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Welcome to the PassPorter Moms Podcast!

We bring you Disney and travel advice, tips, answers, and fun in our weekly podcast. Watch for new 30- to 45-minute episode every Wednesday!

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       EPISODES
Have You Heard?

Finding Disney Information Online (02/01/2012)

Our Never-Done-at-Disney List (01/25/2012)

Disneyland and Los Angeles (01/18/2012)

Jennifer and Sara's Top 5 Must Dos in 2012 (01/11/2012)

Disney Dining in 2012 (01/04/2012)

Disney Trip Planning 101 (12/28/2011)

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Walt Disney World with Doug Ingersoll (12/21/2011)

Our 100th Episode -- Do You Know Your PassPorter Mom Trivia? (12/14/2011)

Making the Most of the PassPorter's Club (12/07/2011)

A Brit Different Disney Chat with Craig Duncan from the Disney Brit Podcast (11/30/2011)

Thanksgiving with the PassPorter Moms (11/23/2011)

New Happenings In Orlando with Orlando Attractions Magazine (11/16/2011)

The Reluctant Mouseketeer (11/09/2011)

Holiday Dining at Disney (11/02/2011)

PassPorter's Walt Disney World Guide (10/26/2011)

Surprising Your Family With a Disney Trip! (10/19/2011)

LEGOLAND Florida (10/12/2011)

2011 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival (10/05/2011)

Aulani, Disney's Newest Resort (09/28/2011)

Photography Tips with Disney Moms Panelist Marc Lorenzo (09/21/2011)

Disney Cruise Line: Choosing a Cruise (09/14/2011)

Disneyland with the Disney Moms Panel Dads (09/07/2011)

The D23 Expo in Review (08/31/2011)

Social Media Tips for Planning Trips (08/24/2011)

Just Desserts with AJ Wolfe from Disney Food Blog (08/17/2011)

Making More Magic: Special Meals at Walt Disney World (08/10/2011)

Jennifer and Sara's Favorite Resorts (08/03/2011)

Disney Speed Planning with Justine Fellows (07/27/2011)

Disney Cruise or Disney Park? Tips For Choosing (07/20/2011)

Cruising to Alaska with Disney Moms Panelist Andi Sims (07/13/2011)

Holidays Around 'The World' (07/06/2011)

Dining at Disney with Kids (06/29/2011)

Walt Disney World Questions & Answers (06/22/2011)

Disney Dream Cruising with Cheryl Pendry (06/15/2011)

How to Beat the Heat at Disney (06/08/2011)

Orlando Balloon Rides (06/01/2011)

The Importance of Community (05/25/2011)

Dining at Disney (05/18/2011)

What We Dislike About Disney (05/11/2011)

The Good Enough Mother - Rene Syler (05/04/2011)

Hidden Mickeys with Steve Barrett (04/27/2011)

When to Visit Walt Disney World (04/20/2011)

Tracie Cook, Vacation Field Guides Author (04/13/2011)

Disney Social Media Moms Celebration 2011 (04/06/2011)

Ordeal in Cairo -- Cheryl Pendry's Experiences in Egypt (03/30/2011)

PassPorter Moms Do Epcot: A Video Podcast (03/23/2011)

Living the Suite Life on the Disney Dream (03/16/2011)

Planning a Last Minute Trip to Disney! (03/09/2011)

Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers (03/02/2011)

The Disney Dream - Part 2 (02/23/2011)

Backstage Magic at Disney's Animal Kingdom - The Wild Africa Trek (02/15/2011)

Disney's Earmarked Travel Advisory Board (02/09/2011)

Cruisin' on the Dream with the PassPorter Moms (02/04/2011)

Disney Dream Christening Cruise (01/26/2011)

Keeping Your New Year's Resolutions: Sticking to Your Diet at Walt Disney World! (01/19/2011)

Our First Anniversary Episode with Deb Wills from AllEars.net (01/12/2011)

Keeping Your New Year's Resolutions: Staying on Budget at Walt Disney World! (01/05/2011)

Marine Life at Walt Disney World (12/29/2010)

Bring Disney Home for the Holidays (12/22/2010)

Relaxing in the Spas at Walt Disney World (12/15/2010)

Top 5 Tips for Traveling with Tots (12/08/2010)

