Episodes
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Episode #527 - Disneyland fan explores Orlando WDW
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined by Emily, the co-host of the Magic Key Adventures Podcast to discuss her recent visit to the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. As always, the resorts and restaurants were the main focal point of the discussion. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
7:12 Pop Century check-in, The Boathouse and Gideon's
10:30 Animal Kingdom Lodge check-in, Victoria Falls Lounge, Sanaa, La Cava del Tequila
25:00 Garden Rocks Dining Package at Rose and Crown, Topolino's Character Breakfast and Riviera discussion and drinks at Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'
37:09 Old Key West check-in, Gurgling Suitecase, what Emily likes about the Walt Disney World Resort campus
45:17 Wrap-Up
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About our Guest
Emily M.
Instagram: emilys_disney_adventures
Podcast: Magic Key Adventures Podcast
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Episode # 526 - Is Moonlight Magic Overhyped?
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
In this week's episode Mike discusses his recent Moonlight Magic experience at Disney's Animal Kingdom Park. How did it compare to the one he went to in January in Anaheim? Is it worth planning a trip around or is it completely overhyped? Mike and Gary discuss. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
7:26 Invite to Moonlight Magic
12:45 Meeting the Cabot's and in for Moonlight Magic
35:00 Would Mike plan a trip around Moonlight Magic?
51:38 Wrap-Up
Support the Show
- Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
- Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
- Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
- Social media (@wdwbtg)
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Episode #525 - Disney Cruise Line - Tips for First Time Cruisers
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Monday Apr 22, 2024
In this week's episode Mike and Gary are joined by Disney Cruise Line Expert: Captain Zack to highlight tips and tricks for first time cruisers. The Captain breaks down what to expect on embarkation day, dining, best room locations and much more. Thanks for listening.
0:00 Introduction
9:07 Background of Zack becoming a Disney Cruise Line fan
12:40 Check-In and Embarkation
22:48 Dining
35:35 Shows and Activities (On Board Fun)
40:00 Bars and Lounges
45:45 Ideal room location
48:48 Wifi and Cell Coverage
51:34 Wrap-Up
Support the Show
- Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com)
- Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)
Helpful Links
- Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg)
- Social media (@wdwbtg)
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Episode #524 - Banned for Life
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Episode #524 - Banned for Life
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Angry New Phil Jr. to talk about the behaviors that they would consider a "ban-able" offense. The guys are tough and figure they reduce the overall capacity of the parks by 70 to 80%.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Episode #523 - Is the Dining Plan Worth It?
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Episode #523 - Is the Dining Plan Worth It?
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss costs and value of the two Disney Dining Plan options. Find out if the guys think it's worth the price or if paying out of pocket is the way to go.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Episode #522 - What Cuisine Does Disney World Do Worst?
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Episode #522 - What Cuisine Does Disney World Do Worst?
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss which type of food does Disney World struggles with the most.
Last week they talked about the best, now get ready for the worst!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Episode #521 - What Cuisine Does Disney World Do Best?
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Episode #521 - What Cuisine Does Disney World Do Best?
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike and Gary talk about which type of cuisine Disney World does better than the rest! Listen in and find out what the guys think Disney World does best.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Episode #520 - Disneyland vs. Disney World
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Episode #520 - Disneyland vs. Disney World
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss which resort has the better version of similar attractions, restaurants and resorts!
Who comes out on top? California or Florida?
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Episode #519 - EPCOT Flower & Garden 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Episode #519 - EPCOT Flower & Garden 2024
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary talk about the food booths at the 2024 Flower & Garden festival and the disappointment in the concert offerings this year.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Episode #518 - Walt Disney World News
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Episode #518 - Walt Disney World News
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary finish up a few items from Mike's Disneyland trip. Then the guys discuss a few news items from Walt Disney World.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Episode #517 - Mike's Disneyland Trip Review Part 3
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Episode #517 - Mike's Disneyland Trip Review Part 3
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined again by Sweet Suzie to finish up part 3 of their trip review from Disneyland in California.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Episode #516 - Mike's Disneyland Trip Review Part 2
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Episode #516 - Mike's Disneyland Trip Review Part 2
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are once again joined by Sweet Suzie to discuss their recent trip to Disneyland!
