutes - 50 MBHey Explorers! Many of you are planning trips very soon to Tokyo Disney. So we got your most asked questions and answered them all!
Is the Beauty and the Beast Hotel Room Worth the Money? – Episode 275
February 14, 2023 15:20 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBI recently stayed inside the gorgeous Beauty and the Beast Hotel Room in the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel. I share my experience in this week's episode and tell you if it's worth the money.
What it’s like visiting Tokyo Disney in 2023 – Episode 274
January 31, 2023 13:29 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MBJapan is reopened for tourism, and things have changed at Tokyo Disney Resort. We discuss what it's like visiting Tokyo Disneyland and DinseySea in 2023, so you know what to expect!
Celebrating New Year 2023 at Universal Studios Japan – Episode 273
January 18, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBI brave the frigid temperatures and heavy crowds to ring in the new year at Universal Studios Japan! I'll tell you what it's like to attend their Countdown Party!
When to visit Japan in 2023 – Episode 272
January 10, 2023 15:15 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBJapan is fully reopened for 2023, and you may be planning your trip this coming year. We discuss the best and worst times to visit Japan and the theme parks, including Tokyo Disney Resort and Universal Studios Japan!
Visiting Legoland Japan in Nagoya – Episode 271
December 29, 2022 12:55 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBI share my experience of my first visit to Legoland Japan, located in Nagoya! This a great theme park to add to your list of things to do in Japan! We discuss rides, shows, and most importantly, all the lego-shaped food.
Is the new Ghibli Park Worth Visiting in Japan? – Episode 270
December 13, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBThe brand new Ghibli Park is now open near Nagoya, Japan, in Aichi Prefecture! We got to visit and share our thoughts and experience about this new theme park in Japan.
Super Nintendo World is Decorated for the Holidays – Episode 269
December 06, 2022 01:55 - 34 minutes - 47 MBThe holidays are here! Super Nintendo World is decorated for the first time in winter. Along with the return of the giant Christmas Tree at Universal Studios Japan for their annual Christmas event. We talk all about it in this episode.
Tokyo DisneySea’s New Nighttime Show is Fantastic – Episode 268
November 23, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43 MBThe new nighttime show "Believe! Sea of Dreams" at Tokyo DisneySea is fantastic! We will discuss the new show and what to expect when you decide to visit.
Tokyo Disneyland Tickets Are a Mess – Episode 267
November 04, 2022 11:47 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBPark tickets for Tokyo Disneyland have always been a pain to buy, but in the last few years, they're even more so. We discuss why this is and what you can do to secure tickets. You can also read our updated guide and watch our YouTube video.