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Steve Kriese
Planning a Disney Cruise Line vacation with a toddler? Join us on this episode of the DCL Podcast as we sit down with our guest Alexis to break down her family’s cruise aboard the Disney Wish. They dive deep into the 4-night itinerary, covering everything from pre-cruise hotel stays at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and transportation to toddler packing hacks and stateroom organization. Alexis shares real, practical advice on using It’s a Small World Nursery, navigating rotational dining at Worlds of Marvel and Arendelle, and maximizing pool deck splash pads. Whether you’re researching Disney Cruise Line tips, comparing the Disney Wish to older ships, or planning a trip to Nassau and Castaway Cay, this episode is packed with essential insights for family travel.
Highlights
Pre-Cruise Preparation & Packing Hacks: Flew into Orlando two days early to stay at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, utilized a private town car and Disney Cruise Line bus transfers, and brought a compact travel stroller and an over-the-door organizer with heavy-duty magnets for quick stateroom storage.
Embarkation & First Impressions: Arrived at Port Canaveral around 10:30 AM with Boarding Group 6, boarded within 30 to 45 minutes, grabbed embarkation lunch at Marceline Market for easy toddler seating, and moved from late dining to early dining.
Stateroom & Layout Insights: Stayed in a Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah, highlighting the ample living space, split bathroom with a tub, and convenient curtain divider allowing parents to watch TV while the child slept.
Nursery & Alone Time Experience: Booked a 2-hour afternoon slot at It’s a Small World Nursery during the Nassau day, giving parents time to ride the AquaMouse together, grab coffee at Wishing Star Café, and relax by the pool.
Rotational & Quick-Service Dining: Enjoyed dinner at Worlds of Marvel, Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure, and 1923, praising server attentiveness for toddler meals; loved Donald’s Cantina, Marceline Market breakfast, and Mickey churro waffles on the pool deck.
Character Meet & Greets & Shows: Noted that ship character lines were under 10 minutes; attended matinee showings of Aladdin and live shows streamed directly to the stateroom TV.
Disney Wish vs. Disney Dream Comparison: Noted the Wish feels significantly larger, newer, more modern, and offers vastly improved stateroom layouts compared to older ships in the fleet.
Port Guide
Port of Embarkation: Port Canaveral, Florida.
Pre-Cruise Activities Orlando: Arrived two days prior to sailing, staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and relaxing before taking Disney Cruise Line bus transportation to the port.
Nassau, Bahamas: Opted to stay on board the ship to enjoy low crowds. Activities included breakfast at Marceline Market, swimming at the Toy Story Splash Zone, dropping their toddler off at It’s a Small World Nursery, riding the AquaMouse together, grabbing lunch at Donald’s Cantina, and watching character interactions in the Grand Hall.
Castaway Cay: Disembarked early in the morning and walked to the beach with a travel stroller. Explored the island splash pad and let their daughter play in the sand and ocean with packed beach toys. Headed back to the ship around 11:30 AM due to heat, enjoying the empty ship with coffees in the Grand Hall, lunch on the pool deck, and afternoon time at the ship’s splash pad.
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Ready for the ultimate Alaskan adventure? Join us on this episode of the DCL Podcast as we welcome back frequent guest Bryan to discuss his family’s unforgettable voyage to Alaska aboard the Disney Magic. This episode is packed with essential Disney Cruise Line information, from a first-hand Disney Cruise Alaska review to navigating Vancouver embarkation. Bryan breaks down the value of a Disney cruise to Alaska, shares tips on picking the right Disney Magic staterooms, and reveals how to save money on your Disney Cruise Line packages. Whether you are planning your first Disney cruise to Alaska or looking for the best Alaska cruise shore excursions, this episode is your guide to cruising smarter.
Highlights:
Booking Tactics and Value: Utilizing placeholder discounts, capitalizing on increased seasonal capacity with two ships (the Magic and the Wonder) in the region, and choosing an oceanview stateroom over a veranda to maximize the excursion budget.
Pre-Cruise Packages and Hotels: Bundling airfare and lodging through Delta Vacations, navigating room configurations for large families, and staying at the Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel in downtown Vancouver.
Disney Magic Ship Highlights: Experiencing the ship’s rotational dining, an exceptional Palo Brunch, the Tangled-themed restaurant shows (Rapunzel’s Royal Table), and the unique “Disney ship smell” upon embarkation.
Onboard Entertainment and Interaction: Highlights from the Broadway Stars at Sea series featuring Q&As and performances by top-tier Broadway talent, musical interactions with the ship’s pianist, and connecting with the crew and officers.
Glacier and Wildlife Viewing: Binocular recommendations, seeing orcas and dolphins from the deck, and navigating traditional rainy Alaskan weather during a Glacier Explorer boat excursion to Dawes Glacier.
Port Guide
Embarkation: Vancouver, Canada (Canada Place).
Pre-Cruise Activities (Vancouver): The family arrived three nights early and explored Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, FlyOver Canada, a superhero-themed urban escape room tour with Vancouver Mysteries, and a high-speed Sea-Doo tour through the Vancouver Harbour.
Glacier Day (Dawes Glacier): Experienced classic rainy weather but achieved the closest approach to the glacier of the season. The family booked the Glacier Explorer boat excursion to get up close to the ice and spotted orcas, seals, and whales.
Port Stop 1 (Skagway): A long, 12-hour port day where the family bypassed Disney’s excursions to book third-party tours. Activities included riding the scenic White Pass and Yukon Route Railway to the summit and visiting a summer mushers’ camp to be pulled by real sled dogs and hold puppies.
Port Stop 2 (Icy Strait Point): After a Disney whale-watching excursion was canceled due to mechanical issues, the family explored the highly commercialized, restored cannery resort area and rode the ZipRider, one of the world’s largest ziplines, racing each other down the mountain.
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Welcome back to the DCL Podcast, your go-to guide to cruise a little smarter! In this exciting episode, we break down our firsthand experiences from the first-ever DCL Podcast Group Cruise aboard the beautiful Disney Destiny. We dive into everything from terminal check-ins and travel logistics to the ship’s standout dining options, including Palo and the Lion King-themed Pride Lands restaurant. Whether you’re planning a family vacation or an adults-only getaway, this comprehensive Disney Cruise Line review covers the essential tips you need before setting sail. Tune in to hear our thoughts on the Wish-class entertainment, concierge perks, and what truly makes this hero-and-villain-themed ship unique!
A special thank you again to everyone who sailed with us, making this an unforgettable sailing!
Main Segment: Topics Discussed
Port Logistics & Travel Value: A breakdown of traveling to Fort Lauderdale, including a cost-versus-convenience debate on driving and parking at the port compared to taking the Brightline train.
Embarkation & Terminal Lines: Impressions of the boarding process at the terminal, waiting times, and how different Castaway Club tier lines were managed outside.
Rotational Dining Highlights: Deep dives into the menus, unique entertainment talent, and layouts of the Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King and 1923 restaurants.
Adult Specialty Dining (Palo): Experiences booking the private room at Palo for a group dinner, comparing the prix fixe menu value to standalone entrees, and reviewing the 9:30 AM Palo brunch.
Exceptional Crew & Cast Member Interactions: Stories detailing the high level of personal care, allergy management, and name recognition provided by the onboard crew.
Concierge Lounge Experience: Insights into sailing in Concierge on a Wish-class ship, utilizing the lounge for hot food and custom allergy-friendly requests.
Ship Entertainment & Venue Spaces: Initial thoughts on the Sail Away party music and reviews of the specialized Disney Broadway Showcase performances inside the Saga lounge.
Cruise Summary
Departure Port: The ship sailed out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Ports of Call: The cruise made stops at Cozumel and Castaway Cay.
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Are you planning a family vacation with Disney Cruise Line? In this episode of the DCL Podcast, host Lake sits down with our guest Abby to discuss her incredible sailing aboard the Disney Treasure. Abby shares her firsthand review and expert tips on navigating a Disney cruise with an eight-month-old infant. Discover everything you need to know about Disney cruise dining, on-board nurseries, and planning a magical Walt Disney World pre-stay. Whether you are a first-time cruiser or a seasoned DCL fan, this episode is packed with essential Disney Cruise Line tips to help you cruise a little smarter!
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Pre-Cruise Stay: Details on their pre-stay at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, visiting Epcot and Magic Kingdom in the heat, and utilizing the Epcot Baby Care Center.
Medically Necessary Carry-Ons: Navigating airport travel and boarding the ship with multiple crates of specialized baby formula, including utilizing the TSA Cares program.
Stateroom Logistics: Reviewing their Category 4A Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah on Deck 10, including how they fit a pack-and-play with a SlumberPod.
On-Board Nursery Experience: Booking and adjusting nursery hours, dropping off an infant during late-night dining, and changing strategies to bring the baby to dinner.
Disney Treasure Dining & Lounges: Reviews of Plaza de Coco, World of Marvel, 1923, Marceline Market, Donald’s Cantina, Periscope Pub, Skipper Society, Haunted Mansion Parlor, and Scat Cat Lounge.
Adult Activities & On-Board Tours: Participating in the ship’s fitness classes, marathon training on board, and taking the exclusive Imagineering ship tour.
Departure Port: Sailed out of Port Canaveral, Florida.
Ports of Call / Stops:
Tortola (British Virgin Islands), where they did the Jost Van Dyke beach transfer excursion.
St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands), where they booked the St. John’s On Your Own excursion.
Disney Castaway Cay (Bahamas), where Abby and her husband went ashore while leaving their daughter in the ship’s nursery.
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Are you dreaming of a magical getaway with Disney Cruise Line? In this week’s episode of the DCL Podcast, we welcome first-time cruiser Aimee to share her family’s incredible 5-night sailing aboard the gorgeous Disney Fantasy. Discover everything you need to know about setting sail from Port Canaveral, including tips for navigating Disney Cruise Line transportation, rotational dining setups, and how to plan for unexpected medical needs at sea. Plus, get an insider’s perspective on unforgettable excursions to Nassau and the Bahamas. Whether you are a seasoned Castaway Club member or planning your very first Disney cruise vacation, this episode is packed with the ultimate travel tips to help you cruise a little smarter.
Main Segment Topics Discussed
The Guest’s Background: Navigating a Disney vacation after a 20-year hiatus from traditional cruising.
Itinerary Selection: Choosing a 5-night Disney Fantasy itinerary explicitly to visit both Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay.
Pre-Cruise Logistics: Flying in the night before, staying at the airport Hyatt, and utilizing Disney Cruise Line port transportation.
Embarkation Day Experience: Boarding process, character meets, and opting for a sit-down lunch at Animator’s Palette.
Stateroom Impressions: Strategic benefits of a midship Deck 7 veranda stateroom and the efficiency of Disney’s split bathrooms.
Dining Strategy: Opting for late dining to prioritize theater shows and utilizing the Kids’ Club for built-in date nights.
Nassau Excursion: Booking the Blue Lagoon dolphin encounter and enjoying an uncrowded beach day.
Navigating Onboard Medical Care: Experiencing an unexpected pediatric asthma flare-up, visiting the ship’s doctor, and evaluating the care and costs.
Episode Summary
Sailing Port: Sailed out of Port Canaveral, Florida.
Ports of Call: Stopped at Nassau, Bahamas and had Lookout Cay and Castaway Cay on the itinerary.
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Set sail with the DCL Podcast as we recap an epic 9-night Greek Isles, Dubrovnik, and Malta sailing aboard the gorgeous Disney Dream! In this exciting episode, co-host Christy, her husband Dave, and special guests Dan and Roger (The Goodfellows) dive into their incredible summer vacation. Discover everything you need to know about Disney Cruise Line’s European itineraries, from the embarkation chaos in Italy to the hidden perks of Pearl Castaway Club status. Learn about the family veranda staterooms, updated menus, and why Disney Cruise Line’s legendary cast members make these bucket-list trips unforgettable. Whether you are a frequent flyer or planning your first Disney cruise, this episode is packed with expert tips to help you cruise a little smarter!
Main Segment Topics Discussed
Pre-Cruise Travel Itineraries: Quick recap of the group’s travels before boarding, including stops in Paris, Disneyland Paris, and an Adventures by Disney land tour in Italy.
Travel and Logistics to the Port: Dan and Roger’s time adjusting to the European time zone in London, followed by a chaotic car service ride with the group from Rome to the port.
Embarkation Experience: Managing the extreme heat and long queues at the cruise port, and utilizing Pearl Castaway Club status to bypass lines.
First Impressions of the Disney Dream: Entering the atrium, getting announced, and comparing the layout of the Disney Dream to the Disney Wish.
Stateroom Reviews: Deep dive into the Deck 8 Veranda and Deluxe Family Veranda staterooms, including a discussion on storage space and room steward experiences.
Rotational & Buffet Dining: Reviews of Animator’s Palette, Enchanted Garden, and Royal Palace, highlighting the updated second-half menus, seafood options, and exceptional allergy handling for gluten-free dining.
Palo Specialty Dining: High praise for their server, Darko, and a detailed review of the wine pairings and exceptional food quality.
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Looking to set sail on a magical vacation? In this episode of the DCL Podcast, we dive into an exciting first-time trip report detailing our guests’ recent sailing aboard the beautiful Disney Dream. Discover essential Disney Cruise Line information, from navigating embarkation to managing sensory needs for smooth traveling with children. We explore everything the ship has to offer, including stateroom configurations, rotational dining highlights, and onboard activities like BINGO! Plus, hear firsthand experiences about Disney’s premier island destinations and how a playful matching shirt prank brought extra laughter to the voyage. Tune in to gather expert tips and tricks to help you cruise a little smarter on your next Disney cruise vacation!
Main Segment Topics Discussed
Planning and Itinerary Selection: Choosing a 4-night cruise configuration to experience a mix of sea days and island destinations.
Embarkation Challenges: Detailed breakdown of the boarding and parking process out of Fort Lauderdale, including handling technical delays.
Traveling with Hidden Disabilities: Utilizing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program lanyard in the airports and navigating cruise anxiety with a child with autism and ADHD.
Stateroom Impressions: The pros and cons of a front corner Veranda Room (Room 7504) versus standard ocean-view rooms.
Rotational Dining & Special Dietary Needs: Reviewing Animator’s Palate and Enchanted Garden, server interactions, and navigating food allergies (onion/garlic).
Onboard Entertainment and Activities: Experiences with The Golden Mickeys stage show, the Royal Gathering character experience, and sea day activities like Bingo and trivia.
The “Hawaiian Shirt Dad Prank”: Coordinating a hilarious matching bright pink Mickey shirt surprise for the dads on board.
Episode Summary
Sailing Port: Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Ports of Call / Stops:
Day at Sea.
Lookout Cay.
Castaway Cay.
Ship: Disney Dream.
Duration: 4 Nights (Monday through Friday).
Travel Party: 6 family members—CJ, her husband, their two children (ages 7 and 4), and CJ’s parents (sailing concierge).
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Embark on a breathtaking journey to Alaska with this week’s comprehensive Disney Cruise Line trip report! Lake sits down with guest Areeka to dive into her family’s spectacular 7-night Alaskan sailing aboard the beautiful Disney Wonder. Areeka shares the ultimate guide to managing a multi-generational itinerary, traveling alongside her husband, their two-year-old son, and her father-in-law. From packing tips and port logistics to booking unforgettable excursions, this episode is packed with essential Disney Cruise Line advice for anyone planning a bucket-list vacation. Discover what makes an Alaskan voyage with Disney truly stand out from the crowd and why a test sailing might be your family’s best planning secret.
Main Segment Topics
The “Test Cruise” Strategy: Booking a short 3-night voyage on the Disney Wish beforehand to test the waters with a toddler and secure Silver Castaway Club booking perks.
Cruising with a Toddler & Grandparent: Navigating a 7-night destination sailing with a two-year-old and a father-in-law on his first major cruise.
Vancouver Pre-Cruise Logistics: Arranging evening flights, dealing with local taxi rules, and planning structured down-time prior to embarkation.
Stateroom Flow and Entertainment: How the layout of the Disney Wonder kept the family effortlessly connected to standard shipboard activities.
Onboard Toddler Dining Survival: Balancing early morning dining needs, visiting Cabanas at dawn, and orchestrating smooth rotations through main dining rooms.
Episode Summary
Departure Port: The family flew out a couple of days early to explore and set sail directly out of Vancouver, Canada.
Ports of Call:
Dawes Glacier / Endicott Arm: A scenic day enjoying glacier views from the ship, drawing design comparisons to past destinations like Iceland.
Skagway, Alaska: Visited the historic town for local shopping and dining, followed by an evening excursion on the White Pass Railroad
Juneau, Alaska: The primary capital port, experiencing the Sled-Dog Summer Camp and walking the town.
Ketchikan, Alaska: Explored regional culture highlighted by attending a local lumberjack show and sampling native pastries.
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Are you planning your next magical vacation with Disney Cruise Line? In this episode of the DCL Podcast, we catch up with returning guest Andy to hear all about her recent 5-night sailing aboard the stunning Disney Magic. Sailing out of Galveston, Texas, Andy shares what it’s really like to book a concierge-level stateroom without a travel agent. From the unexpected surprise of a Marvel Day at Sea to navigating early reservation perks like Palo brunch and dinner, this episode is packed with essential tips for your next voyage. Tune in to discover the logistical realities of cruising from Texas and get the insider secrets to maximizing your next Disney Cruise Line adventure!
Main Segment Topics
Booking Concierge on the Disney Magic: The process, advantages, and learning curves of securing a concierge-level cruise.
Early Reservation Access: Utilizing pre-cruise concierge services to successfully book exclusive onboard dining experiences like a Palo brunch and Palo dinner.
Marvel Day at Sea: The unexpected surprise of finding out their itinerary was upgraded to a Marvel-themed sailing six months before departure.
Texas Cruise Logistics: A discussion on the travel realities of driving from Dallas to the Galveston port versus flying directly into Houston.
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Planning a massive family vacation can be a logistical nightmare, but a Disney Cruise Line sailing offers the ultimate stress-free solution for large groups. In this episode, our guest Coby breaks down his recent 5-night Bahamian cruise aboard the magnificent Disney Dream. Kobe shares expert tips and firsthand experiences from managing a multi-generational group of 29 family members across 8 staterooms. From dinner seating strategies and group hangout spots to navigating onboard activities for everyone from toddlers to teens, this conversation is packed with essential Disney Cruise Line tips. Tune in to discover how to maximize your next grand gathering with world-class Disney entertainment and dining options!
Main Segment Topics
Managing Multi-Generational Logistics: The booking process for a family group of 29 people across 8 staterooms, including how stateroom configurations were divided between adults, teens, and older family members.
Onboard “Home Base” Strategies: Utilizing Deck 12 near Funnel Vision as a centralized family meeting area to allow members to drop in and out easily.
Adult-Only Dining and Booking Challenges: Navigating the technical and age-restriction hurdles when trying to secure group reservations for premium experiences like Palo.
Onboard Entertainment & Activities: Reviewing group participation in nighttime dance parties, standard stage shows like Disney’s Believe, and custom family rivalries during onboard trivia sessions.
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Discover the magic of a guided safari vacation with this week’s episode focusing on an unforgettable Africa Adventures by Disney trip. Hosts Christy and Steve dive deep into the ultimate tour experience as special guest Lauren details her 10-day land journey through South Africa. Learn why this premium Disney travel option stands out from traditional options like a Disney Cruise Line sailing, combining world-class guest service with immersive local storytelling. From handling all travel logistics to coming face-to-face with breathtaking wildlife, this breakdown reveals what makes Adventures by Disney the ultimate family bucket-list vacation.
Main Segment Topics
Defining Adventures by Disney: A look into how Disney’s premium guided land tours differ from ocean or river cruises.
The African Itinerary & Weather: Choosing the right season for animal viewing
Group Dynamics: Managing a multi-day itinerary capped off at roughly 20 to 40 individuals overseen by two designated guides.
Handling Health Logistics: Practical realities of dealing with food/water caution, avoiding gastric distress, and utilizing guide assistance for hotel medical visits.
Immersive Historical Education: Learning about the layered and complex histories of South Africa, including reading recommendations following the trip.
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Join Christy and Steve, the “podfather,” as they dive into the exciting newly released 2027 Adventures by Disney land adventures. This episode explores why these curated tours offer the ultimate stress-free vacation, bringing the world-class service of Disney Cruise Line to global land destinations without the characters. We highlight the highly anticipated Thailand itinerary, which takes travelers from the vibrant energy of Bangkok to the exclusive, boat-accessible white sands of the tropical south. Learn how Adventures by Disney provides elite “skip-the-line” access to world wonders and the convenience of a local guide to navigate language and cultural barriers. Whether you are a veteran cruiser or planning your first global expedition, this episode is a must-listen for your 2027 travel planning
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Join us as we welcome back Patreon member Dennis to discuss his family’s recent 4-night adventure aboard the Disney Wonder. Sailing out of San Diego, this trip report provides an inside look at Disney Cruise Line’s classic ship and the unique experience of cruising with adult children. From the convenience of the Wyndham Bayside Hotel to the “Stem to Stern” wine tasting, this episode is packed with tips to help you cruise a little smarter. Dennis shares details on favorite dining spots like Tiana’s Place and explains why the French Quarter Lounge became their go-to spot for live music. We also dive into the logistics of the San Diego port, stateroom configurations, and how to make the most of your Disney cruise vacation. Whether you’re interested in specialty beverage packages or navigating the ship’s photo services, this overview of the Disney Wonder has something for every DCL fan.
Main Segment Topics
Planning a “Last Hurrah”: Why Dennis chose the Disney Wonder for a final vacation before his sons became college-bound empty nesters.
San Diego Logistics: The benefits of staying at the Wyndham Bayside Hotel and dining at Brantin pre-cruise.
Stateroom Layouts: Reviews of two Deck 6 aft veranda staterooms and the convenience of the balcony divider.
Dining Reviews: Experiences at Cabanas for embarkation lunch and dinner highlights at Tiana’s Place.
Adult Onboard Activities: Taking part in “Stem to Stern” wine tastings and enjoying the spa with adult-aged children.
Beverage Traditions: Upgrading the family “Dole Whip” tradition to the adult version with rum at Frozone’s.
Episode Summary
Departure Port: The family sailed out of San Diego, California, which Dennis describes as the most convenient port he has used.
Itinerary & Stops: This was a 4-night cruise that included a sea day, with stops at Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico
The Ship: The voyage took place aboard the Disney Wonder.
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Join us for an exciting episode of the DCL Podcast as we welcome back Becky, the esteemed author of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World, to discuss her family’s recent 7-night Eastern Caribbean vacation on the Disney Treasure. Setting sail during a busy Spring Break week, Becky offers an expert look at the Treasure, explaining why this “longest and most expensive” trip became one of her absolute favourites. From the immersive storytelling of the Haunted Mansion Parlor to the vibrant dining atmosphere of Plaza de Coco, this episode offers a comprehensive review of the unique spaces and entertainment that define the Treasure. Becky also dives into practical advice for cruisers, including the benefits of low-deck staterooms for managing seasickness and tips for booking with a placeholder. Whether you are planning your first Disney Cruise Line adventure or are a seasoned Platinum member, this deep dive is packed with the data-driven insights and personal experiences you need to cruise smarter.
