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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Episode Links

 * 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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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

On This Episode

Tom discusses his recent trip to his local theme park, Carowinds. DVC revealed new rules around renting points. Disney revealed when Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster will close to make way for the new Muppets themed version. Disney releases ‘Haunted Mansion’ themed Halloween decor…in June. Disney announced new details and a name for the upcoming Cars expansion at Magic Kingdom along with the closing date of Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island. Disneyland Resort provided new details of the new attractions and other improvements coming to the park.

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Episode Links

 * Haunted Mansion Halloween Decor [https://gizmodo.com/disney-brings-haunted-mansion-to-early-halloween-decor-shopping-but-at-what-cost-2000612518]
 * Piston Peak National Park [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/piston-peak-national-park-builds-on-the-story-of-frontierland/]
 * Disneyland Expansion [https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/future-expansion-plans-for-disneyland-resort/]

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Episode 308: DVC Rental Rules Update, Piston Peak National Park & Disneyland Expansion

On This Episode

The guys talk about the opening and recent news coming from Epic Universe. Tom finally got his daughter to the movie theater to see Lilo & Stitch and give his thoughts on the movie. Tom discusses an upcoming trip to a local theme park. DVC brings back Welcome Home Weeks for 2025 with discounts, meet and greets, and ice cream. With Lilo & Stitch in theaters, Disney is celebrating with magic shots, merch, and special food items. Disney gave a first look at the new Hercules show coming to the Disney Destiny, including a preview of the giant Hydra puppets that will be featured in the show. The first performance date of Magic Kingdom’s upcoming nighttime parade, Starlight, was announced along with new details about the other floats in the parade.

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 * Stitch in the Parks [https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/lilo-and-stitch-disney-experiences-around-the-world/]
 * Hercules Hydra Puppet [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKNJG0TRjqC/?igsh=ZG12OGNpeWJuYW00]
 * Disney Starlight Updates [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/everything-we-know-about-disney-starlight/]

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Episode 307: More Epic Universe, Stitch Crashes the Parks & Disney Starlight Updates

On This Episode

The guys interview Danielle Kelly, also known as the Dapper Danielle, to discuss her new book, I Love Disney's Magic Kingdom: 100+ Surprising Facts, Magical Quizzes, Fan Favorite Trivia, and More. Danielle shares insights from her ten years as a Disney cast member, working in various roles across all the parks and most resorts, and how those experiences helped her gather the unique facts found in her book. She also reveals that she's currently working on an Epcot-themed book, which will delve into the park's interesting history and corporate sponsorships. The interview also covers her personal connection to Disney, her "Dapper Danielle" brand, and some surprising Disney facts, including the origin of Figment's purple color.

Episode Links

 * The Dapper Danielle [https://www.thedapperdanielle.com/]
 * I Love Disney's Magic Kingdom book [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/I-Love-Disneys-Magic-Kingdom/Danielle-Kelly/I-Love-Disney-Gift-Book-Series/9781507223956]

Interview with The Dapper Danielle

On This Episode

Trevor and a special guest give a report on their recent trip to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and a preview of Epic Universe.

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Episode 306: Trevor’s WDW, Universal Studios & Epic Universe Trip Report

On This Episode

Tom gives a report on his recent cruise on the Disney Treasure and quick visit to Disney World. Disney announced that they are building a new theme park. New details about the Pirates of the Caribbean themed bar were revealed, including the name, Beak & Barrel Tavern. As part of its 70th Anniversary celebration, Disneyland will offer a new Mickey popcorn bucket which can respond to verbal commands and move its head and eyes.

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 * New Theme Park [https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-announces-abu-dhabi-theme-park/]
 * Beak & Barrel Tavern [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/the-beak-and-barrel-new-details-from-pirates-of-the-caribbean-tavern/]
 * Talking Mickey Popcorn Bucket [https://gizmodo.com/you-can-now-eat-popcorn-out-of-a-moving-talking-mickey-mouse-at-disneyland-2000601936]

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Episode 305: Tom’s Trip Report, New Disney Park & Talking Mickey Popcorn Bucket

On This Episode

On this episode of the Waitlist, the guys answer the question, if DVC let you stay in one of the parks overnight, what would that experience be like?

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Waitlist: Staying Overnight at a Disney Park

On This Episode

The guys answer a listener's question about the Friendship boats in EPCOT. Disney revealed that dining packages will be free for children in 2026, along with the return of free water park entry, early theme park entry, and extended evening hours. WALL-E visited the Disneyland resort for Earth Day. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will be updated in 2026 with new scenes from the upcoming The Mandalorian and Grogu movie, with riders being given the choice of which land they want to travel to. With the release of the upcoming live action remake of Lilo & Stitch, Disney has released a wide range of Stitch merch.

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 * Free Dining for Kids [https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/free-disney-world-dining-plan-offering-for-kids-2026/]
 * WALL-E [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIwUz-eP7pp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==]
 * Smuggler's Run Update [https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/the-mandalorian-grogu-and-new-crew-controls-coming-to-smugglers-run/]
 * Stitch Merch [https://disneyparksblog.com/products/let-stitch-crash-your-life-with-all-new-products-across-categories/]

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Episode 304: Free Dining, Smuggler’s Run Update & Stitch Merch

Welcome to Episode 1 of Food Time! brought to you by Welcome Home Podcast. On this episode, the guys talk about all of the recently revealed food for the upcoming Disney Destiny. Hong Kong Disneyland is celebrating it's 20th Anniversary with style, offering many special and unique food items.

Food Time Episode 1 - Disney Destiny & Hong Kong Disneyland 20th Anniversary Food

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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