Tall Guy Talks Travel with Rick Dougherty: Recent Episodes
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Rick from Ear to There Travel discusses topics related to travel, Disney, Universal, and cruise lines with fellow travel agents, and others involved in the theme park and travel communities.
Rick's good friend Gillian's favorite Disney Princess movie is Pocahontas. That movie came out 30 years ago this month. Gillian is going to be on the show the next two weeks to talk about the film.
Rick is joined by Sarah Says to do some more in-depth looks into Epic Universe. The newest Orlando theme park is officially open at Universal Orlando Resort, and this channel continues to cover it.
In 1990, Disney released the movie Dick Tracy under the Touchstone Pictures umbrella. Initially, the theme parks were full of Dick Tracy references, but that died down quickly, and you can hardly find any traces of this movie in the parks. On today's show, Rick and Maz talk about the film after rewatching it for the first time in decades.
Rick talks to his long-time friend Danielle, who took her family of three to Epic Universe for a preview. She also stayed on-property, so this will be a pretty in-depth look at the newest theme-park in the Orlando area.
Rick is joined by regular co-host Maz to talk about two of the most highly-anticipated lands at Epic Universe. Universal's newest theme park opens to the public for real tomorrow. Let's continue to get hyped for it.
Rick and Maz had to do an emergency recording session when Disney announced a brand-new theme park coming to Abu Dhabi. Why pick Abu Dhabi? What does this mean for the US parks?
With Epic Universe opening in a few weeks, Rick allows his co-host Maz to vent a little about how JK Rowling's involvement in the new theme park will impact her enjoyment of it.
Today is the 36th anniversary of the opening of Disney-MGM Studios at Walt Disney World. As Rick continues to look at the tenure of former-Disney chairman and CEO Michael Eisner, the creation of Disney-MGM Studio is an important part of that story.
Sarah Says joins Rick for the second week in a row to discuss the changes that have occurred at Disney's California Adventure in the two-and-a-half decades since it opened across the esplanade from Disneyland Park.
Rick and Sarah Says talk about the opening of Disney's California Adventure through how the park stands today over the next two weeks. From Superstar Limo to Avengers Campus, DCA has had a unique history.
Peter Moore wrote for some major magazines, before he learned an entirely new skill to appreciate his travel in different ways. He joins Rick on the show this week to talk hiking, travel, and appreciating the little things.
In the space that is now occupied by Disney California Adventure, Disney had originally planned an educational theme park called WestCOT. This park was going to be very reminiscent of EPCOT over at Walt Disney World, but there were some notable changes suggested. Hear about what was proposed.
Rick and Maz will wrap up their Walt Disney World pre-show tier-list today, by taking a look at the pre-shows at Epcot and Magic Kingdom. Before that, Rick is going to highlight a pioneering woman in the Walt Disney Company.
Pre-shows have become a bigger-and-bigger part of theme park attractions in recent years. Sometimes these shows have been to the benefit of the guests, and recently it could be argued to the detriment of the guest experience. Today, Rick and Maz start ranking the pre-shows at Walt Disney World. It leads to some surprisingly heated discussions.
Rick will talk with Richard Pretlow in today's episode of the podcast. Richard is a representative from Morgan's Wonderland theme park in San Antonio, Texas. Morgan's focuses on what they call "ultra-inclusivity." The park accommodates those on the Autism Spectrum, those with physical disabilities, and other conditions that may hinder someone's enjoyment of a theme park.
Rick is talking with Natalie and Hannah of the Stride Sisters Podcast on this week's episode of the podcast. Natalie and Hannah both completed the Dopey Challenge as part of Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in January
Mouse and More Adam joins Rick on the show today to talk about Muppet*Vision 3D's upcoming closure to make way for a Monsters Inc. Land. There are a lot of strong thoughts about this change, and Adam and Rick express a lot of them.
Ralph Velasco is known as the Continental Drifter, who started planning trips for fellow photographers. He has since branched out to talking about Mindful Travel. Travel shouldn't just be about getting pictures of a few landmarks. Travel should impact you.
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Sarah Says joins Rick on the podcast today with a list of viral animatronic malfunctions that her son found on the internet. When things go wrong, it can be funny, but it can also give us a closer look at how they work in the first place.
Rick will talk with Disney fan Jeff Gordon about his life as a Disneyland regular; the fires in Los Angeles; and his fundraising efforts for the LA Regional Food Bank. After that, co-host Maz will be on the show to talk about Wicked, and how it might fit in the Universal theme parks.
Back in December, Rick and his co-host Maz took part in the Orlando Informer Meetup at Universal Orlando Resort. Maz went to both nights of the event, and talked about Friday in last week's episode of the podcast. Today, the two co-hosts will cover Saturday night.
Rick and his co-host Maz took part in the Orlando Informer Meetup at Universal Orlando Resort last month. For the next two weeks, the two of them will discuss everything they were able to accomplish at the event.
Rick will be talking with Natalie Keller Reinert, who is a former-Disney cast member, and she has used that experience to shape her new book "Must Be This Tall." This novel follows workers in a fictional theme park that will seem very familiar to most of our listeners.
With Walt Disney World's version of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad going down for a refurbishment for over a year, Rick thought it was a good time to take a look at what makes the ride such an iconic part of any Disney vacation. We will discuss the theming, fictional backstory, and the real backstory behind the attraction.
This week, Rick will talk to Janelle Jones, who sold all of her possessions, bought an RV, and travels the US, Mexico, and Canada on her own terms. Hear all about her experiences and get some advice if this is something that would interest you.
As Rick continues his look at the legacy of former-Disney chairman and CEO Michael Eisner with an in-depth discussion about one of his biggest successes Who Framed Roger Rabbit. This movie directly caused and funded the Disney Renaissance.
Jonathan Groff has made an impact on the Disney community as the voice of Kristoff in Frozen, and as the King in Hamilton. He also just so happens to be from Rick's hometown of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. With Maz and Sarah both having a ton of knowledge about musicals, the three co-hosts will talk about the Broadway and Hollywood star.
On the show, Rick is going to go back and pull from past conversations with authors of successful books. Rick will talk with Phil Gramlich, who put together a collection of stories for “Walt and His Park: The Stories You (Probably) Never Heard”; Ethan Gallogly, who used his time hiking the John Muir Trail as inspiration for his book “The Trail: A Novel”; and the husband-and-wife team of Greg Glasgow and Kathryn Mayer, who wrote “Disneyland on The Mountain: Walt, the Environmentalists; and the Ski Resort That Never Was.”
Sarah Says, Maz, and Rick are all on the show this week to commemorate the 200th episode of Tall Guy Talks Travel with Rick Dougherty. Since it is also Thanksgiving, the three of them will share travel experiences for which they are thankful.
As Rick continues to delve into the tenure of former-Disney chairman and CEO Michael Eisner, this week he focuses on an early failure Eisner had to build a patriotic theme park in Northern Virginia.
Maz is back on the show this week, and she will be joining Rick to rank every attraction at Epcot in Walt Disney World. The two started the tier list last week, but will wrap it up today.
Rick and Maz do another one of their popular theme park tier-lists. This week, and next week, they will go over every attraction at Epcot in Walt Disney World.
In honor of Halloween, Sarah Says joins Rick on the show this week to talk about when scary things happen on a Disney vacation. From the annoying to the legitimately fear-inducing, they go through contingency plans to make sure you can salvage the magic from the grips of disappointment.
This week, Rick continues his in-depth look into the life and career of former-Disney chairman and CEO Michael Eisner. Frank Wells was a big part of Eisner's success in his first decade with Disney. Today, we take a look at some of the bigger moments in that business relationship that is viewed very fondly by many in the Disney fan community.
Stephen from A Life in the Parks is back on the show this week to talk about the different options in cruising. There will be a particular focus on Disney Cruise Line, but we will cover a number of different options.
Mary Blair was hugely influential in the artistic direction of the Walt Disney Company from the "Three Caballeros" to "It's A Small World." At a time when women weren't put in positions of influence, Blair not only made her mark in the mid-20th Century; but also has had appreciation for her art only grow in the subsequent decades. This week, Rick and Sarah Says will go in-depth into Mary Blair, and the different places where she left her mark on the Walt Disney Company.
Rick is joined by his regular co-host Maz to talk about the different ways that the new paid skip-the-line plans at Walt Disney World are changing the entire dynamics of the parks.
After talking about the animated classic two weeks ago, Rick and Sarah Says talk about other versions of The Little Mermaid. From musicals, to television, to theme parks, to live-action, there are a lot of different versions of the story.
Over the next few months, Rick will be doing one episode per-week on former-Disney chairman and CEO Michael Eisner. Today, Rick is looking at the ways in which Eisner's early life differed from that of Walt Disney, himself.
