Go Informed: Build A Better Vacation

With over two dozen options, choosing the perfect Disney World hotel is a complicated decision. Find out the basics about Disney's on-site hotels, tips for how to choose where to stay, and why I think you should consider a Disney World resort for your vacation. Show notes, including a complete guide to the Disney World hotels are at GoInformed.net/59 Join me on Facebook/Instagram/Pinterest: @goinformednet

Find out what makes the Christmas season special at Universal Orlando. From giant balloons to hot butterbeer and the Whos down in Whoville there's lots to explore and discover. Get the show notes at GoInformed.net/58 Thanks for following on Facebook/Instagram/Pinterest/Twitter: @goinformednet

Dreaming of Christmas 2021 & beyond? Start planning now for your best Christmas ever! Disney World's holiday celebration begins in November and runs all the way through New Year's Day. Learn what to expect and why you should visit Disney World during the Christmas season, plus Maven shares her tips to make your vacation extra magical. Read the show notes and see the pictures at GoInformed.net/57 Thank you for subscribing and for your reviews!

Today we dive into the details of all 8 of Universal Orlando's on-site hotels. Learn about the amenities, convenience, and options between the resorts, and find out if a stay at Universal Orlando is right for you. Plus ways to save money, and tips to make the most of your time on-property! Learn more at the show notes: GoInformed.net/56 Be sure to follow me on Facebook/Instagram/Pinterest: @goinformednet

Get ready for some scary tales from the Go Informed crypt. Composed of deleted scenes from Episode 37: All About Universal Halloween Horror Nights, today's topic is extra creepy. Originally published as a Patreon bonus episode, I'm bringing you this treat for your 2020 Halloween. But beware, the discussion is not for the faint of heart. Be sure to listen to episode 37 first, to get the full story and learn whether Halloween Horror Nights is your thing. You can read all about it at GoInformed.net/HHN  

Find out how to use one-star TripAdvisor reviews to build your five-star Disney vacation. The Disney Hack joins the conversation to share one of his top travel tips on this extra-amusing episode. Visit the show notes page at GoInformed.net/54 to watch the video of this chat and see screenshots of the reviews. Feel like writing your own five-star review? Please rate and review the Go Informed Podcast wherever you're listening today. Thank you for listening and subscribing!

Find out what's changed and what hasn't as we explore Disney World during COVID-19 operations. Maven shares tips for travelers heading there now, and what to do if you decide to wait. Thanks for your reviews! Get the show notes at GoInformed.net/53.

The Go Informed Podcast is back! Let's get caught up on what's been going on in the theme parks and at Go Informed. Also, I talk about why this podcast is like a magic carpet. Thank you all for listening! Show notes at GoInformed.net/52 Got questions or an idea for a future episode? Send me a note on Facebook or Instagram.

Universal Orlando has re-opened! Find out what to expect and get Maven's top tips for visiting the Universal parks during COVID-19. Show notes at GoInformed.net/51 Thanks for listening, and for your reviews! Don't forget to follow on social: @goinformednet

The Disney Hack joins me for episode 50 and we compare Disney World to Disneyland. Which destination is right for your next Disney vacation? Find out here. Thank you all for supporting me through 50 episodes - you guys are awesome! Complete show notes at GoInformed.net/50 Check out TheDisneyHack.com!

Lots of exciting changes are coming to Epcot over the next couple of years. If you're visiting Disney World in 2020, you've got some new things to explore, as well as a lot of construction to dodge. Find out about all the changes at Epcot and what to expect next time you visit. Show notes at GoInformed.net/49 Thank you for your reviews and your support at Patreon.com/GoInformed

The Skyliner gondola is a great new transportation option at Disney World. Find out where it goes and why you should give it a try! Complete show notes at GoInformed.net/48. Thank you for your reviews!

At last Maven tells her story about opening day at Disney World's Rise of the Resistance! Find out what it was like to be one of the first on this incredible new attraction. Plus why you need to see it for yourself, extreme rope-drop touring tips, and how to decide which Galaxy's Edge you should visit. Show notes with opening day photos at GoInformed.net/47 Support the show and get bonus episodes at Patreon.com/GoInformed.  

Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is a new roller coaster at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure. On this episode you'll find out why this thrilling addition to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is a must-see for your next Orlando vacation. Plus get my tips to help you beat the crowds and avoid the lines. Shownotes at GoInformed.net/46

I'm super excited to tell you guys about my recent visit to Star Wars Galaxy's Edge! Today you'll find out what to expect and why I think you should visit ASAP. Plus I was wrong about something very important in episode 43. Get the shownotes, including lots of photos and video, at GoInformed.net/45. Thanks for supporting the show and subscribing!

Tour Disney and Universal like a pro with these tips about rope drop. Learn what it is, why you should try it, and what to expect. Shownotes and pictures at GoInformed.net/44 Today's episode is sponsored by our Go Informed Patreon supporters! You can support the show too at Patreon.com/GoInformed. And don't forget to join the email list - GoInformed.net/Newsletter  

Disney has announced the opening dates for Star Wars Land at Disneyland and Disney World! Get my thoughts about how this will impact your visit to the Disney parks, both before and after the big opening. Plus tips for how to be among the first to see Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, or how to avoid the crowds and maybe save some money on your trip too. Get the show notes at GoInformed.net/43. Thank you Go Informed Passholders for your support! Join our community at Patreon.com/GoInformed  

Find out all about Toy Story Land at Disney World's Hollywood Studios, including advice to help you avoid the crowds at this popular WDW destination. Get the complete shownotes at GoInformed.net/42. Thank you Go Informed Passholders! Passholders get bonus episodes of the Go Informed podcast, and more. Learn how to join at Patreon.com/GoInformed

A quick announcement about the show today. Thanks for supporting Go Informed! Special thanks to the Go Informed Passholders! Get access to our exclusive Facebook group, bonus episodes of the Go Informed Podcast, and more. Learn more and join our community at GoInformed.net/passholders

Today I share one of my favorite hacks! Even if you live far from Florida and only visit Universal Orlando for a few days, an annual pass can be well worth the investment. Find out how a passholder discount can help you save money on your entire stay, upgrade to an express pass hotel, and make your return trip way more affordable. Thank you Go Informed Passholders! Passholders get access to our exclusive Facebook group, bonus episodes of the Go Informed Podcast, and more. Learn more and join our community at GoInformed.net/passholders