Dave’s Disney view

 Overview: I took a trip to Walt Disney World and used FastPass+, and met up with a friend who used the Disability Assistance Pass. I talk about both, as well as Memory Maker. Plus, because I took a trip to the resort, I have some stories to tell.   Notes: My hat is off to parents of kids with special needs. I know what its like to have kids. I now have a (small) taste of what its like to have one who has special needs. I realize its a labor of love in its own way, but I can see its not always easy.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Overview: Mainly, the questions I have been getting lately revolve around a single theme: tell me more about the Magic Bands and Fast Pass. So, I decided to cover it all in a super-sized podcast! I cover some of the history, what it is and does, how it works, and give a few tips on how to get the most out of it. I hope you enjoy!   Notes: Visit Tourplans for tips and advice on visiting the parks. I neglected to mention that the Magic Bands can also be used to link your Photopass photos.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Overview: Today's podcast is a look at Disney happenings. I cover a lot of things that have been happening over the last few months - the Disney no fly zone, new development and environmental mitigation, some new things to see at Disney World including TCM presents the Great Movie Ride and removal of the Sorcerers hat. Plus there is some discussion about new movies.    Notes: For the First Time in Forever... I Did Not Enjoy My Vacation to Disney  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Overview: Onnie applied to be on the Disney Mom's Panel, and she's here to tell us all about her experience. Plus, we naturally talk about Disney World, trip planning, and some favorite attractions! Take a listen and see how she followed (and continues to follow) her dream.   Notes: Visit the Disney Mom's Panel to learn more and ask a question of one of the moms (and dads). Gary Buchanan is the manager of social media for Disney Parks. You can find his blog entries here:http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/author/gbuchanan/  Follow Onnie on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/Onnie5000 http://instagram.com/Onnie5000/  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Overview: Its a podcast so big that it spans two episodes! Today, I am in the Magic Kingdom trying out my MagicBand, FastPass+, and checking out some of the changes that have taken (or are taking!) place. Come and take a listen as I spend my day wandering around and telling stories...   Notes: I didn't like the feeling of the MagicBand on my arm, but overall, the system was working well enough. I found the experience enjoyable overall. The two pieces of music you hear are from the MainStreet Marching Band and Jim - the long-time pianist outside of Casey's Corner.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Overview: Near the end of the Food & wine Festival, I finally found a day to enjoy the event. I brought my recorder, and tell you all about my experience! I've got some thoughts about the dishes I tried, the app I created, and some of the fun things to see and do. Come in and take a listen to my day enjoying Epcot's Food & Wine Festival!   Notes: I am looking for feedback on the app, if anyone happened to use it. Feel free to send me an email if you think of anything. I know, for example, that having a way to plan things to try would be helpful. The guitarist heard in the podcast is Gerardo Manrique.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Overview: I took a trip to the Pacific Northwest over the summer, and I found some interesting things that tie back to Disney in some small ways. I also rode the monorail in Seattle, and its a cool trip down memory lane...so I spend some time talking about how it relates to Disney history.   Notes: The story of Puddles can be found in Episode #14 ... visit NPS.gov to learn about National Parks.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Overview: Mayhem may not be quite the right word, but I do talk about Fastpass+ in general and how it works. And then I move on to some things that are happening around FastPass+. New "limited tests" with Toy Story Midway Mania, and with the Be Our Guest Restaurant. What does it all mean? And I talk about ApplePay and its connection to the MagicBands.   Notes: Much of this is speculative, but based on some facts, and I don't claim to have any amazing inside scoop. Its my best guess.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Overview: This podcast has some followup thoughts and comments about the ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter, from some of its original concepts, to one part of the show that left...and then I talk about its closure. Afterward, I talk about the show that replaced it, which is a truly terrible attraction - Stitch's Great Escape.   Notes: The movie review is from Jeremy Jahns (http://www.jeremyjahns.com/). I am amazed at how much history there is in this attraction.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Overview: This podcast takes a look at what came after Mission to Mars closed in the Magic Kingdom. In short, it was a creative thrill ride that didn't provide physical thrills, but rather psychological ones. Seize the future with XS! Notes: Michael Eisner asked for it to be more terrifying along the way. And the Imagineers had to work with the existing building, and most of the set designs in order to keep costs down. Arguably, this is one of the most non-Disney attractions ever put in to the Magic Kingdom.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Its more Disney news, kind of.... I take a look at changes that have come and are coming to the world. In particular I look at Frozen taking over the Maelstrom. Remember there's a social app to use as you experience the Food & Wine Fest at EPCOT. Its only for the iPhone (sorry other users, but I'm an apple developer).... The basic premise is this: you show up at the F&W Fest and wonder where should I start? What's trending? What do people like? So you open the app, and search for food. Its totally social, so as people try a dish, they can give it a thumbs up (or down), write a review, or rate it on a 5-star scale. And after you try it, you can too! Plus you can tweet about it - and check the twitter feed to see what others have to say about #EpcotFoodAndWine. Best of all, its free! Check it out here: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=909839806&mt=8 Or if you don't have an i-device visit the mobile site: http://disneypodcast.net/foodandwine/   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Its a dose of Disney news. DeadMau5 takes on Disney. An update on the legal action with the old Guest Assistance Card. Information about Disney Springs. Frozen. Frozen. And more Frozen. And a few other updates from around the Parks. Enjoy!   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 This episode is an overview - or primer - of the Food and Wine Festival. In it I mention a social app for you to use as you experience the Food & Wine Fest at EPCOT. Its only for the iPhone (sorry other users, but I'm an apple developer).... The basic premise is this: you show up at the F&W Fest and wonder where should I start? What's trending? What do people like? So you open the app, and search for food. Its totally social, so as people try a dish, they can give it a thumbs up (or down), write a review, or rate it on a 5-star scale. And after you try it, you can too! Plus you can tweet about it - and check the twitter feed to see what others have to say about #EpcotFoodAndWine. Best of all, its free! Check it out here: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=909839806&mt=8 Or if you don't have an i-device visit the mobile site: http://disneypodcast.net/foodandwine/   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 We heard the sad news that Robin Williams has died of an apparent suicide. Robin had a long history with Disney, so I thought I would pay tribute by counting down the top 5 appearances in movies and the theme park. This podcast is over the usual time, but it seemed worthwhile given his wit - and contributions.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 After Flight to the Moon, Disney closed the attraction and re-opened it as Mission to Mars. Today, we pay tribute to that attraction.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message