The time has come! Destiny awaits! Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Destiny will make her official debut this week with the Christening ceremony scheduled for Monday evening (11/10) at 6:30PM ET, followed by a three-night christening cruise to the Bahamas. This will will be the first time that photos and videos from INSIDE the ship will be permitted to be shared, so we're about to learn a LOT about what Disney Cruise Line has been up to. To get you prepared, I've come up with my top-five reasons why you should be excited for the Disney Destiny!

Be sure to follow my social media pages next week as I spend almost 7 consecutive nights onboard between a 3-night preview cruise and the 4-night Maiden Voyage. I can't wait to share my thoughts and experiences with you! Thanks so much for tuning in!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Serena from the Living By Disney Podcast joins me in this week's episode to play a fun game of "Would You Rather?" A guaranteed spot in shade on the pool deck or a reserved seat in your favorite lounge? Unlimited AquaMouse with no lines or a skip the line pass to meet your favorite characters? These are the hard hitters were taking on in this week's episode! Tune it to hear the choices we made.

Also, check out Serena's content:

Instagram: @livingbydisney

Podcast: Living By Disney Podcast

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Join me this week as I dive into a head-to-head comparison of Disney Cruise Line's two private island destinations: Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point! In this episode, I'll break down the differences and similarities across five key categories—location and setting, theming, beaches and recreation, dining and amenities, and overall guest experience—to help you decide which tropical paradise suits your cruise vibe. From Castaway Cay's shipwrecked charm and serene lagoon to Lookout Cay's vibrant Bahamian culture and pink-sand shores, I'll explore what makes each island unique and hopefully help you figure out which one is best for your family's perfect beach day (spoiler: it's BOTH!). Hope you enjoy!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

We're going on a (test) cruise! Listener (and cast member!) Meghan joins us in this week's episode to discuss her experience on the August 6 test cruise, which was the final test cruise before cruising resumed on the Disney Dream on August 9! Tune in to hear about her experience, along with the new protocols onboard.

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

I am joined in this episode by Victoria, who sailed on the first official Disney Magic at Sea cruise from the UK and on the first paying passenger Disney Cruise since March 2020!

ALSO, Disney Cruise Line announced its return to US cruising this week, so we get you caught up on all the important things you need to know.

Many of the protocols that were announced were already in place for the Disney Magic at Sea cruises, so it was interesting to hear firsthand about the cruise experience. Victoria was a pleasure to speak with and I know you're going to love hearing about what it's like to cruise with Disney in 2021!

Follow Victoria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disneytoria/

Disney Cruise "Know Before You Go": https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/why-cruise-disney/experience-updates/us/

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Eric is a former (and hopefully future) Disney Imagineer who has worked on a number of different projects for Disney Cruise Line. He also runs a successful business creating customized Disney-themed keepsakes. Tune in to the episode to hear all about his career as an imagineer, his DCL projects, and what currently keeps him busy. And be sure to follow him on instagram @nothinginparticularproductions!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

Do you have anything that you're really looking forward to experiencing on a Disney Cruise someday? Carol from Instagram account @disneycruise_momof3 and Lisa from Instagram account @Seayarealsoon join me in this week's episode to discuss some of our Disney Cruise "bucket lists" experiences. It was a lot of fun and I hope you enjoy! Be sure to share some of your bucket list experiences with me!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

In this bonus episode, Ryan A., Chris S., and Joe K. join me to discuss the newly-released Fall 2022 itineraries. We have some good laughs while going through the schedules of each of the five ships. Hope you enjoy!

Bookings begin Monday, June 21 and if you are looking for a travel agent, please consider letting us help you! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE, no obligation quote!

And don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

We've done it for 3 out of the 4 ships in the fleet, so it was time we finally paid respects to the Disney Wonder. In this episode, we test your knowledge of the second ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Send me a message and tell me how you did!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

I'm so excited to be joined this week by another former Disney Cruise Cast Member who was fortunate to work full-time on Castaway Cay! It was so fun talking to Conner this past week about his experiences and I hope you all enjoy the conversation we had.

