Where I Long To Be: A Magical Trip Report Podcast

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Where I Long To Be is a podcast dedicated to bringing you trip reports from your favorite Disney (or Universal) destinations. Whether you are in the process of planning your own trip, or just want to keep the magic going when you can’t be in your happy place, join Virginia as she interviews guests about their magical adventures.

Episodes

Sep 8, 2025

Post-Trip Report: Amy’s VIP Disneyland Trip (August 2025)

Sep 8, 2025

1hr 3 min

Amy and her family had their VIP Disneyland experience and let’s just say, it did not go as planned. Thankfully, the trip was overall a success and the family would be happy to go back, but the VIP tour left a lot to be desired.

Trip Dates: August 4-8, 2025
Post Trip Interview: recorded 8/14/25

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Amy on Instagram (@amybdoesdisney) and if you need a travel planner, check out Amy Does Disney. You can also listen to Amy’s previous podcast episodes.
Video - 3 Bedroom Family Connecting Suite Tour
Storytellers Cafe
People mentioned in this episode:
- Alex D. - listen to Alex’s episodes of the podcast
- Elizabeth - listen to Elizabeth’s episodes of the podcast

Be Our Guest:

Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.

Get in Touch:

If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.

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Sep 8, 2025

Pre-Trip Report: Amy’s VIP Disneyland Trip (August 2025)

Sep 8, 2025

35 min

Travel agent extraordinaire Amy Belfi is back on the show to share all the plans she and her family have for their upcoming trip to Disneyland! They will be staying at the Disneyland Hotel in a three bedroom suite since Amy’s mom and dad will be joining them. Mom and dad have generously offered to pay for a VIP tour and a cabana, making the trip all the more special. While Amy is a Walt Disney World expert and also books Disneyland trips for her clients regularly, it’s been a long time since she has been to the west coast herself so she’s especially looking forward to hitting the ground running!

Trip Dates: August 4-8, 2025
Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 7/30/25

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Amy on Instagram (@amybdoesdisney) and if you need a travel planner, check out Amy Does Disney. You can also listen to Amy’s previous podcast episodes.
Video - 3 Bedroom Family Connecting Suite Tour
Storytellers Cafe
Disneyland VIP Tour
Evelyn’s Lightning McQueen Bound
People mentioned in this episode:
- Alex D. - listen to Alex’s episodes of the podcast
- Elizabeth - listen to Elizabeth’s episodes of the podcast

Be Our Guest:

Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.

Get in Touch:

If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.

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Aug 25, 2025

Post-Trip Report: Hailey and Her Team Pop To Disney (July 2025)

Aug 25, 2025

1hr 6 min

Hailey’s girls’ trip has sadly come to an end. But lucky for us, that means she is joining us to tell us all about it! Hailey, along with Jordan, Alyssa, and Emily, stayed at Pop Century Resort and got to spend time in Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT together.

Trip Dates: July 28 - August 1, 2025
Post Trip Interview: recorded 8/9/25

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Hailey - @happily.ever.hails and reach out to her if you’d like her to plan your next Disney vacation!
Shop Hailey’s Etsy Shop - Wizard and Wishes Co
Listen to all Hailey’s Where I Long To Be episodes!
On Sneakers (Waterproof)
Lighted Travel Mirror
Setting Up a Venmo Group
People mentioned in this episode:
- Alyssa - @alyssamarie_19
- Emily - @emily_ever_after_
- Jordan - @ear2earmagical
- Lisa - @thelifeoflisad
- Kate - @kate_at_playcationtravel
- Jess - @jessamoonfeather
- Jeanette - @pixiejeanette
- Nanci - @nancibat3
- Tiffany - @tiffanyintomorrowland

Be Our Guest:

Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.

Get in Touch:

If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.

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Aug 25, 2025

Pre-Trip Report: Hailey and Her Team Pop To Disney (July 2025)

Aug 25, 2025

36 min

Hailey, who you may remember on the show before, is back to share all the fun that she is planning on her upcoming girls’ trip with her travel agency team. Hailey gets down to Walt Disney World very frequently, but this will be the first time that this group of ladies has traveled together as a foursome. They are looking forward to some Disney bounding, trying some new Disney treats, and enjoying their time together as a travel agency team.

Trip Dates: July 28 - August 1, 2025
Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 7/27/25

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Hailey - @happily.ever.hails and reach out to her if you’d like her to plan your next Disney vacation!
Shop Hailey’s Etsy Shop - Wizard and Wishes Co
Listen to all Hailey’s Where I Long To Be episodes!
runDisney
The Pop Margarita in EPCOT
Make Your Own Blackberry Moonshine Sour at Home
People mentioned in this episode:
- Alyssa - @alyssamarie_19
- Emily - @emily_ever_after_
- Jordan - @ear2earmagical

Be Our Guest:

Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.

Get in Touch:

If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.

