Rope Drop Radio: A Disney Travel Podcast (Rope Drop Entertainment)

Have you ever thought about leaving the family at home and doing a Walt Disney World Vacation by yourself?  Well today we talk to Taylor about what it's like to the the most magical place on earth solo.

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Pool day, dinner and more.  You can absolutly relax at Disney and today we discuss how.

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Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

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Today we welcome Jenn from WillSavefortravel.com who is going to share some tips on what to do when you are not in the park.

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or on Twitter @willsave4travel

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Today we welcome back Doug's better half, TouringPlans Destination Specalist Michelle McKnight.  They sare their amazing Disney Magic cruise through Rome and Greece.  Hear all about the 6 ports, kids, a crazy itinerary, internet issues, and more!

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Today we have 12 year old Alden McKnight.  He knows everything and is here to answer your questions.

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Full list of questions

It’s all boys in our family but my wife wants to do some girly things next trip. What can we do that my 12 & 14 year old boys won’t hate?

What is the best Snack at Disney? I’m sure you will pick the mickey bar

How do i get from Hollywood Studios to the Poly without taking a bus or car from the park?
Alden do you prefer to Rope Drop or would you rather sleep later and park close? No pressure from the dad squad!

What do you think about Rope Dropping extra magic hours or is it better to rope drop on non-extra magic hour days. (you have no park hopper)

What is your favorite time of year to visit WDW and Why?
When rope dropping starbucks at the parks, what is your goto drink?

Since the basketball court won’t be on he new ships how do you plan to spend the extra time with your dad?

Who can you ask to refill a basketball if it’s Flat?  Aqueduct or aquaDunk?   Best flavor of ice-cream on board?  Soft Serve or Mickey bar?

Do you rather have DCL trip and then WDW or Vice-Versa?  If you can’t grab 7 dwarfs FP+ which other 3 do you target for MK?

What is the best viewing location for epcot fireworks and how early must you get to the location to secure that spot?

Dole whip or Mickey Pretzel?

7 Day DCL Cruise or 7 Day at the parks?

Most embarrassing moment at disney with your dad?
Who would win in Disney trivia you mom or dad?

What is the best way to get over your embarrassment after losing a game of knock out to your mother?

What is the best strategy to use if you want to ride override at Hollywood Studios as fast as you can?

My pre-teen wants to know where is the best place at WDW or on a ship to do a TikTok

Today Doug's 9 year old daughter joins us to give her input on the Walt Disney World trip their family took without their dad.  She talks rope drops, dining, Toy Story Land hard ticket event, and what it's like to visit an urgent care on vacation.  She also dishes on her dad and what's like to not have him on vacation.

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One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is whether it's worthwhile to park hop at Walt Disney World. While it does come at an additional cost and requires some extra planning, we delve into the advantages and disadvantages of park hopping on today's episode of Rope Drop Radio.

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thanks to our 'Ohana Bread Pudding level- Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, and David Smith.

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

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Check out our spin off cruise show - @RopeDropOnDeck

Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, Kaylie Wittwer, and Chris Clark.

Today we play a little game of this or that.  Like would you rather be stuck on pirates or mansion?  And Bob Iger comes back to lead Disney.  We discuss this and more on this weeks episode.

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Book your next trip by talking to Michelle! Email her today at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

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Today we welcome on the Director of Travel Sales at TouringPlans Annette Jackson.  We discuss the next couple months with travel and cruising as well as playa little this or that.  Like would you rather have blue milk or green milk from Galaxy's Edge.

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Today we welcome back from the Disney Dish, Touring Plans, and the Unofficial Guide Len Testa.  We discuss the recent news of the termination of Magical Express and Extra Magic hours.  We also talk about how trip planning has changed during the pandemic.

For more with Len you can find him at The Disney Dish Podcast or Touringplans.com

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Did you wonder what it was like to have your family vacation during a hurricane?  To answer that we brought on Rope Drop listener Brook who was in Walt Disney World during Hurricane Irma.  She talks about her experience with the cast members, people at the park, damages, and more.  

If you are thinking of taking a magical Disney Vacation, please let Michelle McKnight plan it for you.  You can reach her directly at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

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We start today's show with a little Disney news.  Club 33 is coming to Walt Disney World.  Hear how we feel about that.  We also talk about fast passes at the Walt Disney World.  We answer a lot of questions about the strategy behind fast passes and what NOT TO DO!  Thank you for listening to Rope Drop Radio, like us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter! 