The 35th anniversary of the original Disney animated feature The Little Mermaid is coming up in November. To celebrate, Rick is joined by co-host Sarah Says for a conversation about the movie that isn't just nostalgic for many of our listeners, but also served as the kickstart to the Disney Renaissance.
Rick is joined by fellow-Disney and MAS*H fanatic Shan. They will talk about the ideal ways to enjoy a Walt Disney World vacation, and they will talk about the greatest television show of all-time.
After covering the Walt Disney World announcements from the D23 Expo with Maz the past two weeks, Rick will be going over the remainder of the theme park announcements for the other Disney parks throughout the world. He will also be talking quickly about the five-year anniversary of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Walt Disney World, and going over the menu items for Epcot's International Food and Wine Festival.
Rick and Maz spend a second-straight week discussing the D23 announcements for Walt Disney World. They get into Maz's favorite park, Disney's Animal Kingdom. They talk about the announcement that has Rick most intrigued.
Rick and Maz are very passionate about the announcements from this past weekend's D23 Expo in Anaheim, California. For the next two weeks, the two of them will discuss the announcements for Walt Disney World from the Expo. Today's conversation even includes a mention of some of the things that weren't announced, even if we expected them.
Author and Hiker Ethan Gallogly, who wrote the book "The Trail: A Novel" will be Rick's guest on the show this week. The two will discuss traveling as a way to get reconnected with nature through hiking, and exploring locations that aren't theme parks.
Rick is joined by runDisney veteran Natalie. Along with some of her college friends, Natalie is starting her own podcast to follow their preparations for runDisney races on both coasts of the United States. Hear about the races that have returned to Disneyland, and the extremely popular races at Walt Disney World.
To most of the Northern Hemisphere, late-July is the middle of summer. In the Orlando-area, it is time for Halloween. On today's episode, Rick talks with his friend Gillian, as the two talk about why they are thinking of skipping the special-ticketed events in 2024.
In the mid-1960s Walt Disney was very busy. He was not only scooping up land for his Florida Project, and his hopes for an experimental, prototype community of tomorrow. Walt also had plans for a ski resort in the mountains of California. Why didn't it work? The authors of the book "Disneyland on the Mountain: Walk, the Environmentalists, and the Sky Resort That Never Was" will be on the show today to answer that question.
Rick and Maz started a tier-list for all of the attractions in Disney's Hollywood Studios back in June. Today, the two of them will finish ranking those attractions. Before that, Rick talks with a representative from Locks-of-Love about his donation of hair for sick children.
On the 4th of July, Rick is going to take a look at the American Adventure in Epcot's World Showcase, and he will talk about the different changes he would make to the attraction. Speaking of changes, Disney has made a lot of changes to their Disability Access Service. Rick is going to go over those changes in the first week of Disability Pride Month.
After Maz and Rick ranked all of the attractions at Disney's Animal Kingdom, and it was extremely popular, they are back to do the same thing with Disney's Hollywood Studios. Ranking Star Wars, Toy Story, Muppets, and more, it is bound to be controversial.
Rick will be joined by former-Walt Disney World cast member Miranda, who currently works for Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando. Miranda will talk about working in the aquarium in the Seas Pavilion in Epcot, and she will discuss what she does to help animals in the Orlando-area.
After that, Rick's wife Courtney will be on the show to do a dining review for Storybook Dining with Snow White at Artists Point in Disney's Wilderness Lodge. This is the second time the two of them have eaten in this restaurant, so they will compare-and-contrast food items.
One of the reasons we love Walt Disney World is because the resort has a tradition of being accommodating and accessible to different types of people. While there have been some changes to impact that accessibility recently, this episode is focused on navigating the parks with a wheelchair. Rick is joined by his wife Courtney to talk about a weekend with a wheelchair at the theme parks.
Rick and Maz continue their two-week conversation about what to expect from the D23 Expo coming up in Anaheim, California from August 9th-11th. There are a ton of theme park announcements to be expected from the event, and the two co-hosts will try to guess at some of those new things.
The D23 Expo is on the way August 9th-11th in Anaheim, California. There will be a ton of announcements at the event; specifically about the theme parks. Today and next week, Maz joins Rick to discuss what they hope to hear at D23, and whether they think things will actually come to fruition this time.
Rick's former-boss Phil Gramlich has taken his knowledge of Disneyland, and he has put it together into his new book "Walt and His Park: Stories You (Probably) Haven't Heard." Phil will talk about the book; his time as a Disney cast member; his travel agency; and so much more.
There have been rumors, and even official plans for changes to Spaceship Earth at Epcot in Walt Disney World. This refurbishment of the ride was scheduled to start in May of 2020, but a global pandemic intervened. With a new D23 Expo on tap for August of this year, Rick has fun speculating if there will be a change to the attraction. In this episode, he plays a little armchair-imagineering for the anchor attraction for his favorite WDW theme park.
Rick and Maz continue their conversation about how to pick a place to stay on a Walt Disney World vacation. Today, they focus on Disney's moderate and deluxe resorts. Rick also congratulates a friend on becoming a published author.
Eric, also known on Twitter as Main Street Electrical Arcade, is on the show this week to talk about Disney video games and the possibility of Avatar coming to Disneyland in the near future.
Maz joins Rick on the show this week to start the conversation about how to pick where to stay on a Walt Disney World vacation. There are a lot of choices between on or off property, and between values, moderates, and deluxes. Also, Rick addresses the controversies regarding the changes to the DAS pass system at Walt Disney World, and more importantly the toxic way a lot of the Disney community has been talking about disabled people.
In honor of the 26th birthday of Disney's Animal Kingdom coming next week, Rick and Maz are going to fill out a tier list with all of the attractions at DAK.
Victoria is a theme park influencer who not only knows Disney, but also grew up attending an amusement park close to where Rick was raised. They talk about that underrated park, and a slew of other topics. This will include Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Tokyo Disneyland.
Leet, who is known as Meet & Leet on Twitter, is Rick's guest on the podcast today. Leet has visited all of the international Disney parks, and he will give a quick overview on all of them. He also likes to focus on meeting rare characters.
Give Kids the World Village houses Make-A-Wish families, and makes it possible for these families to enjoy Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and more. Today, Susan from Indiana is on the show to talk about her family's experience with Give Kids the World. This is the type of positive story we need with everything going on in the world.
Rick and Maz sit down for the third and final week to do their deep dive into the entire Mary Poppins phenomenon. In today's episode, Maz will unload with her feelings on the 2018 movie Mary Poppins: Returns.
Rick and Maz return this week for the second part of their three-episode conversation about Mary Poppins. In today's episode, they finish their talk on the 60s movie; move onto the book; and finish by discussing Saving Mr. Banks.
This week, Rick and Maz start a three-episode conversation about their mutual-favorite Disney movie...Mary Poppins. Today, the two begin the deep dive with the original movie from the 1960s.
Rick talks with Instagram Influencer Spirit Day Sarah...not to be confused with his normal co-host Sarah Says. The conversation revolves around creating content in the parks; dealing with on-line trolls; gaining confidence to video tape yourself in the parks; and how Sarah tries to promote a more sustainable Disney fandom.
Rick and Gillian are both annual passholders at Walt Disney World, and they discuss the benefits and drawbacks of having an A.P. Either consider getting one for yourself, or live vicariously through two spoiled locals.
Kiki is back on the podcast this week. She is a successful YouTuber, Instagram influencer, and she took part in the Disney College Program and Disney Alumni Program. Kiki is also Black in a community that can be very white. She joins Rick to talk about her unique experiences in her different roles surrounding Disney.
A recent release from a kid-focused charity organization caused Sarah Says and Rick to have a really deep-dive discussion on how Universal and Disney handle intellectual properties focused on kids. With Sarah having an 8 year-old son, she is the perfect person to speak to this.
Musique from Canada is on the show this week to talk about her experiences with runDisney, and why she continues to make the trip to Walt Disney World to hit the trails in the ridiculous humidity.
Last week, Rick and Maz discussed the general perception issues Disney has had over the past few years when it comes to different issues entering the public conversation. This week, they turn their focus to Star Wars and Marvel, and the way Disney has listened to the online chatter to the detriment of the source material.
Disney has hit a snag in a number of public relations areas in recent years. Rick and Maz spend today’s episode taking a look at where Disney stumbles in that area; especially compared to their cross-town rivals at Universal.
Rick is joined by Sarah Says for the first time in 2024 to pick the five best times of the year to visit Walt Disney World. This will include a discussion of Free Dining at WDW.
Rick talks to Scott Kumka this week. Scott hit every resort at Walt Disney World late in 2023 to raise money for Give Kids the World, and he is excited for the new park-hopping rules to try to accomplish the Every Ride Challenge again in 2024. To donate to Scott's Give Kids the World Fundraiser... https://give.gktw.org/fundraiser/4330142
Rick and Marisa from Chicago look ahead to 2024 at Walt Disney World.