Main Segment Topics:
Booking and Pre-Cruise Planning: Using placeholders to save on expensive holiday sailings and navigating the online check-in process as a Gold member.
Stateroom Selection Strategy: The unexpected benefits of staying in a Deck 2 Oceanview room, especially for those sensitive to ship motion on wavy Eastern Caribbean itineraries.
Dining Deep Dives: First impressions of the new theatrical dining at Plaza de Coco and the high level of service across the ship’s rotational restaurants.
Themed Lounges & Bars: A detailed look at the Imagineering feats in the Haunted Mansion Parlour and the late-night vibes at Hook’s Barbary.
Onboard Entertainment & Activities: Navigating crowded ship environments, participating in high-stakes Disney trivia, and enjoying the overall atmosphere of a Spring Break sailing.
Ports & Excursions: A DIY adventure to Virgin Islands National Park on St. John and completing the Castaway Cay 5K
Episode Summary:
Guest: Becky Gandillon, author of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World.
Ship: Disney Treasure.
Itinerary: 7-night Eastern Caribbean.
Departure Port: Port Canaveral, Florida (The standard homeport for the Disney Treasure’s 7-night Caribbean sailings).
Ports of Call:
Tortola, British Virgin Islands.
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (with a ferry excursion to St. John and Virgin Islands National Park).
Disney Castaway Cay.
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In this episode of the DCL Podcast, we sit down with our guest, Ashley, as she recounts her family’s magical first Disney Cruise Line vacation aboard the stunning Disney Wish. Ashley shares the heartwarming story of surprising her two young daughters with the trip of a lifetime, which began with a snowy departure from New York and a pre-cruise visit to Walt Disney World’s Epcot. Listeners will get an inside look at the planning process for a first-time cruiser, including navigating travel delays and maximizing a 3-night itinerary during the busy Presidents’ Day week. From rotational dining highlights to the excitement of the kids’ clubs, this episode is packed with essential Disney Cruise Line tips and reviews for families looking to set sail. Whether you are a seasoned sailor or planning your very first voyage, Ashley’s firsthand experience provides valuable insights into the modern Disney cruising experience.
Topics Discussed:
Disney Background & Surprise Reveal: Ashley’s childhood Disney dreams and the secret planning of the cruise as a Christmas gift for her children.
Winter Travel Challenges: Navigating flight delays due to mechanical issues and freezing rain when traveling from New York to Orlando in February.
Walt Disney World Pre-Stay: A busy day at Epcot before heading to the port.
Disney Wish Embarkation: First impressions of the ship’s Grand Hall and the boarding process.
Rotational Dining & Service: Detailed reviews of dining at Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure and Worlds of Marvel, highlighting the exceptional service from the waitstaff.
Onboard Entertainment: Experiences with the AquaMouse, Disney’s Uncharted Adventure interactive game, and Broadway-style stage shows.
Kids’ Clubs & Character Interactions: How the children enjoyed the Oceaneer Club and the unique way characters interacted with the family.
Castaway Cay Experience: Navigating Disney’s private island, including weather conditions and beach activities.
Ship: Disney Wish.
Itinerary Length: 3-night Bahamian Cruise.
Port of Departure: Port Canaveral, Florida.
Ports of Call: Nassau, Bahamas, and Disney Castaway Cay.
Pre-Cruise: Two nights at Walt Disney World with a full day spent at Epcot.
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Is your teenager worried about being “bored” on a Disney Cruise Line vacation? Join us as we welcome back Bryan and his daughter Kinnsy to share their expert insights on the Disney Vibe teen club! Whether you are sailing on the brand-new Disney Wish or one of the classic ships like the Disney Dream, we break down everything from the high-energy “Heroes and Villains” game show to the best icebreakers for making friends. Kinnsy shares her journey from the Edge tween club to Vibe and explains why the “golden sticker” trick is a total game-changer for teen independence. If you are searching for Disney Cruise tips for families with older kids, this episode is a must-watch for navigating the best teen programming at sea!
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Get ready to sail away as we welcome guest Samantha to talk all about her magical vacation aboard the Disney Fantasy! In this episode, we dive into what it is like taking a spouse on their very first Disney Cruise Line vacation, especially when they are accustomed to adult-only lines like Virgin Voyages. Samantha shares the exciting details of their embarkation day out of Port Canaveral, which included a surprise SpaceX rocket launch from the top deck. We also explore their incredible itinerary, featuring reviews of relaxing beach days at both Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and the classic Disney Castaway Cay. From the spectacular Frozen and Aladdin stage shows to an amazing Palo Dinner, this trip report is packed with tips and highlights for your next Disney Cruise Line adult getaway!
Pre-Cruise & Embarkation: Staying at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, taking Disney transportation to Port Canaveral, scoring a Deluxe Family Veranda, and witnessing a SpaceX launch from Deck 12.
First-Timer Perspective: Samantha’s husband’s transition from Virgin Voyages to experiencing his first Disney Cruise Line sailing, including his thoughts on the lack of a casino.
Port Stops: A quick visit to Nassau before enjoying the adult-only pools on board, and comparing the beach experiences at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point (including the new reusable cups) and Disney Castaway Cay (relaxing by Pelican Plunge).
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Are you a loyal Disney Cruise Line fan wondering if the grass is greener on the other side? Join us as Christy and Dave share their family’s spring break adventure sailing a 7-night Eastern Caribbean itinerary aboard the Celebrity Apex! Discover why they chose this stunning Edge-class ship over a Disney Cruise and how the kids’ clubs compare for older children and tweens. We dive deep into the luxurious perks of The Retreat suite class, the incredible personalized dining at Luminae, and how the onboard entertainment stacks up against classic Disney Cruise Line shows. Whether you are thinking about trying a new cruise line or simply looking for tips on navigating Port Canaveral, this episode is packed with honest reviews and helpful insights!
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment
Pre-Cruise: A quick review of Lake’s stay at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort for a wedding.
Why Celebrity: The decision to cancel a Disney cruise and switch to the Celebrity Apex so their 12-year-old son could maximize his final months in the younger kids’ club.
Embarkation: Navigating the slightly confusing parking at Port Canaveral’s Terminal 1, but enjoying a fast and seamless boarding process.
The Retreat: Reviewing the suite-class experience, including the spacious entry-level cabin, the Retreat lounge amenities, and the incredible, personalized dining at Luminae (where the servers always remembered their son’s favorite foods).
Kids’ Club: An honest take on the kids’ club for 10 to 12-year-olds, including scavenger hunts across the ship, Gaga ball, and the challenges of communicating with kids under 13 who aren’t allowed to use the ship’s app.
Dining: Raving about the included food options, from the massive variety at the Ocean View Cafe buffet to the fact that the main dining was so good they didn’t feel the need to book specialty restaurants.
Entertainment & Activities: Enjoying live music in Eden, attending astronomy lectures, playing video poker in the smoke-free casino, and taking a fascinating backstage theater tour.
Episode Cruise Summary
Sailed Out Of: Port Canaveral, Florida.
Ports of Call:
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Basseterre, St. Kitts
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Join us as we welcome Lauren back to the show to share her experience from the inaugural Disney Adventure Sailing! Before she embarks, we discuss how she filled a week in Singapore Precruise including many can’t-miss ideas for seeing the city before a cruise! Once onboard, we discuss the many differences Lauren experienced onboard compared to the more traditional Disney Cruise Line experience found on the US-based ships. Plus learn how the Disney Adventure handles shipboard entertainment and shows in a whole new way and why the most popular dining venues weren’t rotation dining locations. All that and more in this amazing Adventure!
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Get ready to experience the ultimate luxury as we welcome back Amanda from Once Upon a Marathon to share her incredible Concierge Sailing aboard the brand-new Disney Destiny! If you are searching for the latest Disney Cruise Line tips, this episode is packed with exclusive details about this stunning new Wish-class ship. Amanda breaks down the VIP treatment from check-in to disembarkation, including an inside look at the Marvel-themed Concierge Lounge. We also dive into the immersive bars like the Haunted Mansion Parlor and the Sanctum, plus a review of the new Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King dining experience. Whether you are dreaming of a Concierge getaway or planning your next Disney Cruise Line vacation, this trip report is a must-listen!
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment:
Pre-Cruise Stay: Flying into Miami and kicking off the trip with a luxurious stay at the Four Seasons in Fort Lauderdale.
Concierge Embarkation: The seamless, white-glove boarding process at the port and the power of the “magic golden sticker”.
Disney Destiny Grand Hall: First impressions of the ship’s stunning design and the immersive lighting effects of the Wakanda-inspired chandelier.
Concierge Lounge Perks: A detailed look at the Marvel-themed lounge, including the complimentary happy hours, finger foods, and the massive perk of ordering hot galley food for breakfast and dinner.
Bars & Lounges: Reviews of the incredibly immersive Haunted Mansion Parlor and the Sanctum.
Rotational Dining: A rave review of the new Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King, noting how Disney perfectly balanced the volume of the dinner show with the dining experience.
Adult-Exclusive Dining: Returning to favorites with both a Palo dinner and a relaxing Palo brunch.
Port Stops: Exploring the new Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, navigating the rocky Lighthouse Trail, and comparing the island’s layout to the classic Disney Castaway Cay.
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Are you planning your very first Disney Cruise Line vacation? In this episode, we chat with Aramis about her family’s incredible surprise first sailing aboard the stunning Disney Wish! Aramis shares all the magical details of this 3-night Bahamian getaway, from surprising their kids after a Walt Disney World trip to exploring the ship’s unique Family Deluxe Oceanview Staterooms. We dive into reviews of the quick service at Mickey’s Festival of Foods, rotational dining at Arendelle and 1923, and experiencing Disney Castaway Cay for the first time. Whether you want tips on “Pixie Dusting,” navigating the kids’ clubs, or deciding if the unlimited photo package is worth it, this Disney Cruise Line review has everything you need to cruise a little smarter.
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment:
-The Ultimate Surprise: How Aramis’s husband surprised her for her 40th birthday, and how they pulled off an epic surprise for their kids by driving straight from Walt Disney World to the cruise port.
-Embarkation & Staterooms: A seamless boarding process at Port Canaveral and a review of the Princess and the Frog-themed Family Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah.
-Kids’ Club Lessons: Touring the Oceaneer Club and learning a valuable tip for future cruisers: 10-year-olds can get an age waiver to access the “Edge” tween club!
-Dining Reviews: Loving the fresh grilled burgers and tacos at Mickey’s Festival of Foods, eating fried rice for breakfast at Marceline Market, and praising the food and entertainment at Arendelle.
-Activities & Entertainment: A magical cast member interaction during The Little Mermaid show, getting a Fire & Ice pedicure at the Untangled Salon, and a warning about how much time the “free” Diamonds International charm bracelet pitch actually takes.
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Join us as we welcome Kelly to share her family’s action-packed 5-night Marvel Day at Sea adventure aboard the Disney Dream! Discover what it is like to sail with a 10-month-old, including tips for navigating the ship with a stroller, utilising the “It’s a Small World” Nursery, and participating in the adorable Jack-Jack’s Diaper Dash. We also dive into the exclusive Marvel Day at Sea offerings, from epic character meet-and-greets and the incredible USO stage show to the uniquely themed dining menus. Plus, hear about their adult-exclusive experiences, including a delicious Palo Brunch and the decadent Remy Dessert Experience. Whether you’re planning a Disney Cruise Line vacation with a baby or considering a Marvel-themed itinerary, this episode is full of helpful insights and reviews!
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment:
-Cruising with a Baby: Tips on navigating the ship with a stroller, using the “It’s a Small World” Nursery, and the excitement of the Jack-Jack’s Diaper Dash (baby race).
-Staterooms: The benefits of booking connecting Verandah staterooms for families to easily share space and coordinate nap times.
-Marvel Day at Sea Highlights: A review of the exclusive Marvel-themed dinner menu, the impressive USO stage show, and the abundance of character meet-and-greets.
-Adult-Exclusive Activities: Reviews of Palo Brunch and the Remy Dessert Experience.
Episode Cruise Summary:
Sailed Out Of: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Ports of Call:
-Cozumel, Mexico
-Disney Castaway Cay
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Join us as returning guest Bethany shares her incredible experience sailing on the highly anticipated Disney Destiny! In this episode, we dive deep into everything this brand-new Disney Cruise Line ship has to offer, from the stunning Marvel and Hercules-themed spaces to the emotional new Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King dining experience. Discover why her group opted to drive from Walt Disney World to Fort Lauderdale instead of taking the Brightline train, and hear her honest review of the pricey Mickey and Minnie Cove Cabanas at Disney Castaway Cay. Plus, get the inside scoop on unique port adventures, like visiting a hidden gem Cat Cafe in Cozumel. If you’re planning a Disney Cruise Line vacation, you won’t want to miss these exclusive tips and reviews from the Disney Destiny’s inaugural season!
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment
-First Impressions & Staterooms: Boarding the Disney Destiny during its inaugural season and reviewing the Deck 9 connecting Verandah staterooms (featuring Merida theming).
-Rotational Dining: A rave review of the immersive Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King restaurant (including the standout baked mushroom and lentil bobotie), plus thoughts on the lack of a dinner show in Worlds of Marvel.
-Adult-Exclusive Dining & Lounges: An unexpectedly disappointing dinner service at Palo, balanced by great experiences at the interactive Haunted Mansion Parlor, The Sanctum, and De Vil’s.
-Onboard Entertainment & Activities: Surviving the exhausting Incredicourse inflatable obstacle course, taking a 3-year-old to the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for Pirate Night, and praising the Hercules stage show.
-Cozumel Port Day: A unique and highly recommended visit to the Cozumel Humane Society Cat Cafe, followed by lunch at Choza.
-Castaway Cay: A surprisingly mixed review of renting one of the new, expensive Mickey & Minnie Cove Cabanas
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Join us as we welcome back Brielle to recount her incredible 13-night Westbound Transatlantic cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy. We dive deep into her adult-only adventure, starting with pre-cruise fun in London before setting sail from Southampton to Port Canaveral. Hear all about the unique itinerary twists, including an unexpected overnight in Spain due to weather and a surprise bonus day at Castaway Cay. Brielle shares expert tips for navigating long sea days, enjoying gluten-free dining on Disney Cruise Line, and making the most of onboard entertainment like the crew talent show. Whether you’re planning a Transatlantic crossing or just dreaming of the high seas, this trip report is packed with magic!
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment
Pre-Cruise London: Staying at the DoubleTree Victoria, dining at Los Mochis, and a tour of Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Oxford.
Itinerary Changes: Skipping Vigo due to storms, resulting in an overnight stay in La Coruña, and adding a surprise stop at Castaway Cay.
Port Adventures: A walking tour in La Coruña, Spain, and an adventurous Canyoning excursion in Madeira, Portugal.
Onboard Entertainment: Highlights include the Crew Talent Show, magic by Blake Vogt, presentations by Disney artist Don “Ducky” Williams, and a Crew vs. Guest Giant Jenga game.
Dining: Reviews of rotational dining, a gluten-free friendly Palo Brunch, and mixology classes (Champagne and Martini tastings).
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The wait is finally over as we break down the newly released Disney Cruise Line Summer 2027 itineraries! In this episode, we discuss the massive fleet shakeup, including the headline news that the Disney Wish is heading to Europe for the first time to sail the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. We also cover the Disney Dream’s move to Port Canaveral for short Bahamian getaways and the unique new routes for the Disney Destiny out of Fort Lauderdale. From Alaskan adventures on the Disney Magic to relaxing double-dip sailings at Lookout Cay, we help you decide which cruise is right for you. Tune in for all the details on booking windows, ship locations, and the most exciting ports of call for summer 2027.
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Join us for a candid and fun-filled review as longtime listeners Bryan and his daughter Kinsey share their first-time experience sailing aboard the Disney Wish! In this episode, they break down their “hot takes” on the Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship class, comparing it to the classic fleet and debating whether the AquaMouse truly beats the AquaDuck. Discover their favorite dining spots, from the elevated Festival of Foods to the theming at 1923, and hear why the Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah might be the best cabin for a family of five. Whether you are curious about the Disney Wish pool decks, the unique kids’ club slide, or how the ship stacks up to the classics, this trip report is packed with tips and honest opinions for your next Disney cruise.
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment:
First Impressions: Bryan and Kinsey’s pre-cruise expectations versus the reality of stepping onto the Disney Wish compared to the older ships.
Stateroom Review: A detailed look at the Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (sleeping 5), highlighting the split bath, storage, and Princess and the Frog theming.
Pool Deck & AquaMouse: A debate on the layout of the pools, the lack of a running track on the promenade, and a comparison of the AquaMouse vs. the AquaDuck.
Dining: Reviews of the rotational dining venues (1923, Arendelle, Worlds of Marvel) and praise for the quick-service options at Marceline Market and Mickey’s Festival of Foods.
Entertainment: Honest thoughts on the stage shows Disney’s The Little Mermaid and Disney Seas the Adventure, plus rave reviews for Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular.
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Join us for an unforgettable Disney Cruise Line adventure as guest Virgil shares his family’s incredible 7-night Southern Caribbean sailing aboard the Disney Magic! Discover the magic of a Halloween on the High Seas cruise, complete with trick-or-treating, costume parties, and a surprise Concierge upgrade that took their vacation to the next level. We dive deep into their journey from San Juan, Puerto Rico, exploring stunning ports like Antigua, St. Kitts, Bonaire, and Aruba. Whether you’re planning a Disney Cruise to the Southern Caribbean or just dreaming of one, this episode is packed with tips for families and adults alike.
Concierge Upgrade: The story of receiving a surprise call 45 days pre-cruise offering a complimentary upgrade to Concierge.
Onboard Experience: A review of the Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom, the Concierge Lounge, and the outstanding service from the team.
Dining: Reviews of rotational dining at Animator’s Palate, Lumiere’s, and Rapunzel’s Royal Table, plus a stellar Palo Brunch experience.
Halloween Activities: The “Halloween on the High Seas” offerings, including the Pumpkin Tree lighting, Mickey’s Mousequerade, and trick-or-treating.
Port Adventures:
St. Kitts: A tour to South Frigate Bay beach.
Antigua: The Academy of Rum (rum making) and Loose Cannon Beach.
Bonaire: A tour of the salt flats, slave huts, and seeing flamingos at Lac Bay.
Aruba: A relaxing beach day and shopping.
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In this episode, we welcome first-time cruiser Renee to share her family’s emotional and magical 4-night Bahamian sailing aboard the Disney Wish! Discover why Disney Cruise Line was the perfect accessible vacation choice for her family and hear her honest reviews of the Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom and onboard dining at 1923 and Arendelle. We dive into must-do kids’ activities like the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and Pirate makeovers, plus adult-exclusive favorites like Palo Brunch and the Senses Spa. If you are searching for Disney Wish reviews or tips for sailing with young children, this episode is packed with helpful insights for your next Disney Cruise vacation.
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment
-Why DCL: Choosing Disney Cruise Line for its accessibility and family-friendly environment for a husband with mobility challenges.
-Pre-Cruise Logistics: Utilizing the Hyatt Regency MCO and Disney Transportation for a seamless luggage experience.
-Stateroom Review: Thoughts on the Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah (Deck 8), highlighting the split bathroom and ample space.
-Dining: Reviews of rotational dining at Arendelle (lunch), 1923 (dinner), and a stellar Palo Brunch experience (Chicken Parm & Eggs Benedict).
-Kids’ Activities: A look at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique “Princess of Mischief” package and the Pirates League makeover.
-Pools & Recreation: Experiences with the AquaMouse water coaster and navigating the pool decks with kids.
-Adult Spaces: A review of the Senses Spa (couples massage/facial) including feedback on the sales pitch and robe quality, plus Champagne and Beer tastings.
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Get ready to explore the world in a whole new way with the newly released 2027 Adventures by Disney River Cruise itineraries! In this episode, we break down the magical options available for families, including stunning voyages along the Danube, Rhine, and Rhone rivers. Discover the unique benefits of river cruising with Disney, from immersive local excursions to the intimate, all-inclusive luxury of sailing with AmaWaterways. We also share essential booking tips, early booking discounts for Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club members, and details on the brand-new Munich Short Escape add-on. Whether you are looking for a Christmas Market cruise or a spring Tulip sailing, this episode is your ultimate guide to planning a 2027 European adventure.
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Join us for an exciting trip report as guests Amber and Kristi share their recent adventures to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea! This episode is packed with essential travel tips for visiting Japan, including navigating the trains, using the Klook app for tickets, and choosing between official Disney hotels like the Toy Story Hotel and nearby options like the Hilton Tokyo Bay. We dive deep into the unique park culture, from the incredible cast members to the delicious and adorable Disney-themed food like the famous Green Alien Mochi. Whether you are planning a trip to the Tokyo Disney Resort or dreaming of a future vacation, this episode covers everything you need to know about rides, dining, and maximizing your time in the parks.
-Trip Planning: Vacation packages vs. buying individual tickets via Klook, and booking hotels (Toy Story Hotel, Hilton Tokyo Bay, Tokyo Bay Maihama).
-Travel Logistics: Flying into Narita vs. Haneda, utilizing airport buses, and navigating the local train and monorail systems.
-Tokyo Disneyland: First impressions, ride reviews (Beauty and the Beast, Pooh’s Honey Hunt), and the unique park atmosphere.
-Tokyo DisneySea: Strategies for the massive park, reviewing the new Fantasy Springs expansion (Peter Pan, Rapunzel, Frozen), and the Big Band Beat show.
-Food & Snacks: A look at the unique dining options, including the Baymax burger, Green Alien Mochi, and wild popcorn flavors like Roast Beef and Curry.
-Park Tips: Using the app for Premier Access, the benefits of “Happy Entry” (early entry), and managing the summer heat.
-Beyond Disney: Brief highlights of other Japanese destinations, including TeamLab Planets in Tokyo, the Nintendo Museum in Osaka, and Miyajima Island.
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Join us for a festive and magical holiday adventure as we recap Christy, Steve, Chad, and their family’s recent Very Merrytime Cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy! We dive into the details of our 5-night sailing, which included rare stops at both of Disney’s private island destinations, Disney Castaway Cay and the new Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. Discover the special onboard holiday events, from meeting Santa Claus to the beautiful tree lighting ceremony, and get our honest reviews of the new family cabanas at Castaway Cay. Whether you’re planning your own Disney Cruise Line Christmas vacation or just dreaming of the high seas, this episode is packed with tips, dining reviews, and heartwarming family memories. Tune in to hear why the Disney Fantasy truly shines during the holidays!
