Addicted to the Mouse: Disney Podcast | Disney World, Universal, & Cruise Vacation Planning
Episodes
Looking Forward to Mardi Gras 2026 at Universal Orlando Resort
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re looking forward to one of the best times of the year over at Universal Orlando Resort – Mardi Gras! Running from February 7 ...
Our Best Disney World Tips for 2026
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are recapping the changes that have come or are coming to Disney World in 2026, plus new discounts and more! From Tea...
Ranking Walt Disney World’s 21 Themed Lands
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we ranking all 21 of Walt Disney World’s themed lands across all four theme parks. From Main Street USA to Star Wa...
2026 Festival of the Arts Foodie Guide
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are salivating over all of the amazing food you can find this year at Epcot International Festival of the Arts for 20...
Two Disney Adults Sail on Virgin Voyages…Oh My… | On the Go
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We just disembarked from the Scarlet Lady in Miami this morning after a 5-Night Virgin Voyages cruise. We were a little nervous before getting on boa...
Our First Virgin Voyages Cruise | Pre-Trip Report
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are a little nervous about this one… Today, we’re talking all about our upcoming couples cruise on Virgin Voyages. Sailing out of Miam...
25 Iconic Disney World Attractions That Are Now Extinct
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast we are talking about 25 of the most iconic Disney World attractions that are no longer around. From SpectroMagic to the O...
What We Are Most Excited About for Disney and Beyond in 2026
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast we are talking about what is coming in 2026 to Disney World, Cruise Lines, and Beyond. But what we’re really ex...
Merry Christmas, From Our Family to Yours
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We just wanted to take a few minutes on this Christmas Eve to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! This episode is sponsored by&n...
Merry Monorail Christmas Crawl | On the Go
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are headed to the Magic Kingdom area to check out all of the Christmas decor. We’re taking you with us as we ex...
Your Disney World “Training” Guide: Prepping Mind & Body
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about how to prepare for an upcoming Disney World vacation and what to do while on that vacation to have ...
Everything Coming to Epcot’s Festival of the Arts in 2026
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are looking ahead to next month when Epcot International Festival of the Arts makes its return to Walt Disney Wor...
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Suite Categories | Sea, Sky, and Star Class
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today is all about splurging on one of our favorite cruise lines – Royal Caribbean. When we want to spoil ourselves on Royal, we book a suite. ...
2025 Epcot Festival of the Holidays | On the Go
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney podcast, we are taking you with us as we experience two full afternoons trying all of the best food and drinks at the 2025 Festiv...
Bucket List Disney World Dining
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking through all of the Bucket List Disney World Dining for every meal type. From character dining to fancy me...
Pros and Cons for Staying at Every Disney World Resort
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking through all of the Walt Disney World resorts and the reasons why we would stay at or avoid each of them. ...
Happy Thanksgiving…Disney World Style 🦃🍁
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are taking a break from the parks and cruises and focusing on being thankful (and the release of Stranger Things Seaso...
How to Choose Lightning Lanes at All Disney World Theme Parks
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking all about Lightning Lanes at Walt Disney World. Understanding the three tiers of Lightning Lanes and how t...
Jollywood Nights Review and Festival of the Holidays
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are reviewing our experience from Disney Jollywood Nights in Hollywood Studios two nights ago. We had a wonderful time...
Walking Tour of the Disney Destiny | On the Go
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are trying something a little different. We’re bringing you with us as we explore al of the areas around Disney Crui...
DISNEY DESTINY – 3 Nights on DCL’s Newest Cruise Ship | On the Go
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We just got off Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, Disney Destiny, for the 3-night Christening Cruise. We’re taking you with us as we experience ev...
Disney World Holiday Foodie Guide Outside of the Parties
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are back from Disneyland and getting ready to head to the Disney Destiny! Before we do, we’re salivating over all of the amazing holiday-themed f...
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure – On the Go
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are back in Disneyland here in Anaheim, California! After two and a half years, it’s amazing being back in one of our favorite places to visit. O...
