The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 188 - 26 Years, Pt. 2 (Mukagi Pearl Experience, Some Festival Treats, and Teppan Edo)    BIG changes are coming to the DAS service at Disney World,  V.I.Passholder days are returning to Walt Disney World, there are more discounts for Disney Visa Card members, and even MORE hotel discounts.  And we will share more info and reviews from our anniversary trip, including festival booths, and some new to us restaurants.  On episode 188 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.   Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Ins ..read more

The Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 187 - 26 Years!  It was our anniversary weekend trip to Walt Disney World and we did a lot.  And kind of not much.  We ate at 2 new restaurants, visited an old favorite event, a new favorite breakfast spot, and re-visited a dinner we haven’t been to in years. Plus we met up with some friends and got our favorite cookies and treats!  All this plus some news and stuff on episode 187 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.  Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podc ..read more

We had a pizza dinner with great friends at Via Napoli in EPCOT, and then enjoyed a fantastic fireworks cruise on the World Showcase Lagoon.  And Scott got the answer to the question of “How many times will they play Melt with You in one set?”  All this and more on Episode 186 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.   Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Cân thema (Mickeyphile Podcast Theme)” copyright Scott Daves 2023 ..read more

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 185 - News and Talk with Jason S.   H20 Glow Nights are returning this summer to Typhoon Lagoon.  New arrivals are coming to Disney+ and there’s a new character breakfast at a DVC resort.    Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Music: “Cân thema (Mickeyphile Podcast Theme)” copyright Scott Daves 2023 ..read more

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 184 - Ale & Compass and Easter Egg Displays    Spring is in the air at Walt Disney World, and the newest sign is the arrival of the Easter Egg displays at select resorts.  There’s a new My Disney Experience update regarding Advance Dining Reservations.  New ticket packages are announced for Spring and Summer, and we will review our recent lunch at Ale & Compass.  All this and more on episode 184 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.   Highlights include: o New 3 & 4 day ticket prices for all guests o New ticket offerings for Florida r ..read more

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 183 - DVC Moonlight Magic We got to experience not one, but TWO Moonlight Magic events last week, at Animal Kingdom and at EPCOT.  We will share our fun times after hours at these Disney Parks.  Plus, there’s news about Character meets, a ride update, and a new/old restaurant returning.    Highlights include:      Animal Kingdom Moonlight Magic      EPCOT Moonlight Magic      Character Meets      Short Lines      Flower and Garden booth selections       Face ..read more

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 182 – Summer House on the Lake Disney World announces free Water Park access on check-in days for resort guests in 2025.  Extended Evening hours will return in 2025, too.  And we went to Summerhouse on the Lake.  Did we find a new go-to in Disney Springs?  Or was it one-and-done?  Find out on episode 182 of The Mickeyphile Podcast.   Highlights include:      Free Water Park access on check-in days      Summerhouse on the Lake Review          COOKIES!!!       Facebook ..read more

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 181 - Disney World Quick Service Restaurants This is episode 181 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.  A beloved ride is permanently closing at Disney World, as some would say.  The mystery building at Hollywood Studios has opened.  And a new family member makes her first appearance at Animal Kingdom.  And we will discuss quick-service restaurants in the parks.  All on this week’s episode.  Highlights include:      Soarin’ over California end date      Ice Cold Hydraulics      Easter Displays   ..read more

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 180 – Happy Hour at Disney Springs  A favorite restaurant makes a looong-awaited return.  New busses are showing up at Walt Disney World, and we know who will be playing, and when, at the Garden Rocks series for the Flower and Garden Festival.  Plus, we’ll discuss some favorite Happy Hour spots at Disney Springs.  All on episode 180 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.  Highlights include:      House of Blues Inside Bar      Jaleo      Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’      Raglan Road Facebook G ..read more

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 179 - Disney Fantasy 7 Night Cruise  We are back from our 7 night cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy.  This is the second part of our great trip.  We had 2 stops in the Virgin Islands and a day at Castaway Cay, plus more live shows, more great food, and more fireworks. And we finished it all up spending times with great friends at Epcot, Animal Kingdom, and Magic Kingdom.  It’s episode 179 of the Mickeyphile Podcast.  Highlights include      Tortola, British Virgin Islands      Pirate Night and Fireworks   &n ..read more