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Fixing Magic Kingdom: Tomorrowland
Don’t call it a come back. Call it what it is: a return from sadness. I stopped writing because of sadness. My state government will not allow me to travel to Florida, but with the vaccine being rolled out and my son 2/3 of the way cooked, we have booked a trip in...
Disney 2020 Trip Report with Tips for the “New” 2020
Disney in 2020 is a different animal. I realize that every family has different comfort levels about traveling right now and you need to make the decision that is best for your family. The information contained in this post is to let you know what I experienced during...
I Predict Derek and Doug’s Favorite and Least Favorite Lands at Disney
OK rope droppers, this is going to be a fun blog. As I'm writing this, Derek and Doug are recording the latest episode of Rope Drop Radio. This week Derek and Doug will be choosing their favorite and least favorite lands in all four Walt Disney World theme parks. So...
Drinking Around the World In Epcot’s World Showcase – The Correct way to do it
Drinking around the world Debate There has been a lot of internet debate on which way to drink beers around the world in Epcot. I am here to set the record straight. There is a correct way to do this and if you're not following it are you really drinking around the...
Inside the NBA Bubble
Hey Rope Droppers, This is a little bit less of a blog more of a good look inside the NBA Disney Bubble. The Philadelphia 76ers' Rookie Matisse Thybulle is taking it upon himself to document his time spent at the Walt Disney World Resort, as players prepare for games...
My Disney Story Past, Present, and Future.
Meet Gary! Hello Rope Droppers! If you are reading this, I assume you listened to my beautiful voice on Rope Drop Radio July 3rd. ( If you haven't, please download, rate , and subscribe. You can also leave a comment and Doug will read it.) Anyway, going on Rope Drop...
One Must Do and One Miss it. In all four Walt Disney World Parks.
This should be a fun one, everyone who is a Disney fan has their favorites and, let’s face it, attractions they are okay with missing. Below, I lay out my 1 must and 1 miss from each park. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Must Do - Expedition Everest Not well know, I am...
Animatronic Shows In Magic Kingdom Ranked
Ranking the Magic Kingdom Animatronic Shows 1-4 OK, let me lay out some ground rules. We are only talking about the shows in Magic Kingdom that have Animatronics as their main performers. Also, the show needs to be more show than ride, so I am including the Carousel...
RDR 198: Walt Disney World Travel Bingo and crowd updates
We've created BINGO for all you Disney fanatics. Play along at the parks. First to get a blackout wins a Rope Drop Radio prize pack tag us in all your pictures on social media. We also discuss the recent crowd levels and some strategies around it. Want to play...
Christmas Gift Ideas For a Disney Fan
Do you happen to have a few Disney fans to do some Christmas shopping for? This year we at Rope Drop radio want to help you out by getting the ball rolling for you on your Disney Christmas Gift ideas. What does that Disney fan truly want other then a table at...
Boarding A Disney Cruise Line Ship by Back to the Mouse
This Blog is written by the one and only Joe Kaplan from Back to the Mouse. His website is a geat tool for preparing for a Disney Cruise Line vacation. His trip reports are detailed and really do a good job of taking you along for the ride. He also has other things...
How To Become a Galactic Hero
Becoming a Galactic Hero on Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin! Obtaining a perfect score on an amusement park ride seems trivial in the grand scope of life, but this is bigger then that. This attraction located in the Magic Kingdom of Walt Disney world offers you...