Go Informed: Build a Better Vacation
Straightforward Disney World and Universal Orlando advice and information. Reduce the stress and fire up the fun for your theme park vacation.
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Today we dive into an advanced theme park hack I call double rope drop. Find out how you can beat the crowds twice on the same day at Disney World, Disneyland, or Universal Orlando.
Show notes for this episode are part of the Go Informed newsletter series. Get the written tips at GoInformed.net/79 - and be sure to subscribe while you're there!
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I just got back from Disneyland and have so much to tell you! In this trip report you'll hear all about the adventures of a couple of kid-free moms on a 4-day Disneyland spree, including:
- Disneyland's holiday decorations & ride overlays
- Our favorite dining experiences
- California Adventure's Festival of the Holidays, and the incredible Cars Land Christmas
- The secret weapon to get into an empty theme park
- How Genie+ works at Dis...
- Find out how far you will realistically walk in the parks
- What gear you need for happy feet
- How to prepare yourself and your fellow travelers
- Where to get some fun bingo cards to track your training distances
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RIP FastPass, Disney's new system is Lightning Lane and it works with an app called Disney Genie. On this quick-start episode I'm covering the bare minimum every Disney traveler needs to know about Genie and Lightning Lane, including:
- Where you find the Genie app
- What's free and what's not
- How Lightning Lane is different from FastPass, and how it's the same
- The difference between Genie and Genie+
- The difference between Lightni...
- The Avengers Campus backstory
- How to come face-to-face with your favorite MCU characters
- Whether you should ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout and Web-Slingers
- What's cooking in the Pym Test Kitchen
- Where to find a treasure trove of Marvel merch
- Touring tips for a marvel-ous visit ;)
Find out what makes Disney World the perfect destination for animal lovers. Special guest Joey McGirr, AKA The Disney Hack, joins me to discuss:
- Animal Kingdom's safari, walking trails, and backstage tours
- Epcot's incredible aquarium complex
- Where to find animals at Magic Kingdom
- Which Disney hotels every animal lover should consider
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Get a close look at how Universal Orlando compares to Universal Hollywood, including:
- What's in Hollywood's Wizarding World of Harry Potter - and what's not
- Which attractions you'll find only on the West or East coast
- How location affects your experience
- Hotel options and cost comparison
- Which destination is easier to combine with a Disney vacation
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- What's new at Disney World, Universal Orlando, & Disneyland
- What to expect if you visit a theme park this year
- 2022 coming attractions at the Disney & Universal parks
- A big reveal from Maven
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What happens when a Universal Orlando veteran experiences Halloween Horror Nights for the first time? Special guest Jon shares all the details to help you decide if HHN should be in your Orlando vacation plans, including:
- Can a scaredy-cat enjoy Halloween Horror Nights?
- What it's like to do a HHN RIP tour
- Where to stay if you go to HHN
- Universal's special HHN dining options
Did he love it? Will he ever go again? Press pl...
Ric's back to share his stories and tips about his first-ever trip to Universal Orlando, including:
- Bad guest behavior
- Dining recs, including where NOT to have breakfast
- UO tips for big guys
- How rain can affect your trip
- Bill Weasley fun facts
Show notes at GoInformed.net/70
Catch Rick on the Monorail Tales podcast!
Special guest Ric from the Monorail Tales podcast joins me to talk about his upcoming first-ever trip to Universal Orlando. Get the answers to common first-timer FAQ's, including:
- Is Universal early admission worth it?
- How does Express Pass compare to Disney's FastPass?
- Wizarding World of Harry Potter touring advice
- What to know about water rides
- What else should a Disney pro know about Universal Orlando?
Big thanks to R...
Calling all Marvel fans! Did you know you can find Marvel attractions at both Disney AND Universal?
On this episode I'm joined by Joey, The Disney Hack, to talk about:
- Which parks feature which Marvel characters
- Which coast you need to visit to meet Doctor Strange
- Why Universal has an entire Marvel land just miles from Disney World
This episode is an excerpt from a discussion that first aired on Facebook Live. For more Disney...
Today it's all about Disney World park tickets! Get the tips to help you decide:
- If it's worth it for you to add the park-hopper option
- How many days admission you should buy
- What Disney's date-based pricing can tell you about predicted crowd levels
- When and how you should purchase your Disney World tickets
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Dreaming of a post-vax Orlando vacation? Find out what you need to know now about visiting Disney World & Universal Orlando in 2021.
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Find out everything you need to know about choosing your park tickets at Universal Orlando, including:
- Why you should look at park ticket options EARLY in your vacation planning process
- What you need to know about Universal Orlando's date-based ticket pricing - including a great crowd prediction hack
- How to save money on tickets, Express Pass, and even your hotel - just by choosing the right type of admission
Yes you should definitely see Universal and Disney World on your Orlando vacation! Find out how best to combine both for your next trip, including where to stay and how to plan your itinerary.
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Today I share my pro strategies for booking your Disney World vacation, so you can save money and time, and get that perfect hotel room!
This episode is the last in my five-part series about the Disney World hotels. Be sure to catch episodes 59-62 for lots more info about where to stay on your next vacation.
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The Disney World value resorts offer some of the most delightfully themed options on-site. Get the pros and cons of each, and find out where you can pitch a tent on Disney property or stay in a Cars-themed family suite! Plus we'll explore transportation, dining, and pools at each value hotel.
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From high-rise towers to not-so-rustic cabins, Disney World's moderate resorts offer something for everyone. Join me as we take a closer look at all the options in Disney's moderate category.
Find your perfect Disney World resort in my essential hotel guide at GoInformed.net/61
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Today we take a closer look at each of the Disney World deluxe resorts and villas. Find out what makes each property unique, including location, transportation options, and extra details to help you choose your perfect Disney World hotel.
Get my essential guide to the Disney World hotels at GoInformed.net/60.
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