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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 Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
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.
Follow:
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- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
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- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
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.
Follow:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Monday Aug 18, 2025
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.
Follow:
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- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Monday Aug 18, 2025
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.
Follow:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Aug 11, 2025
Monday Aug 11, 2025
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.
Follow:
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- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Aug 11, 2025
Monday Aug 11, 2025
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:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Alex is back from her girls’ trip! When all was said and done, it turned out to be the perfect way to celebrate her new Master’s degree and begin to plan for the next big adventure. Nothing can stop her now!
- Trip Dates: June 26 - July 6, 2025
- Post Trip Interview: recorded 7/17 & 19/25
Episode Specific Links:
- Follow Alex: @mainstreetalex (Instagram) and @mainstreetalex (TikTok)
- DVC-Rental
- Video - Make your own Black Caf Cold Brew at home
- Animation Experience
- Efteling (in the Netherlands)
- 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:
- Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast
- TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast
- Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Alex, a fellow New Yorker, is joining the podcast for the first time! She sits down to talk to Virginia about her upcoming girls’ trip in celebration of graduating with her masters degree. The ladies will be doing a split stay between Pop Century Resort and the Polynesian between June 26 - July 2. They are looking forward to using the quick service dining plan for the first half of their stay, eating at Topolino’s Terrace, and making the most of lightning lanes. After the girls’ trip, Alex will spend a few extra days in Florida visiting with family.
- Trip Dates: June 26 - July 6, 2025
- Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 6/10/25
Episode Specific Links:
- Follow Alex: @mainstreetalex (Instagram) and @mainstreetalex (TikTok)
- DVC-Rental
- Check out the water show at LaGuardia Airport
- Pouches Virginia has for Ear Transport: Stoney Clover Lane Large Pouch ($$$$) and an Amazon Alternative ($)
- Video - Remy’s Ratatouille Single Rider Line
- People mentioned in this episode:
- Whitni - @parkhopwhitme
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