Disney Deciphered: a Disney World planning podcast

Disneyland heat Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney parks or a cruise vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Beat the heat at Disneyland Resort, where it does get hot, with Leslie's advice and tips! Connect with us by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 01:07 - Disneyland trip overview 03:19 - When does it get hot at Disneyland? 05:06 - Adjusting general strategy based on heat 06:26 - Where to eat when it's hot in Disneyland 08:39 - Good dining options in California Adventure 09:26 - Hotel restaurant options? 11:12 - Quick service options 15:39 - Queue considerations and best rides 23:06 - General tips 27:36 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

Norwegian Fjords Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney parks or a cruise vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description One last cruise report for the summer! Joe sailed on the Disney Dream out of the UK to Norway to visit the fjords. We discuss beautiful scenery, the English Channel, Maelstrom, extended family cruising, and a whole lot more on this bucket list trip. Connect with us by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 02:02 - Pre-cruise in London 04:38 - Transportation to the port in Southampton 07:33 - Norwegian Fjords Itinerary 14:19 - Haugesund and Olden 22:21 Alesund and Stavanger 31:56 - Money in Europe 35:21 - Disney vs. 3rd Party Excursions 37:04 - Was the cruise worth it? 39:33 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram !

Lindblad Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney parks or a cruise vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Joe recently was invited to check out the Arctic Circle with National Geographic/Lindblad expeditions. We talk about expedition cruising, what makes it a bit rough yet still comfortable, polar bears, beautiful scenery, beach landings, and a whole lot more. Greenland, I was unfamiliar with your game. Connect with us by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 03:45 - What is a National Geographic/Lindblad Expedition? 10:56 - Does Lindblad work for less active folks? 15:41 - Cruise itinerary 19:05 - A Typical Expedition Day 27:25 - What was the National Geographic Explorer vessel like? 30:18 - Seasickness? 32:50 - Equipment needed for expedition cruising 34:42 - Who should consider trying National Geographic/Lindblad Expeditions? 37:57 - Lindblad vs. Adventures by Disney 42:47 - Overall National Geographic/Lindblad review 44:27 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

D23 2026 Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description D23 had a bunch of announcements - we discuss all the parks news worth knowing! Connect with us by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 02:36 - Animal Kingdom announcements 09:10 - Hollywood Studios announcements 11:32 - EPCOT announcements 13:33 - Magic Kingdom announcements 17:43 - International Parks announcements 19:11 - Disney Cruise Line announcements 22:08 - Disney's California Adventure announcements 26:18 - Disneyland announcements 28:37 - Closing Thoughts 33:47 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

01:23 Avengers Campus background 02:25 Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout background 04:02 Queue and Attraction 10:40 Who is Mission Breakout for/not for? 12:39 Lightning Lane and Line strategies 15:47 Tier ranking 18:04 Spiderman: WEB Slingers background, queue, and attraction 25:51 Lightning Lane and Line strategies 28:00 Tier Ranking 30:33 Disney dos and don'ts

01:13 Things disney is already updating/will never update 02:33 Magicband+ 05:20 Epcot lighting 06:23 Closed counter service areas 08:06 Naming conventions 10:05 Animal Kingdom at night 11:44 My Disney Experience app 12:58 Attraction fixes 17:55 Guest experience 21:36 Creativity from Imagineering on new attractions 22:31 More transportation options 25:30 Disney dos and don'ts

01:21 Disney Springs bus changes 06:52 Grand Floridian Gingerbread House is no more 11:18 Carousel of Progress changes 13:56 Holiday announcements 16:31 2 Day Discounted Ticket 18:32 Disney Cruise Line promotions 21:26 Disneyland Discounts 25:04 Oogie Boogie Bash sales lagging 27:01 Disney dos and don'ts

Leslie's Sister Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Leslie's sister, a relatively casual Disney fan, joined the podcast to discuss her recent trip to Disney World (and Universal). We discuss why she chose to stay off-site, her impressions, and whether she'd go back! Connect with us by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 02:08 - Disney background 04:29 - Why offsite? 07:21 - Both Disney AND Universal? 08:50 - Disney considerations 16:55 - Magic Kingdom highlights 19:46 - EPCOT highlights 21:55 - Extending the Disney magic 24:26 - Universal 30:23 - Disney vs Universal 33:27 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

Leslie tried things some different ways and we're here to talk about it!

