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  • VTPM234: New Horror Houses, Theme Park Updates, and Test Track 3.0 Review

    VTPM234: New Horror Houses, Theme Park Updates, and Test Track 3.0 Review
    2025/07/15
    In Episode 234 of the Vacationeers Theme Parks & More Podcast, host Tom is joined by special guest Jon Self (@pastorJonSelf) to dive into the latest thrills and chills from the theme park world! The duo discusses the big announcement of Universal Horror Unleashed coming to Chicago in 2027, exciting updates from Magic Kingdom—including the reopening of Hall of Presidents and Astro Orbiter, and a touching new verse debuting in "It’s a Small World."Tom and Jon also cover refurbishments at Buzz Lightyear and Spaceship Earth, the lineup for EPCOT’s Eat To the Beat Concert Series, and exclusive insights from Tom's experience on Test Track 3.0. Plus, get ready for the frightful fun with announcements from Halloween Horror Nights Orlando—including houses like "Grave of Flesh," "Dolls Let’s Play Dead," "GalKN - Monsters of the North," and the gruesome "Terrifier." They also share the latest house reveals for SeaWorld Orlando’s Howl-O-Scream and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s spooky return of Stranglewood Estate.Closing out with food reviews from Yuengling Draft Haus in Downtown Tampa and insights into Jon's SeaWorld Platinum passes value, this episode is packed with updates you won't want to miss!🔗 Follow & Support:Facebook: Vacationeers Theme Parks and MoreTwitter: @VacationeerTom, @pastorJonSelfInstagram: @vacationeerspodcast🎥 Check out the latest YouTube videos:Disney’s Character Warehouse (Outlet)San Juan VlogsYuengling Draft HausCabana Bay Beach Resort Tour🛒 Get your Rip Ride Rockit merch on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3FVd1cfDon’t forget to leave a positive review on iTunes!So until the next vlog, podcast, or livestream, keep making memories.
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  • VTPM233: Tom’s Birthday Stay at Disney’s Contemporary + HHN Houses & Theme Park News

    VTPM233: Tom’s Birthday Stay at Disney’s Contemporary + HHN Houses & Theme Park News
    2025/07/01

    In Episode 233 of the Vacationeers Theme Parks & More Podcast, Tom celebrates his birthday with a stay at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and shares all the details. Also, Tom shares how he celebrated Father's Day at Disney Springs from City Works to Splitsville fun. Joined by Jon Self (@pastorJonSelf), we also cover big theme park news, including EPCOT’s Test Track reopening date, Kings Dominion’s water main break closure, and SeaWorld San Antonio’s sad loss of killer whale Kamea. Plus, we dive into Halloween Horror Nights’ two new original houses: El Artista – A Spanish Haunting and Hatchet and Chains: Demon Bounty Hunters.

    🔗 Follow us: Facebook: Vacationeers Theme Parks and More | Twitter: @VacationeerTom @pastorJonSelf | Instagram: @vacationeerspodcast

    🛒 Get your Rip Ride Rockit merch on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3FVd1cf

    So until the next vlog, podcast or livestream, keep making memories.
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    1 時間 19 分
  • VTPM232: HHN Fallout House Revealed, GEO 82 & Blue Dragon Reviews, Plus Theme Park Closures

    VTPM232: HHN Fallout House Revealed, GEO 82 & Blue Dragon Reviews, Plus Theme Park Closures
    2025/06/15

    In Episode 232 of the Vacationeers Theme Parks & More Podcast, Tom shares big Halloween Horror Nights 34 news including the reveal of the Fallout haunted house and Premium Scream Night plans.

    He also reviews EPCOT’s GEO 82 offerings and returns to Epic Universe for a second visit with a full meal at Blue Dragon Pan-Asian. Plus, coverage of major closures at Disney’s Magic Kingdom, the end of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, a new lawsuit at Blizzard Beach, SeaWorld and LEGOLAND updates, and a Metallica weekend in Tampa.

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    1 時間 46 分
  • VTPM231: California Dreamin’ with Adventures By D

    VTPM231: California Dreamin’ with Adventures By D
    2025/06/08

    In this episode of the Vacationeers Theme Parks & More Podcast, Tom is joined by Dave, Kris and Madison from the YouTube channel Adventures By D as they recap their unforgettable Southern California vacation!

    From their very first steps into Disneyland and Batuu West to character-packed days at Avengers Campus, cocktails at Trader Sam’s, and a full day of fun at Universal Studios Hollywood—they cover it all! Plus, hear about unexpected surprises like Jack Black sightings, iconic eats like Monte Cristos and Voodoo Doughnuts, and thoughts on Disneyland's 70th anniversary nighttime shows.

    Whether you’re planning a California theme park trip or just love hearing trip reports, this episode is packed with magic, laughter, and plenty of travel tips.