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In honor of our 150th episode last week, and the fact that we are winding down 2023, it is time to look back at some of our best moments from the past year. Hear about lounges at Walt Disney World, our opinions on Disneyland, and remember what it was like the first time you stepped on Main Street, USA.
Rick will celebrate the 150th episode of the podcast by replaying two of his favorite conversations to ever air on the show. Marisa from Chicago shares her initial reactions to some major announcements made by Disney in September of last year, and Alicia Stella from Orlando Park Stop previews Epic Universe, which will open at Universal Orlando Resort in 2025.
There is another milestone we are trying to reach in the next few weeks. Please make sure that you are subscribed to the Tall Guy Talks Travel with Rick Dougherty YouTube channel. We are getting close to another milestone there, as well.
Stephen from the YouTube channel "A Life in the Parks" joins Rick to talk about videos he has on his page that show how the Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort parks celebrated the holidays in the past.
Rick and Sarah Says continue their ranking of every ride at Disneyland Resort in a tier list. They started this conversation last week, but things get really heated in this episode. To donate to Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, Florida... Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County (yourfooddrive.org)
Sarah Says and Rick sit down to rank every ride at Disneyland Resort...both Disneyland Park and Disney's California Adventure. To donate to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County... Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County (yourfooddrive.org)
Marisa from Chicago is back this week to continue her conversation about her recent vacation to Disneyland. This week focuses heavily on Disney's California Adventure, but we do also talk about Disneyland Park. To donate to Jeff Gordon's fundraiser for Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, Florida, here is the link... Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County (yourfooddrive.org)
Marisa from Chicago took a recent trip to Disneyland, and Rick couldn't let that go without a two episode conversation comparing the West Coast Disney theme parks to the East Coast Disney parks.
Rick continues his conversation with Sarah Says about the different versions of the Twilight Zone: Tower of Terror in Disney theme parks throughout the world. Rick also has some updates on events coming to Walt Disney World in the next few months.
In honor of Halloween, Rick and Sarah Says will take a deep dive into the Twilight Zone: Tower of Terror for the next two episodes. They will talk about four similar attractions throughout the world at Disney parks.
In August, Rick and his wife Courtney both had a conversation about their five-year wedding anniversary vacation to Walt Disney World, but there was so much to discuss, they weren't able to finish it back then. Today, the two of them will continue that conversation on the podcast. Remembering the days of FastPass, Magical Express, and Extra Magic Hours has been fun for a lot of our listeners.
Rick and Marisa from Chicago continue their conversation about the recent announcements from D23 Destination Disney that will be for changes to Walt Disney World.
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Marisa from Chicago joins Rick this week to discuss the D23 Destination Disney announcements from last month, and how they will impact the parks at Walt Disney World.
For the third time in the past few months, Sarah Says is here to play Fact or Figment talking about Disneyland Park and Disney's California Adventure. These past episodes have been so fun.
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Marisa joined Rick at the end of August to talk about different changes they would make to Walt Disney World. The two wannabe-imagineers are at it again this week.
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The Sarah Enigma is back on the show with more questions about visiting Universal Orlando Resort from someone who hasn't been in a few years. Rick's wife Courtney will also be on the podcast with a dining review of Chef's de France in Epcot at Walt Disney World.
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Sarah Says returns to the show for our favorite game, Fact of Figment. On today's episode, Sarah and Rick will take a look at commonly-held opinions about Disneyland Park, and will decide if they are facts or figments.
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Rick and Marisa spend this episode sharing their ideas of fun ways to fix problems or add things to Walt Disney World. These suggestions are based on some things we know Disney is planning in the future.
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In honor of Rick's 10-year anniversary with his wife Courtney, the two will reminisce about their 5-year anniversary vacation to Walt Disney World from when they still lived in Arizona. Obviously, this trip was more like the way most of the podcast's listeners experience the parks, so it should be fun.
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After a brief look forward to Halloween at the theme parks, The Sarah Enigma will join Rick with questions about Universal Orlando Resort. These questions will specifically focus on visiting Universal for the first time since before the pandemic.
Sarah Says is back on the show to play our favorite new game from 2023; Fact of Figment. Sarah and Rick will focus on commonly-held opinions about Disney's California Adventure theme park in Anaheim, California. They will decide if those opinions are facts or figments.
Rick is joined by Danielle, one of his longest running friendships, to talk about the first day of Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival from last week at Walt Disney World.
Earlier this month, Universal Orlando Resort announced drastic changes to their disability access pass, which will greatly impact disabled guests. This will directly impact Marisa from Chicago, so she will be on the show today to discuss it.
A little over a decade ago, Magic Kingdom opened an addition to Fantasyland. It completely changed the dynamics of the most visited theme park in the world, so it is quite important to look back and see if it was worth it.
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Rick is going to be answering a third set of questions from The Sarah Enigma regarding returning to Walt Disney World for the first time in years. This is the third installment of these questions, and Universal Orlando Resort will receive the treatment soon.
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In celebration of the 4th of July, Rick and his wife Courtney will talk about three lands themed towards Americana in Walt Disney World.
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Rick and Marisa from Chicago started a conversation last week about whether or not Disney messed up Star Wars. They will finish that topic this week, and they will also move from the theme parks to the cinema. Follow Rick on social media... Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickdoughertytgtt TikTok.com/tallguytalkstravel Donate to the Trevor Project... orlandoparkstop.com/charity
Marisa from Chicago is back on the show to join Rick for an in-depth conversation as to the mistakes Disney has made with the Star Wars property. This comes just weeks after Disney announced the closure of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.
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Alicia Stella from Orlando Park Stop joins Rick on the show this week to talk about Universal's upcoming Epic Universe theme park. Alicia is also going to talk about her June fundraiser for the Trevor Project. To donate to the Trevor Project... orlandoparkstop.com/charity Follow Rick on Social Media... Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickdoughertytgtt TikTok.com/tallguytalkstravel
The Sarah Enigma is back on the show with a list of questions for Rick about Walt Disney World. This week, the questions are heavily focused on food. Follow Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel Follow Sarah on Instagram... @thesarahenigma @sava.wellness
Marisa from Chicago returns for the second-straight week to debate why she thinks Disney's Animal Kingdom is the best theme park at Walt Disney World, and Rick will make his case for Epcot. There is also a lot happening at the theme parks, and it will all be covered in today's show. Find Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel Find Marisa on social media... Twitter - @thinkmickey To donate to the Trevor Project... Orlandoparkstop.com/charity (Please mention Tall Guy Talks Travel with Rick Dougherty in the comments if you donate.)
After Rick covers a ton of recent Disney news, he is joined by Marisa from Chicago, who is on to start her two-part debate with Rick about what Walt Disney World park is better, Epcot or Disney's Animal Kingdom. Get in touch with Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel
Rick is going to be answering questions from The Sarah Enigma, who will be trying to decipher significant ways the parks have changed since before the pandemic. Follow Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel
Justin (aka @DisneyWithBooze) joins Rick on today's episode. They will talk about runDisney, the best lounges at Walt Disney World, and Justin's fundraising efforts for a great cause. Find Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel To donate to Justin's efforts... zebrayouth.org
Stephen from A Life in the Parks was at Star Wars Celebration last month in London, England. Today, he joins Rick on the show to discuss the happenings and some of the announcements from Star Wars Celebration. Find Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel
After going counter-clockwise from Canada to Japan two weeks ago in Episode 115, Sarah Says will join Rick today to finish World Showcase in Epcot by talking about the American Adventure through Mexico. At the end, Rick and Sarah will even do a little armchair Imagineering. On social media... Twitter - @rick_ear and @sarahsays84 Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel
The Sarah Enigma is back on the show to finish her conversation with Rick about rides and attractions in Magic Kingdom that don't traditionally have long wait times. To follow Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel To follow The Sarah Enigma on Instagram... @thesarahenigma and @sava.wellness
Rick's absolute favorite thing to do in all of Walt Disney World is walk Epcot's World Showcase. In today's episode, he takes a good look at the first five pavilions (depending on where you start) with Sarah Says. Follow Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel Follow Sarah Says on Twitter... @sarahsays84
Rick and his friend Gillian attended a special-ticketed After Hours event at Disney's Hollywood Studios this past Sunday. From Star Wars to Toy Story to Mickey Mouse to free snacks, hear about everything they experienced at the party. Find Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel
The Sarah Enigma joins Rick this week to talk about rides and attractions at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World that traditionally have short waits. Are they worth it? Find out on this week's episode. Find Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel Find The Sarah Enigma on Instagram... @thesarahenigma @sava.wellness
Sarah Says is back on the show to talk with Rick about what is wrong with Tomorrowland in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland. This is the continuation of a conversation started in the March 2nd episode. Rick also talks about his ball-collecting drive for Boys and Girls Club locations in the Orlando area. Please grab a $20 gift card to Five Below or Dick's Sporting Goods and send it to orlandoballdrop1971@gmail.com before Monday, March 27th. Rick will use the gift cards to buy basketballs and soccer balls to drop off at those Boys and Girls Club locations next week. You can find links to the gift cards at Twitter.com/rick_ear. Sarah Says can be found at Twitter.com/sarahsays84.
