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DCL Duo Podcast: A Disney Cruise Line Fan Podcast

799 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratings

The DCLDuo Podcast is a Disney Cruise Line focused podcast. We're DCL super fans who love cruising. We love talking about our own Disney Cruise Line Adventures, comparing DCL to other cruise lines, and talking about other Disney adventures, like Adventures by Disney.

We love talking to Disney Cruise Line fans, as well as experts, insiders, authors, bloggers, vloggers, travel agents and cruise lovers! Follow us and our guests on our journeys, and listen-in as we chat about cruising, Disney Cruise Line, and all of our other fabulous Disney adventures!!

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Ep. 410 - Bonus - Navigating Nerves: Wesley is Apprehensive About Sailing the Wish for the First Time

April 03, 2024 23:34 - 1 hour - 114 MB

Wesley joins us this week in the first of a two-part series. Wesley reached out because he was a bit apprehensive about sailing on the Disney Wish. He's a seasoned Disney Cruise Line (DCL) veteran, but after sailing on Royal Caribbean he was a bit nervous about whether the Wish could live up to an Oasis-class experience, and whether some of the changes Disney implemented from the Dream-class ships to the Triton or Wish-class ships would sour him and his family to the experience. We attempt t...

Ep. 409 - Top-5 Reasons to Sail Disney Cruise Line and One Reason to Avoid DCL

April 02, 2024 15:07 - 1 hour - 121 MB

Alex (aka Second Dad to the Right) joins us on this week's live episode as we chat about Disney Cruise Line news. We're also chatting about our top-5 reasons to sail Disney Cruise Line, and one reason we think you might want to choose a different cruise line. What pushes us over the edge to loving Disney Cruise Line? Come listen and find out! We're also responding to listener questions and comments live. You can connect with Alex on his Second Dad to the Right Blog. Also check out these gre...

Ep. 408 - Are We There Yet: An Update from Aboard Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise with Leslie from Point My Soul North

March 29, 2024 16:06 - 59 minutes - 109 MB

Leslie (aka "Point My Soul North on social media and YouTube) joins us this week to check-in from onboard Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise on the Serenade of the Seas. When we last left leslie in Ep. 390, the cruise was making its way out of South America and toward the end of its first leg in Los Angeles. We're getting the highlights from the second-half of that first leg, and also some early highlights from the ships sailings and initial stops in the Asia-Pacific Region on its way t...

Ep. 407 - Live Bonus Show - Do You Know Where Your Kids Are: Everything You Need to Know About Sailing with Kids on Disney Cruise Line

March 26, 2024 14:47 - 1 hour - 122 MB

Leslie from Trips with Tykes and the Disney Deciphered podcast joins us this week to chat all about her tips and tricks for sailing with kids on Disney Cruise Line. This episode is jammed packed with everything you need to know about taking kids on DCL. Does the cruise line provide a Diaper Genie or Pack n'Play? What can kids eat onboard? What are the ages for the kids clubs on Disney Cruise Line? Can kids wear swim diapers in the pools on Disney Cruise Line? We answer those questions and ma...

Ep. 406 - Can I See Some ID: An Adults-Only Trans-Pacific Sailing

March 22, 2024 23:13 - 1 hour - 136 MB

Dana joins us this week to share his adults-only Disney Cruise Line Trans-Pacific sailing aboard the Disney Wonder. Was there enough for adults to do onboard to keep Dana and his husband occupied all the way from Honolulu to Sydney? We're chatting activities, excursions, shows, food and so much more from this unique DCL sailing. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Look...

Ep. 405 - Live Bonus Show - Your Destiny Awaits: Everything You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line's Announcements About its Newest Ship the Disney Destiny

March 21, 2024 18:51 - 1 hour - 130 MB

CT joins us on this special live bonus episode to discuss the breaking announcements from Disney Cruise Line about the Disney Destiny - the third Wish-class ship in the fleet due to set sail in 2025. DCL announced today that the ship will be themed to "heroes and villains" and teased some potential IP and franchises we'll see onboard including Hercules, 101 Dalmatians, the Incredibles, Marval, Haunted Mansion, Star Wars and so much more. We're breaking down the announcements, and also doing ...