Doug and his family where at Walt Disney World when we got the news that the parks will be closing.  Today we discuss with him and Michelle on what that was like.  We also hear their review of Mickey's Runaway Railway and Regal Eagle BBQ at Epcot.  Michelle also gives a trip planning update.

Be sure to subscribe, follow us @RopeDropRadio, and visit out patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

For trip planing email Michelle.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

This week's episode Derek, recounts his family's fantastic time at Aulani. They had a great time exploring Ohou, visiting notable sites such as Pearl Harbor and the Dole Plantation, as well as checking out movie sets at Kualo Ranch, and engaging in other exciting activities. Additionally, they enjoyed a Laua at Aualni, did some amazing meals, and spent lot of time swimming.

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Today Kent Mullins from Park Escape Games and Larry Welnowski from the Disney Food Allergy group join us to play a game called Keep, Refurbish, and Replace.  We discuss all 4 Walt Disney World Theme Parks and tackle not only rides but food as well that we would love to see never change or our ideas on how to make things better.

We also talk about some recent Disney news from they new fireworks show at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party to the ticket increase over the holiday season.

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And if you'd like to take a Magical Disney Vacation please contact Michelle McKnight for all your travel needs.  You can email her today at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Derek had some one on one quality time with 10 year old daughter Olivia at Walt Disney World.  Hear all bout their trip, from new dinning, staying at the Polynesian, Guardians review, Genie plus strategies, crowd levels, and more

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Today we welcome back Kent Mullins who loves Universal Studios Florida Halloween Horror Nights.  He gives his top ten review of the the houses, shares some strategies on how to get the most in, and talks specialty food and scare zones.  If you are planing on going this October, this show is a must!

If you'd like to book a trip to Universal Studios, make sure you talk to Michelle McKnight.  You can email her at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Be sure to visit us online at WDWRopeDroppers.com

and find us on social media.  @RopeDropRadio

The big question we get alllllllll the time is.. Is Genie Plus worth it? So, today we answer that question.  We break down the cost and the "value" of it.  We also share some good and bad about it.  We give a final answer about who it is best for too.

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, and David Smith.

This week we report on our time on the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser! The Rope Drop Crew had a great time on our voyage.  We assembled a crew and took over the ship! The show starts spoiler free and we give plenty of warning when we get to the spoilers.

Support the show today www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air!

Get a quote from TouringPlans Travel

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Check out or spin off cruise show - @RopeDropOnDeck(this weeks is about the Starcruiser too)

Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, Chris Clark, and David Smith.

Toady we have some fun with another Disney Podcast playing would you rather.  Example Would you rather do a 7 Walt Disney World Vacation or a 7 Day Disney Cruise? Or would you rather do a character meal at Tusker House or Garden Grill?  Play along as we discuss some common questions we get.

We recommend you follow Part of our World Podcast online @poowpodcast   and check out their show partofourworld.podbean.com

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Ready for a Disney Vacation, then you need to talk to Michelle, email her today Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

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Disney Parks and Cruise are closing.  Doug and Michelle are at Walt Disney World right now and they share what's going on and what you can do if you have a trip booked

Contact Michelle for rebookings or future bookings at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, and Chris Clark

Today we discuss the ins and outs of 3 value resorts on Disney property, All Star Sports, Music, and Movies.  We talk about the dinning, transportation, rooms, and some tips to help you plan a better vacation from these affordable resorts.

If you'd like to stay at the All Stars let Michelle McKnight give you a FREE quote you can email her directly at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

This week we you ask and we answer! We cover all kinds of topics.

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Today's episode we relive Derek's Daddy-Kids trip and talk single-parent strategies for a Disney vacation.  From capitalizing on Fast Passes to making the most (or not) of the Dining Plan, we cover some great tips for a short trip with BIG wins for kids and grow ups alike!

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If you'd like to take a Disney Vacation get a FREE quote from Michelle, you can email her directly at Michelle.Mcknight@mei-travel.com

Disney Genie was been announced, and to answer all your questions we welcome on the Co-Athour of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World and the man in charge of Touring Plans, Len Testa.  We talk with Len about the future of fast passes and how that looks as well as some strategies and what is happening with the DAS system.

Len discusses more with the Star Wars hotel on this weeks patreon episode, check that out at www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Follow Len @LenTesta and check out is book our our website www.RopeDroppers.com

and book your next trip today by emailing Michelle@TouringPlans.com

Today we play a game of odds makers with ride master Kendall Mullens.  Like what are odds we see FastPasses you pay for before normal FastPass plus or odds we will see Ratatouille open by the end of 2020.  That and more!