We asked AI to Plan the Perfect Disney World Vacation…
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There is a ton of buzz around Artificial Intelligence and everything it can do right now, but would you trust it to plan your family’s expensive Dis...
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party | 2025 Foodie Guide and More
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is coming up in just over a week and we are so excited to have holidays back at Disney World! Today, w...
Jollywood Nights | Everything Coming to Hollywood Studios for This Year’s Holiday Event
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s almost Holidays in Disney World! In just a couple of weeks, we’ll be back in Hollywood Studios for Disney Jollywood Nights 2025. After a roug...
The Ultimate Disneyland Countdown: Our Top 50 Must-Dos
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been two and a half years since we were last at Disneyland! On today’s Disney Podcast, we are looking forward to our upcoming trip out to Ana...
The Ultimate Disney Cruise Line Packing List
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering everything we bring with us on a Disney Cruise (for each destination) as well as the prohibited items tha...
Disney Cruise Line Showdown: Ranking the Disney Ships
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the similarities and differences between all six Disney Cruise Line ships and then ranking all of th...
Where to Find the Best Brunches in Disney World
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about our favorite meal to eat while at Disney World…BRUNCH! Whether we are sleeping in for a rest day o...
Disney and Universal Holidays Are Right Around the Corner
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the Holidays at Disney World and Universal Orlando. Today, Disney World released packages for 2026 H...
The Ultimate Disney World Theme Park Packing List
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering everything we consider taking with us into the Disney World theme parks as well as the prohibited items t...
Ranking All the Countries in Epcot’s World Showcase
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are heading back to one of our favorite places to visit when at Walt Disney World – Epcot’s World Showcase. Compri...
Ranking the Best 12 Lounges at Walt Disney World
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are ranking our favorite 12 Lounges at Disney World. From the newest lounges – The Beak and Barrel and GEO-82 to old...
The Ultimate Disney World Vacation Checklist
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering the main things you need to consider prior to arriving at Walt Disney World. From air tags in your luggag...
Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and Universal Updates & News
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering construction updates and news from Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and Universal Orlando Resort here in...
The Best Disney Memories From All of You
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We asked all of you to share your favorite Disney pictures and what special memories they hold for you and your families and wow…did you come throug...
A Disney Picture is Worth 1,000 Words Part 2
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are continuing walking down memory lane with Part 2 of “A Disney Picture is Worth 1000 Words.” We go back over a d...
A Disney Picture is Worth 1,000 Words Part 1
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about capturing memories. We go back over a decade and describe certain pictures on our Disney vacations t...
Exploring 2025 Epcot Food & Wine Festival | On the Go
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are bringing you with us as we try everything we possibly can over the course of two days at this year’s Internation...
Destination D23 Announcements (2025) and More!
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about all of the news and announcements from last weekend’s Destination D23 Event here at Walt Disney Wo...
Halloween Horror Nights 2025 Opening Night | On the Go
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are taking you with us as we experience opening night of Halloween Horror Nights 34 this year. We are going through all four scare zones an...
How to Plan Your Disney World Dining (From Two People That Have Eaten at All of Them)
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the best way to narrow down the myriad food options available to you on your Walt Disney World vacat...
Beak and Barrel Debacle (and other craziness…)
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about all kinds of things. From our anniversary dinner at Citrico’s and first time watching Disney Starl...
New Disney Cruises and Epcot Food & Wine
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are going over the release of the new itineraries for Disney Cruise Line that are available for booking beginning next...
Star of the Seas by Royal Caribbean | Our 3-Night Preview Cruise Trip Report
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We just got back from our 3-night preview cruise on Star of the Seas, before the ship’s official launch and we have so much to share. This is the si...
Disney Dining Plan…Should You or Shouldn’t You?
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are diving deep into the Disney Dining Plan and figuring out if it’s worth it for you. Whether it is the Quick Servi...
Halloween Horror Nights 2025 – The Complete Guide for HHN 34 at Universal Orlando Resort
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Halloween Horror Nights 34 is almost here and we are talking about everything you need to know! Whether you are attending this year’s scary event at...
