Grim Grinning Guys: Disney World (WDW) & Other Travel Planning

Ep. 229: To Be or Not to Be...That’s Right

One of our most controversial (?) segments is back, as we head to the year 2050 to talk to our future selves! What is still around at WDW? Is Genie+ still a thing? Have they added a fifth gate? Join the conversation as we discuss all of this and more in one of our "wackier" episodes!

This one's for you, Dad Lightyear.

THROWBACK Episode: Revisiting #152

Hey there, happy haunts! Due to the stomach bug impeding on the GGG recording schedule, we don't have a new episode for you this week (we'll be back to our "regularly scheduled programming" next week), we are reposting one of our listeners' all-time favorites, Episode #152: Making the Case with Douglas T. Bates IV! We think you'll laugh and have fun listening to us get roasted...again.

See you next week!

Ep. 228: New Changes at WDW

Welcome Mortals!  This week we discuss some of the changes coming to WDW that could affect your travel plans.  As always, thanks for listening and have a great week.

Ep. 227: Disney Cruise Line 101

Welcome aboard, foolish mortals!  In today's episode we head out to sea to discuss the Disney Cruise Line for the very first time. Matt shares some of his recent experiences with DCL as he shares why it's his new favorite way to experience Disney! Listen in as we discuss dining (of course), entertainment, Castaway Cay, the kids clubs and more. AND, for the first time in show history, one of our children join us to share their thoughts, as well!

It's certainly a MILESTONE episode that you don't want to miss!

Ep. 226: Guys’ Trip RTR

It's time for another RTR from our guys trip back in February.  Perhaps our manliestly episode ever, but then again perhaps not.  Have a great week!

Ep. 225: Clay’s Super Family RTR

Hello, listeners.  Today we have friend of the show, Clay, on to give us an RTR of his family trip back in May.  If you have an interest in joining the GGG for an RTR or send a show idea send us an email at grimgrinningguys@gmail.com or reach out to us on X or Facebook.  Have a great week!

Ep. 224: Genie+ and Lightning Lane Tips!

Ready for some good advice that can save you time??? Give this episode a listen as we try to help you maximize your days at WDW with some Lightning Lane tips!

Ep. 223: Craig & Matt’s Universal Orlando RTR

Hello again, foolish mortals!  Today we travel to a different part of Orlando and Craig and Matt take the listener through a virtual tour of Universal Orlando (which they visited in May of 2023).  What were their favorite rides?  Are there aspect of Universal that are actaully better than WDW?  Should YOU visit Universal?  Find out in this week's episode.  You might even find some helpful information along the way!

If you're looking for help planning your next Universal or Disney vacation, contact Matt at matthew@sharethemagictravel.com.

Ep 222 This, That and Those

Welcome back!  This week we talk about this, that and those, where we discuss past changes and places we would like to stay on property.  Thanks for listening and let us know your answers to our discussion.  Have a great week!

Ep. 221: Like, Love, & Loathe: Destination D23

And once again, we're back!  It's like we never left, right?  THANK YOU so much for continuing to follow along and stick with us all this time!

Today we return to one of our favorite segments, Like-Love-Loathe!  What did we like coming out of this past weekend's Destination D23 event?  What did we fall in love with?  And what did we absolutely loathe?  You know we have plenty of opinions, and we're ready to share them with YOU!

 

If I (Matt) can help you plan a trip, contact me at matthew@sharethemagictravel.com and feel free to ask me anything!

Ep. 220: Derek’s Ridiculous-Trip-Rundown

Back again! This time we have a trip rundown from Derek. Thanks for listening.  Have a merry Christmas!

Ep. 219: Catching Up with the Guys

It's been a good long while, but Triple G has returned from an extended hiatus!  We hope you enjoy today's episode as we ramble through our thoughts about upcoming trips, recent changes at WDW, and more.  Thanks for sticking with us all this time!

Ep. 218: Ranking the Dollywood Rides

Howdy, foolish mortals! Welcome back to the graveyard as today we visit a new park on the show...Dollywood! Travel with us back down to Pigeon Forge, TN, for a rootin' tootin' good time! Pardon the country accents as we get into the spirit of things, and of course be prepared for controversy. Do you agree with our rankings? If not let us know!

Thanks for always listening, and enjoy the show!

Ep. 217: Matt& Craig are planning a Universal Trip

This episode we look at Universal Studios Orlando.  As the planning a trip to USO begins, we are talking about it! We dive into the benefits of staying at a premier resort and some other details as in the planning phase.  Thanks for listening.

Ep. 216: Pigeon Forge Shows Battle Royale

In this milestone episode we look at the shows of Pigeon Forge, TN.  Pigeon Forge is a special place to all three of us and we hope you find this helpful, but more than likely we'll be asked to "cease and desist" by the chamber of commerce. Don't worry, we get off the rails quickly and never recover.  Have a great week and bolo for more from GGG.

Ep. 215: Thank You Josh - Remembering easyWDW

Hello everyone.  Today's show was very bittersweet, as we remembered our good friend, Josh Humphrey.  As you know, Josh was one of the very best in the WDW planning "business," but more than that he was a great friend to many.  Listen in as we share our thoughts on Mr. easyWDW and revisit some of his best moments from our show.  

Join us to laugh, to cry, and to remember one of the very best.  Thank you, Josh.

Ep.214: Matt’s Merry Christmas RTR!

In today's show, Matt walks us through his most recent Christmas family vacation at Walt Disney World.  What were the "highs," "lows," and memorable moments in between?  Listen to find out and discover why this trip was more bittersweet than others.

Thanks for following along, and hurry ba-aaack!

Ep. 213: Trip-a-polooza!

Welcome back!  This week instead of doing old RTR's we decided to combine multiple trip recaps into one show.  Which GGG waited the longest of any GGG ever?  Bet you all know who it was not.  What's your favorite SNL Short? Hope you all have a great week.

Ep. 212: Matt’s Genie+ and ILL Review

Welcome foolish mortals!  This week we have Matt's review of the newish Disney Parks Genie, Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane.  Matt gives a good dose of info and Craig and Derek nod approvingly.  Perfect for a podcast.  We hope you all have had great start to the new year.  We wondered aloud how we could curb any enthusiasm for a new year and we decided what better way to ruin it than by getting together and recording.  Hope you enjoy.

Ep. 211: ”It‘s a Wonderful List” - Ranking the Top 21 Christmas Movies of All Time!

Welcome back, foolish mortals!  In our most controversial episode to date (???), we attempt to rank the top 21 Christmas movies as of 2021 (as only GGG can do, of course).  Which movies sneak up the list that shouldn't have?  Which great ones were left out all together?  Tell us why we got it wrong and share YOUR favorite yuletide classics!