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Unlocking The Magic Website: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/ Itunes: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/itunes Facebook: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/facebook Twitter: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/twitter Pinterest: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/pinterest  Stitcher: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/stitcher Fun ways to surprise your kids (or kid at heart) with a Disney Vacation Announcing a trip to Disney is a sure fire way to get on the parents of the century list lol! In this episode, we go over a few fun ways to surprise someone special with the ultimate gift. We love coming up with these and encourage you to share your ideas as well. We’ d love to hear them or see them! Send us photos Mentioned on the show: “Mystery Ride” Road Trip Disney Mylar Balloons with attached envelope  A Map of Florida with Disney Word circled in sharpie Disney floral and gifts website Homemade T shirts – (front) Get excited we are.. (back) Going to Disney World! Character Call (*Disney Cruise) DYI Puzzle  Thanks For

Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome.  Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of course magical) day.

Top Mistakes to Avoid On Your Next Disney Trip After many vacations to Walt Disney World it got us thinking... why do so many people complain that they need a "vacation from their vacation" to WDW?  Then we remembered our first fateful trip... we did so many things wrong that we swore we'd never go to Walt Disney World again- LOL! Fast forward to today, we have learned from our mistakes and try to convey our message to others. Below is a few top mistakes to avoid.. Back to Back Parks It is so very tempting to cram as many days in the theme parks as possible. Especially when "adding" additional park days to your "magic your way package" seems so affordable. However, this will lead to an exhausting vacation. Even as our kids grow we find that scheduling back to back parks makes our vacation feel like a blur and our feet so achy we can't enjoy the moment. If you are still dead set on visiting the parks back to back be sure to set these two largest parks apart from your days..Animal Kingdom and Epcot.  NOT SCHEDU

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort Unlocked It's hard to imagine nowadays that the plot of land that the Grand Floridian sits on was originally intended for an Asian Themed resort. Due to financial hurdles, the project was abandoned and the land remained empty for many years to come. When the idea for the resort finally resurfaced, Imagineers wanted to make sure that whatever they built resembled the land in the Magic Kingdom (just as the Contemporary goes with Tomorrowland and Polynesian with Adventureland). They finally settled on a concept that would reflect the beautiful Main Street U.S.A inside the Magic Kingdom. Alas, the Grand Floridian was born. Officially opened in 1988, The Grand Floridian was designed to resemble the beautiful beach front resorts of yesteryear with an old fashion victorian elegance that transports you back in time. Adorned with Italian marble and timeless victorian details throughout, the Grand Floridian is a luxurious resort. Definitely with the luxury comes a hefty price tag but I s

Get your free audio book Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome.  Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of course magical) day. Website: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/ Itunes: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/itunes Facebook: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/facebook Twitter: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/twitter Pinterest: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/pinterest  Stitcher: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/stitcher Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/unlockthemagic/

Get your free audio book Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome.  Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of course magical) day. Top places to take pictures in Walt Disney World Walt Disney World has many designated (kodak photo spots) areas to take incredible photos. The parks even list these areas on their maps for easy finding.  Of course, memory maker also takes the ease from taking photos but many just don’t have it in their budget.   We wanted to share with you our favorite places to take pictures that are a bit more “out of the box” and are just as beautiful -if not more! Some of these require a bit of pre planning bu

Get your free audio book Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome.  Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of course magical) day.

Leave us a quick review Unlocking Tomorrowland  “A vista into a world of wondrous ideas, signifying man’s achievements … a step into the future, with predictions of constructive things to come. Tomorrow offers new frontiers in science, adventure, and ideals: the Atomic Age, the challenge of outer space, and the hope for a peaceful and unified world.” -Walt Disney. Dedication of Tomorrowland.  Walt Disney loved exploring and imagining what the future would hold.  Exciting innovations and progress were at the core of his heart.  Visiting Tomorrowland inside the Magic Kingdom makes us feel connected to Walt Disney. Be sure to try to visit the land both day and at night as a lot of our favorite attractions are better experienced when the sun goes down.  Attractions in Tomorrowland: Tomorrowland Transit Authority People Mover This iconic attraction is our first stop when entering Tomorrowland. It sets the tone of the entire area and makes you feel like this really may be the way people travel in the future. ;) Spa

Leave us a quick review   Rating Disney's Moderate Resorts This is a tough show for us to do as there's much to love about each one of Disney's moderate resorts which makes them difficult to rank. In this episode, we give a brief overview of each resort while listing our top picks from our least favorite to most. From the relaxing tropical setting at the Caribbean Beach Resort to the cobblestone streets inside New Orleans’s historic French Quarter, there are many things to love about the variety of the resorts. Which one is your favorite? ;) Disney's Coronado Springs The only moderate category resort with a full fitness center and spa, this resort tops our list as our #1 choice. Caribbean Beach Resort The only tough thing about this place is how to pronounce the name ..("ker-i-BEE-uhn"??) There are plenty of relaxing areas at this tropical resort and the pool is absolutely beautiful. The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort With quaint cabins that sleep 6 adults, there is plenty of space for a big

Pirates of the Caribbean, located at the end of Adventure Land is one of our favorite attractions. It is a well known "Disney Classic" and a must do at the Magic Kingdom. Believe it or not, the attraction was originally supposed to be walk through wax museum but with the success of Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress at the 1964 New York World's Fair, Walt Disney decided that Audio Animatronics was the best way to have their guests immerse themselves in this fun, pirate story. There was even a movie inspired by the attraction. Have you heard of it? ;) Be sure to visit the pirate themed gift shop at the end of your experience for some really great keepsakes to take home. Truth be told, Bruce has to drag me out every time."Yo ho, yo ho, a pirates' life for me." Ha! Things to listen for: Some differences between the attractions in DisneyLand and DisneyWorld The unexpected surprise at the beginning of the ride Fast pass a yes or no?   Links From The Show: Facebook Twitter Itunes Stitcher Free Audio Book Thanks

