Disney Deciphered: a Disney World planning podcast
Join Leslie from Trips with Tykes and Joe from asthejoeflies as we discuss how to save you money, time, and stress as you plan your Walt Disney World vacation. Visiting Disney is like visiting another country - we're here to help you understand the ins and outs of what to do, where to stay, what to eat, how to minimize your wait times for rides, Genie+ tricks, and a whole lot more!
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Ep. 396 - What's New on the Disney Destiny?
11/19/2025
Ep. 396 - What's New on the Disney Destiny?
Disney Destiny Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Joe sailed on the Disney Destiny! We talk a little bit about the ship in general and then chat about what sets it apart from other ships, including unique lounges, entertainment options, the new Feast of the Lion King dinner show, and Hercules! Does it live up to the hype or is it a work in progress? Is the ship more for adults than kids? We discuss all this and more on this week’s episode. Thanks to Disney Destinations and Travelmation for having Joe on the Disney Destiny Christening cruise! What are you most looking forward to on the Disney Destiny? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 5:55 - Disney Destiny itineraries and general thoughts 9:09 - Theming 10:05 - The Grand Hall 13:18 - Entertainment options (non Broadway show) 20:03 - New lounges 28:11 - Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King 31:32 - Hercules 35:56 - Is the Disney Destiny more for Disney adults? 39:23 - Disney Dos and Don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 395 - Should You Buy Disney's Travel Protection?
11/12/2025
Ep. 395 - Should You Buy Disney's Travel Protection?
Travel Protection Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Is Disney’s travel protection worth it? We detail costs, what is supposedly included and covered, discuss situations that Joe has dealt with, and a whole lot more. We discuss Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line travel protection options. Do you like to buy travel protection from Disney? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 3:08 - What does Disney travel protection cover at the parks? 7:31 - Costs and pricing 11:27 - Is Disney’s travel protection worth it? 19:04 - Disney Cruise Line travel protection policy 26:30 - What to consider with DCL travel protection 32:27 - Other options 35:44 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 394 - Ride Overlays Past and Present
11/05/2025
Ep. 394 - Ride Overlays Past and Present
Ride Overlays 1:43 - What is a ride overlay? 3:14 - Disneyland overlays 15:47 - Walt Disney World overlays 27:21 - Disney dos and don'ts
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Ep. 393 - Disneyland Ride Guide: Mr. Toad and Alice
10/29/2025
Ep. 393 - Disneyland Ride Guide: Mr. Toad and Alice
Fantasyland Ride Guide Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description We’re moving our ride guide series to Disneyland! We discuss Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride and Alice in Wonderland, some of the best Fantasyland attractions in Disneyland. Will the attractions be too scary for your kids? How can you minimize your wait time in lines? All this and more in this week’s episode. What tier ranking would you give Mr. Toad’s and Alice in Wonderland? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:33 - WDW vs. DL Fantasyland 5:13 - Alice in Wonderland's History 8:23 - Ride run through 12:34 - Who is the attraction for and line strategies 17:19 - Alice in Wonderland tier ranking 18:45 - Mr. Toad's Wild Ride History 21:23 - Attraction run through 26:13 - Who is the attraction for and line strategies 30:01 - Mr. Toad's Wild Ride tier ranking 32:11 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 392 - Lightning Lane Draft!
10/22/2025
Ep. 392 - Lightning Lane Draft!
Lightning Lane Draft Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Lightning Lane Draft! We decide to have a bit of fun and draft 8 Lightning Lane Multipasses each to craft the best Disney World days. Before you criticize our lists, note that there was some randomness involved for starting parks. If you think we made any mistakes drafting, our excuse is we panicked :) Enjoy the episode! Who do you think won the draft? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:05 - Draft parameters 3:38 - Spin for starting park and draft order 4:32 - Rounds 1 and 2 10:47 - Rounds 3 and 4 16:44 - The late rounds 22:15 - Our days and draft reflections 30:09 - Disney Dos and Don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 391 - Disney Increases Ticket Prices!
10/15/2025
Ep. 391 - Disney Increases Ticket Prices!