3:45 - Beak and Barrel! 5:10 - Fantasmic! 7:53 - Muppets! 11:04 - Grogu! 13:52 - Soarin! 15:43 - Test Track! 17:14 - Disney Starlight! 18:50 - Buzz! 21:18 - Big Thunder! 22:52 - Animal Kingdom - good? 24:42 - Bluey! 28:22 - Zootopia 29:23 - Goofy Core 30:09 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

LL Strategies Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Leslie has an upcoming trip to Disney World and so does her sister - so we discuss pre-trip strategy in today's episode. What's your Lightning Lane booking strategy? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 3:48 - Upcoming trip details 6:16 - Booking a hotel but not staying in it? 8:10 - Ticket decisions 10:56 - Choosing parks to use Lightning Lane at 14:57 - Booking Epcot Lightning Lanes 23:18 - Magic Kingdom Lightning Lanes 28:03 - Other trip considerations 31:32 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

2:09 - Indiana Jones background 7:26 - Indy ride run through 11:00 - Who is the attraction for/not for 13:14 - Line strategies 15:51 - Indiana Jones tier ranking 17:53 - Matterhorn basics 20:22 - Attraction run through 24:45 - Who the attraction is for/not for 27:02 - Line strategies 29:26 - Matterhorn tier rankings

Disneyland Trip Report Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Leslie visited Disneyland so she's got all the tips to get you ready to visit this summer. From staying off-site, to new rope drop procedures, to some single rider line updates - we've got you covered for your upcoming Disneyland trips! Plus - Bluey! Going to Disneyland this summer? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:06 - General trip and disclosures 4:56 - Courtyard Marriott Theme Park 7:50 - Crowds 9:51 - Kids rule summer 12:13 - Bluey 16:22 - New California Adventure rope drop procedure 19:37 - Operational issues 21:30 - Using the app 24:40 - Touring Plans app 25:42 - Single rider experiences 28:33 - Galaxy's Edge timeline changes 30:41 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

Disney Mistakes Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Did you know that the #1 source of misinformation on Disney is podcasts? Not really, but there are a lot of common Disney mistakes people make and misconceptions that even Disney people have - including us! In today's episode we discuss some of the common Disney errors. Plus, news on what's coming this summer and what's open already. Any common Disney makes to share? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:12 - Buzz Lightyear is open 5:39 - New Mandalorian scenes on the Falcon 7:34 - More summer news 13:26 - Mickey's Not So Scary and 50% off Disney Cruise Line 18:27 - Lightning Lane Booking for ticket only reservations 20:50 - Proper rope drop timing 23:24 - The "wrong" age to visit 26:18 - Use the app properly! 28:07 - Mobile order 29:55 - Lightning Lane strategy 31:42 - Disneyland Lightning Lane tips 37:13 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

Disney Accessories Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description There is a LOT of advice on the internet about things you MUST BRING to Disney - so we thought we'd chime in with our opinion to further confuse you! From Magicbands to autograph books and everything in between, we chat about what we are buying or not buying before our Disney trips. What are your must have accessories for your Disney trips? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:30 - Magicbands 10:39 - Matching t-shirts 11:48 - Princess stuff 13:33 - Loungefly bags 16:51 - Mickey and Minnie ears 18:39 - Fuel rods 20:00 - Autograph books 21:48 - Pins 24:13 - Bubble wands 25:27 - Stroller flair signs 26:34 - Touring Plans subscription 29:00 - Wait Magic, and Standby Skipper 30:36 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

RSR and IC Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Disneyland Ride Guide! On today's episode we discuss Radiator Springs Racers and Incredicoaster at Disney's California Adventure. Do these two thrill rides live up to the hype? What's the best way to avoid waiting in lines on these attractions? We discuss all that plus our tier rankings for these two iconic attractions. What do you think of Radiator Springs Racers? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 1:53 - Radiator Springs Racers background 3:54 - Queue and ride run through 11:46 - Lightning Lane and line strategies 17:20 - Radiator Springs Racers tier ranking 19:03 - Incredicoaster background 27:42 - Lightning Lane and line strategies 31:08 - Incredicoaster tier ranking 33:28 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

Offsite RD Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description So we handled how to do the parks without Lightning Lane if you're staying on-site, but what do you do if you're staying offsite? Today we discuss rope drop strategy for off-site guests, why it's still good to get ahead of the crowds, and how to zag when others are zigging. How do you tackle rope drop when off-site? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:27 - Offsite hotels w/ Early Entry 5:23 - Should you still rope drop if you're off-site? 9:39 - Magic Kingdom rope drop strategies 13:43 - Animal Kingdom rope drop strategies 16:55 - Epcot rope drop strategies 21:12 - Hollywood Studios rope drop strategies 24:44 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

DCA no LL Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description We finish our series on how to maximize the Disney parks without Lightning Lane! Disney's California Adventure, one of our favorite parks with some of the best rides in the country. We discuss how to handle Radiator Springs Racers, Guardians of the Galaxy Mission Breakout, and why even rides like Soarin' can have tough lines. If you don't have lightning lane, this episode will help you minimize your time in line! How do you like to do California Adventure without Lightning Lane? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media , or leaving a comment on our Youtube page . You can also follow us on Instagram ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:31 - Rope drop strategy 10:36 - Mid morning and lunch 14:39 - Afternoon and taking advantage of nighttime 21:25 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , PlayerFM , iHeartRadio , or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page , or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.