Francine

Carrie and Francine were invited to the opening ceremonies of Epic Universe, Universal Orlando's newest park.  The ladies had the opportunity to explore the park with virtually no one in it before walking the Blue Carpet that night to enjoy the grand opening.  Hear what suprised them about the portals, the stars they saw and their thoughts on the night.  It really was a historic event and they're sharing all the details!

Francine is sharing the details of her solo adventures in Walt Disney World. From her time at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa wrapping up the trip where her and Carrie finally meet up at Earl of Sandwich no less!

The pressure was ON as the Destination D23 event tickets went on sale for 2025.  The ladies are sharing their thoughts and how it worked out - did everyone get a ticket?  

Carrie and Fran are talking about all things Disneyland 70 and Epic Universe and what they are excited about for both.  Dessert parties, magic keys and movies that must be watched, the ladies are sharing their strategies for each!

On this epidose Carrie shares her experience from the After Hours Event at the Magic Kingdom.  Hear how the lines were, what the pricing was and how many snacks she had!  Was it worth it?  There are so many things to consider before spending the money. 

Pixie Dust Fan Podcast Episode 249 Star Wars Celebration Plans with Stan Solo Stan is joining Francine to fill her in on the trip plans for the big Star Wars Celebration.  It’s an epic trip with theme parks, conventions, sight…

Carrie and Fran are catching up with Isabel who is home from her Tokyo Disney adventures. She is sharing all of her thoughts on the Toy Story Hotel, Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea.

Carrie and Francine love Disney merch - and they recognize that sometimes they buy too much!  The ladies are sharing how they rationalize purchases and how they make decisions to purge when they have to.

It's a full Walt Disney World trip report on this episode of the podcast!  Francine flew down to Orlando on January 1st and experienced the parks while the holiday crowds were STILL there. She's telling Carrie all about the fun times (and challenging times) at Disney for the holidays.

On this episode Carrie and Fran are taking a stroll down memory lane. They recap the year and all of the fun guests that they had on the podcast and all of the travel they did. As they look forward, Carrie declares the "year of Disneyland" as Fran gets ready to jump on a plane to Walt Disney World.

There's some pretty big Muppet news hitting Disney's Hollywood Studios that Carrie and Fran have to discuss including some advice for the Imagineers at Disney!

There has been a lot of talk about the updates in the theme park worlds!  Disney's announcement of the Premium Pass Lightning Lane pilot had everyone speculating and forming opinions.  Carrie and Fran have their own ideas about this option.  Epic dates were announced AND the ladies have future travel plans to share.  All that plus some cat chat on this episode.

Fellow Canadian Stan hosts Carrie and Fran for fun game of "Disney Sounds" trivia. It's a lot lot more laughs than answers! Play along and see how YOU do!

In this episode, Dustin shares his recent experiences at Walt Disney World.  He talks about all of his experiences including Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, staying offsite, pin trading and security.

Carrie attended the one day pin event at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort.  She's sharing her thoughts on how the event went and the takeover of the resort!

Francine shares the details of her Orlando adventures. She stayed at Universal Orlando at Cabana Bay and then moved over to Saratoga Springs at Walt Disney World!

The wanderer returns! Carrie is back from her adventures in California at the D23 event. She’s sharing her thoughts, the challenges with the show floor, the excitement of the Honda Center and all the things in between!

On this episode Carrie and Fran are sharing their future travel plans as well as their thoughts on the D23 Expo.  Will there be a Zootopia Land?  Is Harrison Ford now a super hero?  And what about a cat lady bar?  Carrie got lots of Disneyland talk in this episode!

The ladies are sharing part 2 of their trip including food reviews, updates on Carrie's lost phone and some interesting Lyft drivers!

The ladies got to explore and experience the new CommuniCore Hall and Plaza at Epcot and of course spent some time in the Bayou with Tiana!  

Francine leaves the Disney bubble and spends 4 days at Universal Orlando.  Find out where she stayed, what she enjoyed most and what attractions she experienced.  

She did it!!  Yes - Carrie has a runDisney medal!  She did the 5k in Walt Disney World and she's sharing her thoughts on the whole event. 

The ladies share the stuff that was 'new' to them on their most recent trips. From Gideon's cookies to Ratatouille, Beach Club to French Quarter! You don't want to miss this!

Carrie and Fran share stories of meeting listeners, building friendships and remembering why they do what they do.

On this episode Carrie and Fran are sharing their 'wishes' for the Magic Kingdom expansion beyond Thunder Mountain.  As per usual, they expand in to dreams for the other parks too. 

The ladies are talking all things Harry Potter after Fran watches the first movie. She has no clue about the books OR the movies!

It's that time of the year, the Disney Expo tickets are going on sale and the debate begins, do they go? Will there be FOMO if they don't?