Where I Long To Be: A Magical Trip Report Podcast

Pre-Trip Report: Elizabeth’s Princess 10k Trip (February 2025)

You may remember Elizabeth from her previous episode where she and her extended family visited WDW and Universal (and she and her husband had a date at Victoria and Albert’s). This time, she’s back to chat about her plans for her upcoming trip that will include a slightly smaller group of that extended family. While the family as a whole has park and resort time planned, this trip is really focused around the Disney Princess Half-Marathon Weekend because Elizabeth and her daughter, Hope, have a need for speed…and more medals!

 

• Trip Dates: February 21-24, 2025
• Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 2/8/25

 

Episode Specific Links:

• Elizabeth’s Travel Agent is Amy Belfi! Follow Amy on Instagram (@thetravelingdisnerd) and if you need a travel planner, check out Amy Does Disney. You can also listen to Amy’s podcast episodes.
• Listen to Elizabeth’s previous episodes of the show!
• Video - Summer House on the Lake Cookie Bar Review
• People mentioned on this episode:
  • Jon - @thewdwrunner

 

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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Post-Trip Report: Virginia & Alex’s Annual Trip/First runDisney Race (February 2025)

Alex is back to join Virginia for this post trip report of their February 2025 visit to Walt Disney World.  This was a split stay between Old Key West Resort and The Grand Floridian.  They had multiple dining reservations, including some that were new to them (Roundup Rodeo BBQ, Ravello, and Narcoosee’s), and got to all the parks.  They also participated in the runDisney Princess Half-Marathon Weekend 5k, a first for the whole family!

• Trip Dates: February 15-23, 2025
• Post Trip Interview: recorded 3/15/25

 

Episode Specific Links:

• Video: Old Key West Deluxe Studio Room Tour
• Video: Grand Floridian Resort Studio Room Tour
• Video: “Who wants to go to the Four Seasons Orlando?”
• Ravello at the Four Seasons
• runDisney Tips
• Video: Restaurant Review of Wailulu Grill
• People mentioned in this episode:
  • Jeanette - @pixiejeanette
  • Maria - @mrsbobo428
  • Sachi & Fordy - @manhattan_to_mainstreet
  • Nanci - @nancibat3
• People we saw on this trip but somehow didn’t get mentioned in the episode:
  • Daina - @999happyhauntshere
  • Ariel - @simply.meant.to.be
  • Sav - @pixietwistpod
  • Hailey - @happily.ever.hails

 

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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Pre-Trip Report: Virginia & Alex’s Annual Trip/First runDisney Race (February 2025)

On today’s episode, Virginia is flying solo to share all the details of her upcoming annual family Walt Disney World trip for Presidents’ Week. Alex was unavailable on the day of recording due to “social commitments”. For this trip, Virginia, Charles, and Alex are planning to stay two nights at Old Key West Resort (a first for all three of them) and six nights at the Grand Floridian (a first for Charles and Alex). In addition to using Multi Pass and having some great dining plans, this trip will include their very first runDisney experience with the Princess Half-Marathon Weekend 5k.

• Trip Dates: February 15-23, 2025
• Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 2/14/25

 

Episode Specific Links:

• Interested in DVC?  If you use Virginia’s referral link, you’ll save an extra $500 on your membership and she’ll get a dining experience on her next trip.  
• Disney’s Old Key West Resort
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa
• Disney Resorts Water Park Benefit for 2025
• Video: How to Use Multipass at Walt Disney World
• Mentioned on this episode:
  • Nanci -  @nancibat3

 

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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Post-Trip Report: Bambi’s Walt Disney Studios Tour Trip (January/February 2025)

Bambi is back to inspire you to take a trip to Disneyland, and specifically to take a tour of the Walt Disney Studios while you are in town.  Yes, the actual studios where Walt worked!  After an inspiring afternoon seeing Walt’s office and the Sherman Brothers piano, and more, they spent a full day in Disneyland and another day in California Adventure.  So much was packed into 3 days!!!!