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Ep. 390 - Ride Guide: Toy Story Mania and Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway
10/08/2025
Ep. 390 - Ride Guide: Toy Story Mania and Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway
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Ep. 389 - Use Wait Magic to Book Lightning Lanes Like a Pro
10/01/2025
Ep. 389 - Use Wait Magic to Book Lightning Lanes Like a Pro
Wait Magic Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description We take a look at , Thrill Data’s new Lightning Lane booking tool. We talk about how to use, when to use it, and tips and tricks for how Wait Magic can maximize your Lightning Lane Multipass. You don’t want to miss this one! Have you used Wait Magic? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:45 - What is Thrill Data? 6:03 - Lightning Lane Multipass refresher 7:39 - Step by Step Wait Magic Guide 17:53 - Wait Magic tips and tricks 28:02 - Disney Dos and Don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 388 - Disneyland Character Dining
09/24/2025
Ep. 388 - Disneyland Character Dining
DL Character Dining Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Leslie schools Joe on the different character meal options at Disneyland - there are only 4! We discuss why there are so few and the characters you can meet, plus whether the character dining meals are worth it. If you’re looking to kill two birds with one stone by eating and meeting at Disneyland, this is the episode for you. Have you done character dining at Disneyland? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 6:07 - Plaza Inn 9:59 - Goofy’s Kitchen 15:41 - Storytellers Cafe 19:10 - Napa Rose 25:25 - Disney Dos and Don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 387 - Where to Find Princesses at Walt Disney World
09/17/2025
Ep. 387 - Where to Find Princesses at Walt Disney World
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Ep. 386 - What Will Disney World Be Like in 15 Years?
09/10/2025
Ep. 386 - What Will Disney World Be Like in 15 Years?
WDW in 15 Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description What will Walt Disney World be like in 15 years? Leslie and Joe have some fun making predictions on what things will look like, including whether there will be a 5th park, how many new hotels might be built, new attractions/lands, and of course - what will Lightning Lanes look like? Got any predictions for Walt Disney World in 2040? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:40 - What Disney has said is coming 7:09 - New attractions? 5th gate? 18:41 - Hotel predictions 21:49 - Will we ever see something like the Galactic Starcruiser again? 23:21 - Transportation infrastructure, the fun stuff 27:35 - Lightning Lane changes 30:15 - Other operational predictions 32:10 - How much will Disney World cost!? 35:11 - Disney Dos and Don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 385 - Disneyland Rope Drop Changes and Disney World Hodgepodge
08/27/2025
Ep. 385 - Disneyland Rope Drop Changes and Disney World Hodgepodge
Hodgepodge Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Disneyland makes a big change to early entry for on site hotel guests so we discuss about whether it’s a good or bad move (spoiler: Leslie hates it). We also have some outstanding stuff to talk about from Joe’s August trip, so we chat menu changes, Ducktales, and more! What do you think about the Disneyland early entry change? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:42 - Japan pavilion 5:37 - Ducktales World Showcase Adventure 9:29 - Preshows that gotta go 12:03 - Menu changes 15:17 - The Contemporary Resort 16:36 - Disneyland early entry changes 26:35 - Disney Dos and Don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 384 - Is Thrill Data's New Lightning Lane Tool Worth It?
08/20/2025
Ep. 384 - Is Thrill Data's New Lightning Lane Tool Worth It?
