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The DCL Dude Podcast is a show dedicated to all things Disney Cruise Line! We will talk recent DCL news, share travel tips, interview guests, go over the best and worst (ok, mostly best) that DCL has to offer, share trip reports, and hopefully interact with you, the listener! Follow us on Twitter (@theDCLdude) or like us on Facebook (facebook.com/dcldudepodcast)!
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Bonus Episode: DCL Summer 2024 Itinerary Release
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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 Twitte…
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 re…
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 wi…
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Episode 129: Looking Back at 2022 and Ahead to 2023!
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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…
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 id…
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Bonus Episode: Top Itineraries of the Early 2024 Release
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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 appr…
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Episode 127 - "It was the best cruise ever!"
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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! Fin…
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Episode 126 - A Very Merry Trip Report
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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…
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Episode 125: Halloween on the High Seas on the Disney Wish
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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…
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Episode 124: The Disney Wish During Hurricane Ian
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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 Faceboo…
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…
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Episode 122: Conversation with Former Imagineer, Theron Skees
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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. P…
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Episode 121: Alaska Cruising in Summer 2022
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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 Fac…
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 id…
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Episode 119: Disney Wish Christening Cruise with Serena from LivingByDisney
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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/dcldude…
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Episode 118: Disney Wish Preview Cruise Recap (Part 2)
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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 boo…
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Episode 117: Disney Wish Preview Cruise Recap (Part 1)
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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 faceb…
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Episode 116: Preparing for the Disney Wish
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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 @theDCLd…
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Episode 115: A Refresher on Adults-Only Cruising
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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 c…
Hawaii has been a destination at the top of my family's bucket list for several years now and since Disney Cruise Line has just completed its visit to the islands, I've been excited to hear about the Hawaiian experience with Disney Cruise Line. My guest this week completed the first leg of the two cruises and joins me to discuss his family's experi…
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Bonus Episode: DCL Summer 2023 Itinerary Release
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The Disney Cruise Line summer 2023 itineraries are finally here! We'll go through everything that was announced, I'll give you my favorites, and I even envited a special guest onto the show. Check it out! If you'd like to book one of these new itineraries and be entered into our drawing for $250 in onboard credit, send me an email at wes@mickeyworl…
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Episode 113: Cruising the Western Caribbean with Guest Janelle
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Listener Janelle joins me in this episode to discuss her family's recent 5-Night Western Caribbean cruise from Miami aboard the Disney Magic. We get into everything from pre-departure travel, to current testing protocols, to fun around the ship. It was a lot of fun mixed with a lot of laughs, so definitely worth a listen! Don't forget to connect wi…
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Episode 112: Designing the Ideal Private Island Experience
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Listener Amy joins me in this episode as we brainstorm ideas for our perfect private island destination for Disney Cruise Line. Amy had a lot of great ideas and we really had a lot of fun, so you don't want to miss this one! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any …
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Episode 111: Conversation with Erin Foster, Co-Author of the Unofficial Guides to Disney Cruise Line
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I'm joined in this week's episode by Erin Foster, who is a co-author of the Unofffical Guides to Disney Cruise Line! The 2022 version of the book was just released and Erin shares with us what's new in this year's version. She also cruised recently and shared her experience onboard. It was a lot of fun and you don't want to miss it! Don't forget to…
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Episode 110: Top-5 Things to be Excited for on the Disney Wish
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The excitement is builing for the Disney Wish and her debut is only months away! A lot has been released about what to expect, but in this week's episode, we're giving you the top-5 things to be excited for! Or maybe more like 8-10, but you get the idea! Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at…
In this week's episode, we're asking "What if"? To learn more, you'll have to tune in to hear what it's all about! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, …
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Episode 108: An MDAS Double Dip in the Royal Suite
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We've got a one-of-a-kind trip report for you in this week's episode! Joe, from backtothemouse.com, returns to the show to discuss his family's recent 5-night sailing from Miami with a Marvel Day at Sea and two stops at Castaway Cay. They also upgraded to the Royal Suite at the port, so we have lots to discuss! Don't forget to connect with the show…
Thanks to everyone who submitted questions! If you ever have questions about cruising with Disney Cruise Line, feel free to submit them on any of my social media channels and I'll answer them privately or on the show! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas f…
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, everyone! In this week's episode, we're going over all the important things you need to know as you prepare for your cruise. We cover everything from final payment to trip protection to Safe Passage Registration. I've received a lot of questions about preparing for your cruise, so hopefully this will address a lo…
I've always been curious about the Panama Canal cruises, but I've never talked with anyone in detail about them. It was great to hear about Tim's experience onboard the Eastbound Panama Canal cruise departing from San Diego, including some of the unique events that he got to experience onboard. Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show …
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Episode 104: First-time Cruising in the Covid Era
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I'v heard from my experienced cruisers over the past couple months about how great the Disney Cruise experience still is, but not many from those who have taken their first cruise since the restart. Jillian joins the show this week to discuss her family's first-ever Disney Cruise! Tune in to hear what she thought! Don't forget to connect with the s…
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Episode 103: Comparing DCL with Other Cruise Lines
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I'm joined in this episode by my friend, Chris, who recently sailed on Celebrity and Royal Caribbean cruises. Tune in for some compare and contrast and find out where we think Disney Cruise Line can improve. Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any i…
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Episode 102: The Disney Wonder is Back in Service!