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and us @RopeDropRadio

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and book a trip by contacting Michelle.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Today we start with the news, Dogs are coming to Disney World.  We discuss how that is going to affect Magical Express, Allergies, and what resorts you can bring your pets.  We also dive into the topic of taking a large group.  How to trip plan, restaurants that work with large families, and of course matching shirts!

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If you have a large family vacation you would like to take please contact Michelle for a free quote.  He can reach her directly at Michelle.McKnight@me-travel.com

Today we break down the fancy signature dining of Walt Disney World.  For this we bring on Disney guru and travel agent Alex Cenac who has experienced almost every dining option in WDW.  He gives his top 5 must does both in and out of the parks.  These are once in a lifetime restaurants and we want to make sure you choose the one perfect for you.

If you need help planning your next trip or requesting dining reservations please contact Michelle at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Also for more information about Alex you can follow him on Twitter @AJCenac 

Thank you for listening, be sure to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Subscribe and review!  

Today we discuss one of the more popular resorts at Walt Disney World, The Animal Kingdom Lodge.  We talk theming, restaurants, amenities, and of course those amazing views!  If you would like to book at stay at the Animal Kingdom Lodge or any other Disney property.  Please contact Michelle McKnight with Mei Travel.  You can email her directly at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

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Today we welcome back Disney Run master Kent Mullens who shares his strategies on how to make the most of your day at all four parks.

For more with Kent follow him @UCFKent

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Book today by emailing Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Today we are asking the hard questions like What if cover never happened, or Harry Potter Land was never built, or if Walt himself built Epcot.  Join us in our discussion and more.

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Some people like to seleep in, some people travel late, so when you get the parks after everyone else we are here to help.  

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

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Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

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Check out our spin off cruise show - @RopeDropOnDeck

Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT, and David Smith.

Today we welcome to the show, the amazing Mrs DrLupo.  She is a Harry Potter super fan and discusses with us her take on Universal Studios, Wizarding World.  We talk about riding Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey as well as Escape from Gringots.  We dive into the food options and butter beer.  Finally we share strategies on how to get all Harry Potter in and some tips to make your trip magical.

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Thinking about taking a Universal or Disney Vacation? Let Michelle McKnight plan it for you.  You can email her for a quote today Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

In todays show we review the Walt Disney Worlds Art of Animation.  We talk about the theme, rooms, pools, food, and more!  If this is a resort you are thinking about staying, then this is a podcast you need to listen too!  Please subscribe, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook, and Leave a review!

Today we are live from Walt Disney World and we discuss Epcot's Festival of the Arts.  We talk about the food options, activities for both kids and adults, and how this festival compares to other festivals at Epcot.

Also thank you to everyone entered our pin contest, we start today's show by announcing the winner!

And thank you to Lauren for becoming at Rope Drop Radio Patreon.  We'd love to have you join our group.  Visit www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio  for more information

If you'd like to visit Festival of the Arts or any of Epcot's amazing festivals, contact Michelle for all your travel planning needs.  You can email her at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

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Today we celebrate May the 4th and discuss all things Star Wars with Podcast Stardust.  We talk about Clone Wars, favorite scenes from the movies, memoirs, and of course Hollywood Studios.

Happy Star Wars Day! Please leave a review!

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And book a trip to Star Wars land with Michelle.  Email her for a free quote Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Doug and his family went to Washing DC for the Fourth of July and he shares all about it.  We discuss were to stay, museums and actives that are open, lack of dinning, and more.

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Book a trip today with Michelle@TouringPlans.com

This weeks episode we discuss Doug's recent trip to Walt Disney World.  He went down for some NFL football and followed that up with a few days at the parks.  We talk crowd levels, Galaxy's Edge, and more.

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Book your next trip with the Rope Drop Queen.  Email Michelle Today for a free quote.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

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In todays show we discuss the Magic Bands at Walt Disney World!  How to use them, questions we have answered, when to wear them, and some history behind this state of the art tech.

You asked and we answer!  

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT, and David Smith.

Universal Studios Orlando is back open!  Hear more about what they are doing to help with social distancing and cleanliness with team member Justin @WDW_413

PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW! and follow us @RopeDropRadio

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Only way day at Epcot?  Doug and Derek discuss the things you have to do!  We go around the map and give details about every attraction.

