Welcome back to The Great British Mickey Waffle! 🇬🇧🧇Tonight, we are looking ahead at what is shaping up to be one of the most transformative years in Orlando history: 2026.From major closures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to the first-ever Muppets-themed coaster at Hollywood Studios, there is so much to cover. Plus, Universal Orlando is entering its first full year with Epic Universe fully integrated—how is that changing the "Park Hopper" game?On tonight's menu:The Muppet Takeover: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster is rebranding—what do we expect from the Summer 2026 debut?Farewell to DinoLand: With DINOSAUR closing next month (February 2, 2026), we look at the progress of Tropical Americas.Magic Kingdom’s "Back to Basics": Cinderella Castle’s 1971-inspired repaint and the reopening of Big Thunder Mountain this Spring.Epic Universe Year 2: New ticket rules, park hopping, and how it’s affecting crowd patterns.Epcot Refresh: "Soarin’ Across America" and the 250th US Anniversary updates.What are you most excited for in 2026? Are you planning a trip this year?

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It’s the 1st of January 2026, and while the UK is cold, dark, and definitely NOT Florida, the team at The Great British Mickey Waffle is here to kickstart your holiday planning! Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned pro, the very first steps can be the most overwhelming.

In this episode, we break down how to navigate the "big jigsaw puzzle" of Florida planning without the stress.

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It’s time for the final GBMW Live Show of 2025 — and we’re celebrating in true Disney style 🎄✨Join us for our Great British Mickey Waffle Christmas Party, packed with festive fun, plenty of laughs, and a big look back at an incredible year for GBMW and Disney fans alike.In this special end-of-year show, we’re:🎁 Exchanging our GBMW Secret Santa gifts📆 Looking back at our highlights from 2025🏨 Debating which Disney World resort lobbies are the most festive🎄 Sharing why Disney at Christmas just hits differentlyFrom towering Christmas trees to gingerbread displays and that unmistakable holiday atmosphere, we’re talking all things Walt Disney World at Christmas — plus reflecting on another amazing year.Thank you for being part of the GBMW journey in 2025 💛However you’re celebrating, we hope this episode brings a little Disney magic to your festive season.🎅 Merry Christmas from all of us at The Great British Mickey Waffle!