On This Episode

Tom talks about his recent concert experience that was filled with Disney songs. Holiday party tickets are on sale with a DVC discount and special gift for members. DVC members can get a Disney gift card when they purchase a new Disney World annual pass. With the new Fantastic Four movie in theaters, Disney is adding character meet and greets, merch, and special food to the parks. Disney announced that an Animation-Inspired experience is coming to Hollywood Studios. Disneyland gave a sneak peek at their holiday experiences including a brand-new character dinner experience called Mickey’s Christmas Carol Feast.

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 * Fantastic Four in Disney Parks [https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/fantastic-four-first-steps-disney-parks/]
 * New Animation Experience in Hollywood Studios [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-animation-inspired-experience-coming-to-disneys-hollywood-studios/]

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Episode 315: Fantastic Four, Hollywood Studios Animation Experience & Holidays at Disneyland

On This Episode

Damon returns to the show and talks about his recent cruise and future vacation plans. Imagineering is using artificial intelligence to make their BDX droids smarter and more emotive. The guys discuss a rumor that Disney is rebooting the Indiana Jones franchise. The new Walt Disney animatronic debuted for Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary and the guys have thoughts. Also for the 70th anniversary, a new exclusive Dole Whip flavor was announced and new features were added to several Disney games.

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 * AI in Disney Droids [https://variety.com/2025/biz/news/disney-imagineering-ai-droids-learning-1236460286/]
 * Walt Disney – A Magical Life [https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/bringing-walt-disney-a-magical-life-to-disneyland-july-17/]
 * 70th Anniversary Game Updates [https://disneyparksblog.com/products/disneyland-70th-anniversary-disney-pixar-games/]

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Episode 314: AI BDX Droids, Indiana Jones & Walt Disney Animatronic

We take a very long trip to Orlando to stay at a Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel, The Grove Resort & Water Park, for a few days in a 3 bedroom before getting on a Royal Caribbean Cruise on the large Utopia of the Seas! Our daughter also makes a few stops at the USTA National Training Center for lessons.

Royal Caribbean Cruise And Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel

On This Episode

The guys discuss the addition of the new ‘it’s a small world’ verse to the finale of both the Disneyland and Disney World versions of the attraction. It’s July, which means Disney is announcing details of holiday parties including Jollywood Nights, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. The 2025 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival is opening soon and the guys review the Eat to the Beat concert lineup. Halloween starts next month at Disney and a new line of Haunted Mansion merch is now available. With Test Track reopening soon, Lightning Lane tiers at EPCOT are changing.

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 * Holiday Parties at Disney World [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/holidays-at-disney-world-2025-christmas-lights-festive-fun-and-more/]
 * EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Preview [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/2025-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-dates/]
 * Haunted Mansion Merch [https://www.disneystore.com/collections/the-haunted-mansion-collection/?CMP=ILC-DPFY25Q3wo0702250004G]

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Episode 313: Holiday Parties, Eat to the Beat & Haunted Mansion Merch

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The guys welcome longtime listener Kerry to share her recent trip report from Tokyo Disney Resort. Kerry talks about using DVC points to book a stay at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel and how the experience compares to stateside Disney hotels. She gives a detailed overview of both parks, including tips for navigating Tokyo DisneySea and the benefits of “Happy Entry” for hotel guests. Highlights include Fantasy Springs at DisneySea, with new attractions themed to Frozen, Peter Pan, and Tangled, and the impressive Beauty and the Beast ride at Tokyo Disneyland. The group also discusses the cultural differences in the parks, from food options to merchandise, and Kerry shares her thoughts on crowd strategies, Premier Access, and the local obsession with Duffy and Friends.

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Episode 312: Tokyo Disney Resort Trip Report

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On Episode 2 of Food Time, brought to you by Welcome Home Podcast, the guys talk about the Disney Springs Flavor of Florida festival. From June 27 to August 10, 2025, over 40 locations at Disney Springs will provide unique Florida themed dishes and locally sourced ingredients.

