Disney World is Awesome
Episodes
Ep. 092: How To Plan a Disney Trip in 7 Steps
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your first Disney trip? We're walking you through the basics, step by step. If you'd like help planning FOR FREE, connect with our ...
Ep. 091: Disney Resorts vs. Staying Off-Property
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Should we stay at a Disney resort, or would it be better to stay off-property? Is staying on-property worth it?! We're talking about the differen...
Ep. 090: Disney World Attraction March Madness
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for a bracket, matching up attractions against each other to find out which is the best in all of Walt Disney World. Find us on Insta...
Ep. 089: Who Knows Disney World BEST? ("Lost and Trapped in Disney World")
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Matt's walking us through the parks in a fun story fashion, and we're going to learn things along the way.Special thanks to funtrivia.com fo...
Ep. 088: How to Handle Crowded Parks on Spring Break
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Landon comes up with "7 things you can successfully accomplish at each park during a busy spring break season."* * * * * *We hope this podca...
Ep. 087: Our Favorite Areas in Disney World (TOP 5)
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What are our favorite spots in WDW? Lands, areas, streets...whatever. We each bring our top 5. * * * * * *We hope this podcast brings up good memories...
Ep. 086: TJ's Big Family Trip (w/18 people!)
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
TJ just got back from his big family trip. 6 park days...how'd it go?!* * * * * *We hope this podcast brings up good memories from your past trip...
Ep. 085: Landon's 6-Day Trip to Disney (LOTS OF GENIE+ ACTION)
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Landon just got back from Disney World! What did he experience for the first time? And how did Genie+ work for his family?!* * * * * *We hope this pod...
Ep. 084: Ben's Daddy-Daughter Trip
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ben took his daughter to Disney World. Let's all bask in the glory of his trip. This is our longest-ever episode and we're not mad about it....
Ep. 083: Everything We LOVE About Hollywood Studios
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're taking a stroll through Hollywood Studios this week and talking about everything we love about this park! (basically experts)* * * * * *We ...
Ep. 082: Listener Questions (themed resorts, best rides for kids, airport transportation, dining reservation tips and more!)
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Answering your questions in this week's episode! (Not experts) * * * * * *We hope this podcast brings up good memories from your past trips, gets...
Ep. 081: MUST, MAYBE or MEH (Landon's "new" things to try)
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For Landon's upcoming trip, he shares his MUST, MAYBE and MEH list for "new" things to try. * * * * * *We hope this podcast brings up ...
Ep. 080: Planning Tips and Genie+ (...with Haley Stewart!)
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone else still trying to figure out how Genie+ works? If you have an upcoming trip, we chat with Haley Stewart to *hopefully* help you understand i...
Ep. 079: Matt's Trip to EPCOT (Genie+, Remy's and more!)
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our final episode of 2021, we finish our recap of Matt's recent trip to WDW!! Let's hear how it went at EPCOT! * * * * * *We hope this po...
Ep. 078: Matt's November Trip at the Magic Kingdom
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt just got back from his trip to WDW!! Let's hear how it went... * * * * * *We hope this podcast brings up good memories from your past trips...
Ep. 077: Disney World Food Favorites (feat. Ashley Craft)
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Landon surprises Matt and TJ with an early Christmas gift - The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook by Ashley Craft. Then we interview A...
Ep. 076: A Stroll Around the Magic Kingdom (pt. 2—Liberty Square, Fantasyland, Tomorrowland)
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let's take a stroll through the Magic Kingdom and talk about what we like, love and love even more. In today's episode, we begin back in Lib...
Ep. 075: A Stroll Around the Magic Kingdom (pt. 1—Main Street USA, Adventureland, Frontierland)
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let's take a stroll through the Magic Kingdom and talk about what we like, love and love even more. In today's episode, we walk into the gat...
Ep. 074: Our BEST Tips For Doing Disney World
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've given many tips since starting this podcast. In this episode, we share a list of our BEST tips for making your trip to WDW the best it can ...
Ep. 073: Listener Questions (favorite time of year, traveling solo, creating new parks, Disney memories w/kids ... and MORE)
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're answering your questions about Disney trips, planning and a bunch of other fun questions about WDW! * * * * * *We hope this podcast bring...
Ep. 072: The Most Intense Rides at Disney World
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Landon (who like's "safe" rides) brings his top 10 big rides at Disney World, based on nervous anticipation, unexpected thrills, and wh...
Ep. 071: Lightning Lanes—Worth the Cost vs. Waiting in Line
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After a quick rundown about Genie+, we breakdown the paid Lightning Lane attractions at each park. Which ones do we think are worth paying for vs. wai...
Ep. 070: Pick 2 Attractions + Food + Shows
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We present 3 attractions, food or shows, but you can only pick 2. Enjoy this week's show! * * * * * *We hope this podcast brings up good memori...