Walt Disney World for Military Families (12/01/2010)

Walt Disney World with Tweens and Teens (11/24/2010)

Planning a Group Trip to Disney (11/17/2010)

Things to Do Without Park Admission (11/10/2010)

Favorite Resorts at Walt Disney World (11/03/2010)

Signature Dining at Walt Disney World (10/27/2010)

Holidays Around the World (10/20/2010)

Walt Disney World for Grown-Ups (10/13/2010)

Alexander & Ryan's Top 10 Rides for Kids (10/06/2010)

Former Disney Moms Panel Member Jackie Stevens (09/29/2010)

Working at Walt Disney World (09/22/2010)

Long Haul Disney Cruises -- When a 7-night Cruise Just Won't Do! (09/15/2010)

Get Your Disney Groove On with Sorcerer Radio (09/08/2010)

Flying Safe with CARES Creator Louise Stoll (09/01/2010)

The Disney Moms Panel Dads (08/25/2010)

Our Top 10 Favorite Snacks (08/18/2010)

Taking a Town Car to Walt Disney World (08/11/2010)

Top 10 Meals at Walt Disney World (08/04/2010)

Owner's Locker (07/28/2010)

Scrapbooking Your Disney Vacation (07/21/2010)

Keeping Kids Safe While Traveling (07/14/2010)

Top 10 Must-See Attractions (07/07/2010)

Visting Disneyland in Fabulous Sunny California (06/30/2010)

Walt Disney World with Special Needs (06/23/2010)

Feasting and Snacking Around The World (06/16/2010)

What's New in Orlando with Orlando Attractions Magazine (06/09/2010)

Finding Buried Treasure: Geocaching at Disney (06/02/2010)

Disney Vacation Club Membership Reselling and Renting (05/26/2010)

Interview with Former Cast Member Mike Demopoulos (05/18/2010)

Planning for a Summer Trip to Walt Disney World (05/13/2010)

Traveling the World (05/04/2010)

Interview with Lou Mongello of WDW Radio (04/27/2010)

Knoebels Amusement Park in Pennsylvania (04/20/2010)

The Art of Disney Podcasting (04/13/2010)

Disney Dreamin' - Preview of the New Disney Cruise Ship (04/06/2010)

To Rent or Not to Rent ... a Stroller! (03/30/2010)

Renting a Vacation Home (03/23/2010)

Deb Wills of AllEars.net (03/16/2010)

The Dish on Disney's Latest News (03/10/2010)

The School That Walt Built! (03/02/2010)

Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World (02/23/2010)

Disney Weddings & Honeymoons (02/16/2010)

Solo and So-Loving It! (02/09/2010)

More Days to Play! (02/02/2010)

A Tale of Two Moms: Why We Love Disney! (01/28/2010)

PassPorter Moms Podcast: Disney and Beyond!

Grab your mug and listen to tips, advice, and chat from PassPorter's Jennifer and Sara -- and their friends and guests -- about Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and general travel. We are the PassPorter Moms!

A weekly podcast for all travelers, with or without kids!

Details On This Episode:

Walt Disney World with Special Needs (Episode #22 - 06/23/2010)


Description: Join Jennifer and Sara as they discuss the week's news and chat with special guest Pamela Dorr about traveling to Walt Disney World with special needs.

Special Guest(s): Pamela Dorr - Pam is a Co-Guide for the Vacationing Your Way: Traveling with Special Needs forum. She has lots of experience traveling to Walt Disney World with her daughter and boyfriend who both have some special needs. In addition, Pam helps others plan their Disney trips as a travel agent with Off To Neverland Travel. Pam lives in Texas.

Questions/topics we discuss in this podcast:
A stupid laundry question
Upgrading at the port
Help!!! I am not sure if she is ready for Disney?!!
Hi, Great job on the podcasts. They are a great way to get my Disney "fix" and keep up on what's going on. Thank you.

I have a question about mobility for seniors. We're looking to go to WDW next summer and are cosidering taking my in-laws along. They love being a part of the kids lives but age has limited their ability to get around. I know scooters are available at the parks but I've never requested one before so I'm trying to understand how to "Do Disney on a Scooter".

