DCL Duo Podcast: A Disney Cruise Line Fan Podcast

Sam is joined by returning guest Alicia, who recently took her first adults-only Disney Cruise Line vacation — a 3-night anniversary sailing aboard the Disney Wish! Alicia breaks down how she and her husband planned their child-free escape, including finding an amazing GTY rate, using points for airfare, and enjoying a surprise accessible aft veranda with an enormous balcony. Alicia shares what it...

We’re taking you behind the scenes of the Disney Destiny’s newest blockbuster stage show — Hercules: The Musical! In this special bonus episode from our Media Preview sailing, we’re diving deep into the creative vision, artistry, and performance magic behind this brand-new production. We speak with creative team members, Disney Cruise Line entertainment executives, and the show’s stars — Corey Bra...

This week we’re joined by listener favorite Scott for a fantastic look at his “side-to-side” week aboard the Disney Dream and the Disney Wish! Scott shares how he scored incredible GTY deals, used the Marriott Harbor Beach as a savvy boarding-group upgrade hack, and why Limopedia ended up being the best (and cheapest!) transfer option between Port Everglades and Port Canaveral. He walks us through...

Step into the savanna for a special bonus episode as we take you deep inside Pridelands: Feast of the Lion King , the groundbreaking new dining experience aboard Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Destiny . This restaurant isn’t just a meal—it’s a full-scale celebration of flavors, music, storytelling, and immersive theatrical design. We’re sharing the full media panel featuring the crea...

This week, we’re welcoming first-time cruiser Alaina to the show to share her family’s maiden voyage on Disney Cruise Line — a five-night sailing on the Disney Fantasy out of Southampton with ports in La Coruña and Bilbao. Alaina and her husband are lifelong Disney Parks fans, and with three kids in tow (including eight-year-old twin planners-in-training), they decided to take their love of Disney...

This special bonus episode features the full audio from a media panel held during the Disney Destiny Media Preview Cruise. The panel included the Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs for Disney Signature Experiences alongside leaders from onboard operations, entertainment, and more. They offered a comprehensive look at everything guests will be able to experience aboard Disney Cruis...

We’re joined by Lou Mongello from WDW Radio for a live conversation all about Disney Cruise Line and the newest ship in the fleet, the Disney Destiny. We’re diving into what makes DCL such a unique storytelling experience at sea, Lou’s thoughts on the Destiny, and what fans should be watching as Disney expands its cruise offerings around the world. Join us for a fun and insightful discussion. Be s...

We’re bringing you a very special bonus episode from our media preview sailing on Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Destiny. As part of this unique experience, we were granted rare, limited, and closely guided access to one of the most restricted spaces onboard: the engine room. In this episode, we share what we learned from DCL’s technical, operational, and environmental teams about ho...

Cruising as a solo parent on Disney Cruise Line comes with unique challenges — and magical rewards. This week, we’re joined by Jennifer, a three-time Disney cruiser who has sailed solo with her daughter, Mia, across the Wish, Magic, and Dream. Jennifer shares her experiences with everything from concierge surprises to missed Castaway Cay days, heat management at Lookout Cay, navigating the kids cl...

We’re sharing our full experience from the media preview sailing of Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Destiny. From attending the ship’s Christening ceremony to interviewing Susan Egan, the newly announced Godparent of the Disney Destiny, this episode dives deep into everything we saw, heard, and experienced onboard. We’re covering the brand-new bars and lounges, including The Sanctum,...

This week, we’re trading the high seas for Hawaiian breezes as Liz joins the DCL Duo to share her family’s magical stay at Disney’s Aulani Resort — and how it stacks up against a Disney Cruise Line vacation. From booking DVC points and the perks of a kitchenette villa to Auntie’s Beach House, Makahiki character breakfast, and off-property adventures like Waikiki and Kualoa Ranch, Liz gives us a fu...

This week, Sarah returns to share her family’s Holland America Line adventure through New England and Canada. Sailing aboard the Zuiderdam , they explored ports from Boston to Quebec City—including Portland, Halifax, Sydney, and the magical Prince Edward Island—home of Anne of Green Gables . Sarah breaks down what makes Holland America different from Disney Cruise Line, from the smaller-ship feel...

We’re meeting our Destiny — literally! In this special DCL Duo Live episode, we’re joined by our friends Wes (aka The DCL Dude) and CT (aka Tin Foil Mouse Ears) for a fun and fast-paced preview of Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Destiny . We’re sharing what we’re most looking forward to, what we hope to see onboard, and how we think the Destiny will stack up against her sister ships....