Ep. 069: If We Experienced Disney World in 1971
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the 50th Anniversary underway, what if we were able to experience Walt Disney World on opening day in 1971? We're talking about the opening ...
Ep. 068: Disney World's 50th Anniversary Celebration
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The 50th Anniversary is kicking off at Walt Disney World! In this episode, you'll hear what to expect during the 18 month celebration. There are ...
Ep. 067: Designing our Disney Experience (PART 2)
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are designing our Disney experience AGAIN by drafting scenarios from different Disney World categories. Enjoy!* * * * * *We hope this podcast bring...
Ep. 066: Main Street USA (Railroad + Restaurants + Shops + Entertainment)
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're taking a deep dive into everything Main Street USA—the grand entrance and opening credits to the Magic Kingdom. And don't miss the w...
Ep. 065: TJ's Father/Daughter Trip to Hollywood Studios + Magic Kingdom ✨
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
TJ and his 5 year old daughter just got back from Walt Disney World. Hear about the magic in this week's episode.* * * * * *We hope this podcast ...
Ep. 064: Favorites and Non-Favorites from a 5-Day Trip in August
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're talking with a father and son (also neighbors) who visited Disney World earlier this month with their family of four. Hear about their trip...
Ep. 063: Introducing the New Fastpass: Genie+ and Lightning Lanes
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Fastpasses are gone, Genie+ is here. Here's what we know, what we don't, and of course, we're going to have a little fun talking about ...
Ep. 062: Designing our Disney Experience (resorts + transportation + snacks + pixie dust moments + hiccups + ending the park night...and more!)
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are designing our Disney experience by drafting scenarios from 14 unique categories. This is much different from our "favorites" as Lando...
Ep. 061: The Magical Sounds of Disney World ✨PART 2✨ 🎶
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Following up on a very popular episode, here is part two! The ambience makes up much of the magical environment at Disney World. Music plays in the ba...
Ep. 060: Listener Questions (trapped on a ride, quick service dining, trip on a budget, new themed lands, behind the scenes of an attraction, how to create a Disney fanatic...and more!)
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we answer your questions about Disney trips, planning and a bunch of fun factor questions related to WDW. * * * * * *We hope this p...
Ep. 059: A First-Timer's Ride Rankings (...based on 6 categories!)
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After visiting WDW for the first time, our friend built a detailed ranking system to determine his favorite rides. The rankings are based on six categ...
Ep 058: A Family's First Trip to Disney World (July Trip Recap)
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our friend had no interest in visiting Disney World, but just returned from a one-week trip with his family of four. He now thinks it's awesome. ...
Ep. 057: Name that Attraction
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We'll give you clues, you name the Disney World attraction. Let's have some fun. Also, enjoy the world famous 3 questions! * * * * * *We hop...
Ep. 056: 7 Parks in 7 Days (Matt's June Trip Recap)
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt is back from his 7 day trip to Walt Disney World where he conquered the parks with his family. In this episode, we get the full recap. Did Matt f...
Ep. 055: Live from the Magic Kingdom ✨(Matt calls in from the hub grass + TJ and Landon play "this or that" 3 questions)
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt is in the Magic Kingdom and calls into the podcast to give us a quick update on his trip. We'll get the full trip recap next week! * * * * *...
Ep. 054: The Magical Sounds of Disney World ✨🎶
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The ambience makes up much of the magical environment at Disney World. Music plays in the background everywhere you go. In this episode, we listen to ...
Ep. 053: Your Perfect Day at WDW (One-Year Anniversary Special)
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you could write the script of one perfect day at Walt Disney World, which park would you visit, what would you do, eat and see...and who would you ...
Ep. 052: Listener Questions (park hopping, water rides, first time for kids, best past attractions, Grand Floridian...worth it?)
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we answer questions about Disney trips, planning and our favorites at the parks. Thanks for listening! We'll see you on Instagr...
Ep. 051: 10 Lies You Shouldn't Believe at Disney World
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you DisneyTips.com for this list! Thanks for listening! We'll see you on Instagram: @disney.world.is.awesomeA Walt Disney World Podcast fo...
Ep. 050: Our Favorite WDW Topics, Podcast Moments and Re-Do's
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're celebrating our 50th episode by doing what we love most—talking about Disney World. Thanks for listening! We'll see you on Instagra...
Ep. 049: Talking Disney World with Friends
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What's your favorite this or that. Haley joins us again as we geek out about Disney World.Follow Haley on Instagram: @teach.lift.disneyThanks for...
Ep. 048: Haley's Family Trip to Disney World (with 4 kids!)
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Haley and her husband have been to WDW five times this past year! We talk about their most recent trip in early May as they took their four kids on a ...
