DCL Duo Podcast: A Disney Cruise Line Fan Podcast

We’re welcoming back our friend Sean for a showdown of two Disney Cruise Line favorites — the Disney Wish vs. the Disney Wonder . We’re comparing the ships, their unique features, and also tackling the ultimate cruise debate: is cold-weather cruising to Alaska better than warm-weather sailing to the Bahamas or Caribbean? Whether you’re planning your first Disney cruise or your tenth, this episode...

Alex joins us to share his family’s first-ever Disney Cruise Line experience aboard the Disney Dream . Sailing out of Fort Lauderdale, Alex’s itinerary included stops at Castaway Cay, Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, and Nassau. From embarkation day excitement and snagging those hard-to-get Remy and Palo brunch reservations, to watching his kids thrive in the youth clubs and comparing the beauty o...

We’re joined by friends of the show Kelly and Charity to recap their recent adults-only girls’ getaway aboard the Disney Wish. From dining and drinks to entertainment, relaxation, and all the ways they made this sailing a dream escape without kids in tow, they share their experiences of cruising Disney in a different way. Listen now and join the conversation! Connect with Kelly and Charity over @d...

Megan joins us to share her first-ever Disney Cruise Line experience aboard the Disney Fantasy. Her family sailed a 5-night itinerary with stops at Castaway Cay, Nassau, and Disney’s newest private island, Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. In this episode, Megan compares Disney Cruise Line to Royal Caribbean, talks about booking last-minute, navigating seasickness, and highlights her family’s favor...

We were live with Ashley to talk about her recent European sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. From favorite ports to must-try excursions, onboard dining, and sea day fun, we’re covering it all. If you’ve ever dreamed of cruising Europe with Disney Cruise Line, this episode will give you insights, tips, and first-hand experiences to help you plan your own magical adventure. Listen now and join the...

Whitney joins Sam for her first-ever Disney Cruise Line sailing — and she went all in on Concierge aboard the Disney Treasure. From the Haunted Mansion Parlor to concierge lounges, dining highlights, and the constant debate of “is it worth it?”, Whitney gives us the full scoop on what makes Concierge special and how it compares to luxury experiences on Norwegian, Celebrity, and Virgin Voyages. We...

We’re back with the replay of our recent live show where we shared all the highlights from our Disney Cruise Line adventure to Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder. We sailed Concierge in the Roy Disney Suite and spent the week exploring some of the most breathtaking excursions Alaska has to offer. In this episode, we cover: • Glacier Day with incredible glacier viewing and wildlife spotting • Skagway’...

Vicky joins us to share her family’s incredible 7-night Disney Fantasy European cruise . Sailing out of Barcelona, this Italy-heavy itinerary included Palermo, Naples (with a visit to Pompeii), Florence, and Rome—plus pre- and post-cruise days in Barcelona and Paris. Vicky talks through the planning process, excursions, food highlights (think gelato, pizza, carbonara, and pistachio cannoli), and w...

Jason and his family flew all the way from Amsterdam to combine a U.S. vacation with a 3-night Disney Wonder sailing out of San Diego. After starting with time at Disneyland, they boarded the Wonder for their second Disney Cruise Line experience. In this episode, Jason shares what it was like cruising “on the other side” after his first Concierge-level experience on the Disney Wish. From rainy day...

This week we’re joined by Sara to talk about her family’s Transatlantic sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. Sarah and her husband brought along their four kids, including their son with Down syndrome, and her mom for support. She shares how Disney Cruise Line accommodates families with special needs, tips for handling food allergies on board, and how her son found independence in the kids clubs. We...

Disney Cruise Line has officially released its Fall 2026–Spring 2027 itineraries, and we’re going live to share our reactions and break it all down. Which ships are headed to the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Europe, or beyond? Will we see more sailings to Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point or Castaway Cay? We’ll discuss the details, surprises, and what these new itineraries might mean for your next Disney...

Karen and Kaley from My Path Unwinding Travel are back to share their thoughts on Royal Caribbean’s brand-new mega-ship, the Star of the Seas. Recorded just after their exclusive preview sailing, they’re giving us a full breakdown—from first impressions to food, entertainment, venues, standout features, and how this ship compares to Disney Cruise Line. If you’ve been curious about Royal’s newest o...

Craig joins us on the DCL Duo Podcast to share his very first Seabourn sailing through the Mediterranean . From Barcelona to Corsica, Craig and his partner experienced the luxury of small-ship cruising on the Seabourn Sojourn :  Spacious veranda suites and personalized service (yes, even a soap menu ) All-inclusive dining and drinks, plus caviar service “anywhere, anytime” Entertainment that surpr...

