Geekin' On WDW | Trip Reports From A Community of Disney World Fans

On episode 140, we bring the Super Geek roundtable on to tackle a listener inspired topic on our top 5 must do’s for our next Walt Disney World vacation. New Super Geeker Paul Mancini joins Fairy Tale Concierge regulars EJ Cruz and Jennifer Galambos. * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Tell your friends about our show * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via our call in number at 860-294-4774. * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agents Brian, Susan, Jennifer or EJ at Fairy Tale Concierge  

In episode 139, Curtis finishes off the March 2016 live trip reporting with bonus time spent at the Art of Animation resort after flight cancellation.  You’ll hear all about the debacle at the airport, our lucky reservation for next flight, booking Art of Animation and our adventures with one bonus day at Walt Disney World. Highlights: *  Last hour of Epcot *  Argue about members of Quickstep; I’m right these are different performers *  End of vacation? *  Crabby momma says segment *  Recap of vacation on our walk to parking lot *  Our trip ends not… Bonus Morning coffee walk at Art of Animation *  Rafiki’s butt repair *  Story of our flight cancellation *  Getting to Art of animation on Magical Express *  Noisy resort *  Survival scenario *  2nd coffee walk on second morning *  Recap of last day *  Rain drenching *  1 drink before dinner *  Boma *  Magic kingdom half day *  Ariel Fantasyland *  Columbia Harbor house for lunch *  A couple Momma says tips *  See if we read our names a end of Small World * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Tell your friends about our show * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via our call in number at 860-294-4774. * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agents Brian, Susan, Jennifer or EJ at Fairy Tale Concierge

In episode 138, we continue reviewing Holly Prine’s 8 night trip to Walt Disney World.  This is part 2 of 2 part episode. Finish up Day 6 Finish up with Lion King, Harambe Nights, Night time Safari Day 7 Had a photographer come take family pics at Poly Ohana breakfast Spent afternoon/evening in World Showcase Met Anna and Elsa at the Sommerhus Rode Frozen Ever After Penelope was serenaded and interviewed at Voices of Liberty Dinner at Biergarten Day 8 Four Parks One Day Challenge A show, ride, snack, icon photo, Mickey meet, and pressed penny in each park Started in MK Main Street Trolley Show Peoplemover Mickey Rice Crispie treat from confectionary Met Talking Mickey On the bus to AK, we met a family doing the same challenge, in the same order we had planned. We are ending our day with an Illuminations fireworks cruise and the cost covers ten people, so we invite them to join us. AK Flights of Wonder, my husband got picked to let the bird steal his dollar Triceratop Spin Egg rolls from Yak and Yeti Met Mickey at Adventurers outpost HS MuppetVision 3D Great Movie Ride Carrot Cake Cookie Sorcerer Mickey Epcot Illuminations Spaceship Earth Cronut Met Mickey during dinner at Garden Grill Met up with our new friends at the International Gateway and walked to the Beach Club Marina for the cruise. It was incredible. Day 9 Magic Kingdom Penelope got her Jungle Cruise Skipper license Be Our Guest lunch Move It Shake It Dance Party Silhouettes in Liberty Square Festival of Fantasy from Frontierland Mailed some postcards back home with the Magic Kingdom postmark Then we had to say see ya real soon to the castle and head home. Outtro: * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Tell your friends about our show * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via our call in number at 860-294-4774. * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agents Brian, Susan, Jennifer or EJ at Fairy Tale Concierge

In episode 137, we have a fabulous chat with Holly Prine about her amazing 8 nights of a packed itinerary of so much fun at Disney World including a stay at the Polynesian Resort, Disneybounding, Family Magic Tour and night time at AK.  This is part 1 of 2 episodes with the second part coming next week. Day 0 Drive from Texas story Day 1 Check in at Poly and dinner at Ohana Day 2 Epcot Met Joy and Sadness Soarin around the World Met Baymax Dinner at Coral Reef Hopped to MK for late night magic hours Day 3 Animal Kingdom Rafiki’s Planet Watch Finding Nemo Jungle Book Alive with Magic Everest and Kali River Rapids multiple times Day 4 Rope drop Magic Kingdom Dressed in Alice in Wonderland outfits Rode teacups with Mad Hatter Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Small World Astro Orbiter Tea Party with Alice and Mad Hatter Hopped to Hollywood Studios for the evening Beauty and the Beast Met Olaf 50’s Prime Time Cafe Star Wars A Galactic Spectacular fireworks Day 5 Pre park opening Crystal Palace reservation Dressed in Peter Pan Disneybounds Empty Main Street photos Crystal Palace breakfast Met Tinkerbell and Peter Pan Family Magic Tour Dinner at Tony’s Town Square on the patio for Main Street Electrical Parade Penelope and I watched Wishes and went through the long queue for Mine Train, my husband and the oldest two conquered all the mountains (space, splash, big thunder)

In episode 136, we reminisce with Carrie and Tony McDaniel about their couples only 20th wedding anniversary trip to Walt Disney World. Warning:  Don’t listen on an empty stomach Highlights: * Port Orleans French Quarter, * Polynesian DVC * Yachtsman Steakhouse * Be Our Guest breakfast * California Grill * Boathouse * New Soarin’ review * Frozen Ever After * Pandora beads = Beer budget * Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar Outtro: * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Tell your friends about our show * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via our call in number at 860-294-4774. * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agents Brian, Susan, Jennifer or EJ at Fairy Tale Concierge Thanks for going Geekin on wdw with us! Have a magical day and I hope all your dreams come true!    