Ep. 047: Walt Disney World Stress Relief
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If parts of planning a Disney World vacation stress you out, let us bring relief! We talk about common challenges people face while planning and exper...
Ep. 046: Dining Experiences + Listener Questions (favorite new rides, relaxing park days, WDW honeymoon)
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt shares which dining reservations he booked for his upcoming trip, and we answer some listener questions about our favorite new rides, how to plan...
Ep. 045: Deep Disney World Knowledge
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know Disney World? In this episode, we uncover interesting parts of the parks and deepen our Disney World Knowledge. Also, 3 Questions is how ...
Ep. 044: Best FastPass Choices (our favorites + strategies and tips)
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
TJ, Matt and Landon breakdown their top FastPass choices at each park. FastPasses might be gone for now, but not for good. We're talking all thi...
Ep. 043: Planning a Family Trip to Disney World
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
TJ is going on an 18 person family trip to WDW, and he asks Landon and Matt to help plan the vacation. Are you planning a trip with multiple families?...
Ep. 042: Ways to MAX OUT Hollywood Studios 🎬
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Which attraction would you rope drop first?! Slinky, Tower of Terror, Smugglers Run or Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway??If you want to get th...
Ep. 041: Maxing Out Mornings at Epcot + Animal Kingdom ☀️
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to get the most out of your experience at the parks, the first few hours are most important to plan. Here's how Landon, Matt, and TJ ...
Ep. 040: How to ✨MAX OUT✨ the Magic Kingdom
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to get the most out of your experience at the parks, the first few hours are most important to plan. Here's how Landon, Matt and TJ a...
Ep. 039: Disney World vs. Disneyland (+ Magic Kingdom engagement story!!)
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our friend got engaged at the Magic Kingdom, and it's time to hear the story! Then, for the first time, we look at the differences between Disney...
Ep. 038: Ranking Our Favorite Rides
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Since the three of us have all been to Disney World in 2021, it's time for each of us to update our top 10 favorite rides. Enjoy 3 lists as TJ, M...
Ep. 037: Landon's Group Trip to the Magic Kingdom 💫
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Landon traveled with a group of 26 people to the happiest place on earth. How did the group get through the park together? Did they go right, left or...
Ep. 036: Landon's Group Trip to Hollywood Studios 🎬✨
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Landon's family, along with four other families, spent the day in Hollywood Studios. We know this is Landon's favorite park, so how did it g...
Ep. 035: 10 Surprises from our January Trips (crowd levels + Skyliner + guest service + when to go to Hollywood Studios + mobile ordering food)
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traveling to Disney World looks a bit different right now. What are the things that surprised us (for better or worse) during our January trips in 202...
Ep. 034: TJ's Family Trip (Pop Century + Magic Kingdom + Hollywood Studios + EPCOT)
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
TJ's family went to Disney World for five days, beginning on MLK day. TJ has a new favorite ride, as do his kids. They packed in a lot of thrill,...
Ep. 033: I Was a Dapper Dan 💈🎶 (feat. Terry Pendleton)
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What would it be like to be a Dapper Dan? We'll find out in this episode as we interview Terry Pendleton, a former Dapper Dan. Terry performed on...
Ep. 032: Matt's Day at Hollywood Studios (Rise of the Resistance + Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway + Slinky Dog Dash + more)
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did Matt ride Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway?! Rise of the Resistance? Slinky Dog Dash? Matt and his wife took an adults-only trip to Wal...
Ep. 031: Matt Went to EPCOT (without kids + Soarin' + World Showcase + Frozen Ever After + Test Track + crowd levels + more)
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What would it be like to walk through the World Showcase without kids? I guess we're about to find out.Matt and his wife visited Walt Disney Worl...
Ep. 030: New Things to Try at Disney World (Day of Thrill Rides + Epcot's Aquarium + Tour of Magic Kingdom + Fireworks + more)
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you think you've experienced all of Walt Disney World, you might still have some new things to try. In this episode, we consider whether ...
Ep. 029: The Story of Our Podcast + Trip Plans for 2021
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why we started this podcast, why Walt Disney is an inspiration and why 2021 is going to be a great year in Walt Disney World. And of course, 3 Questio...
Ep. 028: Holiday Trip + Expedition Everest + Talking Disney with Friends
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We are three Dads who live in the same neighborhood, all with a shared passion for Disney World. But in this episode, we add a 4th Dad who ALSO lives ...
Ep. 027: Unwrapping Christmas at Disney World
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The bells are ringing, children are singing, and the castle is glistening—it's time for Christmas at Disney World. Join us as we metaphorically...
Ep. 026: Are These Your Favorite Rides at Disney World?
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the best rides at Disney World. In fact, a website dedicated to Disney fans (AllEars.net) had their readers rank rides at ...
Ep. 025: Drafting the Ultimate Disney Park
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How would you build the ultimate Disney park? In this episode, we draft different parts of the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal King...
