DCL Podcast

Erin Foster joins us this week to discuss the latest publication of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line. She also just recently got off a sailing aboard the Disney Dream, so she does a good job talking about her experiences, along with new recommendations which they outline in the new edition. We also touch on the new Adventure Cruises to the Galapagos and Antarctica, available to book through Adventures by Disney. Finally, as a long time resident of New York, Erin offers up some great tips for visiting the city she loves, and taking in a show on Broadway. So, pack your bags, and don’t forget your camera and laptop to document all the fun, we’re headed out to Sea aboard Disney Cruise Line, with the amazing Erin Foster. Follow Erin Foster at the Unofficial Guide Website: https://theunofficialguides.com/product/the-unofficial-guide-to-the-disney-cruise-line/ Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Chad joins us this week to discuss his family’s Spring Break trip to San Diego, where they sailed on a 5 night cruise to Mexico. Then after debarking, they jumped on a train to Anaheim, where they spent 3 days visiting the Disneyland Resort for the first time. We have a fun time catching up on their experiences onboard the Wonder, including thoughts on Tiana’s Place, Coffee and Beignets in the morning, Kayaking in Ensenada, and more. Then we’re off to Disneyland to get his thoughts on both parks, and the new Avengers Campus. It’s an epic Spring Break filled with whales in Cabo, coffee and beignets on sea days, and Spider Man flying through the air over Avengers Campus….Enjoy everyone. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Steve, Ahnawake, and the kids just got back from sailing aboard the Disney Wonder out of San Diego, over Spring Break. Joining them on this cruise, were two good friends of our show, Chad and Lynn. We hope you enjoy this show, as we look back at some of our thoughts and experiences, as we sailed aboard the Disney Wonder to Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Join us for our April Cabana’s show, where we discuss a variety of topics. Today we touch on current DCL Covid protocols, and how they work and feel when sailing with Disney. We’re also excited to talk about the 2022 release of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line, it’s good to see that back. We finish up with a fun discussion as to whether we think sailing with Disney Cruise Line is a Premium experience right now (we’d love to hear your opinions). Thanks as always for joining us everyone! Find out more about the state of DCL’s Kids Clubs, at Christy’s blog: https://www.packyourpixiedust.com/current-state-of-the-kids-clubs-on-disney-cruise-line/ Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Adam joins us this week to discuss his family’s latest sailing onboard the Disney Fantasy, which featured a Star Wars Day at Sea. This was his family’s first sailing since the Covid shut down, so needless to say, they were excited to get back onboard. We have a fun time discussing all the ins and outs of what happens during a Star Wars Day at Sea, from character interactions, dining changes, the night time show, and finishing off with changes we’d love to see them make to these themed day cruises. We also touch on what they did in port, when they stopped at Costa Maya in Mexico. So dust off those Jedi Robe’s and light sabers, and don’t forget to book a room for your droids…we’re setting sail on the Disney Fantasy, and living out our Star Wars Dreams at Sea. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Christy just got off the Disney Dream, where she traveled with a friend and her family. Her friends kids were ages 4 and 21, so she decided to sit down with Christopher, who is 21, to talk to him about what it’s like to travel aboard DCL at that age. As you’ll see, there is a lot of fun you can have aboard DCL at that age, if you go out and look for it. Enjoy everyone! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via:http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Welcome back to our DCL 101 Miniesodes. In this episode, Christy and I discuss all aspects of dining in Cabana’s. We talk about whats offered, when it’s open, strategies for when to visit and how to make the most out of your breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We finish up by taking a look at the quick service options offered on the pool decks of each of the ships….from pizza, to burgers, to salads, to the amazing schwarma aboard the Magic and Wonder. Bon Appetit! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

We’re joined this week by good friends, and frequent DCL cruisers, Rachel and Nathan. They recently cruised this past Christmas time aboard the Disney Dream, with their 3 amazing kids. We have a great time discussing their plans before sailing, how they make use of their cabin with all 5 of them in it, dining tips and tricks with younger kids, the kids clubs, spending time up at the pool and around the ship, their family port adventure in Nassau, and of course spending time on Castaway Cay. So, It’s time to pack that diaper bag, all those changes of clothes and swim suits, and don’t forget your sense of humor when traveling with young kids….we’re not sitting at home anymore, we’re headed out for Adventure aboard the beautiful Disney Dream! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Join us for our March Cabana’s show, where we discuss a variety of topics. Today we touch on the Disney Wonders return to the West Coast, and this time she’s staying much longer than normal. We then dive into some of the latest experiences which will debut on the Disney Wish this Summer, and finish up with some thoughts on dining ala Carte at Palo. Thanks for joining us everyone! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com chriszbright@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com

Bryan joins us this week to discuss his Family’s trip to Costa Rica, this past Summer. He does an outstanding job talking about the pre trip planning, how they got their, where they stayed, some of their favorite meals while they were down there, and of course, we touch on all the fun they had exploring this amazing country. So grab your best Fedora, pack your best hiking boots, and don’t forget your swim suit….we’re off to explore the beautiful country of Costa Rica.