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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
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Pre-Trip Report: Jules’ All-Star Couple Trip (March/April 2025)
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Jules, one half of @disneycouple0905, is here to chat with Virginia about her and her boyfriend Justin’s upcoming trip to Walt Disney World. While these annual passholders get to the parks frequently since they only live about two hours away, they like to take occasional trips to stay on property and soak in everything in the Disney bubble. On this trip, they plan to take advantage of the free water park day, visit all four parks, and have some fun dining reservations planned.
- Trip Dates: March 31 - April 3, 2025
- Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 3/19/25
Episode Specific Links:
- Follow Jules on Instagram - @disneycouple0905
- Free Water Park Day for Disney Resort Guests
- Baby Bakso Updates on Disney Parks Blog
- 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.
Follow:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Mini Bonus Episode!
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Virginia pops on to touch base! This mini episode's purpose is two-fold: first, to get the Apple RSS Feed moving (if you are hearing it, it worked) and second, to let you know which months I'm looking for trip report guests.
- People mentioned in this episode:
- Kate - @kate_at_playcationtravel
- Jules - @disneycouple0905
- Mariah - @mariahrow
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:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Post-Trip Report: Kate’s Teed Off (Not Really!) in WDW (March 2025)
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Kate has returned and is sharing all the fun details of her Fort Wilderness Cabin resort only stay! Even without setting foot inside a park, they had so much to do, including multiple rounds of golf, a fishing excursion, a manicure at the Grand Floridian, plenty of good meals, swimming, and more. In the end, the trip was relaxing and they will be returning in August for a chance to get into the parks.
- Trip Dates: March 7-15, 2025
- Post Trip Interview: recorded 3/23/25
Episode Specific Links:
- Follow Kate on Instagram and Facebook. Also, Kate would love to help you plan your next magical vacation! You can reach out to Kate and get a free quote through Playcation Travel.
- Walt Disney World Golf
- Walt Disney World Golf Cart Rental
- Video - Tour of a Fort Wilderness DVC Cabin
- Fishing at Walt Disney World
- Pin Trading Book
- Cape May Cafe
- People mentioned in this episode:
- Cate - @catebeyondthecastle (or follow her adventures with husband James over on YouTube @ever.after.adventures), and be sure to listen to Cate's previous 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.
Follow:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Pre-Trip Report: Kate’s Teed Off (Not Really!) in WDW (March 2025)
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Virginia welcomes Kate to the podcast to talk about her upcoming trip to Walt Disney World with her husband Mark, son Van, son Will, daughter Jovie, and Van’s friend Cohen. This will be a resort-only stay at Fort Wilderness Lodge in a new DVC cabin. They have plans for Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue, smores over the campfire with Chip and Dale, golf carting around the property, and maybe some horseback riding. Outside of the resort time, they will be visiting other resorts and Disney Springs, but much of the focus will be on golf! They are planning to hit the three different 18-hole courses.
- Trip Dates: March 7-15, 2025
- Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 3/2/25
Episode Specific Links:
- Follow Kate on Instagram and Facebook. Also, Kate would love to help you plan your next magical vacation! You can reach out to Kate and get a free quote through Playcation Travel.
- Walt Disney World Golf
- Walt Disney World Golf Cart Rental
- Dole Whip at Wailulu Bar and Grill (the server mentioned that this is a better deal than at the Polynesian because you get a whole Sundae for a few dollars more)
- Create Your Own Disney Headband
- Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue
- Sebastian’s Bistro
- Fishing at Walt Disney World
- Grand Floridian Spa
- City Walk at Universal Studios
- People mentioned in this episode:
- Cate - @catebeyondthecastle (or follow her adventures with husband James over on YouTube @ever.after.adventures), and be sure to listen to Cate's previous 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.
Follow:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Post-Trip Report: Elizabeth’s Princess 10k Trip (February 2025)
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Elizabeth is back (with a special guest appearance from daughter, Hope) to reminisce about her recent magical trip to Walt Disney World and their stay at Saratoga Springs Resort. At the heart of this trip was a 10k race, but they also managed to get in some time by the pool, a couple trips over to Disney Springs, and some park time before they had to head home.
- Trip Dates: February 21-24, 2025
- Post Trip Interview: recorded 3/6/25
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!
- Orlando Magical Rides
- Disney Wild About Safety
- Columbia Restaurant in Celebration, FL
- RunDisney Balloon Ladies: 5 Tips to Avoid Getting Swept
- People mentioned on this episode:
- Jon - @thewdwrunner
- 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.
Follow:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Pre-Trip Report: Elizabeth’s Princess 10k Trip (February 2025)
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 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.
Follow:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 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.
Follow:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 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.
Follow:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com