In episode 135, Momma and Curtis spend their last day of the March 2016 trip in EPCOT in the World Showcase.  We thought this was our last day…stay tuned to next live trip reporting episode. * Last day at Epcot and we go right at World Showcase * Get new flower pot mug replaced * English pub * Trad-Nation band Canada pavilion * France pavilion – Momma rates Rose slushy vs. Lime Margaritas * Japan pavilion and Momma almost passes out * Momma describes the Beach Club Villa resort and compares with BWV * Lunch at Beaches & Cream – we describe our meal * Somebody cuts the cheese at Beaches and Cream * Talk about the buses that used to service the International Gateway area * Finish with a Quickstep performance at the UK pavilion. Outtro: * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Tell your friends about our show * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via our call in number at 860-294-4774. * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agents Brian, Susan, Jennifer or EJ atFairy Tale Concierge Thanks for going Geekin on wdw with us! Have a magical day and I hope all your dreams come true!

In episode 134, Curtis and Lindsay chat with Jodi Porcu about her upcoming family trip to Port Orleans French Quarter and our community involvement. Jodi suddenly lost her husband last October after they already began planning for their Anniversary trip to Walt Disney World.  It’s her young children’s first trip to Disney World.  We’re reaching out to our Geekin’ Family to help with Bippity Boppity Boutique expenses. Join us on this fantastic great cause! Contribute with our PayPal link. Outtro: * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Tell your friends about our show * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via our call in number at 860-294-4774. * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agents Brian, Susan, Jennifer or EJ at Fairy Tale Concierge Thanks for going Geekin on wdw with us! Have a magical day and I hope all your dreams come true!      

In episode 133, we gather our Super Geek Mom’s to review tips traveling to WDW with little kids. Thanks to EJ Cruz, Jennifer Galambos and Melissa Grover for coming on the podcast. Community shout out: I recently welcomed two new listeners to the Facebook group Katrina Nortz Kate Sewell Outtro: * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Tell your friends about our show * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via SpeakPipe on our website @ GeekinOnWDW.com * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agents Brian, Susan, Jennifer or EJ at Fairy Tale Concierge Thanks for going Geekin on wdw with us.  have a magical day and I hope all your dreams come true!  

Highlights * One bonus day at Epcot * Walk in talk * Talking to CM’s at Figment * Review of what we did in Ft Meyers * Joffreys Coffee and cinnamon bun * AP print and are we married? * CM hears us arguing and gives us two prints * Cartoon shorts pre-show * Bathroom and Club Cool * Bird and fish story * Test Track * Checking out Chevy cars Today’s episode is sponsored by four of our good friends with Fairy Tale Concierge Travel Agency!   Fairy Tale Concierge is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner Agency. I’m really excited to recommend Brian Wahl, Susan Jones, Jennifer Galambos and EJ Cruz to you because when you book your Disney World vacation with them you’re going to get a professional travel agent with: * Vast knowledge and experience with Disney World * They’ll handle your bookings of resort and dining reservations * They’ll help you with your itinerary and they’ll help you with any discounts that Disney is offering * They’re going to give you individual attention to meet your specific needs * Best of all, they’re services are free to you. Get all the details on our sponsor page where you can get their contact information.

In episode 131, we take the show on the road to Auntie Judy’s house to eat, drink and talk about our March trips past and future. Momma, Lindsay and Curtis go over to Super Geeker Judy Ludwig’s house and review our March 2016 trip as well as some talk about our next trip we’re planning.  We played some trivia pursuit Disney edition and a really fun game on Judy’s iPhone called Disney Heads Up. Get ready to go to our Laughing Place. Today’s episode is sponsored by four of our good friends with Fairy Tale Concierge Travel Agency!   Fairy Tale Concierge is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner Agency. I’m really excited to recommend Brian Wahl, Susan Jones, Jennifer Galambos and EJ Cruz to you because when you book your Disney World vacation with them you’re going to get a professional travel agent with: * Vast knowledge and experience with Disney World * They’ll handle your bookings of resort and dining reservations * They’ll help you with your itinerary and they’ll help you with any discounts that Disney is offering * They’re going to give you individual attention to meet your specific needs * Best of all, they’re services are free to you. Get all the details on our sponsor page where you can get their contact information.

