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. 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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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Ep. 366 - Why the Disney Treasure is Better than the Disney Wish
04/09/2025
Ep. 366 - Why the Disney Treasure is Better than the Disney Wish
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Ep. 365 - Disney Wishes for Disney Deciphered
04/02/2025
Ep. 365 - Disney Wishes for Disney Deciphered
Disney wishes 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Leslie and Joe have some fun and come up with some Disney wishes for each other. Leslie’s are much better than Joe’s. We discuss things we think the other person should try and also have some fun discussing what Disney attraction might cause our co-host to suffer the most. What are some things you’d like your friends and family to try? 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. 364 - What to Do at Walt Disney World w/ School Aged Children
03/26/2025
Ep. 364 - What to Do at Walt Disney World w/ School Aged Children
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Ep. 363 - Make the Most out of Your Disney Vacation w/ a Split Stay
03/19/2025
Ep. 363 - Make the Most out of Your Disney Vacation w/ a Split Stay
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Ep. 362 - Why the Disney Treasure Might Be Disney Cruise Line's Best Ship
03/12/2025
Ep. 362 - Why the Disney Treasure Might Be Disney Cruise Line's Best Ship
Disney Treasure 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Joe sailed a 7 night Eastern Caribbean Cruise on the Disney Treasure - he’s got a lot of thoughts - and now you’re gonna hear about it! Find out why the Disney Treasure is Joe’s new favorite ship in the fleet and what you need to know if you’re thinking about taking a vacation on the Disney Treasure. Joe discusses 7 things that really stood out for him on the Treasure, 6 positive and one semi-negative. Are you looking to sail on the Disney Treasure? 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) 3:05 - Theming and decor 8:00 - Staterooms 13:07 - Lounges and common areas 17:57 - Entertainment 23:36 - Dining 30:59 - Your folio 33:59 - 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. 361 - Avoid Overspending on These Things at Disney
03/05/2025
Ep. 361 - Avoid Overspending on These Things at Disney
Don’t Overspend at 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description It’s no secret that Walt Disney World vacations are expensive, but did you know there are things many guests pay for that they could probably skip? In today’s episode, we discuss items you should avoid overspending on at Walt Disney World - but if you really want these things, we discuss ways you can get them for less. We share some ideas to help you get the best value for your dollar and hopefully save you some stress in the process! What do you overspend on 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) 4:39 - Don’t overspend on photos 9:39 - Don’t overspend on tickets 12:59 - Don’t overspend on hotels 17:20 - Don’t overspend on dining plan 21:44 - Don’t overspend on fireworks 26:40 - Don’t get nickeled and dimed! 29:58 - 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. 360 - New Disneyland Lessons for Leslie
02/26/2025
Ep. 360 - New Disneyland Lessons for Leslie
Gumball Rally 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Leslie was at Disneyland Resort for a short trip - she attended a conference and did the (check it out on MiceChat!) Due to the unique circumstances of her trip she tackled Disneyland in a way that was outside of her norm and comfort zone - she learned some lessons along the way that should be helpful to anyone planning a trip to the happiest place on earth! Got any random Disneyland tips? 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) 1:10 - Basics of Leslie’s trip 8:23 - Where Leslie stayed, tickets, etc. 12:32 - Maybe you don’t need park hopper? 14:48 - Rope dropping 18:53 - The effect of locals 21:40 - Enjoying the roads less traveled by 24:39 - Don’t sleep on Downtown Disney 28:23 - 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. 359 - 5 Ups and 1 Big Down from Joe's Jan WDW Trip (Trip Report)
02/19/2025
Ep. 359 - 5 Ups and 1 Big Down from Joe's Jan WDW Trip (Trip Report)
Travelmation Retreat 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Joe visited Walt Disney World in January for the annual Travelmation Retreat. He snuck some time into the parks while getting to try a bunch of new things. We chat about five things Joe would definitely recommend trying and one thing that blissfully Joe will never have to do ever again. Seriously, it is not hard to say goodbye to this one. :) Are you interested in trying any of these offerings? 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) 6:29 - Takumi Tei 15:07 - Country Bear Jamboree 20:47 - New single rider lines 25:26 - Pandora in Animal Kingdom (oldie but a goodie) 27:12 - Magic Kingdom After Hours 29:24 - The thing Joe does NOT recommend 35:15 - 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. 358 - The Best Lightning Lane Product for Your Family?
