Episodes
April 18, 2019
RDR 153: Taking kids to Walt Disney World with Hakuna Moscato Moms
Today we are joined by Jami and Kristi from the Hakuno Moscato Moms Blog. We discuss strategies for taking your little ones to the parks. From the best age to go to what rides to go on. We even joke about bringing booze into the parks. Visit the Moscato Moms today at www.hakunamoscatomoms.com Twitter: @hakunamoms IG/FB: @Hakuna Moscato Moms Become a patreon for Rope Drop Radio www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Book your next vacation today. Email Michelle for a free quote. Michelle.McKnight...
April 11, 2019
RDR 152: Disney VIP Tours with Alex Cenac
Have you ever wanted to take a VIP Disney Tour? Of course, we all have, but they don't come cheap. Today we welcome back Disney Travel agent Alec Cenac who has not only booked a bunch of VIP tours but he has taken a few himself. Alex discusses cost, type, and everything included. For more about Alex follow him @ ajcenac Take a look at our new website WDWRopeDroppers.com Want to make us feel like a VIP, support us via patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio And if you'd like to take a magical...
April 8, 2019
Bonus Episode: Walt Disney Family Museum Review with Doug
Doug gives his take on the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco. Be sure to follow us @RopeDropRadio And book your next Disney vacation with Michelle. Email her for a quote today Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com
April 4, 2019
RDR 151: Mrs DrLupo covers the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios
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. For more episode be sure to subscribe and follow us on social media @RopeDropRadio For more with Mr...
March 28, 2019
RDR 150: Spring break trip report with Jr reporter Clair McKnight
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. We would love for you to become a patreon, visit our site at www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Be sure to subscribe and follow us @RopeDropRadio And be sure to contact Michelle for ...
March 21, 2019
RDR 149: Disney News and Keep, Refurbish, and Replace with Kent Mullins and Larry Welnowski
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. We'd lov...
March 18, 2019
Bonus Episode: Taking a baby on a Disney Cruise with Madison Sasman
Today Derek and his wife Madison discuss the strategies needed to take a baby on a Disney Cruise Line ship. Are you worried about your little one falling overboard? They discuss that (don't be) and more in this bonus episode of Rope Drop Radio. Follow us on social media @RopeDropRadio To book a Magical Disney Vacation, contact Michelle. You can email her at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com
March 14, 2019
RDR 148: Bad Disney Advice
Today we we discuss bad advice that you hear all the time on Disney social media groups. Like "Don't buy fastpasses" or "Sleep in, you are on vacation" And thank you listeners for sharing yours, we discuss those on today's show as well. If you'd like be a patreon please visit our site at www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Also subscribe and follow us on social media @RopeDropRadio And the best advice, use a travel agent. We recommend Michelle McKnight and you can email her at Michelle.McKnight@m...
March 8, 2019
Breaking News Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Opening Date Announced
We now know when the lines will begin at Hollywood Studios, and they are sooner than we thought. Disney released information on Galexy's Edge and when it will be opening. Hear Derek and Doug's thoughts and there surprise when they realized one of them would already be there on opening day. You need to start trip planing now if you want to visit Galexy's Edge. Talk to Michelle ASAP for all your Star Wars traveling needs. You can email her at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com
March 7, 2019
RDR 147: Derek's Disney Cruise Trip Report on the Disney Magic
Check out this week's episode as we dive into Derek's family cruise on the Disney Magic! Four nights with three kids, one 90 second rainstorm, port excursions and a special guest at the end of the episode. If you are looking at doing a Disney Cruise, this show is for you. Thank you to our newest patreon Angel Woodard, we would love it if you'd help us grow our podcast by becoming a patreon, visit this site at www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Take our survey www.surveymonkey.com/r/YN3DF6Z And t...
Feb. 28, 2019
RDR 146: Disney's Pop Century Review 2.0 LIVE
Today we are walking around Disney's Pop Century Resort and discussing all the things we have liked and disliked during our stay. If you'd like to help support our show please visit our Patreon site: www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio follow us on social media @RopeDropRadio And to book Pop or any other Walt Disney World resort contanct Michelle Today. You can email her at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com Please take our survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YN3DF6Z
Feb. 21, 2019
RDR 145: Cast Member Life with Happily Everett After
We all know that a vital part of the “Disney difference” is in their cast members - they help make the magic real! We’ve got an inside look at what it means to work for our favorite mouse from Mitchell and Amanda of popular YouTube channel Happily Everett After. Have you wondered what it takes to work at the parks? Get the scoop on this week’s episode! for more about Happily Everett After check out and subscribe to their Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKyql7wpZorMtnZpg5Pcbyg and tw...
Feb. 14, 2019
RDR 144: Disney Would You Rather: With Part of Our World Podcast
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 To become a patreon of Rope Drop Radio visit our site www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio ...