Mike & Suzie recount their Main Street tour and Moonlight Magic at Disney California Adventure.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Episode #515 -Mike's Disneyland Trip Review Part 1
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Episode #515 -Mike's Disneyland Trip Review Part 1
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined in studio by Suzie to discuss part 1 of their Disneyland trip review.
Mike & Suzie spent five nights in California in January and today they review the first two days of their stay.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Episode #514 - Top Disney Restaurants to Visit in 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Episode #514 - Top Disney Restaurants to Visit in 2024
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the top 5 restaurants at Disney (World/Land/Cruise) that they want to experience at Disney in 2024.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Episode #513 - Five Things We Want to Do in 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Episode #513 - Five Things We Want to Do in 2024
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates, Mike and Gary discuss the top 5 things they want to accomplish at Disney in 2024.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Episode #512 - Mike's Grand Floridian Christmas Trip Review
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Episode #512 - Mike's Grand Floridian Christmas Trip Review
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss Mike's stay at the Grand Floridian at Christmastime. Listen to to hear where he ate and what he did at his favorite Walt Disney World resort!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Episode #511 - Mike's Disneyland Trip Preview
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Episode #511 - Mike's Disneyland Trip Preview
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary talk about Mike's upcoming trip to Disneyland in California. Listen in to hear about which rides he is most looking forward to and which restaurants he has on his radar!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Episode #510 - December Trip Review with Angry New Phil Jr.
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Episode #510 - December Trip Review with Angry New Phil Jr.
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by frequent contributor, Angry New Phil Jr., to discuss his recent trip to Walt Disney World. He stayed at Old Key West and shared his thoughts on the resort and many of the restaurants he visited during his stay.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Episode #509 - Gary and Mike’s December Trip Review Part 2
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Episode #509 - Gary and Mike's December Trip Review Part 2
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary finish up their trip review from their stay at the Treehouse Villas at Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa in December.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Episode #508 - Gary& Mike’s December Trip Review Part 1
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Episode #508 - Gary& Mike's December Trip Review Part 1
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the first half of their December trip to Walt Disney World. Hear about their thoughts on the Treehouse Villas at Saratoga Springs and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Episode #507 - Disneyland Dining with Tony
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Episode #507 - Disneyland Dining with Tony
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Tony from California to discuss the many dining options at Disneyland ahead of Mike's January trip out west!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Episode #506 - DVC Condo Association Meeting & More
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Episode #506 - DVC Condo Association Meeting & More
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the recent DVC Condo Association Annual Meeting. Mike was joined by Angry New Phil Jr. and Joe Quatt at the meeting and gives a full rundown.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Episode #505 - Trip Review with Daniel Part 2
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Episode #505 - Trip Review with Daniel Part 2
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are once again joined by Daniel from Arizona to discuss his recent cruise on the Disney Wish!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Episode 504 - Trip Review with Daniel Part 1
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Episode 504 - Trip Review with Daniel Part 1
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Daniel from Arizona to discuss his recent stay at Walt Disney World.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Episode #503 - One Year of DVC Ownership
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Episode #503 - One Year of DVC Ownership
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss Mike's first year as an official DVC owner. The guys also discuss their Thanksgiving plans!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Episode #502 - December Trip Review
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Episode #502 - December Trip Review
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss their upcoming stay at the Saratoga Springs Resort Treehouse Villas!
The guys preview the Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and their reservations at Whispering Canyon and Boathouse.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Episode #501 - Boats at Walt Disney World
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Episode #501 - Boats at Walt Disney World
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Angry New Phil Jr. to talk about all the different types of boats at Walt Disney World!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Episode #500 - WDW Beyond The Gates 500th Episode Celebration
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Episode #500 - WDW Beyond The Gates 500th Episode Celebration
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary celebrate their 500th episode! They are joined live by West Coast Tony, Zach from Ohio and Angry New Phil Jr (and Luke too!). The guys talk cruising, Disneyland and of course DVC!
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Episode #499 - Best Places to Relax at Walt Disney World
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Episode #499 - Best Places to Relax at Walt Disney World
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the best places at Walt Disney World to relax and unwind. See what they think are the most relaxing places on property.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Episode #498 - Best Place at Disney World to Watch College Football
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Episode #498 - Best Place at Disney World to Watch College Football
In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates, Mike & Gary discuss the best places on Walt Disney World property to hunker down and catch a classic college football game at a lounge or bar.
Thanks for listening,
Mike & Gary