02/12/2025
Ep. 358 - The Best Lightning Lane Product for Your Family?
Lightning Lane Breakdown 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description OK - so we think Disney has finally settled on all the line shortening products they are going to offer: Lightning Lane Single Pass, Lighting Lane Multi Pass, Lightning Lane Premier Pass, and VIP Tours. So we’re breaking down all the products in one episode and discuss which product is best for you - what are the pros and cons of each. Also: if you’re going to spend - is it better to spend on Premier Pass or VIP? Which option has been working best for your and your family? 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) 2:30 - Making sense of all the different products: LLSP, LLMP, LLPP, and VIP! 13:28 - Who is Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass good for? (Most people!) 14:20 - If you’re gonna spend the money, does Premier Pass (cheaper) or a VIP tour make sense? 27:58 - 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. 357 - Guide to Visiting WDW w/ Babies & Toddlers
02/05/2025
Ep. 357 - Guide to Visiting WDW w/ Babies & Toddlers
Disney w/ Babies & Toddlers 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description We’re starting a new series at Disney Deciphered - we’re putting together mini-guides for Walt Disney World trips by age group! In today’s episode we’re starting with babies and toddlers. What should you consider when picking a place to stay, where are good places to eat, and most importantly - what rides should you be taking? We also share other miscellaneous tips and tricks to help you make the most of what may be your child’s first Disney trip! Do you have tips for visiting Walt Disney World with very young children? 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) 6:20 - Hotels 12:54 - Food and dining 18:17 - Rides and Lightning Lane strategy 28:47 - Other tips 37:08 - 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. 356 - When to Visit Disneyland in 2025
01/29/2025
Ep. 356 - When to Visit Disneyland in 2025
Disneyland in 2025 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description With all the closures in Disney World for the year, is 2025 the year to visit Disneyland? Leslie and Joe discuss that very idea and go over the various dates, festivals, and events you need to know about when you are planning a Disneyland vacation for 2025. We discuss the lower crowd times (though it’s never low!) and the holidays in the park where Walt walked. Are you considering visiting Disneyland instead of Walt Disney World this year? 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 - Disneyland closures and dates to note 5:28 - Any discounts at Disneyland this year? 8:42 - Breaking down Disneyland month by month 20:05 - 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. 355 - Joe's December Holiday Trip
01/22/2025
Ep. 355 - Joe's December Holiday Trip
WDW Holiday 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Joe visited Walt Disney World in December to enjoy the holiday offerings. He tried out some new things so we go through some of Disney’s holiday offerings and give them all a thumbs up or a thumbs down. Is Jollywood Nights good for kids? Is it worth it to visit hotels to see holiday decorations? We discuss those topics and more in this festive episode! Do you enjoy visiting Disney World during the holidays? 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) 2:28 - 1900 Park Fare 6:38 - Lightning Lane Multi Pass 8:38 - Living with the Land Glittering Greenhouses 9:46 - Gran Destino Chronos Club at Coronado Springs Resort 12:20 - Jollywood Nights 14:19 - Candlelight Processional 16:22 - Minnie’s Holiday Dine 17:11 - Christmas decorations at hotels 19:50 - Christmas decorations overall 21:22 - 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. 354 - Is Staying Club Level at Disney World Worth It?
01/15/2025
Ep. 354 - Is Staying Club Level at Disney World Worth It?
