Ears to the Kingdom : Navigating the Magic with ConciEARS
EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We'd love to help! Request a free vacation quote or visit our website at https://www.conciears.com/. Follow us on social media to get even more Disney updates: Instagram Facebook Subscribe to our newsletter
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Episode 17: "Adventures by Disney 101"
06/02/2024
Episode 17: "Adventures by Disney 101"
In Episode 17, Lynn and Annie are joined again by ConciEARS President Lyndsey Wells for a dive into Adventures by Disney - a leader in guided group travel for families. Learn all about how you can explore the world with Disney! We discuss some of our favorite itineraries, why we think Adventures by Disney is the best group guided vacation option for families, and how you can learn more. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 16 - “Genie+ 101 at Walt Disney World”
05/19/2024
Episode 16 - “Genie+ 101 at Walt Disney World”
In Episode 16, Lynn and Annie are joined by fellow ConciEARS Travel Planner Christy Kelsch to walk our listeners through Genie+ at Walt Disney World. We hope this will help guests have a better understanding of this important system. Listen to learn all about the program, our tips and tricks, and some great strategies for your days at Walt Disney World. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at: And Christy can be found at: [email protected]
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Episode 15 - “Annie’s Disneyland Trip Report”
05/05/2024
Episode 15 - “Annie’s Disneyland Trip Report”
In Episode 15, Annie shares with Lynn and our listeners all about her recent family trip to Disneyland! She had a 4-night stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance (one of our favorite Good Neighbor hotels!) and 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets with Genie+. Her and her husband’s 3 boys kept them very busy! Don’t miss the end of the episode for our 2nd installment of “ConciEARS Kids”! EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 14 - Part 2 “Steps to Planning a Walt Disney World Vacation - After You’ve Booked”
04/14/2024
Episode 14 - Part 2 “Steps to Planning a Walt Disney World Vacation - After You’ve Booked”
In Episode 14 - Part 2, Lynn and Annie are joined again by fellow ConciEARS Planner, Marie Walker, to discuss the steps we take after we’ve booked a Walt Disney World Vacation. We cover all the elements guests should consider when planning a trip to Walt Disney World. Including tips on dining reservations, stroller rentals, airport transportation, and more! EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at: Find Marie at:
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Episode 14 - Part 1 “Steps to Planning a Walt Disney World Vacation - Booking your Trip”
04/01/2024
Episode 14 - Part 1 “Steps to Planning a Walt Disney World Vacation - Booking your Trip”
In Episode 14 - Part 1, Lynn and Annie are joined by fellow ConciEARS Planner, Marie Walker, to discuss the steps we take when booking a trip to Walt Disney World. Including tips on when to go, how many days to visit for, our thoughts on Disney Dining Plans, and more! EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at: Find Marie at: [email protected]
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Episode 13 - “Genie+ 101 at Disneyland”
03/17/2024
Episode 13 - “Genie+ 101 at Disneyland”
In Episode 13, Lynn and Annie take a deep dive into Genie+, helping listeners understand this important system at the Disneyland Resort in a more complete way. You’ll learn all about the program, our tips and tricks, and some great strategies for your days at Disneyland. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow EARS to the Kingdom on Instagram at: Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 12 - “Disney Cruise Trip Report”
03/03/2024
Episode 12 - “Disney Cruise Trip Report”
In Episode 12, Lynn and Annie are joined by ConciEARS President Lyndsey Wells to hear all about her recent Disney Cruise to the Western Caribbean on the Disney Dream. This episode is full of great tips for travelers thinking about a Disney Cruise! The hosts also catch listeners up on some important Disney news and many exciting current and upcoming promotions! for a full list of available promotions, organized by destination. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at: And Lyndsey at:
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Episode 11 - “Aulani 101”
02/18/2024
Episode 11 - “Aulani 101”
In Episode 11, Lynn and Annie discuss Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii. They’ll guide listeners through all the features of this amazing resort, including pools, beaches, restaurants, guest rooms and more! EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 10 - “Moderate and Value Resort Hotels at Walt Disney World”
02/04/2024
Episode 10 - “Moderate and Value Resort Hotels at Walt Disney World”
In Episode 10, Lynn and Annie are joined by fellow ConciEARS Senior Travel Planner Bethany Ghilardi for a discussion about the Moderate and Value Resort Hotels at Walt Disney World. We hope this conversation will help guests learn more about these properties and discover which is the best fit for their family! The hosts also catch listeners up on some important Disney news and many exciting current and upcoming promotions! for a full list of available promotions, organized by destination. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at: Find Bethany at:
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Episode 8 - “Disney Cruise Line 101”