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Aug 18, 2025

Post-Trip Report: Alex’s “Jambo” Family Animal Kingdom Lodge Trip (July 2025)

Aug 18, 2025

1hr 18 min

Alex’s multi-family trip to Animal Kingdom Lodge is complete and she’s ready to share all the details with Virginia, including when she plans to head back! This trip was a big one that included 14 people total, spread out between Jambo House and Kidani Village. Alex had not been to WDW in more than 20 years, so she was looking forward to re-experiencing the magic and introducing her kids to the parks.

Trip Dates: July 12-21, 2025
Post Trip Interview: recorded 7/26/25

Episode Specific Links:

Alex’’s Travel Agent is Amy Belfi! Follow Amy on Instagram (@amybdoesdisney) and if you need a travel planner, check out Amy Does Disney. You can also listen to Amy’s podcast episodes.
Kingdom Strollers (Virginia’s Affiliate link)
Landry’s Select Card
Costco Landry’s Gift Card (save 20% by getting $100 value for only $80)
People mentioned in this episode:
- Elizabeth - Listen to Elizabeth’s appearances on the podcast!

Be Our Guest:

Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.

Get in Touch:

If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.

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Aug 18, 2025

Pre-Trip Report: Alex’s “Jambo” Family Animal Kingdom Lodge Trip (July 2025)

Aug 18, 2025

34 min

Alex D. is sharing all the plans for her upcoming multi-family trip to Walt Disney World with Virginia. Multi-family means lots of moving parts and it’s been about 20 years since Alex has been to the most magical place on earth! With the help of their travel agent, Amy Belfi, they have planned to stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge, split between Jambo House and Kidani Village. After the majority of the group heads home, Alex and her family will have a couple more nights at All-Star Sports.

Trip Dates: July 12-21, 2025
Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 6/30/25

Episode Specific Links:

Alex’s Travel Agent is Amy Belfi! Follow Amy on Instagram (@amybdoesdisney) and if you need a travel planner, check out Amy Does Disney. You can also listen to Amy’s podcast episodes.
Landry’s Select Card
The Artemus Project
Kingdom Strollers (Virginia’s Affiliate link)
People mentioned in this episode:
- Elizabeth - Listen to Elizabeth’s appearances on the podcast!

Be Our Guest:

Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.

Get in Touch:

If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.

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Aug 11, 2025

Post-Trip Report: Elizabeth’s See Disney/Sea World Trip (July 2025)

Aug 11, 2025

1hr 31 min

Elizabeth’s July trip has come to a close and she’s ready to relive it one day at a time with a trip report! On this family trip, which included Elizabeth’s two kids and her mother, their resort of choice was Caribbean Beach. They had lots of park time, good food, and some magical surprises along the way.

Trip Dates: July 15-22, 2025
Post Trip Interview: recorded 7/29/25

Episode Specific Links:

Listen to Elizabeth’s previous episodes of the show!
Elizabeth’s Travel Agent is Amy Belfi! Follow Amy on Instagram (@amybdoesdisney) and if you need a travel planner, check out Amy Does Disney. You can also listen to Amy’s podcast episodes.
Best Rooms and Buildings at Caribbean Beach
Main Street Dish “The Best Breads in Disney World” Episode - Apple Podcasts, Spotify
Video - The Facts of Life Theme Song
Do Hot Foods Really Cool You Down?
Thirsty River Bar
More About Wilderness Explorers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Horseback Riding at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
Marriott’s Harbour Lake Orlando
People mentioned in this episode:
- Molly - @magicmemorieswithmolly

Be Our Guest:

Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.

Get in Touch:

If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.

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Aug 11, 2025

Pre-Trip Report: Elizabeth’s See Disney/Sea World Trip (July 2025)

Aug 11, 2025

37 min

Elizabeth joins Virginia to chat about an upcoming trip to Walt Disney World and Sea World Orlando! Elizabeth, along with the assistance of her favorite travel agent (Amy Belfi), is planning this trip for her two kiddos and her mom. Along with spending a day in each of the four parks, they are also planning some resort time, reservations at some new (to them) restaurants, and some special add-ons like horseback riding. There may even be a surprise up Elizabeth’s sleeve, but you’ll have to tune in to find out.

Trip Dates: July 15-22, 2025
Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 7/3/25

Episode Specific Links:

Listen to Elizabeth’s previous episodes of the show!
Elizabeth’s Travel Agent is Amy Belfi! Follow Amy on Instagram (@amybdoesdisney) and if you need a travel planner, check out Amy Does Disney. You can also listen to Amy’s podcast episodes.
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Marriott’s Harbour Lake Orlando
Sea World Orlando
Discovery Cove Orlando
People mentioned in this episode:
- Garrett and Haley - @duckworths.do.disney (Instagram) and @duckworthsdodisney (YouTube)

Be Our Guest:

Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.

Get in Touch:

If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.

Follow: