Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: We love Disney for the parks, but before there were parks, there were movies. For me I personally love the animated movies – especially the animated ones. There is just something so personal about the hand drawn art style Disney was known for. Join my guest Cody and I as we talk about all of our favorite animated films and where to find them in the parks! If you missed us last…
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I'm Stephen Ashley. My wife and I are huge fans of Disney World. I'm the author of Walt Disney World With Disabilities. I also wrote a book called Walt Disney World Made Easy for Everyone, but rather than have it published, at this point we've decided to place all the material from the manuscript on this website so everyone can have access to it! I hope you enjoy it, and I hope it makes your day just a little bit brighter and easier.
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Personally I like that every so often Disney will show sections of new movies in the Disney Parks! It’s a great way to decide if it’s something you’d like to see once it’s out. Starting on October 7, 2016 you’ll be able to catch 10 minutes of the new film called Doctor Strange when you’re at Disney. The movie won’t be released until November 4th, 2016. Doctor Strange, is a Marvel fantasy about a neurosurgeon, played by Benedict Cumberbatch, who’s lost his career. He ends up becoming a super powerful sorcerer taught by the “Ancient One”, played by Tilda Swinton. The movie also stars Rachel McAdams, Mads Mikkelsen…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome back Dudes and Dudettes to episode 6 of The Disney Dude Podcast. I am your host, the Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. I hope you enjoyed the last episode where the awesome people from Behind the Magic and I discussed all of the changes coming to Disney: from Marvel and Star Wars, all the way to Pandora from James Cameron’s Avatar. This week I am joined by: Dominic Pisano of Plantoons…
Written by Catherine Lauer Have you ever thought of attempting to go to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, but felt overwhelmed by the crowds, planning and the price? Disney World is giving you another much more low key way to celebrate those ghouls at Hollywood Studios! Minnie’s Halloween Dine at Hollywood and Vine is a dinner event held in Hollywood Studio’s restaurant, called Hollywood and Vine. It will be offered from September 12 through November 6, 2016. This is a full buffet dinner with Minnie along with her best pals: Mickey, Donald, Daisy and Goofy. They’ll all visit Minnie at…
By Rebecca Joy (Updated July 2018) Disney World is in the middle of an area that is known for it’s plentiful mosquitoes. However most people notice that they rarely get bitten when they’re at Disney. Are you heading to Disney World, but wondering about mosquitoes, and viruses such as Zika? That’s a reasonable concern and even Disney has taken notice and taken action. At Walt Disney World they’re now offering guests free insect repellent. What’s does this mean? Are Zika and other mosquito borne illnesses really a concern for those visiting Disney World? First let’s talk about what Disney is Doing…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome back Dudes and Dudettes. Here’s Episode 5 of The Disney Dude, and I am your host the Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. I hope you enjoyed the last episode where the fine folks from Modern Mouse Radio and The Mickey Dudes podcast, along with your humble host, discussed some of the crazy rumors that are making the rounds. If you are a fan of Disney World gossip be sure to check it out…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome back Dudes and Dudettes to Episode 3 of The Disney Dude. I am your host the Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. I hope you enjoyed the last episode where John Panda and I discussed in GREAT detail why Disney is in fact for Adults. It was definitely a blast and worth a listen. This week I am joined by an oddity in the Disney fandom, a first timer who just returned…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome back Dudes and Dudettes. This is Episode 2 of The Disney Dude. I am your host, the Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. I hope you enjoyed the last episode where my guest Michael Kay and I discussed why we love Disney as much as we do, along with a little insight into why I have chosen to start sharing my love for Disney with everyone else. If you are just joining…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome everyone to Episode 1 of The Disney Dude. I am your host The Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. Today is a very special Episode. It is the start of a journey that has been years in the making. I am finally able to share with the world, my thoughts and ideas regarding one of, if not my most favorite things, Disney. Now Disney means a lot of different things to a…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Hello Everyone and Welcome Back! It’s been far, Far too long! Due to some technical issues The Disney Dude was taken offline for just a bit, but I am back and better than ever! With that being said This week’s episode is going to be a blast. Fuel has been added to the rumor mill, so my guest and I are going to burn through them all! This week I am joined…
By Rebecca Joy As if you needed another reason for signing up for a Chase Disney Visa debit or credit card, Walt Disney World has just announced that Chase will return again to sponsor this fall’s Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. That gives Chase card holders some great perks at the Epcot Food & Wine Festival! Signature dining experiences – With world-renowned chefs (separately priced events). Advanced booking of Festival Events – For a limited time, cardholders receive early access on July 19 and 20 to book reservations for special events at the Festival before opening to the general public…
By Teresa Dec In the Disney World Parks: What do you need to know? After all your research and careful planning, you’re finally at Walt Disney World! Your only goal now should be to have a great time, yet you may still feel some anxiety about managing as a Pooh-sized guest. If you are an energetic and agile plus-sized person, you may be less concerned about movement and more apprehensive about fitting. If you have less mobility, you may wonder how easy it will be to get in and out of ride vehicles. We’ll talk about all those things. This is Part…
Tips for Managing Diabetes While visiting Disney World! With a little pre-planning you can have a wonderful time at Disney World while taking great care of your health at the same time. In addition to my own contributions to this article as a Type 2 diabetic, we got input from a number of awesome Disney World fanatics. They include Disney Genius and nurse, Sue Mickelson; Mike Tuchman, a Disney Cast Member, long-time diabetic and Disney expert; and Kevin Keen who is an 18 year old type 1 diabetic and Annual Passholder. A big thank you goes out to all of them! Remember that we’re not doctors, and you…
Tips for visiting Disney World with medication and medical supplies With some good planning up front, you should have no problem dealing with your medications and medical supplies during your trip to Disney World. 1. If you’re flying to Disney World with medication: Check the current TSA Rules for flying with Medication or Medical Supplies. Visit the Travel Security Administration site for up-to-date rules here. Always keep your medication on you in your carry-on, purse or pocket. If you put it in luggage that you check in, you run a very big risk of losing it. See #10 below for info on medical…
Who should be concerned about the sun and heat while visiting Disney World? EVERYONE visiting Disney World needs to take reasonable precautions because of the climate. This is especially true of the warmer, wetter months. We’ll discuss what you can do to have a more comfortable and safe trip. Also, certain conditions and medications create the need to avoid or limit sun and heat exposure. Be sure to talk to your doctor and get his/her recommendations if you feel you may have a health condition that makes you vulnerable to the heat and sun. What’s the Florida weather really like?…