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

Listener Ed joins me in this week's episode to talk about some very interesting interactions he's had with some Disney Cruise personnel. We also talk about some of his reactions to the Disney Wish announcement and finish the show with some recommendations for Port Adventures in Hawaii! Hope you enjoy.

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

Today was the big day! We learned a lot about the Disney Wish - so many amazing details. In this episode, I invited a few friends onto the show to discuss all the announcements. Thanks to Emily, Chris, Lisa, Rian, and Josh for taking the time!

If you missed the broadcast, you can find a replay of the video here: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/04/disney-cruise-line-presents-once-upon-a-disney-wish/

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

Lisa is the owner of Instagram account @SeaYaRealSoon. We have a lot of fun in this week's episode talking Disney Cruise Line and our expectations for the Disney Wish. If you're not following Lisa's account on Instagram, what are you waiting for?? It's a great account to help you keep up your DCL spirits while we wait for cruising to return.

Looking forward to an exciting week ahead! Hope you enjoy this week's episode!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

Krystyne joins me from Indiana this week to discuss her recent cruise to the Bahamas with her husband aboard the Disney Wish! We talk about her experiences upgrading to Concierge at the port, cruising without her kids, dining in Enchante, and more! I hope you enjoy!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

We did a live Q&A on Facebook last night, which was a lot of fun! Thanks to everyone who participated! Stay tuned for more live events to come.

I'm loading the audio from last night's live event. I haven't done much production, so the audio quality won't be as strong as it usually is and it might seem a little choppy. Hopefully you'll bear with me through that, but I wanted everyone to have a chance to hear it because there were some great questions asked!

Hope you enjoy!

I'm thrilled to welcome Joe Kaminski on to this week's show. Joe is a Disney artist whose work is featured in the Vista art galleries on the Disney Cruise ships and at various other places throughout the Walt Disney World resort. His work is amazing and it was really fun to chat with him and learn a little bit about his story. Hope you enjoy!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

Not the episode I had originally planned for this week, but there's a lot of chatter going on about the cruise industry and it had me thinking a lot about Castaway Cay this week. So we're going to talk about how to have the perfect day on Castaway Cay in this week's episode! Do you have a better idea of the perfect day? Share it with me!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

The Disney Cruise Line summer 2022 itineraries were dropped this week and one of the ship's schedules did not disappoint! Tune in to find out which one!

And at the end of the show, I catch you up on a news story from last week that I thought was pretty relevant. Happy booking!

If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a 5-star review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

In this week's episode, I'm doing something I haven't done since all the way back in episode number TWO! Tune in to find out what it is...

Also, check out our giveaway on our Facebook page and leave us a 5-star review on iTunes to be entered.

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

You asked for it and I'm excited to kick off the first episode of our Disney Cruise Line ports of call reviews! I'm planning to do these episode periodically and hopefully speak to locals about the best ways to visit these ports of call for a single day.

Mark joins me this week, who owns a bed and breakfast on the island of St. Thomas called At Home in the Tropics. Mark gives us the inside scoop on the best restaurants and bars to try, along with suggestions for some local dishes and drinks. We also talk about things to do in port - both touristy and off the beaten path. If you're planning to visit St. Thomas on a cruise in the future, I would definitely recommend taking note - I know I did!

Please visit Mark's website - www.athomeinthetropics.com - and follow the business on Instagram @athomeinthetropics. Hope you enjoy!

If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a 5-star review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

I'm joined this week by Disney Cruise Line performer, Sophie! We have a lot of fun (and laughs!) talking about her experiences working on the Disney Dream and the Disney Fantasy. Plus, stay tuned until the end to decide which one of us is better at mimicking the other's accent!

Also, be sure to subscribe to Sophie's YouTube channel - Sparkle With Sophie - for some great videos about being a Disney Cruise cast member. She's also on instagram @sparklewithsophiex.

