

The DCL Dude Podcast
Wes Dauer
The DCL Dude Podcast is a show dedicated to all things Disney Cruise Line! We will talk recent DCL news, share travel tips, interview guests, go over the best and worst (ok, mostly best) that DCL has to offer, share trip reports, and hopefully interact with you, the listener!
Follow us on Twitter (@theDCLdude) or like us on Facebook (facebook.com/dcldudepodcast)!
Follow us on Twitter (@theDCLdude) or like us on Facebook (facebook.com/dcldudepodcast)!
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Apr 8, 2025 • 59min
Episode 173: Adults Only on the Disney Wish
Krystyne joins me from Indiana this week to discuss her recent cruise to the Bahamas with her husband aboard the Disney Wish! We talk about her experiences upgrading to Concierge at the port, cruising without her kids, dining in Enchante, and more! I hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Mar 10, 2025 • 59min
Episode 172: Marvel Day at Sea on the Disney Dream
My son and I recently started re-watching the Marvel movies, so I wanted to check-in on the onboard Marvel Day at Sea cruise experience. Rachel joins me this week from the Orlando area and we discuss her family's recent cruise aboard the Disney Dream, complete with character interactions and magical moments. We also talk about cruising with young kids and how a Disney Cruise is the best for a vacation without an agenda. Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Feb 7, 2025 • 52min
Bonus Episode: DCL Summer 2026 Itinerary Announcement
In this bonus episode, we're going through the new summer 2026 Disney Cruise itineraries that were released earlier this week. Disney Cruise Line will be visiting places like Alaska (with two ships!), the Mediterranean, Norway, the Caribbean, and the British Isles! Lots to unpack and I've invited my friend, CT, to help me sort it all out. New bookings open next week based on your Castaway Club status: Monday 2/10: Pearl Tuesday 2/11: Platinum Wednesday 2/12: Gold Thursday 2/13: Silver and DVC Monday 2/17: General booking If you'd like to work with me, send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com!

Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 1min
Episode 171: A Maiden Voyage on the Disney Treasure
In this week's episode, Landon and Bridget join me to discuss their family's experience on the December 2024 Maiden Voyage of the Disney Treasure. From all the new lounges and main dining restaurants, to the stateroom gifts, we cover all the exciting things about experiencing a new ship for the first time. Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Dec 30, 2024 • 36min
Episode 170: Navigating Port Everglades with a Harbor Pilot
In this week's episode, I had a fascinating chat with a seasoned Port Everglades harbor pilot about the challenges and skills required to safely navigate massive vessels through one of the busiest ports in the U.S. From tight channels to unpredictable weather, hear about what it takes to guide ships in and out of port, ensuring smooth operations and safety on the water. This conversation offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at the vital work of harbor pilots. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 2min
Episode 169: Our Thoughts on the Disney Treasure
We recently had the opportunity to sail on a short preview cruise on the brand-new Disney Treasure. In this episode, we share our experiences, thoughts, and overall opinions of the ship and the new spaces onboard. There is lots to love about the Treasure and we can't wait to go back! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Dec 11, 2024 • 51min
Episode 168: Back-to-Back Cruise Trip Recap Part II
In this week's episode, I am recapping our recent 4-night Bahamian cruise with stops at Lookout Cay and Nassau, which was the second of back-to-back cruises! The cruise was a bit different for us, but we still had an amazing time and I hope you enjoy this episode! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Nov 25, 2024 • 1h 11min
Episode 167: Back-to-Back Cruise Trip Recap Part I
Our family returned last week from an amazing nine nights aboard the Disney Dream on back-to-back cruises to the Western Caribbean and the Bahamas! Alyssa joins me in this episode as we discuss the first of our B2B cruises, which was a 5-night itinerary calling on Cozumel and Castaway Cay, with to days at sea. I hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Oct 28, 2024 • 1h 6min
Episode 166: Love it or Leave it - Disney Adventure
In my previous episode, we made predictions about what we might see one day aboard the Disney Adventure. Now that the details have been announced, Doug from Rope Drop Radio and Rope Drop On Deck joins me to play "Love it or Leave it" with all the new things we learned about the Adventure. Do you "love" the Disney Adventure or are you in the "leave it" camp? Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Oct 14, 2024 • 58min
Episode 165: Predictions for the Disney Adventure
We learned on Tuesday last week about the Disney Adventure reveal event scheduled for October 16. Prior to hearing about that, my friend, Chris, and I discussed everything we currently know about the Disney Adventure and made a few predictions about what me might one day learn. Lucky for us, it seems we may not have to wait too long to find out how our predictions turn out! Be sure to check out CT's new blog at www.tinfoilmouseears.com! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!