Wait Magic Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Joe visited Walt Disney World in the summer with his son and tried a lot of the new and updated offerings! We discuss the new Little Mermaid Show, the Disney Starlight Parade, and Test Track 3.0 before getting to the good stuff - Thrill Data’s new Wait Magic service that helps you book and modify Lightning Lanes. Will you try Thrill Data? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:43 - 50’s Primetime Cafe 4:53 - The Little Mermaid Musical Adventure 8:07 - Test Track 3.0 13:10 - Disney Starlight 16:22 - Thrill Data Wait Magic: Is it worth the cost? 29:51 - Disney Dos and Don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 383 - Universal Osaka Trip Report
08/13/2025
Ep. 383 - Universal Osaka Trip Report
Universal Osaka Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description A quick trip report about Universal Osaka - including why Express Pass is worth it, why getting there from Kyoto is annoying, and what not to do with your food! Have you been to Universal Osaka? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:54 - Buying tickets 5:55 - Getting there 10:12 - Lunch 13:48 - Nintendo attractions 19:25 - Harry Potter attractions 21:32 - Other attractions 25:45 - General thoughts 30:07 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 382 - Tokyo Disneyland Resort Trip Report and Tips
08/06/2025
Ep. 382 - Tokyo Disneyland Resort Trip Report and Tips
Tokyo Disney Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Joe visited Tokyo Disneyland Resort! He discusses Fantasy Springs, the Fantasy Springs Hotel, and all the things he loves about Tokyo Disney. We talk Popcorn, we talk Frozen, we talk monorails, we talk about possibly the best Disney park in the entire world! Plus, some tips for future guests. Thinking of visiting Tokyo Disneyland Resort? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 4:02 - Fantasy Springs Resort and getting a Vacation Package 10:34 - Fantasy Springs 12:51 - Favorite attractions at Tokyo Disneyland Resort 16:47 - Crowds 17:51 - A well kept theme park! 19:26 - Popcorn! 21:14 - Attractions! 22:50 - Great guests! 24:49 - 5 tips 31:25 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 381 - Is Lightning Lane Premier Pass Worth it at Disneyland?
07/30/2025
Ep. 381 - Is Lightning Lane Premier Pass Worth it at Disneyland?
Premier Pass Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Leslie and guest Beau Mack discuss his usage of Lightning Lane Premier Pass for one day at Disneyland. What benefits are there in Disneyland that you don’t get in Disney World? Does it make it possible to do all the attractions? And most importantly, what’s the best use case for Lightning Lane Premier Pass. All that and more as Beau discusses his first ever visit to Disneyland as an adult! Would you try Lightning Lane Premier Pass at Disneyland? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:04 - Disney background 3:56 - Lightning Lane Premier Pass decision 8:11 - Lightning Lane Premier Pass at California Adventure 14:44 - Eating 15:24 - LLPP at Disneyland 19:57 - Finishing up, thoughts on value and best usage 29:43 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 380 - Summer Trip Report w/ Jeremy
07/23/2025
Ep. 380 - Summer Trip Report w/ Jeremy
Summer Trip Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Disgraced former co-host of the , Jeremy, joins us for a fun summer trip report. We discuss Rainforest Cafe, VIP tours, churro quality, meteorologists, personal Lyft drivers, Grand Floridian construction, and a whole lot more. TK Jewelers is a scam. What tier do you put the Space rides?? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 5:11 - General trip outline 6:03 - Conrad Hilton and the Grand Floridian 17:15 - Animal Kingdom 21:52 - Our own personal Lyft driver 27:49 - DVC tour 31:32 - Wailulu Bar and Grill 35:32 - Rainforest Cafe 37:31 - VIP Tour 54:46 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 379 - Epic Universe Attraction Tier Rankings
07/16/2025
Ep. 379 - Epic Universe Attraction Tier Rankings
Universal Tier Rankings We’re not done talking about Epic Universe yet! We’re breaking down all the Epic Universe attractions into tiers - from S-tier to F-tier. Which attractions stand out above the rest? Which should you avoid? We discuss all this and more in this week’s tier ranking episode! What are your S-tier attractions in Epic Universe? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes 0:00 - Intro 3:00 - Fyre Drill 5:22 - Curse of the Werewolf 8:17 - Constellation Carousel 9:52 - Donkey Kong Minecart Madness 13:35 - Yoshi’s Adventure 16:35 - Dragon Racers Rally 20:45 - Mario Kart Bowser’s Challenge 24:45 - Harry Potter Battle of the Ministry 28:30 - Hiccup’s Wing Gliders 30:42 - Stardust Racers 34:41 - Monsters Unchained 37:25 - Universal Dos and Don’ts
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Ep. 378 - Walt Disney World vs. Disneyland Ride Showdown!