Ep. 404 - Live Bonus Show - Mirror Mirror on the Wall: What's Next for Disney Cruise Line with The DCL Dude

March 19, 2024 15:38 - 1 hour - 137 MB

The DCL Dude, Wes, joins us this week as we discuss the future our predictions for the future of Disney Cruise Line. We're chatting about the Panama Canal cruise and sailing from New Orleans, both of which are on hiatus, as well as Lighthouse Point, the Treasure, the Adventure, the last in the Triton class, and beyond. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, y...

Ep. 403 - From Sydney to Neverland: An Aussie Share's Her Family's First Experience with Disney Cruise Line

March 16, 2024 18:19 - 1 hour - 127 MB

Shannon joins us this week to share her family's experience sailing with Disney Cruise Cruise Line down under! This was Shannon and her famiy's first time sailing Disney Cruise Line, and we couldn't wait to get her feedback as an Aussie on DCL and the Disney Wonder. We talked everything from staterooms, to dining, activities and shows. We also loved hearing her feedback on a few things onboard that don't exactly line-up with Australian culture - like tipping. All that and so much more on thi...

Ep. 402 - Live Bonus Show - Olaf is Excited: Disney Cruise Line's Summer 2025 Itinerary Release

March 15, 2024 02:21 - 56 minutes - 104 MB

Former Plan Disney Panelist Angie Gargaro joins us on this special live episode to breakdown the Summer 2025 Itineraries released by Disney Cruise Line (DCL) today. Angie is also a travel advisor with our show sponsor - My Path Unwinding Travel. From the Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy, Wish and Treasure, we're breaking down sailings to the Bahamas, Caribbean, Alaska, Europe and the Mediterranean. Come learn everything you need to know about the latest itineraries on Disney Cruise Line. If yo...

Ep. 401 - Live Bonus Show - Splash and Dash: Tips for Making the Most of Shorter Cruises on Disney Cruise Line

March 12, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 120 MB

Alan and Rachael from Krause Mouse Adventures join us on this week's live bonus episode to share their tips and tricks to make the most of your 2-, 3- or 4-night Disnsey Cruise Line sailing. While conventional wisdom would suggest taking a longer a sailing to get the most out of a cruise vacation, we're chatting through some tips, tricks and strategies, and the pros and cons of shorter sailings. We're also covering some recent DCL news items, and answering listener questions live. All that a...

Ep. 400 - The Path Between the Seas: The DCL Duo Sr. Share Their Panama Canal Cruise on Disney Cruise Line

March 08, 2024 19:54 - 1 hour - 138 MB

Our good friends Tracy and Michael (aka the DCL Duo Sr.) join us this week to share their amazing 14-night eastbound Panama Canal Cruise with Disney Cruise Line aboard the Disney Magic. Come hear what they got up to in each port, what it was like to sail through the canal, and what special entertainment and food offerings they had onboard this amazing and unique cruise. All that, rapid fire and so much more on this week's episode. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise abo...

Ep. 399 - Live Bonus Show - Like and Comment: Everything You Need to Know About Sailing-Specific Disney Cruise Line Facebook Groups

March 05, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 123 MB

Sean joins us on this week's live bonus show to discuss sailing-specific Disney Cruise Line Facebook groups. Disney cruisers are a bit unique in their zeal for joining and participating in groups for the sailings they take on DCL. These groups tend to be quite active, and are a good resource for answering questions, sharing information, meeting you fellow cruisers and building excitement in advance of your cruise. They are also a great to make connections for kids, tweens and teens ahead of ...

Ep. 398 - A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes: Laura's First Time Aboard the Disney Dream

March 01, 2024 17:26 - 1 hour - 131 MB

Laura joins us this week all the way from the UK to share her experience sailing on the Disney Dream for the the first time. You may recall Laura from a prior episode where she shared her sailing on the Fantasy wiht a good friend. This time, Laura is introducing her husband to the world of Disney Cruise Line! Come hear what Laura and her husband thought of the Dream, and their DCL experience. From entertainment and food, to shore excursions and Castaway Cay, we're covering it all! If you wa...

