Disney Hour Express

Episode 97: Surprise! A Crowded Murphy Bed

This week, we reveal the big surprise that we've been teasing to celebrate the approaching 100th episode. Plus, Abbie shares some of the most crowded times of year to go to WDW in 2025 and Rob breaks the biggest news story of the year. Murphy Bed Watch is over! Thanks for listening!To reach out to Abbie and Rob, please head to their website. https://familytravelplanner.com

Episode 96: Wayfinding and an Xmas Full Monty

This week, we saw Moana 2 and we're here to talk about it. Please be advised, we go heavy into SPOILERS, so you might want to wait until you see the movie for this one. What did Abbie and Rob think of the sequel to the beloved animated original? We also talk about Moana's footprint in the parks, the almost sticky situation that Abbie's lack of reading Netflix Christmas Movies synopses got her into, and really large gingerbread balls. Thanks for listening! To reach Abbie and Rob, please head over to their website. https://familytravelplanner.com

Episode 95: A Big Frown From Muppet Town

Say it ain't so!! This week, we're talking about the late breaking news that revealed where the upcoming Monster Inc. Land will be placed in Hollywood Studios. If you're able to read the episode's title than you'll probably feel the arrow through your felt covered heart. Also, Abbie shares the deets on the newest addition to the Seven Seas, the Disney Treasure. Happy Thanksgiving and thanks for listening!To reach Abbie and Rob, head to their website. https://familytravelplanner.com

Episode 94: It's the Wonderful World of Distractions and Elton John Feuds

This week, Abbie goes down the rabbit hole of Disney on TV and Rob gets distracted while attempting to explain the Star Wars film schedule delays. We've got park news including Tiana's Bayou opening in Disneyland and resort decorations springing to life. You'll also find out why Abbie couldn't let Prince be in the same place as Elton John. Thanks for listening!
To reach Abbie and Rob, please head to our website. https://familytravelplanner.com

Episode 93: Jingle Bells and Mickey's Parade Smells...Magical

Disney is in full holiday mode and we're checking on just how much tinsel is around the parks. We're covering all the new editions to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Jollywood Nights, and the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays...even though it hasn't started yet. Who doesn't like snope talk in November? We hope not you! Thanks for listening!To reach Abbie and Rob, please head to their website. https://familytravelplanner.com

Episode 92: Crushing Glass and Taking Names

Abbie's back! This is a mostly news filled episode with a Abbie twist. We're talking holiday transitions, permits for dinosaurs, and horses walking on glass...and we even let Rob speak. As always, thanks for listening?To reach Abbie and Rob, please head to their website. https://familytravelplanner.com

Episode 91: Playing Catch Up With Our Youth

Red Alert! Red Alert! Abbie is not in this episode, but you're saved from the much maligned Rob only episode by a special guest cohost. After taking a week off, we had a lot to catch up on, so this is a Disney/Universal news heavy episode. We're talking construction behind Thunder Mountain, ride heights in Epic Universe, and so much more on this week's episode. How many times can we use "episode" in one podcast description? Apparently, five. Thanks for listening!To reach Abbie and Rob, please head to their website. https://familytravelplanner.com

Episode 90: The Would You Rathers Return

Would you rather listen to this podcast or...??? That's right! It's the return of "Would You Rather?" Abbie and Rob put each other to the test AGAIN to share what they would do when put in the Disney hot seat. Plus, we cover what happens when Disney World runs into extreme weather like the recent hurricanes. Here's hoping you didn't choose the "or"!!! Thanks for listening!To reach Abbie and Rob, please head to their website. https://familytravelplanner.com

Episode 89: Battle Zone - Disneyland vs Disney World

This is the theme park kumite you've been waiting for! Disneyland vs Disney World! We look at what makes both of these iconic theme parks unique and discover just how different they actually are. There hasn't been a beef this big since 2Pac and Biggie. Which park comes out on top? That's for you to decide. (and you'll hopefully let us know in the comments) Thanks for listening!

Episode 88: Smell ya later, Soarin'!

Get those olfactory glands ready because we're talking about the odors...err...fragrances of Disney. What does Disney do to make sure you can be transported back to The Magic even from the checkout line at the grocery store? What did the Imagineers come up with to delivery those scents at just the right time? All this, a talking recycling bin, and the news on this week's episode! Thanks for listening!If you'd like to purchase any of the scents from our friends at Magic Candle Company (https://magiccandlecompany.com/), use code FTPMAGIC for 10% off. If you'd like to reach out to Abbie and Rob, please head to their website. https://familytravelplanner.com