In episode 130, Curtis and Lindsay bring expert Super Geekers Jeff McCartney and Nicholas Maglio on to cover our top 5 favorite lounges.  There’s lots of bonus coverage of all our favorite lounges, bars, drinks and food on Disney World property. Some of the lounges covered include: * Jock Lindsay’s * Trader Sam’s * Tambu * …and so many more… Today’s episode is sponsored by four of our good friends with Fairy Tale Concierge Travel Agency!   Fairy Tale Concierge is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner Agency. I’m really excited to recommend Brian Wahl, Susan Jones, Jennifer Galambos and EJ Cruz to you because when you book your Disney World vacation with them you’re going to get a professional travel agent with: * Vast knowledge and experience with Disney World * They’ll handle your bookings of resort and dining reservations * They’ll help you with your itinerary and they’ll help you with any discounts that Disney is offering * They’re going to give you individual attention to meet your specific needs * Best of all, they’re services are free to you. Get all the details on our sponsor page where you can get their contact information.

In episode 129, the roundtable gang chats with Super Geeker Brian Wahl to review his family’s June trip to Port Orleans – French Quarter. Roundtable Guests: Susan Jones, EJ Cruz, Jennifer Galambos and Brian Wahl from Fairy Tale Concierge Big Announcement!  Our 4 Fairy Tale Concierge Travel Agents are now the official Travel Agency of Geekin’ On WDW podcast! Why I love this sponsorship: * Organic * I joked about it on our last roundtable show with EJ * We all met through the podcast * This is so win – win – win * I love promoting the endeavors of our Geekin’ family * They offer a great service at no cost to our listeners * I can give our listeners a trusted resource to make their vacations great Highlights: * Port Orleans French Quarter * French Quarter vs. Riverside * TouringPlans.com * Pixie Dust – Park Hoppers upgrade and 3 fast passes for anything * Bippity Boppity Boo Boutique * French Beignets * Food disappointments * Mickey Bars * Old Soarin’ * Learning opportunities for kids and great family moments * Teppan Edo * Cronut with ice cream * Animal Kingdom at night * Rude people * Kona * Free Citrus Swirl * Splash Mtn fun * Trip Tips * Long unscripted bonus time Outtro: * How to support our show? * Tell a friend about our show and invite them to our community! * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Patreon.com * BlueHost.com affiliate link * Book your trip with one of our Fairy Tale Concierge travel agents – Susan, EJ, Jenn or Brian. * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via SpeakPipe on our website @ GeekinOnWDW.com  

In episode 128, the live trip reporting continues from our March 2016 trip including a walk and enjoyment of World Showcase on a Sunday afternoon. * Mexican pavilion and boat ride * Momma purchase Leila in Norway pavilion * World Showcase stroll and talk * Movie soundtrack from French pavilion Outtro: * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Patreon.com * BlueHost.com affiliate link * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via SpeakPipe on our website @ GeekinOnWDW.com * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agent geeks and friends.

In episode 127, we talk with Super Geeker Glen Kessler about his Father/Son trip including camping, Pop Century and great bonding time. Community shout out: Clay Greene and Cliff Barnes made me aware of Margarita Kiosk closing today. Melissa Grover posted on our FaceBook group – French Quarter or Riverside? Highlights of Trip: * Camping in Fort Wilderness * Resort Loop fun * Lobster roll at Contempo * Pressed penny collecting * Tent late getting to Fort Wilderness/Rain * Leaking tent in rain * Move to Pop Century * Baymax greeting * “I gotta pee!” incident * Margarita Anniversary toast to us * Commando Magic Kingdom * Tip: You can take Pop Century or Art of Animation bus if you’re staying at those resorts * Skipper Canteen review * Hollywood Studios and Jedi Training * Jawa trading * BBQ at Hollywood Studios * Special bonding moments * Sword and Stone fun Outtro: * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Patreon.com * BlueHost.com affiliate link * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via SpeakPipe on our website @ GeekinOnWDW.com * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agent geeks and friends.  

In episode 126, Live trip reporting continues including a trip to the Aquarium at the Living Seas, feeding fish and turtles, Mexican pavilion 11am Margaritas and our live meet up with some listeners. * Nemo –  walk through entrance * Aquarium * Feeding fish and turtles; talking to CM’s * Mexican pavilion ordering * Lindsay Periscope talking * Heather Brainerd, Castro’s and Kevin Curtis Allen get shout outs; We FaceTime Kevin as he enjoys his margarita * Curtis teaches a guest what a podcast is * Judy and Erika join the fun Outtro: * How to support our show? * Retweet on Twitter or Share our Facebook episode postings; Best way * Go to iTunes and give us a fun, fantastic review * Patreon.com * BlueHost.com affiliate link * Have a question or idea for us?  The best part about podcasting and our show are the friends we meet and the ideas we share * Join our Facebook community by liking our Facebook page and friending me * Email me at curt.stone@GeekinOnWDW.com * Direct message me @GeekinOnWDW on Twitter * Leave us a voice recording via SpeakPipe on our website @ GeekinOnWDW.com * If you’re planning a WDW vacation, use our travel agent geeks and friends.