Club Level at WDW 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description On today’s episode, we talk about club level at Walt Disney World! What do you get when you stay club level and where can you do it? Who does the splurge make sense for? How can you squeeze the most value out of your club level experience? Plus, we discuss why we think the Chronos Club at Coronado Springs’ Gran Destino Tower is the best value club on property. Have you stayed club level at Walt Disney World and did you enjoy it? 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 - Club level basics and where to stay club level 7:53 - What is the club lounge and what do you get there? 9:23 - Club level pricing and best values 12:57 - Getting the most value out of your club level experience 18:04 - Who should stay club level? 20:28 - Why we think Chronos Club is the best value club level experience 27:24 - 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. 353 - When to Visit Disney World in 2025
01/08/2025
Ep. 353 - When to Visit Disney World in 2025
When to visit WDW in 2025 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Happy new year! Disney Deciphered kicks the new year off with our annual when to visit episode, with a slight twist this year: should you even visit Walt Disney World in 2025 with all the closures? We discuss what’s closed, what’s opening, take a look at the upcoming calendar and chat about why we think 2025 still may be the year to go (and why it may not be). Do you plan to visit Walt Disney World in 2025? 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) 3:01 - What’s closing and opening in 2025 and is 2025 even a good year to visit? 15:23 - Month by month analysis of when to go 29:03 - Sweet spots and when we would visit 32:16 - 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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What We've Been Watching on Disney+
12/18/2024
What We've Been Watching on Disney+
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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Merry Christmas and happy holidays everyone! We're taking a hiatus for the holiday, but here are some of our picks for what to watch on Disney+ while on holiday. Talk to you in the new year! What have you been watching on 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) 27:45 - 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. 351 - Joe's Christmas Trip w/ a 7yo
12/11/2024
Ep. 351 - Joe's Christmas Trip w/ a 7yo
Christmas Cheer 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Today’s episode is a bit different - Joe and Leslie talk about his last minute planning for his weekend trip with his 7 year old daughter and then we shared one of the live trip reports that are normally reserved for paid subscribers on Patreon. If you’d like more bonus content like the end of the episode, please consider subscribing to our . In the episode we talk about our annoyances with planning Lightning Lane Multi Pass and in the trip report Joe shares about his first Candlelight Processional experience! Have you been to Candlelight Processional? 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) 27:45 - 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. 350 - What To Expect on a Very Merrytime Christmas Cruise
12/04/2024
Ep. 350 - What To Expect on a Very Merrytime Christmas Cruise
Very Merrytime Cruises 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description On today’s episode we chat about Leslie’s recent Very Merrytime Cruise on the Disney Magic. What makes a Very Merrytime Cruise different from regular Disney cruise offerings? We discuss special offerings, decorations, and whether it’s too much for someone who isn’t really interested in the holiday theme. Plus, Mexican wrestling! Have you ever done a Very Merrytime Cruise? 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) 3:51 - Very Merrytime Cruise basics 5:31 - Decorations 11:38 - Character meet and greets 13:24 - Entertainment and other holiday offerings 24:01 - Other notes from the cruise including excursions and kis clubs 32:17 - 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. 349 - What We're Thankful for in 2024
11/27/2024
Ep. 349 - What We're Thankful for in 2024
Thanksgiving 2024 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description It’s our annual Thanksgiving episode. We’re thankful to all of our listeners - we couldn’t do the podcast without you. Enjoy! What are you thankful for at Disney in 2024? 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 - New announcements 3:48 - No WDW construction, sort of 5:05 - Lookout Cay 7:46 - Competition 10:06 - Onsite benefits are back 12:38 - Deals and discounts 16:48 - 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. 348 - Why the Holidays are the Best Time to Visit Disneyland
11/20/2024
Ep. 348 - Why the Holidays are the Best Time to Visit Disneyland
Christmas at 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Leslie recently visited Disneyland during the holidays so we thought it’d be a great time to talk about all the Disneyland offerings - which you don’t even need to buy a party ticket for or anything! From ride overlays, Festival of Holidays, to parades - there’s lots of ways to enjoy the holidays at Disneyland! Plus, a quick check in from Leslie’s media trip to check out Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opening at Disneyland. What’s your favorite thing to do at Disneyland during the holidays? 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) 2:59 - When do the holidays start at Disneyland? 3:49 - Ride overlays 9:18 - Holiday entertainment 18:04 - Other things to enjoy at the holidays 21:50 - Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disneyland 28:00 - 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. 347 - What's the Best Disney Deluxe Hotel for Your Family?
11/13/2024
Ep. 347 - What's the Best Disney Deluxe Hotel for Your Family?
