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.
Get ready for a packed episode of The Rhubarb Travelers Podcast as we break down major Disney news, smart vacation strategies, and some genuinely surprising updates across the theme park world. From Disney Vacation Club’s 35th Anniversary casting call to Kids Eat Free on the Disney Dining Plan, plus big changes to Disneyland perks and water park access at Walt Disney World. We also dig into major ride updates, including Rise of the Resistance going down indefinitely at Disneyland and fresh details on the Big Thunder Mountain and Buzz Lightyear refurbishments.
In the Aftershow, we roll into Universal and beyond with Halloween Horror Nights anniversary details, Mardi Gras concert lineups, Harry Potter anniversary celebrations, and what’s coming next at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Add in listener trip-planning questions, new Toy Story Land snacks, high-tech LEGO Star Wars sets, and a billion-dollar Avatar box office run, and you’ve got an episode that hits theme park news from every angle. Whether you’re planning your next trip or just love staying in the loop, Episode 10 delivers the fun and the facts.
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- Episode 010 – Be in a Disney Ad! Disneyland Perks coming to an end, Kids Eat Free, Stacey from Must Do DIsney returns, and Busch Gardens Verbolten gets a refurb
Get ready for a packed episode of The Rhubarb Travelers Podcast as we break down major Disney news, smart vacation strategies, and some genuinely surprising updates across the theme park world. From Disney Vacation Club’s 35th Anniversary casting call to Kids Eat Free on the Disney Dining Plan, plus… Read more: Episode 010 – Be in a Disney Ad! Disneyland Perks coming to an end, Kids Eat Free, Stacey from Must Do DIsney returns, and Busch Gardens Verbolten gets a refurb - Episode 009 – Blake and Damon take an Asteria Survey! Crackdown on DVC Rentals, Repainting the Castle, Dracula themed resort, and new ride coming to Universal Orlando
In Episode 9 of The Rhubarbs Travelers, we ring in the new year by taking a Disney survey about the new Storyliving community Asteria located in Pittsboro, NC. In the news, Disney is cracking down on DVC point rentals, possibly using new AI monitoring to target commercial-scale operations. We… Read more: Episode 009 – Blake and Damon take an Asteria Survey! Crackdown on DVC Rentals, Repainting the Castle, Dracula themed resort, and new ride coming to Universal Orlando - Episode 008 – Aerosmith goes Bye-Bye, OpenAI and Disney Partnership, a Disney Hallmark Movie, and Legoland Harry Potter style
In Episode 8 of The Rhubarbs Travelers, we have an official date for the closing of the Aerosmith version of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. We also dive into Disney’s massive $1 billion investment in OpenAI, which will soon allow fans to create their own Sora videos featuring over 200… Read more: Episode 008 – Aerosmith goes Bye-Bye, OpenAI and Disney Partnership, a Disney Hallmark Movie, and Legoland Harry Potter style - Episode 007 – 2026 DVC Annual Dues, New Resale Fees, LOTS of Park News, Animatronics, Bluey and Friends, Zootopia 2 Box Office Numbers
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… Read more: Episode 007 – 2026 DVC Annual Dues, New Resale Fees, LOTS of Park News, Animatronics, Bluey and Friends, Zootopia 2 Box Office Numbers - Episode 006 – Broadway coming to Epcot, 2026 will be slow (maybe), Ride vehicles for NightFlight, Epic Universe expanding, and next gen ride system development
In this week’s episode, the guys discuss the looming question of whether all the construction will make 2026 a surprisingly slow year for Disney World attendance, and dive into the massive Tropical Americas overhaul that includes the all-new Indiana Jones ride coming to Animal Kingdom in 2027. Damon and… Read more: Episode 006 – Broadway coming to Epcot, 2026 will be slow (maybe), Ride vehicles for NightFlight, Epic Universe expanding, and next gen ride system development - 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.… Read more: Episode 005 – Lakeshore Lodge Update, Tons of Refurb News, Jollywood Nights Changes, Epic Universe Ticket Prices, and the Airplane Seat Question

“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