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for Show 16 - May 27, 2007
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Welcome back to The WDW Radio Show – Your Walt Disney World information Station, hosted by Lou Mongello. Thanks for tuning in once again.
This is Show #16 for the week of May 27, 2007.
I'm back from Walt Disney World with my trip report and some wonderful information including some attraction and restaurant reviews, Cast Member stories, news and rumors, and some true "insider information" about something new coming to one of Walt Disney World's theme parks early next year. As this trip afforded me the chance to meet Jeff Pepper, whom you’ve heard on a number of segments with me, he will join me to talk about the trip and some of the experiences we shared along the way. There's a lot more to this report than just a summary of our trip, as we include our review of the Gran Fiesta Tour, a suggestion about how to possibly improve the ADR (Advanced Dining Reservations) system, some dining reviews, and introduce the first of a new "Hidden Treasures" segment, where we discuss the experience of an Illuminations Cruise.
I also came back with an exclusive interview with Mark Seppala, Senior Design Manager for Walt Disney Parks & Resorts. If you've ever purchased a souvenir, decoration, seasonal piece, home decorations, art or collectible, chances are he had a hand (literally) in creating it. He shares fascinating stories about his career at Disney, some of the legendary artists and animators he met, the process of creating merchandise and Disney pins, and even offers tips and suggestions for someone looking to join the Disney Design Group.
Of course, I will cover this week's Walt Disney World News and Views, as well as take a trip to the Walt Disney World Rumor Mill, where we look at some rumors about merchandise, FASTPASS, Soarin' and more.
Be sure to stay tuned for some listener voicemails at the very end of the show.
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Mark Seppala - Disney Design Group
Contemporary Tower Construction
Gran Fiesta Tour - Mexico, World Showcase, Epcot
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Toy Story Mania construction
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Project Tomorrow - Spaceship Earth
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Project Tomorrow - Spaceship Earth
Project Tomorrow - Spaceship Earth
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If you are planning a WDW vacation, please visit The Magic For Less Travel for all of your planning needs. Their serves are completely free, and they have specially discounted Magic Your Way Packages are available for 4/15/07-5/23/07-travel dates. This discount is available for Magic Your Way packages that include the dining plan too. The numbers of rooms available with this special rate are very limited, so visit The Magic For Less Travel for a free, no-obligation quote.
Check out Jeff Pepper's blog at 2719Hyperion.blogspot.com and be sure to visit his store for great, exclusive logo merchandise!!! Thanks for all of his help on the show, including out 7 Wonders of Walt Disney World
and thanks to Jeff for the great logo, too!!
As I announced on a previous show, I have revealed the next in the 7 Wonders of Walt Disney World series, as I want you to be a part of the discussion and show. This will give you the chance to talk about something that I think we all agree is a truly magical part of Walt Disney World - the CAST MEMBERS.
So don't forget to call the voicemail at 206-202-4WDW (4939) and share with us a story, magical moment, etc., I'll play them on the show, and we'll go more into WHY this is a wonder during that show. You can also discuss this upcoming wonder in the WDWRadio message forums
Thanks for your help and for being a part of the show! 
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Cruise with Lou Mongello and Margaret Kerry (yes, the same Tinker Bell that you just saw on your new Peter Pan Special Edition DVD) on the Disney Magic! Join us for special events, Pirate costume contests, tons of free giveaways, private dining, extra fun things to do Castaway Cay, treasure hunts, trivia games, live podcasting from the ship, where you can help be a part of the show, charity fundraising events to benefit the DWT Dream Team and the Starlight Children's Foundation, and so much more! Everyone who books as part of our group will get special pixie-dusted items in cabins.
One of the things I'm happy to finally be able to announce is that at many of these events, you can participate and earn KEYS, end of cruise, one of your keys could open a huge treasure chest filled with incredible Disney Surprises and Merchandise!
There will be LOTS of things we have planned just for kids, too, including a special treat from Captain Jack Sparrow, treasure hunts, and more!
Everyone who books by June 1, 2007 will receive a very unique surprise before the cruise. During a wonderful, private event we have planned as we set sail, we will have a very special, very fun-filled drawing at a private event where one person will win a $500 Disney Gift Card that you can use on board! Of course, if you have already booked on the cruise, you will also receive the surprise and be eligible to win, so no worries!
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Visit MagicMeets.com for more information about Fred Block's Northeast Disney Fan Meet 2007! July 14th, 2007, in Harrisburg, PA, from
11am to 6pm. Join us for a full day or speakers, presentations, Disney merchandise for sale, contests, a charity auction to benefit the Dream Team Project, games, prizes, kids room, and more surprises (like free Segway instruction and rides!) and lots more fun! SOLD OUT!!
Visit some other friends of the show, including other Disney Podcasts and web sites you might enjoy:
Tim Foster's Guide to the Magic 
WDWToday - Oh, Len!!!!!
Allaboutthemouse.com
Window to the Magic with Paul Barrie
Mouse Guest weekly
Let's Talk About Disney
MouseVine
WDW-Memories.net podcast
Visit The MeanderingMouse for Jeff's series of shows on the history of Epcot's attractions