Will the DVC Tower at Disneyland Hotel be Worth the Wait?
For this, the 100th Episode of The Disney Travel Podcast at 1923 Main Street we've switched to a brand-new 15-minute news format. Join us for the very latest Disney travel news and exactly what it means for you.
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Mickey's ToonTown is Closing
Mickey's Toontown at Disneyland Parks is going to be reimagined with new experiences and more play areas for young families, including grassy lawns. It closes in March 2022 and will reopen in early 2023 alongside Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway. One of the new areas coming to Mickey’s Toontown will be CenTOONial Park, the first space Guests will see when they enter. This natural space will be anchored by two interactive play experiences. At the center of CenTOONial Park will be a fountain, designed for play, which will also become a center icon for Mickey’s Toontown. As its base, water tables will invite Guests to play with the water and have a sensory experience. At night, the fountain will be brought to life in a unique spectacle. A nearby dreaming tree will be inspired by the tree a young Walt Disney would daydream under in his hometown. Sculpted tree roots will provide an opportunity for children to play, crawl and explore, and undulating topography will offer rolling hills and a place to sit and dream. Here's an update on the new DVC tower at Disneyland Hotel themed after stories of being a Disney artist, from sketching styles of Walt Disney himself to rooms based on original drawings from classic Disney films like Sleeping Beauty. Plus a very kid-friendly pool area. News From Destination D23 At Destination D23, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro revealed Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will open summer 2022 at EPCOT as part of the Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary celebration. This new family-friendly coaster matches the “grandosity” and fun of the blockbuster “Guardians of the Galaxy” films in what will be one of the longest fully enclosed coasters in the world. an intergalactic chase through time and space. And it features a reverse launch! At Disneyland Resort, the next evolution of Downtown Disney District is being planned with work starting in January 2022. The multi-year project to reimagine Downtown Disney District will include an even broader collection of shopping, dining and entertainment experiences. More details are coming in 2022! Galactic Starcruiser March 2022, but there are soft launches earlier in February. Live entertainment is coming back almost everywhere, including shows and Festival of Fantasy Parade in early 2022. Also, “World of Color” and “Fantasmic!” are returning to the Disneyland Resort next year, along with the “Main Street Electrical Parade”. MagicBands are Coming to Disneyland (finally) This will mark the first time MagicBand+ will be available at Disneyland Resort. Some of the features of MagicBand+ will vary between Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort but they haven't shared details yet. The “Hey, Disney!” voice assistant will work alongside Alexa on Amazon Echo devices and also will begin rolling out to Guest rooms across the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Disney Imagineers are working on bringing characters – of all sizes – to life in authentic ways at Disney Parks and right now they’re developing a full-body exoskeleton system they’ve nicknamed “Project EXO.” It’s still in early concept development and Josh and team shared a glimpse at what the future of Disney Parks may look like! EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays The 2021 festival will run from November 26 through Dec. 30, 2021. It celebrates holiday traditions from around the globe, with a variety of yuletide decorations, family-friendly activities, and the return of the beloved long-standing tradition of “Candlelight Processional.” What are holidays without delicious food and drink? The 14 Holiday Kitchens are scattered throughout all 11 World Showcase pavilions and beyond offering returning fan-favorites and delicious classic holiday dishes and festive beverages. The fun Holiday Cookie Stroll is back this year with a sweet cookie scavenger hunt. The Festival Passport lists the five official Holiday Cookie Stroll locations, and each stop will offer a delicious cookie for purchase and a stamp for your Festival Passport. Once Guests have collected all five stamps, they can bring their Festival Passport to the Holiday Sweets & Treats Holiday Kitchen to receive a 50th anniversary celebration cookie! Guests can complete their Holiday Cookie Stroll at their leisure – they can even bring back their stamped Festival Passport to EPCOT at any time during the festival