DCL Podcast

Good friend of the show, and frequent Disney Cruiser, Steve from Tampa joins us to discuss his family’s recent stay at Disney’s Hilton Head Resort. The resort had recently opened when Steve and his family stayed there. We discuss some of the changes in procedures due to Covid 19 you will find if visiting there soon, along with their room, activities available, how the pool and beach house operate, and of course dining options at and near the resort. I hope you’ll find as we did, that if you’re looking for a little bit of Disney magic outside of the parks, Disney’s Hilton Head Resort is just the place to find it. Contact Steve, Christy, or 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?view_as=subscriber Support our show via: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Carol from Florida, joins us this week to discuss how her family saved money on port adventures when they sailed to Alaska last Summer. They sailed aboard the Norwegian Joy, so we start by discussing some of the differences between Norwegian and Disney. We then take a look at each of the ports they stopped at, what they had planned, and how they saved money over booking excursions through the Cruise Line. So instead of those crowded tourist buses, lets grab a cab and set out on adventure, as we travel the ports of Alaska. Contact Steve, Christy, or Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightdisneybychris@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast Support our show via: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Disney Vacation Club is one of the many things you can learn about when sailing aboard the Disney ships. We are very excited to bring you our conversation with Nick Cotton, President and founder of the DVC Resale Market. Nick began his career with the Disney company as an Industrial Engineer, and he soon pivoted to working with Disney Vacation Club. While at working for DVC, Nick spent many years aboard the DCL ships representing DVC. After leaving DVC and Disney, Nick started his own company, the DVC Resale Market. His company is now instrumental in helping family’s buy and sell DVC contracts on the resale market. In this episode, we have a fun time hearing about Nick’s background, life aboard the ships, how he founded his company, and where he see’s DVC in the future. So sit back and relax, as we learn all about DVC and the amazing company Nick started, the DVC Resale Market. If you would like to find out more info. about DVC, contact Nick and his team at: https://www.dvcresalemarket.com Phone Number – 1 (844) 382-7767 Email: inbox@dvcresalemarket.com Contact Steve, Christy, or Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightdisneybychris@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast Support our show via: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

This week Steven Barrett, the author of the Hidden Mickeys series of books, joins us to discuss all things Hidden Mickey. We discuss how his passion for finding Hidden Mickeys started, then we touch on some of the fun ones he’s found through the parks and ships, and finish up talking about his book series and App. So get your best detective hat and magnifying glass out, we’re headed out into the parks and onboard the ships, in search of those Hidden Mickeys. Good luck, and good hunting everyone! You can connect with Steve and purchase his books via: http://www.HiddenMickeyGuy.com http://www.facebook.com/hiddenmickeyguy http://www.instagram.com/hiddenmickeyguy https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/hidden-mickeys-steven-barrett/1102208573 https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Mickeys-Disney-World®s-Secrets/dp/1937011291 Contact Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightdisneybychris@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast Support our show via: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Amber joins us once again for Part 2 of our Aulani series. In this episode we step outside of the Aulani Resort, as we discuss some of her family’s favorite activities, hikes, excursions, and restaurants around the island of Oahu. I’ve tried to list all of the places we talked about below, along with links to some of their websites. So make a quick stop at the ABC Store, grab a Musabi and some POG Juice, as we head out to explore the beautiful island of Oahu. Places to Visit around Oahu: Pearl Harbor: https://www.nps.gov/valr/planyourvisit/fees.htm Hanauma Bay: https://hanaumabaystatepark.com Kualoa Ranch: https://www.kualoa.com Byodo-In Temple: https://www.byodo-in.com Waimea Valley: https://www.waimeavalley.net Dole Plantation: https://www.doleplantation.com Restaurants discussed in the show: Leonards Malasada’s, Rainbow Drive-In, My Cafe, Ku’Ana Cafe, Locomoco Drive In, En Fuego, and Boots and Kimo’s. Contact Steve, Christy, or Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightdisneybychris@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 Christ: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Amber joins us again as we turn our focus on Disney’s cruise ship in the Pacific, Aulani. She and her family have been to Aulani and Oahu several times, so she was the perfect person to help us talk about the resort and the island, and all that they offer. In Part 1 we take a look at the Resort itself, rooms available, DVC perks, food options within Aulani and near the resort, kids activities at Aunties Beach House (the Kids Club), adult/family activities at the community center, hanging out at the Pool and Beach areas, and cultural activities around the resort as well. In Part 2, we’ll tackle several activities around the island. So put on your shades, reef shoes, and rash guard…and get ready for a deep dive into all that Aulani has to offer. Listen to more about Aulani via the Tomorrow Society Podcast and My DVC Points Podcast: https://tomorrowsociety.com https://mydvcpoints.com/category/podcast/ Contact Steve, Christy, or Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com chirsty@packyourpixiedust.com brightdisneybychris@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

Lake and Katie from MouseGen join us this week to discuss their experience running the 10K and 1/2 Marathon during Princess 1/2 Marathon weekend. We discuss the expo, places to stay, the courses, characters on the courses, and their race day experiences. We finish up by discussing their upcoming cruise aboard the Disney Dream. So lace up those shoes and get ready to hit the courses, as we talk Run Disney. Follow Lake and Katie via their Vlog and Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=MouseGen https://www.instagram.com/mouse.gen/ Contact Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightdisneybychris@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

Brian from the DCL Duo Podcast joins us to look back at the #CuarantineCay5K Virtual Run this past Memorial Day Weekend. A huge thanks to all of you who ran/walked it with us, support our shows, and to those who donated to Give Kids the World. For a first time event, we felt like it was a real success because of your support. We look forward to bringing you more events like this in the future. Contact Steve, Christy, or Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightdisneybychris@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dclpodcast Support our show via Patreon or TeePublic: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast https://www.teepublic.com/user/dcl-podcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Chris from NorCal joins us again this week to discuss his last cruise, sailing out of New Orleans aboard the Disney Wonder. It was just Chris and his wife this time. We have a good time discussing what they did before the cruise in New Orleans (beignets anyone?), all of the onboard fun they had, and a windy day in Cozumel. So put your feet up, and join us, as we look back at one of the first sailings aboard the Disney Wonder out of New Orleans. Contact Steve, Christy, or Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightdisneybychris@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

Brian and Sam from the DCL Duo Podcast join us in this episode to discuss their family’s Disney trip this past January. This trip encompassed just about everything you can do under the Disney umbrella. They ran races during Marathon Weekend, sailed aboard the Disney Dream and ran Run Disneys Castaway Cay Challenge, stayed at the Riviera Resort for the first time, and spent time in several of the parks. So join us as we look back on all the fun they had during this amazing trip. Follow Brian and Sams Disney Adventures through their podcast The DCLDuo: http://www.dclduo.com Contact Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightdisneybychrist@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