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment:
-Pre-Cruise Travel: Flying into Orlando, staying at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Boardwalk Inn, and taking Disney transportation to Port Canaveral.
-Stateroom Reviews: Experiences in Concierge Family Oceanview Staterooms, a Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah, and a Standard Inside Stateroom.
-Dining Highlights: Reviews of rotational dining at Royal Court, Animator’s Palate, and Enchanted Garden, plus adult-exclusive dining at Palo for brunch and dinner.
-Holiday Activities: The “Very Merrytime” offerings, including the tree lighting ceremony, storytime with Mrs. Claus, Santa sightings, and holiday decor.
-Private Islands: A detailed look at the new Family Cabanas at Castaway Cay.
-Onboard Entertainment: Thoughts on the Broadway-style show Disney’s Aladdin and watching NFL games on the funnel vision.
-Teen Clubs: Experiences with the Vibe teen club for older teenagers.
Episode Cruise Summary:
Sailed Out Of: Port Canaveral, Florida.
Ports of Call:
-Nassau, Bahamas.
-Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, Bahamas.
-Disney Castaway Cay, Bahamas.
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Join us for an epic European adventure as frequent guest Bryan returns to share his family’s incredible 7-night repositioning cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy. From exploring the historic streets of London, Paris, and Barcelona by train to sailing the stunning Strait of Gibraltar, this episode is packed with essential Disney Cruise Line planning tips for Europe. Discover the unique charm of sailing from Barcelona to Southampton, including unforgettable port stops in Lisbon, Vigo, and A Coruña. Whether you are looking for advice on booking European excursions or navigating international travel with teens, this deep dive into a bucket-list Disney Cruise itinerary has everything you need to plan your own magical voyage.
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment
-Pre-Cruise Travel: Planning a multi-city pre-stay in London, Paris, and Barcelona using high-speed trains like the Eurostar and TGV.
-European Sightseeing: Reviews of major attractions including the London Eye, British Museum, Ghost Bus Tour, Eiffel Tower, and La Sagrada Familia.
-Onboard the Fantasy: Differences between European and Caribbean sailings, including food variations, international demographics, and unique merchandise.
-Strait of Gibraltar: The unique experience of sailing past the Rock of Gibraltar at sunrise.
-Port Adventures: Detailed breakdowns of a Tuk Tuk tour in Lisbon, exploring Vigo on foot, and a Segway tour of the Tower of Hercules in A Coruña.
Episode Cruise Summary
-Sailed Out Of: Barcelona, Spain.
-Ports of Call:
Lisbon, Portugal.
Vigo, Spain.
A Coruña (La Coruña), Spain.
-Debarkation Port: Southampton, England.
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In this episode, we welcome first-time cruiser Kristin to discuss her family’s inaugural voyage on Disney Cruise Line aboard the Disney Dream! We dive into the details of their 5-night sailing out of Fort Lauderdale, covering everything from staying at the Hilton Marina to navigating the ship’s rotational dining and Broadway-style entertainment. Hear their honest review of a day pass at an all-inclusive resort in Cozumel and their experience snorkelling at Disney Castaway Cay, all while navigating around a hurricane in the Caribbean. Whether you are planning your first Disney cruise or looking for tips on travelling with kids, this episode is packed with essential advice for a magical vacation at sea.
First-Time Cruiser Perspective: Why a family with no prior cruising experience chose Disney Cruise Line and their first impressions of the Disney Dream.
Pre-Cruise Logistics: Flying into Fort Lauderdale a day early, staying at the Hilton Marina, and the ease of the embarkation process.
Stateroom Review: A look at the Verandah Stateroom, highlighting the split bathroom layout, storage, and comfortable bedding.
Onboard Dining: Reviews of the buffet (Cabanas), pizza and taco stations, and rotational dining at Enchanted Garden, Animator’s Palate, and Royal Palace.
Entertainment & Activities: Experiences with the Sail-A-Wave party, Broadway-style shows, Virtual Sports, and the Bippidi Bobbidi Boutique.
Port Adventures: A day pass at the Iberostar all-inclusive resort in Cozumel and snorkelling and biking (attempted) at Disney Castaway Cay.
Sailed Out Of: Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.
Ports of Call:
Cozumel, México.
Disney Castaway Cay, Bahamas.
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Planning your First Disney Cruise Line Sailing? Join us as John recounts his family’s magical voyage aboard the classic Disney Magic! We dive deep into the elevated experience of sailing Concierge, including a review of the luxurious Walt Suite. Get essential Disney Cruise tips for making the most of your trip when travelling with a toddler, from the Small World Nursery to the unique rotational dining at Lumière’s, Animator’s Palate, and Rapunzel’s. This episode breaks down the Concierge perks and the ease of sailing from Port Canaveral, making it a must-listen for all first-time cruisers looking for a little extra pixie dust.
Main Segment Discussion Topics
-A family’s first-time experience sailing with Disney Cruise Line.
-The unique benefits and check-in process of sailing Concierge from Port Canaveral.
-An in-depth review of the luxurious Concierge Walt Suite (Room 8030).
-Practical tips and realities of cruising on the Disney Magic with a two-year-old toddler.
-First impressions of the Disney Magic, including the ship’s characters and onboard activities.
Ship: Disney Magic
Embarkation: Port Canaveral, Florida
Ports of Call: Nassau, The Bahamas
Disney Castaway Cay
Disney’s Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
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We recap our time aboard Disney Cruise Lines newest ship, the Disney Destiny!
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The Disney Destiny is almost here, and we could not be more excited for our upcoming preview sailing on Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, featuring a thrilling Heroes and Villains theme. This special bonus episode dives deep into the details of the newest Wish-class vessel, discussing everything we’re looking forward to experiencing. Get ready for an exclusive sneak peek as we review the menu for the all-new Lion King-themed rotational dining restaurant and talk about the ship’s gorgeous adult-exclusive lounges like Deville’s and Cask and Cannon. If you want to follow along on our sailing, make sure to follow along on Instagram at @DCL_Podcast!
Topics Discussed in the Main Segment
-Initial excitement and anticipation for the upcoming Disney Destiny preview sailing.
-The hosts’ approach to spoilers, prioritizing reviewing menus and lounge information over show details.
-Details on the ship’s revamped Atrium, including new themed lighting and its Black Panther inspiration.
-Preview of the new comedy show, “With Great Power: A Marvel Comedy Show”.
-Discussion of the brand-new Broadway-style Hercules stage show.
-The new rotational dining restaurant, Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King.
-Review of the specific beer and cocktail menus for the adult-exclusive lounges, including Deville’s, The Rose, and The Sanctum.
-New specialty coffee and snack lounges: Café Megara (Meg) and Café Merida.
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This episode provides an essential, first-hand review of the magnificent Disney Treasure. Join us for a detailed look at the 7-night Eastern Caribbean sailing, which explores incredible ports of call and showcases the unique, adventure-themed experiences aboard this Wish-class vessel. Learn about the exclusive dining experiences, including the Coco-themed Plaza de Coco, the excitement of the AquaMouse water coaster, and whether the ship meets the high expectations set by Disney fans. Suppose you are searching for detailed Disney Treasure reviews, insights into the Eastern Caribbean itinerary, or planning your first cruise on this ship. In that case, this episode is a must-listen for all Disney Cruise Line enthusiasts.
Ship: Disney Treasure
Sailed out of: Port Canaveral
Ports stopped at:
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Disney Castaway Cay, Bahamas
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What’s it like sailing aboard the largest cruise ship on the world? Christy and Chris recap their experiences sailing this brand new ship. Find out what they loved about this ship, including extraordinary shows, exquisite dining options, and crew interactions that rivaled Disney Cruise Line!
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How does a Cruise line go from ships that hold 700 guests to over 7,000? This episode offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the cruise industry’s transformation through an exciting interview with Richard Fain, the former CEO of Royal Caribbean Group. Cruising fans and enthusiasts of all brands will want to hear Richard discuss his new book, Delivering the Wow! Culture as a Catalyst for Lasting Success, and the foundational principles of innovation that drive success across the entire industry. He shares incredible stories from his three decades of leadership, including the beginning of “mega-ships” with the Sovereign of the Seas, a journey that shaped the modern cruising landscape, providing crucial context for today’s fleet. Discover how a focus on culture is the key to creating the “wow” experiences that keep cruisers coming back, whether you sail Royal Caribbean, DCL, or any other line.
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This episode provides an in-depth review of a unique Disney Cruise Line sailing: the Eastbound Transatlantic aboard the beautiful Disney Fantasy. Hear all about the 13-night journey, which features numerous relaxing sea days and special onboard activities unique to this itinerary. Discover what makes a Disney Transatlantic cruise a must-do for avid cruisers, including tips on pre-cruise planning, unique entertainment like the Crew-Member Hide & Seek, and navigating the exciting ports of call in Europe. If you are searching for detailed Disney Fantasy reviews or information on Transatlantic cruise itineraries, this episode is an essential listen to help you plan your own magical, cross-ocean adventure
Ship: Disney Fantasy
Sailed out of: Port Canaveral
Ports stopped at: Castaway Cay, Azores, Lisbon, and Cadiz
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Get ready to set sail with Disney Cruise Line as we dive into a detailed review of the majestic Disney Wish! This episode features a first-time Disney cruiser family, sharing their authentic experience of sailing with a young child. Discover a hidden gem stateroom for families, learn how to successfully navigate the ship’s incredible dining and entertainment with a toddler, and get essential tips for using the nursery and youth clubs. This is the ultimate guide for parents researching the Disney Wish and planning their next magical family vacation.
Ship: Disney Wish
Sailed out of: Port Canaveral
Ports stopped at: Castaway Cay
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Get ready to set sail for paradise as we bring you a family’s detailed review of their cruise aboard the beautiful Disney Dream! This episode is a must-listen for anyone planning a magical trip, as it features an in-depth comparison of Disney Cruise Line’s two stunning private destinations: the classic Castaway Cay and the exciting new Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. From managing pre-cruise logistics in Fort Lauderdale to dining for the first time at Palo, our guest, Amanda, shares essential DCL tips and insider advice. Tune in to find out which Disney island reigns supreme and how the Dream holds up as a fantastic ship for families, perfect for those searching for the ultimate Disney island escape.
Ship: Disney Dream
Sailed out of: Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades).
Ports stopped at:
Castaway Cay & Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
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Discover the breathtaking beauty of a Disney Cruise Line sailing to Norway on the Disney Fantasy! Join Lake, Steve, and Anawake as we take you deep into the fjords, sharing firsthand accounts of an unexpected itinerary change and how Disney handled the switch from the British Isles. We dive into the best pre-cruise travel tips for London, including how to efficiently visit the Tower of London and Crown Jewels, before embarking on a truly unique Northern European adventure. Tune in for insider details on breathtaking port excursions and why this DCL itinerary is a must-add to your bucket list for those seeking both Disney magic and stunning natural landscapes.
Topics Discussed
- Detailed tips for pre-cruise travel in London, including getting from Heathrow and visiting the Tower of London (Crown Jewels rope drop strategy).
- Review of the itinerary change from the British Isles to the Norwegian fjords.
- Firsthand experiences of sailing through the beautiful, peaceful fjords.
- Port excursions and activities in Norway, including a Disney-booked excursion and local, independent activities.
- Overall review and impressions of the Disney Fantasy cruise ship.
Embarkation: Southampton
Port Stops: Haugesund, Olden, Stavanger, & Zeebrugge
Hikes: Himakana, Huaren, Briksdal Glacier
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Don’t let hurricane season stop you from booking your dream Disney Cruise Line vacation! This essential episode dives into everything DCL cruisers need to know about sailing during the stormy season. Learn how Disney Cruise Line prioritises guest safety and what common itinerary adjustments—like switching from Eastern to Western Caribbean routes—you might encounter. We also share why this “shoulder season” offers some of the most attractive rates for your next family adventure. Tune in to trade your weather worries for peace of mind and smooth sailing!
Important Notes:
Hurricane season in the Caribbean and Bahamas runs from July to late November.
Cruise lines prioritise safety and may alter itineraries to avoid storms.
Travel insurance must be purchased before a storm is named to be effective.
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Dive into the magic of the high seas with this episode, featuring our guest Andy as she shares her family’s unforgettable journey on the Disney Treasure. Discover insider tips and firsthand experiences from this Disney Cruise Line sailing, including a look at the ship’s enchanting decor, innovative dining experiences, and unique entertainment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone planning their next family vacation and is a great resource for new and experienced Disney cruisers alike looking for a magical adventure.
Topics:
- Sailing with a larger multigenerational group and coordinating travel
- Dining at Enchante and Palo
- Entertainment and shows on board
- Experiencing multiple Drink Tastings
- Ports: Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, Castaway Cay
- Embrakation: Port Canaveral
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Get ready for a deep dive into the natural beauty and adventure that is sailing the Disney Wonder to Alaska! Our guest, Steven, shares their personal insights on what makes this a truly magical and memorable vacation. We’ll cover everything from the pre-cruise planning in Vancouver to the stunning scenery of the glaciers and the unique port adventures. This is an essential listen for anyone considering an Alaskan cruise or looking for a new adventure beyond a traditional Caribbean Disney cruise.
Topics Discussed
- The pre-cruise experience in Vancouver, including activities like Lynn Canyon Park and Stanley Park
- The itinerary and port stops in Alaska, including Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway and a glacier viewing
- Renting a car in Alaska Ports to maximise seeing what you want on your own time
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Join us as we talk with Courtney about her incredible National Geographic Expedition Cruise to Antarctica. This episode is a perfect listen for any Disney Cruise Line fan looking to explore unique expedition cruises and see how they compare to a traditional sailing. We discuss her experience with the embarkation process, life on board the ship, and the importance of biosecurity to keep the continent pristine. You’ll get an inside look at what it’s like to sail the notorious Drake Passage and learn why Courtney recommends sailing both ways instead of flying one way.
Topics Discussed* Why National Geographic over other expedition cruise line * The pros and cons of sailing the Drake Passage versus flying the Drake Passage * The biosecurity and gear requirements for visiting Antarctica * The embarkation process and what it’s like to stay in Ushuaia, Argentina, before the sailing * A review of the National Geographic Explorer ship * The types of lectures and educational content provided on board
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Join us as we welcome Rebecca, a first-time cruiser, as she shares her family’s inaugural Disney Cruise Line experience aboard the classic Disney Magic! This episode is an essential guide for anyone considering a Disney cruise, especially those with small children. Rebecca offers candid insights on everything from the convenience of staying at the airport Hyatt, to experiencing both of Disney’s private islands, and even visiting the ship’s medical unit. Tune in for her review of a veranda stateroom, the kids’ club, and the delightful rotational dining experience.
Ship: Disney Magic
Embarkation Port: Port Canaveral
Port Stops: Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point & Castaway Cay
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Join us as we get the whole gang back together for this special 500th episode celebration, a must-listen for any Disney Cruise Line fan! This milestone episode features a retrospective of the show’s history and a main segment dedicated to a never-before-done ship ranking, with both our host and Patreon lists. Hear touching messages from listeners, reflect on the podcast’s journey, and get excited for another 500 episodes!
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In this episode, we dive into a captivating adult-only cruise comparison between the Disney Wish and a Virgin Voyages sailing! Our guest, Brielle, provides a candid, side-by-side review of both cruise lines, sharing her insights on embarkation, ship layout, and stateroom differences, including the unique amenities and bed comparisons. If you’re looking to explore cruising outside of the typical family experience or are curious about what another premium cruise line offers, this episode provides invaluable insights for any Disney Cruise Line fan.
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Join us as we dive into the newly released Disney Cruise Line itineraries for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027! This episode offers a detailed breakdown of where each ship will be sailing, highlighting exciting new ports and unique itineraries. Get our insights on which sailings are the most interesting and where you can find the best booking choices. You’ll also get the inside scoop on a major itinerary shake-up involving the Disney Dream and Disney Wish, along with expert tips on booking your next magical vacation.
Highlights:
- The Disney Adventure’s simplified itinerary
- The Disney Wish’s three and four-night Bahamian sailings
- The Disney Treasure’s Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings
- The Disney Fantasy’s varied five-night Bahamian and Western Caribbean cruises
- The Disney Dream’s return to Port Canaveral and new port stops
- The Disney Magic’s new ports and repositioning cruises
- The Disney Wonder is staying on the West Coast
- Booking windows for Castaway Club members and the general public
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This episode is your ultimate guide to what’s included in the price of a Disney Cruise Line vacation, perfect for first-timers and those on a budget! Lake and Christy, with guest Amber, break down everything from the stateroom features like split bathrooms and included stateroom movies to the extensive included dining options. Can you say ‘YAY!’ for included Mickey Bars? They also cover the amazing value of the kids’ clubs, which are open all day with a variety of programming and character interactions.
Episode Highlights:
- Disney Cruise Line offers more inclusions compared to other cruise lines.
- Staterooms include split bathrooms, bathtubs, and complimentary toiletries.
- Room service is included!
- Rotational dining and many onboard dining options are included.
- Kids clubs are included, except for the nursery, with extensive programming.
- Numerous onboard activities and entertainment, including Broadway-style shows and first-run movies, are included.
- Fireworks at sea and adult-exclusive spaces are unique features of Disney cruises.
- Guests can bring their own beer or wine onboard.
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Join fan favourite hosts, Steve and Wake, on an incredible Adventures by Disney trip to Peru, a perfect choice for those looking to expand beyond a Disney Cruise Line vacation. This episode dives into the unique cultural experiences curated by Disney, from navigating a bustling new airport in Lima to exploring the historical Sacred Valley before the crowds arrive. The trip is all about immersive learning and experiencing local life, with highlights including meeting a world-famous Quechua weaver and participating in an Incan barbecue. Discover why the true magic of this adventure isn’t just about Machu Picchu, but about the meaningful, unforgettable moments you’d never find on your own.
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Join us as our guest, Adam, shares his family’s magical experience on a 5-night Bahamian sailing aboard the beloved Disney Fantasy. In this episode, discover tips for pre-booking activities like Bibbidi-Bobbidi Boutique and Palo brunch to making the most of your time on Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. Get an insider’s look at onboard entertainment, from the incredible stage shows like Aladdin and Frozen to the fun of the Midship Detective Agency. Learn how to find hidden character meet and greets and hear firsthand about the fantastic experience of a Disney Cruise Line vacation!
Ship: Disney Fantasy
Embarkation: Port Canaveral
Itinerary: 5-night Bahamian
Port Stops: Nassau & Castaway Cay
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Embark on a breathtaking Alaskan Cruise with our guest Johnny, who shares his incredible 7-night sailing experience aboard the Disney Wonder! This episode is packed with insider tips on making the most of a port-intensive itinerary, from navigating Vancouver pre-cruise to breathtaking glacier viewing at Dawes Glacier. Discover what makes the classic Disney Wonder so charming, including concierge benefits for securing popular Disney Cruise Line excursions, unique dining experiences, and stunning Alaskan scenery. If you’re planning a Disney cruise to the Last Frontier, you won’t want to miss this essential guide to an unforgettable family vacation.
Ship: Disney Wonder
Embarkation: Vancouver
Itinerary: 7-Night Alaskan Cruise
Port Stops: Dawes Glacier, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan
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Embark on a captivating journey with Kira as she recounts her family’s incredible Southern Caribbean sailing aboard the Disney Magic! Discover the unique experiences of this port-intensive itinerary, exploring islands less frequented by Disney Cruise Line. Kira shares insights on everything from concierge benefits and delightful dining with dietary considerations to exploring refreshed ship lounges and engaging activities. Get ready for tales of exciting excursions, stunning scenery, and what makes the Disney Magic a beloved ship.
Ship: Disney Magic
Embarkation: San Juan, Porter Rico
Itinerary: 7-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Port Stops: Saint Kitts, Antigua, Saint Lucia, and Barbados
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We welcome Jacqueline to the show, who set sail on the Disney Treasure with her husband and two children for a 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise. After doing some more port-heavy Disney cruises, Jaqueline and her family were ready to sit back and relax with an itinerary full of sea days to experience this brand new ship. Plus, we discuss cruising with a child who has type 1 diabetes and celiac disease.
Ship: Disney Treasure
Embarkation: Port Canaveral
Itinerary: 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Port Stops: Tortola, San Juan, & Castaway
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This week, we welcome Meranda to the show, who sailed on their first Disney Cruise aboard the Disney Wish. Meranda and her sister sailed as adults-only and had a blast making their fun and discovering all that was available aboard the Wish. Having cruised other lines before, we also discussed the value and worth they found in a Disney Cruise compared to other lines.
Ship: Disney Wish
Embarkation: Port Canaveral
Itinerary: 3-Night Bahamian Cruise
Port Stops: Castaway Cay & Nassau
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We discuss some recent Disney Cruise Line news and updates including;
- New lower deposits on cruise bookings and changes to placeholders
- New information on future ships, including hull numbers and tonnages
- Increased prices at all adult dining locations
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We continue with Chrity’s snippets on their Norwegian Fjords and Artic Circle cruise. Follow along as Christy’s family gets adventurous hiking through some challenging but beautiful terrain.
Ship: Celebrity Apex
Itinerary: Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Circle
In this episode, we discuss sailing to Honningsvåg, Tromso, Geiranger, Alesund, and Haugesund.
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Christy and her family are aboard the Celebrity Apex in this snippet-style episode exploring parts of London, the Celebrity Apex, and their first two Cruise ports: Belgium and Flam, Norway.
Ship: Celebrity Apex
Itinerary: Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Circle
In this episode we discuss traveling to London, the Harry Potter Studios, walking around Zeebrugge, Belgium and their port stop in Flam, Norway.
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This week, we welcome first-time cruiser Johnny to the show. Johnny and his family recently sailed on the Disney Fantasy and decided to upgrade to a concierge suite after checking in at the port. We discuss all that concierge has to offer and what Johnny thought of the experience. Johnny’s family also got to enjoy all that both Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay had to offer.
Ship: Disney Fantasy
Embarkation: Port Canaveral
Itinerary: 4-Night Bahamian Cruise
Port Stops: Castaway Cay & Lookout Cay
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This week, we welcome Chris, aka DCLCruisingDad, to the show to discuss his family’s first time sailing on the Disney Treasure. Chris packs in the details and loves to share all his tips and tricks, so make sure to check this one out if you are getting ready to sail on the Treasure yourself.
Ship: Disney Treasure
Embarkation: Port Canaveral
Itinerary: 7-night Western Caribbean
Port Stops: Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, Castaway Cay
Cozumel Excursion: Alebrije Painting Workshop – Inspired by Disney•Pixar’s Feature Film Coco (CZ95)
Grand Cayman Excursion: Exclusive Sneak Peek to Grand Cayman Highlights (G79)
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We are joined by First-time cruiser and Patreon member Anna to discuss her family’s sailing on the Disney Dream. Anna brings a great perspective and positivity to this episode, and we loved recording this one. On this sailing, Anna’s family had the opportunity to visit both Lookout and Castaway Cay. They also did an interesting cultural tour of Nassau while in port.
