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, 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 b...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 126
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 to connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episod...
Nov 07, 2022•44 min•Ep. 125
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 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...
Oct 11, 2022•50 min•Ep. 124
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 connect with the show on Twitter and Instagram @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes,...
Sep 27, 2022•29 min•Ep. 123
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. Please also help support Theron's project, "How Does Disney Do That?" Follow the project on Instagram @howdoesdisneydothat and be sure to visit the web...
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 122
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 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 Di...
Aug 29, 2022•52 min•Ep. 121
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 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@...
Aug 08, 2022•39 min•Ep. 120
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/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 alon...
Jul 25, 2022•56 min•Ep. 119
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 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...
Jul 21, 2022•43 min•Ep. 118
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 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, d...
Jul 19, 2022•43 min•Ep. 117
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 @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 abo...
Jul 05, 2022•46 min•Ep. 116
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 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 he...
Jun 13, 2022•50 min•Ep. 115
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 experience. 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 ide...
May 23, 2022•55 min•Ep. 114
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@mickeyworldtravel.com . Happy booking!
Apr 28, 2022•27 min
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 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! ...
Apr 25, 2022•57 min•Ep. 113
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 ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send us an email at w...
Apr 11, 2022•48 min•Ep. 112
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 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 ...
Mar 30, 2022•40 min•Ep. 111
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 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 Cr...
Mar 14, 2022•46 min•Ep. 110
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, don't go it alone! Send us an email at wes@mickeyworldtravel.com for a FREE quote and find out how to get some onboard credit to spend on your cruise!...
Feb 14, 2022•54 min•Ep. 109
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 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...
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 108
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 for future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send us an email at wes@mick...
Jan 17, 2022•45 min•Ep. 107
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 lot of those. Hope you enjoy. Thanks for all your support this year! Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at fac...
Dec 28, 2021•30 min•Ep. 106
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 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 ...
Dec 06, 2021•56 min•Ep. 105
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 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,...
Nov 15, 2021•42 min•Ep. 104
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 ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them! Finally, if you're thinking about booking a Disney Cruise, don't go it alone! Send us an email at we...
Nov 01, 2021•49 min•Ep. 103
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 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...
Oct 18, 2021•56 min•Ep. 102
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 Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. If you have any ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear them!...
Oct 13, 2021•31 min
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 Carol on Instagram @disneycruise_momof3. Don't forget to connect with the show on Twitter @theDCLdude, or on Facebook at facebook.com/dcldudepodcast. ...
Oct 04, 2021•48 min•Ep. 101
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 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 booki...
Sep 13, 2021•35 min•Ep. 100
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 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, ...
Aug 23, 2021•51 min•Ep. 99