Ep. 397 - Live Bonus Show - The Royal Treatment: Comparing Disney Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean with Karen and Kaley from My Path Unwinding Travel

February 27, 2024 19:48 - 1 hour - 151 MB

Karen and Kaley join us on this week's live show to discuss why Royal Caribbean might be a good choice for families who normally sail Disney Cruise Line to consider. There are lots of differences between Royal and Disney, from their booking processes to onboard activities, staterooms, food and dining, private islands and more. For those who typically sail concierge on Disney Cruise Line, Royal's Sky and Star classes may be of interest for the breadth of included amenities and, at times, lowe...

Ep. 396 - It's a Grudge Match: Disney v. Celebrity v. Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines

February 22, 2024 13:00 - 59 minutes - 110 MB

Jennifer joins Sam this week for an epic cruise line throw down between Disney Cruise Line (DCL), Celebrity Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line (RCCL). We're comparing the cruise lines across their offerings for families and adults: from kids clubs to onboard activities, shows, pools, service, food and so much more. Which cruise line comes out on top? You'll have to listen to find out. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-nig...

Ep. 395 - Bonus - It's Going to be Epic: Why You Might Want to Visit Universal Before or After a Disney Cruise with Unofficial Guide Author Seth Kubersky

February 20, 2024 13:00 - 59 minutes - 108 MB

Seth Kubersky, author of The Unofficial Guide to Universal 2024, joins us this week to discuss why you might want to visit Universal before or after your next Disney Cruise Line (or Disney parks vacation). Universal is currently building the first theme park of the 21st Century - Epic Universe. Slated to open in Summer 2025, Epic Universe will bring together Super Mario Land, Harry Potter and the Ministry of Magic, How to Train Your Dragon, and Dark Universe. It will also see Universal open ...

Ep. 394: Rebecca's Back: A DCL Cast Member Shares Her Experienece from the Dream

February 16, 2024 20:12 - 1 hour - 129 MB

Everyone's favorite Disney Cruise Line cast member, Rebecca, joins Sam this week to share her experience sailing the Disney Dream during her first European Cruise Season. Rebecca shares her thoughts on some of the new DCL entertainment offerings onboard, her favorite and least favorite port stops and adventures, and also discusses what's next for her as an Adventures by Disney Adventure Guide. All that and more on this week's episode! If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise...

Ep. 393 - Bonus - Isn't it Iconic?: Sailing Onboard the Largest Ship in the World - Icon of the Seas

February 14, 2024 12:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MB

Margaret and Sara, travel agents with our show sponsor My Path Unwinding Travel, join us this week to share their experience sailing on Royal Caribbean's newest ship and the largest ship in the world - Icon of the Seas. What's it like being onboard a mega ship? We're talking staterooms, onboard atmosphere, RCCL's "neighborhood" concept, dining, kids clubs, activities and more. It's go big or go home when it come to Icon of the Seas, so come here if this truly gargantuan ship might be right f...

Ep. 392 - Live Bonus Show - Grab Your Crystal Ball: Discussing the Future of Disney Cruise Line

February 13, 2024 04:53 - 1 hour - 130 MB

Rebecca, the founder of the largest Disney Cruise Line Facebook group and the creator of the DCL Community, joins us on this week's live show to discuss the future of Disney Cruise Line. We don't have any inside info, but as three DCL enthusiasts we thought we'd put our heads together and discuss: the Adventure; the Treasure; what will happen to the Magic and Wonder; and so much more.  You can find Rebecca on her YouTube Channel. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise abo...

Ep. 391 - Fantasy Awaits: Tabitha Shares Her First Time Sailing Disney Cruise Line

February 09, 2024 19:09 - 1 hour - 147 MB

Tabitha joins us this week to share her family's experience sailing Disney Cruise Line for the first time aboard the Disney Fantasy. What did Tabitha think of DCL and all it had to offer? We're chatting booking, check-in, stateroom, onboard experience, activities, port stops, shore excursions, entertainment, food and so much more. We love getting the first-timer's perspective on DCL, so if you've been thinking about booking your first Disney Cruise Line adventure - this is the show for you.  

