Showing posts with label Grand Floridian. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Grand Floridian. Show all posts

Thursday, May 9, 2024

Ep 204. The One with the Resort Talk

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In the 204th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are a day away (at the recording) from heading to the Caribbean -- Sandals Negril Resort in Jamaica, to be exact, on a travel agent group.

Before they split, however, they cover the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party news released with party dates and details (prices were not out at time of recording, but are available now).

Then, we present the audio of the most recent Travel With the Stars, the YouTube show hosted by Jenn herself, featuring Dave, with fellow agents Jamie and Emily.  It's a fun conversation about the Disney resorts, and so many of the things to do from Pop Century resort  to Grand Floridian, and all in between.

Plus, the infamous Surrey Bike ride of 2022... 

Dave & Jenn will be back next week with a full report on Sandals in Jamaica as well! 



Thursday, December 14, 2023

Ep 184. The One with Disney Resorts at Christmas

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In the 184th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are ready for Christmas!  Both are getting their own homes ready for the holiday week, and also thinking of Disney resorts in this season.  And joining the show is frequent guest and almost third co-host #KylaKylaKyla - Kyla Melberg.

Jenn, Dave, and Kyla chat up the Christmas season at Disney World, and give their take on the five best resorts to stay in and visit while at WDW.  From the Boardwalk area to the monorail resorts, to Disney Springs, and even a value resort tossed in.

Plus, Dave explains to Kyla what it means to be a Hallmark movie.  

Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Ep 147. The One with the Grand Floridian

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In the 147th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave kick off the show with a house update from Jenn, and planning a Disney trip around an overly excited 11yo at d$'s house. 

But first... a handful of news bites, including the reopening of ToonTown at Disneyland Park, as well as the soft opening of Tron in Magic Kingdom, and a great change to Genie+.

Then, advice on why you should never assume Disney will be slow, and why you pretty much need to have a plan when you go.

Finally... a look at the history of the Grand Floridian, including what it was supposed to be (an Asian themed resort?), how it morphed into what it is now, and the beauty and wonder of the resort itself -- including how Disney helps you not be disoriented when you come into the lobby from the 2nd floor.

Plus, Jenn's own take on her favorite restaurants there, the Enchanted Rose, Victoria & Alberts, the best shops, and why she feels so at home when she stayed at the Grand Flo.

Thursday, March 24, 2022

Ep 097. The One with Tickets, Passes, & Hoppers

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In the 97th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave welcome back to the show their very own Quasi Producer Heather, as they tackle what has become a tricky trio of topics.. Park Tickets... Park Hoppers... and Park Pass Reservations.

First up, a list of quick hit news topics, including masks on Skyliners... the Aloha show says Aloha... Vic & Al's coming back... new DVC resorts... Tumble Monkey's tumble again... another Guardians update... and Universal sensory rooms and park pass polling. 

Then, some good chatter about the ins and outs of buying tickets at Disney World in this post-Covid era, along with getting your park pass reservations, and when to use park hoppers - and do you even need park hoppers?  Plus, opinions on pros and cons of the way it's being done, including Heather's defense of Park Pass Reservations. 

A fun discussion, hopefully informative to you who may be confused -- and a refresher to the experts! 

Thursday, March 17, 2022

Ep 096. The One with The Disney Underground

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In the 96th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave decided it was finally time to bring a guest to the show, so naturally, they chose someone awesome -- like Gene FitzMagic from the FPE Network on YouTube, with The Disney Underground Podcast, the Magical Lifestyle, live shows and so much more all online. 

After the initial How'd You Disney chat, they talk about the Festival of Fantasy... Genie+ evolution... Jenn's new (Grand) Flow... Tron testing... and whether people actually knew the Epcot Experience existed, much less closed.

And then, Five Magical Questions with FitzMagic, including building your best Disney meal... taking the greatest Disney stroll... Muppets on a ride... swapping with Universal... and experience an attraction with Walt.  

Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Ep 092. The One with Happy Places in Disney

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In the 92nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave talk happy things - that being happy spots in Disney World. 

First, a slew of news stories, including Grand Flo's refurb, plus what makes a good bathroom... Splash Mountain's refurb, and Dave's prediction for the big change... Popcorn Buckets, Park Passes, 2023 Packages, and Disneyland news.  Plus, the new Storyliving idea, how to give Cast Compliments, and animated film Oscars. And yes, MASKS B Gone. 

Then, Jenn & Dave look at each park, giving their favorite spots that just make them happy to be at WDW, those spots that give you the "I'm home" feelz. 

And, a reminder that Galactic Starcruiser doesn't actually go into space. 

Thursday, April 1, 2021

046. The One with the Disney Park Draft

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In the 46th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave talk a little about Dave's recent trip, some next week's news, then stage the very first MSEPodcast Theme Park Draft. It's no fun with just the two hosts, so Chris, Catron, and Ryan from the IAmGeek podcast join the show to create parks of their own!

A little trivia determines who goes first, then everything and anything at WDW is fair game -- attractions, resorts, restaurants... and lightsaber shops? That too.

This is a hilarious hour as everyone grabs the good attractions, and even some bad attractions, and can Jenn get The Grand Floridian before anyone else does? Will d$ take any of the All Stars?  And will Ryan realize there is more than Star Wars at Walt Disney World? 

Thursday, December 24, 2020

032. The One with the Christmas Gifts

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In the 32nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are talking Christmas!  

First, a little Disney'ing with packing for a trip, doing some dining, and decorating for the season, and then in a special Christmas episode, they each give their outrageous Disney themed Christmas lists -- from collectibles to experiences to cruises to jewelry and more! 

Plus a little more down to Earth last minute gift ideas, the Bougee of Jenn, helping a guest on a sickly day, and All Star Sports. 


Wednesday, October 14, 2020

019. The One with Disney Road Trips

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Disney's Hilton Head swimming pool area, though we
know Jenn would never get in the water

On the 19th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave share a little Disney travel planning experience in both dining dumpster fires and quoting... then some news on The Grand Floridian reopening... Halloween Horror Night's mini weekend... water park reopenings... and Marvel and Pixar TV & movie news.  

Then a few stories about Disney road tripping, including Jenn's visit to Hilton Head, SC... Dave's advice on always having quarters and looking for Wal-Marts... and just a lot of random laughter. 

Wednesday, June 10, 2020

104: The One with Christine in Fantasyland


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On this episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast!  Jenn's other podcast, Divas Dish Diz, has a few co-hosts, and one of them, Christine Fox, joins our show!

First up, How Did You Disney? is answered by some Haunted Mansion, Donald Duck, and Grand Floridian

Then, the show welcomes entrepreneur, Disney park enthusiast, mom, friend, and much more, Christine helps Jenn & Dave run through Fantasyland, attraction by attraction, including some dining, and declare it overrated, underrated or rated... rated...

Who thinks Peter Pan is overrated?  Who declares Its a Small World underrated?  And a few quick stories behind the scenes from Christine.


And a Magical Moment for you involving some vintage Disney swag from the early 80s (see pic below!)

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The Shirt in question during Dave's Magical Moment (Or rather, his wife Steph!)