Complete Guide to 2025 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are giving you all the details you need if you’re thinking about going to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party in...
Catching Up On All the Disney News
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are back in the studio after three weeks of our Epic European Adventure and can’t wait to dive back into all of the Disney News we have missed wh...
Barcelona to Southampton Disney Fantasy Cruise | Trip Report
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are ending our 7-Night European Cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy tomorrow morning and have loved it so much! We started in Barcelona and sailed thr...
Barcelona Adventures by Disney Escape | Trip Report
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We just finished our Adventures by Disney Escape in Barcelona, where we spent three days exploring the city and everything it has to offer. We toured ...
Germany Adventures by Disney | Trip Report
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We just finished our Adventures by Disney in Germany, where we spent seven full days exploring Munich, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Potsdam, and Berlin. We ...
Ranking All Animal Kingdom Rides for Adults and Kiddos
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are ranking all of Animal Kingdom’s rides in two different ways. First, we rank all rides according to our preferenc...
Our Barcelona Adventures by Disney Escape and Disney Fantasy Cruise Pre-Trip Report
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about our upcoming Barcelona Adventures by Disney Escape, which is then followed by a 7-night cruise aboar...
Ask Us Anything 2025 | Part 3
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are answering all of your questions! Thanks to all of you that submitted wonderful questions about travel, life in Orl...
Our Germany Adventures by Disney Pre-Trip Report
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking through the full itinerary of everything we will experience on our epic, 7-night Germany Adventures by Dis...
Ask Us Anything 2025 | Part 2
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are answering all of your questions! You asked so many great questions about Disney, our move to Orlando, being travel...
Ask Us Anything 2025 | Part I
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are answering all of your questions! Well, technically half of your questions 🙂 Over the past 24 hours, so many of ...
Ranking All Epcot Rides for Adults and Kiddos
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are ranking all of Epcot’s rides in two different ways. First, we rank all rides according to our preferences now an...
Understand the Disney Travel Risks You’re Taking
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the risks that guests take with their Disney vacations that they may not fully understand. From Rent...
What Makes a Disney Cruise So Special (and Popular)?
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are just returning from touring the Disney Dream yesterday in Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale, FL) and are talking ab...
Don’t Do This! Our Top 20 Mistakes to Avoid on Your Next Disney World Vacation
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering our Top 20 mistakes you should avoid on your next Walt Disney World vacation. From not taking advantage o...
All the Disney News from Piston Peak to Cool Kid Summer
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about all of the Disney announcements from the last couple of weeks (and a few Universal news items too). ...
Our Alaska Cruise on Regent Seven Seas | Trip Report
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking all about the last seven days on the Regent Seven Seas Explorer, cruising Alaska from Whittier to Vancouver. We went to both Hub...
Our Denali National Park Pre-Cruise Land Tour | Trip Report
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are reliving one of the most amazing tours we have ever taken – a journey into the Alaskan Interior to Denali National Park. This was a pr...
Ranking All Hollywood Studios Rides for Adults and Kiddos
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are ranking all rides in Hollywood Studios at Disney World in two different ways. First, we rank all rides according t...
Our Couples Alaskan Cruise on Regent Seven Seas | Pre-Trip Report
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking all about a cruise that we have been so excited about going on ever since we booked it last year – a couples cruise to Alaska ...
Ranking All Magic Kingdom Rides for Adults and Kiddos
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are ranking all of Magic Kingdom’s rides in two different ways. First, we rank all rides according to our preference...
Ultimate Guide to Making the BEST Disney World Memories
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are focusing on the most important thing to our family when going on any vacation, but especially Walt Disney World…...
Who Has the Better VIP Tour – Disney World vs Universal Orlando
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are comparing the ultimate splurge on your next vacation to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort. Both theme...
Disneyland 70th & Universal Epic Universe Grand Opening Celebration
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the two huge events happening on both coasts. On the West Coast, Disneyland began its 70th Anniversa...
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Food & Wine News!
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking all about the 2025 fall season with Disney’s newest announcements for everything coming to Mickey’s No...
