Addicted to the Mouse: Disney Podcast | Disney World, Universal, & Cruise Vacation Planning

On today’s Disney podcast, we are continuing our series of deep-diving into how to plan a Walt Disney World vacation. This episode will focus on everything there is to see, do, and eat in EPCOT Theme Park. From the amazing festivals to incredible attractions, this is everything you need to know before visiting EPCOT this year and beyond. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

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Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

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On today’s Disney podcast, we are talking about all of the offerings you can find at both Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort during the 2026 Holiday Season. From massive parades and character meet-and-greets to specialty food across the theme parks, this is everything you need to know prior to coming to Disney or Universal around Christmas this year. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

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On today’s Disney podcast, we are continuing our series of deep-diving into how to plan a Walt Disney World vacation. This episode will focus on everything there is to see, do, and eat in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Theme Park. From the amazing stage shows to incredible thrill rides, this is everything you need to know before visiting Hollywood Studios this year and beyond. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

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On today’s Disney podcast, we are continuing a new series deep-diving into how to plan a Walt Disney World vacation. This episode will focus on everything there is to see, do, and eat in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. From the Broadway-caliber stage shows to the incredible ways to see all of the animals, this is everything you need to know before visiting Animal Kingdom this year and beyond. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

We can be found at https://addictedtothemouse.com/ and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com

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On today’s Disney podcast, we are starting a new series deep-diving into how to plan a Walt Disney World vacation if you’ve never been to the Most Magical Place on Earth before. This episode will focus on core planning considerations like the best time to visit Disney World, crowd levels, budget considerations, key planning deadlines and more. Future episodes in this series will fully explore dining, resorts, theme parks, rides (and how to skip the longer lines), technology, logistics, and final trip prep. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

We can be found at https://addictedtothemouse.com/ and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com

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With all of the details Disney Cruise Line recently released about the newest ship coming to the fleet, the Disney Believe, we wondered what our perfectly designed Disney cruise ship would look like. On today’s Disney podcast, we are imagineering all of the highly themed spaces on a new Disney ship to our ideal characters, theming, movies, and shows. Join us as we compare two different ships…one themed to classic animation vs one themed to Marvel. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

We can be found at https://addictedtothemouse.com/ and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com

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Booking opens next week for Disney Cruise Line’s newest cruise ship, the Disney Believe. Launching in late 2027, the Believe will bring newly themed spaces along with many returning favorites from the other Wish-class ships. On today’s Disney podcast, we are talking all about what is new, what is returning, and how to book your next cruise on the Disney Believe. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

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We just got back from our 3-night Halloween on the High Seas sailing aboard the Disney Wish and have a ton of things to say about it! On today’s Disney Podcast, we are all about the special inclusions for this Halloween-themed holiday overlay aboard Disney Cruise Line. From trick-or-treating at sea and specialty characters to a unique spooky tree with light-up pumpkins and fun themed deck party, this is everything you can expect to enjoy on a Halloween on the High Seas Disney Cruise. Let’s Do This…

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

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On today’s Disney Podcast, we are looking back on nearly five full years of doing weekly Disney Dining Reviews and talking through everything we have learned. We have eaten at every table service restaurant on property, many of them multiple times. From tips and tricks for getting hard-to-get advanced dining reservations to our current favorite restaurants and lounges, this is a great episode for foodies and Disney fans alike. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

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On today’s Disney Podcast, we are comparing a 4-night Disney Cruise to a 4-night Disney World vacation to see which one you should choose for your next trip to see the Mouse. This episode is Part 2, where we take the perspective of why a Disney World vacation is the better choice in terms of attractions, entertainment, autonomy over schedule, options and more. On our last episode, we argued the opposite perspective of why a Disney Cruise is, in fact, the better choice in this debate. This was a fun one to record. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

We can be found at https://addictedtothemouse.com/ and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com

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On today’s Disney Podcast, we are comparing a 4-night Disney Cruise to a 4-night Disney World vacation to see which one you should choose for your next trip to see the Mouse. This episode is Part 1, where we take the perspective of why a Disney Cruise is the better choice in terms of cost, customer service, inclusions, entertainment and more. On our next episode, we will argue the opposite perspective of why a Disney World is, in fact, the better choice in this debate. This was a fun one to record and can’t wait for the next one. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

We can be found at https://addictedtothemouse.com/ and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com

Please also connect with us here:

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Next week, we are going back on the Disney Wish for a 3-night Halloween on the High Seas sailing! On today’s Disney Podcast, we are all about the special inclusions for this Halloween-themed holiday overlay aboard Disney Cruise Line. From trick-or-treating at sea and specialty characters to a unique spooky tree with light-up pumpkins and fun themed deck party, this is everything you can expect to enjoy on a Halloween on the High Seas Disney Cruise. Let’s Do This…

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

We can be found at https://addictedtothemouse.com/ and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com

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We often think about Disney World as being a wonderful vacation for the entire family, particularly young kiddos. On today’s Disney Podcast, we are focusing on the littles and everything there is for them to do that entire families can enjoy as well. From rides with no height requirements to shows and other attractions, we are talking through our favorite ways to enjoy Disney World in all four theme parks together as families with young children. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

We can be found at https://addictedtothemouse.com/ and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com

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On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about why a bad day at Disney World is still better than a good day pretty much anywhere else. From nostalgia to the Disney Magic, this is everything we believe comes together to make the Disney theme park experience so amazing and memorable, even when problems and frustrations pop up from time to time. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com/

We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show.

We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com

Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast.

Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between!

We can be found at https://addictedtothemouse.com/ and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com

Please also connect with us here:

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On today’s Disney Podcast, we are debating the internet’s 50 most recommended food items or restaurants for Walt Disney World. We definitely agree with some, find several recommendations that should not be in the ranking at all, and give our favorite places to eat that the internet is missing. What didn’t make the list that […]

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On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking through a ton of new announcements about new restaurants and themed food options coming to both Disney World and Disneyland. From a new Gordon Ramsay restaurant to the Hurly Burly opening soon (the venue replacing Jellyrolls), we’ve got all the details. Which one are you most excited for? […]

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On today’s Disney Podcast, we are bringing you with us as we try everything we possibly can over the course of two days at this year’s International Food and Wine Festival in Epcot. From wings to poutine, we are exploring almost every booth and finding the “Best of the Fest” for this year’s standouts that […]

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On today’s Disney podcast, we asked AI to give us the 50 most controversial Disney Cruise Line Hot Takes on the internet right now and, wow… From overrated ship features to whether certain aspects are worth the cost, we’ve got some doozies to get through. What hot takes do you agree with and which ones […]

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Tonight we are taking you with us as we experience the opening night of Halloween Horror Nights 35. We are going through all four scare zones, ten haunted houses, watching the stage show, and shopping through the Tribute Store. Come with us as we experience all of it (and see Aidan in his house as […]

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On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking all about the new Disney Cruise Line itineraries that we can begin booking next week for Fall 2027 to Spring 2028. We have some big announcements in this release, not the least of which is that DCL is returning to New York City!! We’ve been asking for this […]

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