

DCL Duo Podcast: A Disney Cruise Line Fan Podcast
Brian & Sam
The DCLDuo Podcast is a Disney Cruise Line focused podcast. We're DCL super fans who love cruising. We love talking about our own Disney Cruise Line Adventures, comparing DCL to other cruise lines, and talking about other Disney adventures, like Adventures by Disney.
We love talking to Disney Cruise Line fans, as well as experts, insiders, authors, bloggers, vloggers, travel agents and cruise lovers! Follow us and our guests on our journeys, and listen-in as we chat about cruising, Disney Cruise Line, and all of our other fabulous Disney adventures!!
We love talking to Disney Cruise Line fans, as well as experts, insiders, authors, bloggers, vloggers, travel agents and cruise lovers! Follow us and our guests on our journeys, and listen-in as we chat about cruising, Disney Cruise Line, and all of our other fabulous Disney adventures!!
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Dec 26, 2023 • 59min
Ep. 377 - Bonus - When it All Goes Wrong: A Listener Shares Why Using a Travel Agent Made the Difference
Lyndsay and Angie join us this week to discuss the importance of using a qualified travel agent when booking travel. Lyndsay found herself in a difficult situation with a travel agent that had booked her family's first Disney Cruise. Enter Angie, our super hero from our show sponsor, My Path Unwinding Travel. Not only did Angie lend Lyndsay a hand in working with her existing agent, she seemlessly rebooked Lyndsay and her family on their DCL sailing when things weren't getting better. What should you look for in a good travel agent? Come find out!
If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, you can head over our to our booking page at My Path Unwinding Travel to secure your room today!!
If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals, including Angie, can help you find the perfect vacation for you and your family.
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts

Dec 22, 2023 • 1h 11min
Ep. 376 - Planes, Trains and Automobiles: A Kiwi Shares Her Experience on Disney Cruise Line
Lauren joins us on this episode all the way from Auckland, New Zealand, to share her experience sailing on the Disney Wonder as a part of Disney's Magic at Sea sailings in Australia and New Zealand. Come hear what Lauren, a local Kiwi, thought about her first experience on DCL. From character meets to trivia, Lauren dove right into the Disney experience, and we couldn't wait to chat all about it with her. Buckle-up because we're headed down under for this episode!
If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, you can head over our to our booking page at My Path Unwinding Travel to secure your room today!!
If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals can help you find the perfect vacation for you and your family.
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts

Dec 19, 2023 • 51min
Ep. 375 - Bonus - Was it a Fun Ship?: Disney Cruise Line vs. Carnival Cruise Line
Jonathan is back to share his experience sailing on Carnival Cruise Lines. As an avid Disney and Disney Cruise Line fan, we always love hearing Jonathan's perspective on other cruise lines and how they compare to DCL. From ships, to rooms, onboard spaces, food, shows, ports, excursions and so much more. Come hear how DCL fares against Carnival Cruise Lines in this bonus episode of the DCL Duo Podcast. And be sure to check-out Jonathan's podcast - Captain's Logs and Lightsabers wherever you like to listen.
If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, you can head over our to our booking page at My Path Unwinding Travel to secure your room today!!
If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals can help you find the perfect vacation for you and your family.
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts

Dec 15, 2023 • 1h 5min
Ep. 374 - Nightmares About Tiny Elevators: A Western European Cruise on Disney Cruise Line
Eric joins us to shre his experience with Disney Cruise Line aboard the Disney Dream on a fabulous Western European itinerary. Come hear about all the fabulous port stops, shore excursions, special activities, food, shows and so much more on this amazing DCL sailing.
If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, you can head over our to our booking page at My Path Unwinding Travel to secure your room today!!
If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals can help you find the perfect vacation for you and your family.
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts

Dec 13, 2023 • 1h 20min
Ep. 373 - Bonus - Members Only: The 2023 DVC Member Cruise with Benji from Laughing Place
Benji from The Laughing Place is back to share his recent experienec sailing on the 2023 Disney Cruise Line and Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise. Benji shares all the special extras and gifts from this amazing DCL DVC sailing. We also spent some time getting Benji's thoughts on the Disney Treasure. Lots of laughs and lots of fun. Of course, we expect nothing less from our friends at The Lauging Place blog. Check them out for all your Disney news needs!
If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, you can head over our to our booking page at My Path Unwinding Travel to secure your room today!!
If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals can help you find the perfect vacation for you and your family.
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts

Dec 11, 2023 • 51min
Ep. 372 - Bonus - A Kiwi Sails DCL: Cruising the DIsney Magic from Auckland
Bailey joins us all the way from Auckland, New Zealand this week to share her experience sailing Disney Cruise Line "down under." Bailey recently experienced one of Disney Cruise Line's Australia/New Zealand Magic at Sea sailings, and we couldn't wait to hear all about the experience from a local's perspective. From cost to booking, onboard experience, shows, food and so much more it was a blast hearing about Bailey's first ever experience with DCL. We even learned some fun cultural idiosyncrasies that Bailey experience onboard her sailing. All that and more on this week’s extra special bonus episode!
If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, you can head over our to our booking page at My Path Unwinding Travel to secure your room today!!
If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals can help you find the perfect vacation for you and your family.
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts

Dec 8, 2023 • 1h 22min
Ep. 371 - A Match Made in Heaven: A Northern Europe Cruise and Adventures by Disney
Martha and Howie join us this episode to chat all about their Northern Europe cruise on Disney Cruise Line, and the Adventures by Disney they coupled with their DCL sailing. We're chatting shore excursions, sights like Tivoli Gardens, the onboard experience, food, some rough weather and a whole lot of fun. All that and more on this exciting European Vacation with DCL and ABD.
If you want to join the DCL Duo Inaugural Podcast Cruise aboard the Disney Magic for her three-night sailing on June 19, 2024 from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and Lookout Cay, you can head over our to our booking page at My Path Unwinding Travel to secure your room today!!
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts

Dec 5, 2023 • 60min
Ep. 370 - Bonus - Hayley Tries HAL: Holland America Cruise Line vs. Disney Cruise Line in Alaska
Haley is sharing her experience sailing on Holland America (HAL) to Alaska. As a long-time Disney and Disney Cruise Line fan, we wanted to hear what Haley thought about the experience as compared to DCL. We're chatting food, excursions, activities, and onboard spaces, head-to-head with Disney Cruise Line.
If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals can help you find the perfect vacation for you and your family.
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts

Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 16min
Ep. 369 - Gobble Gobble: The DCL Duo Spend Thanksgiving on the Disney Magic
The Duo share their experience sailing Disney Cruise Line over the Thanksgiving Holiday aboard the Disney Magic. Come hear all the special holiday offerings Brian and Sam experienced onboard this DCL Thanksgiving and Very Merrytime cruise. From activities, characters, decor and food, the Duo are covering it all. We also had some feedback for Disney across the Disney Magic itself, some of the shore excursions and how DCL handled an onboard norovirus outbreak. All that and more on this special holiday episode of the podcast!
If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals can help you find the perfect vacation for you and your family.
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts

Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 9min
Ep. 368 - Bonus - Chim Chim Cher-ee: A UK Ship Spotter Shares His Experience Sailing Disney Cruise Line
On this episode, Sam is joined by Andrew McAlpine a UK "ship spotter" who lives near and works at the Port of Southampton. Andrew takes some of the most intresting and beautiful shots of various cruise ships as they come in and out of port - we absolutely love following him on X - @CruiseshipP. Andrew shared with Sam his most recent experience sailing on the Disney Dream on a 4-night sailing from Southampton. We couldnt' wait to get Andrew's thoughts on his experience, and his reactions on DCL as compared to some of the other lines he's sailed.
If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, then head over to My Path Unwinding Travel so Karen and her team of expert travel professionals can help you find the perfect vacation for you and your family.
If you use Sea Bands to prevent motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands.
Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation, check out Nanny Land and use affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount.
Would you like to send us a question or a comment call our Google Voicemail line at (402) 413-5590 or email us at info@dclduo.com.
If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @DCLDuo, or on Instagram @dcl_duo; join our Facebook Group; subscribe to our YouTube channel; or become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. If you want to see even more ways to connect with us just hit up our LinkTree or browse to our website.
The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.
We're listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts and Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts


