Rope Drop: On Deck - A Cruise News and Planning Podcast

Welcome aboard! This week we discuss the announcments about the Disney Treasure.  This ship is the second in its class.  How will it stack up to the Disney Wish. Word of the day - Wake News- The whole darn show. Make sure to check out  Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we discuss our favorite ports for...  We cover a wide range of things from snorkeling to art and everything in-between.  Word of the day - deck plan News- loss of Jimmy Buffett, Ice in a drink, and disruptions to plans. Make sure to check out  Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug Th...

Welcome aboard! This week we compare what we love about big ships and little ships! Word of the day - Capacity  News- Australia scraps Vaccination, Cookie Drama, and More parking at the busiest Port. Make sure to check out  Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we welcome on guests Jacqueline and Daniel. They share the stories from their recent river cruise that is also a ABD!  Word of the day - Leeward News- Norwegian donates money, Dry embarking, Disney announcing that they will announce things, and will your name be on a wall on Castaway? Make sure to check out  Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Cont...

Welcome aboard! This week we welcome on guest Sarah. She is fresh off the Disney Fantasy Eastern Caribbean Sailing.  Find her @stolch314 on Twitter or X which ever you call it.   Word of the day - Windward News- Charging For Pizza? Wild Fires, Viva Sails, and Up, Up, and Away is under maintenance.  Make sure to check out  Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle...

Welcome aboard! This week we are debating the differences between a Cruise Vacation and a theme Park Vacation.   Word of the day - Galley  News- Nude Cruise, Cancelled Show, Development of Ocean Cay, and DCL internet prices. Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug The original Rope Drop R...

Welcome aboard! This week we celebrate Disney Cruise Lines 25th Anniversary by sharing 25 things we love about the line.  We also do this with friend of the show - Joe of Back to the Mouse .com  Word of the day - Bulkhead News- Kids on railings and fighting, Amsterdam almost makes a law. Make sure to check out  Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quot...

Welcome aboard! This week we are explaining guaranteed rooms.  This is a type of room booking that is complicated!  Michelle confuses Doug several times.   Word of the day - Lido Deck News- Bahamas taxes passed on, Comicon, Halmark, and Europe travel! Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Do...

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about 10 Tips for Tipping.  We want you to feel prepared for when to and when not to tip while crusing on the 7 seas. Word of the day - Cruise Director  News- Norweigan bans again and what to do about cheats.  Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug The o...

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about 13 cruise cabin hacks.  We share some ways to make the most of your space on the ship. Word of the day - Gangway News- Celebrity has some good and bad news. Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we set sail on a 7 night adventure on the Disney Fantasy!  Visiting ports of Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Falmouth Jamaica, and Disney's Castaway Cay.  We share stories of the sailing from our port adventures to a delay in embarkation!  Word of the day - Customs News Royal gets in on the 3/4 night market with a new ship! Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Soci...

Welcome aboard! This week we talk to our kids! We ask the whole McKnight house hold why they love to cruise.  They share their opinions!  We also talk about a few highlights from our recent cruise.  You will get the full trip report next week about our 7 night cruise. No word of the day or news this week. Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Mi...

Welcome aboard! This week we talk to Chris after a sailing to Alaska on Celebrity Cruise Line.  We talk about the Suite life with him as well as Alaska excursions. Find Chris on twitter @Chris_Magic_DCL  Word of the day: Suite Cruise News!  Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug The orig...

Welcome aboard! This week we preview our upcoming cruise on the Dinsye Fantasy.  We chat about why we booked, what we booked, and what we will do.   Word of the day: Cruise Cruise News! Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we ask the question, Is the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser a Cruise?  Doug is back from a Rope Drop Radio trip and answers all of Michelle's questions about the cruise.  We also each give our thoughts on why it's closing. Word of the day: Cruise Cruise News! Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote mic...

Welcome aboard! This week we were in Disneyland before Doug went to Disney World to do the Starcruiser.  So, this is a short little show with an interview of one of the guys cruising with Dour on the Starcruiser, Ryan. Make sure to check out  Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we answer your FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Word of the day: All Aboard Cruise News! Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle Contact Michelle for a quote michelle@touringplans.com More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about pampering those special people in our lives (or just ourselves) in the spirit of Mother's Day. Word of the day: Underway News of Nassau port enhancements Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about everyones least favorite part of the cruise... The End.  We share 11ish tips about how to get off the ship in a way for smooth sailing!  Why 11? because Doug cant count. Word of the day: Helm News of Royals Beach Club and the environment, New Terminal at Port Canaveral, and Disneys new check in windows. Make sure to check out Back to the Mouse  Find us on So...

Welcome aboard! This week we set sail with Anthony on the Odyssey of the Seas.  We enjoy the details of his 8 night cruise. Word of the Day - Bridge News of ship limits in Juno and Can you fish off your balcony? Check out Back To The Mouse find us on social media Find Michelle More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we share some mistakes we, I mean Doug, has made before and won't make again!  We share some cruise news. Word of the Day is Funnel. Check out Back To The Mouse  find us on line @RopeDropOnDeck More of Michelle or email her at michelle@TouringPlans.com More of Doug The orginal Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard as we share what you didn't know you didn't know about sailing on Disney Cruise Line. Lots of great tips and tricks for your cruise.  Word of the day Embark News - More Fans and DCL does what they should have 10 years ago. News brought to you by Back To The Mouse find us online @RopeDropOnDeck Find more of Michelle @RopeDropQueen More of Doug @drDoug16 The original Rope Drop Radio f...

Welcome aboard Rope Drop On Deck! This week we pack our bags for a cruise vacation!  We run down all the things you need to pack so you are prepared to enjoy you cruise.   Word of the day: Mid Ship Lots of news brought to you by Back To The Mouse Dot Com! Find us online here! More of Michelle More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we break down the Disney Cruise Line summer 24 itinerary. Then we discuss the things needed to be done after you book a cruise.   Word of the Day: Itinerary Follow us on all the things! More of Michelle More of Doug The original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we are sailing with Wes of The DCL Dude Podcast.  We rank the amenities you find on the Disney Cruise Line Fleet.  We have lots of fun and laughs as we work our way through. Word of the day - Atrium News - Carnival hits a milestone and Shocking/Not Shocking Someone is not happy about last weeks news. Find more of Wes @TheDCLDude      Find his podcast here Back To The Mous...