Wanderlust & Wishes
Welcome to "Wanderlust and Wishes," where two adventurous moms, Julie and Krystle, take you on a global journey, sharing their passion for travel, theme parks, cruising, and more!
Join us as we uncover hidden gems, explore bucket-list adventures, and dive into the sights, sounds, and stories of our favorite destinations. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or dreaming of your next getaway, let Julie and Krystle be your guides as we embark on this adventure together!
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Episodes
61 episodes
Episode 55: Epic Universe
On this week’s episode, Krystle and Julie talk with fellow Fantastical Vacations agent, Margie, about her experience with both the Epic Universe preview and her trip over opening week with her family. There’s so much to unpack about this incred...
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Episode 54: Disneyland 101
On this episode, Krystle and Julie talk about Disneyland basics. This episode is a great one for first timers at Disneyland (we're looking at you lifelong WDWers) or if it's been a while since your last Disneyland visit. ...
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Episode 53: Wanderlust and Wishes Anniversary Episode!
On this episode of Wanderlust and Wishes, Krystle and Julie play a game of 'this or that' theme park style and also reminisce on some of their favorite memories over the last year. Thank you so much for continuing to listen! Here's to a success...
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Bonus Episode: Krystle and Jon's Punta Cana Trip - On the Go
On this bonus episode, Jon makes his podcast debut! Krystle and Jon took a trip to an all-inclusive in the Dominican Republic. They took us with them on the go and also gave final thoughts on the trip.
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Episode 52: Ranking Walt Disney World Resorts . . with a Twist
On this episode, Krystle and Julie rank Walt Disney World resorts with a twist. Using the TikTok ranking trend, they each present a random list of 10 resorts to each other to blind rank. It's such a fun episode!
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Episode 51: Packing for your All-Inclusive Vacation
Headed to an all-inclusive? On this episode, Krystle and Julie talk all about things you should and shouldn't pack for your all-inclusive vacation! Links:What Krystle packed: https...
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Episode 50: Best photo spots around Walt Disney World
On this episode of Wanderlust and Wishes, Krystle and Julie talk about all things Memory Maker, best photo spots, and where to expect ride photos. If you're thinking of using Memory Maker or just looking for the perfect spot for your family pho...
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Episode 49: All Inclusive Insider Tips
On this episode, Julie and Krystle welcome Emma from from AIC to talk all about the AIC brand of all inclusive resorts. AIC has something for everyone, including amazing options for girls' trips, family vacation, romantic getaway, and guys' gol...
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Episode 48: Animal Kingdom Quick-Service Restaurants
On this episode, Krystle and Julie continue the quick-service series in Animal Kingdom. Animal Kingdom definitely flies under the radar with some underrated quick-service options that you won't want to miss!
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Episode 47: Cruising on a Budget
Cruising continues to be one of the top travel trends in 2025. There are more and more cruise ships getting added to fleets across all cruise lines. This week Krystle and Julie talk cruising and keep the cost under $5000. Listen in to find out ...
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Episode 46: Adventures by Disney - Greece Edition
Opa! Let's go to Greece! On this episode, Krystle and Julie welcome Jacob and Lindsay to cover their incredible Adventures by Disney trip to Greece. With most meals and excursions included and all logistics covered, Adventures by Disney is trul...
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Bonus Episode: Kennedy Space Center
Krystle's family had the opportunity to visit the Orlando area for a non-Disney visit. As part of their adventure, they visited the Kennedy Space Center. To all the space nerds and non-space nerds, this place is a definite 'Yes!' to add to your...
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Episode 45: Travel Etiquette Dos and Don'ts
During our travels, we've all experienced that person that has zero idea that there are others living in the world around them. On this episode Krystle and Julie talk about travel etiquette. If you're a new traveler or have been around the worl...
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Bonus Episode: On the Go - Krystle's Earmark Gold WDW Trip
Krystle has the wonderful opportunity to attend an Earmark Gold training at Walt Disney World. Listen in to her on-the-go experiences while there!
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Episode 44: Magic Kingdom Quick-Service Restaurants
In this episode, Krystle and Julie continue their series discussing top picks for quick-service in the parks. This week, they're talking Magic Kingdom!
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Episode 43: Krystle and Julie's Lotto Win Trips
We've all dreamed of winning the lottery. If you won, what would your Walt Disney World trip look like? Krystle and Julie reveal what their WDW trips would look like if the budget is thrown out the window. They also talk about a second Disney d...
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Episode 42: Top Ten Mistakes When Planning Your Disney Vacation
Planning a Disney vacation can be overwhelming and it is easy to miss things. Listen in as Krystle and Julie talk through the top ten mistakes when planning a Disney vacation. You don't want to miss this episode!
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Episode 41: Who does it better? Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando?
On this episode, Krystle and Julie discuss a showdown between the two major theme parks in the Orlando area, Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. Although both grew up on Disney, you may be surprised at some of their answers. Listen in to f...
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Episode 40: Is it worth it? Walt Disney World Edition
We all know that Walt Disney World is magical, but it can also be hard on your budget. This week, Krystle and Julie talk through the extras at Walt Disney World and are they worth the cost?
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Episode 39: 2025 Universal Orlando Pre-Trip Report
The Fantastical Vacations 2025 Agency Trip is at Universal Orlando. Krystle and Julie talk about their agency agenda, park plans, and what they are most excited to experience. Be sure to join in on Instagram pages @theproperwaytogo, @dorso.mous...
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Episode 38: Disney Hollywood Studios Quick-Service
In this episode, Krystle and Julie continue their journey of reviewing quick-service restaurants, this time in Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. There are not a ton of quick-service restaurants in Hollywood Studios, so this is a quick one...
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Episode 37: Rope Drop Strategies for Walt Disney World
One of the best ways to get the most out of your park day is to rope drop. But, what does rope drop mean? What rides get you the most bang for your buck? There are common rides to target during rope drop, but the strategy can vary depending on ...
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Episode 36: Let's Talk Universal Orlando Resort Hotels
This week, Krystle and Julie discuss Universal Orlando Resort Hotels. With three tiers, three brand new hotels, and Epic Universe coming, Universal Orlando is the place to be in 2025!
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