DCL Podcast

As we sail into March, roughly a year from when Disney Cruise Line and the rest of the cruise industry shut down, we thought it was time to do a quick show to discuss where we’ve been, and where we’d like to go. Rebecca joins Steve, Christy, and Chris to look back on her last sailing aboard the Disney Dream, an how she and her family pivoted in their travel plans, during this past year. We then turn our focus on what we’re looking forward to when the industry, and Disney Cruise Line begins sailing again. With so many positives that have happened in our lives, along with a lot of you out there, the glass is definitely 1/2 full, and we all look forward to the day when we’re sailing and traveling again! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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 Port Adventure series continues, as we take a look at things to do in Tortola and St. Thomas. Adam joins us this month, and brings a unique perspective to our series, as he grew up vacationing most summers on the islands with his parents. He brings a good over-all view to the differences between the islands, along with some of the unique adventures you can have on both. We hope this series helps you plan your next adventures for your upcoming cruise. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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

Award winning author, Paul Thornton, joins us to discuss his latest book, Cruising Interrupted. This is the follow up to his highly successful book, The Joy of Cruising, which you can hear us discuss in Episode 102. Paul again fills his latest book with the stories of many people around the globe, who have one thing in common, they love cruising. He interviews globe trotters, bloggers, cruise communicators, quirky cruisers, cruisers like you and me, and he does an excellent job talking to several people who’s cruises were affected by the Covid crisis, as the industry shut down. This is the book, and Paul is the perfect story teller, for all of us who can’t wait to get back on the water and explore the world. So grab a warm drink, and find that perfect chair, it’s time to explore the world of cruising, with award winning author Paul Thornton. You can connect with Paul, and order Cruising Interrupted through his website: http://www.cruisinginterrupted.com You can also buy his book via Amazon (Kindle or Paperback): https://www.amazon.com/Cruising-Interrupted-follow-up-formerly-known/dp/1098344650/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=cruising+interrupted&qid=1614033559&sr=8-1 Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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

We are excited to have Carrie Hayward, owner of the Fairy Tale Weddings Guide and The Disney Wedding Podcast, join us to discuss all aspects of getting married at Disney. Carrie is the “go to” source for all information concerning weddings with Disney Cruise Line, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani, and Tokyo Disneyland. She does an amazing job sharing her and her listeners experience and information via her podcast, and her wedding guide (available electronically and via paperback). So join us in this fun episode as we discuss how she began her podcast, tips for getting married on DCL, some of her favorite venues, and of course some of her best advice for those planning a Disney Wedding, vow renewal, or pre/post wedding party. So button up that tux, lace up that dress, and don’t forget your glass slippers, we’re talking Disney Weddings with the amazing Carrie Hayward. Connect with Carrie, find links to her podcast, and order her Wedding Guide via: http://www.fairytaleweddingsguide.com Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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

This week we kick off the first episode in a short side series we will be running this Spring, featuring the history of cruising. We’ve titled the series, “Cruising through History”, we should have an episode out once a month, in addition to our regular episodes. Good friend of the show, Stephen from Tampa, has agreed to help me out with it. To that note, we are both amateur historians, so if you find us saying anything wrong, or you know differently, please reach out to us so that we can correct it in a future episode. To kick off the series, we take a look at a small portion of history surrounding Gorda Cay (aka Castaway Cay). The information for this show, came from an article published in Outside Magazine published in 2004, and was written by the grandson of a gentleman named Alvin Tucker, who owned the island in the 60’s and 70’s (see the link below to take you to the article). I hope you enjoy this look back at a small portion of the island, we all love to visit during our cruises through the Caribbean. Enjoy everyone. Outside Magazine article, “Blackbeard Doesn’t Come Here Anymore”: https://www.outsideonline.com/1835901/blackbeard-doesnt-come-here-anymore Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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

Listener Jen joins us again this week to discuss her family’s once in a life time trip to the Galapagos Islands this past Dec/Jan. Their trip was a 7 day cruise to the North and Western part of the Galapagos Islands, and was booked through Ecoventura. Jen and her family have travelled with Adventures by Disney several times, so they were well adjusted to overseas small group travel, and this trip (although not with ABD) did not disappoint. We cover traveling to Ecuador during Covid, staterooms on the ship, food available (including allergy precautions), the onboard naturalist who guides your tours during the day, along with discussions at night, and of course the amazing animals and adventures you take during the cruise. So lace up your hiking boots and grab your wet suit and snorkel, were headed for the trip of a life time, as we cruise through the Galapagos Islands. Book your trip to the Galapagos Islands with Adventures by Disney or Ecoventura: http://www.adventuresbydisney.com http://www.ecoventura.com Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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

Meghan, from the DCL Cruise Nerd channel on YouTube, joins us this week to talk all things Disney Cruise Line. Meghan has been on over 80, yes 80, Disney Cruises and she has a vast knowledge of the ships, shows, and destinations. Currently on furlough from DCL, she decided to create her own YouTube channel to share her vast knowledge of DCL, with everyone looking to cruise with them in the future. Check out her YouTube channel for the latest cruise news, along with tips and tricks for sailing with DCL. Enjoy everyone! Connect with Meghan via: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOQuVtEWW97EJcCKb2mskqA http://www.facebook.com/dclcruisenerd http://www.instagram.com/dcl_cruise_nerd Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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

Dave from Iowa, joins us this week to discuss visiting the Walt Disney Family Museum. The Walt Disney Family Museum is located in the Presidio, next to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. It is a non-profit museum dedicated to presenting an inspirational journey through the life of Walt Disney. It also aims to inspire future generations to heed their imagination and persevere in pursuing their goals. Dave has visited the museum several times, and is a valuable resource in help you plan your trip, time, and even dining options available at the museum. I hope you enjoy this over view of one of my favorite museums around the country, and that it inspires you to visit it, the next time you’re in the Bay Area. Find out more about the Walt Disney Family Museum: http://www.waltdisney.org Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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

Chris in the Concierge (on Twitter), joins us to discuss his family’s quick trip to Aulani over New Years. Chris and his family are DVC owners at Aulani, and have visited the resort several times. He does a great job detailing the differences visiting the resort now vs. during normal non-covid times. We also talk about some of his family’s favorite places to dine around the resort and in Waikiki. Traveling to Hawaii is a little different now, so we also cover what steps you need to take before you depart the mainland for the islands. So kick off your rubber slippers, and kick back on your lanai, we’re headed over to Oahu to spend some time at Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa. Check these sites for more information in traveling to Hawaii: http://www.gohawaii.com http://www.travel.hawaii.gov Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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 the first episode in our new series for 2021, as we turn our focus on Port Adventures in the different destinations that Disney Cruise Line sails. Each month we’ll pick a port and discuss some of the Port Adventures some of our listeners have experienced, and ones that they might like to take next time they’re there. This week we turn our focus on Alaska. Alaska is an amazing destination with so much diversity (whale watching, hiking, sled dog adventures, panning for gold, ride a train through the mountains, or take a flight to a glacier), you’re sure to find something for everyone to do in each port. So grab that Castaway Club back pack and get her ready, we’re headed off the ship on an Adventure of a lifetime. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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