Your one-stop shop for the stories, secrets and shenanigans of a popcorn-fueled theme park journalist. Join author, reporter and expert Carlye Wisel for breaking news, unexpected interviews and reported stories about Disney and Universal every week. It’s an audio theme park party — and you’re invited! Have a vacation question, Epcot comment or Galaxy’s Edge hot take your friends no longer wanna listen to? Call us at 747-CHURROS (747-248-7767) and we might play your call on a future episode!
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The team at TouringPlans.com has come together to bring you a weekly show all about details and planning info for Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Orlando.
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Renting DVC Points AND My Disney World Trip!
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We're recapping my trip to Walt Disney World — Magic Kingdom! Lightning Lane surprises! The spiciest dish I've ever had!? — and talking allll about booking my Disney hotel stay at Bay Lake Tower with Disney Vacation Club...even though i'm not a member! Relevant Links… David's Vacation Club Rentals! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram!…
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My Disney Cruise to Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point!
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I sailed on the Disney Magic to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, their brand new island destination! Now, I've gotten *a lot* of questions about it, and this episode should answer aLL of it. (And if you're wondering how it stacks up against Castway Cay, we get into that too!) Stick around for details of all the meals and food I ate aboard th…
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The UNTOLD Story of Disney Channel's Tween Empire!
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This week, we're spilling tea on Disney Channel's heyday with Ashley Spencer, author of the incredible new book, DISNEY HIGH. Ever wanted to know never-before-reported details on High School Musical, Hannah Montana, Lizzie McGuire and more? Tune in for our chat with Ashley! Relevant Links… Buy DISNEY HIGH! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... In…
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It's time to discuss my favorite tips and tricks for visiting Disneyland AND Disney World!! From parking must-knows and crowd insights to many, MANY ways to get that *coveted* Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique reservation, we have jam-packed this one with worthy theme park advice!! Special thanks to… 'NayNay!: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay/?hl=en Ali…
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Disneyland With A Baby or Toddler! (Part Two)
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IT'S HERE! The second installment in our Disneyland guide for visiting the California parks with a baby or toddler has landed. This week, we're getting into *successfully* tackling your Disney day. Rides you gotta go on (and rides you should NOT go on), the best place for kids to crawl and run around to get those wiggles out, character meet recomme…
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Disneyland With A Baby or Toddler! (Part One)
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IT'S HERE! Our long-awaited Disneyland guide to visiting the California parks with a tiny child has arrived. All the tips, tricks and lessons i've learned the hard way (eek!) with taking a young kid to Disneyland will be covered in depth in this very special 2-part episode. Have a burning bb question you need answered before part two? Call 747-Chur…
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There's one restaurant aboard Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a big new fancy cruise ship, that's different from most others. That's because Royal Railway Utopia Station is a high-end restaurant, live show and themed attraction all in one. Jay Schneider, Royal Caribbean’s chief product innovation officer, stopped by Very Amusing to tell us al…
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There was SO MUCH DISNEY PARKS NEWS from the D23 Disney fan convention this past weekend, and we are getting into ALL of it. From Avengers rides to a Monsters, Inc. land to FOUR NEW CRUISE SHIPS (?!?!), we're chatting about every aspect of this past weekend's bonanza, including my thoughts on the Disney Expo as a whole!! Spend more time with Carlye…
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It's that time of year again!!! If you, like me, are anxiously awaiting all the Disney theme park news coming outta this year's D23 fan convention, it can be tricky to remember just what's at stake this weekend. Let's take a look back at what's actually come to fruition, what hasn't, and have a VERY honest conversation about the three MAJOR announc…
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Ah, Gilroy Gardens. A regional amusement park celebrating...garlic?! fruits and vegetables!? the charming nature of, well, nature?! This enchanting escape makes for the perfect pit stop on any of your California road trips — and if you're lucky, you'll also get to meet Gil!!!! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Face…
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Coffee! Neighborhood! Unique Restaurant! Ice Cream!! Fresh off two trips back to my former home, I'm giving you my New York City travel tips all about my favorite things to do in New York, places to go and sights to see!!! (and yes, it's only Manhattan but...this podcast would have been 12 hours long otherwise!!) Spend more time with Carlye Wisel o…
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For years we've gotten calls asking what to do in Los Angeles while on a lil' California vacation, and this week, we're delivering!!! From my favorite pizza and puppets to unique sights, ideal sightseeing moments and even a little Disney shenanigans!! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and wea…
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Everything You Need To Know About The *NEW* Genie Plus!