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Today's show Doug helps me plan where to stay when we just do the Magic Kingdom.  We talk about the Polynesian, Contemporary, and of course give great travel tips on how to financially add an extra Disney day!

It's a very special Rope Drop Radio as we celebrate one year of podcasting.  With Wishes leaving the Magic Kingdom we are giving our own Disney World Wishes.  We talk all sorts of fun things we would like to see added in the years to come.  Thank for listening, be sure to subscribe, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter.

Derek and Doug have been blessed to visit Walt Disney World many times over the years.  Today they are discussing what it's like to do different attractions, dinning, and resorts a second time around.  Which did better, which are we never doing again.  Find out on this weeks episode!

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Today we welcome a very special guest, Seth Kubersky the author of the Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando.  We discuss and hear a review of the newest attraction at Islands of Adventure, Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.  We then dive into the big announcement of Universals Epic Universe, rumors of lands and attractions, and when it might open.  Also because it's a Disney Podcast we of course talk about Galaxy's Edge.

Fore more information you can follow Seth @Skubersky as well as https://www.orlandoweekly.com/author/seth-kubersky

And be sure to visit our website WDWRopeDroppers.com to find a link to all the Unofficial Guides.

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Ready for a Magical Vacation?  Contact Michelle Today to start planing it.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

This week we are highlighting another travel creater Families Fly Free.  Go Check Them Out!

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

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Check out our spin off cruise show - @RopeDropOnDeck

Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, and Chris Clark

Michelle left Doug and took her two daughters on a trip to the Magic Kingdom and Universal Studios.  You get to hear all about it from both Samantha McKnight and Michelle McKnight.  We cover the new walkway, how Universal is handling Covid, new holiday stuff, and more!

Follow Michelle on all the things @RopeDropQueen and follow us @RopeDropRadio

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Thank you to Joe from www.BackToTheMouse.com and book a trip by emailing Michelle today at Michelle@Touringplans.com

Doug and Michelle just got off the Disney Wish, Disney Cruise Lines NEWEST Ship.  Hear all about the dinning, pools, kids club, and Shows!  You will want to book a cruise after this episode and to do that visist www.TouringPlans.com/Travel and click the Rope Drop Radio

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Some random questions we answer on this weeks episode

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

Follow us on social media - @RopeDropRadio

Check out our spin off cruise show - @RopeDropOnDeck

Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT, and David Smith.

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

Follow us on social media - @RopeDropRadio

Check out our spin off cruise show - @RopeDropOnDeck

Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, Kaylie Wittwer, and Chris Clark.

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

This week we are highlighting another travel creater Families Fly Free.  Go Check Them Out!

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

Follow us on social media - @RopeDropRadio

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, and Chris Clark

Is it safe to Vacation?  Is it still Magical?  We answer these questions and share stories from our trip last week to Walt Disney World.  We discuss with Michelle travel strategies, dinning experiences, social distancing,  and more.  In the end you need to go this year!

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Today we are talking about two interactive games you can find at Walt Disney World.  First we discuss how to become a Galactic Hero on Buzz Lightyears Space Ranger Spin at the Magic Kingdom.  We then cover the strategies of Toy Story Mania over at Hollywood Studios.  If you want to beat your family and friends, then listen to us, two certified Galactic Heroes!

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If you'd like to play these games, then you'll need to book at trip to Walt Disney World.  For all your travel needs contact Michelle today.  You can email her at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

We finally made it to the Animal Kingdom.  Today we go around the park and share what attracations you must do, the ones you should do, and the don't even think about it just skip it attractions.

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Today we Talk about Rope Drop From Off Site!

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Welcome Back Doug and Michelle!  They just spent a few days with two of their kids at Walt Disney World for Spring Break.  Hear how the crowds are back, Lightning Lane Stratgies, were they stayed, and more!

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Derek and his family just back from a week long stay at Walt DIsney World.  Hear all about their trip from where they stayed, a dinning mistake, Tron review, and more.

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, Chris Clark, and David Smith.

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

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This week we are highlighting another travel creater Families Fly Free.  Go Check Them Out!

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, Kaylie Wittwer, and Chris Clark

Today we welcome Author, Podcaster, and former castmember Christine Fox.  We discuss how to keep a keto diet while dining at Walt Disney World.  We also talk some Disney park resolutions we have for 2020, and we also hear some great stories from Christine's time as a castmember.

