Welcome to the Theme Park Trader podcast. Your weekly dose of theme park news from around the world!
Episodes
Monday Sep 20, 2021
Monday Sep 20, 2021
Join us for episode 293 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
Hooray for Hollywood! This week we're starting our look back through the movie (RIP The Great Movie Ride) as we go on a grand tour of Disney's Hollywood Studios!
In this week's episode we cover:
- Oscar's Super Service
- Celebrity 5 & 10
- The Trolley Car Cafe
- Legends of Hollywood
- Once Upon a Time
- Beauty and the Beast - Live on Stage
- Fantasmic!
- Tower of Terror
- Joffrey's
Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.
Monday Sep 13, 2021
Monday Sep 13, 2021
Join us for episode 292 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
This week we're giving an honest review of Butlins in Bognor Regis as Ryan has just come back from a family break focused on Tots (toddlers).
We cover everything from food and attractions to some of the shows that the resort had on offer.
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Monday Sep 06, 2021
Monday Sep 06, 2021
Join us for episode 291 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
This week we're giving an honest review of the Disney Magic at Sea vacations that Disney is offering UK residents at the moment.
In this show we cover off:
- Thoughts on the ship's restaurants
- Onboard entertainment review
- How much does a trip cost in reality?
- Why you shouldn't get ill on the ship
Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.
Monday Aug 30, 2021
Monday Aug 30, 2021
Join us for episode 290 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
This week we're back on the poor reviews and reading out what people on Google think about Islands of Adventure.
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Monday Aug 23, 2021
Monday Aug 23, 2021
Join us for episode 289 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
Did any of you expect us not to have an entire episode dedicated to Disney Genie? This week we chat through the service and talk about both the positives (yes there are some) and the negatives (of which there are loads).
We also talk through a few other news items and Ryan talks a little about his upcoming Disney Cruise.
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Monday Aug 16, 2021
Monday Aug 16, 2021
Join us for episode 288 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
It's the last episode of our wild tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom! This week we are walking through the other half of Discovery Island before finishing our tour of the park in Pandora - The World of Avatar.
Here is everything we chat about this week:
- Discovery Island Trails
- Creature Comforts
- Pizzafari
- Nomad Lounge
- Tiffins Restaurant
- Na'vi River Journey
- Avatar Flight of Passage
- Pongu Pongu
- Satu'li Canteen
- Windtraders
Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Join us for episode 287 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
It's the penultimate episode of our wild tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom and this week we hit every stop in Africa. From attractions and terrible train rides to some of the best-themed dining locations in the park, we have you covered. Here's everything we talk about on this week's show:
- Festival of the Lion King
- Kilimanjaro Safaris
- Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail
- Rafiki's Planet Watch
- Harambe Fruit Market
- Harambe Market
- Tamu Tamu Refreshments
- Dawa bar
- Tusker House Restaurant
- Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery
- Mombasa Marketplace
- Zuri's Sweets Shop
e sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Join us for episode 286 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
We're finally continuing with our tour of Disney's Animal Kindom this week as we head back into Asia and complete the tour of the land. In this week's expedition we cover:
- Caravan Road
- Mr. Kamal's
- Warung Outpost
- Drinkwallah
- Maharajah Jungle Trek
- Up! A Great Bird Adventure
- Kali River Rapids
- Yak & Yeti Restaurant
- Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes
- Yak & Yeti Quality Beverages
- Anandapur Ice Cream Truck
We'll be heading into Africa in the next part of our tour of the park!
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Monday Jul 26, 2021
Monday Jul 26, 2021
Join us for episode 285 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
Ryan starts the show with a bit of sad (but expected) news about his August trip to Orlando before we cheer ourselves up by reading poor reviews that guests have left for the Alton Towers Hotel within the Alton Towers Resort.
We also talk through some interesting changes that Disney has announced for Walt Disney World as part of the 50th-anniversary celebrations.
Be sure to check us out over on www.themeparktrader.com.
Monday Jul 19, 2021
Monday Jul 19, 2021
Join us for episode 284 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast.
This week we welcome Harry to guest on the show as he joins us to talk through some of his theme park experiences he's had over his lifetime.
We talk about theme park nostalgia, making memories with our children, and our dislike for Chapek!
Do go and follow Harry on Twitter and also tune in to his Music podcast Talk Tonight HQ.
Next week we will be back with our continued tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom!
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