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As you may have heard, Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lanes are being replaced by an all-new system, Multi Pass and Single Pass starting July 24, 2024. It's kinda like FastPass Plus (and kinda like Genie Plus) and kinda like a brand new system you are required to learn...plus. ALSO: IN THIS ENTIRE EPISODE I SAY JULY 28. IT'S JULY 24. MY BRAIN WAS …
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All The Hollywood Movie Studio Tours, Ranked!!
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Headed to Los Angeles and curious to see what the Warner Brothers Studio Tour is all about? Curious about Paramount Pictures or Sony Pictures Studio Tours?! Wanna see if Universal Studios Hollywood's tram tour is worth the price of admission -- or if you should splurge on their VIP version? Smash that play button, because we're discussing ALL of th…
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Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood Highs, Lows And In-Betweens!
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This week, I fill you in on my recent trips to Goofy's Kitchen, Disneyland, Universal Studios, and I even take a gigantic L for not knowing about some MAJOR issues with taking a baby to a theme park. (Oof. Oof!) (We'll talk about food and rides and playgrounds and so much more but NOT, unfortunately, the Fastpass like changes coming to Disney World…
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Tiana's Bayou Adventure and a Disney World Recap!
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Fresh off my trip to Walt Disney World, we are back and chatting all things Tiana's Bayou Adventure (yay!), Communicore Hall (yikes!) and more!!! Relevant Links… Eater Story! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP! Don't forget to call us…
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We're taking your calls about Disney World planning, Disneyland Paris thoughts, cursed hotel lobbies, summer theme park survival tips, first Disney trips with a baby and so much more! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP! Don't forget t…
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My Trip Recap: Part 2 (Disney World and Universal Orlando!)
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a mega trip means a mega recap! come along with me to Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, more hotels, Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Hollywood...and more!! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP! Don't forget to call us at…
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My Trip Recap: Part 1 (Arrival and Magic Kingdom!)
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oh yeah, this is gonna be a multi-parter!!! in today's episode, we talk about my journey to Orlando with a wee babe, why a Disney hotel I never thought of staying at suddenly became a front-runner for my favorite, and what a Magic Kingdom milestone is really like! Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Web…
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What To Ride At Walt Disney World (Before It May Possibly Theoretically Go Away!)
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As we inch closer towards D23, it's time to start preparing ourselves for what’s next, starting with how you approach your 2024 Walt Disney World trip. With 121 days to go until Disney's fan convention and a ton of news this week, some big announcements are on the way — and often, when some wonderful new experiences come in, others are likely to ch…
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Mish Mosh: Epic Universe, D23 — and what it means for your 2025 vacation!
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Got a little mini episode this week with some chit-chat about Epic Universe — and why Universal's new developments will upend the way you visit Florida theme parks — as well as what we want to see (and NEED to see!) at D23, the Disney fan event coming to Anaheim this August. *a small note*: In our short discussion about Marvel coming to Tokyo Disne…
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Take a Ride on Floating Chairs (!) at The World's Most Unique Theme Park Restaurant
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Say hello to the themed restaurant of your dreams — where the seats are trackless ride vehicles (!!) and the walls make the food taste better. (Seriously.) Eatrenalin, located at Germany's Europa Park, blends cutting-edge ride technology, immersive design and haute cuisine for an experience unlike anything else. We're joined by Eatrenalin co-founde…
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I attended the 30th annual THEA awards for excellence in themed entertainment, and I’m taking you inside the hallowed affair to discuss all the big winners! Come for the allure of the big night and stay for the black tie gowns AND EVEN a special appearance by the biggest celebrity in theme parks…or not?? listen to find out more!! Relevant Links... …
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This week, we're discussing my recently updated Disneyland food guide for Eater — classic can't miss items, the treats and eats I recommend on your next trip to the parks and the reasons why i included each dish! Relevant Links… Eater guide to Disneyland Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and …