7 Things we love about Disney's Boardwalk Website: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/ Itunes: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/itunes Facebook: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/facebook Twitter: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/twitter Pinterest: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/pinterest  Stitcher: http://www.unlockingthemagic.com/stitcher Disney's Boardwalk is a little tucked away gem. It can be easily overlooked as there is technically no direct transportation to the Boardwalk (tips on how to get there on the show). The ambiance takes you back to a simpler time "the good old days ;) " and there is no better place to go for an evening stroll. Things we love The Boardwalk at Walt Disney World Boardwalk atmosphere (especially at night) Surrey Bike rentals Boardwalk Bakery Seashore Sweets Hotel Exploring Wyland Galleries It's Free (bonus) Links From The Show: Facebook Twitter Itunes Stitcher Free Audio Book Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much f

The do's and don'ts about driving or flying to Disney World PLease leave a rating and review :) Bruce and I are constantly torn (argue lol) about whether to fly or drive when headed to Walt Disney World. Both have great pro's but they also come along come with some negatives. On this episode, we discuss our thoughts about driving or flying and hope to help with your decision.   What to listen for: Tips for driving a long distance Why we like driving sometimes over flying The benefits of driving What you loose when you drive  The benefits of flying When flying is the best idea for you When driving is the better choice Give us a review :) Links From The Show: Facebook Twitter Itunes Stitcher Free Audio Book Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome.  Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingth

Perfect day at the Magic Kingdom The Magic Kingdom is a remarkable park. From the moment you step upon Main street, you are taken into another world. We have been so lucky to have visited many times and are able to share some insight on what makes a great day for us. In this episode, we give you our ideas of what makes a perfect day at the Magic Kingdom. Some topics we discuss: What to look for along Main Street Where to grab lunch How to relax and regroup Must do attractions The perfect way to end the evening Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome.  Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of course magical) day.

Planning a vacation to Walt Disney World is an exciting time. However, with so many details to coordinate, there can be a lot of questions that are left unanswered. In this episode we answer some great listener questions and hope it can help you with your planning.   Question Answered in this episode: How far out in advance does Disney release extra magic hours? What is our favorite moderate resort to stay at and why?   What to do with our luggage if we arrive early   What is included with your quick service meal/ table dining meal?   Are Deluxe Resorts worth the money   Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome.  Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of course magical) day. Website: http://www.unlockingthe

10 Things To Love About Disney's Hollywood Studios Disney's Hollywood Studios holds a special place in my heart. From the moment you step into the park, you are immersed into the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's Golden age. Movie magic comes to life and the entertainment is abundant. Although the park is currently undergoing changes, you can feel at ease knowing that Disney has always been able to undergo transformations seamlessly. Mentioned in This Episode:  50's Prime Cafe Writers Stop Star Tours One Mans Dream Tower of Terror The Great Movie Ride Fantasmic! Strolling down Sunset Boulevard  Visiting the Art Store Aslo Mentioned: Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too  . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome.  Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great

10 Things To Love About Disney’s Magic Kingdom A vacation to Walt Disney World is not complete without visiting the Magic Kingdom. The magic can be felt as soon as stepping onto Main street when you are suddenly immersed in a land of fantasy, leaving all your worries behind. It is a place we feel that everyone of all ages should experience at least once in their lifetime and become inspired that truly anything is possible.   “Walt Disney World is a tribute to the philosophy and life of Walter Elias Disney… and to the talents, the dedication, and the loyalty of the entire Disney organization that made Walt Disney’s dream come true. May Walt Disney World bring Joy and Inspiration and New Knowledge to all who come to this happy place … a Magic Kingdom where the young at heart of all ages can laugh and play and learn — together”. – Roy Disney October 25, 1971   Our Favorite Things Walking slowly down Main Street Astro Orbiter (preferably at night) Pineapple Dole Whip Liberty Tree Tavern (all you can eat at din

10 Things to Love about Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a theme park unlike any other. Officially opened on Earth Day, April 22, 1998, the park actually has a lot of ties to Walt Disney, and the admiration he displayed for animals throughout his life. Some of Walt’s earliest sketches were local animals. With over 500 acres, it is super important to wear your most comfortable shoes at this park.  What to listen for: When is the best time to visit What’s hidden inside the Tree of Life Why you should keep a watchful eye on the park map Expedition Everest, more than a roller coaster. Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these shows. It’s so much fun for us and we hope you like them too . If you could subscribe in Itunes and give us an honest review that would be awesome.  Also come talk to us on Twitter & Facebook and see the photos from our recent trips on Instagram. That’s it for now! Until next time, have a great (and of course magical) day. Websit

Top Quick Service Restaurants in Walt Disney World We could literally do 5 episodes of our favorite quick service restaurants we love when visiting Walt Disney World. To narrow them down to fit into a 30 minute show was tough but we did it.  In this episode we give you are top quick service restaurants we have to visit every time we go to Disney World in Orlando. We try new ones every time that we visit but this is the list of our favorites.  They are spread out inside and outside of the parks, so some of these you will need a ticket to get into but not all. On your next trip visit some other resorts and check out there quick service restaurants and see what they have to offer. Our Top Places: Tangierine Cafe Beach Club Marketplace La Cantina De San Angel Captain Cooks  Columbia Harbor House Be Our Guest Email us your question or suggestions for future episodes: Info@unlockingthemagic.com Or Visit us at www.UnlockingTheMagic.com Thanks For Listening! Hope you enjoyed this episode! We really love doing these