DCL Duo Podcast: A Disney Cruise Line Fan Podcast

This week we're chatting with Jennifer, a destination specialist with Touring Plans, all about her recent South Pacific sailing on Windstar cruises around Tahiti. We always love hearing about experiences aboard other cruise lines, and Windstar has a unique luxury-level small ship offering that sits between true ocean cruising and more rustic expedition adventures. Of course, Windstar is very different from Disney Cruise Line, so we couldn't help doing a little compare and contrast of Windstar vs. DCL.  All that and so much more on this week's exciting trip to the South Pacific! If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, have been thinking about sailing concierge, have been eying an Adventures by Disney Trip, or are interested in what other kinds of vacations might be available, 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.  Karen and her team are knowledgeable, responsive and welcoming and we are so excited to have them as a sponsor of your show! If you use Sea Bands to help prevent seasickness and motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands designed to fit your lifestyle. Thanks to Blisslets for sponsoring our bonus episodes! Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation? Be sure to check out Nanny Land!! They've got tons of options from babysitting services, in-park nannies, and even nannies who will come with you on your next DCL vacation.  They cover all of the Disney parks and resorts, world-wide, and are probably much more affordable than you might imagine.  Use our affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount on your next Nanny Land booking. The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast.  If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. You can also join our Facebook Group, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great content. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. You can also connect with us and read our blog at our website. Or you can become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. You can also leave us a voicemail ‪at our Google Voice line, (402) 413-5590‬, and we'll answers your questions or respond to your comments on the air. 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. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening!! We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at:  Top 100 Disney Podcasts

We are continuing our conversation with Gayle and Kara on our bonus show this week - but taking it in a different direction.  It's time for a DCL team sweet versus team savory throw down.  Listen in as we share our favorite sweet and savory food items aboard Disney Cruise Line.  We are also answering a listener questions about LNG-refueling and it's impact on the Disney fleet.  All that and more on this week's bonus show!! Gayle is a travel specialist with Off to Neverland Travel. You can connect with her on Facebook. If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, have been thinking about sailing concierge, have been eying an Adventures by Disney Trip, or are interested in what other kinds of vacations might be available, 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.  Karen and her team are knowledgeable, responsive and welcoming and we are so excited to have them as a sponsor of your show!  If you use Sea Bands to help prevent seasickness and motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands designed to fit your lifestyle. Thanks to Blisslets for sponsoring our bonus episodes! Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation? Be sure to check out Nanny Land!! They've got tons of options from babysitting services, in-park nannies, and even nannies who will come with you on your next DCL vacation.  They cover all of the Disney parks and resorts, world-wide, and are probably much more affordable than you might imagine.  Use our affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount on your next Nanny Land booking. The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast.  If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. You can also join our Facebook Group, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great content. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. You can also connect with us and read our blog at our website. Or you can become a supporter of the show over at Patreon.  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. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening!! We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at:  Top 100 Disney Podcasts

We've got one of our favorite guests back on the show this week, Gayle from Off To Neverland Travel, and her friend Kara. This duo recently sailed together on the Disney Fantasy, and wanted to share all the ways they relaxed and recharged onbaord. Spoiler, the didn't even get a spa treatment! From activities, to ports, to the famous loungers on Deck 4, Gayle and Kara are sharing all their onboard favorites - including the chicken fingers! Settle into a comfy chair, take a deep breath, and head to your happy place, because we're bringing you a lot of relaxing vibes on this week's episode!! Gayle is a travel specialist with Off to Neverland Travel. You can connect with her on Facebook. If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, have been thinking about sailing concierge, have been eying an Adventures by Disney Trip, or are interested in what other kinds of vacations might be available, 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.  Karen and her team are knowledgeable, responsive and welcoming and we are so excited to have them as a sponsor of your show!  If you use Sea Bands to help prevent seasickness and motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands designed to fit your lifestyle. Thanks to Blisslets for sponsoring our bonus episodes! Would you like a little downtime for date night or just some time to reconnect as adults on your next Disney vacation? Be sure to check out Nanny Land!! They've got tons of options from babysitting services, in-park nannies, and even nannies who will come with you on your next DCL vacation.  They cover all of the Disney parks and resorts, world-wide, and are probably much more affordable than you might imagine.  Use our affiliate Crown Code: KING85 to get a discount on your next Nanny Land booking. The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast.  If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. You can also join our Facebook Group, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great content. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. You can also connect with us and read our blog at our website. Or you can become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. 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. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening!!  We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at:  Top 100 Disney Podcasts

Our guest this week, Stephanie, has been on a whopping 58 Disney Cruise Lines, sailed aboard every DCL ship, has also sailed most of the other major cruise lines including MSC, Royal Caribbean and soon Norwegian Cruise Lines, and works in the cruise travel industry for Porthole Cruise Magazine. She's been sailing Disney Cruise Line since she was 6 years old. We couldn't wait to get her thoughts on the Disney Wish from her Christening Cruise, and to have her compare her experience to her favorite Disney ships, and some of the other ships she's sailed on. We covered a ton on this week's bonus show - and know you'll have a blast hearing all of Stephanie's thoughts.

We're catching up with Erin Foster, the co-authort of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line and frequent contributor to the Touring Plans blog, to hear all about her experience and thoughts on the Wish, Disney Cruise Line's newest ship. Erin is a true DCL expert and an avid cruiser. Love getting her perpsective on the newest ship in the fleet from rooms, onboard spaces, shows, the pool deck, bars, food and more!!  You won't want to miss Erin's opinion on the Wish - it's one we deeply trust. You can always connect with Erin over at the TouringPlans Blog where she is a regular contributor, or be sure to grab your copy of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line from Amazon.com. If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, have been thinking about sailing concierge, have been eying an Adventures by Disney Trip, or are interested in what other kinds of vacations might be available, 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.  Karen and her team are knowledgeable, responsive and welcoming and we are so excited to have them as a sponsor of your show! If you use Sea Bands to help prevent seasickness and motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands designed to fit your lifestyle. Thanks to Blisslets for sponsoring our bonus episodes! The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast.  If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. You can also join our Facebook Group, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great content. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. You can also connect with us and read our blog at our website. Or you can become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. 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. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening!! We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at:  Top 100 Disney Podcasts

We're continuing our conversation with Jonathan from our main show, to chat about his stay at Aulani before his DCL Hawaii sailing on the Wonder. Aulani is a favorite destination for us, and the closest thing we've found to a Disney Cruise Line vacation on land. We're getting the update from Jonathan on what's changed since we were last at Aulani, and chatting about some of his favorites on and off property.  So many great recommendations in this week's show if you're planning to visit Aulani! You can also find Jonathan on his own podcast about Star Wars and Star Trek: Captain's Logs and Lightsabers. If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, have been thinking about sailing concierge, have been eying an Adventures by Disney Trip, or are interested in what other kinds of vacations might be available, 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.  Karen and her team are knowledgeable, responsive and welcoming and we are so excited to have them as a sponsor of your show! If you use Sea Bands to help prevent seasickness and motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands designed to fit your lifestyle. Thanks to Blisslets for sponsoring our bonus episodes!   The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast.  If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. You can also join our Facebook Group, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great content. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. You can also connect with us and read our blog at our website. Or you can become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. 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. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening!! We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at:  Top 100 Disney Podcasts