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no, it's not me yelling “i wont eat blue!” throughout the entirety of the podcast — these are the rides, events, experiences and theme park things i've decided i will no longer do! there are even some trip planning tips hidden in these choices — like why i'm looking at hotels differently, and have nearly figured out the ideal Disneyland parking sit…
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Our Guide to Tokyo Disney Resort! (Part 3)
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In our third and final guide to Tokyo Disney Resort, we are discussing…everything else you need to know about visiting Japan! Airport transportation, subway tips, what stores you can't miss, my favorite restaurants (and my beloved $1 breakfast) and even the theme park we HAVEN'T YET TALKED ABOUT YET -- and no! that's not even Universal Studios Japa…
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Our Guide to Tokyo Disney Resort! (Part 2)
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It's part TWO of our Tokyo Disney guide, and we're getting INTO it this week. Today, we're discussing rides, attractions, shows, nighttime entertainment, dining and shopping, and recommending what you absolutely cannot miss, from attractions to food and beyond. And on top of all that, we’re gonna give you a sample 1-day itinerary, give you my tips …
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It's here! Our three-part guide to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea! This week we’re focusing on the planning, logistics and bookings you need to know for visiting Tokyo Disney Resort. Hotels! Tickets! Credit card issues! — we’re getting into ALL of it. Tune into part two next week when we discuss everything you can do in the parks, what to eat…
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Going to Disney World This Year? Listen To This!
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Consider this your cheat sheet for everything you need to know about visiting Disney World this year. The essential changes for 2024 you need to know, how to use Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane to get on the Disney rides you want, Virtual Queue procedures now that park hopping has shifted — whether it’s your first trip or just your first trip …
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Come Along to Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure!
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It's...the most wonderful time of year at Disney California Adventure! I just got back from the best festival they've got — Lunar New Year — and I'm sharing all the reasons why you can't snooze on this one. From a big ol' fish to the first-ever appearance of characters from Turning Red, there's so much to see and do at this one. (and that's not eve…
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I went back to Disneyland Resort for the first time in a *while* and it was glorious! Low crowds?! Short waits!? A new favorite restaurant!? Tune in for Toontown thoughts, insider-y parking tips and my very first...well, i won't spoil the surprise just yet ◡̈ Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website!…
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Luna Luna was the world's first art amusement park — and now, after a long and unexpected journey, this unbelievable, historic display is finally on display for the public once again. Whether you've spotted it on TikTok, heard rumblings in the theme park community or have no idea what we're talking about (which is ok!!), we're walking you through t…
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What I Learned From My First Time At Disney World With A Baby!
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tips! tricks! advice! and emphatic encouragement to visit Walt Disney World with your baby, even if it seems stressful! We're discussing how to plan, survive and thrive (!) at Walt Disney World on your infant's first trip. There is SO much more to visiting with kids that I can't wait to explore firsthand, but if you have any questions, dial up the …
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On this very special holiday week episode, we're discussing all of the theme park restaurants and dining i delved into while at Walt Disney World earlier this month. Is it brutally honest? kinda!! Some old favorites have fallen out of favor while some newer (and new-to-me!) table-service restaurants and quick-service spots wowed me. Come for my una…
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The Inside Scoop on Zootopia, Shanghai Disney Resort's New Theme Park Land!
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This week is a thrill because we are going inside Shanghai Disneyland's new Zootopia inspired land WITH the people who created it! All four of our special guests — four!!! — worked on Zootopia and are sharing details about the ride, entertainment, merchandise, decor and characters that you won't hear anywhere else! Thanks to our special guests... B…
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Inside Shrek's Airbnb (With The Winner Who Stayed There!)
