Where We Roam Podcast

About Where We Roam Podcast

Four travel experts. 34 years in the industry. Countless destinations and plenty of opinions. Where We Roam brings you real travel stories, insider tips, and honest takes on cruises, theme parks, resorts, and the trips worth dreaming about.

Publisher

whereweroam

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Dec 2023

Latest episode

16 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

105 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Sept 2026

   Best Weekend Cruises: Which Ones Are Actually Worth It?

   Big ships, private islands, and just a few days to get away. Which short cruise is actually worth booking? John, Dayna, and Jess compare the best weekend cruises for families, couples, and adults looking for a quick escape. From Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas and Wonder of the Seas to Disney Cruise Line and adults-only Virgin Voyages, we break down the food, entertainment, atmosphere, and value that make each experience different. In this episode: Royal Caribbean’s Utopia and Wonder, plus the appeal of Perfect Day at CocoCay. Disney Wish vs. Disney Dream for a short family cruise. Why Virgin Voyages is a favorite for an adults-only getaway. Celebrity Reflection’s quieter vibe and MSC Yacht Club’s suite experience. Short cruise options from Norwegian, Carnival, and Margaritaville at Sea. The tradeoffs of three- and four-night cruises, from limited itineraries to seasonal weather. Plus, we share 10 favorite cruise destinations, including Santorini, St. Lucia, Alaska, and a few places that left us wanting to return for an entire week. Planning your first cruise or squeezing in one more getaway? Find the sailing that fits your vacation style, then follow Where We Roam for more honest cruise reviews and travel advice.

2. 

   9 Sept 2026

   Spring Break Starts Now: Where to Go & When to Book

   Looking for spring break vacation ideas? John, Dayna, and Jess talk family cruises, Universal Orlando, Hawaii, Japan, and tropical resort escapes, plus why now is the time to get your trip booked. We share what our travel clients are booking for spring break, where availability is tightening, and why Universal is getting so much love. We also discuss Disney Cruise Line concierge and Royal Caribbean suites, Maui’s resort options, and taking the family on a bucket-list trip to Japan. Whether you’re dreaming of a beach chair, a cruise balcony, or something completely different, we’ve got inspiration to get your plans moving. Plus, a little Maui-versus-Miami confusion and Dayna’s case against being cold and wet.

3. 

   27 Aug 2026

   D23 2026: Villains Land Gets Real, Disco Yeti Retires & Dreamfinder Returns

   Disney finally put real details behind its biggest theme-park projects at D23 2026, but did it announce enough? John is joined by Dayna and Jess to break down everything coming to Walt Disney World, Disneyland and the international Disney parks. Villains Land officially has a name and two attractions, Piston Peak is looking much more ambitious than expected, Carousel of Progress is getting a major refresh, and Dreamfinder is returning to EPCOT…somehow. They also discuss the end of Disco Yeti, Indiana Jones and Encanto coming to Tropical Americas, the phased opening of Monstropolis, Disneyland’s Avengers expansion and Coco attraction, and the announcements coming to Paris, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Shanghai. Is Disney Imagineering finally getting its mojo back? Will Villains Land open before we need scooters? And is Dreamfinder’s grand return really going to be nothing more than a meet-and-greet?

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

17,259

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.6 / 5

20 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 61 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

65

Social presence

0

YouTube

72

Engagement

71

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