Rick brings Marisa from Chicago back to the show to do another round of Fact or Figment about different commonly held opinions about Walt Disney World in the community. This segment has been a blast, and you all seem to really enjoy it. The Sarah Enigma will also be here to discuss the fundraising drive we are conducting to collect basketballs and soccer balls to Boys & Girls Club locations in the Orlando area. We are asking you to pick up a $20 gift card to Five Below or Dick's Sporting Goods, and send it to orlandoballdrop1971@gmail.com by March 27th. We will purchase and distribute the basketballs and soccer balls the last week of March. Follow Rick on social media... Twitter @rick_ear Instagram @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok @tallguytalkstravel Follow Marisa on Twitter... @thinkmickey Follow the Sarah Enigma on Instagram... @thesarahenigma Follow Sarah Says on Twitter... @sarahsays84
Rick is joined by Jay (aka, Aesthetic Puppet) to talk about their charity drive to collect basketballs and soccer balls for Boys and Girls Club locations in the Orlando area. Jay also sticks around to cover a number of other topics surrounding Walt Disney World. To donate to the cause, buy a $20 gift card to Five Below or Dick's Sporting Goods, and send it to orlandoballdrop1971@gmail.com by March 27th. We will pick up the basketballs and soccer balls the last week of March, and drop them off by the 31st. Follow Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel
Rick and Sarah Says discuss what is wrong with Tomorrowland in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland. This is coming on the heels of the opening of Tron Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom in WDW. This will be the first of two conversations between Rick and Sarah about fixing Tomorrowland. Rick is also collecting gift cards to Dick's Sporting Goods and Five Below, so he can buy soccer balls and basketballs for Boys and Girls Club locations throughout the Orlando area. Please consider purchasing a $20 gift card, and sending it to orlandoballdrop1971@gmail.com. Rick will make sure to personally thank everyone who sends in a gift card. To follow Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel
Because it was so popular, Rick and Marisa from Chicago will do another round of Fact of Figment. The two of them will discuss whether popular opinions about Walt Disney World are facts or figments. Sarah Says will also be on the show with a Black History Month story relating to Universal Orlando Resort. Find Rick on Social Media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel
Sarah Says joins Rick to talk about Super Nintendo World opening this weekend at Universal Studios Hollywood. The two will also talk about what this new land means for Disney on both coasts. Find Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel Find Sarah on Twitter - @sarahsays84
Walt Disney World is a great place to celebrate birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, and other special occasions. Today, birthday girl Gillian joins Rick to discuss some of the ways to enjoy the resort when celebrating life's victories.
Follow Rick on social media... Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickdoughertytgtt TikTok.com/tallguytalkstravel
Rick is joined by Marisa from Chicago for a new segment called "Fact of Figment." The two of them will discuss many commonly held opinions about Walt Disney World, and will decide if they are facts or figments. Find Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel Find Marisa on Twitter, @thinkmickeyblog. Find Sarah Says on Twitter, @sarahsays84
The Sarah Enigma is back on the show to talk about how she deals with the long gaps in between her trips to Walt Disney World. Follow Rick on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel Follow The Sarah Enigma... Instagram - @thesarahenigma
The Sarah Enigma is back on the show to talk about how she passes the time between Walt Disney World vacations. Sarah also talks about her battle with chronic illness. Before that, Rick's wife Courtney goes over her five favorite food items from Epcot's International Festival of the Arts. Rick can be found on social media... Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel The Sarah Enigma can be found... Instagram - @thesarahenigma
There is a lot of Disney parks news for Rick to cover, and then he will be joined by Marisa from Chicago to go over what they are excited to see in the parks in 2023. Rick will also have a preview of Epcot's International Festival of the Arts.
Social Media:
Rick Dougherty Twitter - @rick_ear Instagram - @rickdoughertytgtt TikTok - @tallguytalkstravel
Marisa Twitter - @thinkmickeyblog
Sarah Says Twitter - @sarahsays84
Marisa from Chicago is back on the show this week to look forward to all of the exciting things coming up in 2023 in Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Catch up with all three of our hosts on Twitter... Rick - @rick_ear Marisa - @thinkmickeyblog Sarah - @sarahsays84 Rick is also on Instagram, @rickdoughertytgtt, and TikTok @tallguytalkstravel.
This week, we celebrate the milestone of 100 episodes of Tall Guy Talks Travel with Rick Dougherty. Hear from Sarah Says and Marisa from Chicago, and many other guests who have been on the show for the past two years.
Rick and Sarah Says will wrap-up their battle in Disney Trivia with Marisa playing host, and asking the questions. Rick will also have news related to Disneyland and Walt Disney World, and a dining review for Whispering Canyon Cafe in Disney's Wilderness Lodge Resort.
Rick and Sarah Says do battle in another version of Disney Trivia with Marisa from Chicago playing host. Rick also has a lot of news from Universal Studios Hollywood, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and more.
Sarah Says and Marisa from Chicago do battle in a game of Harry Potter trivia. Rick Doughery plays host, but has help from Instagram influencer The Sarah Enigma, who came up with the questions.
In this episode, Rick finishes his conversation about Disney Adults with co-host Marisa from Chicago. He will also talk with Scott Kumka, who is getting ready to try and ride every ride at Walt Disney World on Wednesday of next week to raise money for Give Kids the World Village. To donate, give.gktw.org/scottkumka.
Happy Thanksgiving!!!!! In a very busy episode, Marisa from Chicago starts a conversation on the hated Disney adults. Sarah Says has a preview for Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays. Rick will also give you some initial details on the change in management at Disney.
Steven from the YouTube channel "A Life in the Parks" joins Rick on the show this week to talk about his return to Disneyland for the first time since the parks reopened last year. Steven talks about the changes in procedure that are sometimes controversial, and how they affected his experience. Follow our hosts on social media... Rick Dougherty: Twitter.com/rick_ear, Instagram.com/rickdoughertytgtt, and on TikTok @tallguytalkstravel. Sarah Says: Twitter.com/sarahsays84 Marisa: Twitter.com/thinkmickeyblo
Sarah Says returns to this episode to finish talking with Rick about the history and backstory of Haunted Mansion at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. This is the third-straight week that Sarah and Rick are tackling this topic. There is also some news on how to donate toys to the less-fortunate while at Disney. Follow our hosts on social media... Rick Dougherty: Twitter.com/rick_ear, Instagram.com/rickdoughertytgtt, and on TikTok @tgttpodcast. Sarah Says: Twitter.com/sarahsays84 Marisa: Twitter.com/thinkmickeyblog
After starting the conversation on the Haunted Mansion before Halloween, Rick and Sarah really get into it this week. Sarah has a ton of research on the creation of the Haunted Mansion, and the storyline behind the ride that it will take this episode and next week's episode to complete it. Make sure to follow Rick, Sarah, and Marisa on Twitter... @rick_ear @sarahsays84 @thinkmickeyblog
With Halloween just around the corner, Sarah Says is going to join Rick this week to talk about the Haunted Mansion. Today, the two of them go over some Twitter poll questions that many of you answered about the popular attraction. Please consider answering this question in the comments... Are you excited for the Haunted Mansion movie next year?
-No, the Eddie Murphy one is canon to me.
-Yes, get it right this time.
-No, keep some rides park exclusive.
-No, the Muppets one is canon to me.
Also, Kiki from the YouTube channel "That's So Kiki" will be on the show to talk about her recent Disney College Program experience. https://www.youtube.com/c/thatssokiki On Monday, Rick will finish his fundraising efforts for CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of his pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way. Please consider donating $20 today, and he will not be asking for the rest of the year. Casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ Every dollar goes directly to CASA so that they can help survivors of domestic violence.
