Welcome Home: A Disney Parks & DVC Podcast

Episode 366: Lakeshore Lodge First Wave Experience & 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

On This Episode Disney Vacation Club revealed a first-look at room renderings and concept artwork for the upcoming Lakeshore Lodge, featuring Waterfront Lake Houses, Duo

Episode 365: More D23, Halloween Merch & EPCOT Tables

On This Episode The guys finish their D23 coverage with an overview of limited edition dolls, toys and plushes now available in the Disney Store. Disney Entertainment sh

Episode 364 Part 2: D23 Disney Experiences Showcase Review

On This Episode The guys give a complete breakdown of the D23 Horizons Disney Experiences showcase. A new season of The Imagineering Story is announced for Disney+. New

Episode 364 Part 1: Tom's Trip Report & More Lakeshore Lodge Updates

On This Episode On this episode, Tom shares a full trip report covering a recent Walt Disney World vacation. Highlights include arriving at Bay Lake Tower, dealing with

Waitlist: Franken-Resort

On This Episode On this episode of the Waitlist, Tom and Trevor build the ultimate "Franken-Resort" using their favorite elements from Disney properties around the globe

Episode 363: Tom's Trip Update, Haunted Mansion Updates & Villains Merch

On This Episode The guys discuss unique regional food preferences. Tom had a last minute change to his Disney trip. The guys answer a listener’s questions about which Pi

Episode 362: Disney Experiences Auction, Disney Worldbuilders & Halloween Food Preview

On This Episode Disney Vacation Club announces the Welcome Home Weeks sweepstakes for a chance to win a spot on the 2027 Member Cruise. Member perks for Welcome Home Wee

Episode 361: Mickey Mouse Club Reboot, Magic of Disney Animation Opening & D23 Preview

On This Episode Tom talks about introducing his daughter to new rides on his upcoming trip. Two pools are renamed at Disney Lakeshore Lodge. Disney+ orders a pilot for a

Episode 360: Fort Wilderness Updates & Space Mountain Rumors

On This Episode Fort Wilderness debuts a new zero-entry pool area and a refreshed lobby experience. A new lineup of character meet-and-greets, entertainment options, and

Episode 359: American Adventure, One Billionth Guest at Disneyland & Haunted Mansion Merch

On This Episode Tom talks about how he celebrated the 4th of July. Walt Disney Imagineering shares a behind-the-scenes look at the engineering and technology powering Th

Episode 358: Behind the Attraction, Pirates Update & Holiday Previews

On This Episode Behind the Attraction Season 3 debuts on Disney+ with a deep dive into the history and creation of Disney Cruise Line. The Disney Store is launching a ne

Episode 357: Lakeshore Lodge Pool, Hurley-Burly & Eat to the Beat

On This Episode DVC Members can receive a special keepsake at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party on select nights this fall. Disney gave a first look inside the updat

Episode 356: DVC Resale Market, Legit Poutine & Patriotic Treats

On This Episode The guys are joined by Kerri from DVC Resale Market to discuss recent resale trends, right of first refusal (ROFR), continued low inventory, flat resale

Episode 355: Lakeshore Lodge Updates, Monstropolis & Halloween at Disneyland

On This Episode A recent timeshare license application reveals that Lakeshore Lodge will be the second largest DVC resort. Disney released new details about the upcoming

Episode 354: Magic of Disney Animation, Disney Weather App & Carousel of Progress Updates

On This Episode The guys discuss an Imagineering video about the new Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run update. All inventory at Disney's Riviera Resort has officially bee

Episode 353: Smugglers Run Updates, Main St Lego Set & Trader Sam's Mugs

On This Episode A new Disney+ special will highlight the behind-the-scenes creation of the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Disney gave a first lo

Episode 352: Bluey's Wild World, Muppet Animatronics & Soarin' Across America

On This Episode Tom shares the details of his newly booked Walt Disney World vacation. Bluey’s Wild World at Disney's Animal Kingdom will use a virtual queue when it ope

Episode 351: Welcome Home Weeks, Big Thunder Reopening & Fairy Bread

On This Episode DVC shared the details of the return of Welcome Home Weeks, including a 40% dining discount at select restaurants and free treats for members. Disney ann

Episode 350: More Lakeshore Lodge, Halfway to Halloween & Disney Super App

On This Episode Tom makes a correction from the last episode and discusses a recent experience with drones. New concept art for the upcoming Lakeshore Lodge reveals deta

Episode 349: Lakeshore Lodge Updates, Living with the Land Ambience & Bluey Merch

On This Episode New details are revealed for Lakeshore Lodge, the nature-inspired resort at Walt Disney World scheduled to open in summer 2027. Walt Disney Imagineering