Wed, 18 December 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeConnect with Sarah: Quick tip of the dayStaying at Art of Animation or Pop Century? Consider a dining reservation at the newly opened Riviera Resort which is just a Skyliner ride away. Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Fri, 13 December 2019
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Fri, 22 November 2019
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Quick tip of the dayFrom Melyssa: “We were having a hard time with checking into the parks with my son's Magic Band and his finger. No matter how consistent we were using the same finger and his Magic Band, it just wouldn't connect. One of the cast members told me to use my finger instead. So each time, thereafter, that's what we did. It worked out great, especially, when my son was napping in his stroller. I just took off his Magic Band and used my finger to check him in. You just have to make sure you are with your child when you check-in since it's your finger being used and not someone else's in your party." Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Tue, 12 November 2019
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Fri, 1 November 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeQuick tip of the dayFrom Kymberly O.: “Video your kids at character meets. Super easy if you have Memory Maker, and it's priceless to see and hear their reaction later.” Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Tue, 15 October 2019
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Quick tip of the dayFrom Niels: “When you’re on a dining plan: Not everyone seems to know that 1 Quick Service credit equals to 3 Snack credits. You just need to buy 3 snacks at once and ask the cast member to take 1 Quick Service credit.” Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Mon, 7 October 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeQuick tip of the dayFrom Emily B.: “I know that you already have laundry bags on your packing list but when we travel and we prefer to use inexpensive mesh pop up hampers. When you are in a hotel room for a few days the dirty clothes start to pile up quickly and make the room feel messy. Pop up hampers don’t really take up any more space in your luggage than a laundry bag but because they stand upright they make the hotel room feel neater and more organized. Also, if you are traveling with young children, it’s nice to bring another pop up hamper to throw all their toys and extra nonsense in quickly to get it out of the way.” Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Thu, 3 October 2019
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Wed, 25 September 2019
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Quick tip of the dayFrom Michael D... “When we are staying at any of the Crescent Lake Resorts (Yacht, Beach, Boardwalk or Swan & Dolphin), we will hop on any of these resort buses when leaving any of the parks at the end of our day. The terminals are usually next to each other at each park, and the resorts are connected by a path around the lake. This has increased our chances of grabbing a quick bus and has really cut down on getting back to our room at the end of a long day.” Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Thu, 19 September 2019
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Quick tip of the dayBe Our Guest Restaurant allows pre-ordering for breakfast and lunch, but recently that hasn't always been honored. To prepare, be sure to pre-order 2-30 days ahead, alert the Cast Member when you arrive that you've pre-ordered, and be prepared to not have a separate pre-order line if they aren't using it when you're there. Subscribe to get new episodes There are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Thu, 12 September 2019
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Quick tip of the dayFrom Crystal M… “International guests need to use their passport for ID in the parks rather than their government-issued ID.” Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Thu, 5 September 2019
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See all of the outfits Shakirah described in this Instagram post. Quick tip of the dayFrom Morgan… “My family enjoys silly photos and something we discovered is that the photo booths in the parks and WDW resort arcades are included in memory maker! Take as many photos as you want and scan your magic band and it all gets linked to your memory maker photo archive. We found booths at: Journey into Imagination gift store
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Thu, 5 September 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeQuick tip of the dayUse mobile ordering for multiple spots in Galaxy’s Edge. The 3 locations with mobile ordering include Ronto’s Roasters, Oga’s Cantina, and the Milk Stand. Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Wed, 21 August 2019
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Thu, 15 August 2019
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PAID OPTIONS
Quick tip of the dayQuick tip from Shannon G.: “In preparation for my trip to WDW, I was checking into TSA pre check and found out many credit cards & loyalty programs will reimburse you for some or all of the application fee!" More info can be found here:
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Tue, 30 July 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodePICKING DATES
HOTEL
DAILY PLAN
DINING
TOURING
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Quick tip of the dayQuick tip from Kathy S.: “Make sure you update/renter your credit card on file in your My Disney Experience account. Especially if you haven’t been to the parks in a while to know your card is still active in your account. My brother and I were ready at 6am this morning to make our ADRs. We followed the advice for getting hard-to-get ADRs on WDWPrepSchool.com and thought we had everything ready. I was able to work through my list easily with no problems. The tab idea on the website worked wonderfully. My brother was not having the same luck as he was asked to renter his credit card info on his first reservation. While trying it do that, the page froze and wouldn’t reload. He tried again and it froze again. He had to log in using a different browser then re-enter his credit card into his account. From there he was able to start over with trying to make reservations. By this point, I had made all 4 of the ADRs on my list and 2 of them from his list. His credit card was still in his account from his last trip 2.5 years ago, but clearly Disney felt it needed verified. My last trip was 4 months ago so my card must have still been active in the system. This one little hiccup could mean the difference in getting those high priority ADRs. Planning ahead and working together allowed us to get every ADR we wanted.” Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Wed, 24 July 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeWHEN TO GO
WHERE TO STAY
DINING
TOURING
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Quick tip of the dayQuick tip from Ingrid V.: “Here’s my quick tip for people staying at BLT or the Contemporary. There is not a bus option home from Epcot to the Contemporary. At the end of the night after Illuminations the line for the monorail is nuts, and that will still require a transfer at the TTC (also nuts). To avoid that mess, you can take a bus to the Wilderness Lodge and then wait just a moment and get on one of the busses dropping off from Hollywood studios or Animal Kingdom. They are shared with the Contemporary, which is the next stop. If staying at Bay Lake Tower, the bus stop is much closer than the monorail stop, too!” You might also consider exiting Epcot via the International Gateway, taking a bus from Beach Club to Magic Kingdom, and walking to Bay Lake Tower. Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Wed, 17 July 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeQuick tip of the dayFrom Christine: Ever since my husband spilled hot coffee on himself while folding a stroller to get onto a Disney bus one morning, we always bring our 12oz thermoses with us on our Disney trips. They allow us to sip hot coffee at our leisure through the morning (which allows the coffee to stay both and hot easily sealed up and thrown into a backpack to get on and off a ride or bus) and at lunch we rinse them out and use them to keep water cold through the afternoon as a refillable insulated water bottle. We then use your tip from a few months ago of having paper towel with dish soap on them to wash the bottles every evening. Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Mon, 8 July 2019
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Quick tip of the dayConsider taking an umbrella for summer trips to protect from both sun and rain. Ponchos can be hot, take up space, and can't help with the sun, so umbrellas might be a better choice. Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Tue, 2 July 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeQuick tip of the dayFrom Tami B... Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Mon, 10 June 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeKevin's contact info 6 Ways to Get Reserved Viewing for Fireworks 1.) Dessert parties
2.) Restaurants with a view 3.) Take a boat ride
4.) Book a dining package
5.) Attend a special event 6.) Take a VIP Tour
Quick tip of the dayFrom Melissa C.: “I recently listened to a few of your podcasts where trip reporters mentioned that they had way too much food to eat on the dining plan, although they still found it a great value for the character meals especially. I’ve heard several people mention that they often bypass the dessert course because they don’t want to feel stuffed walking around the park. This is my tip: instead of bypassing dessert, ask your server for a cup of fruit to go. Early on in our last trip, a server offered this as an option to my 5 year old and we ended up doing it for at least one of us at every meal. It especially works well if you have a stroller with a cooler bag, to keep the fruit from going bad too quickly. This actually worked really well for us, as a family with a toddler who wasn’t getting additional snack credits. But regardless of your family dynamics, a cup of fruit to go is often a wonderful substitute for a table service dessert in the parks.” Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Tue, 4 June 2019
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Quick tip of the dayFrom Ashlea A. "I'm sharing a tip I learned while trying to find missing pictures taken by Photo Pass photographers. We came back from our trip to Disney World at the beginning of May and when I sat down a few days ago to download all our pictures from Memory Maker I realized that not all the photos were there from a few of our character meetings AND that I had misplaced the photo pass card that was handed out at Jedi Training 🤦♀️ I went to the My Disney Experience website and clicked on the link that said "report a missing a photo" and filled out some information and questions they asked. Took less than 5 minutes. They say to be as specific as possible about what you were wearing, what characters you were meeting, etc. Since I had photos on my phone of the specific day I was easily able to answer the questions. I submitted my request and two days later Disney had found ALL the photos that were missing, emailed me back to let me know, and uploaded them to our MDE photos!!!" Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Thu, 30 May 2019
Note: I called it episode 212 in the intro and outro, but it's episode 213. These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episode
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Sat, 11 May 2019
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Quick tip of the dayFrom Sybil D... “We were originally planning to do Bibibidi Bobbidi Boutique at the beginning of our April trip so my daughter could soak up a several days of being a real princess. We later decided to do it our last full day because she absolutely loves swimming and I didn't want her makeover to cut down on her pool time. We were so glad we did that because we swam every day! And the Cinderella bun was a good souvenir home! She kept it up for FIVE days!” Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Wed, 1 May 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeQuick tip of the dayFrom Sandra H... When taking a Lyft after Illuminations at Epcot, go out the back entrance of the park (International Gateway) and catch a ride from Disney’s Beach Club Resort instead using the front entrance of the park. The front of Epcot at the end of the night is considered “Primetime” and costs a little extra when riding with Lyft, whereas Beach Club is not. Depending on where you were watching Illuminations, this might save you some steps too! Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Sat, 13 April 2019
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Fri, 12 April 2019
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Thu, 11 April 2019
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Tue, 9 April 2019
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Quick tip of the dayIn the Winnie the Pooh queue, there is an interactive screen where your kids can wipe away honey. To avoid touching the germ-filled screen, you can tell your kids to hover their hands over the screen instead. The effect still works! Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Tue, 26 March 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeQuick tip of the dayFrom Sarah: Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Mon, 25 March 2019
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Tue, 19 February 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeHow you can support Prep School Productions, Inc.
