WDW Beyond The Gates Podcast

In episode 2 of the Addicted To DVC Podcast Gary talks about his most recent stay at Walt Disney World. He did a split stay starting at the Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge. We talk mainly about the Resort and his dining. We end on check-out day as he heads over to Disney's Beach Club Villas. Thanks for listening and welcome home!!! 0:00 Introduction 7:13 Arrival into MCO and check-in at Boulder Ridge 17:45 Dinner at 1900 Park Fare and Magic Kingdom 24:03 Breakfast at Tusker House and Disney's Animal Kingdom Park 29:16 Disney's Hollywood Studios and dinner at Artist Point 36:15 Dinner at Steakhouse 71 and Magic Kingdom 41:00 The Wonders of the Lodge Tour and check-out 44:51 Wrap-Up Support the Show Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com) Helpful Links Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

On this week's episode, Mike and Gary will discuss our top places to visit to use snack credits while on the Disney Dining Plan. You'll want to listen in if value and/or overall selections are important. Thanks for listening. 0:00 Introduction 6:46 #5 Best place to use a snack credit 9:40 #4 Best place to use a snack credit 13:38 #3 Best place to use a snack credit 17:16 #2 Best place to use a snack credit 21:16 #1 Best place to use a snack credit 25:11 Honorable Mentions 39:26 Wrap-Up Support the Show Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com) Helpful Links Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg) Social media (@wdwbtg)

Welcome to episode 1 of the Addicted to DVC Podcast. Mike and Gary introduce themselves and answer some general Disney-related questions. We finish with a case study regarding which is better... a 2-bedroom lock-off or dedicated at Saratoga Springs for two families staying together. Thanks for listening and welcome home!!! 0:00 Introduction 3:54 Getting to know Mike and Gary 13:55 When we both first considered buying into DVC 19:15 Some things we want to cover in the podcast 22:33 Case Study: Is a 2-Bedroom Lock-Off or Dedicated better for a two-family stay? 26:55 Wrap-Up Support the Show Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com) Helpful Links Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

Do you travel to Walt Disney World with kids who tend to melt-down a few times on your vacation? In this week's episode Gary shares his tips and tricks to limit melt-downs for kids and adults alike. From consistent meal times to purchasing the maximum day ticket available, he has you covered. Thanks for listening. 0:00 Introduction 8:00 Traveling with Kids at Walt Disney World 8:55 Scheduling Dining Reservations in advance 12:39 When the kids indicate they are done GO BACK TO YOUR RESORT 15:38 POOL TIME!!!! 17:20 Allow sleeping-in when necessary 22:00 Disney is very slow 32:33 Buy the maximum amount of day's for your ticket option AND add the Park Hopper 39:26 Wrap-Up Support the Show Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com) Helpful Links Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg) Social media (@wdwbtg)

In this week's episode, Mike and Gary are back from Walt Disney World and will discuss all things Disney Dining Plan. We break it down for a family of four and a couple with no kids. Was it worth it financially and what were Mike and Gary's Return On Investment (ROI)? Thanks for listening. 0:00 Introduction 6:46 Gary's (Family of Four) Use of the Disney Dining Plan 36:35 Gary's Return On Investment 38:10 Mike's (Couple With No Kids) Use of the Disney Dining Plan 40:30 Mike's Return On Investment 50:25 Wrap-Up Support the Show Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com) Helpful Links Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg) Social media (@wdwbtg)

In this week's episode, Mike and Gary are going to help you stay cool at Walt Disney World. Whether its certain attractions or not so obvious spots, we have you covered. Thanks for listening. 0:00 Introduction 10:28 Way's to Stay Cool 41:26 Wrap-Up Support the Show Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will supporting a small business.(luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you....On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com) Helpful Links Check out our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@wdwbtg) Social media (@wdwbtg)