Last week, Disney announced some significant price increases, especially at Disneyland. Marisa from Chicago will join Rick on this episode to talk about what they think these price increases mean for the theme parks in general. After that, Sarah Says will be back on the show to continue her conversation with Rick from Episode 84 about what rides are the best to "rope-drop" at the U.S. Disney theme parks. Today, they will cover Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom. There are less than two weeks left in Rick's fundraiser for CASA of Pinellas County, Florida. Back in June, Rick walked Ireland's National Famine Way to raise money and awareness in the fight against domestic violence. To donate... Casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ There are no processing fees, or middle-men, so every dollar you donate goes directly to CASA. Rick also was a guest on the podcast "Let's Break the Silence with Angeline." You can hear that entire conversation at... letsbreakthesilence.com/podcast or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jf6NfJcPopE&t=1977s
After Rick goes over some of the new announcements from Disney; including the 100th anniversary celebrations for the company, and controversial price increases, Sarah Says will be back on the show to continue the conversation regarding D23 Expo announcements for Disneyland Resort in Southern California. We are in the last few weeks of Rick's fundraiser for CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of his pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way. Please donate to CASA before the end of Domestic Violence Awareness Month on the 31st. We are asking for $20, but every dollar helps, because there are no processing fees or middle-men. Donate at... Casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ Rick will also be a guest on the podcast, Let's Break the Silence with Angeline. On October 15th at 11 a.m. Eastern, it will be live on the YouTube channel... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGle7MlB-Fz9pWGXVhTiLBg After it goes live, you can still hear it at... https://www.letsbreakthesilence.com/podcast
Sarah Says is back on the show this week to talk about the D23 Expo announcements pertaining to Disneyland Resort in Southern California. This is following three-straight weeks of talking about the announcements over at Walt Disney World with Marisa from Chicago. Rick will also have a recap of Epcot's 40th Anniversary this past weekend at Walt Disney World.
Rick's fundraiser for CASA of Pinellas County, Florida is coming to an end on October 31st. It is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so please consider donating to help survivors of abuse.
Casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/
On this week's episode, Marisa from Chicago returns for the third-straight show to discuss the Walt Disney World announcements from the D23 Expo earlier this month. Today, Rick and Marisa talk about the "Blue Sky" concept art for new lands at Magic Kingdom and Disney's Animal Kingdom. Sarah Says will also be here to talk about the new Disney-related video game Dreamlight Valley. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/
Rick and Marisa from Chicago continue to talk about the announcements, and the non-announcements regarding Walt Disney World following the D23 Expo earlier this month in Anaheim, California. They both have some very strong opinions, and it is fun to hear them go back-and-forth. Rick will also give an update on the announcements for the overseas Disney theme parks. There is a lot happening in other parts of the world, and these places may be added to your bucket list. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's recent pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ The fundraiser will last until October 31st, 2022; the last day of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Rick is joined by Marisa from Chicago to discuss the announcements made about Walt Disney World from last weekend's D23 Expo in Anaheim, California. Sarah Says will join Rick on a future episode to talk about the Disneyland announcements from the convention. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/
Rope-dropping is the art of getting on an extremely popular ride right as a Disney theme park opens for the day. This is usually a way to avoid at least one really long queue during your day. In this episode, Rick and Sarah Says will go over what rides they think are most important to rope-drop at Disneyland Park, Disney's California Adventure, and Magic Kingdom. In a future episode, they will finish Walt Disney World with Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor or Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way, and in honor of Rick finally finding the courage to ride the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, please go to... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ Every dollar goes directly to CASA in the fight against domestic violence, because there are no middle-men or processing fees.
Sarah Says will have a preview of the D23 Expo next week in Anaheim, and Rick and Marisa from Chicago will continue their discussion on adding more Star Wars to the Walt Disney World parks. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way, go to... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ This fundraiser is going through the end of October, so if you haven't donated yet, this would be a great time.
Rick walked Ireland's National Famine Way in June to raise money and awareness in the fight against domestic violence. Before and after his hiking, he did some sight-seeing. Starting on August 14th with a bonus episode of the podcast, and wrapping up today, Rick talks with Sarah Says about some of the things he did off of the trail. Of course, the trail does come up a few times, as well. To see more of Rick's journey, there have been and there will be new vlogs from Ireland debuting every Monday; starting back on August 1st, and going through Halloween, October 31st. Make sure you are subscribed to the Tall Guy Talks Travel with Rick Dougherty YouTube page to be up-to-date. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage, and to help survivors of domestic violence... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/
Rick and Marisa from Chicago will build off of their conversation from last week about Universal's Epic Universe, with a discussion about Walt Disney World expanding the presence of Star Wars in the parks to counter Universal's upcoming theme park. Rick and his wife Courtney will also have a dining review for Sanaa at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way, go to... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ Every dollar donated goes to CASA in their efforts to help survivors of domestic violence.
Universal Orlando Resort is building a new theme park, Epic Universe. Featuring Super Nintendo World, and rumored to feature lands surrounding Universal Classic Monsters, How to Train Your Dragon, and something from the Harry Potter universe, this could be a huge addition to the Orlando-area.
Rick and Marisa from Chicago discuss all of the rumors, and have some fun thinking how Walt Disney World will counter this huge move.
To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way...
Casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/
Rick and Sarah Says will discuss some of the different sights he took in while not on the hiking trail in Ireland. In this bonus episode, he will not only talk about his time in Dublin; but he will also cover some of the other parts of the country that really made him fall in love. Later in the show, Marisa from Chicago will join Rick to talk about the Disney+ Star Wars show "Kenobi." To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/
Rick and Sarah Says wrap-up their conversation about the many things you need to consider when starting the planning process for a Disney vacation.
Rick will also have a preview of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.
To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way, please use this link...
Casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/
Rick and Sarah Says revisit a topic they touched on last year. It is getting more-and-more complicated to plan a Disney vacation. The two Disney experts help you get started in the process of planning. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way, and in honor of his grandfather's 100th birthday, go directly to... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ Every dollar goes to CASA with no processing fees or middle men, so they can help survivors of domestic violence.
Marisa from Chicago returns to finish our conversation about what is right and what is wrong at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. We covered the negatives last week, so this time we look on the bright side. Magic Kingdom is the park most people think of first when it comes to Walt Disney World.
Sarah Says will also be on the show to discuss a little Walt Disney World history. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County in honor of Rick's Pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ Every single dollar donated goes directly to CASA.
This is a loaded episode, with Marisa from Chicago joining Rick to talk about what is right and what is wrong with Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Rick will also have a look at the first week of Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival. Rick and his wife Courtney also have a breakfast dining review. To donate $10 to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way to help survivors of domestic violence... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/
Description: In this week's episode, we pick-up where we left off in the Disney trivia battle between Marisa from Chicago and Sarah Says. Marisa enters the contest with a five-to-four lead. The winner will take on Rick in a future Disney trivia match-up, with the loser hosting that battle. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida in honor of Rick's efforts on Ireland's National Famine Way, go to casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/.
Get ready to have some fun, as Sarah Says takes on Marisa from Chicago in a game of Disney trivia on today's episode. In addition to that, Rick will have updates on Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival and he will talk about his recent pilgrimage on Ireland's National Famine Way to raise money and awareness in the fight against domestic violence. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County in honor of Rick's pilgrimage... casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/ Anything you could give would go a long way, because 100% of every donation goes directly to CASA. $20, $15, or even $10. Every dollar goes to helping domestic violence survivors.
Today is Rick's 42nd Birthday! As most of you know, he is currently on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean to walk all 620-miles of the Ireland Way to raise money and awareness in the fight against domestic violence. Please consider donating in honor of Rick's birthday and pilgrimage to CASA of Pinellas County, Florida at casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/. On today's episode, Rick talks with Dermot Breen, who completed this same journey back in 2018. Dermot was raising money for cancer research in honor of his late-wife. Rick always loves doing interviews with Irish people, because he can ask three questions, and get a forty-minute interview.
With Rick in Ireland for his pilgrimage on the Ireland Way, Sarah Says takes over hosting duties for this "best of" episode. Hear Rick's conversations with Instagram influencer, the Sarah Enigma; followed by his talk with Steven from the YouTube channel A Life in the Parks. To help Rick in his fight against domestic violence, please donate to CASA of Pinellas County at this link - casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/. Every dollar that is donating goes to CASA's work helping victims and survivors of domestic violence.
Rick continues his conversation from Episode 71 with Sarah Says about free things at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. After that, Rick's wife Courtney joins the show to talk about a recent stay at Universal's Cabana Bay Resort at Universal Orlando Resort. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on the Ireland Way, go to casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/. All of the money goes directly to CASA to help victims and survivors of domestic violence.
Sarah Says joins Rick on this episode to talk about free items and experiences at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Rick will also have a solo dining review of NBC Sports Grill & Brew at Universal Orlando Resort. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on the Ireland Way, go to casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/. All of the money goes directly to CASA to help victims and survivors of domestic violence.
Rick leaves for Ireland today, and his 620-mile pilgrimage on the Ireland Way to raise money and awareness in the fight against domestic violence. Yesterday, he did a Facebook Live for the internet radio station WWW.iROCKRADiO.ME to promote his pilgrimage. Rick has worked for iRockRadio.me since December of 2015. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County, and help them help victims of domestic violence, please donate at www.casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/.
Marisa from Chicago continues her conversation with Rick about Star Wars:Galaxy's Edge for the three-year anniversary of the land. Later, Rick's wife Courtney is back on the show for a dining review of Be Our Guest in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World.
