DCL Podcast

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. 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 Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

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. 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 Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

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. 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 Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

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. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Nova: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com Connect with 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 or Steve: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com steven@mwatravels.com

This is a re-broadcast of our Coffee at the Cove Live show, where Steve and Christy discuss Adventures by Disney 2024 Land Release. Connect with Steve and Christy: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

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”! Follow Stephan and purchase his books via: https://www.stephanmlee.com/ Connect with Steve, Christy, and Nova: steve@dclpodcast.com p christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@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

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. Listen to Dennis and his amazing co-host Jay, at Podcast Stardust: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-stardust/id1484270010 Connect with Steve, Christy, and Nova: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@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

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. Connect with Lake, Stephen, Steve, or Christy: mousegenblog@gmail.com steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com Watch the Playback of this episode, and Live Streams of future episodes via YouTube and Facebook: https://www.youtube.com/@MouseGen http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast Follow MouseGen via; http://www.instagram.com/mousegen

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. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Nova: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@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

Steve and his family headed to the island of Oahu this past Spring Break, where they spent a week on the island and 5 nights at Aulani. Before checking into Aulani, they visited the U.S.S. Missouri, took surf lessons on the North Shore, visited Laniakea Beach to see the turtles, explored the old town of Hale’iwa, and even dropped in at Dole Plantation for some Dole Whip. They then checked into Aulani for the last 5 days in the Islands. We discuss the check in process, the Aulani App (which actually works now), dining options, favorite lounges, running and walking paths of Ko’Olina, thoughts on their 1 bedroom villa, and of course all the fun you can have in the pools and around the Aulani Resort. So grab your sunglasses, your reef friendly sun spray, and don’t forget your Rubber Slippers (flip flops), we’re headed out for adventure around the Island of Oahu and the Beautiful Aulani Resort and Spa. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Nova: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@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