After listening to other podcasts about options such as vacation homes and stroller rentals I have to wonder if there are options for scooters. We've decided to drive down and stay in the value resorts. And we're wondering how to plan for 2 scooters each day of the trip. Can they be reserved? Is there anything like "Orlando Stroller Rentals" for scooters? Are there any tips or traps to watch out for?

Any advice greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

"A Goofy Dad"


Hi, ladies!

I have a quick question about celebrations at WDW. My family (including my husband's parents, sister, and nieces and nephew) will be traveling to Walt Disney World for our first trip during the holiday season this December. We are checking out on the 12th, just missing my father-in-law's birthday by 4 days! I was wondering what kind of time limits there are on the celebrations. Can we still "celebrate" his birthday, even though it won't have happened yet? I think he'll really get a kick out of some extra Disney magic while we're there!

Thank you for taking the time to put on such a great podcast! I've really enjoyed listening to it.

God Bless!

Andrea Harbin

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Listener Feedback:

For some reason I did not get all of the podcast. :( It cut off at the laundry question and Sarah's response. I don't know if that can be corrected. I would love to hear the rest of it. smiley for :)

     taylan1 on June 23, 2010 @ 5:56 pm
Hi ladies. I just listened to the podcast and only had part of it download also. :( Like taylan1 I was able to listen as far as the laundry question and then it stopped.

     PamelaK on June 23, 2010 @ 11:27 pm
PamelaK;3326826 >Hi ladies. I just listened to the podcast and only had part of it download also. :( Like taylan1 I was able to listen as far as the laundry question and then it stopped.



At least I know I am not crazy! LOL :crazy:

     taylan1 on June 24, 2010 @ 10:31 am
So sorry about that ... I've fixed it.

     Jennifer Marx on June 24, 2010 @ 10:46 am
Jennifer Marx;3327268 >So sorry about that ... I've fixed it.



Cool! smiley for :cool:

     taylan1 on June 24, 2010 @ 11:13 am
Thanks so much for doing this podcast. I have been enjoying your podcasts for a couple of months now and was excited to see that this newest podcast was about going to Disney World with special needs. I have 2 beautiful children. A 7 year old boy who loves Disney and a 4 year old girl. My daughter has special needs and we hope that we are able to take her to Disney World one day. We did take her when she was much younger but we know that taking her now will be much more difficult because of her special needs. Knowing that when the time comes to go that I have somewhere to reference is a wonderful feeling. Thanks again!

     Tabitha34 on June 25, 2010 @ 9:14 am
Welcome Tabitha and thanks for listening!! :welcome:

     Belle* on June 25, 2010 @ 9:29 am
Can I add one more laundry tip...on how to get your clothes back and forth?

I just used one of our empty wheeled suitcases. Threw them all in dirty, rolled it to the laundry room, then threw them all back in dry and clean when they were done.

You have the choice if you want to fold them in the laundry room or back in your room. smiley for :D

     Minniemouse27 on June 25, 2010 @ 12:21 pm
Tabitha34;3328707 >Thanks so much for doing this podcast. I have been enjoying your podcasts for a couple of months now and was excited to see that this newest podcast was about going to Disney World with special needs. I have 2 beautiful children. A 7 year old boy who loves Disney and a 4 year old girl. My daughter has special needs and we hope that we are able to take her to Disney World one day. We did take her when she was much younger but we know that taking her now will be much more difficult because of her special needs. Knowing that when the time comes to go that I have somewhere to reference is a wonderful feeling. Thanks again!

Come on over and visit us in the Vacationing Your Way Forum. We have lots more tips and tricks up our sleeves. smiley for :) Thank you for listening and I'm glad you were able to get information valuable to you.

     PamelaK on June 25, 2010 @ 11:43 pm
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Jennifer Marx is the author of dozens of PassPorter guidebooks, as well as webmistress of PassPorter.com. She is mom to 7-year-old Alexander, who has been to Disney World, Disneyland, and on the Disney Cruise so many times we've all lost count.


Sara Varney is the editor of PassPorter News and manager of the PassPorter's Club. She is also a travel planner for Mouse Fan Travel. Most importantly, she is Mom to her 7-year-old son Ryan, an experienced Disney traveler in his own right.

Together we're the 'PassPorter Moms,' sharing our experiences, dispensing travel advice, and reminding you to eat your veggies before you devour that Dole Whip.