The DCL Dude Podcast

In this special episode of the DCL Dude Podcast, we're paying tribute to all the amazing cast and crew of Disney Cruise Line who work so hard to make our cruise experiences so magical. Thanks to all those who shared their stories with me! If you have a memorable story, I would love to hear it! Share it with me on social media and I'll share it publicly. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twi...

In this week's episode, we're running through all the things that each of the ships in the Disney Cruise Line fleet has to offer - their similarities and their differences. But the nice thing about Disney Cruise Line is that it doesn't really matter which ship you sail on because you are going to have an amazing cruise regardless! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @the...

Welcome to the first Disney Cruise news episode! In this show, I'm getting you caught up on all the Disney Cruise Line news that has occurred over the past couple weeks, including the DisneyBand+, the reveal of the Disney Treasure bow design, some updates on the new Silver Anniversary at Sea celebrations, and a new pre-cruise online check-in process! Also, if you'd like to book a cruise with me to...

Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney World both have amazing things to offer, but what makes them different? Serena from LivingbyDisney and the Living by Disney Podcast joins me in this week's episode to discuss! Be sure to check out Serena's new show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at fac...

I'm joined in this episode by Steve Kriese from the DCL Podcast and by Lisa who runs the Instagram account @SeaYaRealSoon. We had a lot of fun playing "would you rather?"! Play along while you listen! Hope you enjoy. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear...

The Disney Cruise Line summer 2024 itineraries have arrived and there were some exciting cruises that were announced! My friends Joe (backtothemouse.com) and Chris (in the Concierge Lounge) join me in the bonus episode to discuss what was released. If you'd like to book one of these new cruises, send me an email: wes@mickeyworldtravel.com

We're (finally) kicking off our DCL 101 series in this week's episode! In this show, we're talking about what's included in the cost of your cruise (and also pointing out some things that aren't). Stay tuned for more topics and if you have any specific ones you'd like to hear about, send me a message! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at fac...

There are two non-holiday themed cruise options with Disney Cruise Line. We covered the first of the two options in last week's episode, so this week we're talking about Marvel Days at Sea. This is the first season of these themed cruises on the Disney Dream, so I wanted to hear about what the new experience is like. Steve and his family cruised recently and shared all the details about this heroi...

Serena (@LivingbyDisney) joins me in this week's episode to discuss her recent cruise on the Disney Fantasy with a Pixar Day at Sea! Serena goes into a lot of detail about the different things that are offered on these cruises and also has some thoughts on why you might want to consider one of these crusies in the future. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude,...

In this week's episode, we look back on the top Disney Cruise stories of 2022 and I give you the top-5 things that I am looking forward to in 2023. What are you looking forward to? Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking ab...

In this week's show, we're playing Love It or Leave It - DCL style - where we talk about Disney Cruise things that we love...or maybe don't love so much. Feel free to play along as you listen! Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Fi...

The early 2024 Disney Cruise itineraries were announced this week! I'll give you the summary of what was announced, along with my favorite schedules from this release. Bookings begin on Monday for Platinum Castaway Club members, followed by Gold on Tuesday, Silver and DVC members on Wednesday, and General booking on Thursday. I would very much appreciat it if you would consider booking your next c...

Special guests, William and Emily, join me in this week episode to talk about their recent cruise. Hear about our recent cruise from a different perspective! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cr...

In this week's episode, Alyssa and I are recapping our recent 3-Night Very Merrytime Bahamian cruise from Port Canaveral. It was the first-ever Very Merrytime cruise for the Disney Wish and we had an amazing voyage. Tune in to hear all about it! Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. I...

My guest this week, Casey, recently cruised with her family on the Disney Wish with a Halloween on the High Seas theme. We get into all the details about the decorations, events, and activities! The Halloween season is over for the Disney Cruise Line fleet, but I wanted to get the scoop before we move into Very Merrytime season! Enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram...

The September 26 cruise on the Disney Wish got a bit of an itinerary change when it was announced that the ship wouldn't be able to return to Port Canaveral on its scheduled date. My friend, Chris, joins me in this episode to talk about the experience onboard. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any...

I had the opportunity to attend the D23 Expo in Anaheim a couple weeks ago and got to be there in person when all of the Disney Cruise annoucements were made! In this episode, I am providing a recap of my experiences at the Expo, along with my thoughts and reactions to the Disney Cruise annoucements that were made. I hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @t...

In this week's episode, I'm joined by former Disney Imagineer, Theron Skees. Theron was the Vice President, Portfolio Creative Executive at Walt Disney Imagineering before leaving the company in 2020. He was involved with many Disney Cruise projects over the course of his career and has a lot of great insights about the design of the Disney Wish. Please also help support Theron's project, "How Doe...

I'm joined in this week's episode by my friend, Chris, who recently sailed to Alaska with his family aboard the Disney Wonder. This was the Wonder's first season in Alaska in almost three years, so I was excited to hear about the cruise experience. Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have...

In this week's episode, I'm brining you my full review of the Disney Wish! From staterooms, to dining, to entertainiment, to the pool deck, tune in to find out my thoughts on Disney Cruise Line's newest ship! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Fi...

I had the priviledge to chat with Serena from LivingByDisney about her experience onboard the Christening Cruise of the Disney Wish! Be sure to follow Serena on Instagram and TikTok (@livingbydisney) for lots of Disney-related content! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes...

Here's part 2 of the recap of our preview cruise on the Disney Wish! Stayed tuned for more Wish content in future episodes. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. 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 a...

In this episode, Alyssa and I discuss the first day of our preview cruise on the Disney Wish! We had so much to say just on the first day that I decided to release our recap in two parts. So stay tuned for part two to drop in the next couple of days! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for...

My wife and I are preparing for our first cruise since the shutdown and also for one of the first cruises on Disney Cruise Line's brand new ship - the Wish! We're talking about all of our preparations, and be sure to listen to the end for a little pop quiz that I sprung on her. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast...

It's been a while since we talked on the show about an adults-only getaway on a Disney cruise. Kira and Jason joined me in this week's episode to talk about their recent 4-night Bahamian cruise and their FIRST experience in a concierge cabin. I had a lot of fun chatting with them and I'm sure you'll enjoy hearing about their trip! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on...