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I was able to attend the Disney Very Merriest After Hours Event at Magic Kingdom. On this episode I break down this unique 2021 event and give my review on the entertainment during the party as well as the overall value of it. Plus, I share my top tips to get the most out of this hard ticketed event. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/124 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

Trader Brandon is a former Imagineer who worked on such projects as Trader Sam's, Pandora: The World of Avatar, the Hat Box Ghost and many more attractions. He is also a former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper and even spent time creating attractions for Universal Creative. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview with him. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/123 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

Trader Brandon is a former Imagineer who worked on such projects as Trader Sam's, Pandora: The World of Avatar, the Hat Box Ghost and many more attractions. He is also a former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper and even spent time creating attractions for Universal Creative. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview with him. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/122 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

On this week's News to Opinion, I share all the details on Epcot's International Festival of the Arts and why I think it is the best yearly Epcot festival. I also share the best, and worst, food items Disney has come up with to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/news102821 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

The newest tool for your Walt Disney World vacation, Disney Genie, is now live. I tested out the paid Genie+ service on the first day it was released and I am sharing my experience on this episode. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/121 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

Epcot's newest attraction, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, has been open to the general public for a few weeks now. On this episode I share my review of the attraction, what I like and don't like about it and I explain why this attraction is so important to the current state and the future of Epcot. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/120 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

On this week's News to Opinion, the attractions being offered with Disney Genie+ have been announced. I break down which of the theme parks look like a great deal and which are missing the mark with their offerings. Plus, I also talk about the sample pricing given out for the attractions participating in the Lightning lane a la carte tier. And I share my thoughts on what this means for future attractions and how Disney is very carefully handling their messaging around this. Enter Our "Buying Disney's World" Giveaway Here! https://www.wdwopinion.com/119 Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/news101421 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

In the late 1960s, the Disney corporation was able to purchase over 27,000 acres of Central Florida Swampland to build their "Florida Project". In "Buying Disney's World", Aaron Goldberg chronicles how the company was able to pull this off. This is a story complete with fake companies, CIA operatives, backroom deals and more twist than you can keep track of. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/119 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

On this week's News to Opinion we talk about how Character Meet and Greets are returning to the Walt Disney World parks. I also discuss the other entertainment offerings that are coming back to the parks and how that will impact your upcoming vacations. Plus, I share my breakdown and expectations on what the MagicBand+ will offer. And we getting an opening date for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser and an opening year for Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/news10721 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

I was lucky enough to be in the Magic Kingdom on October 1 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. I spent 13 hours in the park (!!!) and I had an absolute blast. On this episode I share a recap of my day and express how happy I was that I got to be there. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/118 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

On this week's News to Opinion we talk about how Boarding Groups will be going away for Rise of the Resistance at Hollywood Studios. I share how this will impact your trip planning going forward; how I find it interesting that Boarding Groups are still in place at other attractions; and why Disney selected this moment in time to get rid of Boarding Groups for Rise of the Resistance. Plus, Expedition Everest is going down for a refurb and I discuss what upgrades might be happening and how I find it unusual that Disney decided to do this refurb during the 50th anniversary. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/news92321 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

On this episode we are talking about what to pack for your Walt Disney World vacation. We discuss things to consider like what time of year you are going and what activities you plan on doing. Plus, we share some of our recent favorite products that have been game changers when it comes to helping us in the parks and on our trips. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/117 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

We have a brand new offering from WDW Opinion. News to Opinion will be a weekly show covering all the important news stories from Walt Disney World. News stories for the week of September 16 2021 include a breakdown of the new Annual Pass offerings for Walt Disney World as well as the menus being revealed form the Steakhouse 71 and Space 220 Restaurants. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/news91621 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

On this episode I share my interview with New York Times Bestselling Author of The Kingdom Keepers and Peter and the Starcatchers, Ridley Pearson. During the interview you will discover how Ridley was able to transition from gritty suspense novels into more family and young children stories; what it was like being a co-author with Dave Barry; how he got the gig to create The Kingdom Keepers books for Disney; why he thinks "it's a small world" is haunted; and what new projects he is currently working on. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/116 Buy Ridley's Books Here: https://amzn.to/2Xbv8Uy Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

In this episode I share some fun facts about the Walt Disney World Resort Hotels you’ve probably never heard of about. There’s plenty of fun facts to tell but for this episode I’ve narrowed it down to 10 of my favorite. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/115 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

In this episode I share some fun facts about Disney's Animal Kingdom you’ve probably never heard of about. There’s plenty of fun facts to tell but for this episode I’ve narrowed it down to 10 of my favorite. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/114 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

In this episode I share some Epcot fun facts you’ve probably never heard of about. There’s plenty of fun facts to tell but for this episode I’ve narrowed it down to 10 of my favorite. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/113 Check out the books I used as resources for this episode. The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World by Susan Veness The Walt Disney World that Never Was by Christopher E Smith Walt Disney’s Epcot Center: Creating the New World of Tomorrow Note that the above are affiliate links which means if you purchase I might earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

Say goodbye to FastPass+ and hello to Disney Genie, Disney Genie+ and Lightning Lane. I break down all the breaking Walt Disney World news and share my thoughts and opinions on all of it. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/specialgenieepisode Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

Ciao! On this episode we’ve got some News to Opinion and I will also be giving a review of the new Pixar film, Luca. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/112 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers

On this episode of the show I’m talking about my recent trip to Walt Disney World and the future of the WDW Opinion podcast. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/111 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers