On This Episode

DVC shared the details of the return of Welcome Home Weeks, including a 40% dining discount at select restaurants and free treats for members. Disney announced DVC Member and Annual Passholder previews for Soarin' Across America and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. The guys discuss the hot start Big Thunder Mountain Railroad got off to after its year long refurbishment and they fire off a list of all of the enhancements made to the iconic ride. Disney gave a first look at the Bluey-themed "Fairy Bread" coming to Animal Kingdom. Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will not utilize a virtual queue upon its official re-opening. A summer preview for Disney Springs highlights the upcoming Level 99 mini-games experience and the Six Ravens restaurant from the team behind Gideon’s Bakehouse. Disneyland announced that all Autopia cars will transition to being fully electric by early 2027.

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Episode Links

• Big Thunder Mountain Reopening
• New at Disney Springs This Summer
• Bluey Fairy Bread

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On This Episode

Tom makes a correction from the last episode and discusses a recent experience with drones. New concept art for the upcoming Lakeshore Lodge reveals details about the resort's pool, boat dock, and waterfront restaurant. Disney Vacation Club announces new spring incentives for 2026, including free park tickets for Disneyland Hotel purchases. Walt Disney World will add a fourth vessel named the Meg Gilbert Crofton to its historic ferry boat fleet. Imagineers provide updates on the Tropical Americas expansion at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, including details for the new Encanto-themed boat ride. The guys celebrate the halfway mark to Halloween with a reveal of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates and a first look at new seasonal merchandise. A final wave of Star Wars Day products arrives at the Disney Store and theme parks. The guys recklessly speculate on reports of a Disney "super app" digital hub, technical details for the new Space Mountain at Tokyo Disneyland, and rumors surrounding the availability of MagicBand+ at the Disneyland Resort.

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• DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
• DVC Rental Store - Largest and fastest-growing Disney Vacation Club rental service in the US
• Monera Financial - #1 in DVC Financing
• Welcome Home Patreon - Support the Show through Patreon and get exclusive perks!

Episode Links

• New WDW Ferry
• Tropical Americas Update
• Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Details
• Halloween Merch
• More Star Wars Merch

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On This Episode

New details are revealed for Lakeshore Lodge, the nature-inspired resort at Walt Disney World scheduled to open in summer 2027. Walt Disney Imagineering shares a behind-the-scenes look at Lakeshore Lodge construction, the new Muppets-themed loading area for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, and Big Thunder Mountain. A new one-hour ambience video featuring the sights and sounds of Living with the Land is now available. Disney Cruise Line extends its agreement with the Port of San Diego through 2031 with plans to increase sailings. A new promotion offers 50% off kids' fares on select Disney Cruise Line itineraries departing through early 2027. The classic Little Red elephant animatronic from the original Kilimanjaro Safaris storyline is reportedly visible on select tours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. New Bluey merchandise, including customizable headbands and jewelry, is arriving at Disney Parks and the Disney Store. The latest Star Wars Day collection features pod racing-inspired apparel.

Podcast Sponsors

• DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
• DVC Rental Store - Largest and fastest-growing Disney Vacation Club rental service in the US
• Monera Financial - #1 in DVC Financing
• Welcome Home Patreon - Support the Show through Patreon and get exclusive perks!

Episode Links

• Lakeshore Lodge Updates
• Pardon Our Pixie Dust
• Living with the Land Ambience
• Disney Cruise Line Offer
• Bluey Merch
• Podracer Merch

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• Call or text the show with your DVC tips and trip reports at (833) WHP-TIPS and we may play them on the show!