If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a 5-star review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

In the third episode of this series, we test your knowledge to see how well you know the Disney Fantasy. Let us know how you did!

If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a 5-star review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

Happy new year, everyone! 2020 was so much fun that I figured we would dedicate a whole show to reliving it! Just kidding...mostly. In this episode we're going to look back at the top Disney Cruise stories from 2020. And no, they are not all related to the pandemic. Take a listen as we look back on the stories you did hear or may have forgotten about.

If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a 5-star review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

I'm excited to be joined this week by Scott Sanders, the creator of the Disney Cruise Line Blog! We talk a little bit about his blog, and then get into the state of the cruise line and I get some of his thoughts on the new ships. AND be sure to stick around until the end for "Scott's favorite things".

Be sure to follow Scott on Twitter @theDCLblog and check out his site: www.disneycruiselineblog.com

If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a 5-star review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

My son and I recently started re-watching the Marvel movies, so I wanted to check-in on the onboard Marvel Day at Sea cruise experience. Rachel joins me this week from the Orlando area and we discuss her family's recent cruise aboard the Disney Dream, complete with character interactions and magical moments. We also talk about cruising with young kids and how a Disney Cruise is the best for a vacation without an agenda. Hope you enjoy!

Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!

In this episode, we're going back in time as I re-visit a cruise my wife and I took back in 2013. We got hit with a pretty good winter storm this week, so I needed to put myself somewhere warm and tropical to get me through it! I hope you enjoy!

If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a 5-star review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote!

In this week's episode, we are going to look ahead to some of the exciting things we can expect from Disney Cruise Line! I have my list of things I'm looking forward to, but I'd love to hear what yours are - send me a message!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

I'm joined in this week's episode by Doug from the Rope Drop Radio podcast and we're talking about our favorite Disney Cruise Line onboard activities. Here's hoping we get back to enjoying these activities very soon!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

Did you see the announcement from Disney Cruise Line about the early 2022 cruise itineraries? Not to worry, I have you covered in this bonus episode. We'll go through all the details of the announcement, including the Disney Wonder's return to HAWAII!

Opening day bookings for these new itineraries begin on Monday, October 19. If you'd like us to help you book your cruise, send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com.

Happy booking!

For many, including myself, Castaway Cay is the perfect private island paradise. But it takes a lot of work for it to look the way that it does when you get you first look as the ship approaches.

I have always wondered what life is like for a Castaway Cay castaway, which is why I was SO excited that Heath was willing to come on the show and tell us what's it's all about. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did!!

You can find Heath on Instagram @heathmaginn

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Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

I'm joined in this week's episode by Steve and Chris from the DCL Podcast and by my friend Chris in the Concierge Lounge! We each give you our top-3 reasons to take a Disney cruise, which means you'll have plenty of reasons to get excited about cruising again! We had a lot of fun recording this episode, so I hope you have just as much fun listening!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

The Port of Galveston held their monthly board of trustees meeting last week and some interesting details and information came from it regarding an eventual return to cruising. I'll give you the details of parts related to Disney Cruise Line, but if you want to hear the meeting in its entirety, you can find it here:

https://portofgalvestontx.new.swagit.com/videos/75259

Also, a special thanks to Scott from the Disney Cruise Line Blog for pointing out the information!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

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We're talking ports of call in this week's episode! My friend, Joe, from backtothemouse.com joins me as we go through our top-5 ports of call. Hope you enjoy!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

In this week's episode, we'll get you all caught up on the recent news from Disney Cruise Line, and THEN we'll test your knowledge of the Disney Magic! Be sure to drop me a message or a comment letting me know how you did!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

In this week's episode, I'm talking with a Disney Cruise cast member. Ryley is a youth activities counselor on the Disney Magic. He and I met on our last cruise and he was kind enough to join me on my show. We talk about preparing for his first contract, his role onboard, and ship life. Hope you enjoy!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

In this bonus episode, we're going through the new summer 2026 Disney Cruise itineraries that were released earlier this week. Disney Cruise Line will be visiting places like Alaska (with two ships!), the Mediterranean, Norway, the Caribbean, and the British Isles! Lots to unpack and I've invited my friend, CT, to help me sort it all out.