Feb. 7, 2019
RDR 143: Festival of the Arts Review and the winner of our pin contest
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 vis...
Feb. 3, 2019
Bonus Episode: Live from on Space Mountain
You voted for Doug to ride Space Mountain, so we did a Live podcast! This is one you don't want to miss. Thank you for voting! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts Follow us @RopeDropRadio Contact Michelle for all your Disney travel needs... Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com
Jan. 31, 2019
RDR 142: Rope Drop Radio WDW Trip Report
Today Doug and Derek talk about their recent trip to Walt Disney World. This episode is full of strategies, dining, and a lot of fun as the guys share some embarrassing and fun moments. To become a patreon click the link and join. www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Be sure to follow on social media @RopeDropRadio and subscribe for future episodes Now is the time to book a magical vacation. Contact Michelle for quotes and strategies. Click the link to email her today Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel....
Jan. 24, 2019
RDR 141: Fastpass Strategies at Walt Disney World
The Fastpass system has changed quit a bit over the last decade at Walt Disney World, and for people who have not gone in awhile, it can be confusing. Today on Rope Drop Radio we answer some common questions, like how long before my trip can I book fastpasses, and give some tips for our more seasoned fastpass listeners. If you need help with fastpasses and want to book a trip, get a quote today. You can email Michelle directly at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to follow us on social ...
Jan. 17, 2019
RDR 140: Len Testa: Author of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World and host of the Disney Dish
Today we welcome to the show Len Testa who is the Co Author of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World, Co-host of the Disney Dish Podcast, and founder of Touring Plans. Len brings some amazing stories of how he started the guide book and the strategies people have used to navigate Disney. We also play a little game of odds makers and Len answers the lighting round questions! For more information about Len you can follow him @LenTesta Check out his website Touringplans.com You can also emai...
Jan. 10, 2019
RDR 139: Disney Cruise Line Listener Questions
Today we are answering your questions about the Disney Cruise Line with special guest Lance P. If you'd like to book a Disney Cruise, let Michelle do it for you. You can email her by clicking Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com . Also if you'd like to support Rope Drop Radio visit our Patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Here is a complete list of questions 1. I want to get on the cruise as soon as possible, How do I do that? Gotta get on the Aqua Duck ASAP! 2. First time cruiser here...wh...
Jan. 3, 2019
RDR 138: Disney Dining Plan: from beginner to expert
Today we discuss everything the Disney Dining Plan has to offer. From the different levels and structure to tips and strategies. If you are debating if the Dining Plan is right for you, then this show is a must. If you'd like to take a Disney Vacation, with or without the dining plan, contact Michelle today. You can email her by clicking Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com Follow us on social media @RopeDropRadio and be sure to subscribe for future episodes!
Dec. 27, 2018
RDR 137: 2018 Disney Review and what's to come in 2019
A lot has happened in 2018 and it's fun to remember everything and look to the future of what's to come. Wonder what our top 5 shows where of 2018... we will share them, and our least downloaded show. We also discuss movies, what came and what will become a blockbuster next year. 2018 was the release of both our patreon and our website. You can visit them both at WDWRopeDroppers.com And to book a trip in 2019 you'll need a travel agent. Email Michelle Today, especially if you want to see Sta...
Dec. 20, 2018
RDR 136: Christmas time at Walt Disney World with The Rope Drop Queen
Today we welcome to the show Michelle McKnight from Mei-Travel. She recently spent a couple days at Walt Disney World taking in everything for the Holidays, including attended an Epcot Candlelight Processional featuring Neil Patrick Harris. We discuss strategy, decor, resorts, Magic Kingdoms Very Merry Christmas Party, and more! If you have ever thought about traveling to Walt Disney World for the holiday, this episode is a must. Thank you for subscribing and following us @RopeDropRadio Visit ...
Dec. 13, 2018
RDR 135: Park Escape Games: Park Studios - Interactive Disney Novel
Today we are joined by Kristin and Richard Hawkins as well as Kent Mullins who not only have mastered doing every Walt Disney World attraction in one day but also wrote a new novel that is part escape room, scavenger hunt, and novel that you play in Hollywood Studios. The book is called Macallen's Secret: Park Studios and the three author discuss how they came up with it and the future of the series. Please click the link below to purchase and know that 5% of sales goes to Give Kids the World. ...
Dec. 6, 2018
RDR 134: Derek and Doug's Travel Essentials (especially with kids)
Today we talk about our must haves on a Disney trip especially if you are traveling with kids. These products are tested and approved by us. You can read more on our latest blog post http://wdwropedroppers.com/trusted-travel-gear/ If you would like to book a Disney Vacation please contact Michelle and she can get you quote. Email her at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com Help us continue to grow this podcast by becoming a patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio And follow us on social media @R...