DCL Duo Podcast: A Disney Cruise Line Fan Podcast

On this week's show we're catching up with Josh who took his first cruise a few weeks ago - and boy did he go big! Josh put together a back-to-back sailing aboard Royal Caribbean and Disney Cruise Line, pitting the two against each other for a comparison across staterooms, food, and activities. And, let's not forget the biggest battle of all - Coco Cay versus Castaway Cay!! All that and more on one of this weeks show! Oh, and tons of laughs throughout!! If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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 our friends over at Touring Plans travel to chat all about Disney Cruise Line's early 2023 itinerary releases. Some new and exciting cruises await, and we wonder what the heck is going on with the Wonder! All that and more on this special bonus episode. If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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

On our bonus show this week, we're talking about how we're thinking about and planning for our upcoming 3-night cruise aboard the Disney Wonder out of San Diego for Sam's birthday. It's our first time back aboard a classic ship in a long time, but we are so excited to see how sailing out of San Diego goes under the new protocols. We chat capacity and expectations for this short cruise, as well as some planning tips if you're coming into San Diego early for a cruise.  All that and more on this week's bonus show. If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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

On this week's show we're catching-up with listener Anthony, all about his family's first time aboard Disney Cruise Line, on a U.K. staycation sailing aboard the Disney Magic. And what an adventure it was as Anthony booked a back-to-back sailing from London's Tilbury cruise terminal. Anthony shares some of his favorite things from the cruise from dining, shows and more! If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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

Point-Counterpoint is a new regular installment of the DCLDuo podcast where we debate topics given to us by our Patreons, and our Patreons decide who won the argument. On this installment, Sam and I chat about whether it makes sense to eat dinner at Palo on a 3- or 4-night cruise. Would you forego a rotational dining restaurant for Palo? Here our best arguments on both sides. If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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

This week we're catching with our good friend Steve from Tampa, who is also a regular contributor to The DCL Podcast. Was so excited to catch-up with Steve to chat about his recent and last-minute decision to book a 3-night cruise on the Disney Dream. Steve's been a little reluctant to get back out there sailing, and I wanted to hear what finally tipped him over the edge. Steve's also taking some first timers on this cruise with him, and I wanted to hear how he was approaching setting expectations with some new Disney cruisers right now. If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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

On this week's show we are catching up with Carol to hear more about her family's recent "back-to-back" sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. The Fantasy is currently doing 4-night sailings, with a three night break between sailings. So Carol and her family had to navigate changing testing and port protocols, as well as get COVID tests for the kids in between sailings. Carol shares her reactions to being back onboard the Fantasy for its first revenue sailing, and the differences she experienced between sailings. If you'd like to connect with Carol and follow along on her family's Disney cruising adventures you can find her on Instagram @disneycruise_momof3. If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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

On this week's bonus show we're sharing our top 5 tips for sailing on Disney Cruise Line right now, as the Fantasy, Dream and Wonder resume sailings in the US under reduced capacity and new protocols. Come benefit from our experience on two sailings since the ships have started back-up, with a third sailing next month. Hear our keys to success to make your next Disney Cruise Line sailing magical and fun! If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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

Brian recently got the chance to take Chad Pennycuff, host of the MyDVC Point Podcast, on his very first Disney Cruise. A four night cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy with two stops at Castaway Cay. Come hear Chad's thoughts on the experience, from boarding, to the stateroom, food, activities and his impressions of Castaway Cay; Chad offers his honest thoughts on the experience. It's always great to introduce someone new to our favorite cruise line, and Brian had a blast helping Chad navigate this new Disney experience. You can can connect with Chad and his show over at mydvcpoints.com. Special thanks to Christy Pudyk from The DCL Podcast for letting us have a little fun at her expense at the show opener.  The audio there was shared with her permission.  Thanks for being a great sport, Christy.  Be sure to catch Christy and her co-hosts at one of our other favorite DCL podcasts on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.  You can also catch up with Christy over at Pack Your Pixie Dust. If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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 so excited to welcome Andrew to our show this week all the way from the UK. Andrew is a self-proclaimed "ship-geek" and "ship-spotter" who loves taking photos of ships coming in and out of the port of Southampton near his home in the UK. Andrew recently experienced his first sailing on Disney Cruise Line aboard the Disney Magic for a 3-night UK staycation, and we were eager to hear his thoughts. After photographing the Disney ships over the years, did the onbaord experience live-up to Andrew's expectations? Come give a listen to find out! You can follow Andrew and see his photos on Twitter (@CruiseshipP) and Instagram (@Maritimegeek) If you're looking to plan your next fabulous Disney Cruise, Disney vacation or really any cruise or vacation, be sure to support our show and reach out to the fabulous folks over at Touring Plans Travel, our show sponsor.  We use Touring Plans Travel for our own family vacations, and love their service and expertise.  Touring Plans puts you, the customer, ahead of the product and will always recommend the best options for you and your family.  Head over to http://touringplans.com/travel to get a free quote today!! 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