DCL Podcast

Christy, Lake, and Kaitie breakdown Disney Cruise Lines Summer 2024 sailings, which were released March 23, 2023.

Erin Foster, Co-Auther of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line, joins us to discuss whats new in their 2023 edition. Erin has cruised on all of Disney’s ships, from the Caribbean, to Alaska, to Europe and beyond. In addition, she was a founding member of the Disney Parks Moms Panel (now known as planDisney), where she helped answer guests questions to help them make the most of their Disney Travels. Nova and Christy have a fun time talking to her about whats new in the 2023 edition, along with her thoughts on Disney’s newest ship the Wish. They also touch on what we may see on Disney’s next ship, the Treasure, along with some speculation on the Global Dream. We hop you enjoy this fun conversation with the amazing Erin Foster. You can purchase the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line wherever you buy books… Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or your local bookstore. Connect with Touring Plans: https://www.amazon.com/Unofficial-Guide-Disney-Cruise-Guides/dp/162809141X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B1NEBBVZM1DL&keywords=unofficial+guide+to+disney+cruise+line+2023&qid=1679437162&sprefix=unofficial+guide+to+%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-1 https://touringplans.com/disney-cruise-line Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@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

Our good friend Joe Cheung, from the Disney Deciphered Podcast, joins us to discuss his family’s latest sailing aboard the Disney Dream. This was a four day sailing out of Miami, featuring stops at Nassau and Castaway Cay. Joe and his family first spent time at Walt Disney World. While there, they went on the Up Close with Rhino’s Tour at Disneys Animal Kingdom, and we hear all about what his family thought about this unique one of a kind tour. From WDW we’re off to Miami to set sail on the Disney Dream, where we discuss his family’s experiences with the kids clubs, dining, onboard entertainment (I mean, who wouldn’t want to play the Mid Ship Detective Agency game with Ariel?), spending time in a Cabana on Castaway, and his thoughts on sailing Concierge for the first time as well. So if you’re ready for a land and sea vacation, with a fun loving family who shuts down the dining room every evening onboard? Then grab your sunglasses and fitbit, and lets be honest, leave the book..you’re never gonna get a chance to open it…because we’re headed out to sea with the Cheung family aboard the beautiful Disney Dream. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@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

Join us for a Rebroadcast of our March Cabana’s Live Show. We touch on a myriad of topics around Disney Cruise Line, including: An update on the Treasure construction, thoughts on the merchandise released for Disney’s 25th anniversary at Sea, update on the new Castaway Club Pearl Status, and much more. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@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

Stephen, our roving reporter from Tampa, joins us this week to discuss his family’s first cruise aboard the Disney Wish. We have a fun time hearing his expectations before he boarded her, and how they were met during this 3 night sailing. Along the way we discuss the kids clubs, dining, onboard entertainment, favorite spaces to relax and enjoy some couple time, and of course his thoughts on the AquaMouse and upper pool for family’s. As Stephan says, the devils in the details, and in this case, sailing aboard the Wish for him and his family, didn’t disappoint. So grab your suit, your sunglasses, and don’t forget….you have to slide feet first on the incredi-course….we’re headed out to sea with a fun loving family aboard the Disney Wish.

Lindsay joins us this week to discuss her latest cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy with her year old daughter. This was actually the third cruise her daughter has been on, including a sailing to Alaska aboard the Wonder, and the Caribbean aboard the Dream. Lindsay does an amazing job talking about all the tips and tricks which have helped her family while cruising, and also shows why Disney Cruise Line is the perfect line to cruise with young children. She touches on tips for the stateroom, dining, spending time in the Small World Nursery, and even tips on how to make the most of Jack Jacks Diaper dash. But sailing with DCL is not all about the kids, Lindsay also touches on all the fun she an her husband had while onboard, including the amazing desert experience you can book at Remy. So are you ready to get away from the daily home routine, and hit the high seas with your young kids? If so, pack your bags and don”t forget your sense of humor, we’re headed out to explore the world aboard the beautiful Disney Fantasy, with a fun loving family. Follow Lindsay and her family’s travels via : http://www.instagram.com/lindsaydiponzio Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@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

Our friends, Kaitie and Lake from MouseGen, are back with us to discuss their latest cruise on the Disney Wish, featuring Run Disney’s Castaway Cay 5K challenge. Fresh off Marathon weekend at Walt Disney World, they jumped on the Disney Wish for a four night sailing featuring stops in Nassau, and Castaway Cay. This was their second sailing on the Wish, so it was fun to get their perspective on things they hadn’t experienced the first time (like lots of relaxing time spent in the Rain Forest Room of the Spa), along with their second impressions on the rooms, dining, onboard entertainment, and thoughts on some of their favorite lounges. Since this cruise also featured Run Disney’s Castaway Cay 5K Challenge (part of Marathon Weekend at WDW), they also cover what was offered onboard before the race, along with all the race day fun and excitement. So grab your running gear, your sunglasses, and your swim suit (hey, you gotta relax a bit as well!), we’re headed out to sea on the beautiful Disney Wish, with our amazing friends Kaitie and Lake from MouseGen. Connect with Kaitie and Lake via: https://www.youtube.com/@MouseGen http://www.instagram.com/mouse.gen Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@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 8 of the Run Disney Run Down, a collaboration podcast with MouseGen and the DCL Podcast. Lake, Stephen, and Steve are back to get you ready for Run Disney’s upcoming Princess Marathon Weekend. We discuss picking up your race bib, what you’ll find at the Expo, where we are planning on staying during the race weekend, and we touch on and give our thoughts on each of the race courses this weekend. 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, questions about Run Disney, or future episodes, please contact us via the links below. Connect with Lake, Stephen, and Steve: mousegenblog@gmail.com steve@dclpodcast.com Watch the Playback of this episode, and Live Streams of future episodes via YouTube and Facebook: https://www.youtube.com/c/mousegen http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast Follow MouseGen via: http://www.instagram.com/mousegen

Becky Gandillon from Touring Plans, joins us this week to discuss her family’s latest sailing on the Disney Dream, featuring a Marvel Day at Sea. Becky does an amazing job at Touring Plans, breaking down data, so you and your family can maximize your time and experiences in the Disney Parks, and aboard Disney Cruise Line. We first hear all about the fun and excitement of their Marvel Day at Sea aboard the Dream. She then shares some of her favorite tips on how to make the most of the kids clubs, dining experiences, port adventures, and meeting characters during specialty sailings, like Marvel Day at Sea. So if you’re ready, it’s time to maximize your fun and experiences with Touring Plans Becky Gandillon, as we set sail aboard the beautiful Disney Dream. Connect and Follow Becky via: https://touringplans.com/blog/new-touringplans-teaches-episode-high-crowd-day-at-magic-kingdom/ https://touringplans.com/blog/ https://www.instagram.com/raisingminniemes/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6WbmcbghTw Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6WbmcbghTw Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast

Coby joins us again to talk about his recent cruise on the Disney Dream, with just his wife Tiffany. We all love our kids, but sometimes it’s amazing to spend some adult time on vacation, with just your significant other, and this cruise hit that mark perfectly for Coby and Tiffany. We have a fun time talking about the dining, shows, entertainment in the evenings, pool time, and of course all the fun lounging and snorkeling on Castaway Cay. So make sure those bags are packed, because the grand parents have arrived to spend time with your kids, and it’s time for just you and your significant other to set sail aboard the beautiful Disney Dream. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@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