The Theme Park Trader Podcast

Join us for episode 297 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. So while both of us visited Alton Towers together a few weeks ago, we thought it would be good to try and get Dan to give his thoughts on the experience given that Ryan had been to Alton already this year. Naturally, we both end up talking about the theme park including the rides, food and overall experience. Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 296 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. We're incredibly fortunate this week to be rejoined by Jon who dialled into the podcast live from the Universal Orlando resort! In this weeks episode, we talk about all things Halloween Horror Nights including: Thoughts on all houses and scare zones Reviews of the food Jons thoughts on the R.I.P tour We also end the show by talking about the end of Shrek at Universal Studios and what could be coming next! Please do go and give Jon a follow over on Twitter. Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 295 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. Can you believe it? This week Dan and Ryan actually went to a theme park together! It's the first time we've been in a theme park together since 2018 and we can't wait to share what we thought of Thorpe Park here in the UK. Listen for our thoughts on attractions, food, theming and so much more! Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 294 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. We're back in Disney's Hollywood Studios this week as we continue our tour around the park. We hit the other side of Sunset Boulevard where we chat about: Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Sunshine Day Bar Sunset Ranch Market Anaheim Produce Rosie's All-American Cafe Fairfax Fare Hollywood Scoops KRNR The Rock Station Beverly Sunset Boutique Sunset Ranch Pins and Souvenirs Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 293 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. Hooray for Hollywood! This week we're starting our look back through the movie (RIP The Great Movie Ride) as we go on a grand tour of Disney's Hollywood Studios! In this week's episode we cover: Oscar's Super Service Celebrity 5 & 10 The Trolley Car Cafe Legends of Hollywood Once Upon a Time Beauty and the Beast - Live on Stage Fantasmic! Tower of Terror Joffrey's Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 292 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. This week we're giving an honest review of Butlins in Bognor Regis as Ryan has just come back from a family break focused on Tots (toddlers). We cover everything from food and attractions to some of the shows that the resort had on offer. Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 291 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. This week we're giving an honest review of the Disney Magic at Sea vacations that Disney is offering UK residents at the moment. In this show we cover off: Thoughts on the ship's restaurants Onboard entertainment review How much does a trip cost in reality? Why you shouldn't get ill on the ship Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 290 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. This week we're back on the poor reviews and reading out what people on Google think about Islands of Adventure. Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 289 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. Did any of you expect us not to have an entire episode dedicated to Disney Genie? This week we chat through the service and talk about both the positives (yes there are some) and the negatives (of which there are loads). We also talk through a few other news items and Ryan talks a little about his upcoming Disney Cruise. Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 288 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. It's the last episode of our wild tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom! This week we are walking through the other half of Discovery Island before finishing our tour of the park in Pandora - The World of Avatar. Here is everything we chat about this week: Discovery Island Trails Creature Comforts Pizzafari Nomad Lounge Tiffins Restaurant Na'vi River Journey Avatar Flight of Passage Pongu Pongu Satu'li Canteen Windtraders Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 287 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. It's the penultimate episode of our wild tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom and this week we hit every stop in Africa. From attractions and terrible train rides to some of the best-themed dining locations in the park, we have you covered. Here's everything we talk about on this week's show: Festival of the Lion King Kilimanjaro Safaris Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail Rafiki's Planet Watch Harambe Fruit Market Harambe Market Tamu Tamu Refreshments Dawa bar Tusker House Restaurant Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery Mombasa Marketplace Zuri's Sweets Shop e sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 286 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. We're finally continuing with our tour of Disney's Animal Kindom this week as we head back into Asia and complete the tour of the land. In this week's expedition we cover: Caravan Road Mr. Kamal's Warung Outpost Drinkwallah Maharajah Jungle Trek Up! A Great Bird Adventure Kali River Rapids Yak & Yeti Restaurant Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes Yak & Yeti Quality Beverages Anandapur Ice Cream Truck We'll be heading into Africa in the next part of our tour of the park! Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 285 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. Ryan starts the show with a bit of sad (but expected) news about his August trip to Orlando before we cheer ourselves up by reading poor reviews that guests have left for the Alton Towers Hotel within the Alton Towers Resort. We also talk through some interesting changes that Disney has announced for Walt Disney World as part of the 50th-anniversary celebrations. Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 284 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. This week we welcome Harry to guest on the show as he joins us to talk through some of his theme park experiences he's had over his lifetime.  We talk about theme park nostalgia, making memories with our children, and our dislike for Chapek! Do go and follow Harry on Twitter and also tune in to his Music podcast Talk Tonight HQ. Next week we will be back with our continued tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom! Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 283 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. Jon rejoins us on the show to fill us in with everything that Universal has added to the Universal Orlando Resort since the start of the pandemic. We cover everything from rides and shows to character meets and new food and beverage options! Please do go and give Jon a follow over on Twitter. Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 282 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. This week Ryan is taking you through his recent trip to the Alton Towers resort and giving his honest review of the theme park. We cover everything from the rides and food to child swap and how the park is maintained. Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 281 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. We're back on our grand tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom and this week we're finishing our wander around Dinoland USA and find ourselves entering Asia. Here's everything we cover on this part of the tour: Dinosaur Fossil Fun Games Finding Nemo - The Musical TriceraTop Spin Dino Diner Chester & Hester's Dinosaur Treasures The Dino Institute Shop Serka Zong Bazaar Expedition Everest Thirsty River Bar Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 280 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. We're taking a little break from our tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom but staying in the park as we read out some of the worst (and funniest) reviews that people have left for one of the best attractions in Walt Disney World, Flight of Passage. Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 279 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. We're continuing our tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom this week as we walk through Discovery Island and into Dinoland USA and take you through each stop on the way. Here is everywhere we stop this week: Adventurers Outpost The Smiling Crocodile Flame Tree Barbacue Isle of Java Trilo-Bites The Boneyard Dino-Bite Snacks Restaurantosaurus Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!

Join us for episode 278 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast. This week we're starting our tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom by walking through the entrance of the park and into the Oasis. We also begin our journey in Discovery Island and explain how our tour of this gigantic park is going to work. In the show we cover: Rainforest Cafe Oasis Exhibits Garden Gate Gifts Wilderness Explorers Riverside Depot Island Mercantile Discovery Trading Company It's Tough to be a Bug Eight Spoon Cafe Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com. If you like us then please check out our podcasting friends Disney Parks and Beyond!