Ship: Disney Dream
Embarkation Port: Fort Lauderdale
Port Stops: Nassau, Castaway Cay, & Lookout Cay
Nassau Tour: https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g147416-d25424810-KINDWalk_Nassau_Historical_and_Cultural_Walking_Tour-Nassau_New_Providence_Island_.html
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As a little extra content for you this week, we are going through some of the current ongoing deals you can find on Disney Cruise Line’s website. There are a lot of great deals if you are still looking for a summer 2026 sailing! We discuss the variety of deals and what sailings are most interesting to us.
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This week, we are joined by Lindsey, who recently returned from the Adventures By Disney Galapagos Islands Expedition Cruise. We discuss why Lindsey chose ABD over other expedition cruise companies and what other companies she considered. We had a great time discussing all the amazing excursions they went on while on this trip.
Trip: Adventures By Disney Galápagos Islands Expedition Cruise
Highlights
- Benefits of Expedition Cruising
- Lots of snorkelling and hiking on the islands
- A great diversity of wildlife
- The benefit of ABD guides on these tours
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Lake and returning guest Becky were able to preview Universal’s newest theme park, Epic Universe. We are here to discuss our experiences and thoughts on the lands and attractions throughout the park.
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This week, we are joined by Equity Ben to discuss his family’s recent sailing on the Disney Fantasy. Former cast member, now full-time Dad, Ben discusses why they love Disney Cruise Line and how they enjoy the experience through their daughter. Plus, we discuss their first time to Lookout Cay and how the day differed from their Castaway Day!
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We welcome Maggie to the show this week to discuss her first Disney Cruise. This was a surprise cruise that she only learned about a few weeks before. Maggie first got to see the Magic in Liverpool, many years ago, and discussed manifesting being on the ship one day and how boarding the Magic for the first time was a real full-circle moment for her. Maggie was full of such positivity and love for Disney, we hope you enjoy.
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Adventures By Disney has released its 2026 land adventures, and bookings start soon! Christy and Steve are here to break down the release and discuss why they chose ABD. Learn about what makes ABD special and the benefits of travelling with them.
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This week, we are joined by Kyle, who sailed for the first time on the Disney Dream! As a huge Marvel fan, Kyle ensured his first sailing included a Marvel Day at Sea. We discuss first-time cruising expectations and realities, and what they would do differently on a future cruise.
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Steve and Wake recorded some snippets from a recent 3-night Baja Sailing on the Wonder. Follow along as they spend time in Disneyland (They can miss the Incredicoaster), travel down to San Diego, and explain why a 3-night sailing on the Wonder is worth it.
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Lake and Christy discuss the latest Disney Destiny news, covering the recent details announced. This ship is shaping up to have such a unique identity compared to its Wish and Treasure sisters, We cannot wait to see more!
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Queue Forced Audience Applause. Christy, Nova, and Amber recently sailed on Royal Caribbean over spring break and we’ve come together to pit their experiences against Disney Cruise Line. Join us in this week’s episode as each cruise line battles it out for our guests’ points in categories like Staterooms, Dining, and Pool Towel Rental Processes? We think the end scores will surprise you! Both cruise lines offer amazing products and we hope this episode helps you pick the right sailings for you!
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We’ve got a great bonus episode to round off our Alaska Week! We get many questions about hiking in Alaskan Cruise Ports so we are very excited to have had friends of the show Ken and Sarah on to discuss the various hikes and excursions they have done in Alaska. They have done a variety of hikes on their own and through booked excursions and discuss why they enjoy a mix of both methods. We also discuss the safety, equipment, and accessibility of these hikes.
Here is a list of the trails we discussed on these sailings, along with additional information and maps.
Vancouver: Grouse Grind & Big Chief
Skagway: Lower Dewey Lake & Laughton Glacier
https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/skagwayak/Skagway_Trail_Map_23_57e838e1-f895-470b-a071-1ba116c4ec9f.pdf
Mendenhall glacier guided hike- Alaska Shore Tours
https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tongass/about-forest/offices/?cid=stelprdb5401520
Ketchikan: Deer Mountain plus Blue Lake
https://www.alaska.org/detail/deer-mountain-trail
If you are hiking, please consider your safety and take the necessary precautions! We recommend visiting the tourist center of any of these ports to inform them of where you are going, discuss the trails, and obtain safety equipment if available.
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We are joined by Kira who has a fantastic Alaskan Sailing resume, traveling there the last three summers aboard Disney, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Princess! Her Princess sailing also included a Land and Sea package to visit Denali which we discussed at the beginning of the show. Then we all discuss the various port excursions we’ve done throughout our Alaska sailings to give you an overview of the many activities you can do on these sailings.
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Bethany Vinton joins us to discuss her recent sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. Bethany sailed with her neighbors who were first-time cruisers, and they all got to share a first-time experience to Lookout Cat at Lighthouse Point. She shares her experiences from the island and some of her favorite on-board locations and activities such as Prima Notte!
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Friend of the show and Patreon member Chad recently sailed on the Disney Dream for a Marvel Day at Sea cruise and agreed to record a snippets episode while on board. Chad and his wife enjoyed a sailing that stopped at both private islands and Chad discussed his first-time thoughts from Lookout Cay. Then they close out with a Marvel day! Thanks again to Chad for recording these and we hope you enjoy.
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First-time Disney Cruiser Cassie joins us to discuss her family’s first Disney cruises. yes, plural! They got to experience the Wish, disembark, and embark on the Fantasy on the same day. We discuss what information Disney Cruise Line provided to Cassie about this process and how the experience panned out. Then we discuss the wonderful things her family got up to aboard each ship and what they thought of the two different classes of ships. Also, what are we calling this? Side by Side, Ship to Ship, Back to Back?
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Joe from the Disney Deciphered Podcast joins us this week to discuss his family’s sailing aboard the Disney Treasure. Joe gives all his hints and tricks from their time on board. We discussed what excursions they did while at port and what activities they enjoyed the most while on board. This one is packed with details and we hope you enjoy!
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Amanda (@OnceUponAMarathon) joins us this week to discuss her recent sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. With previous sailings aboard the Dream, Amanda discusses the differences between the two Dream class ships and what she prefers about each. This was Amanada and her Husband’s first sailing to Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, and she discusses her expectations and hopes for future expansion from the property.
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We welcome Derry back to the show to discuss two recent sailings she took. One aboard the Disney Dream and one aboard the Celebrity Summit. Due to a recent surgery, her sister was 0-weight bearing on one foot, leading them to learn all about the accommodations and challenges a cruiser with accessibility issues may have while sailing aboard DCL. While aboard the Celebrity Summit, she found her family making contact comparisons to DCL and we discussed the list her family came up with. This is an information-packed episode and we hope you enjoy it!
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John joins us to discuss his family’s first time sailing DCL aboard the Disney Wish. They took a 3-night sailing for their first and had a marvelous time exploring all the Wish had to offer. We also discuss what resources they used to help prepare them for their first sailing aboard Disney Cruise Line!
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We have an adventurous one for you today! Trevor and Cheltsaney join us to discuss their 7-night Southern Caribbean sailing aboard the Disney Magic. They showed their travel confidence by exploring many of the islands by simply disembarking the ship and finding local guides to help them navigate.
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We break down Disney Cruise Lines Summer 2026 Itineraries! We’ve got a couple of interesting shake-ups including both the Magic Class ships going to Alaska next summer. Plus the Wish gets some interesting itineraries that skip Nassau for several sailings.
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Sarah from https://www.youtube.com/@glutenfreedairyfreedisney and Gina from www.instagram.com/glutenfreedisneyworld/ join Christy to discuss Cruising with special dietary needs onboard Disney Cruise Line. They talk about all things dining, the different dining locations, and how to order if you have special dietary needs.
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Our host Christy and Patreon member Liz joined us to discuss their sailing aboard the Disney Treasure. Follow along on this Eastern Caribbean voyage and learn about what Liz’s expectations were for her first sailing aboard the Treasure and how some of Christy’s thoughts changed while on a longer sailing aboard her.
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Bryan is back with a milestone return to the podcast to discuss his family’s awesome sailing on the Disney Fantasy. This sailing included two stops at Castaway and a stop at Lookout Cay. We discuss the benefits of each island and how they compare. Bryan always gives great details from his times on board and they rode the Aqua Mouse how many times in a row?
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As we move into a new year we take a moment to reflect on an amazing last year and discuss our plans for 2025! Plus we include a post-Dopey Challenge Snippet!
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We welcome Ebony to the show to discuss her time aboard the Disney Treasure’s Maiden Voyage! Hear about all the exciting venues and activities the newest ship offers along with the exciting activities and gifts included in the ship’s Maiden Voyage.
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With the Treasure getting ready to set sail on its inaugural sailing, Christy was joined by Amber and Steve to discuss everything about the new ship and their time on board.
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Christy, joined by her family and Amber, embarked on the Disney Treasure for an invited preview cruise. Listen to their thoughts on the newest Trition Class ship and how it compares to the Wish!
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This week Lauren joins us to discuss her family’s first time Sailing on the Disney Wish by doing a Back-to-Back sailing! Lauren’s family’s previous DCL experiences were all Magic Class ships, so they took a big jump to the Triton Class. Also, learn what to do if you leave or lost something onboard the ship and how to get those items back after your sailing has ended.
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This week we welcome back Andy and Joe to discuss their 12-night Norway and Iceland Sailing aboard the Dream. They gave many great details about how they booked each excursion and where they found these excursions.
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We’ve got a great episode for you this week packed with info and tips! Bethany joins us to discuss her and her mom’s recent sailing on the Disney Dream. Bethany Vinton used Brightline to travel from MCO to Ft Lauderdale and details her experience and how to score a great rate. We had a blast recording this one and discussing taking her mom to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for an adult pirate makeover!
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The Disney Treasure is here and has started doing previews! Join us as we discuss our thoughts from the christening ceremony and break down what we’ve seen from the new venues onboard!
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The last time Virgil joined us, we discussed how they wished they brought their kids on board to experience all the Disney Wish has to offer. He’s back to discuss just that. Follow along as Virgil and his family set sail for a Very Merrytime Sailing aboard the Wish.
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Lindsay joins us once again to discuss her family’s first sailing aboard the Disney Wish! Learn about navigating the Wish with younger children and what they thought going back to a shorter cruise itinerary.
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Chris from DCLCruisingDad.com joins us to discuss his family’s 7-night Eastern Caribbean sailing on the Disney Fantasy. Chris provides a lot of great information including details on which Disney-booked excursions his family used and how they went.
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We discuss the new details on what may be Disney Cruise Line’s most unique ship, The Disney Adventure!
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We are joined by Virgil this week to discuss his adults-only sailing aboard the Disney Wish. Hear all about the fun you can have without kids aboard the Wish. But find out why Virgil and his wife wish they had brought their kids along instead.
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Lake, joined by Christy and Amber, discusses his family’s recent trip to Aulani. Learn about what adventures they got up to, and what they learned from their first trip to Aulani.
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Steve and Wake join us this week to discuss their Norwegian Fjords sailing on the Disney Dream along with the ABD London Short Escape they took before the cruise. We discuss their thoughts on the Dream sailing through Europe and how Steve’s family found excursions outside of DCL while at port.
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Chrissy from Touring Plans joins us this week to discuss her family’s Double Dip sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. Chrissy and her family took advantage of many additional paid experiences including the Royal Court Royal Tea, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, Pirate Makeover, the Spa, and Sweet on You Desserts!
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What’s it like to fly around the world to visit every Disney park and more? Our guest, Cathy, joins us to discuss her time on the Adventure By Disney- Disney Parks Around The World, A Private Jet Adventure. Learn about flying around the world with ABD and the magical experiences they encountered.
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Our host Christy, and friend of the show Amy join us to discuss their recent sailings on the Disney Magic. Amy sailed the cruise right before Christy. Amy gives her thoughts on Lighthouse Point as a first-time visitor while Christy gives an update on what is new or has changed since her last sailing there.
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We’re dropping you a quick bonus show this week before we drop our main episode to go over the Disney Destiny’s Inaugural sailing season itinerary and booking windows! Are you planning to book the Destiny? Let us know what sailing.
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In this week’s episode, we welcome back Chad to the show to discuss his family’s sailing aboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas through the Mediterranean.
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Steve and his family recently returned from an epic trip, Starting with a London ABD Short Escape, followed by the Norwegian Fjords sailing on the Dream! While abroad, they recorded a few snippets highlighting their trip.Want to be on the show? Fill out this form and we’ll be in contact with you real soon! https://dclpodcast.com/want-to-be-on-the-show/embed/#?secret=4tv0sphs7x#?secret=BmrmloqiAE Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net_dclpodcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Lake and Nova recap all the Parks and Experiences news coming from D23!
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Don your super suit and catch up on Disney Cruise Line’s next ship the Disney Destiny. Due to set sail in the Fall of 2025.
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Zach joins us this week to discuss his family’s 7-night southern Caribbean sailing aboard the Disney Magic! After a long break from being on the Magic, we discuss what it was like getting back on the original ship, and what excursions they booked to take advantage of this more unique sailing.Want to be on the show? Fill out this form and we’ll be in contact with you real soon! https://dclpodcast.com/want-to-be-on-the-show/embed/#?secret=4tv0sphs7x#?secret=BmrmloqiAE Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net_dclpodcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Debbie joins us to discuss her sailing to Alaska aboard Holland America!
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Shannon Ford joins us for this week’s episode for a little 101 chat on picking the best DCL stateroom for your family. We’ll go ship by ship and break down the different categories and give you some tips on how to find those ‘secret’ rooms with a little extra space for your family.
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We are here to give you a round-up of all the recent DCL-related news! The biggest is that Disney and Oriental Land Company, who operate the Tokyo Disney Parks, have agreed to build another sister ship to the Wish to operate out of Tokyo.
Brooke from @BBBrooke joins us to discuss her DVC Members’ cruise aboard the Disney Dream through the Mediterranean. They also tied in a Barcelona ABD Short escape before the cruise. Learn about all the extras offered during a DVC Member cruise and hear about the amazing sights they saw during this sailing.
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Disney Cruise Line released their fall 2025/ Early 2026 Itineraries and we break down what ships are where and some interesting shake-ups to the normal ship routines.
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Christy, Lake, and their families board the Disney Fantasy to check out all the Lookout Cay has to offer! Follow along each day as we break down what we did, and what we thought of Disney Cruise Line’s newest destination.
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Friend of the show David was on the Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point preview cruise and took some time to record some snippets from right on the island! Follow along as they explore and discover Disney’s new private island destination!
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Christy discusses her family’s latest sailing aboard the Disney Wish. This was a 3-night sailing and her son’s last ‘hurrah’ in the kids club before he ages out.
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Liz joins us for this week’s episode to discuss her family’s 7-night southern Caribbean sailing aboard the Disney Magic. Liz and her family talk about how they booked concierge to give them a leg up on early booking as first-time DCL cruisers and discuss how they chose their excursions while navigating having two 4-year-olds and grandparents along for the sailing.
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Chris joins us to discuss his family’s sailing aboard the Disney Wish. During their sailing, their daughter took advantage of the kid’s club activities while their son got to experience the Edge! They also brought along Chris’s parents who got to enjoy a day at castaway in a Serenity Bay Cabana!
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Amy joins us to discuss her family’s Alaska sailing aboard the Disney Wonder. Amy and her Family enjoyed many Disney-booked excursions while finding time to enjoy much of the local ports on their own.
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Christy and Steve break down the 2025 ABD Release!
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Lindsay joins us to discuss her and her family’s 7-night sailing on the Disney Fantasy! Lindsay and her husband sailed with 2 small children and were able to utilize the nursery during the sailing to help enjoy all the Fantasy has to offer for both adults and families alike.
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Tim joins us to discuss the Adventures By Disney Shore Escape add-on they did after doing the Pan-Pacific sailing on the Disney Wonder!
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The week Steve and Wake join us to discuss their Costa Rica ABD! This is a 7-day ABD offered throughout most of the year and as you will learn, is a great entry point into the ABD product. We also discuss the value of ABD versus doing a trip like this on your own and why Steve and his family will be returning to ABD again!Contact us at info@dclpodcast.com Want to be on the show? Fill out this form and we’ll be in contact with you real soon! https://dclpodcast.com/want-to-be-on-the-show/embed/#?secret=EwPAB0pLl3#?secret=humG5H2HDR Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net_dclpodcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
This week Lauren joins us to discuss her South Pacific Sailing on the Disney Wonder. Join us as we discuss her sailing starting in Sydney Australia and ending in Honolulu!
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What’s it like to run a cruise line? Find out in this week’s episode. We had the incredible opportunity to interview Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, Former President & CEO of Celebrity Cruises. Learn about what it was like to design the Celebrity Edge class of ships and the hardships of being in charge of a cruise line through the pandemic. Learn about her relationship with Captain Kate McCue and how Lisa has pushed for more gender equality within the cruise industry!
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It’s time to catch up on what’s new with Disney Cruise Line in our March Cabanas episode! We discuss the naming and keel laying ceremony of Disney Cruise Line’s next ship, the Disney Destiny!
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In this episode, we talk all about river cruising. Christy just returned from a 4 night Avalon River Cruise through Holland, tied with a River Cruise Expo. She talks all about the amazing sights she saw including the Tulip Farms in Amsterdam! we also talk about potential alternatives to river cruising for families outside of ABD options.
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We break down the Disney Cruise Line Summer 2025 Itineraries!Contact us at info@dclpodcast.com Want to be on the show? Fill out this form and we’ll be in contact with you real soon! https://dclpodcast.com/want-to-be-on-the-show/embed/#?secret=8jbrbX1wjU#?secret=QjmCw0NQ6f Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net_dclpodcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
This week, Bethany Vinton joins us to discuss her Back-to-Back(ish) sailings starting with the Disney Fantasy and ending on the Wish. The Fantasy sailing included a Pixar Day at Sea along with a stop in Jamaica!
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Bryan joins us to discuss his family’s 6-night sailing aboard the Disney Dream to Bermuda. This sailing included an overnight in Bermuda where Brian and his family planned their excursions without booking anything through DCL.
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In this week’s episode, Amy joins us to discuss a cruise she and her son took aboard the Disney Wish! Due to the new kids club age changes, this was her son’s first experience in the Edge Tween club.
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In this week’s episode, we welcome Jeff Kober to the show for an interesting conversation on what makes Disney Cruise Line world-class and how these lessons can be used every day.
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Chris joins us to discuss his time during the inaugural sailing of Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, The world’s largest cruise ship!
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This is a rebroadcast of episode 128. Some information may have changed, including that the Magic is the current ship doing these sailings.
Listener Kristy joins us again to discuss things to do in the city of New Orleans, before or after your sailing on the Disney Wonder (now Magic). We discuss places to stay, eat (beignets anyone?), and activities for you and your family while spending time in this amazing city. So join us for a fun look at spending time in the Big Easy.
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Lake and Christy discuss this month’s Disney Cruise Line News along with changes to the Patreon. New Patreon can be found at Patreon.com/DCL_Podcast.
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This is a rebroadcast of our RunDisney RunDown we did live recapping our experience at the RunDisney Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend 2024.
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Veronica joins us to discuss her and her husband’s experience aboard the Disney Fantasy for a Pixar Day at Sea Sailing. This was a 7-night western Caribbean sailing.
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Amanda aka Once Upon A Marathon joins us this week to discuss her sailing through the Norwegian Fjords aboard the Disney Dream.
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Christy and Dave join us to share their experience during the Adventures By Disney Christmas Market River Cruise over the week of Christmas!
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Steve and Wake join us from onboard the Disney Fantasy during their 7-Night Eastern Carribean Very Merrytime sailing over Christmas Day!
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We’re putting a wrap on 2023, as we discuss some final end of the year DCL topics, along with what each of us are planning over the Holidays. Thanks to all our listeners and supporters over this past year, and from all of us at the DCL Podcast, we want to wish you and your family’s a Happy Holiday Season, and a joyous New Year.
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Erin Foster, the amazing author of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line, joins us for a fun look at whats new in this years guide. We then turn to her thoughts on the Treasure, Light House Point, the Adventure, and the newest trips announced from Adventures by Disney. We finish up by talking about some of the fun events she enjoys in New York, during the holidays. Enjoy everyone.
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Frank joins us again this week to discuss his sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy through the Southern Caribbean. This is definitely a bucket list cruise for a lot of cruisers and family’s, so we spend most of our focus talking about the islands he visited and what they had planned. He and his wife Karen have travelled through these islands several times, so it was fun to talk with him about some of the things they’ve experienced in the past as well. So if you’re ready for a cruise of a lifetime? It’s time to set sail through the ABC, ‘er ACB islands on the beautiful Disney Fantasy.
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Mark and Diane are back to discuss not one cruise, not two cruises, but their three cruises they recently sailed on aboard the Disney Wish. We’ve talked to many people who were lucky to sail on back to back cruises, but when we heard they sailed on three in a row, we knew we needed to get them back on the podcast to hear all about this unique experience. We have a fun time hearing about all the fun they had onboard the Wish, dining experiences they loved, whether they moved cabins, and much more. We finish it off with the experiences they had while in port in Nassau, along with with Castaway Cay. So if you’re ready for a unique adventure, get those bags packed for not just one, but three cruises….we’re headed out in search of Pirates and Adventure aboard the beautiful Disney Wish.
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We’re getting you ready for the Holidays, as we take a look at some of the fun and excitement you can enjoy on a Disney Cruise Line Very Merrytime Sailing. From the amazing decorations, to the holiday themed games and events, along with a chance to meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus themselves, sailing with DCL is truly a magical experience. We finish up the episode by taking a look at some of the holiday offerings you can experience at Walt Disney World, and Disneyland. Whether you’re sailing this Holiday season with DCL, spending time in the Parks, or celebrating the season elsewhere with your family and friends, all of us at the DCL Podcast wish you the best as we sail through this Magical time of year!
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Jen and Brooke, from @jenlefforge and @BBBrooke on Instagram, two fun loving friends join us this week to discuss their experiences sailing on a DVC Member Cruise. DVC Members cruises are sailings like no other, featuring many extra’s for their Members and Family’s. Including many fun free gifts, special onboard lectures featuring actors/actresses and people behind producing some of Disney’s favorite films and tv specials, also imagineers who have helped create many of the in park experiences, and so much more. Jen and Brooke do an amazing job talking about all the special onboard experiences they had, along with memorable meals, and of course all the fun they had while on Castaway Cay. So pack your bags, don’t forget to bring along a pair of your favorite Minnie Ears, and get ready for a once in a lifetime DVC Member Sailing aboard the beautiful Disney Wish.