Quick tip of the dayVia E.E.: Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Tue, 12 February 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episode
Quick tip of the dayVia Sarah on Instagram: Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Tue, 5 February 2019
These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation. Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeQuick tip of the dayVia Mel on Instagram: Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Thu, 31 January 2019
I also have a quick tip if you're struggling with the My Disney Experience app.
Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. My Deluxe Resort ranking8.) Boardwalk Inn - nearby resorts much better, have to go outside for all food and drinks, pool is creepy to many 7.) Grand Floridian Resort - good food, 1 monorail stop away from Magic Kingdom, but expensive, lacks Disney theming, inconsistent service 6.) Wilderness Lodge - smaller, dark rooms, frustrating transportation, food has improved 5.) Animal Kingdom Lodge - most gorgeous resort at Disney World, great onsite food, lower cost than most Deluxe resorts, animal views and lots of resort activities, does have service and transportation issues 4.) Yacht Club Resort - fantastic pool, great food, darker theming which may not appeal to all, walk to 2 parks 3.) Polynesian Village Resort - monorail access to 2 parks, fantastic food, studio villa rooms have an extra bathroom 2.) Beach Club Resort - 5 minute walk to Epcot, 15 minus walk to Hollywood Studios, bright and airy and smells good, best onsite pool, character breakfast, easy access to lots of great restaurants 1.) Contemporary Resort (main building) - best transportation or park access (walk to MK, buses at resort and MK bus stop, monorail), great food at resort, all views are good, monorail going through building is a thrill Quick tip of the dayThe My Disney Experience app causes a lot of problems for a lot of people, so consider using your phone's browser as a backup option if you run into issues. Not all of the functionality of the app can be found in the browser, but the ability to do things like make reservations, view plans, and check park hours comes in handy if you can't do it in the app. Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Thu, 24 January 2019
Listen to the daily updates to hear what did and didn't go well.
Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episode
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Mon, 14 January 2019
I also have a quick tip on making a very creative character autograph book with your kids to use during your trip.
Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeContact info for Jen Filling
Suggested private transport companies Quick tip of the dayEmailed from Jennifer M.: The short version: my kids drew pictures of the characters and I had those drawings printed into a very adorable book. The detailed version: My daughter (age 5) heard from a friend about Art Hub for Kids on YouTube and she drew a few characters following those guides. My son (age 7) then did a few. Soon, they were making up their own versions of characters and we kept tucking the drawings into a folder. We then somehow decided that all 3 kids (my four year old daughter joined in the fun) would do drawings of as many characters as they could think of. We looked at which ones are often in the park and prioritized those. I then snapped photos of their drawings on my iPhone, and assembled them into a book using Blurb (you could also use Shutterfly or whatever you prefer). We left spaces to add photos and for characters to sign on pages next to drawings of characters we anticipated meeting (if we don’t meet them, we will just add trip pictures that work with it). This has been an incredibly fun project and they are SO proud of it, and working on it has also built so much excitement about the trip. For us, it will also make a really meaningful keepsake and a beautiful, personal coffee table book we can display after our vacation. Hopefully the characters will get a kick out of it, too!" Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Tue, 8 January 2019
I also have a quick tip on making it easier to share photos during your trip.
Become a WDW Prep To Go PatronWDW Prep To Go Patrons pay a little to unlock even more content than what’s on the main podcast feed, such as a private FB Group and exclusive audio that’s released on a private podcast feed. Leave me a messageWant to be considered for a trip report? Please leave me a SpeakPipe message with your name, trip dates, resort, and who is in your group. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo. Links/notes mentioned in this episodeRead all about the new things coming to Disney World in 2019 Contact info for Sarah Goff
Contact info for Josh Taylor
Quick tip of the dayEmailed from Sue B.: Then we can all dump our trip photos into that shared folder, we can see each other's and download if we want! " Subscribe to get new episodesThere are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep To Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone)
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Now that I've stayed at all of the Disney World resorts, I wanted to give you my ranking of the Deluxe resorts. Some might surprise you.