Stephanie from WDW Magazine joins us to spill all the details from her recent trip to Papenburg, Germany, where she got a front-row seat to the float out of Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship — the Disney Destiny. Stephanie also got a sneak peek onboard and attended the steel cutting ceremony for DCL’s fourth Wish-class ship, scheduled to set sail in 2027. We’re diving into everything she saw, from...

Caroline joins us to share her family’s first Disney Cruise Line sailing aboard the Disney Treasure. While she’s cruised before — including with Disney — this was her first time experiencing the Treasure, and she brought her husband, kids, and mom along for a multi-generational adventure. Sailing a 7-night Eastern Caribbean itinerary in May to celebrate her and her husband’s 10th wedding anniversa...

In this episode, we’re joined by Danny from WDW Magazine to talk about his exclusive sneak peek at Hercules: The Musical , the brand-new stage show debuting aboard the Disney Destiny in November 2025. Danny was invited to sit in on rehearsals in Toronto, and he’s sharing everything he saw, heard, and loved from this reimagined take on the 1997 Disney animated classic. We’re breaking down what fans...

Chris joins us to share highlights from his recent 12-night Mediterranean sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. From the ruins of Rome to the cliffs of Santorini and the charm of the French Riviera, Chris gives us the full rundown on what it’s like to experience Europe with Disney Cruise Line. We’re diving into port adventures, food, shipboard life, and tips for tackling a longer itinerary. Whether y...

Shelly joins us to share her story of taking her very first Disney cruise—a 3-night sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy—with a group of friends she met through a DVC Facebook group. From her creative approach to managing motion sickness to her relaxing Castaway Cay beach day and unforgettable Palo brunch, Shelly recounts every magical moment. As a seasoned Disney parks fan and DVC member, Shelly bri...

In this episode, we’re chatting with Beth about her family’s first-ever Disney Cruise aboard the Disney Magic. Beth shares her experience sailing on a 7-night repositioning cruise from Galveston to San Juan, with stops at Castaway Cay, Lookout Cay, and Nassau. Traveling with another family and two young daughters prone to motion sickness, Beth gives us the full scoop on what went well—and what she...

We’re back from a 7-night sailing aboard Virgin Voyages with our friends Tracy and Michael—aka the DCL Duo Sr.—and we’re diving into the full experience. It was their first time sailing with Virgin, and our second, so we’re comparing notes, sharing hot takes, and exploring how Virgin stacks up to Disney Cruise Line. This adults-only voyage took us to Puerto Plata , Grand Turk , and Bimini , and ga...

Kelly’s back—and this time she’s bringing fireworks, fancy flutes, and a whole lot of family! Sam is solo hosting to welcome returning guest and platinum Disney cruiser Kelly to chat about her 7-night New Year’s sailing aboard the Disney Treasure . This episode is packed with insights for first-timers and Treasure fans alike—from food allergy travel tips to epic excursions in Cozumel, Jamaica, Gra...

From Scotland to the Sea! First-time cruiser Anna joins us from across the pond to share her UK family’s Disney Cruise Line debut aboard the Fantasy! This four-night Bahamian itinerary packed a punch with stops at both Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and Castaway Cay, plus a whole lot of pixie dust, soft-serve, and one chaotic embarkation parking snafu.   Anna shares her family’s thoughtful planni...

In this episode of the DCL Duo Podcast, we’re joined by Sheri Griffiths from CruiseTipsTV for a wide-ranging, fun, and insightful chat about all things cruising! Sheri shares the story behind CruiseTipsTV, from a high school graduation sailing aboard Carnival Ecstasy to launching a YouTube empire built on packing tips, cruise education, and Amazon favorites. We dig into Sheri’s experience across m...

On this episode of the DCL Duo Podcast, we’re welcoming back Erin and Todd to share their family’s first sailing aboard the Disney Treasure —and we’re spilling all the tea (and zero-proof “mocktails”) about this new Wish-class ship. From split Castaway Club status and check-in drama to secret catamaran charters in Tortola, food tours in San Juan, and Serenity Bay for the first time ever, Erin and...

She Did Alaska Right: Emily Sails Disney to Alaska In this episode of the DCL Duo Podcast, we’re joined by Disney content creator and travel advisor Emily Carlson of We Do Disney Right , fresh off her first sailing to Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder . Emily is now a proud member of the Grand Slam Club, having sailed all six current Disney Cruise Line ships, and she’s sharing all the highlights fro...