✨ Episode OverviewIn this sequel to “After Dark, Part 1,” Scott and Candice continue their vacation recap—this time taking listeners aboard the Disney Magic for the sea portion of their Land & Sea adventure. Over five unforgettable nights, they share candid reflections, humor, and heartfelt appreciation for Disney’s new island Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, their experiences as concierge guests, and the growing list of “hangar-worthy” cocktails discovered along the way.Listeners get a mix of luxury travel insight, Disney cruise tips, and relatable laughter, including stories of serendipitous friendships, epic meals, and lessons learned about sunscreen, umbrellas, and the dangers of mixing champagne tastings with motion at sea.💡 Highlights & ThemesAuthenticity Restored: The cruise redeemed itself in the last two days, reminding Scott and Candice why they fell in love with Disney travel in the first place.Pro Tips Galore: Bring umbrellas to the islands, don’t skip the soufflé, and always chase the good live music.Concierge Perspective: Honest insights on whether the extra cost is worth it—and when service doesn’t quite meet expectations.Disney’s Evolution: Lookout Cay demonstrates Disney’s forward-thinking environmental practices and design learnings from Castaway Cay.Music Magic: From The Murphy Sisters to Best of Both, live entertainment elevated the cruise and left lasting impressions.🍹 Featured DrinksJazz 75 – Moët + citrus-infused gin (Soul Cat Lounge)Filthy Dirty Martini – Candice’s highlight from Night 1Pirates Something – sugary “Drink of the Day” discoverySparkling Wine from Palo – sweet, grape-juicy delight chosen by the sommelierPort & Parm Pairing – unlikely but perfect🎧 Closing Reflection“This cruise has redeemed itself in the last two days. It feels like the Disney cruise we know and love again.”– ScottListeners are left inspired to chase the same blend of laughter, discovery, and comfort that defines Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar’s signature storytelling style.

Scott and Candice kick off the After Dark two-parter with the “land” half of their trip: decompressing at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, an “epic (™)” Magic Kingdom day without rope drop, and a relaxed Epcot morning that turns into a revelation at GEO-82—the retro-futurist, 21+ lounge tucked behind Spaceship Earth.

Highlights & takeaways:

• Poly perks: unbeatable location, laid-back vibe, and why celebration buttons quietly pay dividends.

• Day 1 bites & sips: Waialua Grill apps, Trader Sam’s patio, Homecomin’ (moonshine surprise), and why the Stack Burger at Steakhouse 71 still reigns.

• MK without the grind: Pirates, Country Bears (revamped & genuinely funny), double-loop on PeopleMover, Carousel of Progress comfort, Haunted Mansion nightcap, and why umbrellas > ponchos.

• Snacks with opinions: Cheeseburger spring rolls = must; crème brûlée croissant redeems Gaston’s Tavern.

• Epcot flow: Ale & Compass breakfast strategy, Living with the Land, Journey of Water’s improved audio, a quick hello to Walt, and the star of the show—GEO-82 (elevated cocktails, thoughtful tasting experiences, and a charcuterie board that lives rent-free in our heads).

• Service stories: a shipping fiasco that turned into a master-class in recovery at Creations Shop, plus a quick PSA on lost-child protocol (find a Cast Member—fast).

• Pro tips: pace your day, rotate transportation (resort launch can beat the monorail crush), wear your buttons, bring reusable straws, and don’t be afraid to leave and come back.

✈️ Show Notes

Episode Summary
Scott and Candice are only days away from their next big Disney adventure—two park days followed by a Disney Cruise! In this episode, they revisit the menus for the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, narrowing down their “must-do” snacks, drinks, and desserts before they set sail. From pickle milkshakes (no thank you!) to the irresistible Schinken Nudel, and from sparkling pineapple wine to blueberry crème brûlée, they sort through what’s worth the calories and what’s better left behind.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• 🌦️ Pre-trip excitement and a little Florida weather dread

• 🥒 The great pickle milkshake debate

• 🍖 Flavors from Fire vs. Earth Eats: where the short ribs and corned beef land

• 🍹 Margarita picks in Mexico and why mezcal divides the room

• 🧀 Alps, Germany, and Greece: the cheese trio showdown

• 🍺 Heavy drinks vs. refreshing sips: pumpkin stout, berry lime hefeweizen, pineapple wine

• 🥐 France’s cheesy brioche and a risky blueberry lime crème brûlée

• 🛳️ How their park snacking strategy fits around big meals, long walks, and the upcoming cruise feast

• 📱 A reminder to follow along on Instagram and Facebook for real-time updates from the parks and ship

Links & Socials
Follow along with the trip on Instagram: @hanginatthehangarbar
Facebook: Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar

Programming Note
The show is taking a one-week vacation break while Scott and Candice are at sea! Look for the next new episode on September 29—followed by Disney After Dark specials on the parks and the cruise.