All About Planning Walt Disney World Weddings
Polka Dot Podcast
Leslie interviews Fairytale Weddings Guide author Carrie Hayward, host of The Disney Wedding Podcast. Carrie breaks down what you need to know to plan a Walt Disney World wedding in 2021 - 2022, money-saving tips, and recommendations for choosing a WDW venue for your big day.
info_outline
Disney Trivia Night
Polka Dot Podcast
Leslie and Andrew welcome back Jim and Dan for a family Disney trivia night! Do you know these 12 Walt Disney World fun facts? Play along with the group and follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter.
info_outline
Best / Worst Magic Kingdom Attractions for Kids Under 6
Polka Dot Podcast
How do you prioritize which Disney attractions to tackle if you're visiting the Magic Kingdom with children under six-years-old?
info_outline
Q&A with a Disney Dapper Dan, Stage Performer
Polka Dot Podcast
In the seventh edition of "Steps to the Castle," Leslie interviews Rob Lott about his 20-year career as a stage performer and puppeteer at Walt Disney World and Tokyo DisneySea. Currently a Dapper Dan at the Magic Kingdom, Rob shares memories about his experiences performing in numerous stage shows and tips for aspiring Disney cast members and park travelers.
info_outline
Disney Dads Trivia
Polka Dot Podcast
Leslie welcomes her husband, Andrew, and brothers, Jim and Dan, for a fun "Disney Dads" trivia game in celebration of Father's Day. Do you know these 12 Disney fun facts?
info_outline
Special Announcement From Polka Dot Podcast
Polka Dot Podcast
We are exploring new platforms and new ways to add value to our listeners, and so Polka Dot Podcast will temporarily be moving to a biweekly format. Join us here next week on Saturday, June 19 for a special “Disney Dads Trivia” episode in celebration of Father’s Day. Thank you for subscribing and listening to Polka Dot Podcast! Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on IG and Twitter.
info_outline
Steps to the Castle: Q&A with Former Disney Cast Member Matthew Krul
Polka Dot Podcast
In the sixth edition of "Steps to the Castle," Leslie interviews former Disney cast member and Imagineer Podcast host Matthew Krul. Matt shares stories from his college internship working at Animal Kingdom's Kilimanjaro Safari and lessons learned from his professional internship with Disney Vacation Club's marketing team. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
info_outline
Disney's May News and Park Updates
Polka Dot Podcast
Leslie welcomes back cousin Jennifer to discuss Disney's news and park updates for May, including COVID-19 safety rules changes, construction delays, the benefits of baby care centers, and Magic Kingdom's 2021 Disney After Hours Boo Bash. Plus a round of "Would You Rather?" featuring select menu items from Taste of Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival, running through July 5, 2021.
info_outline
3 Itineraries for 1 Week at Walt Disney World
Polka Dot Podcast
Leslie and Andrew discuss six considerations for planning a Walt Disney World vacation and share three sample itineraries for spending one week at the Orlando resort. Whether you prefer to relax at a Disney resort or hop to all of Disney's theme parks, plus Universal Studios and SeaWorld Orlando, they provide options for planning your next family vacation.
info_outline
Steps to the Castle: Q&A with Former Disney Cast Member Ron Fox
Polka Dot Podcast
In the fifth edition of "Steps to the Castle," Leslie interviews former Disney cast member Ron Fox on his experience in more than a dozen roles at the company, including working as a stunt performer in Hollywood Studios' "Lights, Motors, Action!" show. For more information about Ron Fox, visit www.RonFoxMedia.com. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.
info_outlineLeslie and Andrew discuss six considerations for planning a Walt Disney World vacation and share three sample itineraries for spending one week at the Orlando resort.
Before planning your week's stay at WDW, consider:
1) The ages of people in your party
2) How you prioritize Disney's four theme parks
3) How active or relaxing you'd like your vacation to be
4) Rank what’s most important to you:
- Eating good / ethnic food
- Seeing animals
- Thrill rides
- Visiting as many places / parks as possible
- Relaxing at a resort
- Meeting characters
5) Your family’s favorite Disney characters / movies
6) Prioritize destinations outside Disney theme parks, including:
- Disney Springs
- Disney water parks
- Resort hopping
- SeaWorld Orlando
- Universal Studios
Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter for related content.