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Rememberhow one lucky winner got to stay in that AirBnb of Shrek's Swamp? WELL, we tracked down that big winner, and she's on the show today to tell us everything!!! Happy SHREKCEMBER!!!! Thanks to our special guests… Amy McIlhenny! Relevant Links... Shrek's Swamp AirBnb Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! …
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Let's Go To...World of Frozen! (with Valerie Marino)
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We're heading to Hong Kong Disneyland this week with our very special guest, freelance travel writer and theme park pro Valerie Marino, who just returned from the grand opening of their new World of Frozen themed land! Arendelle is real and she saw it all first hand, sharing details of the surprising (!) new meet-and-greet, the food fountain that w…
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We're taking you on a world tour to Disney Parks — and answering all of your questions on the way! This week, we've got dining suggestions for Disneyland Paris — and details on how to navigate Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios Park — along with travel advice for Shanghai Disneyland and Hong Kong Disneyland, what you must see while in Tokyo Disney …
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We're chatting about Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World, giving Disney travel tips for group trips and family trips and friend trips and more! Relevant Links... Dole Whip product finder Adventures By Disney recap for Bloomberg Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and wear your VERY AMUSING …
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Let's Go To...Dollywood! (with Arthur Levine)
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Arthur Levine (About Theme Parks) is taking us on a journey through the Great Smoky Mountains to the one and only theme park in America themed to a national musical treasure. Come for details about the cinnamon bread and exceptional roller coasters, stay for the bit about how Dolly’s family works?! At the park!? This one is a doozy, from big skille…
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Behind The Attraction! (with Imagineers Jeanette Lomboy and Luc Mayrand)
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Come along on the ultimate backstage tour with this inside scoop about "Behind the Attraction" as the second season of this acclaimed Disney+ docuseries debuts today! Welcome Luc Mayrand, Senior Creative Executive, Walt Disney Imagineering and Jeanette Lomboy, Executive Producer Creative Ideation, Walt Disney Imagineering for an inside look at thei…
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My Favorite (Unconventional) Travel Souvenirs!
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Since im fresh off a trip to Japan and gearing up for a few more, i wanted to chat about souvenirs! Lil' goodies! I'm always buying things with the goal of inserting more joy into my everyday life, and here are the ones i swear by on all my international and theme park travels! Relevant Links... https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2022/0…
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YES!!! Come along with me on my whirlwind trip to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea!!!!!! Relevant Links… Very Amusing Duffy episode Very Amusing Toy Story Hotel TDR Explorer The palest girl in the world on DisUnplugged Star Wars story for T+L / Yahoo Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and …
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A roundup of your best calls, questions and concerns from the 747-CHURROS hotline! Related Links... https://www.thetoyshoppe.com/shop-all/shrek-ean-355431 https://disneycruiselineblog.com/2023/08/disney-cruise-line-introduces-flexible-payment-calculator/ https://youtu.be/rRaGCRZog8E?si=L-4JeB-5wXMy8cV1&t=25 Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on... I…
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Themed Illusions, Magic and More with Chris Cox!
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We've got an exciting one this week, as we're going behind the scenes into themed experiences at parks, on stage and at one of the most famous restaurants in the world with none other than Chris Cox! Did you know he worked on the effects for the Harry Potter staged show, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child? Or that when he's not busy on tour with the…
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Shelby Honea knows her way around scary creatures — after all, she helped develop Velocicoaster! But beyond her day job as one of Universal Creative's brightest minds, she has plenty to share about an unexpected Orlando themed park. That's right, this week, Shelby is on Very Amusing to tell us all about its wild sights, and proves we've all been sl…
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A Fraidy Cat's Guide to Halloween Horror Nights
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Ever wondered what's going on at Universal's massive Halloween event but were too scared to ask? This week, we're talking all about what actually happens inside those haunted houses, what you can expect inside the park (scare zones! chainsaws! unexpected joy!) and also my tried-and-true tips for surviving HHN when...you're scared of HHN!! Earplugs …
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Heck yeah I went to Orlando for eight hours just to ride rollercoasters! Hear about everything I did (including some unexpected shenanigans!!) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/very-amusing-with-carlye-wisel/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…
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YES, we are coming to you with breaking news about Disney Cruise Line's newest ship and all the Haunted Mansion, Jungle Cruise, Coco and Spider-Man experiences on board! Wanna dive in deeper? Listen to our Disney Wish episode from its inaugural sailing last year!: https://pod.link/1525096665/episode/1c17d4104fffa3577d2d77232d6d7959 Call 747-CHURROS…
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Wanna see it all? Wanna save time? Wanna hug Mario and Luigi and Toad? Wanna eat at Toadstool Cafe? Wanna ride Mario Kart AND get inside that secret Bowser attraction AND do it all without spending the entire day inside the land? Consider this your cheat sheet! We're taking you through some insider-level knowledge for visiting Universal Studios Hol…
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