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In today's episode we discuss the the ins and outs of being an Annual Pass holder to Walt Disney World.  If you are planning on going multiple times a year this option might be right for you.  Thank you for listening to Rope Drop Radio.  Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

Christmas is coming and today we discuss what's new and what happens at Walt Disney World during the holiday season.  We talk where you can find Santa, specical holiday overlays, a resturant that is finally back, and more.

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• book with T&C. You will get a set of custom luggage tags, rope drop magnet, and a trip sticker.

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT, and David Smith.

Today we welcome back castmember Matt and discuss all the low key tips you can find at Hollywood Studios.

If your looking to FindMatt @navy1990

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

This week we are highlighting another travel creater Families Fly Free.  Go Check Them Out!

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, and Chris Clark

Derek and his wife Madison spent 6 nights at Walt Disney World celebrating their 12 years of marriage.  What do you do when you go without kids, find out on this weeks episode.   Leave a review and you could win!

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Today we debate the age old question.  Should I book a cruise with Disney or Royal Caribbean.  And to help us answer that question we bring on Michelle McKnight who has been on a dozen cruises between the two lines.  She'll compare food, prices, room size, and more.  If you are debating between one or the other, this show is for you!

If you'd like to book a Royal Caribbean or Disney Cruise please let Michelle give you a FREE quote!  You can email her at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

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Located just outside the Magic Kingdom is the beautiful Contemporary Resort.  In todays episode we talk about this wonderful hotel.  From the pools and rooms to transportation and of course Chef Mickeys.  If you ever want to visit The Contemporary resort listen to our review! 

Today we step away from Disney and discuss some other trips we have taken recently.  These non Disney trips explain why we love going to Walt Disney World so often.  

And no matter where you are going, it's worth an email to see if Michelle can help you book.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Check out our website wdwropedroppers.com

Today we discuss Derek's recent trip to Palm Springs and Disneyland.  We talk where he stayed including a hotel linked to meth, as well as going to Newport beach, and all things Disneyland.

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Today we welcome to show from Backtothemouse.com Joseph Kaplan, who discusses his recent Disney Cruise and trip to Walt Disney World.  He gives us a review of Swan and Dolphin and Flower and Garden.  

If you'd like a free quote on a Disney vacation contact Michelle Mcknight today, you can email her directly at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

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Want to sleep in on your Walt Disney World vacation? Maybe you fly in and want to hit the parks after they open.  Or you you hop late in the day and want ot make the most out of it.  We share the best reverse Rope Dropping Strategies on this weeks episode!

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First Shout out to our NEW Patreons Elizabeth and Matt!  We would greatly appreciate your supports as we continue to grow.  Visit our patreon site www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Today we go EPIC and to do that we bring on Kristina and Kelli from Epic Disney Escape.  They do all sorts of crazy challenges at Walt Disney World and we talk about the best ones.  

If you want to become epic you can join the group on facebook 

Also on twitter and instagram @EpicDisneyEscape

And if you'd like to take a magical Disney Vacation, contact Michelle, she'll get you an Epic Deal email her today: Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

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That's right we are talking Virtual Reality on Derek's Oculus 2 Headset.  Hear all about his review of the new Star Wars game as well as the older Vader Immortal Series.

Thank you to our sponsors www.BackToTheMouse.com and Book a Trip Today by emailing Michelle at Michelle@TouringPlans.com

Today we answer some would you rather questions with Alex from Second Dad to the Right.  Like, would you rather stay at Coronado or Port Orleans Riverside.

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And find him on instagram or Facebook

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT, and David Smith.

What makes your blood boil at a Disney Park?  Line cutters, smokers, or kids on shoulders?  We discuss our biggest in park pet peeves.  We also talk some Disney news, from the Skyliner and other attractions closing to Strollers and discounts.

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Make sure you book your next vacation with Michelle McKnight, she can even help you save some money.  Email her today for a quote, Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

What is it like to take someone with special needs to Walt Disney World during the pandemic?  Well today we welcome Mark and Nan who share their recent experiences.  Their son has autism and they discuss what it was like with social distancing, masks, and more.

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and book a trip today by emailing Michelle@TouringPlans.com

Today we talk about Rope Drops, the best and worst of it

Thank You to our sponsor Touring and Cruises Travel.  Be sure to to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok

Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, Chris Clark, and Kaylie Wittwer.

Today we welcome on security guard Matt who shares with us the new technology at the gates, as well as what a day to day looks like.  He also discusses his experience with the NBA bubble.

