DCL Duo Podcast: A Disney Cruise Line Fan Podcast Ep. 595 - Bonus Show - Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Inside the Disney Destiny’s Engine Room + Disney Cruise Line's Sustainability Story
Nov 17, 2025
Join hosts as they take you on a rare tour of the Disney Destiny's engine room, revealing insights few guests will ever see. Discover how the ship integrates dual-fuel engines to reduce emissions and manage waste with high-tech systems. Learn about innovative water purification methods and sustainable dining practices onboard. They delve into exciting eco-friendly initiatives, from eliminating single-use plastics to testing reusable wristbands. This behind-the-scenes look showcases Disney's commitment to sustainability at sea like never before!
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Rare Engine Room Access
- Brian described the exclusive engine room tour with about a dozen media outlets and strict PPE and photo rules.
- He emphasized how rare the access was and that Chief Engineer Johan Blochstra personally led the walkthrough.
Hands-On Recycling Verification
- Brian toured the ship's recycling facility and saw crew manually sort materials to maximize recycling rates.
- Disney verifies port recycling partners by visiting facilities to ensure recyclables aren't landfilled.
Dual-Fuel Engines Run Primarily On LNG
- The Destiny uses dual-fuel engines that run mostly on LNG, reducing carbon emissions compared with diesel alone.
- Chief Engineer Johan said the ship operates on LNG about 90–95% of the time and switches to diesel only rarely.