DCL Duo Podcast: A Disney Cruise Line Fan Podcast

This week we're following up with one of our favorite authors and prior guests - Paul Thornton.  Paul is the author of "Joy of Cruising."  But this week we're excited to be talking to him about the sequel to that book - "Cruising Interrupted."  Paul has also graciously provided our listeners with a coupon code for the book.  If you head over to cruisinginterrupted.com and use the coupon code WEWIL...

In this week's bonus episode we're talking through each of our Top 3 (or maybe 4 or 5!) episodes across our catalog.  With so many great episodes to choose from - it was tough!  And we've loved all of our guests and shows.  But, a few tugged at us emotionally and we wanted to share them with all of you.  We also announce our new "Store for Good" selling unique cruise oriented products and designs...

On this week's episode we're talking to Morgan, a Disney Instagram sensation and influence, Disneyland expert, Disney commentator, new Disney podcaster, and prior contributor to the Dis Unplugged.  This is one of the most fun shows we've recorded, we hope you enjoy our whirlwind discussion of all things Disney with Morgan!!  Be sure to follow her on Instagram @morganstark__ and check out her new p...

This week we're talking about three DCL related news items from the past week: cruise cancelations through February 2021, ship movements over the last few weeks, and a petition to block development of Lighthouse point over environmental concerns.  Come hear our thoughts on these items - opinions and commentary only. The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcas...

On this week's episode we're talking to Debbie and Doug about their magical Disney Cruise Line wedding.  They met because of Disney.  Got engaged at Disneyland. Had their wedding on Disney Cruise Line.  And, honeymooned at Walt Disney World.   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 this week's Bonus Episode, Sam and I are chatting about our favorite activities on Disney Cruise Line.  From trivia to the Aquaduck, we talk our top  5 favorites from Disney's extensive onboard activity offerings.  We also chat new activities we'd like to see Disney offer in the future. The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast. If you like our podcast,...

On this special Thanksgiving episode we want to wish all of our listeners, guests, supporters, friends and fellow creators a very safe and happy Thanksgiving!! In this episode we're talking about gift ideas for your Black Friday holiday shopping for the Disney lover in your life.  Come hear some of our favorites.  Please note, we get nothing from any of the products we discuss on the show. The DCL...

On this week's bonus episode, just a quick update on Brian's condition and THANK YOU to all those who have reached out with well wishes.  Also, a quick reminder about the #TurkeyLurkey5k!! 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 Poc...

This week we're talking to listener Jonathan.  Jonathan worked in the Disney College program, where he met his wife, and together they developed a lifelong love for Disney and Disney Cruise Line.  Come hear their story and how they've continued their love for all things Disney over the years, including nine Disney cruises. The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused...

This week we're talking with listeners Drew and Hayley about their "Year of Disney."  Drew and Hayley had a year filled with Disney fun, including trips to Disneyland in California, Disneyland Paris, Walt Disney World and a Disney Cruise.  Come listen as they share their story and some tips and tricks they learned along the way! The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel f...

This week we're talking with friend of the show Jennifer about her family's experience traveling to international Disney destinations with Kids. In one year, Jennifer and her family traveled to Tokyo Disney, Disneyland Paris, and on Adventures by Disney Trips to London and a Rhine river cruise.  Come hear Jennifer's tips and tricks to a successful trip aboard with your kids! The DCLDuo Podcast is...

This week we're talking about those coveted double dip cruises on Disney Cruise Line, and what it's like to sail on a Royal Caribbean Oasis class ship and how that experience stacks up to Disney Cruise Line.  We're joined by friends of the show Justin and Tracy, who are Disney travel specialists with Adventure is Out There Travel.  You can connect with them to book your next Disney vacation at htt...

A real quick bonus episode with our thoughts on the Early 2022 Itinerary Release from Disney Cruise Line 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 and most other major podcast providers. You can also lik...