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Jos’ee joins us this week to discuss her Family’s first time sailing with Disney Cruise Line. They had an amazing time sailing around the Western Caribbean aboard the Disney Fantasy. We hear her thoughts about their Stateroom, onboard dining, kids club and adult activities, Pirate Night and the theatrical entertainment onboard, and we finish it off with all the fun they had in each of the amazing ports they stopped at. So if you’re ready for a High Seas Adventure, pack those sunglasses and bathing suits, and dont forget your parrot (you’re gonna need him on Pirate Night), we’re headed out around the Western Caribbean aboard the beautiful Disney Fantasy.
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Join Christy and Steve as we continue our DCL 101 series, a series of informative episodes to help you cruise smarter. In this episode we discuss the pro’s and con’s of staying near the airport, at Walt Disney World, and Port Canaveral itself before your next cruise. We also touch on transportation options from each of these areas. We hope this series helps you in planning your next cruise. Enjoy everyone.
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Lauren joins us this week to discuss her latest sailing, aboard the Disney Wonder, on the first ever Trans Pacific sailing for Disney Cruise Line. This sailing left from Honolulu, so we first touch on some of their experiences staying at Aulani prior to this cruise. Then it’s time to set sail for Australia, so we turn our focus to some of the unique experiences Disney had in store for them while onboard: a photographer from National Geographic touched on his experiences in Australia, DCL threw a fun party as they crossed the International Dateline, and more. Then Lauren gives her thoughts on the food and stateroom selection, before we turn to their 3 amazing Port Adventures, featuring stops in Pago Pago, Fiji, and New Caledonia. So if you’re ready for an adventure of a life time, grab your snorkeling gear, and don’t forget your sunscreen, the Southern Cross is leading the way, as we head out on DCL’s first ever Trans Pacific Cruise, aboard the Disney Wonder.
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Join Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake as we celebrate the 400th Episode of the DCL Podcast. We decided at 400, it was time to take a look back on how the podcast began, why each of us joined on to help produce it, some of our family’s favorite cruises, and much more. We want to thank our amazing Patreons who have supported this show each and every week, along with all of our listeners…without all of you, and the amazing support you’ve given us and our show, we couldn’t have reached this amazing milestone. So, from the bottom of our hearts, Thank You!
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Jennifer joins us again to discuss her family’s summer vacation, featuring a Rhine River Cruise, with Adventures by Disney. Jennifer and her family have cruised many times with DCL, and this was their second river cruise. She does a great job discussing what activities are available on the ship, dining options, stateroom set ups, how the Adventure Guides truly make your vacations memorable, and of course all the fun they experienced in the different city’s. Along the way, we do discuss some of the differences between an ABD River Cruise vacation, versus cruising with DCL. So if you’re looking for a more intimate way to see Europe with your spouse and family, Adventure’s by Disney’s River Cruises may just be the next Vacation for you.
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Steve and Wake are back from their quick 3 day Halloween on the High Seas sailing aboard the Disney Magic, from San Diego. Before the Sailing, they spent a day in Disneyland, so they touch on their thoughts on that day, along with the new DVC Disneyland tower. Then its a quick train ride to San Diego, and off on adventure aboard the Magic. They then turn their thoughts to all the fun they had onboard this quick 3 day sailing: Dinner at Palo, time in the Spa, wine tasting, relaxing watching football, battling it out in trivia, and also their fun Port Adventure to visit La Cava de Marcelo, where they have been making cheese for over 100 years. So if you’re ready for a West Coast Disney adventure, grab your bags and sunglasses…and dont forget your best costume, we’re headed out for a Halloween on the High Seas sailing aboard the beautiful Disney Magic.
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Lake and Christy discuss the recent DCL early 2025 itineraries.
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Chris joins us this week to discuss his latest sailing, this time aboard Royal Caribbeans Navigator of the Seas, out of Long Beach. Chris has sailed aboard all of the Disney ships, so its fun to get his thoughts about the differences and similarities between these two cruise lines. We hear all about his stateroom, dining options, and of course all the onboard fun he was able to experience on this West Coast sailing. So if you’re ready, lets set sail with Chris aboard one of Royal Caribbeans Iconic Ships, the Navigator of the Seas.
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Christy and her family just returned from a Halloween on the High Seas sailing aboard the Disney Wish. This was a 3 day sailing from Port Canaveral featuring stops in Nassau and Castaway Cay. She sat down a couple times during the cruise to talk about their experiences boarding the ship without a passport (ooops, left it at home?), then they turned to all the fun they had onboard, along with her sons thoughts, as they had fun on this 3 night cruise. So grab your costume and trick or treat bag, were headed out on the High Seas for a Halloween sailing aboard the Disney Wish.
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Author, Speaker, Trainer, Coach, Podcast Host, Jeff Kober joins us this week to discuss some memorable Disney moments, as the company turns 100 years today. Jeff’s latest book, A Century of Powerful Disney Insights, Volume 1, 1923 – 1973 The Walt and Roy Years, is a look back at some of the pivotal moments which helped build the Disney Company into what it is today. Jeff’s passion for Disney storytelling and management style, truly comes through in our discussion, and continues in the books he’s written. So if you’re ready for a fun look back on some of the poignant moments which has helped bring the Disney Company to their 100th Anniversary, then sit back and enjoy the story telling of this amazing author, Jeff Kober.
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With Light House Point in the news, and set to come online next Summer, we thought we’d take a look back on this episode focusing on a family’s experiences vacationing there. Enjoy this look back as we hear about the history, the people, and the beauty of this Island, which is set to host DCL’s Light House Point.
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Join us for our September Coffee at the Cove show, where we discuss a variety of Disney Cruise Line News and topics. Enjoy everyone.
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Ilana joins us this week to discuss her family’s first sailing with Disney Cruise Line, featuring a double dip stop at Castaway, aboard the Fantasy. Ilana is the fun loving Disney Lifestyle Creator, who runs the instagram channel Ilanafofana, where she chronicles her family’s love of all things Disney. We have a fun time hearing about her instagram channel and Disney Adventures, before turning to her family’s first sailing with Disney Cruise Line. We then cover her thoughts on the sailing from dining, all the onboard fun they had as a family, and of course their adventures on Castaway Cay. So if you’re ready for a fun loving first sailing with Disney Cruise Line, get those bags packed, grab your sunglasses, and dont forget your sense of Adventure! We’re headed out on the High Seas with Ilana and her amazing family, aboard the Disney Fantasy.
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Jon joins us this week to discuss his family’s cruise this summer aboard the Disney Dream, from Barcelona to Southampton. Since Jon and his family live in England, he’s been a valuable source of information and insight over the years, to help us and others plan our European Sailings. We kick off the show by talking about their time in Barcelona, before we turning to their experiences at some unique ports through Spain, Portugal, and France. Jon and his family planned all their port days outside of Disney Port Excursions, so we touch on this along with all the onboard fun they had as well. So if you’re ready to set sail through Europe, get those bags packed, dont forget your good walking shoes, and since of adventure, we’re setting sail to ports unknown aboard the Beautiful Disney Dream.
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Kalyn and Caela, from the fun Instagram Channel Must Have Magic, join us to discuss their Summer cruise to Europe,…
We’re dusting off our 101 series, and re-booting it as Disney Cruise Line gets ready to start sailing again. Amber joins Christy and Steve to cover what is included in your Disney Cruise Line fare. We take a look at food options, family and adult entertainment options, the kids clubs, pool deck fun, and activities and food on Castaway Cay. So dust off that DCL Cruise App, and that old Paper Navigator, its time to start thinking about cruising again with Disney Cruise Line.
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Disney Cruise Line released some of the new experiences, Disney Cruise Line guest will get encounter, when they set sail…
As Disney Cruise Line gets ready to reveal the Disney Treasure, join us for a rebroadcast, as we set sail…
Fall is just about upon us, and Disney Cruise Lines Halloween on the High Seas sailings kick off this Sept…
Wes from the DCL Dude Podcast and Chris from the Concierge Lounge join Steve this week for a fun all…
Jenni joins us this week to discuss her family’s first time sailing the Disney Magic to the Southern Caribbean. This…
Tamara and her family our first time Disney Cruise Line Cruisers, and they join us this week to discuss their…
Author Jim Korkis joins us to discuss the beginning history of Disney Cruise Line. The beginnings of the cruise line…
Join us for our July Cabana’s Show. We touch on a myriad of topics surrounding Disney Cruise Line, including our thoughts on the Rumored Haunted Mansion Bar on the Treasure, updates on protocols to sail out of Australia, increased fee’s to dine at Palo, Enchante, and Remy (yes, we still think its worth it), whats … Continue reading "381 July Cabana’s Show: Haunted Mansion Bar Rumors/Australia Sailing Protocols/and More!"
Amy, one of our first guests to come on our podcast, is finally back to talk about her family’s latest sailing aboard the Disney Wish. After a bout with motion sickness on land after her last cruise, it took several years for her to diagnose the problem, and come up with a solution for it … Continue reading "380 Return to Sailing with DCL aboard the Disney Wish"
Chris and Carrie, who produce the Adventures in Millerland Vlog, join us this week to discuss their latest sailing aboard the Disney Magic, out of New Orleans. We take time to talk about their experiences in New Orleans both before and after the cruise, then its time to set sail aboard the Magic to Cozumel, … Continue reading "379 Sailing out of New Orleans on the Disney Magic, with the Adventures in Millerland Family"
Steve and his family have just returned from a 7 day cruise around the Greek Isles aboard the Disney Dream. Before the cruise, they also spent time in Paris, Disneyland Paris, and Rome, so they touch on some of the things they experienced there first. Then it’s off to the Greek Isles aboard the Dream, … Continue reading "378 Sailing the Greek Isles aboard the Disney Dream"
Christy and her family just returned from a 7 day cruise to Alaska aboard the beautiful Disney Wonder. This was a round trip sailing out of Vancouver, featuring stops in Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan, with a glacier day up Tracy Arm. During their sailing, they sat down several times to discuss their experiences as they … Continue reading "377 Christy’s family cruise to Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder"
Disney Cruise Line recently released their Fall 2024 sailing schedule, and Christy, Nova, and Lake break it all down for you in this bonus episode. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast Via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show Via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with … Continue reading "376 Disney Cruise Lines 2024 Fall Release"
Kaitie and Lake just returned from a 7 day cruise to Alaska aboard the Norwegian Bliss. This was a round trip sailing out of Seattle featuring stops in Sitka, Juneau (with a sailing up Endicott Arm toward Dawes Glacier), Icy Straight Point, Ketchikan, and Victoria British Columbia. During their sailing they sat down several times … Continue reading "375 Kaitie and Lake’s Alaska Cruise on the Norwegian Bliss"
Tim and Amber join us this week to discuss their family’s experiences sailing to Bermuda for the first time, aboard the Disney Fantasy. Most DCL Bermuda cruises leave from New York, but this was a rare (and hopefully it will become standard) sailing to Bermuda out of Port Canaveral. This cruise featured an overnight stop … Continue reading "374 Sailing to Bermuda aboard the Disney Fantasy"
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Join us for our May Cabana’s Show. We touch on a myriad of topics surrounding Disney Cruise Line this month, including updates on the Disney + Bands, thoughts on the 25 Anniversary Castaway Club onboard gifts, a look at the new check in dates based on your Castaway Club Status, and we’ve got a great … Continue reading "371 May Cabana’s Show"
Steve joins us this week to discuss the sailing he and his wife took with out kids, aboard the Disney Dream this past October. There is a lot of fun to be had on DCL for adults, and he does a great job discussing all of the fun things they enjoyed together on this sailing. So with the kids in good hands at home, it’s time to set sail aboard the Disney Dream, for an adults only adventure to Cozumel and Castaway Cay.
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Steve and Ahnawake just returned from a 7 day cruise to Alaska aboard the Norwegian Bliss. This was a round trip cruise out of Seattle, featuring stops in Sitka, Juneau (with a sailing up Endicott Arm toward Dawes Glacier), Icy Straight Point, Ketchikan, and Victoria British Columbia. They sat down several times to discuss the ship, their stateroom, fun they had around the ship, and all of the things they were able to do while in port. So if you’re ready to head up to the great White North, pack your rain coat, water proof shoes, and don’t forget that swim suit (you never know what kind of weather you’ll experience), we’re setting sail to Alaska aboard the beautiful Norwegian Bliss.
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Alaska, with its amazing scenery, vibrant wild life, and once in a life time port adventures, has become the cruise many family’s remember most when they look back on their travels. As the Disney Wonder heads north this week to begin another season of sailing to Alaska, we wanted to take the time to help you and your family prepare for your cruise this Summer, or get you thinking about booking one of these amazing sailings in the future. We touch on what makes Alaska special (glaciers, wild life, and scenery), a little bit about the Wonder if you haven’t sailed her before, what to expect during your day sailing to the glaciers, and then highlights of each port stop, and what we have planned this year. So if you’re ready to head up to the the Great White North… pack your fleece, rain jackets, shorts, and don’t forget your sun tan lotion (yes really, don’t forget you’re sun tan lotion), we’re headed out to explore Alaska on the beautiful Disney Wonder.
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This week we answer a listener question, concerning strategies other larger numbered family’s use, when sailing with Disney Cruise Line. Not all family’s are made equal, and each of us have different strategies and needs to make the most of our vacations. Bryan joins us once again, to discuss how he and his family of 6 navigate their trips with Disney Cruise Line. We discuss thoughts on picking a stateroom, online check-in, how Port Adventures work, maximizing dining, and even credit card strategies to help you and your family make the most of your Disney Cruise Vacation.
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This is a re-broadcast of our Coffee at the Cove Live show, where Steve and Christy discuss Adventures by Disney 2024 Land Release.
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Stephan, who is an author and has covered media company’s for many different outlets, joins us to discuss his experiences with Disney, and his first sailing with Disney Cruise Line. We have a great time talking to him about how he has re-found the magic of youth through the Disney Parks, and now Disney Cruise Line. We then touch on his experiences on the ship, including dining, onboard entertainment, spending time on the pool deck, and the immersive theming that DCL has created on the Wonder. So if you’re ready to find the Magic you may have lost from your youth, then lets board the Disney Wonder and follow her to the “second star to the right and straight on ’til morning”!
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Dennis joins us this week to discuss his family’s Spring Break sailing aboard the Disney Wonder, from San Diego. This was the first time Dennis and his family had been to San Diego, so we have a fun time hearing his thoughts on all there is to do in this beautiful West Coast Port City. Then it’s off to sail on the Disney Wonder for four days, featuring stops at Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. Dennis fills us in on all the onboard excitement and food, and then we take a deep dive into what you can experience in these two ports. So if you’re ready? Grab your golf cart license, and clean that palate for some amazing wine tasting, we’re headed out to explore the Baja peninsula, aboard the beautiful Disney Wonder.
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Welcome to Episode 9 of the Run Disney Run Down, a collaboration podcast with MouseGen and the DCL Podcast. Lake, Stephen, Christy, and Steve are back to discuss their experiences during Run Disney’s Spring Time Surprise Weekend at Walt Disney World. We discuss the expo, where we stayed, eating options, transportation we used, and of course all the experiences we had before, during, and after the race. In addition to listening to the Run Disney Run Down on our Podcast feed, you can also watch it on MouseGen’s YouTube channel. Thanks for listening, and if you have any feedback on this episode, or future episodes, please contact us via the links below.
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Kelly joins us this week to discuss her family’s experiences sailing back to back on the Disney Wish, this past Holiday Season. We have a fun time hearing her thoughts on sailing concierge and aboard the Wish for the first time. We touch on her thoughts about the new dining venues, entertainment, kids experiences, favorite lounges and drinks, and of course all the fun they enjoyed on Castaway Cay. So grab your sunglasses, sun tan lotion, and don’t forget those stockings to hang in your stateroom for the big guy, we’re headed out to sail the Bahamas aboard DCL’s newest ship, the Disney Wish.
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Join us for our April Cabana’s Show. We touch on a Myriad of topics around Disney Cruise Line, and the Disney Company. In this episode we touch on the newly announced Disney+Bands coming to DCL, updates on the Global Dream, updates on the Light House Point Cruises, the Keel laying ceremony for the Disney Treasure (how cool does Voyage Minnie Look? Right!!!!), and much more.
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Christy and her family recently sailed on Royal Caribbeans Wonder of the Seas, over Spring Break. During the cruise, she and Dave sat down to discuss their thoughts on their stateroom, dining, onboard entertainment, kids clubs, and while off the ship in the different ports and at RCCL’s Private Island. So grab your swim suit, and dont forget your sunglasses and tanning lotion, we’re headed out to sea, aboard one of the largest cruise ships in the world, Royal Caribbeans Wonder of the Seas.
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Christy, Lake, and Kaitie breakdown Disney Cruise Lines Summer 2024 sailings, which were released March 23, 2023.
Erin Foster, Co-Auther of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line, joins us to discuss whats new in their 2023 edition. Erin has cruised on all of Disney’s ships, from the Caribbean, to Alaska, to Europe and beyond. In addition, she was a founding member of the Disney Parks Moms Panel (now known as planDisney), where she helped answer guests questions to help them make the most of their Disney Travels. Nova and Christy have a fun time talking to her about whats new in the 2023 edition, along with her thoughts on Disney’s newest ship the Wish. They also touch on what we may see on Disney’s next ship, the Treasure, along with some speculation on the Global Dream. We hop you enjoy this fun conversation with the amazing Erin Foster.
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Our good friend Joe Cheung, from the Disney Deciphered Podcast, joins us to discuss his family’s latest sailing aboard the Disney Dream. This was a four day sailing out of Miami, featuring stops at Nassau and Castaway Cay. Joe and his family first spent time at Walt Disney World. While there, they went on the Up Close with Rhino’s Tour at Disneys Animal Kingdom, and we hear all about what his family thought about this unique one of a kind tour. From WDW we’re off to Miami to set sail on the Disney Dream, where we discuss his family’s experiences with the kids clubs, dining, onboard entertainment (I mean, who wouldn’t want to play the Mid Ship Detective Agency game with Ariel?), spending time in a Cabana on Castaway, and his thoughts on sailing Concierge for the first time as well. So if you’re ready for a land and sea vacation, with a fun loving family who shuts down the dining room every evening onboard? Then grab your sunglasses and fitbit, and lets be honest, leave the book..you’re never gonna get a chance to open it…because we’re headed out to sea with the Cheung family aboard the beautiful Disney Dream.
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Join us for a Rebroadcast of our March Cabana’s Live Show. We touch on a myriad of topics around Disney Cruise Line, including: An update on the Treasure construction, thoughts on the merchandise released for Disney’s 25th anniversary at Sea, update on the new Castaway Club Pearl Status, and much more.
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Lindsay joins us this week to discuss her latest cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy with her year old daughter. This was actually the third cruise her daughter has been on, including a sailing to Alaska aboard the Wonder, and the Caribbean aboard the Dream. Lindsay does an amazing job talking about all the tips and tricks which have helped her family while cruising, and also shows why Disney Cruise Line is the perfect line to cruise with young children. She touches on tips for the stateroom, dining, spending time in the Small World Nursery, and even tips on how to make the most of Jack Jacks Diaper dash. But sailing with DCL is not all about the kids, Lindsay also touches on all the fun she an her husband had while onboard, including the amazing desert experience you can book at Remy. So are you ready to get away from the daily home routine, and hit the high seas with your young kids? If so, pack your bags and don”t forget your sense of humor, we’re headed out to explore the world aboard the beautiful Disney Fantasy, with a fun loving family.
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Our friends, Kaitie and Lake from MouseGen, are back with us to discuss their latest cruise on the Disney Wish, featuring Run Disney’s Castaway Cay 5K challenge. Fresh off Marathon weekend at Walt Disney World, they jumped on the Disney Wish for a four night sailing featuring stops in Nassau, and Castaway Cay. This was their second sailing on the Wish, so it was fun to get their perspective on things they hadn’t experienced the first time (like lots of relaxing time spent in the Rain Forest Room of the Spa), along with their second impressions on the rooms, dining, onboard entertainment, and thoughts on some of their favorite lounges. Since this cruise also featured Run Disney’s Castaway Cay 5K Challenge (part of Marathon Weekend at WDW), they also cover what was offered onboard before the race, along with all the race day fun and excitement. So grab your running gear, your sunglasses, and your swim suit (hey, you gotta relax a bit as well!), we’re headed out to sea on the beautiful Disney Wish, with our amazing friends Kaitie and Lake from MouseGen.
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Welcome to Episode 8 of the Run Disney Run Down, a collaboration podcast with MouseGen and the DCL Podcast. Lake, Stephen, and Steve are back to get you ready for Run Disney’s upcoming Princess Marathon Weekend. We discuss picking up your race bib, what you’ll find at the Expo, where we are planning on staying during the race weekend, and we touch on and give our thoughts on each of the race courses this weekend. In addition to listening to the Run Disney Run Down on our podcast feed, you can also watch it on MouseGen’s YouTube channel. Thanks for listening, and if you have any feedback on this episode, questions about Run Disney, or future episodes, please contact us via the links below.
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Becky Gandillon from Touring Plans, joins us this week to discuss her family’s latest sailing on the Disney Dream, featuring a Marvel Day at Sea. Becky does an amazing job at Touring Plans, breaking down data, so you and your family can maximize your time and experiences in the Disney Parks, and aboard Disney Cruise Line. We first hear all about the fun and excitement of their Marvel Day at Sea aboard the Dream. She then shares some of her favorite tips on how to make the most of the kids clubs, dining experiences, port adventures, and meeting characters during specialty sailings, like Marvel Day at Sea. So if you’re ready, it’s time to maximize your fun and experiences with Touring Plans Becky Gandillon, as we set sail aboard the beautiful Disney Dream.
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Coby joins us again to talk about his recent cruise on the Disney Dream, with just his wife Tiffany. We all love our kids, but sometimes it’s amazing to spend some adult time on vacation, with just your significant other, and this cruise hit that mark perfectly for Coby and Tiffany. We have a fun time talking about the dining, shows, entertainment in the evenings, pool time, and of course all the fun lounging and snorkeling on Castaway Cay. So make sure those bags are packed, because the grand parents have arrived to spend time with your kids, and it’s time for just you and your significant other to set sail aboard the beautiful Disney Dream.
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Bryan joins us this week to discuss the Port Adventures he and his family experienced around the Western Caribbean, while sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. This was his family’s first time sailing aboard the Fantasy, so we first get his thoughts on this amazing ship. We then turn to the Port Adventures they booked in Cozumel, Grand Cayman, and Jamaica. Bryan does a great job describing how they decide as a family on what they’d like to experience, then we cover all of the fun they had as they stopped at these 3 ports. So grab your back pack, your suntan lotion, and don’t forget your fins and flippers, were setting sail for the Western Caribbean aboard the beautiful Disney Fantasy.