to complete their stroll. In The American Adventure rotunda, EPCOT pastry chefs have recreated the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and The American Adventure building in miniature gingerbread versions. Also at Epcot, a new Walt Disney statue in the World Celebration area is likely to become a hot spot for photos. Dreamer's Point near Spaceship Earth will basically be the Partners of this park. More Fun PhotoPass Lenses! WDW has launched even more Disney PhotoPass Lenses! These new Lenses, along with our current collection, are available through the My Disney Experience app with a purchase of Disney Genie+ service. The Disney Wish will have two new stage shows: Sieze the Adventure will feature Captain Minnie and a new live action adaptation of The Little Mermaid with a new take on the story. In related news, Disney Cruise Line has announced that guests 5 and older must be fully vaccinated to sail as of January 13, 2022 and Adventures by Disney January 12, 2022. We will see how this all plays out given Florida legislation. Mirabel from ‘Encanto’ Joins Disney ¡Viva Navidad! During Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park. Thank You for Listening Thank you for listening to 1923 Main Street, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed the show. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify or your favorite podcast player. A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes of our Disney podcast each week. Contact us at 1923 Main Street We know that you enjoy Disney podcasts and we thank you for listening to the Disney Travel Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes. Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook. Your Source for the Latest Disney Travel News If you would like to help support the show so that we can continue to improve the podcast, please share 1923 Main Street with your friends and on social media. You can also drop by our Patreon page (which is kind of like a virtual tip jar), where we have set up some special support levels for anyone who would like to help out in that way. Shop Disney Be sure to visit our online shop to see a wide selection of 1923 Main Street merchandise, plus original Disney-inspired t-shirts and more. Thank you for listening and have a magical day! Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic
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What Should You Do With Your Time in a Disney Park?
Disney Parks are a big part of any Disney vacation. So how much time should you spend in a Disney park on any given day? Is it an all-day affair, or it that a mistake?
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Is it Really a Good Idea to Spend All Day in Disney Parks?
With so much to do on a Disney vacation, it's easy to get lost in the belief that spending all day in the parks is the right thing to do. But is it? In Episode 99 of The Disney Travel Podcast at 1923 Main Street® we explore how much time you should dedicate to visiting Disney Parks and how much time you should leave to enjoy the other aspects of a Disney vacation. We also cover our favorite things to do in Disney Parks and the most important things to know so that you make the most of your time there (without burning out). Thank You for Listening Thank you for listening to 1923 Main Street, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed the show. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify or your favorite podcast player. A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes of our Disney podcast each week. If you are interested in helping to support the our show, we have set up some great rewards for our supporters on Patreon. So feel free to drop by for a visit. Contact us at 1923 Main Street We know that you enjoy Disney podcasts and we thank you for listening to the Disney Travel Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes. Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook. If you would like to help support the show so that we can continue to improve the podcast, please share 1923 Main Street with your friends and on social media. You can also drop by our Patreon page (which is kind of like a virtual tip jar), where we have set up some special support levels for anyone who would like to help out in that way. Shop Disney Be sure to visit our online shop to see a wide selection of 1923 Main Street merchandise, plus original Disney-inspired t-shirts and more. Thank you for listening and have a magical day! Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic 
Has Your Disney Food Obsession Gone Too Far?
Disney food has increasingly been taking on a more prominent role to Disney vacations. Is this a good thing? We explore how and when an obsession with all things Disney food can be too much of a good thing.