Ep. 390 - Bonus - Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise: Part Two with Leslie

February 07, 2024 20:02 - 54 minutes - 99.4 MB

Leslie joins us for an extra special bonus episode direct from Royal Caribbean's nine-month Ultimate World Cruise aboard the Serenade of the Seas. We loved hearing about this cruise and getting Leslie's thoughts on the sailing as a different perspective from our prior guest, Jenny. We're chatting about planning, logistics, staterooms, shore excursions, ports, onboard activities, crew, and, of course, food. We're hoping to check back in with Leslie (and Jenny) in a few months to see how their...

Ep. 389 - Live Bonus Show - Princess Cruises v. Disney Cruise Line: Who Will Take the Crown?

February 06, 2024 04:50 - 59 minutes - 109 MB

Fan favorite Josh, your resident "DCL Villain" returns to share his recent experience sailing on Princess Cruises. We're comparing Princess and Disney Cruise Line across booking, check-in, onboard activities, nightlife, staterooms, dining, shows and more. Come see if DCL can de-throne Princess, or if Princess takes the crown. All that and more on this live bonus episode. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, ...

Ep 388 - An Extra Dose of Aloha: Sailing Back-to-Back from Vancouver to Sydney

February 02, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 127 MB

On this week's show we're chatting with John all about his recent Disney Cruise Line sailing aboard the Disney Wonder from Vancouver, BC, to Honolulu, Hawaii, and then onward to Sydney Australia. What was it like sailing for such an extended period with DCL? John takes us through the shore excursions, onboard activities, food, and even his family's brush with DCL's current COVID-19 protocols. All that and so much more on this week's show filled with extra Aloha! If you want to join the DCL ...

Ep. 387 - Bonus - Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise: Part One with Dr. Jenny

January 30, 2024 13:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MB

We are so excited to bring you an update from Dr. Jenny Travels who came to us remotely from Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise!! This cruise, a 9-month trip around the world aboard Serenade of the Seas, has garnered a ton of social media attention and turned some of its passengers into overnight celebrities. Dr. Jenny is one such passenger. We couldn't wait to hear what it was like onboard, all the of the logisitics surrounding a 9-month cruise, and some of the highlights! We're labeli...

Ep. 386 - The View Across the Pond: A Brit Shares Her Experience Sailing Disney Cruise Line

January 26, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 127 MB

Gemma joins us this week to share the UK perspective on Disney Cruise Line. Gemma recently sailed on a DCL cruise on the Disney Dream out of New York. We're always excited to get a view Disney Cruise Line from those outside the US, and this episode is no exception. From onboard experience, to food, shows, ports, excursions and so much more. Come here what a Brit things about sailing with Disney Cruise Line. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for...

Ep. 385 - Bonus - Scooter Parking Only: Sailing with Disabilities on Disney Cruise Line

January 23, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 111 MB

Danielle joins us on our bonus episode this week to share her experience sailing Disney Cruise Line with a disability. Danielle is mobility impaired and rented a scooter for her DCL sailing. Come hear what she thought about the accessibility of Disney Cruise Line. You can also follow Danielle's advntures on her YouTube channel if you want to hear more of her experiences and insights traveling with a disability. We are so thankful Danielle came to share her experience with us, so we could hel...

Ep. 384 - Theres a First Time for Everything: Mallory Shares Her Experience Sailing Disney Cruise Line for the First Time

January 19, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 130 MB

Mallory joins us to share her family's first experience sailing on Disney Cruise Line. What did Mallory think of the DCL experience? Would she go back? We're finding out as we explore what Mallory's family did from ports, shore excursions, onboard activities, food shows and so much more. Come hear what Mallory thought about Disney Cruise Line and whether she'd sail again! If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19,...

Ep. 383 - Bonus - Trekking to Hawaii: A 10-Night Westbound Hawaii Cruise on DCL

January 16, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 127 MB

Brandon and Jen from The Tourist Trek Vlog join us this week to share their Disney Cruise Line experience sailing the Disney Wonder from Vancouver to the paradise that is Hawaii. Come hear about all the fabulous stops and port adventures in the Hawaiian islands and what Brandon and Jen did to have fun on the long trip across the Pacific to Hawaii. From onboard entertainment to food, shows and so much more, we're covering the Aloha lifestyle on DCL on this week's episode. Watch out for Stitch...