In this inspiring episode of the DCL Duo Podcast, we’re joined by Sarah — a travel advisor, lifelong Disney fan, and cancer survivor — who celebrated her 50th birthday aboard the Disney Wish with her family. But there’s a twist: her husband was a reluctant cruiser! Hear how he went from “no way” to “when’s the next one?” as they discovered the magic of Disney Cruise Line together. From AquaMouse t...

Samantha joins the DCL Duo to share her family’s unforgettable Disney Cruise Line adventure to Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder. From concierge-level comfort and extra-blanket tips to incredible excursions in Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan, Samantha’s story has it all: a glacier-side dog-sled experience, a rare whale sighting, a little gold fever, and even axe-throwing in the Alaskan rain. Join us...

This week, we’re joined by Karen, owner of our amazing show sponsor My Path Unwinding Travel , to hear all about her recent Adventures by Disney trip to Peru. From Lima to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, Karen shares her experience exploring Peru the Disney way — complete with Disney’s signature storytelling, local guides, and attention to detail that make these trips truly unforgettable. We t...

Join Sam as she welcomes first-time guest Francesca — a lifelong cruiser with Diamond Plus status on Royal Caribbean — who recently sailed Disney Cruise Line’s Dream on a four-night “Duo Dip” itinerary visiting both Lookout Cay and Castaway Cay. Francesca shares what it was like to experience Disney Cruise Line’s new private island, Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point , for the first time, including h...

We’re getting spooky this week as McKinley from our show sponsor, My Path Unwinding Travel , joins us to share her recent Halloween on the High Seas sailing aboard the Disney Dream. From festive décor and trick-or-treating to special shows, themed menus, and the famous Pumpkin Tree, McKinley takes us through all the Halloween magic Disney Cruise Line brings to sea. We talk tips for families, how t...

In this bonus episode of the DCL Duo Podcast, we’re catching up with cruise influencer Emma LaTeace of EmmaCruises and her business partner Matt , the co-founder of The Cruise Globe . Together, they’ve built an innovative platform where you can track your cruises, see your routes on an interactive map, order printed maps and cruise cards, and relive your time at sea in style. We chat about the ins...

This week on the DCL Duo Podcast, we’re talking cruise manners with Amy, a former Plan Disney panelist. Amy joins us to share her take on Disney Cruise Line etiquette—everything from deck chair saving and dining room behavior to showtime manners and Cast Member interactions. Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned DCL veteran, we’re covering the unwritten rules that help keep every saili...

Tom and his wife from the Welcome Home Podcast join us to share their family’s first Disney Cruise experience aboard the Disney Treasure! Hear what this DVC-loving family thought of rotational dining, staterooms, Castaway Cay, onboard entertainment, and what makes the Treasure unique among Disney Cruise Line’s fleet. Listen now and join the conversation!   Book Your Next Disney Cruise Line Vacatio...

What happens when Mother Nature changes your Disney Cruise Line itinerary? Our guest Leticia joins us to share how her Disney Magic British Isles sailing turned into an unforgettable trip to Norway after weather forced DCL to reroute. We dive into how Disney Cruise Line handles itinerary changes, what guests can expect when their plans shift, and what made the Norwegian fjords a surprisingly magic...

This week, we’re joined by Dallas and Taylor to chat about their magical Disney Land & Sea adventure — a stay at Walt Disney World followed by a cruise aboard the Disney Magic featuring a stop at Disney Cruise Line’s newest private destination, Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point . Dallas and Taylor share how this adults-only sailing came together as a ten-year anniversary trip, why they loved the...

 On this episode of the DCL Duo Podcast, we’re joined by our friend Tracy, who just returned from an Adventures by Disney trip through Italy with her husband Michael. From Rome to Tuscany and points in between, Tracy shares her experiences exploring Italy Disney-style. She takes us through the highlights, the food, the must-see sights, and what makes Adventures by Disney such a unique way to exper...

Alicia joins us to share her family’s experience on a 4-night Disney Fantasy cruise with stops in Nassau and Disney Cruise Line’s new private island, Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. Sailing with first-time cruisers, Alicia gives us an inside look at planning with kids, coordinating tastings like champagne and tequila, handling the Oceaneer Club’s cohort system, and what it’s like introducing frie...