01/07/2024
Episode 8 - “Disney Cruise Line 101”
In Episode 8, Lynn and Annie are rejoined by ConciEARS President Lyndsey Wells for an overview conversation about the Disney Cruise Line. We’ll discuss the 5 Disney Ships, their destinations, and why we think cruising with Disney is worth every penny! The hosts also catch listeners up on some important Disney news and many exciting current and upcoming promotions! for a full list of available promotions, organized by destination. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at: Find Lyndsey at:
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Episode 9 - “Steps to Planning a Disneyland Vacation”
01/07/2024
Episode 9 - “Steps to Planning a Disneyland Vacation”
In Episode 9, Lynn and Annie discuss the steps to take when booking and planning a trip to Disneyland. Including tips on when to go, how many days to visit for, strategies for booking theme park reservations, dining reservations, and more! EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 7 - “Deluxe Resort Hotels at Walt Disney World”
12/17/2023
Episode 7 - “Deluxe Resort Hotels at Walt Disney World”
In Episode 7, Lynn and Annie are joined by fellow ConciEARS Senior Travel Planner Bethany Ghilardi for a discussion about the eight Deluxe Resort Hotels at Walt Disney World. We hope this conversation will help guests learn more about these properties and discover which is the best fit for their family! EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at: Find Bethany at:
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Episode 6 - “Lynn’s Disneyland Trip Report”
12/03/2023
Episode 6 - “Lynn’s Disneyland Trip Report”
In Episode 6 we hear all about Lynn’s recent trip to Disneyland, including his stay at The Villas at the Disneyland Hotel! The hosts also catch listeners up on some important Disney news and many exciting current and upcoming promotions! for a full list of available promotions, organized by destination. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 5 - “Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotels”
11/19/2023
Episode 5 - “Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotels”
In Episode 5, Lynn and Annie discuss some of the over 50 Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotels. If you’re thinking about a trip to Disneyland this is a great summary of the various options for off property hotels in Anaheim. Specifically, they’ll highlight a few of their favorite spots to stay when visiting the parks: Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance Candy Cane Inn CAMBRiA Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort The Anaheim Hotel Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort Convention Center Tropicana Inn & Suites If you’re thinking about a Disney vacation, don’t miss some of the great upcoming promotions! for a full list of available promotions, organized by destination. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 4 - “Walt Disney World 101”
11/05/2023
Episode 4 - “Walt Disney World 101”
In Episode 4, Lynn and Annie welcome the President and Co-Owner of ConciEARS, Lyndsey Wells, for a discussion about Walt Disney World. We’ll give listeners an introductory overview of the theme parks, hotels, and more at the Orlando Disney resort. Also listen in for some important Disney news and updates from the world of Disney travel. You can also for a full list of available promotions, organized by destination. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn, Annie, and Lyndsey can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 3 - “The Disneyland Resort Hotels”
10/22/2023
Episode 3 - “The Disneyland Resort Hotels”
In Episode 3, Lynn and Annie go over the 3 Disneyland Resort Hotels: Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Disneyland Hotel, and Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel (soon to be Disney's Pixar Place Hotel). Staying on property provides guests with some special perks - join us as we discuss the benefits of staying at a Disney hotel at Disneyland! EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 2 - Disneyland 101
10/08/2023
Episode 2 - Disneyland 101
In Episode 2, Lynn and Annie give an overview of the Disneyland Resort, walking you through each of the lands and the Downtown Disney shopping area. This is a great summary of the resort, especially for those newer to Disneyland! The hosts also catch listeners up on some important Disney news and many exciting current and upcoming promotions! for a full list of available promotions, organized by destination. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We’d love to help! or visit our website at . Follow ConciEARS on social media to get even more Disney updates: Lynn and Annie can be found on Instagram at:
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Episode 1 - Getting to Know Your Hosts
09/29/2023
Episode 1 - Getting to Know Your Hosts
In this episode we get to know the hosts Lynn and Annie. In our main segment we talk with the owner and founder of ConciEARS Michael Renfrow. EARS to the Kingdom is a podcast all about Disney travel! Twice a month, our Travel Planners at ConciEARS share tips to help you prepare for your next magical vacation. Follow along for trip reports, travel news, touring hacks and lots of Disney fun. From theme parks to cruise ships to traveling the world with Adventures by Disney, our experts are here to make your vacation planning easy. Ready to plan a trip? We'd love to help! or visit our website at . Follow us on social media to get even more Disney updates:
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