Ep. 382 - Sometimes Homeless, Always Sailing: Dan and Mikkel Are Back to Share Their 2023 Cruising Adventures

January 12, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 132 MB

Mikkel and Dan from the Sometimes Sailing and Sometimes Home blogs are back! We're catching up with them about all of their cruising adventures in 2023. From an Alaska sailing on a native-owned ship, to the Tennessee River on a river cruise, to a fabulous ocean cruise around Italy and Europe. Dan and Mikkel are sharing all of their adventures with us on this episode. It's jam-packed with great cruising tips and some new cruising adventures you might want to explore yourself! If you want to ...

Ep. 381 - Bonus - You Only Packed a Carry-on?: A Westbound Transatlantic Sailing on the Disney Dream

January 09, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 133 MB

Janette joins us on this week's bonus episode to share her experience sailing the Disney Dream on a Westbound Transatlantic crossing. With so many days onboard, did Janette get bored on Disney Cruise Line? Hardly! We're chatting about the sailings's port stops, excursions, onboard activities and so much more. Also, Janette packed everything she needed in a carry-on for this trip! That alone makes this episode worth a listen. All that and more on this week's bonus show. If you want to join t...

Ep. 380 - Rolling on the River - The DCL Duo+ Sails the Danube with Adventures by Disney

January 06, 2024 02:46 - 1 hour - 203 MB

Join us as we share our first ever Adventures by Disney experience; a River Cruise aboard the stunning Ama Viola down the Danube from Germany to Budapest, Hungary. It's a Christmas Markets river cruise with all the top-notch Disney service we've come to love. From our time onboard, the food, the fabulous adventure guides, the amazing excurions and the sites in all of the cities we were able to visit -- we're discussing it all. Is an ABD river cruise or adventure for you and your family? Come...

Ep. 379 - It's a Kind of Magic: A 4-Night Sailing on the Disney Magic from Miami

January 02, 2024 16:40 - 1 hour - 125 MB

Sean joins us to share his experience on of the Disney's Magic's and Disney Cruise Line's final sailings out of the Port of Miami this past summer. Come hear what Sean thought about the Magic post-drydock, as well as his experience sailing out of Miami. With DCL's shift to Fort Lauderdale, it may be the last time any Disney ship sails out of this iconic port. Come relive the experience with Sean, on this week's episode. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Dis...

Ep. 378 - Castles, Marble and Fancy Things: A Northern European Cruise on Disney Cruise Line

December 29, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 132 MB

Our good friends Kelly and Craig join us to chat all about their Disney Cruise Line adventure to Northern Europe aboard the Disney Dream. Was Europe ready for the Dream? Yes and no, according to Kelly and Craig. We're chatting all about their experience with shore excursions, ports of call, food, shows and so much more on this jam-packed DCL adventure! You can follow along with more of Craig and Kelly's adventures as the Cruising DCL Family on Twitter and Instagram. Kelly is also a fabulous...

Ep. 377 - Bonus - When it All Goes Wrong: A Listener Shares Why Using a Travel Agent Made the Difference

December 26, 2023 15:30 - 59 minutes - 109 MB

Lyndsay and Angie join us this week to discuss the importance of using a qualified travel agent when booking travel. Lyndsay found herself in a difficult situation with a travel agent that had booked her family's first Disney Cruise. Enter Angie, our super hero from our show sponsor, My Path Unwinding Travel. Not only did Angie lend Lyndsay a hand in working with her existing agent, she seemlessly rebooked Lyndsay and her family on their DCL sailing when things weren't getting better. What s...

Ep. 376 - Planes, Trains and Automobiles: A Kiwi Shares Her Experience on Disney Cruise Line

December 22, 2023 20:03 - 1 hour - 130 MB

Lauren joins us on this episode all the way from Auckland, New Zealand, to share her experience sailing on the Disney Wonder as a part of Disney's Magic at Sea sailings in Australia and New Zealand. Come hear what Lauren, a local Kiwi, thought about her first experience on DCL. From character meets to trivia, Lauren dove right into the Disney experience, and we couldn't wait to chat all about it with her. Buckle-up because we're headed down under for this episode! If you want to join the DC...

