Be Our Guest WDW Podcast

Listener Questions - December 11, 2024 - Transportation Options, French Quarter vs. Caribbean Beach, Baby's 1st Trip - BOGP 2605

Mike, Scott, and Rikki are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today, we discuss options for getting to your Walt Disney World resort from Orlando International Airport (especially with smaller children), traveling with extended family and a small child for their first trip and working with "child swap", strollers, and more! Also, we discuss the pros/cons of staying at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter vs. Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, and much more! Please come join the BOGP Clubhouse on our Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse!  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today’s podcast!

Surprise 65th Birthday Adult Trip, Grand Floridian, Victoria & Alberts, Jiko, Cirque, Mother/Daughter Memories - BOGP 2604

We are excited to head out to Virginia to speak with Listener Kara again today to hear all about her surprise birthday celebration for her mother's 65th birthday! They stayed at three resorts on this 6-night trip: Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Villas, and Disney's Polynesian Village Resort! We hear about dining experiences at Victoria & Alberts, Jiko, California Grill, Tiffins, and more! Plus, hear about their experience with Cirque de Solei: Drawn to Life and much more! We hope you can continue the conversation with us this week in the Be Our Guest Podcast Clubhouse at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse! Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

The Small Moments That Make Walt Disney World Trips Special - BOGP 2603

We are excited to have a special co-host today, Listener Tricia from Wisconsin joining Mike to discuss those "small moments" during our Disney trips that make them truly special! From times with our loved ones over a donut in Tomorrowland to an unexpected character interaction to just enjoying a favorite treat in a quiet spot in a busy park, we discuss how these moments can make your next trip even better! Got a special "small moment" from a recent trip? Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse. We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today’s podcast!

BOGP Open Line - December 1, 2024 - Live Calls from Animal Kingdom Lodge, Scott From MVMCP, Princess Weekend Thoughts - BOGP 2602

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, December 1, 2024!  Tonight, Mike was flying solo in the Studio, but it was alright as we had lots of great calls and fun Disney conversation!  Listener Brandon called in from Jambo House at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge to give us thoughts on this current Disney vacation, especially thoughts on how "cozy" the Lodge itself has been this week!  We get a call from Listener Kurt with questions about logistics for Princess Half-Marathon Weekend!  Then, #ScottyG calls in LIVE from Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party with updates from the Magic Kingdom!  This and more on today's show!   Come join us in the BOGP Clubhouse this week at www.beourguestpodcast.com/discord.  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.  Become a patron of the Be Our Guest Podcast over at www.patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Listener Questions - December 4, 2024 - Live Trip Report from Pop Century, Animal Kingdom Lodge, Skyliner Stations, More - BOGP 2601

Mike is flying solo for today's show as Rikki, Scott, and Pam were all unavailable at the time of recording, but no problem at all! We got some great questions from that chat and even opened up the phone lines for a great trip report from a caller in South Carolina! We discussed not-to-miss attractions for a Disneyland vet visiting Walt Disney World for the first time in over 20 years, where we would put a new Skyliner station, Epcot park availability on New Years Eve, and lots more! Please come join the BOGP Clubhouse on our Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse!  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today’s podcast!

One Day of Resort Hopping, 4 Parks in 1 Day, Lots of Friends, One Memorable Weekend - BOGP 2600

Today we are headed down to Atlanta, Georgia to speak with Listener John about his awesome weekend escape to Walt Disney World with his wife (to celebrate "babymoon #2!) and some friends along the way! Day #1 was all about resort hopping and we hear about a Trader Sam's visit, riding the monorail and Skyliner, and more, and then Day #2 was a 4 Parks/1 Day Marathon with many, many fun stories! John was a great storyteller and I know you are going to love today's virtual WDW trip! We hope you can continue the conversation with us this week in the Be Our Guest Podcast Clubhouse at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse! Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Best Shopping Spots at Walt Disney World & Disneyland Resort Right Now - BOGP 2599

Today, Mike, Scott, and Rikki get you set for Black Friday with a show all about shopping! We discuss our favorite spots to hit when it comes to both picking up merchandise and just enjoy the theme of a nice store on our Walt Disney World vacations! We hit the theme park stores as well as some gems in the resorts too! Did your favorite make it? If not, let us know! Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse. We hope you enjoy today’s podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today’s podcast!

BOGP Open Line - November 24, 2024 - Monsters vs. Muppets - Many Calls & Thoughts on Monsters Coming to DHS - BOGP 2598

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, November 24, 2024!  Tonight, Mike and Scott are back together and we had a blast taking your calls for the hour!  The password to tonight's show was the best food item that will be on your table come Thursday at Thanksgiving!  We got some awesome ideas!  Then, the phone lines lit up as we had a discussion with MuppetVision 3D's announcement of closure and the Monsters, Inc. universe moving in at Disney's Hollywood Studios!  We also talked about the Muppets moving to Rock & Roller Coaster, Lightning Lane Premier Pass being available to all on-site resort guests and more!   Come join us in the BOGP Clubhouse this week at www.beourguestpodcast.com/discord.  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.  Become a patron of the Be Our Guest Podcast over at www.patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Listener Questions - November 27, 2024 - Personal Celebration Splurge, Large Group ADRs, Port Canaveral Activities - BOGP 2597

Mike, Scott, and Rikki are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today, we discuss tips for traveling with toddlers, but also letting the adults have some fun during the trip as well! Also, we give some thoughts on a splurge for our listener who is overcoming cancer and wants to celebrate this incredible milestone! (We are SO PROUD OF YOU!) We also give ideas for ADRs for large groups, activities around Port Canaveral, and much more! Please come join the BOGP Clubhouse on our Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse!  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today’s podcast!

Tips For Flying Southwest Airlines To Disney Destinations More Economically & Comfortably - BOGP 2596

Today we are joined by travel journalist Lyn Mettler who has contributed to outlets like USA Today and US News & World Report about flying on Southwest Airlines to the Disney Destinations using points, Companion Passes, and more to maximize your vacation dollar! We discuss her background and love of the Disney destinations, dive into the "nuts & bolts" as to how to really get started to saving big money on your flights, and talk major changes coming to Southwest in the next couple of years! We hope you can continue the conversation with us this week in the Be Our Guest Podcast Clubhouse at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse! Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!