To donate to CASA of Pinellas County in honor of Rick's upcoming pilgrimage on the Ireland Way, go to casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/. All of the money goes directly to CASA to help victims and survivors of domestic violence.
Next week marks the three-year anniversary of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Marisa from Chicago joins Rick on the show this week to talk about the land. Sarah Says will also have some Walt Disney World news. To donate to CASA of Pinellas County in honor of Rick's upcoming pilgrimage on the Ireland Way, go to casapinellas.org/walkwithrick/. All of the money goes directly to CASA to help victims and survivors of domestic violence.
On Monday, Rick and Gillian got to ride the newest addition to Epcot, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. Hear what they thought in the immediate moments following their annual passholder previews. Hear what they thought of the ride in the first few minutes of the show.
After that, Sarah Says joins Rick to talk about Fantasyland at Disneyland. Hear what is a must-do and what can be skipped in the land in Walt's original park.
Marisa from Chicago is on the show this week to discuss what is right and what is wrong at Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. Sarah Says will also join us to talk about a popular event returning to Walt Disney World, and a new show coming to Disneyland.
Rick and his wife Courtney headed to Disney's Hollywood Studios for May the 4th to celebrate Star Wars Day on Batuu. Hear about all of the offerings, including the snacks
Rick took a recent trip to Pennsylvania, and visited Hersheypark, a piece of Walt Disney World history, and a lot more. Hear a little about that trip on this week's episode. After that, Rick's wife Courtney will be on the show to do a dining review for Spice Road Table in Epcot's World Showcase at Walt Disney World.
This is a fun episode where Rick talks with Sarah Says about actions to avoid at Walt Disney World.
To donate to Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence in honor of Rick's upcoming pilgrimage on the Ireland Way, click on the link...
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/walkwithrick
Hear about the recent Springtime Surprise Weekend at Walt Disney World; including the Expedition Everest 5K, Sunrise Yoga at Magic Kingdom, and the Tower of Terror 10-Miler. There will also be a preview for Epcot's International Food and Wine Festival and runDisney Marathon Weekend, as well.
To take part in the #WalkWithRick virtual 5K, sign up at this link, and help Rick raise money for Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence...
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/walkwithrick
Rick and Sarah Says discuss the two newest Disney movie sensations Encanto and Turning Red. Before that, Rick will go over some Walt Disney World news.
Just a reminder, Rick is going to be walking all 620-miles of the Ireland Way starting in June. He is doing this to raise money and awareness for Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence. To donate, please use this link...
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/walkwithrick Just $10, $15, or $20 can make a huge difference in helping Rick achieve his fundraising goals, and helping survivors of domestic violence and their families.
Rick will talk with Christina from Alaska, who recently returned to Disneyland for the first time since the parks reopened last year. She will talk about how things look on the ground at this point. Also, Sarah Says returns to the show to give us a preview of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort.
Of course, we are looking for 100 people to donate $10 each by Sunday for Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence. Here is the link...
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/RickDoughertysIrelandWalk/index.html
Marisa from Chicago is on the show this week to talk about runDisney, and her stay at Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort. Rick's wife Courtney will also join the show for a dining review of Mythos at Universal's Islands of Adventure.
Starting in June, Rick will be walking the 620-mile-long Ireland Way to raise money and awareness for Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence. As part of his preparation, he will be running the runDisney Tower of Terror 10-Miler on April 3rd of 2022. In honor of this run, Rick is asking anyone who has the means to donate just $1 per-mile for this race. If we can get 100 people to donate $10 before the start of the race, that will be another $1,000 for survivors of domestic violence and their families.
Here is the link...
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/RickDoughertysIrelandWalk/index.html
In June, Rick is starting his 620-mile pilgrimage on the Ireland Way. He is doing this to raise money and awareness of the non-profit organization Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence. Hear all about his plans and the organization in this week's episode
To donate to Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence in honor of Rick's pilgrimage
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/RickDoughertysIrelandWalk/index.html
Follow Rick at
facebook.com/PilgrimRickDougherty
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQB9cQr_0T50eb8okaCrbA
Twitter.com/PilgrimRickD
It has been almost two years since the closure at Walt Disney World. On today's show, both Sarah from Seattle and Marisa from Chicago join Rick to talk about when the parks announced they were closing, and what they think of the changes to the parks.
The link for Rick's fundraiser for Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence.
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/RickDoughertysIrelandWalk/index.html
Facebook.com/EarToThereRick
Twitter.com/rick_ear
Instagram.com/rickear2there
Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick takes a look at the opening day of Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival 2022. He shares some of the offerings, and a lot of the food. Rick is also joined by Instagrammer, The Sarah Enigma. Sarah is dealing with chronic illness, and has used Disney and Harry Potter in particular to inspire and assist others dealing with health issues.
For more information on Rick's upcoming pilgrimage to Ireland, or to donate to Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence in honor of his journey...
Facebook.com/EarToThereRick
Twitter.com/rick_ear
Instagram.com/rickear2there
Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Marisa from Chicago is back on the show to continue the conversation about the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort. After that, Rick's wife Courtney will join the episode for a dining review of Storybook Dining at Artist Point with Snow White at Disney's Wilderness Lodge at Walt Disney World.
To donate to Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence in honor of Rick's pilgrimage on the Ireland Way, here is the link...
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/RickDoughertysIrelandWalk/index.html
For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation...
rick@eartotheretravel.com
(727) 507-3123
Facebook.com/EarToThereRick
Twitter.com/rick_ear
Instagram.com/rickear2there
Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Marisa from Chicago is on the show this week to start a conversation about the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort. As a die-hard fan, she has a different perspective than Rick who has never seen the movies or read the books.
After that, Rick's wife Courtney will be back on the podcast for a dining review of Beaches & Cream Soda Shop at Disney's Beach Club Resort in Walt Disney World.
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/RickDoughertysIrelandWalk/index.html
For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation...
rick@eartotheretravel.com
(727) 507-3123
Facebook.com/EarToThereRick
Twitter.com/rick_ear
Instagram.com/rickear2there
Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Mardi Gras 2022 kicked off this past weekend at Universal Studios Florida. The festival features the return of the parade, food booths, and a lot more entertainment. Rick and his wife Courtney were both on hand for the opening weekend at UOR. Hear about everything on this episode of the podcast.
Sarah from Seattle will also update you on new and returning experiences on tap for Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.
Remember, Rick is going to be making a 620-mile pilgrimage in Ireland to raise money and awareness for Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence. Here is the link to contribute.
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/RickDoughertysIrelandWalk/index.html
For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation...
rick@eartotheretravel.com
(727) 507-3123
Facebook.com/EarToThereRick
Twitter.com/rick_ear
Instagram.com/rickear2there
Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
This week, Sarah from Seattle and Marisa from Chicago continue their conversation with Rick about why they all love Disney.
Rick had promised the fundraising link for Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence in honor of his pilgrimage along the Ireland Way later this year.
https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/RickDoughertysIrelandWalk/index.html
For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation...
rick@eartotheretravel.com
(727) 507-3123
Facebook.com/EarToThereRick
Twitter.com/rick_ear
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In honor of the One-Year Anniversary of the podcast, Sarah from Seattle and Marisa from Chicago join Rick for a fun discussion about why they became such huge Disney fans. After that, Rick's wife Courtney is on the show for a dining review of City Works at Disney Springs.
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The Figment popcorn buckets at Epcot's International Festival of the Arts went viral with super-long lines, but there is more to the festival than that. My friend Danielle and I discuss the food, entertainment, and...yes...the Figment popcorn buckets.
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Sarah from Seattle is on the show this week to talk about the nighttime spectaculars returning to Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure. Rick mentioned his fundraising efforts for Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence. Here is the link to donate... https://btsadv.salsalabs.org/RickDoughertysIrelandWalk/ (727) 507-3123
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Rick and Jeff from the blog Magical Pursuit continue their conversation about their recent visit to Kennedy Space Center. After that, Rick and his wife Courtney will have a dining review from Boma at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge in Walt Disney World.
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Rick and Jeff from the blog Magical Pursuit took at recent trip to Kennedy Space Center. This is a spot many vacationers consider visiting on a trip to Walt Disney World. In today's episode, the two of them may help some of you make that decision. Sarah from Seattle will also be on the show with some news about runDisney and tours at Walt Disney World.
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It is a busy episode this week, as Rick talks with Kiki from the vlog "That's So Kiki," and with Marisa from Chicago about the two new nighttime shows that debuted at Walt Disney World in 2022. Sarah from Seattle also updates on Epcot's International Festival of the Arts, which starts next month. Rick ends the show by giving a quick recap of his experience at Give Kids the World Village for Night of a Million Lights.