You can find Matt on Twitter @Navy1990 and if you find him at the Parks #FindMatt

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Thank you to our sponsors www.BackToTheMouse.com

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Today Derek and Doug recape their 2022.  We discuss our trips, top episodes, and a new crazy bucket list inspired lightning round

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Today we share a tip, something positive, and a story from the front of Epcot.  We dive into the Seas, the Land, and more!

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Get a quote from www.TouringPlans.com/RopeDrop

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT, and David Smith.

Today we welcome back food blogger Jon Self to discuss all the dinning options at Disney Springs.  We share our favorite sit down meals and restuaratns and ones you need to skip.  We also dive into counter service and snacks options you can also find at Disney Springs.  Follow Jon today @pastorjonself 

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Today we welcome one of our listeners onto the show who just spent a week down in Walt Disney World.  It's been awhile since Chris has been so it's fun hearing his experiences.

You can follow Chris @CFutrell73

and us @RopeDropRadio

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Today we are discussing the best rides and shows for those kids who just are not tall enough.  We welcome fellow podcasters from the My DVC points newscast Shannon Ford to share with us.  She has a five year old and plenty of experience navigating the hight requirements at Walt Disney World.  For Shannon Follow her online @mrsshannonford and us @RopeDropRadio

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On today's show we discuss 10 tips for first time Disney tourist.  These includes flights, foods, and traveling with kids.  Be sure to subscribe!

Today we are joined by Liliane Opsomer who helped write the book The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids.  We discuss strategies traveling with little ones.  From where to stay, what to eat, and what to do if the get lost.

You can follow Liliane on twitter @LilianeOpsomer 

You can find a link to her book on our website WDWRopeDroppers.com

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Book your next Disney Vacation with our without kids today!  Contact Michelle for all your travel needs.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

We have a ton of questions you asked from our recent trip.  Like did we feel safe, or what did we miss pre Covid.

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Today we welcome special guest Rich Hurt who shares his experiences and strategies trying to get in as many Walt Disney Rides as possible in one day.  Hear about his runs and more on this weeks episode.

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Today we start off with a bunch of news.  We then follow with a little game, Doug and Derek pick their favorite land and least favorite land at each Disney Park

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With all the construction walls up building the new Star Wars Experience, we discuss if Disney Hollywood Studios is still worth it to visit.  We talk the best rides to rope drop including Toy Story Mania and the Rockin Roller Coaster.  We talk what's to come with The Star Wars Experience and Toy Story Land.  We'll let you know what is no longer there and of course how you should stay for the best night time show around.  Thank You for listening to Rope Drop Radio.

If I have to pick... We creat a few lists of Magic Kingdom Attractions and force ourselves to pick one of them that we must do and one we will skip.  

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Get a no obligation quote, at their website www.touringandcruises.com

Want more Rope Drop Radio?  Support the show today and Join Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio

Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls.  Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you.

Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! This helps to promote the show as well. 

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Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Molly Hemphill, CT Swiech, Chris Clark, and Mark Vicksinich.

Today Derek and Madison discuss their recent Keys to The Kingdom Tour.  This take place only at the Magic Kingdom and is a wonderful experience for anyone who wants to learn more about the creation of the park, and if you want to see the behind the scenes stuff including the Utilidor.  This tour is 5 hours, includes a lunch, and is $99. 

To book Keys to the Kingdom contact Michelle today Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Be sure to subscribe, review, and follow @RopeDropRadio

From Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween to Epcot's Food and Wine Festival, Doug and I talk about the best of what Walt Disney World offered in the fall.

Today we discuss those things that Disney does well that you forget about.  The little things that set them apart from the local theme park.  The things that make a Disney vacation truly magical.

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Today we have a little fun answering some listener questions by playing a game of would you rather.  Would you rather ride this or that, would you rather eat this or that, would you rather fly on this or that.... it's a fun episode.  Be sure to subscribe, Like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter!

It's our last podcast of the year, so we look back at all of what Disney gave us in 2017.  We talk about what attractions opened in the park, new dinning, films, tv, and more.  

If you would like to take a magical Disney vacation please get a free quote from Michelle with Mei-travel.  You can email her directly at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Be sure to subscribe to Rope Drop Radio for future episodes!

Today we welcome back Jennifer from the Disney Parks Panel.  She discusses her recent trip to Walt Disney World, and then we dive into the world of Disney Antiquing.  Jennifer shares the cool treasures she has found.

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Today we start by answering some questions we get about what Marvel attractions and characters you can find in the parks.  We also talk Marvel Day at Sea, Disney Paris, and our favorite MCU films.  We then dive into our thoughts on Avengers Infinity War.

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