On this week's episode we're talking to blogger and author Ashley Craft about her new book coming out next month (November 10) - the Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook.  Learn how to cook all of your favorite Disney treats and snacks at home, and relive those fun vacation memories with your favorite Disney foods!!  You can connect with Ashley via her blog: https://ashleycrafted.com Or buy a copy of...

In this week's Bonus Episode, Sam and I are talking about our favorites from the dining side of Disney Cruise Line, as well as sharing some of our tips and tricks for great dining experiences onboard.  We've eaten at nearly all the dining options available - so come learn more about our experiences.  From rotational dining, to grab and go, to bars and adult dining.  We cover it all! The DCLDuo Pod...

On this week's episode we're talking to friend of the show Jessica about themed Disney Cruising, including Halloween on the High Seas, Very Merrytime cruises, as well as Star Wars and Marvel days at sea.  Come hear about all the fun you can have and the unique activities and offerings on  these special sailings aboard Disney Cruise Line!! The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disne...

On this week's Bonus Episode, Sam and I discuss what would make us feel safe enough to take a cruise again, and which of our upcoming sailings we think will actually happen.  Come listen as we weigh what we'd need to feel safe aboard a Disney Cruise! 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...

This week we are joined by Brian David Bruns, best-selling author of Cruise Confidential, a memoir of Brian's time aboard Carnival Cruise Lines as a waiter.  Brian has written three follow-up books to Cruise Confidential, as well as a number of other books not about cruising.  He's been featured on 20/20 and other television and news outlets to talk about his time onboard cruise ships.  If you've...

In this week's bonus episode we're announcing the Turkey Lurkey 5K - being co-sponsored by our podcast, Rope Drop Radio and the DCL Podcast in support of the Autism on the Seas Foundation.  Starting Thanksgiving week, walk, run, jog or crawl a 5K to participate in this fun event!  Take a photo, tag us on social media (Instagram, Twitter or our Facebook page) along with the other participating podc...

This week we're talking to Tracy, a travel agent with Looking Glass Travel and friend of the show, about the advice she's been giving her clients about traveling to Walt Disney World during this period.  We also wanted to talk to Tracy because she's been wrestling with her own family's decision on whether to visit Walt Disney World right now for the Taste of EPCOT Food and Wine festival.   If you'...

In this week's Bonus Episode, Sam and I are talking about our Disney Cruise Line "Wish" List - or the things we're hoping to see aboard the new Disney Wish once she sets sail.  Come join our conversation as we talk adult dining, rotational dining, entertainment, adult activities and more and what we're hoping to see across those categories aboard the Wish when she sets sail sometime in (hopefully)...

This week we're doing a collaboration with Chad Pennycuff from the My DVC Points podcast.  Chad's built an awesome community of DVC members through his podcast and Facebook community, and is a wealth of in-depth DVC knowledge.  Chad graciously found us some great guests from the DVC community, Cindy and Jonathan, to chat with us about the DVC member cruise.  A truly unique offering in the Disney C...

We've got a short bonus episode this week to give our listeners a sneak peak at what's coming up on the podcast and vlog.  We also wanted to let everyone know we love hearing ideas from our listeners for guests and topics - so keep them coming!! If you want to be on the show, know someone who would be a good guest, or want us to reach out to someone you think would be great for us to have on the s...

This week we're talking to legend in the Disney community, Len Testa.  Len is the founder of TouringPlans.com, a site that spares Disney fans long waits in line by optimizing their park touring experiences.  Let is also the co-author of several of the books in the Unofficial Guide Series, and he happens to be an avid fan of Disney Cruise Line.  We're big fans of Len and all his endeavors, so we're...

On this bonus episode hear more about Club RunDisney and listen-in as I unbox my platinum charter member swag.  This is the audio-only version of an episode from our DCLDuo YouTube Channel.  Head over there if you want to watch the unboxing and see all the swag!!  Link to our YouTube channel is below. The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast. If you like...