07/09/2025
Ep. 378 - Walt Disney World vs. Disneyland Ride Showdown!
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Ep. 377 - Ride Guide: Epcot Space Rides
06/25/2025
Ep. 377 - Ride Guide: Epcot Space Rides
Space Ride Guide Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description We continue our Ride Guide series with the Space rides in Epcot - Spaceship Earth and Mission Space. We discuss whether you might want a barf bag on Mission Space and whether Spaceship Earth’s nostalgia still holds up these days. Plus, best line strategies and of course our tier rankings! What tier do you put the Space rides?? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 1:56 - Spaceship Earth basics 6:10 - Ride walkthrough 8:26 - Who is Spaceship Earth for 9:48 - Lightning Lane and line strategies 11:41 - Tier ranking for Spaceship Earth 13:29 - Mission Space basics 19:20 - Who is Mission Space for 21:00 - Lightning Lane and Line Strategies 21:49 - Mission Space tier rankings 23:36 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 376 - What to Do at Disney on an Adults Only Trip
06/18/2025
Ep. 376 - What to Do at Disney on an Adults Only Trip
Disney Adults Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description We conclude our Disney age guides with the best age group - Disney adults! We discuss where to stay, what to eat, and how to make the most out of your time in Walt Disney World on an adult only trip. Plus, Leslie and Joe discuss their must dos when they are without the children. What do you do on a Disney adult trip? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:06 - Where to stay 5:42 - What to eat 12:01 - Attractions 15:40 - What we would do on an adult only trip 22:59 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 375 - After Hours Parties at Walt Disney World
06/11/2025
Ep. 375 - After Hours Parties at Walt Disney World
After Hours Parties Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description On today’s episode we discuss after hours parties - holiday parties and other offerings. These tickets cost extra money, but are they worth it? We chat about why we love after hour parties and answer some frequently asked questions about the special ticketed events! Do you enjoy after hours parties?? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:24 - Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 6:28 - Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 8:35 - Jollywood Nights 10:16 - Other After Hours Parties 15:56 - FAQs 27:02 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 374 - Why It's Worth Visiting the Disneyland 70th Celebration
06/04/2025
Ep. 374 - Why It's Worth Visiting the Disneyland 70th Celebration
Disneyland 70th Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Not to be outdone, Leslie also went on a media trip - to check out Disneyland 70th celebration. She tells us why the 70th is first visiting, including entertainment option, merchandise, and ride overlays. Why should you check out the awesome Disneyland 70th vibe? Listen and find out! Are you visiting Disneyland for the 70th? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 1:57 - Leslie trip basics 3:02 - Overview of the Disneyland 70th Celebration 5:54 - World of Color Happiness 8:59 - Other entertainment options 11:07 - Paint the Night is back! 13:58 - And so is Wondrous Journeys 15:52 - Better Together and other things to see 17:55 - Attraction Overlays 21:51 - Merch and Food 26:45 - Other stuff 28:35 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 373 - Is Epic Universe a Disney Killer?
05/28/2025
Ep. 373 - Is Epic Universe a Disney Killer?
