On This Episode

Tom gives all the details from his brief WDW vacation including a recap of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas party, a review of the 3-bedroom Grand Villa at Bay Lake Tower, and his experience at 1900 Park Fare. DVC quietly added a new administrative fee for all resale contracts starting in 2026. Walt Disney Imagineering released a first look at an advanced next-generation robot Olaf coming to select parks. Disney provided a comprehensive review of what is coming to Walt Disney World next year including the recently announced Bluey & Bingo experiences.

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 * Bluey Experiences [https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/bluey-and-bingo-coming-to-disney-experiences/]
 * New WDW Experiences in 2026 [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/2026-disney-world-calendar-and-details/]

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Episode 331: Tom’s Very Merry Trip Report, Olaf Robot & Bluey

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In this episode of the Waitlist, Trevor gives Tom tips for enjoying Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, covering must-do attractions and strategies for navigating the holiday festivities at Disney.

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Welcome Home Waitlist: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Tips

On This Episode

Holiday Food Time takes over the show (again) and the guys go over all the holiday food for the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays.

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 * 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Menus [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-eats-epcot-international-festival-of-the-holidays-foodie-guide-2025/]

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2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Menus

On This Episode

The guys discuss their vacation plans for 2026. DVC Members can get access to a preferred viewing area for A Christmas Fantasy Parade in Disneyland. Animal Kingdom is now offering a Scar Popcorn Bucket and Ed Hyena Sipper. Disney announced dates and details for the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. The guys review holiday themed Disney plushes including an oddly creepy talking Stitch. The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular is debuting on December 1st and Disney revealed the musical acts featured in the show. The holiday season kicks off at Disney Springs with returning holiday experiences like the Christmas Tree Stroll.

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 * Scar Popcorn Bucket [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-eats-new-scar-bucket-and-ed-hyena-sipper-at-animal-kingdom-park/]
 * EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/2025-epcot-international-festival-of-the-holidays-dates-and-details/]
 * Holiday Plushes [https://disneyparksblog.com/products/2025-gift-guide-perfect-disney-plush-for-the-holiday-season/]
 * Disney Holiday Special [https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-holiday-special-brings-star-studded-performances-across-parks-and-resorts/]

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Episode 330: Scar Popcorn Bucket, Festival of the Holidays & Holiday Updates

On This Episode

Holiday Food Time takes over the show and the guys go over all the holiday food at Walt Disney World, Disney Springs, Disneyland and Festival of the Holidays at Disneyland.

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 * Theme Parks and Disney Springs Holiday Foodie Guide [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-eats-holidays-at-theme-parks-and-disney-springs-foodie-guide-2025/]
 * Resorts at WDW Holiday Foodie Guide [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-eats-resorts-at-walt-disney-world-holiday-foodie-guide-2025/]
 * Disneyland Resort Holiday Foodie Guide [https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-holidays-at-disneyland-resort-2025/]
 * Disneyland Festival of the Holidays Foodie Guide [https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-disney-festival-of-holidays-at-disneyland-foodie-guide-2025/]

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Episode 329: Holiday Food Time at WDW, Disney Springs, Disneyland & Festival of the Holidays 

On this Episode

The holidays are here (by Disney standards), so that means one thing, Holiday Food Time! The guys discuss all the delicious food and drinks coming to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom and Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios.

Episode Links

 * Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Menus [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-eats-mickeys-very-merry-christmas-party-foodie-guide-2025/]
 * Disney Eats: Jollywood Nights Foodie Guide [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-eats-jollywood-nights-foodie-guide-2025/]

Food Time Episode 4: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party & Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios

On This Episode

The guys talk about their Halloween nights. The Cool Ship in Tomorrowland is gone and in its place is a new kiosk called AstroFizz. A new popcorn bucket featuring Mickey and a Christmas tree will be coming to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. The Haunted Mansion Parlor on the Disney Destiny will be available as a themed wedding venue. The guys talk about wearing matching PJs at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Deadpool is back at Disneyland for “The Story Time with Deadpool Holiday Special”, sometimes featuring Wolverine.

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 * Matching Disney PJs [https://disneyparksblog.com/products/holiday-gift-guide-family-pajamas/]
 * Holiday Characters at Disneyland [https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/holiday-characters-to-spot-at-disneyland/]

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Episode 328: Haunted Mansion Weddings, Matching PJs & Holiday Deadpool

On This Episode

The guys debut a new holiday themed Food Time song. Recent overhead images of the construction of Disney Lakeshore Lodge seem to confirm there will be a lazy river at the resort. Disney has revealed the dates and details of the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. The voice of Mickey Mouse created a merch collection called “Expedition Mickey Mouse”. Disney announced Soarin’ Across America, a new Soarin’ film that will debut for a limited time next year. The holidays are just around the corner and Disney has released some new advent calendars. The guys recklessly speculate on whether Tron: Ares was only made to promote the rides in the parks and on the reports that Disney is quietly testing a drone show.

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 * 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/epcot-international-festival-of-the-arts-dates-and-offerings/]
 * Expedition Mickey Mouse [https://disneyparksblog.com/products/expedition-mickey-mouse-collection-designed-by-bret-iwan-coming-to-disney-parks/]
 * Soarin' Across America [https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/soarin-across-america-at-disneyland-and-disney-world/]
 * Advent Calendars [https://disneyparksblog.com/products/2025-gift-guide-christmas-disney-advent-calendars/]

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Episode 327: Festival of the Arts, Soarin’ Across America & Drone Shows

On This Episode

Tom provides another small update on his upcoming trip. D23 members were invited to an overnight filming of the Disneyland Holiday Special. Toy Story Land is reportedly getting a new food kiosk. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT is changing to 2D, much like its Disneyland Paris counterpart. The Artisan Club at Cotino is opening soon and it looks way too expensive for Tom and Trevor. Macy’s and Disney released a “holiday” merchandise collection that doesn’t seem to have much to do with the holidays. Disney filed a new trademark that may confirm the name of the upcoming Monsters, Inc. themed land at Hollywood Studios.

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 * "Holiday" Merch [https://disneyparksblog.com/products/disney-and-macys-holiday-collection-jewelry-and-accessories/]

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Episode 326: Holiday Special Taping, Rata-two-dee & Naming Lands

On This Episode

The guys interview Ry & Skyla Castles about their new book, “I Love Disneyland: 100+ Surprising Facts, Fun Quizzes, Fan-Favorite Trivia, and More about Disneyland!”. They geek out about Disneyland's history and trivia, like the surprising truth about the forced perspective on Main Street and the historical significance of the monorail. They debate the differences between Disney World and Disneyland and which one they prefer. Ryan and Skyla also reveal some fun tidbits, including a ride that didn't make it into the book, what a "weenie" is, and their favorite changes to the park. They discuss their love for attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean and Rise of the Resistance, and what they think is the park's greatest addition.

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I Love Disneyland Book: Interview with Ry and Skyla Castles

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