Rhubarb Travelers
A podcast that focuses on Disney Vacation Club, Disney, Universal, Dollywood and life. Two hosts that have solid opinions and integrity

What to expect

News
You are going to get Disney Vacation Club and Disney News and with the Aftershow Dollywood, Universal and more

Opinions
We do not shy away from opinions, we like to say we are very opinionated in a family friendly environment

Family Friendly Humor
We always keep it PG so you and your family can listen together
Latest Episodes

Unlock the magic of Disney Parks and the Disney Vacation Club with steadfast opinions from hosts that have been involved with Disney through all the major stages of life including pre-kid, small children, pre-teens, and now grown college kids.
Then stick around for our Aftershow where we explore Universal thrills, Dollywood charm, Cruises, and much more. We cover the best in family travel to ensure your next getaway is packed with pixie dust, roller coasters, and unforgettable memories.
In Episode 7 of The Rhubarbs Travelers, we celebrate the long-awaited arrival of Bluey to Disney Parks, detailing the new shows and experiences coming to Disneyland and Animal Kingdom. We also discuss the confirmed July 2026 opening date for Soarin’ Across America and analyze the rumors surrounding airline-style ticket pricing and a new partnership with Meta for smart glasses. DVC members won’t want to miss our breakdown of the 2026 annual dues and the surprising 30-month extension to the Contemporary Resort’s refurbishment. Plus, we explore Disney’s cutting-edge animatronics, from a free-standing dancing Minnie Mouse to the next-gen tech coming to the Lion King ride in Paris.
Stay tuned for our Aftershow, where we react to Zootopia 2 making history with the biggest global opening for an animated film of all time. We also dig into intriguing permits filed at Disney Springs that point to a new concept from the owner of Gideon’s Bakehouse taking over the Art of Shaving space. From the permanent closure of the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster pre-show to the reimagining of Hollywood Studios’ Animation Courtyard.
This episode sponsored by Dontresistthetravel.com


- Episode 005 – Lakeshore Lodge Update, Tons of Refurb News, Jollywood Nights Changes, Epic Universe Ticket Prices, and the Airplane Seat Question
In this week’s show, Lakeshore Lodge is confirmed to have a lazy river. Plus, the guys talk about a lot of refurb going on in the Magic Kingdom and then talk about changes coming to Jollywood Nights at DHS this year. Also, Shanghai Disney is getting a new resort. In the Aftershow, ticket prices for… Read more: Episode 005 – Lakeshore Lodge Update, Tons of Refurb News, Jollywood Nights Changes, Epic Universe Ticket Prices, and the Airplane Seat Question - Episode 004 – DVC Property Values, mystery boat in World Showcase Lagoon, WDW Ticket Price hikes, EPCOT Festival of the Arts, Savannah Bananas, and Universal Kids Resort
This week the guys talk about current refurbishments going on at Animal Kingdom VIllas and the recent Property Valuations for DVC in Florida. Also, we dive into listener questions to speculate what might happen in 2042 when the first DVC contracts expire and then discuss whether Universal Express passes are a good one day investment.… Read more: Episode 004 – DVC Property Values, mystery boat in World Showcase Lagoon, WDW Ticket Price hikes, EPCOT Festival of the Arts, Savannah Bananas, and Universal Kids Resort - Episode 003 – DVC 2026 After Hours Dates and GotG queue line changes. Bye Bye Mythos Restaurant at UO. Royal Caribbean has a private beach club and breaking news from Las Vegas.
Blake and Damon go over a lot of DVC related news this show including 2026 After Hours dates, Member discounts for Jollywood Nights and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, DVC exclusive Hoop Dee Review dinners, and special Meet and Greets at the Epcot Lounge In Park news, queue line changes are being tested out in… Read more: Episode 003 – DVC 2026 After Hours Dates and GotG queue line changes. Bye Bye Mythos Restaurant at UO. Royal Caribbean has a private beach club and breaking news from Las Vegas. - Episode 002 – DVC Moonlight Magic, Paddlefish Robbery, Bye-Bye Launch Bay, and Candlelight Processional
Blake and Damon discuss their recent trip reports and then dive into DVC Moonlight Magic dates. Also, the guys respond to listener questions. In the news portion, we talk about the Paddlefish robbery, new projection mapping and AI, and saying goodbye to Star Wars Launch Bay. We talk Candlelight Processional Narrators as well. The Aftershow… Read more: Episode 002 – DVC Moonlight Magic, Paddlefish Robbery, Bye-Bye Launch Bay, and Candlelight Processional - Episode 001 – DVC News, Tron, Dinosaur, Abu Dhabi, and New Beginnings
Hosts Blake and Damon introduce their new podcast, setting the stage for what to expect. They mention that they will be doing things a little differently, including discussing best vacation experiences and re-telling old stories. In addition, they discuss DVC News and Tips like using your points over the lifetime of your kids growing up,… Read more: Episode 001 – DVC News, Tron, Dinosaur, Abu Dhabi, and New Beginnings

“Damon is best part of the podcast, he has lived though everything DVC at every stage and has an opinion that is valid. While you might not always like to hear what he has to say, he is 99.99% correct in his opinions”
Geoffrey
Why Choose Us
Real Opinions
We give you the real deal all the time without the boring fluff
Integrity
We will not be swayed, we have opinions and we stick by them
Funny
Always humorous