Ep. 024: Disney World Guessing Game
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, see how well you know Walt Disney World. Matt brings fun and interesting questions and trivia as Landon and TJ (and you!)...
Ep. 023: The Best Shows at Walt Disney World
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we breakdown a list of Landon's favorite shows at Walt Disney World. And stick around for our 3 Questions segment ...
Ep. 022: Top 10 Most Underrated Things in Disney World
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Landon creates his very own Top 10 list about underrated things found at Walt Disney World. From rides to shows and resorts to restaurants, we break d...
Ep. 021: 🎬 10 Attractions That Bring Disney Movies to Life
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss a top 10 list that breaks down which attractions best bring the movies to life. And stick around for our 3 Questions segme...
Ep. 020: 💥MORE💥 Hot Questions + Hot Answers
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we answer more commonly asked questions from people planning Disney trips. Is the dining plan worth it? What's the difference be...
Ep. 019: Sharing Our Disney World Stories (with a special guest!)
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When we use the phrase "Disney enthusiast," we think of our friend, Ben. In this episode, Ben joins us as we share stories and memories abou...
Ep. 018: TJ's Trip to Hollywood Studios
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of TJ's late September trip to Walt Disney World, we're breaking down his experience at Hollywood Studios. And don't miss t...
Ep. 017: TJ's Trip to the Magic Kingdom
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A daddy-daughter dream date to Disney World. We're breaking down TJ's late September trip in two parts, starting with the Magic Kingdom in t...
Ep. 016: How Disney Will Make a Grown Man Cry (or at least give him goosebumps!)
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What are those goosebump-worthy moments you've experienced at Walt Disney World? We're talking about it on this week's episode. And of ...
Ep. 015: Hot Questions + Hot Answers (Plus, TJ's going to Disney World!)
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After we get a quick preview of TJ's upcoming trip to Disney World, we answer a few of the most commonly asked questions from people planning Dis...
Ep. 014: The Experience Before the Ride (Maddie's Top 10!)
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Maddie is back! As a former Cast Member, she knows how Disney creates experiences at the parks, not just rides. So Maddie surprises the guys with her ...
Ep. 013: New Attractions This Past Decade (TJ’s Top 9)
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Much has changed at Disney World over the past 10 years. In this episode, TJ shares his Top 9 (yes, top 9) attractions, restaurants and resorts that h...
Ep. 012: Julie's Disney Trip in August
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's it like to travel to Disney World right now? While there might be many reasons to wait, there are many reasons to go! Hear all about Julie...
Ep. 011: Our Disney Trips in 2020
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
All 3 of us had separate trips to WDW booked in 2020, but only one of us actually went...so far. Hear about our plans, trip details, and the deliberat...
Ep. 010: Best of Three at Disney World
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everest vs. Slinky vs. Seven Dwarfs = Pick twoWe're putting three things from Disney World on the table, but you can only keep two. Mickey Waffle...
Ep. 009: Do It or Skip It? A Controversial Top 10 List
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you spend your time in the parks? In this episode, Landon surprises Matt and TJ with a debatable list of 10 things to skip at Walt Disney World...
Ep. 008: The One and Only Hollywood Studios 🎬✨
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Take a step into the golden age of Hollywood as we glide through the glitz and glamour of Disney's Hollywood Studios. The mix of old and new make...
Ep. 007: Animal Kingdom + 3 Fun Questions
29 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We go on an adventure as we cruise around the Animal Kingdom. From Discovery Island and DinoLand, to Pandora, Asia and Africa—this park is unlike an...
Ep. 006: I Worked at Disney World... (interview with a former Cast Member!)
22 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You worked at Disney World?! In this episode, we interview our special guest, Maddie, who was a Cast Member in the Magic Kingdom. She talks about her ...
Ep. 005: Soarin' Around EPCOT
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We take a trip around the wonderful world of EPCOT—from Spaceship Earth, to both Future Worlds, and the World Showcase. There's much to see and...
Ep. 004: A Trip Around the Magic Kingdom (Part 2)
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We finish our trip around the Magic Kingdom by visiting Liberty Square, Frontierland and Adventureland. Also, enjoy the 3 Questions at the end of the ...
Ep. 003: A Trip Around the Magic Kingdom (Part 1)
03 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We take a trip around the Magic Kingdom, land by land, and point out the things we like, the things we like more, and the things we like even more. Al...
Ep. 002: Top 3 Rides, Restaurants & Shows
28 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We each share our favorite rides, restaurants and shows at WDW. Also in this episode: Which attraction would you re-theme? Which deluxe resort would y...
Ep. 001: Your Perfect Day At WDW
20 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Three dads, one passion: Walt Disney World. Meet TJ, Matt and Landon as build their perfect days inside the Disney Parks. Also in this episode: If you...