DisneyDaddy returns to the WDW Radio Show

Once again, I had the distinct pleasure to appear again on the WDW Radio Show with Lou Mongello.  In this show, we discuss the hidden treasures of Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Be sure to give the show a listen, and my great thanks to Lou for having me on the show again!

http://www.wdwradio.com/2013/09/show-336-hidden-treasures-disneys-hollywood-studios-september-15-2013/

Photo Friday - Images of the 2010 half

 

It's time for another Photo Friday and in honor of the upcoming RunDisney events next week, I'm giving you a special two-fer today!  These shots come from the 2010 half marathon.  Above, I was running through the Magic Kingdom.  Just down on the far left side of the spectators (can't see in this shot) is Lou Mongello and the WDW Radio Running Team cheering section, unless Lou happens to be on one of his many side trips to get coffee, as he was this morning.

 

Likewise this shot is later on in the event, less than a mile from the finish line, showing how the runners come into Future World by the Seas with Nemo pavilion, run down toward the entrance to World Showcase, turn around and head back past Spaceship Earth again and head out toward the far eastern parking lot area and the finish line. 

Now let me lay a bit of the scene for those of you not familiar with the 2010 half and full marathons.  First off, it was FREEZING.  I mean that literally.  The water stations were freezing up.  At the start of the half marathon it was actually lightly snowing.  Yes, you read correctly, snow in Florida.  A few hours later the light snow became a light sleet then a light and cold rain.  It might not have been the best running conditions, but we all still had a great time (right Lori and Mitch!!).  I can say this, it was one Disney experience I will never forget.

DisneyDaddy featured in Southern Living Magazine

In the June 2011 edition of Southern Living Magazine, yours truly and good friend Lou Mongello from the WDW Radio Show and Celebrations Magazine are among five Disney experts providing tips for those visiting Walt Disney World in an article celebrating the 40th anniversary of WDW.

While I knew this issue was coming out today, it's still a big thrill to see the article finally in print. I'm especially thankful to Southern Living Magazine reporter Elizabeth Passarella and the staff at Southern Living.

To read the article, just pick up the June 2011 edition of the magazine, or go to the Disney section of Southern Living Magazine.

UPDATE (5/23/11): Several folks have commented about the "never pay for parking" tip. I did not provide this tip, nor do I support this tip. Parking at Downtown Disney and then trying to get to the parks is a bad idea and is incredibly time-consuming, mostly because you have to transfer at a resort. Second, you're trying to cheat the system. It's not worth the hassle. Just pay for parking.

DisneyDaddy featured on WDWRadio show two straight weeks

I've again had the great honor of being a guest on Lou Mongello's WDW Radio show for two straight weeks. Please consider listening to show 153 where Lou and I talk about some of the kid-friendly aspects of Epcot and show 154 where I join a roundtable review of the 2010 Marathon Weekend.

You can find both shows in the iTunes podcast directory or at www.wdwradio.com.

DisneyDaddy returns to WDW Radio Show

I, once again, had the distinct honor of joining Lou Mongello on the WDW Radio Show this week. We discussed character dining and the best ways to meet characters for photos and autographs. This segment is based on a Tip Tuesday post from March 24.

My thanks to Lou for having me on the show once again!

DisneyDaddy returns again to WDW Radio Show

Be sure to catch show #109 of Lou Mongello's WDW Radio Show as Lou and I discuss another Tip Tuesday topic: Pin trading the family fun way. I would like to again thank Lou for the opportunity to be on his podcast. He always is a great person to talk with. I hope you enjoy the segment!

Disney Daddy returns to the WDW Radio Show

Once again I had the pleasure of recording a segment with Lou Mongello of the WDW Radio Show, which is running in this week's show (#106). Lou and I discuss another "Best of the Best" at Walt Disney World, and that is Disney's PhotoPass and how to make the most of this service. For more on my thoughts about making the most of PhotoPass, be sure to read my very first Tip Tuesday post.

My sincere thanks again to Lou for having me on the show - it's always a big thrill!

DisneyDaddy featured on the WDW Radio Show

Last week, I had the distinct privledge to record a segment about pressed pennies with Lou Mongello of the WDW Radio Show. Together we discussed one of the "Best of the Best" of Walt Disney World and fun collectibles - pressed pennies.

Be sure to check out the show #99. You can download the show in iTunes, or go to the WDW Radio Show site.

For more information about pressed pennies, be sure to check out my two Tip Tuesday posts on the subject.

• Part one
• Part two