Deluxe Hotels 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Which deluxe Disney Resort is best for you and your family? On today’s episode Leslie and Joe compare and contrast the different deluxe resorts (of which there are many!) to help you pick what works best for your family depending on what’s most important to you - price, convenience, theming, etc. Plus, our personal picks! Do you have a favorite deluxe 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) (all timestamps are approximate) 1:48 - What’s a deluxe resort? 5:12 - Price comparisons 7:32 - Transportation/convenience 11:18 - Rooms 14:05 - Groups and larger families 17:01 - Food 19:57 - Pool 22:01 - Best for a rest day 19:57 - Theming 24:00 - Personal favorites 24:26 - 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. 346 - The Importance of the Disney World Rest Day
11/06/2024
Ep. 346 - The Importance of the Disney World Rest Day
Rest Days 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description One of the most important aspects of a Disney vacation is finding time to rest, which is why we always like to recommend a Disney rest day. In today’s episode we discuss why you need one and what to do with your time off, including some of the fun stuff at Disney that’s less stressful than the parks and may not even cost you money. What do you do when you take rest days at 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) 2:20 - What’s a rest day? Why should you take one? 11:34 - When’s a good time to take a rest day? 14:54 - Things to do at your resort on a rest day 19:15 - Hotel hopping 20:52 - Transportation options 25:10 - Other things to do on a rest day 27:11 - Don’t forget your chores! 28:06 - Should you visit other Orlando area attractions? 30:59 - 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 !
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Ep. 345 - Which Value Disney Resort is Best for Your Family?
10/30/2024
Ep. 345 - Which Value Disney Resort is Best for Your Family?
Value Resorts 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Which value Disney Resort is best for you and your family? On today’s episode Leslie and Joe compare and contrast the different value resorts to help you pick what works best for your family depending on what’s most important to you - price, convenience, theming, etc. Plus, our personal picks! Do you have a favorite Disney moderate 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) 1:51 - What are the value resorts? 7:26 - Comparing value resort pricing 8:51 - Best value resort rooms 11:52 - Transportation and convenience 15:50 - Best for large families 19:45 - Food 21:18 - Pools 23:07 - Overall theming 24:59 - Personal favorites 26:16 - 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. 344 - Will Lightning Lane Premier Pass Be Worth It?
10/23/2024
Ep. 344 - Will Lightning Lane Premier Pass Be Worth It?
Lightning Lane 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Woops! The day we released Lightning Lane Multi Pass 201 Disney announced a new product, Lightning Lane Premier Pass! So Leslie and I do a little bit of an unfiltered episode on the public feed, we discuss what we think of the new product, how negatively it may or may not affect most guests, and who it's likely aimed at. Plus, a few thoughts on Universal's Epic Universe opening date announcement. What do you think of Lightning Lane Premier Pass? 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 ! 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. 343 - Lightning Lane Multi Pass 201: Advanced Tips
10/16/2024
Ep. 343 - Lightning Lane Multi Pass 201: Advanced Tips
Lightning Lane 201 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description It’s the episode you’ve been waiting for - Lightning Lane Multi Pass 201! Leslie shares her advanced tips and tricks and we let you know how to squeeze out every last ounce of value from your Lightning Lane Multi Pass purchase. We discuss park hopping, how to handle rope drop, unlocking tiers, and a whole lot more. What are your best Lightning Lane Multi Pass tips? 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) 3:24 - Prioritize correct attractions 9:07 - What does it look like when prebooking attractions 12:33 - What order should you book attractions? 17:09 - How to unlock new rides quickly 20:40 - Balancing Lightning Lanes w/ rope drop 23:30 - Refreshing the app for new times 28:54 - How to utilize your grace periods effectively 32:02 - Park hopping strategies 33:51 - 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. 342 - Which Moderate Disney Resort is Best for Your Family?
10/09/2024
Ep. 342 - Which Moderate Disney Resort is Best for Your Family?
Best Moderate 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Which moderate Disney Resort is best for you and your family? On today’s episode Leslie and Joe compare and contrast the different moderate resorts to help you pick what works best for your family depending on what’s most important to you - price, convenience, theming, etc. Plus, our personal picks! Do you have a favorite Disney moderate 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) 1:57 - What’s a moderate resort? 5:06 - Price comparisons 7:12 - Rooms 9:01 - Transportation/convenience 13:20 - Groups and larger families 15:03 - Food 19:34 - Theming 21:32 - Personal favorites 23:52 - 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. 341 - Leslie's Fall 2024 Trip Report
10/02/2024
Ep. 341 - Leslie's Fall 2024 Trip Report
Fall 2024 Trip Report 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 [email protected] today! Episode Description Leslie’s Fall trip report. Epcot, Mears Connect, a patriotic tour, and more! Got any Disney planning tips? 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) 4:27 - Epcot 19:13 - Magic Kingdom and other stuff 29:14 - Mears Connect 33:13 - 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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