Raised on the Dis! - One Family's Guide to a Successful Disney World Trip

Raised on the Dis! - One Family's Guide to a Successful Disney World Trip

Traveling to Disney World with kids is tough, and magical, all at the same time. There's nothing like seeing your children's passion come to life right in front of your eyes. We are Nick, Zoleanne, Christian, Claire and Carter - a family passionate about awesome vacations in Walt Disney World! Join us as we discuss tips for first time travelers, what it is really like to stay at a Disney World resort, theme park strategy, dining experiences and more! We are not experts and no Disney trip is the same! However, we hope you find something that makes your next trip extra special!

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August 19, 2023 24 mins

We're back from our year-long hiatus with a bag full of memories and tips to share. In this episode, we are taking a close look at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.  With exclusive stage shows, fireworks, parade and more - is this after-hours event at the Magic Kingdom worth your time?  Join us as we answer that question!

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We are back!  After a bit of a hiatus, Raised on the Dis is reviewing EPCOT's latest attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind!  No spoilers here, but we cover everything from whether you should be concerned about motion sickness on this new ride, what to expect while you are waiting in line and tips on how to secure your spot in the 7 a.m. virtual queue.  Plus, we tell you how to make sure you can ride Cosmic Rewind, ...

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Should you take your kids out of school to go on vacation to Disney World?  It is a vacation that might be more educational than you think!  In this episode, we are listing the steps you need to take in order to responsibly take your kids out of school for a big Disney vacation.  Also, we are listing the different educational opportunities in every Walt Disney World theme park.

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Are you traveling to Disney World soon with a really big travel group?  Whether you are traveling with eight, ten or even 12 people - Raised on the Dis can give you an advantage in reserving all of the table service meals on your wishlist!  We are headed to Disney World soon with a group of ten - so we have real world advice to pass along!

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Do you want to make sure you score the hottest reservations at Walt Disney World, including Be Our Guest at Magic Kingdom and Space 220 at Epcot?  Just follow our top 7 tips for reserving dining for your next Walt Disney World vacation - and make sure you're ready to wake up bright and early to do it!  Our tips include making multiple reservations each day (that you can cancel later!) and how to take advantage of someone else&...

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Walt Disney World vacations can been very rewarding, and very stressful, all at the same time.  Are you making common mistakes when planning your Disney trips? In this episode, Nick and Zoleanne analyze the "top 10 mistakes" made by vacationers when planning a Disney trip.

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Are you headed to Disney World for celebration of its 50th anniversary?  In this episode of "Raised on the Dis," Nick and Zoleanne are counting down their top five resort picks for the 18-month celebration, including deluxe, moderate and value options.

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In this episode of "Raised on the Dis," we are sharing our park-by-park recommendations for Disney Genie Plus, which begins on Tuesday, Oct. 19th.  Should you pay $15 per park, per day to bypass standby lines at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom?  And - should you pay extra to ride very popular rides such as Star Wars Rise of the Resistance, Avatar Flight of Passage?

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For everyone who says a trip to Walt Disney World is not what it once was - this episode is for you!  Nick and Zoleanne are listing the top five things they both dislike about Disney World - from limited options due to COVID-19, paying for parking at Walt Disney World resorts, and paper straws!

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We are wishing Walt Disney World a very happy 50th anniversary on this episode of "Raised on the Dis," and providing feedback on two new nightly fireworks shows - "HarmoniUS" at Epcot and "Enchantment" at the Magic Kingdom.  We are also listing everything that we are looking forward to during Disney's 18-month anniversary celebration - including Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Space 220 an...

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Escape from your Walt Disney World vacation at this awesome resort!  Wilderness Lodge is a "Raised on the Dis" favorite, with amazing theming, restaurants, pools and plenty of options when it comes to rooms.  Find out why Wilderness Lodge is a great option for your Walt Disney World vacation!

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Disney's newest resort will take you to Epcot and Hollywood Studios in just minutes and make you feel like you are on holiday in the French Riviera!  Find out why Disney's Riviera Resort is our new favorite at Disney World, in this episode of "Raised on the Dis."

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It's the only Disney resort that also has a zoo!  This week, "Raised on the Dis" is talking about Animal Kingdom Lodge and whether you should stay there on your next trip to Walt Disney World.  We are focusing on both Jambo House and Kidani Village, with special focus on dining, amenities, transportation and of course, rooms at each hotel!

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Traveling with kids is tough!  Check out this episode, which features our top 10 recommended restaurants for a Walt Disney World vacation that includes young kids!  We are featuring restaurants from each Disney World park and Disney Springs.

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Don't miss these hidden gems on your next Walt Disney World vacation.  Nick and Zoleanne are highlighting lesser known attractions at the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios.  Will you visit these shows and attractions on your next trip?

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Disney has announced plans to introduce new planning features through the Disney Genie - which will be added to the My Disney Experience app this fall.  They're also introducing paid Fast Passes - at $15 per person, per day at Disney World.  But wait - there's more!  Visitors can also pay to skip the lines for headliner rides at Disney World parks for a separate fee.  Nick and Zoleanne share their reaction to Disney'...

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August 9, 2021 26 mins

With so many restrictions and limitations in Disney World's parks, should you travel to the "Most Magical Place on Earth" right now?  Nick and Zoleanne break down new COVID-19 restrictions and detail experiences that aren't available right now - while also listing some reasons you might want to keep an upcoming trip on your schedule!

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August 3, 2021 36 mins

Is Epcot worth a visit on your next Disney World vacation?  It's a beautiful park, for sure, but it is also full of construction!  Nick and Zoleanne list their top three reasons to visit Epcot and three reasons you might want to skip it - in this episode of "Raised on the Dis!"

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Many have tried, and many have failed, to secure a spot in the virtual line for Star Wars Rise of the Resistance ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios.  In this episode, Nick and Zoleanne run through some easy tips to make sure that you get to ride this "can't miss" attraction on your next vacation.  They're also revealing the top three rides to tackle first at Hollywood Studios - avoiding long lines later in ...

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Want to ride the most popular rides at Disney World's Animal Kingdom without wasting hours in line?  In this episode, Nick and Zoleanne talk about how to "rope drop" Animal Kingdom to be one of the first in line for Avatar Flight of Passage - and reveal the two other rides to visit first at the park.  Stick around to hear their three picks for rides that can wait until later in the day.

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