We're catching-up with long-time listener and friend of our show, Jonatha, about his Hawaii cruise aboard the Disney Wonder earlier this year.  These unique 10-day sailings offer an opportunity to visit some great ports and pack in plenty of days at sea to experience all the amazing activities onboard. We're chatting about the boarding process in Honolulu, the amazing port stops and adventures, and all of the onboard activities and, of course, food, that Jonathan experienced on his sailing. All that and more on this week's episode! You can also find Jonathan on his own podcast about Star Wars and Star Trek: Captain's Logs and Lightsabers. If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, have been thinking about sailing concierge, have been eying an Adventures by Disney Trip, or are interested in what other kinds of vacations might be available, 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.  Karen and her team are knowledgeable, responsive and welcoming and we are so excited to have them as a sponsor of your show! If you use Sea Bands to help prevent seasickness and motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands designed to fit your lifestyle. Thanks to Blisslets for sponsoring our bonus episodes! The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast.  If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. You can also join our Facebook Group, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great content. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. You can also connect with us and read our blog at our website. Or you can become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. 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. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening!! We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at:  Top 100 Disney Podcasts

We are talking Disney Cruise Line Fall 2023 Itineraries with Gunes, a travel agent with our amazing show sponsor, My Path Unwinding Travel.  What's going on with the Wonder, who is conspicuously absent from the DCL Fall 2023 lineup? What new itineraries does DCL have? The Panama Canal is back - but on the Magic! What's popular, what's staying the same, and how are prices looking?  All that and more on this special bonus episode of the DCL Duo Podcast. If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, have been thinking about sailing concierge, have been eying an Adventures by Disney Trip, or are interested in what other kinds of vacations might be available, 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. Karen and her team are knowledgeable, responsive and welcoming and we are so excited to have them as a sponsor of your show!  If you use Sea Bands to help prevent seasickness and motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands designed to fit your lifestyle. Thanks to Blisslets for sponsoring our bonus episodes! The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast.  If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. You can also join our Facebook Group, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great content. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. You can also connect with us and read our blog at our website. Or you can become a supporter of the show over at Patreon.  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. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening!! We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at:  Top 100 Disney Podcasts

We're wrapping up our back-to-back cruise on the Wish, Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, by rounding out some of the experiences we weren't able to have on the Maiden, but were able to have on the DVC charter sailing. We also wanted to give our final "verdict" on the Wish based on these sailings, and, of course, we wanted to you hear Nathan's final thouughts on the DCL Wish as well.  All that and more on Part 3 of our marathon coverage of the Disney Wish's Innaugural Season!! If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, have been thinking about sailing concierge, have been eying an Adventures by Disney Trip, or are interested in what other kinds of vacations might be available, 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.  Karen and her team are knowledgeable, responsive and welcoming and we are so excited to have them as a sponsor of your show! If you use Sea Bands to help prevent seasickness and motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands designed to fit your lifestyle. Thanks to Blisslets for sponsoring our bonus episodes! The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast.  If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. You can also join our Facebook Group, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great content. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. You can also connect with us and read our blog at our website. Or you can become a supporter of the show over at Patreon.  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. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening!! We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at:  Top 100 Disney Podcasts

It's time for Part 2 of our mega-Maiden Voyage trip report. With the help of Willy, Rebecca, Tracy and Michael we're talking all about Disney Cruise Line's newest ship - the Wish. From food, to shows, bars, adult dining, kids clubs and so much more. We're also chatting about highs and lows from this cruise, as well as where the Wish ranks for each of us amongst the other ships in the Disney fleet.  All that, and we've got your favorite show guest - Nathan.  If you are looking to book your next Disney Cruise, have been thinking about sailing concierge, have been eying an Adventures by Disney Trip, or are interested in what other kinds of vacations might be available, 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.  Karen and her team are knowledgeable, responsive and welcoming and we are so excited to have them as a sponsor of your show!  If you use Sea Bands to help prevent seasickness and motion sickness, then you need to check out Blisslets (via our affiliate link), a stylish alternative to traditional sea sickness bands designed to fit your lifestyle. Thanks to Blisslets for sponsoring our bonus episodes! The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast.  If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. You can also join our Facebook Group, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great content. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. You can also connect with us and read our blog at our website. Or you can become a supporter of the show over at Patreon. 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. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening!! We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at:  Top 100 Disney Podcasts