    🎢 Trip highlights include:

    • Disneyland + Disney California Adventure
    • Universal Studios Hollywood (Toadstool Café, Grad Night chaos & more!)
    • Academy Museum, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Madame Tussauds
    • Knott’s Berry Farm’s legendary chicken dinner
    • Shopping, sipping, and pineapple treats at Downtown Disney

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    Thanks for listening — and until the next vlog, podcast or livestream, keep making memories.
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    2 時間 5 分
  • VTPM230: Orlando News, Coaster Showdowns, and Tom Stories & Travel Updates

    VTPM230: Orlando News, Coaster Showdowns, and Tom Stories & Travel Updates
    2025/06/01

    In Episode 230 of the Vacationeers Theme Parks & More Podcast, Tom is joined once again by Jon Self (@pastorJonSelf) to cover all the latest happenings from the theme park world and beyond.

    Here’s what we’re talking about this week:

    🎢 Theme Park News & Updates

    • 🎉 Epic Universe is finally open! We break down opening day crowd levels, ride waits, and early impressions.
    • 🧙‍♂️ Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure adds Express Pass access starting May 30.
    • 🦓 Wild Oasis at Busch Gardens Tampa—an update may be on the way.
    • 🌊 Blizzard Beach is back! Both Disney water parks are now open simultaneously for the first time since 2019.
    • 🎭 Blue Man Group?
    • 🎡 Major shake-up at Six Flags as 27 park presidents are removed.

    🧳 Tom’s Travel Tales

    • A wild trip to Richmond: SunPass mishaps, AC woes, and Arepas
    • AC/DC concert in Tampa + the “Highway to Hell” (I-4 edition)
    • Mini golf at Disney’s Winter Summerland
    • Elena’s first visit to Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant

    🇬🇧 London Trip Cancelled

    Tom discusses the difficult decision to cancel his upcoming trip to London due to recent UK legal rulings affecting trans travelers. Hear what led to the change and the broader implications for LGBTQ+ tourism.

    🎙️ Coaster Versus Segment

    It's time for another head-to-head thrill ride showdown — which coasters reign supreme?

    • VelociCoaster vs. Iron Gwazi
    • Revenge of the Mummy vs. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
    • Manta vs. Flight of Passage
    • ...and many more!

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    • Yuengling Draft Haus
    • Cabana Bay Beach Resort Tour
    • 🕖 Livestreams every Wednesday at 7 PM ET!

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    🎙️ Thanks for listening — and until we stream again… keep making memories!
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    1 時間 9 分
  • VTPM229: Universal CityWalk Mario & Butterbeer, Disney Springs Mother’s Day Visit, Expedition Odyssey Thoughts & Theme Park News!

    VTPM229: Universal CityWalk Mario & Butterbeer, Disney Springs Mother’s Day Visit, Expedition Odyssey Thoughts & Theme Park News!
    2025/05/15

    In this episode, Tom is joined once again by Jon Self (@pastorJonSelf) to talk theme parks, epic updates, and all the latest happenings from Universal Orlando, Disney Springs, and beyond.

    They cover recent visits to Universal (Butterbeer at CityWalk, VelociCoaster first-timers, and soggy Skull Island), Mother’s Day eats at Disney Springs (including Elena’s triple Earl of Sandwich run), and huge theme park news—like Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s 50th anniversary, a new EPCOT lounge, and Disney’s expansion to Abu Dhabi!

    Theme Park News Highlights:

    🎢 Six Flags America closing after 2025 season

    🐺 Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf’s Revenge opens May 23, 2025

    🌐 EPCOT’s GEO-82 Lounge & Fireworks Experience

    🇦🇪 Disneyland Abu Dhabi Resort announced

    🐧 SeaWorld Orlando’s Expedition Odyssey drama

    🍽 Magic Kingdom’s new dining location: The Beak and Barrel

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    1 時間 7 分
  • VTPM228: Tom’s First Visit to Universal’s Epic Universe and Jon’s Second Visit!

    VTPM228: Tom’s First Visit to Universal’s Epic Universe and Jon’s Second Visit!
    2025/05/01

    In this episode, Tom and Jon both talk about visiting Universal’s Epic Universe. Tom also discusses staying at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort to get early entry.

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  • VTPM227: Jon’s First Take after visiting Universal’s Epic Universe and an Unplanned Epic Announcement from Tom!!

    VTPM227: Jon’s First Take after visiting Universal’s Epic Universe and an Unplanned Epic Announcement from Tom!!
    2025/04/15

    In this episode, Tom and Jon talk about Jon’s first visit to Universal’s Epic Universe. They start out by chatting about a big announcement from Tom and then his recent visit to Disney Springs.

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    Contact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.
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    1 時間 7 分