A little Disney Believe, a lot of gratitude, and some adventures together ๐Ÿ’™


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Hello, my friend!

What a wonderfully crazy couple of weeks it's been! I feel like I've barely unpacked one suitcase before packing another, but I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities, experiences, and people that have filled these past few weeks. And I have SO much I want to share with you!

Last week, I had the incredible opportunity to sail aboard the Disney Wish for the big reveal of Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Believe, coming in late 2027.

And Disney didn't simply invite us to a presentation. They turned the entire experience into a multi-day scavenger hunt, filled with clues, puzzles, character encounters, surprises, and some pretty wild speculation.

If you followed along on social media, you know that I had some VERY strong predictions (one of which involved me bringing an actual costume aboard the ship). I was right about a few things... and spectacularly wrong about others. But that's half the fun, isn't it?!

And one of my favorite parts was getting to share the clues, guesses, and excitement with YOU along the way. Reading your comments, hearing your theories, and trying to piece everything together made the experience that much more fun.

But something else happened during the trip that really stayed with me...

During dinner one evening, I watched a father holding his young son as they sang along to a familiar Disney song. It wasn't a new attraction, announcement, or elaborate special effect. It was simply a beautiful moment between a father and son that reminded me why these experiences mean so much to us.

It's not always about what's new. Sometimes it's about experiencing something familiar through someone else's eyes, making a new memory in a familiar place, or sharing something you love with someone you love.

And that thought stayed with me as we learned more about the Believe.

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ This week on WDW Radio: Disney Believe!

I invited two friends who shared the reveal experience with me, Beci Mahnken from Mouse Fan Travel and Serena Lyn from Living by Disney, to sit down and talk about everything we discovered, what surprised us, and what we're most excited to experience.

There's a new Encanto stage show, a Moana-inspired Grand Hall, new experiences inspired by Tangled, Zootopia, Snow White, The Little Mermaid, and more. We also talk about the return of familiar favorites like the Haunted Mansion Parlor, the new Frozen dining experience, and yes... my excitement over Big Hero Sips!

But we also explore a bigger question: What makes a Disney ship feel special to YOU, and which one is the right fit for your next adventure?

๐ŸŽง Listen to this week's WDW Radio episodeโ€‹

๐Ÿšข And speaking of adventures... we're sailing on the Disney Believe TOGETHER!

I'm SO excited that we'll be bringing our WDW Radio family aboard the Disney Believe for a five-night cruise, May 1โ€“6, 2028, sailing from Fort Lauderdale to Nassau, Disney Castaway Cay, AND Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point!

Two Disney island destinations, a brand-new ship, special time together, and, of course, some surprises along the way (and maybe even a few chicken tenders).

Whether you've cruised with us before or this will be your very first time, I'd LOVE to have you join us. Come solo, with your family, or with someone special. These cruises have a wonderful way of turning strangers into lifelong friends, and that's what makes them so meaningful to me.

You can learn more about our Disney Believe cruise and get a FREE, no-obligation quote from Mouse Fan Travel here!โ€‹

๐ŸŒŠ And there's another kind of cruise I want to tell you about... Momentum at Sea!

If you're an entrepreneur, creator, podcaster, or someone building a business around something you love, I've created a very different kind of adventure.

March 15โ€“19, 2027, we're sailing aboard Royal Caribbean's incredible Utopia of the Seas for an intimate, hands-on monetization mastermind. We'll spend five days working together to help you turn your ideas, expertise, and passion into real revenue, build a practical plan for your business, and make meaningful connections with other entrepreneurs.

And yes, there will be plenty of time to enjoy the ship, the Bahamas, and some REALLY good food!

We're keeping this one to just 20 attendees, so we can make the experience personal and productive.

โ€‹Learn more and join me for Momentum at Sea!โ€‹

๐Ÿ’™ Have you seen the NEW WDWRadio.com?!

One more thing I'm really excited to share with you is our completely redesigned WDW Radio website!

We've worked hard to make it easier, faster, and more enjoyable for you to find the things you love, whether that's listening to the latest podcast, discovering an older episode, exploring Disney stories, finding an upcoming event, or connecting with our community.

And because this really is YOUR home for everything WDW Radio, I'd love for you to take a look and tell me what you think! What do you like? What could be better? Is there something you'd love to see added?

๐Ÿ‘‰ Explore the all-new WDWRadio.comโ€‹

๐Ÿ“… Let's make some memories together!

We have SO many wonderful adventures ahead, and I hope we'll have the chance to share at least one of them!

And, of course, we have our free Walt Disney World Meets of the Month and other gatherings throughout the year. You can always find our latest plans and announcements at WDWRadio.com/Events.

I know that's a LOT of information and a lot of things on the calendar, but I genuinely hope there's something here that gives you something wonderful to look forward to.

Because if there's one thing I've been reminded of lately, it's that the places we go and the things we experience are wonderful... but the people we get to share them with are what make them unforgettable. And that includes you.

OK, that's it for now, as my Momentum Weekend Workshop starts on Thursday, and I have SO much time and so little to do... strike that. Reverse it.

But before I go, I have a question for you: Of everything Disney has announced for the Believe, what ONE experience are you most excited about? Just hit reply and tell me! I read every response, and I'd love to hear from you, or share your thoughts in the Clubhouse.

Thank you, as always, for being here, for being part of this family, and for allowing me to share a little of my world with you each week. I never take that privilege, or your friendship, for granted.

Choose the good. ๐Ÿ’™

Lou Mongello - WDW Radio

Lou Mongello is a former attorney turned Disney enthusiast, founder of WDWRadio.com Disney podcast in 2005 (named Best Travel Podcast 9 consecutive years), member of the Podcast Hall of Fame, author, speaker, and business coach at LouMongello.com.

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