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Ivie, who joins me in this week's episode, sailed on one of the first cruises on the Disney Dream and then completed a test cruise a few weeks back on the Disney Wonder! I enjoyed hearing about her experience onboard the Wonder and she talks about some of the differences between her two cruises. Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show…
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Bonus Episode: Conversation about Early 2023 Itinerary Release
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In this bonus episode, Chris S. joins me to discuss the newly-released Early 2023 Disney Cruise itineraries. Bookings begin Thursday, October 14 and if you are looking for a travel agent, please consider letting us help you! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE, no obligation quote! And don't forget to connect with the show on T…
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Episode 101: The First Revenue Cruise on the Fantasy
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Carol joins me on this week's episode to talk about her family's recent back-to-back cruises on the Disney Fantasy, the first of which was the first official revenue cruise on the Fantasy since the shutdown. We talk about her pre-cruise preparation, her days at Castaway Cay, and get her thoughts on the new cruise experience. Hope you enjoy! Follow …
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Episode 100: A Look Back at the First Hundred Episodes
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In this episode, we're celebrating 100 episodes of the DCL Dude Podcast! Thanks to everyone who listens, and a HUGE thank you to everyone who has been with us since the beginning! It's been so much fun and I'm excited for the next hundred. Don't forget to participate in the giveaway! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or …
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Episode 99: Recapping the First US Disney Cruise
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My guest, Jessica, joins me in this week's episode to talk about her experience sailing on the first official Disney Cruise from a US port since March of 2020! Tune in to hear her thoughts on the new online check-in process, the onboard experience, and what it was like to visit Castaway Cay again. Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the sh…
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Episode 98: DCL Test Cruise with Cast Member Meghan
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We're going on a (test) cruise! Listener (and cast member!) Meghan joins us in this week's episode to discuss her experience on the August 6 test cruise, which was the final test cruise before cruising resumed on the Disney Dream on August 9! Tune in to hear about her experience, along with the new protocols onboard. Don't forget to connect with th…
I am joined in this episode by Victoria, who sailed on the first official Disney Magic at Sea cruise from the UK and on the first paying passenger Disney Cruise since March 2020! ALSO, Disney Cruise Line announced its return to US cruising this week, so we get you caught up on all the important things you need to know. Many of the protocols that we…
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Episode 96: Conversation with Former Disney Imagineer and Current Ear for Each Other Business Owner
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Eric is a former (and hopefully future) Disney Imagineer who has worked on a number of different projects for Disney Cruise Line. He also runs a successful business creating customized Disney-themed keepsakes. Tune in to the episode to hear all about his career as an imagineer, his DCL projects, and what currently keeps him busy. And be sure to fol…
Do you have anything that you're really looking forward to experiencing on a Disney Cruise someday? Carol from Instagram account @disneycruise_momof3 and Lisa from Instagram account @Seayarealsoon join me in this week's episode to discuss some of our Disney Cruise "bucket lists" experiences. It was a lot of fun and I hope you enjoy! Be sure to shar…
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Bonus Episode: Panel Discussion on Newly-Released Fall 2022 Itineraries
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In this bonus episode, Ryan A., Chris S., and Joe K. join me to discuss the newly-released Fall 2022 itineraries. We have some good laughs while going through the schedules of each of the five ships. Hope you enjoy! Bookings begin Monday, June 21 and if you are looking for a travel agent, please consider letting us help you! Send us an email at wes…
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Episode 94: How well do you know the Disney Wonder?
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We've done it for 3 out of the 4 ships in the fleet, so it was time we finally paid respects to the Disney Wonder. In this episode, we test your knowledge of the second ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Send me a message and tell me how you did! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldude…
I'm so excited to be joined this week by another former Disney Cruise Cast Member who was fortunate to work full-time on Castaway Cay! It was so fun talking to Conner this past week about his experiences and I hope you all enjoy the conversation we had. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcl…
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Episode 92: Fun DCL Encounters Discussion with Ed
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Listener Ed joins me in this week's episode to talk about some very interesting interactions he's had with some Disney Cruise personnel. We also talk about some of his reactions to the Disney Wish announcement and finish the show with some recommendations for Port Adventures in Hawaii! Hope you enjoy. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitte…
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Bonus Episode: Reaction to the Disney Wish Reveal Event
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Today was the big day! We learned a lot about the Disney Wish - so many amazing details. In this episode, I invited a few friends onto the show to discuss all the announcements. Thanks to Emily, Chris, Lisa, Rian, and Josh for taking the time! If you missed the broadcast, you can find a replay of the video here: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl…
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Episode 91: Conversation with Lisa (ig: @SeaYaRealSoon)
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Lisa is the owner of Instagram account @SeaYaRealSoon. We have a lot of fun in this week's episode talking Disney Cruise Line and our expectations for the Disney Wish. If you're not following Lisa's account on Instagram, what are you waiting for?? It's a great account to help you keep up your DCL spirits while we wait for cruising to return. Lookin…
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Bonus Episode: Playback of Facebook Live Q&A
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We did a live Q&A on Facebook last night, which was a lot of fun! Thanks to everyone who participated! Stay tuned for more live events to come. I'm loading the audio from last night's live event. I haven't done much production, so the audio quality won't be as strong as it usually is and it might seem a little choppy. Hopefully you'll bear with me …
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Episode 90: Conversation with Disney Artist, Joe Kaminski
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I'm thrilled to welcome Joe Kaminski on to this week's show. Joe is a Disney artist whose work is featured in the Vista art galleries on the Disney Cruise ships and at various other places throughout the Walt Disney World resort. His work is amazing and it was really fun to chat with him and learn a little bit about his story. Hope you enjoy! Don't…
