Ep. 613 - From Glaciers to Volcanoes: Disney Wonder Back-to-Back Alaska & Hawaii

What’s it like to sail back-to-back on the Disney Wonder from Alaska to Hawaii? In this episode of the DCL Duo Podcast, we welcome back Carin, a longtime listener and Disney Cruise Line veteran with 37 sailings under her belt, to share her incredible back-to-back adventure from Vancouver to Alaska and onward to Hawaii.

Carin walks us through the planning and logistics of back-to-back cruises, including what turnaround day really looks like, how long you’re off the ship, and what to expect if you’re changing staterooms. We talk packing strategies for wildly different climates, laundry routines onboard, and lessons learned from traveling nearly carry-on only.

In Alaska, Carin shares highlights like sled dog puppies, bear viewing in Ketchikan, and an unforgettable small-boat whale-watching experience in Juneau. Then we head to Hawaii, where she breaks down rental car strategies, favorite beach stops on Kauai and Maui, sea turtle sightings on the Big Island, and the onboard cultural enrichment that makes these longer Pacific sailings so special. We also cover a near pier-run moment that proves why planning buffer time matters.

Finally, we wrap up with updated favorites across Disney Cruise Line — ships, dining, stage shows — and what’s next on Carin’s cruise bucket list.

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