• Trip Dates: January 30 - February 3, 2025
• Post Trip Interview: recorded 2/11/25

 

Episode Specific Links:

• Hotel del Coronado
• Springhill Suites Anaheim Maingate
• Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes (Downtown Disney) 
• Randy’s Donuts
• Pink’s Hollywood
• Walt Disney Studios Tour
• Video - Making of World of Color
• People mentioned in this episode:
  • Ashlee - @ashlee_ever_after
  • Daina - @999happyhauntshere
  • Rebecca - @90s_travel_mom (listen to her previous episodes on Disneyland Paris) 

 

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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Pre-Trip Report: Bambi’s Walt Disney Studios Tour Trip (January/February 2025)

Virginia welcomes long-time friend Bambi to the podcast!  Bambi is one of the biggest Disney fans (and so are her parents if you can’t guess by the name), so when the opportunity comes to sandwich a visit to Disneyland between work days on a long business trip, her answer will always be “yes”.  In addition to two park days, Bambi, her husband Michael, and niece Rachel, are planning to do the Walt Disney Studios Tour that is exclusive for D23 members.  The group is looking forward to soaking up all the magic and enjoying the DCA Food and Wine Festival.

• Trip Dates: January 30 - February 3, 2025
• Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 1/14/25

 

Episode Specific Links:

• Walt Disney Studios Tour
• Randy’s Donuts
• Using Multipass at Disneyland
• Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival
• People mentioned in this episode:
  • Nanci - @nancibat3
  • Jeanette - @pixiejeanette
  • Ashlee - @ashlee_ever_after (check out her pre-trip and post-trip episodes for more Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival content!)

 

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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Post-Trip Report: Katie’s Marvelous Disney Cruise (January 2025)

Katie’s first cruise is a wrap and she’s back in the studio with Virginia to go through all the details.  If you are a Disney fan considering making the leap from the parks to Disney Cruise Line, this is the episode for you.  

• Trip Dates: January 25 - February 1, 2025
• Post Trip Interview: recorded 2/5/25

 

Episode Specific Links:

• Follow Katie - Instagram, YouTube
• Shop Katie’s Store - The Thoughtful Turtle (or on Etsy)
• Homewood Suites by Hilton

• Food and Wine App (works for all festivals) - iOS or Android

• Disney Cruise Line Marvel Day at Sea
• Design Your Own Fish Extender
• Skyline Chili
• Video - Josh Gad as a Safari Guide at Animal Kingdom
• Sawgrass Mills Outlets
• People mentioned in this episode:
  • Jeanette - @pixiejeanette

 

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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Pre-Trip Report: Katie’s Marvelous Disney Cruise (January 2025)

Previous trip report guest Katie, of 2plus3travellers on both Instagram and YouTube, is back!  This experienced travel agent is planning to set sail with her family on their very first Disney Cruise, a 5-day Disney Cruise with visits to both Disney islands and including a Marvel Day at Sea. Planning a trip to Disney World is completely different than planning a cruise, so Katie takes us through everything there was to consider.  Before they get on board the ship, they are also planning to stop in Orlando for a night and will be spending a day enjoying the Festival of the Arts.

• Trip Dates: January 25 - February 1, 2025
• Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 1/8/25

 

Episode Specific Links:

• Follow Katie - Instagram, YouTube
• Shop Katie’s Store - The Thoughtful Turtle (or on Etsy)
• Homewood Suites by Hilton

• Food and Wine App (works for all festivals) - iOS or Android
• Video - Katie’s daughter takes over the vlog for the Cookie Stroll

• Disney Cruise Line Marvel Day at Sea
• Design Your Own Fish Extender

 

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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Post-Trip Report: Renée’s Road Trip to Walt Disney World (January 2025)

Renée’s trip was a success and she’s back to share all the ins and outs of the journey.  This trip had it all:  a road trip, a split-stay between Port Orleans Riverside and Yacht Club, park-hopping, shopping, dining, and all of that with a 7 month old and one of the family pups along for the ride. 

• Trip Dates: January 18-30, 2025
• Post Trip Interview: recorded 2/4/25

 

Episode Specific Links:

• Follow Renee on Instagram (@magicaltravelsbymonty) and make sure you reach out to her at MagicalTravelsByMonty@gmail.com if you’re looking for help planning your own magical trip!
• Video - Why is Buc-ee’s So Awesome
• Video - Experience Shopping at Character Warehouse
• Frontera Cocina

 

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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