To The Mouse And Back

Hear all about Kristina's trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Pop Century! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * Kristina said that she found a lot of great information on Disney's Guest Services site (https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/hearing-disabilities-services/) to prepare for her trip Do you have a Disney World or Disneyland trip coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod) and follow me on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mouseandbackpod/)! https://wdwprepschool.com/virtual-queue-rise-of-the-resistance/

Hear all about how Mackenzie helps plan trips in this unprecedented and unpredictable time! Mackenzie is my travel agent, and I asked her for a tl;dr version of how to plan a Disney trip these days and to help understand what has changed, and as always, she was super helpful! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * More details about reopening dates for the Disney resorts that haven't reopened yet (https://www.disneytouristblog.com/2021-disney-world-hotel-reopening-dates/) * Great overview of character experiences that are currently available (https://wdwprepschool.com/reopening/disney-world-cavalcades-and-characters/) * How to find Mackenzie: on Instagram (http://instagram.com/dreamsmagicadventure), Facebook (http://facebook.com/dreamsmagicadventure), and at the About the Memories Travel (http://www.aboutthememoriestravel.com/) site

Hear all about Katie's trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Art of Animation! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * Heads up that the boarding process for Rise of the Resistance (https://wdwprepschool.com/virtual-queue-rise-of-the-resistance/) has changed since last year, so be sure you're familiar with the new process before you go! Do you have a Disney World or Disneyland trip coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod) and follow me on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mouseandbackpod/)! https://wdwprepschool.com/virtual-queue-rise-of-the-resistance/

After a brief almost a year hiatus, I'm back :) Thanks for your patience during the dumpster fire that the last year has been! Do you have a Disney World or Disneyland trip coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod) and follow me on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mouseandbackpod/)!

Hear all about Sara's family trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Beach Club! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * Good information for people who aren't familiar with pin trading (https://www.disneytouristblog.com/pin-trading/) * It might be different next year, but the Festival of the Arts (https://wdwprepschool.com/disney-world-parks/epcot/special-events/festival-of-the-arts/) was great and totally worth the time! * It's not available right now, but hopefully once things calm down, Club Level accomodations (https://wdwprepschool.com/disney-club-level/) will be available again soon Do you have a Disney World or Disneyland trip coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod) and follow me on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mouseandbackpod/)!

Hear all about my family trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Disney's Riviera Resort! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * If you need anything while you're at the park, be on the lookout for the blue umbrella's with the Guest Experience Team (https://mouseearsforeveryone.com/?p=736)! * I highly recommend Kids Nite Out (http://kidsniteout.com) if you need an in room babysitter on your trip. * Definitely check out the Epcot Experience (https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/10/a-closer-look-walt-disney-imagineering-presents-the-epcot-experience/) if you have some time to swing by! * We ate a lot of great food on this trip, like the s'mores cookie (https://www.popsugar.com/food/Disney-World-Smores-Cookies-Art-Animation-Resort-45970748) at Art of Animation, the cinnamon roll (https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2016/08/16/onthelist-cinnamon-roll-at-gastons-tavern-in-disney-worlds-magic-kingdom/) at Gaston's Tavern, the fruit and nutella waffle (https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2017/07/27/fyi-the-nutella-w

Hear from me and three of my Disney-est friends to talk about why we're excited about Disney (and refuse to get caught up in the anxiety and "what ifs" right now)! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * Defunctland (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVo63lbKHjC04KqYhwSZ_Pg) is a "YouTube series discussing the history of extinct theme park and themed entertainment experiences" * Rob Plays (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwdSV9iAybdQ1r5kcLcvsRw) is another great Disney youtube channel * Please go follow Joe Rohde (https://www.instagram.com/joerohde/) on Instagram, especially if you love Animal Kingdom * If you miss Disney at home, you should definitely make some Disney recipes, like the Garden Grill Sticky Buns (https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2015/08/recipe-chips-sticky-bun-bake-from-garden-grill-restaurant-at-epcot/) or some Mickey Waffles (https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/how-to-make-mickey-waffles-at-home/) (especially if you're making mini-waffles using this Mickey waffle maker (https://www.shopd

Hear all about Tracy's family trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Coronado Springs! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * More info about the Play Disney Parks app functionality (https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/attractions/hollywood-studios/star-wars-galaxys-edge-play-app/) available in Galaxy's Edge * The Cheshire Cat Tail (https://www.themouseforless.com/blog_world/2017/08/snack-spotlight-cheshire-cat-tail-cheshire-cafe/) at Cheshire Cafe is a great use of a snack credit, and super yummy! (I also recommend a Wonderland Slushy if they're still available when you're there!) * A good overview of what Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom (https://wdwprepschool.com/how-sorcerers-of-the-magic-kingdom-works/) is * You can find Tracy's favorite cinnamon roll at Kusafiri (https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/animal-kingdom/kusafiri-coffee-shop-and-bakery/) at Animal Kingdom! Do you have a Disney World or Disneyland trip coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" pag

Hear all about Andrea's family trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Saratoga Springs! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * They ate dinner at Jaleo in Disney Springs (https://www.jaleo.com/location/jaleo-disney-springs/), and if you don't know much about the chef José Andrés, he's a pretty (https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/after-hurricane-mar-chef-jose-andr-s-fed-puerto-rico-n977271) cool (https://www.fastcompany.com/90410011/jose-andres-is-raising-50-million-to-take-his-revolutionary-post-disaster-food-operation-to-the-next-level) guy (https://thehill.com/changing-america/resilience/natural-disasters/483894-jose-andres-nonprofit-is-feeding-the-passengers). * Did you know you can use Resort Airline Check In (https://wdwprepschool.com/how-resort-airline-check-in-at-disney-world-works/) even if you aren't using Magical Express? It's a pretty cool service. Do you have a Disney World or Disneyland trip coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find ou

Hear all about Penney's Run Disney trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Port Orleans Riverside! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * If you want to find rooms that sleep 5 (and thus have the small bed that folds out from the wall), you can check out this list. (https://wdwprepschool.com/resorts-for-families-of-5-at-disney-world-from-least-to-most-expensive/) * Did you know that all 4 parks have a Starbucks somewhere? Here's some info on how to find them. (https://wdwprepschool.com/starbucks-at-disney-world/) * The Behind the Seeds (https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/behind-the-seeds/) tour at the Land Pavilion at Epcot is a great option for a short and inexpensive tour. Do you have a Disney World or Disneyland trip coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod) and follow me on instagram (https://www.insta

A quick update to let you know that To the Mouse and Back is on Instagram now! Please follow me here (https://www.instagram.com/mouseandbackpod/) on Instagram! Do you have a Disney World or Disneyland trip coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter too! (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod)

Hear all about Julie's family trip to Walt Disney World, staying at the Polynesian, the Dolphin and the Yacht Club! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * Here's some great info if you're Interested in staying Club Level or learning more about purchasing additional fastpasses (https://wdwprepschool.com/disney-club-level/)! * The Fruit and Nutella Waffle (https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2012/08/28/review-nutella-waffle-sandwich-in-magic-kingdom-park/) is far and away my favorite snack at Disney World! * Here's how to book the Grand One Yacht (https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/recreation/specialty-cruises/) if you're interested in a quiet cruise around the lagoon * Adding a "personality chip" (https://disneyparksmomspanel.disney.go.com/question/dose-droid-personality-406556/) is a fun way to customize your droids that you build in Galaxy's Edge! * You can find the collapsible umbrella stroller (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DWHV524/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GV6bEb7MQE8C0) they used on Amazon or other sites Travel

Hear all about Naseem's trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Port Orleans French Quarter and The Swan! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * The animal puppets at Animal Kingdom (https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2019/11/09/um-the-new-holiday-puppets-in-disneys-animal-kingdom-are-the-cutest/) over the holidays were adorable! * Tangerine Cafe (https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/tangierine-cafe/) is the name of the quick service restaurant in Morocco in Animal Kingdom Do you have a Disney World, Disneyland or Disney Cruise vacation coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter too! (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod)

Hear all about Jessie's trip to Walt Disney World and Universal, staying at Pop Century! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * Great information about riding Rise of the Resistance (https://wdwprepschool.com/virtual-queue-rise-of-the-resistance/) in January while Disney is using boarding groups * Some tips for riding ROTR (https://wdwprepschool.com/rise-of-the-resistance-tips/) Do you have a Disney World, Disneyland or Disney Cruise vacation coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter too! (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod)

Hear all about Lauren H's trip to Walt Disney World, staying at All Star Movies! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * Definitely try the Macaroni and Cheese at Eight Spoon Cafe (http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2017/03/20/news-and-review-three-baked-mac-and-cheeses-at-eight-spoon-cafe/)! * Head to the less busy areas of Animal Kingdom for some good Photopass options, including one in the Tree of Life Garden (https://wdwnt.com/2019/04/photos-tree-of-life-garden-trail-reopens-after-refurbishment-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/), behind the Tree of Life * The Lantern photopass location (https://allears.net/2019/03/31/the-best-photopass-opportunities-in-walt-disney-world/) is a unique photo opportunity in the Magic Kingdom * Galaxy's Edge has some great Photopass options (http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2019/08/27/new-photopass-opportunities-announced-for-star-wars-galaxys-edge-in-disneys-hollywood-studios/)! Do you have a Disney World, Disneyland or Disney Cruise vacation coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (

Hear all about Ann's trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Port Orleans French Quarter and Port Orleans Riverside! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * Mission Space: which color is which?! (https://allears.net/2018/11/11/your-guide-to-selecting-the-orange-or-green-version-of-epcots-mission-space/) * Galaxy's Edge has some great Photopass options (http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2019/08/27/new-photopass-opportunities-announced-for-star-wars-galaxys-edge-in-disneys-hollywood-studios/)! * Details about scheduling fastpasses with party tickets at Magic Kingdom (https://wdwprepschool.com/disney-world-parks/magic-kingdom/special-events/mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/) * You or your kids can Pick a Pearl in Epcot! (https://www.tripsavvy.com/pick-a-pearl-in-epcot-japan-1513369) * Some pictures of the new security fence going up at Epcot (https://blogmickey.com/2019/10/epcot-monorail-station-double-security-screening-annoyance-to-be-fixed-soon/) to make the monorail security process easier * Here are the ra

Hear all about Melanie's family trip to Walt Disney World, staying off-property at the Marriott Harbour Lake! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * The resort where they stayed was Marriott Habour Lake (https://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-photos/mcoho-marriotts-harbour-lake/) * Families with people with special needs should check out the Disability Access Service pass (https://wdwprepschool.com/guide-to-disability-access-service-das-at-disney-world/) as well as other accomodations Disney provides to those who need it * The "lantern picture" (https://allears.net/2019/03/31/the-best-photopass-opportunities-in-walt-disney-world/) is a great unique photo opportunity! * Here's some more information about staying Club Level at Disney (https://wdwprepschool.com/disney-club-level/) if you want to splurge a bit on your next trip Do you have a Disney World, Disneyland or Disney Cruise vacation coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me yo

Hear all about Amy's trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Coronado Springs! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * If you're interested in DVC, you can take a tour (https://disneyvacationclub.disney.go.com/preview-center/) at Saratoga Springs * People really like the Night Blossum drink at Animal Kingdom (https://www.delish.com/food-news/videos/a53429/night-blossom-drink-pandora-world-avatar/) * If you're celebrating something at Disney, be sure to pick up buttons (https://www.wdwinfo.com/celebration-buttons.htm) at your resort or at Guest Relations! Do you have a Disney World, Disneyland or Disney Cruise vacation coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter too! (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod)

Hear all about Noël's trip to Walt Disney World, staying at Coronado Springs! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * The TVs at Coronado Springs are interactive (https://www.laughingplace.com/w/articles/2019/07/08/disney-world-debuts-new-interactive-tv-will-include-disney/) now, and eventually the rest of the resorts will have these too! * How to get a Disney gift card for declining Mousekeeping (https://wdwprepschool.com/how-declining-housekeeping-services-at-disney-world-can-earn-you-some-extra-cash/) (note: this is only available at Value and Moderate resorts, not deluxe resorts) * More info about the dog tags you can purchase in the park (https://disneyparksmomspanel.disney.go.com/question/anywhere-disneyworld-properties-buy-dog-tag-puppywe-273332/) * This cookie (http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2018/04/04/get-this-cookie-now-at-polite-pig-in-disney-springs/) is why Polite Pig had such a long line that afternoon * More info about using Fuel Rods (https://wdwprepschool.com/tech-tips-for-disney-world-trip

Hear all about my family's Alaskan cruise on the Norwegian Jewel on Norwegian Cruise Line! Links to info mentioned in this episode: * More info about what Freestyle Dining (http://suzycruisy.vacationport.net/default.asp?pid=8609&sid=466) means * The train ride we took in Skagway (https://wpyr.com/excursions/product/summit-excursion/) - it was beautiful! Do you have a Disney World, Disneyland or Disney Cruise vacation coming up? Head over to my "Submit a Trip (http://www.tothemouseandback.com/submit)" page to find out how to send me your trip info! It's super easy, I promise. Come talk to me on twitter too! (https://twitter.com/mouseandbackpod)