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Rick and Tye from North Carolina discuss their experiences at the Orlando Informer Meetup this past weekend at Universal Orlando Resort. Tye will also talk a little bit about her stop by Disney Springs to see some of the holiday decorations.
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Rick spends the first part of Episode 45 going over the holiday offerings at Universal Studios Florida, Universal's Islands of Adventure, Disney's Animal Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Magic Kingdom. After that, Rick is joined by his wife Courtney to discuss more of what is available at Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays. You can go back to Episode 44 to hear even more about Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays.
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Rick and his wife Courtney enjoyed the first weekend of Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays. Hear about some of the entertainment, merchandise, and...most importantly...the food. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation... (727) 507-3123 rick@eartotheretravel.com Facebook.com/EarToThereTravel Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
In honor of Thanksgiving, Sarah from Seattle joins Rick to talk about the Disney-related things for which they are both thankful. It is important to show gratitude to avoid becoming spoiled Disney fans.
After that, Rick's wife Courtney will be on the show to do a dining review of Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen in Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort.
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After a recent visit to Walt Disney World to experience the 50th Anniversary celebrations, Marisa from Chicago is back on the show to discuss dining, Genie+, Remi's Ratatouille Adventure, and our consensus pick for best resort on WDW property.
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Rick's friend from Pennsylvania joins the show this week to talk about her recent experiences at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort with her family. She brings a different perspective as someone traveling with a party of six kids; varying greatly in ages.
After that, Rick will be joined by Marisa from Chicago to discuss runDisney. Rick took part in the Wine & Dine 10K last week at Walt Disney World, and both Rick and Marisa are planning on some more runDisney events in the not-so-distant future.
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What is pin-trading at Walt Disney World? How does one get started? How much does it cost? WDW cast member Jeff, who also runs the blog Magical Pursuit, will answer these questions, and more. After that, Sarah from Seattle will join Rick to discuss their recent meal at Blue Bayou in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick continues his conversation with Sarah from Seattle about new things coming to, or that have already come to Walt Disney World with the 50th Anniversary. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next Walt Disney World vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Sarah from Seattle joins Rick to talk about the many things that have come or are still to come at Walt Disney World for the 50th Anniversary. This conversation will span two episodes, so they are discussing the more controversial items like Genie+ and the new nighttime shows in this week's episode. After that, Rick will be talking with his wife Courtney about their recent dining experiences at French Market in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Over the past three weeks, Marisa from Chicago and Rick have been counting down their fifty favorite things at Walt Disney World. In today's episode, they wrap-up the countdown with their top ten favorites. Rick is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner with Ear to There Travel, and his services are always 100% free to you. Just $200 down can lock in your next Walt Disney World or Disneyland vacation. rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
October 1st marked the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. In this episode, Rick will continue his list of 50 favorite things at WDW with Marisa from Chicago. After that, Rick's friend Gillian will talk about her experiences at Epcot on the day of the 50th anniversary. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
In honor of Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary, Rick is joined by Marisa from Chicago, as they countdown their 50 favorite things at the Most Magical Place on Earth. Today, they will go from 50-26. Where do they rank your favorite restaurants, rides, and shows? Do you agree with what they have to say? Add your opinions in the comments. They will continue their lists next week, on Episode 36. After that, Rick will talk with his wife Courtney about some more food items from Epcot's Food and Wine Festival. There are so many tasty options at this year's festival, that this is the third time Rick has had to share these different experiences with you. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast Rick's services are always 100% free to you, and just $200 down can lock in your next trip.
There is so much to do at Walt Disney World that is not inside the theme parks. Jeff, a WDW cast members, and the creator of the blog Magical Pursuit, will discuss some of those things you can do without a park ticket. You may be surprised how much you can accomplish on a rest day, or on a surprise visit to the resort. After that, Sarah from Seattle will ask Rick about his recent Annual Passholder Preview for Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, the new ride at Epcot's World Showcase. The ride, and its adjoining restaurant will officially open to guests on October 1st. Rick talks about both the ride and the food. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
When Rick and Sarah from Seattle recently visited Disneyland Resort for the first time since the parks reopened earlier this year, it was the first time for Sarah experiencing Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland, and it was both of their first times in Avengers Campus at Disney's California Adventure. Hear the two of them discuss both of these new lands. From Oga's Cantina to PYM Test Kitchen and so much more. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick and Sarah from Seattle recently returned to Disneyland for the first time since the parks reopened earlier this year. On this week's episode, they discuss the emotions of being back at Walt's original park; how safe they felt inside the parks; and some of the things they got to experience that week. At the end of the episode, Rick will also talk about some of the recent announcements that Disney has made about the theme parks that have angered a lot of Disney fans. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick is joined on this episode by Gillian. The two Disney fans spent a park day together in late-August in which they visited Oga's Cantina at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Disney's Hollywood Studios, and then headed over to Magic Kingdom for the After Hours Boo Bash. Hear about both of those experiences. Later, Rick will share his experiences from the official opening day of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Walt Disney World from two years ago this week. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
It is a bold claim, but Marisa from Chicago returns to the show this week to try and convince everyone that Disney's Animal Kingdom is the best theme park at Walt Disney World. Rick and Marisa discuss the rides, shows, food, theme, and other aspects of the park that may make her statement seem a little more understandable. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick is joined by Steven from the YouTube channel "A Life in the Parks." Steven lives in the United Kingdom, but shares older videos from Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and other theme parks and travel destinations. This content is a great way to reminisce on the way the parks used to look, or to see how they used to look for the first time. It is only by seeing how the parks have already grown that we will realize how lucky we are that they continue to grow. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or Universal vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 597-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick and Sarah from Seattle continue their conversation from Episode 27 where they talk about starting the planning process for a Walt Disney World vacation. Today, they will help you figure out what resort is the best one for your needs, and whether the Disney Dining Plan is right for you. After that, Jeff from the blog Magical Pursuit will be back on the show. Jeff and Rick will talk about recent visits to Epcot's Food & Wine Festival to try more-and-more items that are available at the food booths. In Episode 25, Rick and his wife Courtney talk about the festival in much greater detail, so make sure to check out that episode if you missed it. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Universal Orlando Resort, Universal Hollywood, or any other type of vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick and Sarah from Seattle tackle an important topic in this week's episode. When you have decided it is time to travel to Walt Disney World, how do you get started? Well, over the next two episodes, Rick and Sarah will provide you with some important questions you will want to answer about getting the ball rolling. Of course, the best way to start the process of planning a Disney or Universal vacation is to contact Rick, who is an Authorized Disney Travel Planner with Ear to There Travel. rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
To start today's episode, Marisa from Chicago joins Rick to continue their conversation on different things returning to Walt Disney World for the first time since the parks reopened one year ago this month. They will also sprinkle in a little talk about a few new things coming to Walt Disney World. Later, Rick is joined by his wife Courtney for a dining review of their recent visit to Biergarten in the Germany Pavilion at Epcot's World Showcase. This all-you-care-to-enjoy dining option may be one that you consider on your next visit. Hear about the food, service, theming, and entertainment in this in-depth review. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick visited Epcot on July 15th, the first day of the Food and Wine Festival. In addition to trying new items, he has experienced many of the items when they were offered in past years. In this episode, Rick and his wife Courtney go in-depth talking about all of the booths that can be found at Food and Wine, and what they like, don't like, and want to try in the future. The Epcot Food and Wine Festival will run through November 20th. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereTravel Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
It is July, and it is hot. You know where it is even hotter? Walt Disney World. Rick and Sarah from Seattle have you covered by telling you some of their favorite ways to escape the heat and rain when you are in the parks. At the end, Rick will tell you about three meals he experienced by himself in the parks. Just because he doesn't have someone else to interact with on a dining review, doesn't mean that you don't want to know about more places to get food at Walt Disney World. For a free, no-obligation quote on Walt Disney World vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
In another jam-packed episode of the show, Rick will talk with Marisa from Chicago about many of the things returning to Walt Disney World for the first time since the parks reopened one year ago this month. From fireworks to runDisney to festivals, there is a lot happening at the Most Magical Place on Earth. After that, Rick and his wife Courtney will have a dining review for Garden Grill Restaurant. Garden Grill is an all-you-care-to-enjoy restaurant in the Land Pavilion at Epcot. It is also a character dining experience. Hear about the food, atmosphere, and how Chip and Dale had a little fun with one of Courtney's friends. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast You can follow Marisa at Twitter.com/thinkmickeyblog.
