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Bonus Episode: Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Itineraries
Jun 20, 2024
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Episode 158: My Thoughts on Lookout Cay
Jun 19, 2024
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Episode 157: Top 5 Onboard Activities
Jun 3, 2024
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Episode 147: A South Pacific Disney Cruise
Nov 20, 2023
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Episode 146: Sailing to Hawaii with Disney Cruise Line
Nov 6, 2023
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| 6/20/24 |  Bonus Episode: Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Itineraries | For the first time, Disney Cruise Line has released TWO seasons of new itineraries at one time - fall 2025 and spring 2026! My guest on the show, Chris, and I will summarize the new schedules for you and highlight some of my favorite itineraries. We'll also mix in a few predictions. Bookings begin next week (Monday, June 24) and are tiered based on Castaway Club status. If you'd like to book one of these new cruises, send me an email: wes@mickeyworldtravel.com! | — | ||||||
| 6/19/24 | Episode 158: My Thoughts on Lookout Cay | My wife and I had the chance to be among the first to visit Disney Cruise Line's new private destination in the Bahamas, Lookout Cay! We had a fun (but exhausting) day and in this week's episode, I am bringing you my initial thoughts now that I've had some time to digest. It's just me on the show this week, but I'll bring Alyssa on later to get her thoughts that will offer a different perspective. I hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! | — | ||||||
| 6/3/24 | Episode 157: Top 5 Onboard Activities | In this week's episode, my wife, Alyssa, joins me to discuss the top-5 onboard activities on a Disney cruse. We each had 5 unique activities, so you get a bonus 5 out of this episode! Keep in mind that there are LOTS of things to do onboard, most of which do not require reservations in advance. Keep an eye on your Daily Navigator for a list of upcoming activities and let us know what your favorites are! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! | — | ||||||
| 11/20/23 | Episode 147: A South Pacific Disney Cruise | In this week's episode, we're taking another long cruise with Disney Cruise Line - this time to the South Pacific! Listener Tim shares his experience on the inaugural 13-night South Pacific cruise from Honolulu ending in Sydney Australia! Tim gives us the details of the fun activities that were offered onboard and the things that he and his wife, Shereen, did in each of the ports of call. Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! | — | ||||||
| 11/6/23 | Episode 146: Sailing to Hawaii with Disney Cruise Line | In this week's episode, we're going to Hawaii! Unfortunately, not literally, but my friend, Lisa, who runs the @seayarealsoon account on Instagram, recently sailed on a 10-night cruise from Vancouver that ended in Honolulu and we discuss all the fun she had while onboard and in the various ports. She also fills us in on all the drydock enhancements that she noticed while onboard. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! | — | ||||||
| 10/16/23 | Episode 145: Love It or Leave It with the DCL Duo | In this week's episode, we're playing "Love it or Leave It" - Disney Treasure style - with Brian and Sam from the DCL Duo. We talk about all the recent announcements (except for last week's big announcement about the new Moana stage show) and let you know how we feel about them. This was a really fun episode and I hope you enjoy it, too! You can find Brian and Sam's show wherever podcasts are found. You can also follow their social media pages @DCLDuo. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. You can also check out my new blog at www.thedcldude.com. If you have any ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! | — | ||||||
| 12/19/22 | Episode 128: DCL Love It or Leave It | 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 ideas for future episodes, I'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send me an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! | — | ||||||
| 11/18/19 | Episode 56: Trip Log - 3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral | My wife and I recently got to take a 3-Night Bahamian Cruise on the Disney Dream from Port Canaveral WITHOUT our kids! We had so much fun and we're here to tell you all about our trip! You can also read write-ups and see pictures from our trip over on our Facebook page. Give the page a like while you're there! Day 1: https://www.facebook.com/notes/the-dcl-dude-podcast/trip-recap-day-1-3-night-bahamian-aboard-the-disney-dream/2474130452857592/ Day 2: https://www.facebook.com/notes/the-dcl-dude-podcast/trip-recap-day-2-nassau/2474921062778531/ Day 3: https://www.facebook.com/notes/the-dcl-dude-podcast/trip-recap-day-3-castaway-cay/2475150742755563/ If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 11/4/19 | Episode 55: Sailing During a Hurricane Part 2 | The August 30th cruise on the Disney Dream during Hurricane Dorian was the one that got most of the publicity. But there was another cruise that was altered because of the hurricane. Listener Brent joins me in this episode to give his perspective of how things were handled on his cruise and to discuss some of the details of his trip. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 10/21/19 | Episode 54: Back to Alaska with Chris B. | Listener Chris joins me in this episode to talk about his family's recent trip to Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder. Chris had some interesting and unique experiences to share, along with discussing his overall experience on this cruise. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
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| 10/7/19 | Episode 53: Conversation with Disney Imagineer, Joe Lanzisero | I was extremely fortunate to be able to speak with former DISNEY IMAGINEER Joe Lanzisero. We talked about his extensive experience working on Disney Cruise Line projects and he takes us behind the scenes of some of the major decision-making that led to many of the things that we love about the current ships in the fleet. We also chatted about his own history with the Walt Disney Company and I got some of his thoughts about the upcoming new ships. What a privilege it was to speak with Joe! You do NOT want to miss this show!! If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 9/30/19 | Bonus Episode: Winter/Spring 2021 Itinerary Release | In this bonus episode, I give you my thoughts on the newly-announced Winter/Spring 2021 itineraries and highlight the schedules for each of the ships! I also remind you of the important opening day booking dates. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 9/23/19 | Episode 52: Sailing During a Hurricane | The Disney Dream was scheduled to sail a 3-Night Bahamian cruise on August 30th. However, because of Hurricane Dorian, the itinerary was first altered to a 5-Night Western Caribbean before ultimately being altered again to add a sixth night. Christine was onboard the Disney Dream during this cruise and talks about her experiences and how situations like these are handled by Disney. If you'd like to donate to the relief efforts in the Bahamas, Royal Caribbean is collaborating with the Bahamian government and their non-profit partner and will match every dollar donated up to $500,000. Certainly there are dozens of organizations who are helping out, but if you don't know where to start, this might be a good place. You can donate here. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can connect with the show on Twitter (@theDCLdude), or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas about future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you! Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise. Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 9/9/19 | Episode 51: Sailing to Alaska - DCL or RCCL? | Joe from backtothemouse.com, fresh off his family's visit to Alaska aboard a Royal Caribbean ship, joins us in this episode to talk about the differences between sailing to Alaska with Royal Caribbean versus sailing with Disney. Joe has experienced both, so it's interesting to hear his thoughts about what makes each unique. Stay tuned to the end to hear which he would prefer! Check out Joe's website: www.backtothemouse.com If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas about future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you! Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise. Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 9/3/19 | Bonus Episode: DCL at D23 | In this episode I (finally) discuss the exciting Disney Cruise Line news that came out of the D23 Expo last week! We talk about the name of the new ship and some very exciting new details about Disney Cruise Line's newest destination, Lighthouse Point. I hope you enjoy! Show notes: Alanna Zingano's livestream video of the D23 DCL announcement More from Disney Parks Blog about Lighthouse Point Link to Alanna's YouTube channel Alanna's Facebook page Full Breakdown of Every Announcement at the 2019 D23 Parks and Resort Panel If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas about future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you! Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise. Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 8/26/19 | Episode 50: Halloween on the High Seas | Summer is winding down and Fall is just around the corner! That means Disney Cruise Line's Halloween on the High Seas sailings will begin very soon! In this episode, I'll fill you in on all the details you'll want to know heading into your HotHS cruise! If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas about future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you! Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise. Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 8/12/19 | Episode 49: An 8-Night Eastern Caribbean and Mickey and Minnie's Surprise Party at Sea | Listener Sarah joins us in this week's episode to talk about a somewhat unique itinerary she recently sailed with her family on the Disney Fantasy - an 8-Night Eastern Caribbean. We go through her days at sea and her days in port and talk about the new deck party - Mickey and Minnie's Surprise Party at Sea! If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas about future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you! Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise. Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 7/29/19 | Episode 48: The DCL Dude Podcast Game Show #1 | In this episode we play a DCL game with a couple contestants from around the country! Play along and see how you do! Also, look out on our Facebook page for details of the video of the show being posted. Hope you enjoy! If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas about future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you! Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise. Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 7/15/19 | Episode 47: The Ultimate Disney Cruise Packing Guide | Anybody else hate packing as much as me? Well, in this episode, my wife joins me to give you a list of things that are essential for us to bring on our cruises that make things easier, more convenient, and more comfortable. Let us know what we missed! If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you. Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 7/1/19 | Episode 46: DVC Member Cruises with DCL | We're talking Disney Vacation Club Member cruises in this week's Episode. Our guest for the show, Jason, sailed on the most recent member cruise out of San Diego in May and gives us a peek at all the member extras offered onboard. Plus, the million dollar question...is it worth the extra cost to sail one of these cruises? Hope you enjoy! If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you. Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 6/17/19 | Episode 45: Transatlantic Cruises | Kathy from Michigan joins us in this episode to talk about her family's recent Eastbound Transatlantic cruise from Miami. We talk about sea days, onboard entertainment, European ports of call, packing tips for long cruises, and several other topics. Also, stay tuned until the end to hear Kathy's best and "least-best" things about a transatlantic cruise! You can also read the press release from Disney Cruise Line announcing the upcoming enhancements to the Disney Wonder here. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you. Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 6/10/19 | Bonus Episode: DCL Fall 2020 Itinerary Release | In this bonus episode, I give you my general thoughts on the just-announced Fall 2020 itinerary release and highlight the new schedules. Below are the opening day booking windows for these new itineraries: Platinum CC members: Monday, June 10 Gold CC members: Tuesday, June 11 Silver CC and DVC members: Wednesday, June 12 First-time cruisers and general booking: Thursday, June 13 Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, we would love to help you out for FREE! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 6/3/19 | Episode 44: What's Included | In this episode we go over all the things included in the cost of your Disney Cruise, and some other things that are not! We also catch you up on all the news surrounding Disney Cruise Line from the past two weeks! Hope you enjoy! If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you. Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 5/20/19 | Episode 43: Disney Cruise Line Trivia Questions! | We mix it up a little bit in this episode to test your Disney Cruise knowledge! Feel free to play along as we bring you some Disney Cruise Line-related trivia questions. How many can you get? If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you. Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
| 5/6/19 | Episode 42: The Royal Suites | Listener Chris joins us in this episode to talk about his family's experiences sailing in the Royal Suites with Disney Cruise Line! He has completed three cruises in one of these suites, so tune in to hear all the details! If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes. Also, don't forget you can 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, we would love to help you. Our services are completely FREE and we'll give you some onboard credit to spend on your cruise! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com to get started! | — | ||||||
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