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We take a brief departure from Disney Cruise Line, and turn our focus this Episode to learn more about the Disney Institute. Jessica joins us this week to discuss her experiences at the Disney Institute in Walt Disney World, where leaders from Disney helped her and her classmates build on their knowledge skills to make them more effective leaders when they returned to company’s. Jessica does an excellent job talking about all that was included in her leadership course, along with some of the things they were able to experience, without giving away too many of the spoilers, for those looking to attend this training in the future. Thanks to all our listeners out there, and we hope this episode sheds some light into one of the most interesting training offerings the Disney company offers. Enjoy everyone!
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Kevin and Jenica join us this week to discuss their family’s experiences sailing on the Disney Wish for the first time. Their family has cruised all over the world with DCL, and we start off by hearing their experiences on the Disney Magic this past summer in Greece. We then turn to the Wish, where they sailed concierge, to hear their thoughts on the concierge lounge, their stateroom, the new dining experiences, all the fun they had while onboard the Wish, and of course how they spent their glorious day on Castaway Cay. If you’re ready, grab your sunglasses, running shoes, and don’t forget your sunscreen, we’re headed out on adventure with a fun loving Disney Cruise Line family aboard the Disney Wish.
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Welcome to Episode 7 of the Run Disney Run Down, a collaboration with Lake and Kaitie from MouseGen, and the DCL Podcast. Lake, Kaitie, and Steve look back on all of the excitement and fun they experienced during this years Marathon Weekend. We cover our thoughts of the Expo, where we stayed, the pre and post race activities, and of course all the fun we had on each of the different race courses. In addition to listening to the Run Disney Run Down podcast on our feed, you can also watch it on MouseGen’s YouTube channel. Thanks for listening, and if you have any feedback on this episode, questions about Run Disney, or future episodes, please contact us via the links below.
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Lauren joins us again this week to discuss her and her husbands latest cruise to Northern Europe this past Summer. They kicked off their European vacation by first spending 3 days at Disneyland Paris, then they left on their 11 night Northern European cruise aboard the Disney Magic, featuring stops all around the Baltic and Scandinavia. After their cruise, they spent two days exploring Copenhagen, featuring a wonderful day and evening at Tivoli Garden, the park that helped in Walt Disney dream up what Disneyland could be. So if you’re ready for a Summer vacation of a life time, get those bags packed, grab your passport, and lets go….we’re headed out to see Europe on a fun land and sea adventure, featuring 11 glorious days aboard the Disney Magic.
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Chris from California joins us this week to discuss his family’s latest sailing on the Disney Wish, in a Royal Suite. This was a Very Merrytime Sailing over Thanksgiving, featuring stops in Nassau and Castaway Cay. Chris and his family have sailed Concierge aboard all of the DCL ships, so he does a good job comparing the Royal Suite and Concierge experience on the Wish, with the rest of the fleet. We also touch on some of the fun things they did while onboard, his views on the main dining restaurants, and of course all the fun they had on Castaway Cay. So pack your sun glasses, swim suit, and don’t forget to save room for Pumpkin Pie, we’re setting sail for the Bahama’s over Thanksgiving aboard the Disney Wish.
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We’re kicking off the 2023 season with a fun DCL 101 episode looking at all the fun you can have while stopping in Nassau and Ensenada. These two ports are often over looked by many who stay on board the ships (which if its a short cruise we totally get). However, there are a lot of fun experiences for you and your family, and we cover some of our favorites, if you decide to seek them out. If you have some fun things you’ve done in either of these ports, please comment on them on either our Facebook or Instagram post for this episode.
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Frank joins us this week to discuss his latest sailing to the Galapagos, with Adventures by Disney. Frank and his wife Karen have sailed with DCL numerous times, so he does a great job comparing this trip, too a DCL sailing. We touch on their stateroom, dining options, entertainment, kids activities, but the main focus is on the amazing things they were able to see and do in the Galapagos. So pack your hiking boots, snorkel gear, and don’t forget your camera, we’re setting sail for the Galapagos with Adventures by Disney.
Steve and his family just returned from a 7 day cruise out of Port Canaveral, aboard the Disney Fantasy. This was a Western Caribbean Very Merrytime sailing, featuring stops at Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, and Castaway Cay. They sat down several times during this cruise to discuss their stateroom, amazing dining team, all of the fun Holiday events they experienced, along with scuba diving in Cozumel and snorkeling in Grand Cayman. So grab your mask and fins, your holiday cheer, and don’t forget the stockings to be hung in your stateroom, we’re headed out on a Very Merrytime sailing aboard the beautiful Disney Fantasy.
Christy and her family just returned from a 7 night Western Caribbean sailing, aboard the Disney Fantasy. This Very Merrytime sailing featured stops in Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, and Disney’s Castaway Cay. While onboard, she and her husband Dave sat down to reflect on this cruise, and also to compare it to the Celebrity Cruise they took earlier in the year. So pack those stockings, your tree, and don’t forget your Christmas Spirit, we’re headed out to celebrate the Holidays on the Beautiful Disney Fantasy.
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Join us in a rebroadcast of our live Cove Cafe episode, where Steve and Christy break down Disney Cruise Lines Spring 2024 Itinerary Release. Bookings begin Dec 12 at 8:00 AM Eastern, for Platinum Castaway Club members. Best of luck to everyone looking to book one of these fun sailings.
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Join us for our December Cabana’s show, where we discuss a variety of topics. Today we cover DCL’s announcement of their 2023 sailings to celebrate their Silver Anniversary. DCL first started sailing in 1998, and this Summer they’re setting up special experiences on all 5 ships to celebrate. We cover what they’ve announced so far, along with their creation of a new Castaway Club Tier for those who have sailed 25 times or more, the new Pearl Tier. We also touch briefly on the Global Dream, now that Bob Iger has returned as CEO, and we finish up with Chris’s thoughts on Fantasmic and Worlds of Color at Disneyland and California Adventure. We want to wish you and your family’s all the best, as we sail into this Holiday Season, and thanks for continuing to listen and support our podcast.
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Good friend of our show, Zach from Georgia, is back this week to discuss his family’s Western Caribbean Sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. This is a sailing which he and his family have done several times, so he’s a wealth of information, especially if you want to spend a beach day in Cozumel, Mexico. We have a fun time talking about what it’s like traveling with their son, who is 1 1/2, all the fun they had onboard, including shows, dining, spending time on the pool deck, and of course their beautiful day at Castaway Cay. So grab your sunglasses, snorkel gear, and don’t forget your sunscreen, we’re sailing around the Western Caribbean aboard the beautiful Disney Fantasy.
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On Nov 16, 2022, Disney Cruise Line announced they would purchase the Global Dream, a ship that was 85 % complete, when its parent company went bankrupt. Chad, who follows all the ship builds over in Germany, joins me to discuss what we know about this purchase so far. We discuss the parent company Genting … Continue reading "333 Disney Cruise Line buys the Global Dream?"
Jennifer joins us this week to discuss her family’s trip to the Universal Resort in Orlando this last Spring. Jennifer and her family are long time Disney Cruise Line fans, and decided to spend time at Universal resort this past Spring, while visiting family in Florida. We have a fun time discussing with her all … Continue reading "332 Experiences beyond WDW before your cruise, Spending time at Universal with young children"
Ryan, a long time Disney Parks Fan, joins us this week to discuss his family’s first sailing with Disney Cruise Line. Unbeknownst to him, his amazing wife pivoted, and booked a 5 night cruise aboard the Disney Dream, when their Disneyland plans changed. We have a fun time getting his thoughts on their stateroom, dining, … Continue reading "331 A long time Disney Parks Fan, sets sail on DCL for the First Time"
The Holiday Season is upon us, and DCL is ready to set sail with their Very Merrytime sailings, on all five ships. In this fun minisode, we get you and your family set for all the fun you “may” experience onboard. We cover everything DCL has announced this year, along with some of the fun … Continue reading "330 Setting sail on a Very Merrytime Cruise this Holiday Season"
Christy is back from her first ever sailing aboard Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady. This was a four night sailing featuring stops in Key West, and their private resort on Bimini. Virgin Voyages falls under the Premium Cruise Lines, and only allows guests 18 and older to sail. They have definitely gone out of their way … Continue reading "329 Christy’s sailing aboard Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady"
Steve and his family just returned from a 3 day sailing aboard the Disney Wonder out of San Diego. This was a 3 night sailing with a stop at Ensenada, Mexico, and it also was a Halloween on the High Seas sailing. While onboard, they sat down to record their thoughts about the ship, stateroom, … Continue reading "328 Snippets of a Cruise: Halloween on the High Seas sailing aboard the Disney Wonder"
Chad joins us this week to discuss his family’s impressions of the Disney Wish, as they sailed on her for the first time. This was a 3 night Halloween on the High Seas sailing featuring stops at Nassau and Castaway Cay. We have a fun time hearing his thoughts about the new ships dining, entertainment, … Continue reading "327 A Halloween on the High Seas sailing aboard the Disney Wish"
Liz joins us this week to discuss here family’s first sailing aboard the Disney Wish. This was a four night Halloween on the High Seas sailing to Nassau and Castaway Cay. We have a fun time catching up with her, and hearing her thoughts on the new cabins, restaurants, entertainment (where we touch on some … Continue reading "326 Halloween on the High Seas aboard the Disney Wish"
Jennifer and her daughter Violet join us this week to discuss their family’s amazing European Adventure this past Summer. They started the trip off with a quick 3 day Adventures by Disney Short Escape in Barcelona, then they boarded the Disney Magic for a seven day sailing through the Mediterranean to Rome. Upon reaching Rome, … Continue reading "325 A European Adventure, Sailing the Magic in the Med, in between Barcelona and Italy ABD Adventures"
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Dennis joins us this week to discuss his family’s latest cruise with Disney Cruise Line, aboard the Disney Wonder to Alaska. This is the second time he and his family have headed north aboard the Wonder, and it this cruise didn’t disappoint. We talk to him about spending time in Vancouver before the cruise, and … Continue reading "322 Sailing to Alaska for the second time on the Disney Wonder"
Marcus Monroe, the talented and funny Disney Cruise Line guest performer, joins us this episode to catch up on everything he’s been up to0 since we last talked to him. Marcus has been back onboard the Magic, and recently on the Disney Wonder in Alaska, where he has been entertaining audiences with his upbeat juggling … Continue reading "321 Catching up with DCL guest performer Marcus Monroe"
Vanessa and Andrew join us this week to discuss what Disney Cruise Line offers for guests with Accessibility needs. Andrew uses a wheel chair to get around, so we touch on all aspects of how it works to travel with Disney Cruise Line, along with some of their challenges. We touch on the Special Services … Continue reading "320 Accessibility on Disney Cruise Line"
This is a rebroadcast of our live Cabana’s show, covering Christy’s thoughts after Hurricane Ian recently passed over the Orlando area. We update on how all our regular contributors who live in the state of Florida are, and also touch on changes to the Disney Wish and Fantasy’s sailing Itineraries. Thanks as always for joining … Continue reading "319 Live Cabana’s Rebroadcast: When a Hurricane Hits"
Mytala joins us to discuss her latest sailing with Disney Cruise Line aboard the Disney Dream with her best friend and cousin. This was her first sailing since the ships started sailing again, so it was fun to hear her thoughts as she got back on a Disney ship, with her best friend and cousin. … Continue reading "318 A Disney Dream sailing with your best friend and cousin"
Christy and her friend Rachel recently sailed aboard the Disney Wish, and both booked rooms in Concierge. They join us this episode to give their thoughts on the new concierge rooms, lounge, outdoor sundeck, and amenities available to you and your family when you sail Concierge aboard the Wish. They compare and contrast the Wish … Continue reading "317 Some thoughts about sailing Concierge aboard the Disney Wish"
Christy and her family were back onboard the Disney Wish, for a 3 night sailing over Labor Day Weekend. She sits down with good friends of our show Mark and Diane in the beautiful Bayou Lounge to get their thoughts about the Wish and cruising with Disney. Then she and Dave give a fun wrap … Continue reading "316 Snippets of a Cruise: 3 night sailing on the Disney Wish in Concierge"
Join us for our September Cabana’s show, where we discuss a variety of topics. In this episode we discuss the Disney + subscriber cruise discount now available on select sailings. We touch briefly on some thoughts Christy has from her latest cruise on the Wish, we update you on what we know about Castaway Cay … Continue reading "315 Cabana’s September Cabana’s Show: Disney + Cruise Discount, Christy’s latest sailing on the Wish, The Wonder heads to Australia"
Join us for a rebroadcast of our Live Cabana’s show which aired on Facebook and YouTube. We cover updates around booking dates and itineraries which will soon be available to book on the Disney Wonder, as she get set to sail to Australia and New Zealand in 2023. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com … Continue reading "314 Live Cabana’s Rebroadcast: Update on the Disney Wonder sailings to Australia and New Zealand"
This is a rebroadcast of our live Cabana’s show, covering news and announcements made at the Disney Parks Panel, during the D23 Expo. The big announcement for DCL Fans, is the name and theming of their 6th ship, the Disney Treasure. The Disney Treasure will themed all around Adventure, and features, Aladdin and Jasmine riding … Continue reading "313 Cabana’s Live Rebroadcast: D23 Announces DCL’s newest ship, the Disney Treasure"
Fall is just about upon us, and Disney Cruise Lines Halloween on the High Seas sailings kick off this September 11, aboard the Disney Magic. So join us in this minisode as Chris and Steve discuss all the spooktacular fun you and your family will enjoy, as you set sail with DCL this Fall. We … Continue reading "312 Halloween on the High Seas, Minisode"
Melissa joins us this week to discuss her and her son’s Andrews cruise from the Hawaiian Islands, back to Vancouver. This was Melissa’s first sailing back onboard the Wonder after a few years, so they were excited to get back on and experience some of the changes on the ship. We discuss her thoughts on … Continue reading "311 Sailing from Hawaii to Vancouver on the Disney Wonder"
Debra joins us this week to discuss her thoughts and experiences after sailing aboard the Galactic Starcruiser, the Halcyon, for the first time. Beware, we do touch on some SPOILERS. She does a great job talking about developing her own character for the sailing, what Disney sends you before your voyage to prepare you, and … Continue reading "310 Sailing aboard the Galactic Star Cruiser, the Halcyon"
Megan joins us this week to discuss two of her family’s cruises which they took earlier this year aboard Disney Cruise Line. The first was a Marvel Day at Sea aboard the Disney Magic out of Miami, and the second was a quick two day cruise aboard the Disney Wonder out of San Diego.
Join us for our August Cabana’s show, where we discuss a variety of topics. In this episode we touch on how to save money when you book your next Disney Cruise, update some of our thoughts regarding the Staterooms on the Disney Wish, and Chris finishes the show covering changes which were made to the … Continue reading "308 August Live Cabana’s Show: Save money on your next DCL booking, more thoughts on the Disney Wish Rooms, and the Magic Key Program returns to Disneyland"
Bryan joins us this week to discuss his family’s latest sailing aboard the Disney Dream out of Port Canaveral this past Spring. This was his family’s first time sailing aboard a Dream Class ship, so we have a fun time hearing his thoughts in regards to the differences between them and the Classic ships. We … Continue reading "307 Sailing aboard the Disney Dream out of Port Canaveral"
Doug joins us this week to discuss his family’s experiences sailing with Disney Cruise Line, and also the latest cruise he and his wife took aboard the Disney Wonder (a repositioning cruise between San Diego and Vancouver, British Columbia). We start off discussing why his kids, as teens, still enjoy sailing on DCL. Then we … Continue reading "306 Sailing on the Disney Wonder from San Diego to Vancouver"
Alex and Anthony join us this week to discuss their second sailing aboard the Disney Wonder, this time to Alaska. These two Disney Cruise Line fans were engaged aboard the Disney Wonder the first time they sailed on her, so they wanted to get back onboard as soon as they could. We hear all about … Continue reading "305 Sailing to Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder, and testing positive for Covid"
Alex joins me on this minisode to discuss his thoughts about the new Edge Club aboard the Disney Wish (there is an Edge Club on every Disney Ship). We cover his over all thoughts on the Disney Wish, and then turn our focus to the Edge, the club for kids ages 11-14. Alex discusses why … Continue reading "304 Minisode: Spending time in the Edge Club, aboard the Disney Wish"
Our four family’s are back from sailing aboard the beautiful Disney Wish, on a four night sailing out of Port Canaveral. The Disney Wish is a beautiful new ship, and definitely has many new changes to its design, flow of people, and experiences, then the previous four. We do our best to give your our … Continue reading "303 Sailing aboard Disney Cruise Lines newest ship, The Disney Wish"
Steve, Christy, and Chris and their family’s just got off a 4 night sailing aboard DCL’s newest ship, the Disney Wish. While onboard, they sat down several times to record their thoughts after experiencing all the new shows, restaurants, lounges, theater spaces, the gym and spa, and of course the adult areas around the pool … Continue reading "302 Snippets of a Cruise: Sailing aboard the Disney Wish’s first 4 Night Bahamian Sailing"
Calling all you Parrot Heads out there. Jimmy Buffets Margaritaville brand continues to grow as it adds resorts and hotels around the world, and now they’ve even launched their own cruise line. Dani, a travel writer from Orlando Date Nite and Orlando Parenting, was lucky to sail on a media preview cruise, and joins us … Continue reading "301 Setting sail on Florida’s newest cruise line: Margaritaville at Sea"
Join us for our July Cabana’s show, where we discuss a variety of topics. Today we discuss Disney Cruise Lines latest itinerary release for the Fall of 2023, where we see the Disney Magic sailing to the West Coast for the first time, the Disney Dream will sail out of New York and Fort Lauderdale, … Continue reading "300 July Cabana’s Episode: DCL’s Fall 2023 Release, Answering your Disney Wish Questions"
Good friend of our show, Chris from California, joins us this episode to discuss his family’s European vacation. This Magical vacation featured stops at Disneyland Paris, a short ABD escape to Rome, and finished with a 9 night sailing through the Greek Isles aboard the Disney Magic. We cover all aspects of this vacation, from … Continue reading "299 A Magical Sailing to Greece, along with a Rome ABD Short Escape"
Christy and Chris just got off a 3 day preview sailing, aboard DCL’s newest ship, the Disney Wish. While onboard, they sat down several times to record their thoughts, after experiencing all the new shows, restaurants, lounges, and theater spaces. They also give their thoughts on the new staterooms, and the ship in general. And … Continue reading "298 Snippets of a Cruise: Chris and Christy’s 3 day cruise aboard the Disney Wish"
Chris and Christy just returned from a 3 night sailing aboard Disney Cruise Lines newest ship, the Disney Wish. This is a rebroadcast of the live talk we did with them on our Patreon Facebook page, and lets just say, DCL’s newest ship didn’t disappoint. The first part of the talk is Spoiler free, and … Continue reading "297 Coffee at the Cove Live: Chris and Christy’s thoughts after sailing aboard the Disney Wish"
Steve and Christy recount some of their experiences and adventures as their family’s sailed aboard the Disney Magic through the Greek Isles. This was a port intensive trip, so most of the show is dedicated to talking about what they had planned and how it went in each of the six ports they visited. We … Continue reading "296 Experiences sailing through the Greek Isles aboard the Disney Magic"
Wake joins me on this minisode to discuss some of the strategies we use when booking our International Airfare, for our European cruises. We discuss the differences between booking airfare with points or cash. We also highlight a couple of App’s we use to track city pairs which we may fly too, and the going … Continue reading "295 Minisode: Strategies we use to book our International Airfare"
Chad joins Steve this week to discuss all aspects of playing Trivia aboard the Disney Ships. We then finish it off with a game of Disney Cruise Line Trivia, featuring questions from our latest cruise aboard the Disney Magic. So grab your answer sheet and your favorite provided pencil…oh, and don’t forget to get their … Continue reading "294 DCL 101: Playing Disney Cruise Line Trivia at O’Gills Pub aboard the Magic"
Steve, Ahnawake, and the kids just got back from sailing aboard the Disney Magic out of Civitavecchia, on a 9 night cruise through the Greek Isles. Joining them on this cruise was Christy and her family, along with good friend of the show, Anthony from the Magical Wanderlust Adventures podcast. We hope you enjoy this … Continue reading "293 Snippets of a Cruise, a 9 night sailing through the Greek Isles aboard the Disney Magic"
This is a rebroadcast from our live Coffee at the Cove episode where we discuss our thoughts about the christening ceremony of DCL’s latest ship, the Disney Wish. The Disney Wish is sure to be an amazing ship, and we look forward to hearing everyones thoughts after sailing aboard her this Summer and beyond. Connect … Continue reading "292 Coffee at the Cove Rebroadcast: Our thoughts on the Disney Wish christening"
Derry and her family set sail aboard Disney Cruise Line for the first time, and she joins us to discuss all the fun they had onboard. They sailed on the Disney Magic, out of Miami, with stops at Cozumel and Castaway Cay. We have a fun time discussing all of their adventures onboard, dining experiences, … Continue reading "291 A family’s first time sailing with Disney Cruise Line, on the Disney Magic"
Join us for a quick episode as we recap how we solved Wake’s last minute passport problem, just in time before we travel to Europe. Then we discuss what each of our family’s has planned during our port stops on this 9 night cruise through the Greek Isles. Enjoy everyone. Connect with Steve, Christy, and … Continue reading "290 Solving a passport issue, and what Christy and Steve have planned for Greece"
Bryan joins Chris and Christy to cover one of our most requested episodes, that we have never done, everything you wanted to know about Fish Extenders. They cover the history behind Fish Extenders, what they are, how you can connect with a group to participate in the fun on your next cruise, favorite gifts they’ve … Continue reading "289 DCL 101: Fish Extenders"
Christy and Anthony, from the Magical Wanderlust Podcast, recently sailed together on the Disney Magic out of Miami. It’s a fun look back with both of them as they sailed without their family’s, as we get their takes on dining, onboard entertainment, spending time in the spa, and finally spending an amazing day on Castaway … Continue reading "288 Christy and Anthony from “The Magical Wanderlust Podcast” talk about their recent cruise on the Magic"
Join us for our May Cabana’s show, where we discuss a variety of topics. Today we touch on the recently announced Covid Testing changes, new experiences coming to this Falls Halloween on the High Seas sailings, the Wonder is back in Alaska, newly announced Disney Wish Merch, and Christy and Chris will be sailing on … Continue reading "287 May’s Cabana’s Episode: Covid Testing Changes, New Halloween on the High Seas Experiences, Wish Merch., and More"
Lauren joins us this week to discuss her and her husband Jasons latest sailing aboard the Disney Wonder to Hawaii. Friends of the show will remember that Lauren and Jason are fans of longer sailings, so this one was right up their alley. We have a fun time discussing spending time in Vancouver before their … Continue reading "286 Sailing to Hawaii aboard the Disney Wonder"
Wake joins me this week to discuss her quick all girls getaway to Aulani. We get a good update on the check in process, dining, and how things are working around the resort now that many of the Covid restrictions have been dropped. Although most of their time was spent at the resort, they did … Continue reading "285 Minisode: A quick trip to Aulani"
With a little over two months before the Inaugural sailing of the Disney Wish, we thought it would be fun to talk about what we’re excited about…and what we were taking a wait and see approach, with what DCL has announced. And who better to help us, then Joe and Andee, our two theater and … Continue reading "284 Time to get excited about the Disney Wish!"