In this episode, Rick has a conversation with Disney YouTuber Kiki from the vlog "That's So Kiki." They talk about her recent trip to Walt Disney World, and her current vlog series about that vacation. She also discusses other aspects of her channel, and why you will definitely want to be following her in the future. After that, Rick talks with his wife Courtney, and friend Jeff (check out his blog "Magical Pursuit") about their recent breakfast experience at The Wave of American Flavors at the Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World. This restaurant is going for a refurbishment later this month, and they wanted to give it a try before any changes were made to the popular dining location. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there
Despite pretending this is a surprise, Rick and Sarah from Seattle discuss their upcoming trip to Disneyland now that out-of-state guests are welcome back into the parks. This episode is wall-to-wall fun. Both Rick and Sarah are ecstatic for this trip. For a free, no-obligation quote on any vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast Find Sarah at... Twitter.com/sarahsays84
Rick talks with recently-rehired Walt Disney World cast member, Jeff. Jeff is raising money for LGBTQ+ youth this Pride Month; is running a blog, Magical Pursuit; and is always interested in talking "Who Framed Roger Rabbit." We cram a lot of topics into a relatively short time, and you will really enjoy this conversation. Towards the end of the episode, Rick's wife Courtney joins the show to help with a dining review for Terralina Crafted Italian in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick and Sarah from Seattle continue their discussion on what rides at Disneyland a guest can potentially skip if they are veterans at Walt Disney World. Last week, Rick and Sarah talked about Main Street USA, Adventureland, New Orleans Square, Critter Country, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, and Frontierland. This week, they will continue the conversation with Fantasyland, Mickey's Toontown, and Tomorrowland. Follow Sarah at Twitter.com/sarahsays84. Get a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation from Rick... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick and Sarah from Seattle start the show by discussing what rides at Disneyland a guest can potentially skip if they are veterans at Walt Disney World. This week, Rick and Sarah talk about Main Street USA, Adventureland, New Orleans Square, Critter Country, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, and Frontierland. Next week, they will continue the conversation with Fantasyland, Mickey's Toontown, and Tomorrowland. At the end of the episode, Rick will give his review of a recent visit to Oga's Cantina at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. Follow Sarah at Twitter.com/sarahsays84. Get a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation from Rick... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
In this episode, Rick has a conversation with Disney YouTuber Kiki from the vlog "That's So Kiki." They talk about her recent trip to Walt Disney World, and her current vlog series about that vacation. She also discusses other aspects of her channel, and why you will definitely want to be following her in the future. After that, Rick talks with his wife Courtney, and friend Jeff (check out his blog "Magical Pursuit") about their recent breakfast experience at The Wave of American Flavors at the Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World. This restaurant is going for a refurbishment later this month, and they wanted to give it a try before any changes were made to the popular dining location. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there
Rick continues his conversation with Marisa from Chicago, who returned to Walt Disney World earlier this month. It was her first time back to the parks since they reopened last year. Last week, she talked about the emotions of returning; experiencing Star Wars Day at Disney's Hollywood Studios; and acquiring a boarding group for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. This week, she park-hops to Magic Kingdom; uses that Rise of the Resistance boarding group; and heads to Disney's Animal Kingdom, which is fast becoming her favorite park. At the end, Rick and Marisa do a dining review from their lunch at Tiffins in Animal Kingdom. Follow Marisa at Twitter.com/thinkmickeyblog. Contact Rick for a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation. rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick talks with Marisa from Chicago, who made her first trip to Walt Disney World since the parks closed earlier this month. She went to check out A Taste of Epcot Flower and Garden Festival, Star Wars Day on May 4th at Hollywood Studios, and to eat at Tiffins in Disney's Animal Kingdom. Over the course of the next two episodes we will talk about her trip. What she thought of the safety measures; how it felt to be back in the parks she loves; and to review that meal at Tiffins. Follow Marisa at Twitter.com/thinkmickeyblog. Contact Rick for a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation. rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
Rick discusses the upcoming additions coming to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Orlando Resort. Among other things, he will be talking about Avengers Campus, VelociCoaster, Remi's Ratatouille Adventure, Tron Lightcycle Coaster, and Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary. This is going to be an exciting time for theme park enthusiasts.
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Host Rick Dougherty (@rick_ear) talks with two of his favorite people in the theme park community. First, he chats with Amanda (@chookybirdy76) from Scotland. We find out how Amanda's family loves to travel to Walt Disney World; when she will feel ready to return; and she even gives advice on what Americans should experience in Scotland. Later in the show, Rick and Christina (@MagicOnMainSt) talk from inside Universal's Islands of Adventure earlier this week. Both of them got to experience Universal Annual Passholder Previews for the new Velocicoaster. Hear Christina's immediate reaction to the new ride without spoilers. Connect with Rick Dougherty rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast Connect with Amanda Twitter.com/chookybirdy76 Connect with Christina Twitter.com/MagicOnMainSt
With Disneyland reopening this week, I am looking back to this past July when I got to experience the first week of reopening for the parks at Walt Disney World. In the span of four days, I visited all four WDW theme parks, and had emotional experiences. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation, rick@eartotheretravel.com. Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/rick_ear Twitter.com/tgttpodcast
For fun, host Rick Dougherty is joined by Marisa of the Think Mickey Blog to discuss under and overrated experiences throughout Walt Disney World. We love all of these things, but some things sneak under-the-radar and others have long lines. Follow the podcast at Twitter.com/tgttpodcast. Get in touch with Marisa at Twitter.com/thinkmickeyblog. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there
We are counting down the days until Disneyland opens to California residents on April 30th. After more than a year of closure, it is exciting for Walt's park to be getting ready to welcome guests again. Still, not everything will be available immediately. Host Rick Dougherty talks with Disneyland-regular Sarah from Seattle about what will not be ready on April 30th. Follow the podcast at Twitter.com/tgttpodcast. Follow Sarah at Twitter.com/sarahsays84. For a free, no-obligation quote on your next vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there
Host Rick Dougherty talks with frequent guest Sarah about Memory Maker or PhotoPass at Walt Disney World. They talk about different things offered by the service, and some of their favorite "Magic Shots" and photo locations. To get in touch with Rick... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Follow Sarah on Twitter at Twitter.com/sarahsays84.
Host Rick Dougherty returned to A Taste of Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival and Universal Studios Florida's Mardi Gras 2021: International Flavors of Carnival. This time, he visited with his wife Courtney, and the two of them will give you a look at more offerings at both events. This will be a great episode for those of you who love to hear about theme park food. For a free, no-obligation quote... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there
After the announcement from Universal that plans for their new theme park Epic Universe are going to be moving ahead in the next few years, host Rick Dougherty will discuss the new park with Marisa, a great member of the theme park community. Epic Universe is set to feature lands based on "How To Train Your Dragon," Classic Monsters, the "Fantastic Beasts" series, and the highly anticipated Super Nintendo Land.
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Host Rick Dougherty has already visited Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival in the first few weeks of operation. Rick's wife Courtney is getting ready to visit soon. The two of them will discuss this year's festival, while talking about favorite returning offerings from previous years. At the end of the episode, they will also have a review of Raglan Road, the Irish pub at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World in honor of Saint Patrick's Day. For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123 To see pictures and videos from the parks... Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there
Tall Guy Talks Travel host Rick Dougherty talks with former-WDW cast member Jeff Prebeg. Jeff is raising money for charity by going vegetarian for the month of March. Rick, as a vegetarian, is going to share a few of his favorite dining options at Walt Disney World. This will allow Jeff to enjoy the theme parks, while also keeping his vow to go meatless in March.
After that, Rick and his wife Courtney will have a dining review of Finnegan's Bar and Grill at Universal Studios Florida in honor of Saint Patrick's Day approaching next week.
Host Rick Dougherty spent Fat Tuesday at Universal Studios Florida for Mardi Gras 2021: International Flavors of Carnival. Hear about the atmosphere, floats, experiences, and...especially...the food. Rick and his wife Courtney wrap up the episode with a dining review for The Plaza Restaurant on Main Street USA in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. For pictures and videos from the theme parks... Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instragram.com/rickear2there For a free, no-obligation quote on a Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, or any other type of vacation... rick@eartotheretravel.com (727) 507-3123
Host Rick Dougherty talks with Sarah from Seattle about when she will feel comfortable taking her family back to a Disney theme park again. The two then have fun comparing rides, restaurants, and other experiences at Disneyland with their counterparts at Walt Disney World.
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Rick Dougherty and his wife Courtney discuss their recent stay at Universal's Endless Summer Resort: Dockside Inn & Suites from last month. This hotel opened to the public in December of 2020, so it is still super-new. Is it right for you and your family on your next Universal vacation? This episode may help you make that decision.
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Rick talks with Disney blogger and former-cast member Jeff Prebeg about the rumors that Disney is thinking about eliminating the timeline in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. While Rick and Jeff are both skeptical about the rumors, they have an interesting discussion about the timeline and how Disney could incorporate more Star Wars into the parks in a way that works with continuity.
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Rick Dougherty returns with a rebranded version of his travel podcast. In the inaugural episode, Rick and his wife Courtney discuss the offerings at A Taste of Epcot International Festival of the Arts at Walt Disney World.