Disney’s Building a New Theme Park Where?!
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the huge announce from the Walt Disney Company this week. Disney announced the development of the se...
Ultimate Disney World “Best vs Worst” Showdown
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are headed to a Disney World showdown. From restaurants and rides to characters and changes made by the company, we’...
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort | Trip Report
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are at the end of our weekend trip to Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort for our first trip here. We’ve only had a...
What Will Disney World Do in a Recession?
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are speculating on what actions Disney World would take if the United States enters into a recession. With the news re...
Choose Your Own Adventure – Disney Land & Sea
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are figuring out the best way to enjoy a Disney World and Disney Cruise combination trip for less than 9 days without ...
2026 Disney World Packages are Here…with FREE DINING!
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about lots of Disney news, including the release of 2026 Walt Disney World tickets, resorts, and packages ...
Disney World Resort Day – Making the Most of Your Vacation
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about everything you can do on your Disney World Vacation on non-theme park days. From free resort activit...
Diving Deep Into the Disney Destiny
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are looking at all of the details that Disney Cruise Line just released for their newest cruise ship, the Disney Desti...
Epcot World Showcase – Everything to Know Before You Go
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are diving into Epcot’s World Showcase and everything there is to see, eat, and do in all eleven countries. From wha...
Most Annoying Things When Traveling to Disney World (and How to Deal with Them)
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are airing some grievances. We are going over the most annoying things we encounter when flying down to Orlando and th...
EPIC UNIVERSE – Our Full Review of Universal Orlando’s Newest Theme Park
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday we attended the Media Preview for Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park that opens to the public on May 22, 2025. No...
Our Favorite Spots on Disney Cruise Line | Best of Disney
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about all of our favorite spots on Disney Cruise Line. From themed lounges specific to each of the ships t...
Our Favorite Quick Service Restaurants in Disney World for 2025
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering all of our favorite Disney World quick service dining options from the parks to the resorts in 2025. We’...
Our Disney Treasure 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Trip Report
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are reviewing everything we experienced on the Disney Treasure this past week for Spring Break. We did so many new thi...
The One About Travel Nothing…
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we talking about nothing. Well, travel nothing. Join us today as we go over how we plan our travel each year, using credi...
Our Disney Treasure 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Pre-Trip Report
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are currently sailing on Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Treasure, for a seven night Eastern Caribbean cruise over Spring Break. We ...
Disney World and Disneyland – Recent News and Announcements
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we talking about recent announcements from Disney about park expansions from the SXSW conference, Disneyland’s 70th Ann...
Exploring the 2025 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival | On the Go
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are taking you with us to Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2025 for opening weekend. We spent two afternoons here en...
Epic Universe Previews are Happening!
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park, opens to the public for Memorial Day weekend in a little over two months. But, before t...
The Great Disney World Debate
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are each taking sides to debate everything Disney World. From the best attractions and food spots to whether Park Hopp...
Epcot’s 2025 Flower & Garden Festival | Foodie Guide
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney podcast, we’re going through the 2025 Epcot Foodie Guide for Flower and Garden Festival and getting very excited (and hungry) fo...
Favorite Spots in Disney Springs | Best of Disney World
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are taking you with us to Disney Springs in Walt Disney World, an incredible shopping, dining, and entertainment venue...
20 Mistakes to AVOID on Your Disney Cruise Vacation
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are giving you 20 rookie mistakes that too many people make when booking a Disney Cruise Line vacation and what to do ...
Favorite Spots in Epcot | Best of Disney World
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are taking you with us to Epcot in Walt Disney World to all of our favorite things to see, do, eat, and experience. Ep...
Favorite Spots in Hollywood Studios | Best of Disney World
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are taking you with us to the Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World to all of our favorite restaurants, ri...
Super Bowl Showdown – Disney World vs Disney Cruise Line
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are combining two amazing things happening this week – the release of Summer 2026 Disney Cruise Line itineraries and...
Favorite Spots in Animal Kingdom | Best of Disney World
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Disney Podcast, we are taking you with us to the Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World to all of our favorite restaurants, rides...