Ep. 375 - Bonus - Was it a Fun Ship?: Disney Cruise Line vs. Carnival Cruise Line

December 19, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 92.6 MB

Jonathan is back to share his experience sailing on Carnival Cruise Lines. As an avid Disney and Disney Cruise Line fan, we always love hearing Jonathan's perspective on other cruise lines and how they compare to DCL. From ships, to rooms, onboard spaces, food, shows, ports, excursions and so much more. Come hear how DCL fares against Carnival Cruise Lines in this bonus episode of the DCL Duo Podcast. And be sure to check-out Jonathan's podcast - Captain's Logs and Lightsabers wherever you l...

Ep. 374 - Nightmares About Tiny Elevators: A Western European Cruise on Disney Cruise Line

December 15, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 119 MB

Eric joins us to shre his experience with Disney Cruise Line aboard the Disney Dream on a fabulous Western European itinerary. Come hear about all the fabulous port stops, shore excursions, special activities, food, shows and so much more on this amazing DCL sailing. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, you can head over our to our booking page at My Path U...

Ep. 373 - Bonus - Members Only: The 2023 DVC Member Cruise with Benji from Laughing Place

December 13, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 147 MB

Benji from The Laughing Place is back to share his recent experienec sailing on the 2023 Disney Cruise Line and Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise. Benji shares all the special extras and gifts from this amazing DCL DVC sailing. We also spent some time getting Benji's thoughts on the Disney Treasure. Lots of laughs and lots of fun. Of course, we expect nothing less from our friends at The Lauging Place blog. Check them out for all your Disney news needs! If you want to join the DCL Duo Inau...

Ep. 372 - Bonus - A Kiwi Sails DCL: Cruising the DIsney Magic from Auckland

December 11, 2023 22:40 - 50 minutes - 93.3 MB

Bailey joins us all the way from Auckland, New Zealand this week to share her experience sailing Disney Cruise Line "down under." Bailey recently experienced one of Disney Cruise Line's Australia/New Zealand Magic at Sea sailings, and we couldn't wait to hear all about the experience from a local's perspective. From cost to booking, onboard experience, shows, food and so much more it was a blast hearing about Bailey's first ever experience with DCL. We even learned some fun cultural idiosync...

Ep. 371 - A Match Made in Heaven: A Northern Europe Cruise and Adventures by Disney

December 08, 2023 17:55 - 1 hour - 150 MB

Martha and Howie join us this episode to chat all about their Northern Europe cruise on Disney Cruise Line, and the Adventures by Disney they coupled with their DCL sailing. We're chatting shore excursions, sights like Tivoli Gardens, the onboard experience, food, some rough weather and a whole lot of fun. All that and more on this exciting European Vacation with DCL and ABD. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June...

Ep. 370 - Bonus - Hayley Tries HAL: Holland America Cruise Line vs. Disney Cruise Line in Alaska

December 05, 2023 13:00 - 59 minutes - 109 MB

Haley is sharing her experience sailing on Holland America (HAL) to Alaska. As a long-time Disney and Disney Cruise Line fan, we wanted to hear what Haley thought about the experience as compared to DCL. We're chatting food, excursions, activities, and onboard spaces, head-to-head with Disney Cruise Line.  If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals can help you find the perfect vacation ...

Ep. 369 - Gobble Gobble: The DCL Duo Spend Thanksgiving on the Disney Magic

December 01, 2023 18:18 - 1 hour - 140 MB

The Duo share their experience sailing Disney Cruise Line over the Thanksgiving Holiday aboard the Disney Magic. Come hear all the special holiday offerings Brian and Sam experienced onboard this DCL Thanksgiving and Very Merrytime cruise. From activities, characters, decor and food, the Duo are covering it all. We also had some feedback for Disney across the Disney Magic itself, some of the shore excursions and how DCL handled an onboard norovirus outbreak. All that and more on this special...