This week we’re joined by Janelle, a huge Disney Fan, whose family recently sailed on the Disney Magic over Spring Break. We have a fun time talking with her about what makes a Disney Cruise the perfect vacation for her and her family. Along the way she gives up a lot of tips and tricks … Continue reading "283 Talking DCL with Janelle, a huge Disney Fan"
This week were joined by Amanda Bauner, the amazing host of The Disney Travel for All Podcast. Amanda sailed solo on her first Disney Cruise aboard the Fantasy. Since then she has sailed solo, and in groups, and has built an amazing podcast community to help others travel to the Disney Parks and aboard the … Continue reading "282 Sailing Solo aboard DCL with Amanda Bauner from the Disney Travel for All Podcast"
Good friend of the show, Chris from Tampa, joins us this week to discuss his Family’s experiences getting back onboard a Disney Cruise Line sailing, after the shutdown. This time they sailed on the Disney Fantasy, featuring a Very Merrytime sailing out of Port Canaveral. We have a fun time talking about what it was … Continue reading "281 A Very Merrytime Sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy"
These are some of my favorite trip reports, getting to hear Chris’ thoughts and takes after his latest adventure. This time, he and Seth head to Walt Disney World for Spring Break with their new Foster kiddo. So join us for a fun look back on staying at Coronado Springs, visiting the parks, sampling the … Continue reading "280 Chris’ Spring Break trip to Walt Disney World"
This is a rebroadcast from our live Coffee at the Cove episode where we cover Disney Cruise Lines 2023 Summer release. We cover when to book, where all the Disney Ships are sailing, and of course our thoughts on the upcoming itineraries. Best of luck to everyone booking that vacation which you and your family … Continue reading "279 Coffee at the Cove Rebroadcast: DCL’s 2023 Summer Release"
Sarah, from Gluten Free Dairy Free WDW, joins us again this week to discuss some of the differences you’ll experience when sailing on one of Disney Cruise Lines Classic Ships vs. the larger Dream Class Ships. Some fact, and of course some opinion on our part, we talk about dining, cabins, entertainment offerings, over all … Continue reading "278 DCL’s Classic vs. Dream Class Ships"
We’re joined this week by Lake and Kaitie from MouseGen, and Stephen from our podcast, for a fun roundtable discussion focusing on their recent cruise experiences. As DCL begins to increase capacity onboard, and do away with most of the social distancing rules, we thought it was a good time to get their perspectives on … Continue reading "277 A Roundtable Trip Report Discussion, featuring sailings aboard the Magic and Dream"
Welcome to Episode 6 of the Run Disney Run Down Podcast. Join us as we look back at our experiences during the first ever Springtime Surprise Weekend. This weekend brought back a fan favorite night time 5k race, this time through Animal Kingdom. It also featured a new distance, the Tower of Terror 10 mile … Continue reading "006 Run Disney Run Down: Springtime Surprise Weekend Recap"
Erin Foster joins us this week to discuss the latest publication of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line. She also just recently got off a sailing aboard the Disney Dream, so she does a good job talking about her experiences, along with new recommendations which they outline in the new edition. We also touch … Continue reading "276 A Fun Conversation with Erin Foster, Co-Author of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line"
Chad joins us this week to discuss his family’s Spring Break trip to San Diego, where they sailed on a 5 night cruise to Mexico. Then after debarking, they jumped on a train to Anaheim, where they spent 3 days visiting the Disneyland Resort for the first time. We have a fun time catching up … Continue reading "275 Sailing on the Disney Wonder, then visiting Disneyland over Spring Break"
Steve, Ahnawake, and the kids just got back from sailing aboard the Disney Wonder out of San Diego, over Spring Break. Joining them on this cruise, were two good friends of our show, Chad and Lynn. We hope you enjoy this show, as we look back at some of our thoughts and experiences, as we … Continue reading "274 Snippets of a Cruise, Spring Break aboard the Disney Wonder"
Join us for our April Cabana’s show, where we discuss a variety of topics. Today we touch on current DCL Covid protocols, and how they work and feel when sailing with Disney. We’re also excited to talk about the 2022 release of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line, it’s good to see that back. … Continue reading "273 April Cabana’s Show: Current DCL Covid Protocols, is sailing with DCL a Premium experience right now, and more."
Adam joins us this week to discuss his family’s latest sailing onboard the Disney Fantasy, which featured a Star Wars Day at Sea. This was his family’s first sailing since the Covid shut down, so needless to say, they were excited to get back onboard. We have a fun time discussing all the ins and … Continue reading "272 Star Wars Day at Sea aboard the Disney Fantasy"
Christy just got off the Disney Dream, where she traveled with a friend and her family. Her friends kids were ages 4 and 21, so she decided to sit down with Christopher, who is 21, to talk to him about what it’s like to travel aboard DCL at that age. As you’ll see, there is … Continue reading "271 Snippet of a Cruise: Finding fun aboard DCL when you’re 21"
Welcome back to our DCL 101 Miniesodes. In this episode, Christy and I discuss all aspects of dining in Cabana’s. We talk about whats offered, when it’s open, strategies for when to visit and how to make the most out of your breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We finish up by taking a look at the … Continue reading "270 DCL 101: Cabana’s and quick service options aboard the DCL Ships"
We’re joined this week by good friends, and frequent DCL cruisers, Rachel and Nathan. They recently cruised this past Christmas time aboard the Disney Dream, with their 3 amazing kids. We have a great time discussing their plans before sailing, how they make use of their cabin with all 5 of them in it, dining … Continue reading "269 Sailing with Small Children aboard the Disney Dream"
Join us for our March Cabana’s show, where we discuss a variety of topics. Today we touch on the Disney Wonders return to the West Coast, and this time she’s staying much longer than normal. We then dive into some of the latest experiences which will debut on the Disney Wish this Summer, and finish … Continue reading "268 March Cabana’s Show: The Disney Wonder heads West, new offerings on the Wish, and thoughts on Palo"
Bryan joins us this week to discuss his Family’s trip to Costa Rica, this past Summer. He does an outstanding job talking about the pre trip planning, how they got their, where they stayed, some of their favorite meals while they were down there, and of course, we touch on all the fun they had … Continue reading "267 A Family trip to Costa Rica"
I’m joined this week by my partners in crime, Chris from California and Ed from New York, from our recent sailing on the Disney Wonder out of New Orleans. Although we hadn’t planned it ahead of time, we all ended up on this Valentines Day sailing aboard the Wonder. We have a fun time looking … Continue reading "266 Sailing with Friends aboard the Disney Wonder from New Orleans"
Welcome to Episode 5 of the Run Disney Run Down Podcast. Join us for a fun discussion of all the events planned for Princess Half Marathon Weekend. We get you caught up on the expo, race day events, the race courses themselves, and of course what our plans are for this fun filled weekend. Thanks … Continue reading "005 Getting Ready for Princess Half Marathon Weekend"
Steve and Ahnawake just got off from a sailing aboard the Disney Wonder, this past week, out of New Orleans. While onboard, we took some time to talk about our experiences. We were also joined on this sailing by good friend of the show, Ed from New York. I hope you enjoy this quick show, … Continue reading "265 Snippets of a cruise, aboard the Disney Wonder"
We’re joined this week by Gloria from Puerto Rico, who’s vow renewal ceremony was featured on Season 2, Episode 7 of the Disney Fairy Tales wedding show, seen on Disney Plus. Christy and Chris have a fun time reliving this special sailing and day with Gloria, as she talks about what it was like to … Continue reading "264 A Disney Fairy Tale Wedding – Sailing aboard the Disney Dream"
Welcome to Episode 4 of the Run Disney Run Down Podcast. Join us for a fun discussion as we cover some of the similarities and differences between Run Disney races, and other larger and smaller races around the country. We’d also like to give a huge shout out to fellow runner Kelsi, who joined us … Continue reading "004 Run Disney Run Down: What makes Run Disney Different?"
We’re joined this week by good friend of the show, Chris from California. He and his family were lucky enough to sail on back to back sailings over New Years, aboard the Disney Dream. We get a detailed look on how back to back sailings work, during Covid, and also all of their experiences onboard. … Continue reading "263 Disney Dream: Back to Back sailings over New Years"
Join us for another mini episode. Today we discuss the possibility of the Disney Dream making its European debut in the Summer of 2023, when will DCL start to increase capacity, we give our thoughts about some of the experiences you’ll be able to take part in during Pixar Day at Sea aboard DCL in … Continue reading "262 A Cabana’s Episode of Topics: Will the Dream make its European debut, Pixar Day at Sea, and More!"
We’re joined this week by Jennifer, whose family sailed aboard the Fantasy and Dream this past Fall. Jennifer and her husband were avid cruisers prior to having kids, and now that they have two young boys, they’re not slowing down. She does an excellent job sharing her tips and tricks, for how they now navigate … Continue reading "261 Sailing on Disney Cruise Line with Toddlers/Young Children"
We’re re-joined this week by Amber, our Instgram posting extraordinaire, to discuss her family’s Very Merrytime Cruise aboard the Disney Magic. This was a 5 day cruise out of Miami, which featured 2 stops at Castaway Cay. As always, we have a fun time getting her takes on their cabin, dining, onboard fun, hanging out … Continue reading "260 A Very Merrytime Cruise aboard the Disney Magic"
This week, our youngest son Alex, joins us to talk about spending time in the Disney Tween Club, the Edge. This was Alex’s first time spending time in the Edge aboard the Disney Dream, as he recently turned 11. We give an overview of the age range the Edge is designed for (11-14), how to … Continue reading "259 DCL 101: Spending time in The Edge, the Tween Club aboard the Disney ships"
Welcome to Episode 3 of the Run Disney Run Down Podcast. Join us for a fun discussion as we look back at our experiences during the 2022 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. We cover where we stayed, the Expo, Run Disney Merchandise, transportation, the pre-race experience and corrals, all the races (5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon, … Continue reading "003 Run Disney Run Down – Marathon Weekend Recap"
We are very fortunate to be joined this week by Jordan Caswell, an amazingly talented violinist who is now appearing aboard the Disney Cruise Line ships. In this interview we cover what drew Jordan to playing the violin, how he got his contract with DCL, what it’s like to live and work aboard a Disney … Continue reading "258 An interview with Jordan Caswell, Violinist and DCL Musical Artist"
We’re joined this week by an amazing family who had several cruises canceled during Covid, but there persistence paid off, as they sailed on one of the first cruises that departed as DCL started sailing again. This was their family’s first cruise, and it was aboard the Disney Wonder out of San Diego. We have … Continue reading "257 Sailing with Disney Cruise Line for the first time, aboard the Disney Wonder"
Welcome to episode 2 of the Run Disney Run Down podcast. This is a collaboration podcast between MouseGen and the DCL Podcast, to bring you some new content focused around Run Disney. In our second episode we discuss some of the gear and tech we use when training for and running Run Disney Races. We … Continue reading "002 Run Disney Run Down:"
Welcome back to our next DCL 101 Minniesode. In this episode Chris and Steve discuss all aspects of dining in the 3 main dining rooms aboard the Disney Ships. We talk about dining times, rotations, the different themes and entertainment found in each of the restaurants, who makes up your serving team and how they … Continue reading "256 DCL 101: Main Dining aboard Disney Cruise Line Ships"
This is a rebroadcast of our live Coffee at the Cove show which aired this week on our Facebook and YouTube channels. We cover Christy and her family’s latest cruise over Christmas, aboard the Disney Fantasy. From all of us at the DCL Podcast, we hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday season … Continue reading "255 Coffee at the Cove: Rebroadcast – Christy’s Christmas Cruise aboard the Fantasy"
Good friend of the show, and fellow podcaster from Podcast Stardust, Dennis joins us this week to discuss his family’s latest sailing aboard the Disney Magic. This was their first time getting back on a Disney Ship, since the ships started sailing, and it didn’t disappoint. This was a 5 night Very Merrytime cruise out … Continue reading "254 Sailing on a Very Merrytime Cruise aboard the Disney Magic"
Join us for our first Run Disney Run Down Podcast. This podcast is a fun collaboration between the hosts of the DCL Podcast, and Lake and Kaitie over at the MouseGen YouTube Channel. In this first episode, we cover everything you need to know to get you ready for Marathon Weekend. In future episodes we’ll … Continue reading "001 Run Disney Run Down: Getting ready for Marathon Weekend"
Welcome back to our next DCL 101 Minniesodes. In this episode, Chris and Steve discuss all aspects of attending the Broadway Style Shows, which are performed in the Walt Disney Theaters, aboard all of the DCL ships. We cover strategies for attending, is food offered, when to arrive, how to find when the shows are … Continue reading "253 DCL 101: Experiencing DCL’s Broadway Style Shows"
Frank from Florida joins us this week to discuss getting back onboard a Disney Cruise Ship after the long Covid shutdown. This time, he and Karen set sail aboard the Disney Fantasy, on an 8 night voyage, out of Port Canaveral. It featured stops in Costa Maya, Cozumel, and two stops at Castaway Cay. We … Continue reading "252 Getting back onboard the Disney Fantasy after the Covid shutdown"
This is a rebroadcast of our monthly live DCL news recap show. You can view the show on our Facebook and YouTube channels as well. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Len Testa joins us this week to discuss his thoughts on Virgin Voyages, after recently sailing aboard the Scarlet Lady. This is Virgin’s first cruise ship, and their first foray into the cruise industry. Needless to say, we were excited to get Len’s take on the ship, dining, entertainment (Sea Chanties, or pop karaoke in … Continue reading "250 Len Testa’s thoughts after sailing with Virgin Voyages"
Dennis from the amazing podcast, Podcast Stardust joins us again to update us on what Disney has in store for those who will be setting sail on the Halcyon next March. The Halcyon is the new Galactic Star Cruiser, 2 night experience, which will be boarding passengers March of 2022. Recently, reporters from Star Wars.com … Continue reading "248 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove: Update on the Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser"
Good friend of the show, Chris from California, joins us to talk about finally getting back onboard a Disney Ship after the long shut down. Chris and his wife sailed aboard the Disney Fantasy, which featured two stops at Castaway Cay. Chris recently sailed on Celebrity and Royal Caribbean, so we have a fun time … Continue reading "249 A long time DCL cruiser, finally gets back onboard the Fantasy, after the long shutdown"
Good friend of the show, Bryan from Utah, joins us to discuss his family’s experience with the Unlimited Photo Package, which they purchased while onboard the Wonder in October. We discuss the discount available if you purchase it before you sail, where some of the photo locations are located around the ship, covid protocols in … Continue reading "247 DCL 101: Purchasing and using DCL’s onboard Photo Package"
Chris and Seth just returned from a four night sailing aboard the Disney Wonder to Mexico, out of San Diego. Chris recounts all their experiences, from driving to San Diego from Los Angeles, the boarding process, his takes on main dining (along with Palo brunch and dinner), spending time on the pool deck, all of … Continue reading "246 Chris and Seth’s sailing to Mexico on the Disney Wonder"
This is a rebroadcast of our monthly live DCL news Recap show. In this episode we were excited to bring Lake, from the YouTube channel MouseGen, on with us as well, to help us recap Run Disney’s Wine and Dine 1/2 Marathon weekend. You can view the show on our Facebook and YouTube channels. Follow … Continue reading "245 Rebroadcast: DCL October News and Run Disney Wine and Dine Re-Cap"
Good friend of the show, Ryan from Phoenix, joins us this week to discuss his family’s return to sailing with Disney Cruise Line. Ryan and his family moved a seven day sailing on the Fantasy, too back to back sailings on the Disney Wonder, as she began sailing again out of San Diego. We discuss … Continue reading "244 Back to Back sailings aboard the Disney Wonder"
We’re excited to bring you the audio portion of a recent broadcast Chris and I did with Lake over on his YouTube channel MouseGen. We go over all of the details which Run Disney has put out in preparation for the upcoming Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend. We cover registration, getting into the expo, … Continue reading "243 A Run Disney update with Lake from MouseGen"
Carol, aka the Disney Momof3, joins us this week to discuss the changes they have made for concierge guests, since Disney Cruise Line has begun sailing again. Carol and her family have had several voyages in Concierge aboard the Disney Fantasy and Magic, and she does an amazing job show casing the perks and benefits … Continue reading "242 Sailing Concierge aboard the Disney Fantasy"
This episode we bring you a Cabana’s selection of topics, as we discuss Christys latest sailing on the Dream, Steve’s sailing on the Wonder, and what’s going on with the big crowds at Disneyland. It’s always fun to get together and talk Disney Cruise Line and Disneyland, and we hope this discussion helps you and … Continue reading "241 A Cabana’s portion of topics: Sailing on the Disney Dream and Wonder, and visiting Disneyland"
Steve and Ahnawake sit down near the Quiet Cove Adult Pool area to reflect on some of the things they had experienced during their 3 day cruise on the Disney Wonder. This was a 3 day Halloween on the High Seas sailing out of San Diego, on the Disney Wonder. We’ll have a little more … Continue reading "240 Thoughts while sailing onboard the Disney Wonder"
We are joined this week by good friend of the show, Bryan from Utah. He and his family just got back from the first Sailing of the Disney Wonder out of San Diego, as Disney Cruise Line gets all their ships sailing again. Bryan is a wealth of information and fun, and this is a … Continue reading "239 The first sailing of the Disney Wonder out of San Diego"
This is a rebroadcast of our live Coffee at the Cove show, where Christy and Steve discuss Disney Cruise Lines 2023 early cruise sailing release. We cover what each ship is doing, cruises which stand out during this time period, and how/when to book these new sailings. You can view this show on our Facebook … Continue reading "238 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove – Disney Cruise Line Early 2023 Sailing Release"
This is a rebroadcast of our monthly live DCL news recap show. You can view the show on our Facebook and YouTube channels as well. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Good friend of the show, Lauren, joins us this week to discuss her and her husbands latest adventure to the beautiful country of Iceland. They were all set to sail on the Disney Magic to Scotland, Iceland, and Norway in 2021, but unfortunately their cruise was cancelled. So they did what all of us would … Continue reading "236 A land vacation to Iceland, after a Summer cruise was cancelled"
This is a rebroadcast of our Live Coffee at the Cove show, for Patreon supporters. We have a fun time with Christy as she looks back at her 4 night sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy, from Port Canaveral. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ … Continue reading "235 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove – Christy’s 4 night sailing on the Disney Fantasy"
We’re joined this week by Cloe, from the amazing Vlog, Cloe and Dan. She and Dan just returned from a 3 night sailing aboard the Disney Dream, and she joins us to discuss how they started their amazing Vlog, and all the fun they had on their latest sailing. We discuss pre-cruise planning, embarkation, dining, … Continue reading "234 Sailing with Cloe, from the Vlog Cloe and Dan, aboard the Disney Dream"
Join us for our Mini-sode featuring several strategies you can use to save money, next time you book a Disney Cruise. We cover opening day booking, onboard booking credits, advantages of using the Disney Visa Card, Disney gift cards, and finish up talking about the pro’s and con’s of Disney Cruise Lines Special Offer rates. … Continue reading "233 Captain Mini Episode: Saving money booking a DCL Cruise"
Sarah, who gave us a detailed look at the check in process for her upcoming Disney Dream sailing (Ep 222), rejoins us to fill us in on all the fun she and Brandon had aboard this sailing. In this episode, we discuss the boarding process, their cabin preferences, main dining experiences along with Palo Brunch … Continue reading "232 Sarah, from Gluten Free and Dairy Free at WDW’s, latest sailing aboard the Disney Dream"
Join us for a quick episode where we discuss the steps Christy’s family has had to take to get back onboard the Disney Fantasy this weekend. We also touch on Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, and why you might want to stay here next time before/after your cruise. We also give you our thoughts on eating … Continue reading "231 Bonus Episode: Getting back onboard the Fantasy, Staying at Vero Beach Resort, dining at Old Key Wests Olivia"
Join us for a fun episode as Chris recaps his first visit to Hawaii. We recap their adventures as they travelled to Hawaii for the first time, spent time on Waikiki, explored the North Shore, ate Dole Whip and Shave Ice, did a star gazing excursion, visited Kualoa ranch where Jurassic park and several other … Continue reading "230 Chris and Seth’s Hawaiian vacation: Oahu, Waikiki, and Aulani"
Join us for a fun episode, as we take a look at the experience (what we know of it so far, along with a little speculation on our part) guests will be able to experience, as Disney’s Galactic Star Cruiser, the Halcyon comes on line in 2022. Dennis from Podcast Star Dust joins us to … Continue reading "229 A look a Disney’s newest ship: The Galactic Star Cruiser, The Halcyon"
Christy and her family have just returned from a 3 day cruise aboard the Disney Dream, and she joins us this week to talk about their experiences. This 3 day cruise departed from Port Canaveral, and featured 2 stops at Castaway Cay. We discuss the embarkation process, covid testing protocols, the new welcome aboard show, … Continue reading "228 Christy’s 3 Day sailing aboard the Disney Dream"
This is a rebroadcast of our monthly live DCL news recap show. You can view the show on our Facebook and YouTube pages as well. Thanks to Stephen from Tampa (our FL Beat Reporter), for joining us again this week! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast … Continue reading "227 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove – DCL August News Re-cap"
Our Port Adventure Series continues as we turn our focus to Northern Europe, as we look at some of the Baltic countries you can visit while sailing aboard the Disney Magic. We are joined this week by good friend of the show Jon, from the United Kingdom. Jon and his family sailed through the Baltic … Continue reading "226 Port Adventure Series: Sailing the Baltic/Northern Europe aboard the Disney Magic"
We’re back this week with another fun trip report, featuring a Disney Magic sailing from Liverpool, England. Claire joins us this week to discuss her family’s 4 night Disney Magic at Sea sailing, this Summer. Claire and her family are no strangers to Disney Cruise Line, already having sailed on the Disney Dream in the … Continue reading "225 Sailing aboard the Disney Magic from Liverpool"
This is a rebroadcast of our live Patreon Coffee at the Cove episode which aired July 18 on Facebook for our Patreon supporters. Kaitie and Lake from MouseGen join us this week to discuss their latest 3 night sailing aboard the Disney Dream from Port Canaveral. We have a fun time discussing the new Covid … Continue reading "224 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove – Kaitie and Lake from MouseGen’s Disney Dream Sailing"
Disney Cruise Line began sailing this week with the Disney Dream, from Port Canaveral. We’re excited to bring you a trip report from her first sailing, Aug 9, 2021. Scott and his family, who are big Disneyland fans from Southern California, travelled to Florida to experience their first Disney Cruise. He does an excellent job … Continue reading "223 A Disney Dream trip report as she returns to sailing, Aug 9, 2021"
Sarah, from the blog Gluten Free and Dairy Free at WDW, joins us this week to discuss her experience during the online check in process for her upcoming August 23 cruise aboard the Disney Dream. Sarah does an excellent job detailing the new steps which she needed to take to check into her upcoming cruise. … Continue reading "222 A detailed look at DCL’s online check in process with Sarah from Gluten Free and Dairy Free at WDW"
Meghan, the amazing host of the DCL Cruise Nerd Vlog, joins us this week to discuss her experiences sailing aboard the Disney Dreams final test cruise, before she began sailing with paying guests on August 9. We have a fun time discussing her over all experience getting back onboard a Disney ship, and spending time … Continue reading "221 Experiences sailing aboard the Disney Dream, during her final test cruise (Featuring the DCL Cruise Nerd)"
Michael and his wife booked their August 9th cruise aboard the Disney Dream, hours after they announced Disney Cruise Line would begin cruising again on August 9th. I thought it would be fun to hear his thoughts about getting back to cruising and back onboard the Disney Dream, before this sailing. We look forward to … Continue reading "220 Thoughts about sailing aboard the Disney Dream, as she sets sail again, Aug 9th"
With DCL still not sailing until Aug 9 in the U.S., many of our listeners headed for the Hawaiian Islands, and a stay at Aulani. Kristy and her family did just that, and she’s back again to help us out with a fun trip report, detailing their adventures on Oahu. They started off by staying … Continue reading "219 Staying at Aulani, near Waikiki, and exploring the Island of Oahu"
We’re excited this week to bring you our first trip report, since Disney Cruise Line began sailing again in the U.K.. Good friend of the show, Jon in the U.K., join us to discuss his family’s experiences sailing aboard the Disney Magic, out of Liverpool, on a 3 night Magical Staycation Cruise. We discuss what … Continue reading "218 Sailing aboard the Disney Magic, out of Liverpool"
This is a replay of our live DCL news Recap show for July. Our monthly recap show is featured each month on Facebook and YouTube. Enjoy everyone! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with … Continue reading "217 July Disney Cruise Line News Recap"
This is a rebroadcast of our live Coffee at the Cove episode, which aired July 31 on Facebook and YouTube. Christy was selected by her travel agency to cruise aboard Royal Caribbeans Allure of the Seas, during her test cruise to prepare her to return to sailing. This was a 2 night cruise out of … Continue reading "216 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove, Christy’s test cruise sailing aboard RCL’s Allure of the Seas"
Run Disney In Person races are back! Lake from MouseGen joins us this week to update us on Run Disney’s return to In-Person racing. We cover the different races which are set for 2021-2022, how registration went for Wine and Dine (the first race back), and look ahead to the races to come in 2022. … Continue reading "215 Run Disney: In person races are Back!"
