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

Apr 6, 2026

Pre-Trip Report: Samantha’s “Grand” Land and Sea Vacation (March 2026)

Apr 6, 2026

52 min

Samantha and her family (including husband, Colin and 3-year old daughter, Grace) are heading back to Walt Disney World for another magical trip. This time, they are tacking on a bit more magic as they plan to spend six nights at the Grand Floridian Resort before heading out on their first ever Disney cruise, three nights on the Disney Wish! On this adventure they will be taking advantage of Lightning Lanes, heading to the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, and might even be getting Grace’s first haircut at the Harmony Barber Shop.

Trip Dates: March 14-23, 2026
Post Trip Interview: recorded 3/8/26

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

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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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Mar 30, 2026

Post-Trip Report: Chelsea’s Unpacking a 1st WDW Trip As a Family of Three (March 2026)

Mar 30, 2026

1hr 37 min

Chelsea and her family have returned from Walt Disney World and may have fallen in love…with Animal Kingdom Lodge! This family of three had a fantastic time, even as die hard Disneylanders, and will definitely be back.

Trip Dates: March 8-14, 2026
Post Trip Interview: recorded 3/28/26

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Chelsea on Instagram (@chelseaunpacked) and reach out for a free quote if you are interested in her magical trip planning services!
Koosh Ball

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

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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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Mar 30, 2026

Pre-Trip Report: Chelsea’s Unpacking a 1st WDW Trip As a Family of Three (March 2026)

Mar 30, 2026

1hr 11 min

Chelsea, whose family goes to Disneyland regularly, is excited to be heading to Walt Disney World for the first time as a family of three. This will be a first WDW visit for husband, Jed, and daughter, Olivia who is 8. They are planning a split stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge in Jambo House and at the Swan portion of the Swan and Dolphin. They will be getting Lightning Lane Multi Pass each day of the trip, and as self-declared rope droppers, will be trying to squeeze every drop of fun out of this family vacation that they can!

Trip Dates: March 8-14, 2026
Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 3/1/26

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Chelsea on Instagram (@chelseaunpacked) and reach out for a free quote if you are interested in her magical trip planning services!
Virginia’s favorite light jacket for the parks (it has UV protection)
Food and Wine App (works for all festivals) - iOS or Android
People mentioned in this episode:
- Donna - Listen to Donna's trip report
- Pat - Follow on Instagram and listen to his trip report!
- Jon - @thewdwrunner

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

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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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Mar 23, 2026

Post-Trip Report: Olivia’s Art of Animation Family Vacation (March 2026)

Mar 23, 2026

1hr 27 min

Olivia’s trip is over (sadly), but she’s back to share all the details (happily). There were many new things tried on this trip, from snacks to the resort to Blake being tall enough to ride Slinky!

Trip Dates: March 4-8, 2026
Post Trip Interview: recorded 3/12/26

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Olivia on Instagram @soarinaroundwdwpod and subscribe to Soarin’ Around WDW: on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube
Check out Olivia’s Every Ride Challenge from Disneyland on YouTube
Blacklane Car Service
Landry’s Select Club
Dedicated to Disneyland Paris Podcast
People mentioned in this episode:
- Katie - @2plus3travelers (Olivia’s travel agent)

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.

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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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Mar 23, 2026

Pre-Trip Report: Olivia’s Art of Animation Family Vacation (March 2026)

Mar 23, 2026

55 min

Olivia, from Soarin’ Around WDW Podcast, is returning to the show. This time, she is planning a trip to Walt Disney World with her husband Madi, and daughters Aili (7) and Blake (3). While the girls don’t yet know all of the plans for the trip, Olivia is looking forward to surprising them with a stay at Art of Animation in a Little Mermaid room. They have plans to visit three of the four parks (sorry MK, they will have to catch you next time) and on two of their park days, they will have a variety of family members traveling to meet up with them for the day.

Trip Dates: March 4-8, 2026
Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 2/22/26

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Olivia on Instagram @soarinaroundwdwpod and subscribe to Soarin’ Around WDW: on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube
Blacklane Car Service
Flower and Garden Festival
Food and Wine App (works for all festivals) - iOS or Android
People mentioned in this episode:
- Katie - @2plus3travelers (Olivia’s travel agent)

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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Mar 16, 2026

Bonus Trip Report: Virginia & Alex's Down and Back in One Day Trip (February 2026)

Mar 16, 2026

50 min

Virginia is joined by Alex to discuss their February 28, 2026 trip to Walt Disney World. Because they were going down and back in one day, they decided to focus on Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Their priorities were to ride anything they were able to with Multipass Lightning Lanes, get Joffery’s of course, and soak in the vibes.

Trip Dates: February 28, 2026

Episode Specific Links:

Check out our Spaceship Earth photos in the Down & Back highlight bubble
Video - Piña Ayada Kid
People mentioned in this episode:
- Jeanette - @pixiejeanette
- Nanci - @nancibat3
- Molly - @magicmemorieswithmolly

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

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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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Mar 9, 2026

Post-Trip Report: Pat’s Welcome Home and Disney Fantasy Trip (February 2026)

Mar 9, 2026

2hr 23 min

Virginia welcomes back Pat from his DVC welcome home visit to Bay Lake Tower and cruise on the Disney Fantasy. This trip included lots of park time, a date night at Narcoossee’s, a 4 park challenge, and one terrible sunburn. Thankfully, the fun outweighed that sunburn!

Trip Dates: February 13-25, 2026
Post Trip Interview: recorded 2/26/26

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Pat on Instagram
The Challenger Series
People mentioned in this episode:
- Kelly Gray - @wishlisttravel413
- Jon - @thewdwrunner
- Jeanette - @pixiejeanette
- Donna - @donna_thomson05
- Miranda and Corey - @bippityboppitybenfields

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.

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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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Mar 9, 2026

Pre-Trip Report: Pat’s Welcome Home and Disney Fantasy Trip (February 2026)

Mar 9, 2026

1hr 2 min

Pat is back for his second trip report on the podcast! This go around, he and his family, including wife Julie and son, Connor, are planning their “welcome home” stay as DVC members at the Contemporary’s Bay Lake Tower Resort. Joining them for that portion of the trip will be Julie’s sister, Christine! Since this is Pat, you know he’s planning a lot of park time, including another father/son 4 Park Challenge. As if that’s not enough, they are planning a five night cruise on the Disney Fantasy to wrap up their vacation!

Trip Dates: February 13-25, 2026
Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 1/27/26

Episode Specific Links:

Follow Pat on Instagram
Unlocked Magic (discounted tickets)
Group Trip to Alaska with Kelly Gray
People mentioned in this episode:
- Kelly Gray - @wishlisttravel413

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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