Ep. 368 - Bonus - Chim Chim Cher-ee: A UK Ship Spotter Shares His Experience Sailing Disney Cruise Line

November 29, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 127 MB

On this episode, Sam is joined by Andrew McAlpine a UK "ship spotter" who lives near and works at the Port of Southampton. Andrew takes some of the most intresting and beautiful shots of various cruise ships as they come in and out of port - we absolutely love following him on X - @CruiseshipP. Andrew shared with Sam his most recent experience sailing on the Disney Dream on a 4-night sailing from Southampton. We couldnt' wait to get Andrew's thoughts on his experience, and his reactions on D...

Ep. 367 - Rope Dropping the Fantasy: A Family's First Experience with Disney Cruise Line on an Eastern Caribbean Fantasy Sailing

November 24, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 183 MB

Karsh and Hiral join us this episode to share their first Disney Cruise Line experience, a 7-night Eastern Caribbean sailing on the Disney Fantasy. Come hear what Karsh and Hilal thought about the DCL experience, including ports, kids activities, food, shows and so much more. They even chose to do an excursion on their own on their very sailing.  If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professional...

Ep. 366 - Bonus - Starcrossed Podcasts: Chatting Disney Cruise Line with the Market House Podcast

November 22, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 132 MB

Caleb and Caitlyn join us this week from the Market House Podcast, to chat all about their recent sailing on Disney Cruise Line, adults only. Caleb and Caitlyn are two true Disney enthusiasts and we absolutely love their show. We wanted to hear their thoughts on DCL before having their first child, and can't wait to catch-up again with them soon to hear what it's like to transition from adults only sailing to family sailing on Disney Cruise Line. We had a blast talking to them and know you'l...

Ep. 365 - Bonus - 23 Days at Sea: Back-to-Back Disney Cruising from Canada to Hawaii to Australia

November 20, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 136 MB

Collin joins on this episode to share his family's experience sailing Disney Cruise Line from Vancouver to Honolulu to Sydney. Come hear what it was like to spend 23 days onboard the Disney Wonder, and what Colling and his family thought of the exprience. From shore excrusions, onboard activities, food and so much more. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, ...

Ep. 364 - A Krause Mouse Adventure: Talking Disney Cruise Line with the Krause Family

November 17, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 128 MB

Alan and Rachael from the Krause Mouse Adventure vlog join us this week to chat about their family's recent Disney Cruise Line adventure, a 7-night Western Caribbean sailing on the Disney Fantasy. Come hear what they think about DCL, and what they got up to on their most recent Disney cruise vaction. From ports to food, shows to onboard activities, we're cover it all with this fun dynamic duo.   If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel ...

Ep. 363 - Bonus - G'Day: DCL's Inaugural Transpacific Sailing and First Adventures by Disney Sydney Escape

November 15, 2023 17:10 - 1 hour - 219 MB

Mike and Connie join us this week to chat all about their amazing Disney Cruise Line Transpacific sailing from Honolulu to Sydney, and their Adventures by Disney Sydney Escape following the cruise. This was Disney's inaugural transpacific sailing and the first ABD Sydney Escape. Come hear all the fun Mike and Connie had from onboard experiences to shore excursions, food and more. If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her ...

Ep. 362 - Sigling to Reykjavik: An Icelandic Cruise on Disney Cruise Line

November 12, 2023 01:23 - 1 hour - 128 MB

Chris joins us on this episode to share his family's amazing experience sailing the Disney Dream for 10-nights to Iceland. This is definitely a bucket-list Disney Cruise Line saiing and couldn't wait to hear about the ports, shore excursions, food and enterintment that Chris and his family were able to experience on this amazing DCL sailing. If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Na...

Ep. 361 - Bonus - A Doggone Good Time: Sabrina Introduces Her Friends to Disney Cruise Line

November 08, 2023 20:41 - 59 minutes - 108 MB

On this episode we're joinged by Sabrina, who shares her experience taking her friends on their first Disney Cruise Line sailing, an Eastern Caribbean cruise on the Disney Fantasy, including a stop in San Juan. Come hear how Sabrina made this voyage an unforgettable DCL experience for her friends, including what shore excursions they did, what they got up to onboard, and their thoughts on shows, dining, and so much more!  If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to...

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