Our Port Adventure Series continues as we turn our focus this month on Jamaica and the Southern Caribbean. We are joined this week by good friend of the show, Frank in Florida, to discuss the experiences he and his wife have had sailing through the Southern Caribbean and Jamaica aboard DCL and other cruise lines. … Continue reading "214 Port Adventure Series: Sailing to Jamaica and the Southern Caribbean"
Shannon Ford joins us this week to discuss her recent sailing aboard Royal Caribbeans, Freedom of the Seas. This was the first U.S. Cruise to take place since the Covid lockdown, and she does an excellent job filling us in on everything she experienced. We discuss planning for this cruise, new Covid 19 restrictions put … Continue reading "213 Royal Caribbeans Freedom of the Seas, first U.S. sailing with Shannon Ford"
Brendan and Katherine from the amazing podcast, Detour to Neverland, join us this week to ask us a bunch of questions about cruising with DCL. They just booked a cruise on the Disney Wish next Summer, and this will be their first Disney Cruise as adults, and they’ve got questions. We do our best to … Continue reading "212 Detour to Neverlands Podcast hosts, ask us some fun questions about cruising with DCL"
Join us for our first Trip Report, since the ships stopped sailing last March. Nick joins us this week to discuss his family’s sailing aboard Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Seas. This was Royal Caribbeans first sailing in the Caribbean, since the covid pandemic began. Nick and his family are seasoned cruisers, so he brings … Continue reading "211 Sailing on RCL’s first Nassau cruise, aboard Adventure of the Seas"
This is a rebroadcast of our live Coffee at the Cove episode, which aired June 21 on Facbook and YouTube. We first take a look at Disney Cruise Lines Fall 2022 release. We discuss where the ships are sailing to, point out a few of our favorite itineraries, and discuss what could be happening with … Continue reading "2010 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove, Fall 2022 Release, Chris returns to Disneyland"
Our Port Adventure series continues, as we take a look at sailing the Mediterranean aboard the Disney Magic. Diane and Mark join us this week to offer their perspective on how to plan a port intensive cruise, across several country’s. We discuss sailing with younger children, longer vs shorter port excursions, how to plan your … Continue reading "209 2021 Port Adventure Series: Sailing the Mediterranean"
This is a rebroadcast of our monthly live DCL news recap show. You can view the show on our Facebook and YouTube pages as well. Thanks to Stephen from Tampa (our FL Beat Reporter), for joining us again this week! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast … Continue reading "208 May DCL News Recap"
We’re dusting off our 101 series, and re-booting it as Disney Cruise Line gets ready to start sailing again. Amber joins Christy and Steve to cover what is included in your Disney Cruise Line fare. We take a look at food options, family and adult entertainment options, the kids clubs, pool deck fun, and activities … Continue reading "207 DCL 101: Whats Included on your Disney Cruise"
Join us for a rebroadcast of our live Coffee at the Cove episode, which aired May 25 on Facebook and YouTube. Its the second week of Disney Wish bookings, so we take a look at how things are looking price and availability wise, as the Silver Castaway Club members get ready to book. We then … Continue reading "206 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove, Disney Wish bookings and Possible Alaska Sailings"
Our Port Adventure series continues, as we take a look at things to do when you’re in Nassau, Bahamas. Zach joins us this month to talk about his family’s experiences visiting Nassau with several different cruise lines. We touch on the straw market, spending time in the casino and the water park at Atlantis, interactive … Continue reading "205 2021 Port Adventure Series: Nassau, Bahamas"
Join us for a rebroadcast of our live Coffee at the Cove episode, which aired May 17 on Facebook and YouTube. This is a fun hour featuring two guests, Holly and Brad, who were successful in booking the second sailing on the Disney Wish. The second Disney Wish sailing was bought out by DVC, and … Continue reading "204 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove, Disney Wish opening day Bookings"
Disneyland is officially back open! Liz joins Chris and Christy this week to discuss what it was like being back in Disneyland, opening weekend. She discusses the ticket buying and park booking process, crowd levels, food available, what attractions she was able to experience, park hopping between Disneyland and DCA, shopping, and finishes up with … Continue reading "203 Returning to Disneyland"
Join us for a fun Run Disney episode, as we head across the Atlantic to Paris, France, to discuss the Castle to Chateau Challenge. Andrea joins us this week to discuss her experience traveling to Paris, to run all of the races during the Disneyland Paris Run Weekend. We have a fun time talking about … Continue reading "202 Run Disney: Castle to Chateau Challenge"
This Summer, Disney Cruise Line will resume sailings for UK residents only, aboard the Disney Magic. These will feature 2, 3, and 4 day sailings, with sea days only, no port stops. Jon and his family have booked a sailing aboard the Magic in July out of Liverpool, and he joins us to discuss why … Continue reading "201 Booking a cruise out of the UK on the Disney Magic: Summer 2021"
On Apr 29, 2021, Disney Cruise Line released a 30 minute video, revealing several features and experiences which will be available onboard their new ship, the Disney Wish. We joined up with Brian and Sam from the DCL Duo for a live show on Facebook, following this release, to talk about all that Disney released. … Continue reading "200 Rebroadcast (Apr 29 live show): Disney Wish Reveal thoughts, with the DCL Duo"
Our Port Adventure series continues, as we take a look at things to do in Ensenada, Cabo San Lucas, and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Coby joins us this month to talk about his and his family’s experiences visiting these different ports while on Disney, Royal Caribbean, and Carnival Cruises. We also briefly touch on things to … Continue reading "199 2021 Port Adventure Series: Ensenada, Cabo, and Puerto Vallarta"
Join us in this episode for a rebroadcast of our live Coffee at the Cove episode which was broadcast to our Facebook and YouTube channels. This episode featured Chris’s experience at a Touch of Disney, which took place at Disney’s California Adventure Park. Enjoy everyone. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@gmail.com Follow … Continue reading "198 Rebroadcast (Apr 18 live show): Chris’s experience at A Touch of Disney"
Join us this episode as for an Aulani Spring Break trip report. Steve’s family spent 5 days this past March at Aulani, and we have a fun time talking to him and his wife about their experiences. We touch on the process for flying over and being cleared in Hawaii (due to covid), the check … Continue reading "197 Spring Break at Aulani"
This is a rebroadcast of our Facebook/YouTube live show from Apr 12. We cover the release of Adventures by Disney 2022 Land Adventures. Enjoy everyone. Learn more about Adventures by Disney: http://www.adventuresbydisney.com Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast … Continue reading "196 Rebroadcast (Apr 12 live show) – Coffee at the Cove – Adventures by Disney 2022 Release"
We’re excited to be joined this week by the amazing hosts of the Off Harbor and Main Podcast. Beth, Joel, Derick, and Matt are four Disney loving friends, who have created an informative, entertaining, and most important, a fun podcast focusing on Disneyland and beyond. They recently published a double episode, focusing on Disney’s Society … Continue reading "195 Talking S.E.A. with the Hosts from Off Harbor and Main Podcast"
Our Port Adventure series continues, as we take a look at things to do in Cozumel, Mexico. Rachel joins us this month, to talk about the experiences she and her family have had while visiting Cozumel. Christy rounds out the episode with a lot of tips for shopping, visiting beaches, and some shore excursions of … Continue reading "194 2021 Port Adventure Series: Cozumel"
This is a replay of our live DCL News Recap show for March. Our monthly recap show is featured each month on Facebook and YouTube. Thanks again to Stephen from Tampa, who filled in for us this week!!! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ … Continue reading "193 March DCL News Recap"
Marissa Vallotton and Derek DeBoer, from DVC Resale Market, join us this week to talk about their experiences sailing on DCL with the Cruise Team when they worked for Disney Vacation Club. We have a fun time hearing their back story’s which brought them to where they are today, and then we turn to their … Continue reading "192 Marissa and Derek from the DVC Resale Market talk Cruise Team experiences on DCL"
This is a rebroadcast of our live Coffee at the Cove show which aired Sunday March 21, 2021 on our Facebook and YouTube channel. We discuss DCL’s Summer 2022 release, along with Royal Caribbean and Celebrity’s recent announcement that they will begin cruising outside of the U.S., and then we finish up with an update … Continue reading "191 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove, DCL Summer 2022 Release"
When booking a DCL Cruise to Europe, a great add on adventure is visiting Disneyland Paris. Andrea and Joe join us once again, to discuss their trip to Disneyland Paris. We discuss their time in Paris, staying VIP at the Disneyland Hotel at Disneyland Paris, food and beverages around the park, and of course all … Continue reading "190 Visiting Disneyland Paris"
Bianca and Chris, a young couple from New York, join us this week to discuss their love of sailing with Disney Cruise Line. They began sailing before being married, and after an amazing Disney inspired wedding, they continued sailing throughout the Caribbean with DCL. We have a fun time talking with them about their favorite … Continue reading "189 A Young Couples Experiences Sailing with DCL"
Join us for our first DCL News Monthly Update. Each month we’ll look back on the story’s affecting Disney Cruise Line, and the Cruise Industry in general. Please send any feedback or thoughts to:
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As we sail into March, roughly a year from when Disney Cruise Line and the rest of the cruise industry shut down, we thought it was time to do a quick show to discuss where we’ve been, and where we’d like to go. Rebecca joins Steve, Christy, and Chris to look back on her last sailing aboard the Disney Dream, an how she and her family pivoted in their travel plans, during this past year. We then turn our focus on what we’re looking forward to when the industry, and Disney Cruise Line begins sailing again. With so many positives that have happened in our lives, along with a lot of you out there, the glass is definitely 1/2 full, and we all look forward to the day when we’re sailing and traveling again!
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Our Port Adventure series continues, as we take a look at things to do in Tortola and St. Thomas. Adam joins us this month, and brings a unique perspective to our series, as he grew up vacationing most summers on the islands with his parents. He brings a good over-all view to the differences between the islands, along with some of the unique adventures you can have on both. We hope this series helps you plan your next adventures for your upcoming cruise.
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Award winning author, Paul Thornton, joins us to discuss his latest book, Cruising Interrupted. This is the follow up to his highly successful book, The Joy of Cruising, which you can hear us discuss in Episode 102. Paul again fills his latest book with the stories of many people around the globe, who have one thing in common, they love cruising. He interviews globe trotters, bloggers, cruise communicators, quirky cruisers, cruisers like you and me, and he does an excellent job talking to several people who’s cruises were affected by the Covid crisis, as the industry shut down. This is the book, and Paul is the perfect story teller, for all of us who can’t wait to get back on the water and explore the world. So grab a warm drink, and find that perfect chair, it’s time to explore the world of cruising, with award winning author Paul Thornton.
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We are excited to have Carrie Hayward, owner of the Fairy Tale Weddings Guide and The Disney Wedding Podcast, join us to discuss all aspects of getting married at Disney. Carrie is the “go to” source for all information concerning weddings with Disney Cruise Line, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani, and Tokyo Disneyland. She does an amazing job sharing her and her listeners experience and information via her podcast, and her wedding guide (available electronically and via paperback). So join us in this fun episode as we discuss how she began her podcast, tips for getting married on DCL, some of her favorite venues, and of course some of her best advice for those planning a Disney Wedding, vow renewal, or pre/post wedding party. So button up that tux, lace up that dress, and don’t forget your glass slippers, we’re talking Disney Weddings with the amazing Carrie Hayward.
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This week we kick off the first episode in a short side series we will be running this Spring, featuring the history of cruising. We’ve titled the series, “Cruising through History”, we should have an episode out once a month, in addition to our regular episodes. Good friend of the show, Stephen from Tampa, has agreed to help me out with it. To that note, we are both amateur historians, so if you find us saying anything wrong, or you know differently, please reach out to us so that we can correct it in a future episode. To kick off the series, we take a look at a small portion of history surrounding Gorda Cay (aka Castaway Cay). The information for this show, came from an article published in Outside Magazine published in 2004, and was written by the grandson of a gentleman named Alvin Tucker, who owned the island in the 60’s and 70’s (see the link below to take you to the article). I hope you enjoy this look back at a small portion of the island, we all love to visit during our cruises through the Caribbean. Enjoy everyone.
Outside Magazine article, “Blackbeard Doesn’t Come Here Anymore”:
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Listener Jen joins us again this week to discuss her family’s once in a life time trip to the Galapagos Islands this past Dec/Jan. Their trip was a 7 day cruise to the North and Western part of the Galapagos Islands, and was booked through Ecoventura. Jen and her family have travelled with Adventures by Disney several times, so they were well adjusted to overseas small group travel, and this trip (although not with ABD) did not disappoint. We cover traveling to Ecuador during Covid, staterooms on the ship, food available (including allergy precautions), the onboard naturalist who guides your tours during the day, along with discussions at night, and of course the amazing animals and adventures you take during the cruise. So lace up your hiking boots and grab your wet suit and snorkel, were headed for the trip of a life time, as we cruise through the Galapagos Islands.
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Meghan, from the DCL Cruise Nerd channel on YouTube, joins us this week to talk all things Disney Cruise Line. Meghan has been on over 80, yes 80, Disney Cruises and she has a vast knowledge of the ships, shows, and destinations. Currently on furlough from DCL, she decided to create her own YouTube channel to share her vast knowledge of DCL, with everyone looking to cruise with them in the future. Check out her YouTube channel for the latest cruise news, along with tips and tricks for sailing with DCL. Enjoy everyone!
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Dave from Iowa, joins us this week to discuss visiting the Walt Disney Family Museum. The Walt Disney Family Museum is located in the Presidio, next to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. It is a non-profit museum dedicated to presenting an inspirational journey through the life of Walt Disney. It also aims to inspire future generations to heed their imagination and persevere in pursuing their goals. Dave has visited the museum several times, and is a valuable resource in help you plan your trip, time, and even dining options available at the museum. I hope you enjoy this over view of one of my favorite museums around the country, and that it inspires you to visit it, the next time you’re in the Bay Area.
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Chris in the Concierge (on Twitter), joins us to discuss his family’s quick trip to Aulani over New Years. Chris and his family are DVC owners at Aulani, and have visited the resort several times. He does a great job detailing the differences visiting the resort now vs. during normal non-covid times. We also talk about some of his family’s favorite places to dine around the resort and in Waikiki. Traveling to Hawaii is a little different now, so we also cover what steps you need to take before you depart the mainland for the islands. So kick off your rubber slippers, and kick back on your lanai, we’re headed over to Oahu to spend some time at Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa.
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Join us for the first episode in our new series for 2021, as we turn our focus on Port Adventures in the different destinations that Disney Cruise Line sails. Each month we’ll pick a port and discuss some of the Port Adventures some of our listeners have experienced, and ones that they might like to take next time they’re there. This week we turn our focus on Alaska. Alaska is an amazing destination with so much diversity (whale watching, hiking, sled dog adventures, panning for gold, ride a train through the mountains, or take a flight to a glacier), you’re sure to find something for everyone to do in each port. So grab that Castaway Club back pack and get her ready, we’re headed off the ship on an Adventure of a lifetime.
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Brett Nachman, from Notably Disney, joins us this week to cover Jim Korkis’ new book featuring Disney Cruise Line. Jims latest book, Hidden Treasures of the Disney Cruise Line: Nautical Notes, Knowledge, and Nonsense, was released in late 2020. Jim covers a lot of ground in this book, from the history of the cruise line, to theming of restaurants, to small details you’ll find throughout the ship. Brett helps me talk about who Jim is, break down the book itself (without giving away very much of it), and discuss what we’d love to see Jim cover in the future. So stop by the Cove Cafe, grab your favorite beverage, and find a good spot by the pool, we’re discussing the first non-travel book featuring Disney Cruise Line.
You can purchase Jim’s book, wherever books are sold (Amazon, Barnes and Noble, etc.)
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Join us as we have a fun discussion on Disney’s announcement that Cinderella will grace the lobby of the Disney Wish. We then turn our focus on highlights of 2020, and then turn our thoughts to 2021. Thanks to all who have come along with us during this very different year. All of us here at the DCL Podcast wish the best for you and your family as we sail into 2021.
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Join us for a fun conversation with Ryan, a long time Disney Cruise Line cruiser and fan. We kick the episode off talking about some of his family’s favorite cruises, then transition into talking about their last sailing on the Magic which featured a Marvel Day at Sea. As with many of us, his family had cruises planned which cancelled, so he pivoted and finally decided to visit Walt Disney World. This was the first time his kids had been to WDW, and Ryan had not been back since just after Epcot was built. Needless to say, a lot had changed, and we have a fun time talking about everything they experienced during their stay. So head up to Deck 9 on the Magic and pour yourself some hot chocolate to celebrate the holidays, we’re talking DCL and WDW in Episode 177.
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With Run Disney announcing this will be the last running of Star Wars Rival Weekend, and that it would be moving to a virtual only race, it was time to check back in with our Run Disney expert, Lake Sprenkle from MouseGen. Lake does a great job covering all aspects of the Run Disney races moving to virtual events; from the Swag, the cost adjustments, Perfect runners, and what may be possibly coming in the future. So lace up your running shoes and fill up your water bottle, we’re hitting the road with Run Disney.
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Join us for a quick bonus episode. Christy and her family are in Florida for the month of December, so we check in with her to find out how their experiences have been visiting the parks at Walt Disney World. We then head out West to check in with Chris, who just got back from an annual pass shopping event at Disneyland, featuring merchandise from the new Avengers Campus. Enjoy this fun bonus edition of Disney talk with our two amazing co-hosts. Happy Holidays everyone.
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Chad and his family are long term Disney Cruise Line fans, and they have sailed on multiple cruises. Faced with cancelled cruises, they decided it was time to head back to WDW after an 8 year hiatus. Join us as we have fun time talking about some of Chads family’s favorite DCL experiences, along with what it was like to head back down to WDW after a long lay off. So grab your favorite Mickey Ears and fill up that popcorn bucket, we’re headed back down to Walt Disney World to explore the parks and resorts after a long lay off.
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We kick off December as Christy and Chris join Steve to discuss a wide variety of topics. We touch on the latest happenings at Meyer Werft and Disneyland, have some fun talking about the Mandalorian, speculate on which of our cruises will sail in 2021, and finish up with some of our favorite Disney Holiday experiences. So pour yourself some eggnog or hot chocolate, and grab your favorite place by the fire, and enjoy a little Disney talk as the Holiday Season kicks off.
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We were lucky to have Wes from the DCL Dude Podcast and Chris in the Concierge Lounge from Twitter, join us this week to discuss some of their favorite Port Adventures. We have a fun time looking back at some of our favorite Port Adventures our family’s have experienced while cruising with DCL and other cruise lines. We finish up with some tips for new cruisers on how to decide which adventures might be right for you and your family’s. So pack upyour Castaway Club pack, and grab your water bottles as you exit the ship, we’re headed out on some port adventures of a lifetime.
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Coby joins us this week to discuss the amazing life he’s lived, cruising with DCL. He started off as a kid, sailing on the Big Red Boat with his parents and grand parents. Then moved on during his college years to sail aboard the DCL ships in the crew quarters, with friends who were crew members. To finally having a family of his own, and passing his love of cruising with Disney Cruise Line on to his wife and kids. Coby has truly had a remarkable story sailing with Disney Cruise Line for most of his life. Enjoy everyone.
You can relive Coby’s family Re-positioning cruise on the Disney Magic, via his YouTube channel with this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnfVTGwFFc8&t=13s
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Carol joins us this week to discuss one of her family’s favorite destination to visit when they’re not cruising, the Florida Key’s. We have a fun time talking about the different vibes between the Key’s, along with some of her family’s favorite places to stay, eat, and things to experience while they’re there. So grab your boat drink, kick back in your favorite chair, and join us for a fun venture down through the Florida Key’s.
Check out the Gypsy Guide that Carol and her family use:
http://www.gypsyguide.com
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Chris from Tampa joins us once again to discuss his family’s last cruise aboard the Disney Dream. This was a four night Bahamian cruise with stops at Nassau and Castaway Cay. We have a fun time talking about their dining experiences, onboard entertainment, pirate night, character meet and greets, and of course the time spent on Castaway Cay. Enjoy this look back at a classic DCL sailing.
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