Episodes
June 15, 2017
RDR 57: Financial Disney Travel Hacking
Today we welcome back, from backtothemouse.com, Joseph Kaplan. We dive into all sorts of ways to save money. From using credits cards and points to booking at the right time and packing your own food. If you want to make a...
June 8, 2017
RDR 56: Universal Studios Orlando: an overview
With the opening of Universals third park, Volcano Bay, we dive into a full review of Walt Disney World's main competition. We talk favorite attractions, the Wizarding world of Harry Potter, Diagon Alley, City Walk, and more...
June 1, 2017
RDR 55: All about Run Disney with special guest Donna Milligan
Today we welcome Run Disney expert Donna Milligan who will share her experiences running from coast to coast. Weather you are an avid runner or someone who just wants to do a Run Disney event this episode is for you! We cove...
May 25, 2017
RDR 54: Would You Rather, Disney Edition
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 e...
May 18, 2017
RDR 53: The Great Stroller Debate
We start todays show with some Disney News and we follow that with the Great Stroller Debate. This show has been a year in the making. If you are traveling with little ones we answer all your questions. Do you bring your o...
May 11, 2017
RDR 52: Our Disney Wishes!
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 ...
May 4, 2017
RDR 51: Listener Questions
Today we answer a bunch of your questions, from best use of fast passes at the magic kingdom to the average cost of a Disney Vacation. Thank you for listening, be sure to subscribe.
April 27, 2017
RDR 50: Doug's Trip Report and Run Disney Dark Side
In today's episode we welcome back Doctor Doug who just finished the Walt Disney World Run Disney Star Wars Dark Side Half Marathon! We also discuss the pros and cons of brining a babysitter to WDW, some huge discount Disney...
April 20, 2017
RDR 49: Disney News and Fast Pass Fails!
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 strateg...
April 13, 2017
RDR 48: Top Ten Walt Disney World Table Service Restaurant Experiences
I hope you are hungry! In todays episode we discuss our favorite sit down dining at the Walt Disney World Resort. It's our top ten! Do you disagree? Let us know on social media on Facebook or Twitter. Please Subscribe an...
April 6, 2017
RDR 47: Art of Animation Review
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! Pl...
March 30, 2017
RDR 46: Disney News, Doug's Trip Report, and What Not To Do!
In todays episode we discuss some new things happening at Walt Disney Wolrd. We also talk about Doug's recent trip including his stay at Beach Club. Finally it's a segment we call What not to Do or Don't be that guy, talkin...
March 24, 2017
RDR 45: Beauty and The Beast Review
In todays episode we welcome back the Rope Drop Queen Michelle McKnight, as well as Madison Sasman to discuss the new Beauty and the Beast Movie! We talk about our favorite characters, the original, theme park attractions, a...
March 16, 2017
RDR 44: Disney Cruise Line Round Table with Joe Kaplan from Back To The Mouse
Today we welcome our guest Joe Kaplan from Back To The Mouse blog. We have an open round table discussion answering questions about the Disney Cruise Line. We talk about favor drinks, places on Castaway Cay, dining, and mor...
March 10, 2017
RDR 43: The Contemporary Resort Review
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 ...
March 2, 2017
RDR 42: Springtime at the Walt Disney World Resort
In today's show we discuss about the beautiful spring time at The Walt Disney World resort. We talk about Flower and Garden, crowds, strategies, weather, and more. Get out of the winter slum and enjoy the show! Thank you f...
Feb. 23, 2017
RDR 41: Long Distance Annual Pass Holder Walt Disney World
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 ...
Feb. 16, 2017
RDR 40: Disney News and Derek's Disney Dream Trip Report
We start today's show with a ton of breaking Disney news. From the resorts to the parks, a lot is changing in 2017! We then discuss Derek's recent trip to Orlando. Doing all 4 parks and his 3 night journey on the Disney Dr...
Feb. 9, 2017
RDR 39: Pop Century Review
In todays episode we discuss the Walt Disney Worlds Value hotel the Pop Century. We talk transportation, dinning, theming, and over all value. If you are thinking about staying on property at the Pop Century this episode is...
Feb. 3, 2017
RDR 38: On Site VS Off Site Disneyland
After much request we go out west to talk Disneyland and the resorts you can stay at. We discuss the pros and cons of staying on property at either The Disneyland hotel, Grand Californian, or Paradise Pier. We also debate w...
Jan. 26, 2017
RDR 37: Voice Actor Ryan Wiley Interview
In todays special episode we interview professional voice actor Ryan Wiley. He has a wide range of voices from Mickey and Goofy to Orcs and Pirates. Enjoy with us as he talks about his new video game and some of his favorit...
Jan. 19, 2017
RDR 36: Run Disney Star Wars Light Side, Doug's Trip Report
In todays episode we talk to Doug about his recent half marathon and 10k for the Star Wars Run Disney Rebel challenge. We also discuss what rides, food, and attractions he enjoyed from California Adventure to Disneyland. Th...
Jan. 12, 2017
RDR 35: WDW Quick Dining
In today's episode of Rope Drop Radio we help you navigate the quick service dinning at all 4 Walt Disney World Parks. We share the ones we love, the ones that need some work, and the ones you don't want to miss! If you lov...
Jan. 5, 2017
RDR 34: Walt Disney World Trip Planning with The Rope Drop Queen
In today's episode we have a special guest, the Rope Drop Queen herself, Michelle McKnight. She tells us why she became a travel agent and answers questions that she regular gets about trip planning. Michelle discuses some ...