New bookings open next week based on your Castaway Club status:

Monday 2/10: Pearl

Tuesday 2/11: Platinum

Wednesday 2/12: Gold

Thursday 2/13: Silver and DVC

Monday 2/17: General booking

If you'd like to work with me, send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com!

Hey Everyone! Disney Cruise Line announced its Fall 2021 itinerary lineup on Thursday. I wanted to give you a quick rundown of the new itineraries and provide a few thoughts. Bookings begin on Monday, 7/27 for Platinum Castaway Club members, so take a look at the new itineraries and tell me which ones you're planning on booking!

If you'd like to book with us to receive some EXTRA onboard credit with our opening day promotion, send me an email - wes@mickeyworldtravel.com

In this week's episode, I invited some friends on the show to discuss a recent survey released by Disney Cruise Line.

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

Nick C is a former Disney Imagineer and Disney history junkie. We talk about his experiences sailing with Disney Cruise Line, some interesting facts about some of the early cruise ship features, and the future of Disney Cruise Line.

You can follow him on Twitter @NickCucerzan. He also run the @HistoryAtDisney Twitter account, which is a MUST-follow. Hope you enjoy!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

For this episode, I've invited a few listeners to come on and play some DCL-themed "Would You Rather?" I came up with a few different scenarios and it was fun to hear everyone's answers. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed this conversation!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

In this episode, I look back on our 7-night Alaskan cruise from Seattle in 2012. I did my best to remember as many details as possible with the hope that it might be helpful for someone else planning their own trip to Alaska. It was really fun to re-live this experience, so I hope you will enjoy it, too!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

Thanks to everyone who submitted questions for this week's quarantine Q&A! We talk through a range of different topics from the best eye scream swirl flavors to Disney's future cruising plans. As always, feel free to submit questions at any time and I'll try to answer them either online or on the show! Enjoy!

If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!

Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started!

In this episode we are putting a Disney Cruise spin on a fantasy football draft. Tune in as we make our selections to design the best cruise experience. We'll tell you our reasons for our picks and make a pitch for why you should choose our cruise. There is a lot at stake, so please visit our social media pages (Facebook and Twitter) and VOTE for who you think designed the best cruise experience!

Doug: @ropedropradio

Joe: @backtothemouse

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The Disney Magic was/is supposed to be heading to Europe soon. If she does go, it will be without cruise passengers. In honor of the upcoming European season, I've asked listener Chris to come on and talk about his 8-Night cruise around the Mediterranean last summer!

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In this week's episode, we bring you our full review of Disney Cruise Line's Marvel Day at Sea: the good, the bad, and the room for improvement. Hope you enjoy!

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In this episode, my wife and I discuss our recent 5-Night Bahamian cruise aboard the Disney Magic WITH a Marvel Day at Sea. Follow along as we take you through our pre-cruise visit to Walt Disney World, and then go back over our amazing cruise. Hope you enjoy!

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In this week's episode, Landon and Bridget join me to discuss their family's experience on the December 2024 Maiden Voyage of the Disney Treasure. From all the new lounges and main dining restaurants, to the stateroom gifts, we cover all the exciting things about experiencing a new ship for the first time. Hope you enjoy!

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Diana from disneycruisemomblog.com joins me in this week's episode for a conversation about how to save money on your Disney Cruise vacation. We talk about ways to save money on the cost of your cruise AND ways to save money once you are already onboard. I also address some recent policy and procedure updates from Disney Cruise Line regarding the coronavirus.

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Better late than never! In this episode, I give you my thoughts and reactions to the Disney Cruise Line summer 2021 itineraries that were announced last week.

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I am joined this week by listener Mike who recently sailed on his first Disney Cruise to the Eastern Caribbean. It also happened to be a Star Wars Day at Sea cruise, so we talk about all his family's different experiences. Hope you enjoy!

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