Episode Links

 * Disney Springs Flavors of Florida [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-eats-disney-springs-flavors-of-florida-foodie-guide-2025/]

Food Time Episode 2: Disney Springs Flavors of Florida

We saw Epic Universe, we went to Epic Universe, we conquered Epic Universe. Well, we really didn't conquer Epic Universe, but we did put our FOMO to bed as we visit for the day. This was not a preview as the park is now open and we take you through our day at the park, where we ride mostly everything twice. Take a trip with us as you come on our family vacation adventure, and we do find a new favorite DVC resort as well.

Unprejudiced Epic Universe Review

On This Episode

The guys discuss a listener email about the potential for a villain themed resort at Magic Kingdom. DVC sent new magnets with the latest issue of Disney Files Magazine featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse. The newest version of Test Track will be opening in a few weeks, but Cast Member previews have begun, giving a first look at the new attraction. Disney made recent updates to their parks apps to make finding and securing dining reservations easier. Disney celebrated 626 Day by announcing that a sequel to the live action Lilo & Stitch movie is in development and releasing new merchandise. Merch from the Japan and China parks is making its way into the Disney Store.

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 * Dining App Updates [https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-app-updates-make-booking-dining-reservations-easier/]
 * Stitch Merch [https://disneyparksblog.com/products/new-stitch-shirts-plush-snacks-and-more-for-626-day/]
 * Disney Store Japan [https://disneyparksblog.com/products/disney-store-japan-plush-and-keychains-coming-to-disneystore-com/]

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Episode 311: Test Track 3.0, Dining App Updates & Stitch Merch

On This Episode

With the addition of DVC cabins at Fort Wilderness, Disney announced that the Meadow Swimmin' Pool will be expanded. The newest version of Test Track will debut next month with new music and a new ride experience. DVC Members will have access to a special preview of the new version of Test Track. Disney Starlight will debut next month with two daily showtimes and a different parade route. Disney Parks are celebrating the release of the new Pixar movie “Elio” with a variety of special events and merch. Disney+ is adding more POVs of rides and lands from Disneyland to celebrate its 70th Anniversary.

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 * Test Track Reopening [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/test-track-reopening-date-july-22/]
 * Elio in the Parks [https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-and-pixars-elio-blasts-into-disney-parks/]

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Episode 310: Test Track Reopening, Elio in the Parks & Ride POVs

On This Episode

A new Spaceship Earth Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket has debuted at EPCOT. New entertainment is now available EPCOT including jugglers and a roaming “animatronic”. Shanghai Disney Resort is kicking off summer with new character outfits, Pixar-themed experiences, a Stitch meet and greet, and summer themed food. The guys discuss recent speculation that Josh D’Amaro is leading the competition to be Disney’s next CEO. Disneyland is celebrating its 70th Anniversary with new merchandise. It’s June, which means Disneyland has announced its plans for Halloween.

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 * DVC Resale Market [http://www.dvcresalemarket.com/welcomehome] - #1 DVC Reseller in the World
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Episode Links

 * Summer at Shanghai [https://disneyparksblog.com/shdl/summer-kicks-off-at-shanghai-disney-resort/]
 * Disneyland 70th Anniversary Merch [https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/celebrate-happy-with-disneyland-70th-anniversary-merchandise/]
 * Halloween at Disneyland [https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/2025-halloween-at-disneyland-oogie-boogie-bash-dates-and-more/]
 * Spaceship Earth Popcorn Bucket [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKel7Wsx3oD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link]

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Episode 309: Spaceship Earth Popcorn Bucket, Disneyland 70th Anniversary Merch & Halloween Preview

A Disney Parks & Vacation Club Podcast. Tom, Damon and Trevor are Disney enthusiasts who can't stop talking about anything and everything Disney. On Welcome Home, they talk about everything related to Walt Disney World, Disneyland and Disney Vacation Club (DVC). As DVC Owners and Disney Parks enthusiasts, the guys have extensive knowledge of everything Disney and Disney Vacation Club. Let Welcome Home help you and your family be more knowledgeable about Disney!

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