Epic Universe Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Universal’s third* theme park, Epic Universe, is now open! Joe had the chance to experience it courtesy of Universal’s hospitality for a media event, but we wanted to bring on someone who paid for their ticket so Shawn from and joined to discuss everything Epic Universe. We talk about new attractions, the amazing portals, some food, some merch, and whether Epic will be a Disney Killer - or at least an Epcot Killer. Are you excited about Epic Universe? Have you visited? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 4:41 - What is Epic Universe? 8:46 - The different portals and which are our favorites 15:04 - Entertainment and overall park overview 21:31 - Will Epic be a Disney killer? 23:24 - Attractions and more Epic/Disney discussion 40:12 - Favorite attractions 44:25 - Food 50:04 - Negatives 57:16 - Disney Universal dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 372 - What We Dislike about Walt Disney World
05/21/2025
Ep. 372 - What We Dislike about Walt Disney World
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Ep. 371 - Renting a Car at Walt Disney World
05/14/2025
Ep. 371 - Renting a Car at Walt Disney World
Car Rental Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description We discuss the pros and cons of renting a car at Walt Disney World. Why you should rent, how to save money, and what you need to think about when renting a car. Plus, we argue about Disney dos and don’ts (not really). Do you like to rent cars at Walt Disney World? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 1:45 - Other options to get from the airport to WDW 4:16 - Getting around on site 5:10 - Why Joe rents cars 7:56 - General pros of renting cars at Walt Disney World 13:24 - Cons of renting cars 20:02 - Booking a rental car through Disney 22:08 - Signing up for rental car loyalty programs 23:57 - How to save money on rental cars 27:28 - Visitor toll pass 29:15 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 370 - Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Haunted Mansion Ride Guide
05/07/2025
Ep. 370 - Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Haunted Mansion Ride Guide
Tiana’s and Haunted Mansion Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description We continue our Walt Disney World ride guide series with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure (one of Disney’s newest attractions) and Haunted Mansion (one of Disney’s oldest). What can you expect and what do kids need to know before trying the attractions. Plus, Lightning Lane and standby line strategies. What tier ranking would you give Tiana’s and Haunted Mansion? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 369 - Guide to Visiting Walt Disney World w/ Tweens and Teens
04/30/2025
Ep. 369 - Guide to Visiting Walt Disney World w/ Tweens and Teens
Disney with Teens Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description We continue our Walt Disney World by age series with those pesky adolescents, tweens and teens! We discuss where to stay and what to do as usual but also chat a bit about what it looks like to have more independent human beings with you at Walt Disney World - what can you consider letting your more independent children do? How do you keep them connected to the magic? All that and more! What do you do with teens and tweens at Walt Disney World? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:32 - Where to stay 7:03 - What to eat 11:41 - Do it for the gram 12:49 - Rides! 15:43 - Teen independence 20:36 - Lightning lane strategy 22:01 - Non ride stuff and tips for tweens and tweens 26:42 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 368 - Tips for Doing Disneyland in One Day
04/23/2025
Ep. 368 - Tips for Doing Disneyland in One Day
One Day in Disneyland Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description Leslie recently took a one day trip to Disneyland with two teenagers. We break down her strategy for riding every Lightning Lane attraction while still stopping to smell the roses and even eating once or twice! Plus, we discuss the decision making process that goes into getting a park hopper if you have only one day, where to stay, and how to round out your Disneyland trip with non theme-park options. What would you do with one day in Disneyland? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 4:53 - Basics of Leslie’s Disneyland trip 6:03 - Deciding on Park Hopper, Lightning Lane, etc. 10:20 - Cost of a one day ticket 12:18 - Those long Disneyland hours 13:57 - Food options 15:54 - Picking attractions 20:24 - Lightning Lane strategy 24:31 - Handling ride closures 26:26 - Staying flexible 28:44 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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Ep. 367 - Should You Visit Disney or Universal This Summer?
04/16/2025
Ep. 367 - Should You Visit Disney or Universal This Summer?
Universal vs. Disney This Summer Find us on - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description With Epic Universe opening up at Universal Orlando this summer, Leslie and Joe discuss whether you should visit Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, or both this summer. We discuss what’s coming to Epic Universe and what Disney is doing to try to attract visitors this summer. Plus - we compare vacation pricing between the two resorts for this July (2025) - the results surprised us! Are you excited about Epic Universe or sticking to Disney this summer? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on , or leaving a comment on our . You can also follow us on ! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 6:06 - New Universal hotels 9:05 - Epic Universe 14:09 - What’s coming to Disney this summer (or coming back) 16:17 - Deep Disney discounts this summer 19:42 - Comparing value prices between Universal and Disney this summer 22:59 - Comparing moderate prices between Universal and Disney this summer 24:24 - Comparing deluxe prices between Universal and Disney this summer 27:24 - Universal is getting complicated 29:00 - Should you visit both Universal and Disney in one trip? 32:12 - Disney dos and don’ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our or signing up for . If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on , , , , , or (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our , or follow us on and ! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
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