WDW Beyond The Gates Podcast

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.

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Mike & Gary

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!

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Mike & Gary

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!

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Mike & Gary

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.

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Mike & Gary

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.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #497 - Mike's Old Key West Review

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Angry New Phil Jr. to discuss Mike's recent stay at Old Key West. This stay was gifted by listener So-Cal Tony!

The guys also discussed Phil and Gary's recent visit to Twin Oaks in Cranston!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #496 - Mike's First DVC Stay at the Grand Floridian

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss Mike's recent stay at his DVC home resort for the first time, The Grand Floridian Resort & Spa! Hear what Mike thought of the DVC side of his favorite resort on property.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #495 - Gary's First DVC Trip Review

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss Gary's first trip as an official DVC owner. Hear all about his Saratoga Springs thoughts and his dining reviews.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #494 - Beach Club Trip Review with Mike

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary talk about Mike's recent trip to the Beach Club DVC villas. Listen in to see what he and Suzie got up to on their short stay!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #493 - D23 Reaction with Angry New Phil Jr.

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Angry New Phil Jr. to discuss the recent Destination D23 announcements. What are you most excited about coming to Walt Disney World?

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Mike & Gary

Episode #492 - Popular Restaurant Back-up Plan

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates Podcast, Mike & Gary discuss which restaurants at Walt Disney World would be a backup to the more popular, "cheerleader," options.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #491 - Swan & Dolphin Restaurants

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss some of the most overlooked restaurants at all of Walt Disney World, all located at the Swan and Dolphin!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #490 - Labor Day Weekend Trip Preview

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary talk about their upcoming trips to Walt Disney World over Labor Day weekend. Tune in to hear what they will be getting up while they are on property!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #489 - Under the Radar Restaurants

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss some under the radar restaurants at Walt Disney World. Did your favorite spot get mentioned? Tune in and find out!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #488 - Food and Wine 2023

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary take a look at the 2023 Epcot International Food & Wine festival. The guys weren't terribly impressed by the offerings this year, music or food. Do you agree?

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Mike & Gary

Episode #487 - Trails End Reopening

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the reopening of Trail's End at Fort Wilderness, and a surprise DVC trip to California.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #486 - Top 5 Things We Haven't Done at Disney

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the top 5 things that they haven't experienced at Walt Disney World...YET!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #485 - Riviera Resort Review

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Sweet Suzie to discuss their recent stay at the Riviera Resort!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #484 - Emergency Episode - Primo Piatto

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Sweet Suzie for an emergency episode regarding the newly crowned "Best Quick Serve" on property! Primo Piatto!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #483 - Riviera Trip Preview

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary preview Mike's upcoming 4th of July stay at the Riviera Resort.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #482 - Top Quick Serve at Disney Springs

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the pros and cons of camping, and then get into the great variety of quick serve restaurants at Disney Springs.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #481 - Top 5 Resorts for Summer

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary talk about their top 5 resorts to stay at on a summer vacation.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #480 - EPCOT and Commodores Review

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates, Mike & Gary discuss Mike & Suzie's trip to EPCOT to watch the Commodores perform and a quick dinner at Bar Riva at the Riviera resort.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #479 - DVC University Class 2 How Many Points Do You Need

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by professors of DVC Angry New Phil Jr. and Joe Quatt to discuss the age-old topic; how many points do you need in your DVC contract.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #478 - Galactic Starcruiser Closing

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined once again Angry New Phil Jr. to discuss the closing of the Galactic Starcruiser hotel.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #477 - Disneyland Trip Review with Angry New Phil Jr. Part 2

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined once again by Angry New Phil Jr. to discuss his recent trip to Disneyland!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #476 - Disneyland Trip Review with Angry New Phil Jr. Part 1

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by Angry New Phil Jr. to discuss his recent trip to Disneyland. He stayed at the Grand Californian and did Disneyland for 6 nights!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #475 - Big News for 2024

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss the big news coming out of Walt Disney World, including possible changes to Genie+ and the return of the Disney Dining Plan!

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Mike & Gary

Episode #474 - Most Overlooked Resorts for Families

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary discuss which resorts are most overlooked when it comes to young families.

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Mike & Gary

Episode #473 - DVC News

In this week's episode of the WDW Beyond the Gates podcast, Mike & Gary are joined by New Phil Jr. and Joe Quatt to talk about the recent DVC news including the Disneyland Tower point charts, the transient tax fee and the news of the Cabins at Fort Wilderness being turned into DVC.

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Mike & Gary