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Disney Dining Used to Be Fun
Has Disney dining and food in its many shapes and forms become too stressful? Is social media and the celebration of every new cupcake taken Disney food to a level of ridiculousness? Is Social Media to Blame to Putting Disney Food on a Pedestal? Join us for Episode 98 of The Disney Travel Podcast at 1923 Main Street as we discuss how the impact of food has changed over the years at Disney Parks and resorts. Is it a change for the better or the worse? Thank You for Listening Thank you for listening to 1923 Main Street, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed the show. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify or your favorite podcast player. A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes of our Disney podcast each week. If you are interested in helping to support the our show, we have set up some great rewards for our supporters on Patreon. So feel free to drop by for a visit. Contact us at 1923 Main Street We know that you enjoy Disney podcasts and we thank you for listening to the Disney Travel Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes. Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook. If you would like to help support the show so that we can continue to improve the podcast, please share 1923 Main Street with your friends and on social media. You can also drop by our Patreon page (which is kind of like a virtual tip jar), where we have set up some special support levels for anyone who would like to help out in that way. Shop Disney Be sure to visit our online shop to see a wide selection of 1923 Main Street merchandise, plus original Disney-inspired t-shirts and more. Thank you for listening and have a magical day! Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic 
The Best Disney Roller Coasters in Every Park
Disney may not be known for extreme roller coaster rides, but don't let that fool you. There are plenty of fun, fast and beautifully themed roller coasters at Disney Parks.
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Climb Aboard and Experience the Best Disney Roller Coasters
Disney roller coasters may not be the fastest or steepest in the world, but there are still plenty of thrills, chills and good old fashion fun to be had. In Episode 97 of The Disney Travel Podcast at 1923 Main Street® we rank and review every single Disney roller coaster at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Paris to see which is best at each resort and which one will claim the overall prize as best Disney roller coaster across all three Disney Parks. Disneyland, Walt Disney World or Disneyland Paris: which resort has the best Disney coaster of all? Here are the Disney roller coasters we cover in this episode: Disneyland Resort
Walt Disney World Resort
Disneyland Paris
We've ridden them all and share our thoughts on the top picks and bottom feeders. Plus we cover the kid-friendly coasters at each resort and the new Disney roller coasters that are coming soon. So which Disney roller coaster is the best? Join us to find out. Thank You for Listening Thank you for listening to 1923 Main Street, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed the show. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify or your favorite podcast player. A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes of our Disney podcast each week. If you are interested in helping to support the our show, we have set up some great rewards for our supporters on Patreon. So feel free to drop by for a visit. Contact us at 1923 Main Street We know that you enjoy Disney podcasts and we thank you for listening to the Disney Travel Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes. Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook. If you would like to help support the show so that we can continue to improve the podcast, please share 1923 Main Street with your friends and on social media. You can also drop by our Patreon page (which is kind of like a virtual tip jar), where we have set up some special support levels for anyone who would like to help out in that way. Shop Disney Be sure to visit our online shop to see a wide selection of 1923 Main Street merchandise, plus original Disney-inspired t-shirts and more. Thank you for listening and have a magical day! Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic 
Will Disney Genie actually make your Disney vacation a better experience?
With Disney's new Genie and Genie+ options make your Walt Disney World or Disneyland vacation better? Does it affect all kinds of Disney travelers equally?
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Is Disney Genie Better for specific types of Disney travelers and not for others?
Disney Genie is now available for use Disney Parks and it has been drawing a lot of interest and angst from Disney travelers. We take a close look at exactly how Disney Genie works covering all three parts of its offering. Is it better for one type of Disney traveler but not so good for another. In Episode 96 of The Disney Travel Podcast at 1923 Main Street we discuss exactly how Disney Genie and Disney Genie+ may help or hinder the following groups of Disney travelers:
Join us as we explore all three tiers of Disney Genie and whether or not it's a good thing. Thank You for Listening Thank you for listening to 1923 Main Street, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed the show. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify or your favorite podcast player. A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes of our Disney podcast each week. If you are interested in helping to support the our show, we have set up some great rewards for our supporters on Patreon. So feel free to drop by for a visit. Contact us at 1923 Main Street We know that you enjoy Disney podcasts and we thank you for listening to the Disney Travel Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes. Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook. If you would like to help support the show so that we can continue to improve the podcast, please share 1923 Main Street with your friends and on social media. You can also drop by our Patreon page (which is kind of like a virtual tip jar), where we have set up some special support levels for anyone who would like to help out in that way. Shop Disney Be sure to visit our online shop to see a wide selection of 1923 Main Street merchandise, plus original Disney-inspired t-shirts and more. Thank you for listening and have a magical day! Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic |
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