DCL Podcast

Christy Pudyk & Lake Sprenkle

Disney Cruise Line Podcast featuring travel tips, history, and news

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Nov 8, 2021 · 57 min
244 Back to Back sailings aboard the Disney Wonder
Good friend of the show, Ryan from Phoenix, joins us this week to discuss his family’s return to sailing with Disney Cruise Line. Ryan and his family moved a seven day sailing on the Fantasy, too back to back sailings on the Disney Wonder, as she began sailing again out of San Diego. We discuss how the boarding process worked between sailings, with their son who wasn’t vaccinated. We then turn to their experiences onboard the ship, dining, entertainment, thoughts about their state room, kids clubs, and finish talking about their snorkeling adventure in Cabo San Lucas. So pack your flip flops and cruising gear, and brush up on your Spanish with Duo Lingo, it’s time to set sail aboard the Disney Wonder out of San Diego. 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
Nov 1, 2021 · 45 min
243 A Run Disney update with Lake from MouseGen
We’re excited to bring you the audio portion of a recent broadcast Chris and I did with Lake over on his YouTube channel MouseGen. We go over all of the details which Run Disney has put out in preparation for the upcoming Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend. We cover registration, getting into the expo, what you can anticipate race day, give our thoughts on the medals they are giving out, and finally touch on the amazing after race party at Epcot. So lace up your shoes, its time to get back on the road and run again, Run Disney is back! Follow and subscribe to all the amazing content Lake and Kaitie create over at MouseGen: https://www.youtube.com/c/MouseGen 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
Oct 28, 2021 · 53 min
242 Sailing Concierge aboard the Disney Fantasy
Carol, aka the Disney Momof3, joins us this week to discuss the changes they have made for concierge guests, since Disney Cruise Line has begun sailing again. Carol and her family have had several voyages in Concierge aboard the Disney Fantasy and Magic, and she does an amazing job show casing the perks and benefits for family’s who choose to sail Concierge with Disney Cruise Line. In addition, she is also an amazing photographer who showcases her photos daily on Instagram. Enjoy everyone! You can follow Carol and her family’s adventures on Instagram at: http://www.instagram.com/disneycruise_momof3 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
Oct 22, 2021 · 55 min
241 A Cabana’s portion of topics: Sailing on the Disney Dream and Wonder, and visiting Disneyland
This episode we bring you a Cabana’s selection of topics, as we discuss Christys latest sailing on the Dream, Steve’s sailing on the Wonder, and what’s going on with the big crowds at Disneyland. It’s always fun to get together and talk Disney Cruise Line and Disneyland, and we hope this discussion helps you and your family plan your sailings and visits in the future. 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
Oct 19, 2021 · 22 min
240 Thoughts while sailing onboard the Disney Wonder
Steve and Ahnawake sit down near the Quiet Cove Adult Pool area to reflect on some of the things they had experienced during their 3 day cruise on the Disney Wonder. This was a 3 day Halloween on the High Seas sailing out of San Diego, on the Disney Wonder. We’ll have a little more extensive trip report out later this week. It was great to be back onboard, 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
Oct 13, 2021 · 52 min
239 The first sailing of the Disney Wonder out of San Diego
We are joined this week by good friend of the show, Bryan from Utah. He and his family just got back from the first Sailing of the Disney Wonder out of San Diego, as Disney Cruise Line gets all their ships sailing again. Bryan is a wealth of information and fun, and this is a fast paced episode. We discuss their days in San Diego before the cruise, Covid protocols at the Port of San Diego, embarkation, the Pixie dust which was sprinkled on their cabin selection, dining, all the onboard entertainment and fun they experienced, how Port Excursions work (snorkeling in Cabo anyone?), and lots of tips to help you and your family plan your upcoming sailing. So pack those bags, and head West, not East, it’s time to sail aboard the Disney Wonder out of the iconic Port of San Diego. 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
Oct 13, 2021 · 35 min
238 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove – Disney Cruise Line Early 2023 Sailing Release
This is a rebroadcast of our live Coffee at the Cove show, where Christy and Steve discuss Disney Cruise Lines 2023 early cruise sailing release. We cover what each ship is doing, cruises which stand out during this time period, and how/when to book these new sailings. You can view this show on our Facebook and YouTube channels as well. Enjoy everyone, and best of luck to everyone booking early 2023 sailings. 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
Oct 11, 2021 · 45 min
237 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove-DCL September News Re-cap
This is a rebroadcast of our monthly live DCL news recap show. You can view the show on our Facebook and YouTube channels as well. 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
Oct 6, 2021 · 1 hr
236 A land vacation to Iceland, after a Summer cruise was cancelled
Good friend of the show, Lauren, joins us this week to discuss her and her husbands latest adventure to the beautiful country of Iceland. They were all set to sail on the Disney Magic to Scotland, Iceland, and Norway in 2021, but unfortunately their cruise was cancelled. So they did what all of us would do, they put a land vacation together to visit Iceland. Lauren does an excellent job stepping us through their planning process, how they got there, where they stayed, amazing food and ice cream they had along the way, and detailing all the amazing sites they were able to experience and see. Iceland is truly a bucket list destination for those who enjoy getting off the beaten path, and spending time in the outdoors. Cruise Cancelled? Don’t Sweat!!!! It’s time to pivot and head out on a land vacation to one of the worlds most remote and beautiful country’s, Iceland. 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
Oct 1, 2021 · 48 min
235 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove – Christy’s 4 night sailing on the Disney Fantasy
This is a rebroadcast of our Live Coffee at the Cove show, for Patreon supporters. We have a fun time with Christy as she looks back at her 4 night sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy, from Port Canaveral. 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
Sep 28, 2021 · 1 hr
234 Sailing with Cloe, from the Vlog Cloe and Dan, aboard the Disney Dream
We’re joined this week by Cloe, from the amazing Vlog, Cloe and Dan. She and Dan just returned from a 3 night sailing aboard the Disney Dream, and she joins us to discuss how they started their amazing Vlog, and all the fun they had on their latest sailing. We discuss pre-cruise planning, embarkation, dining, entertainment, onboard shopping, some of their favorite lounges, sailing with a large group, and of course all the fun they had during their two days on Castaway Cay. In addition to this podcast, make sure you’re following Cloe and Dan via their Vlog on YouTube, where you can see videos featuring everything they experienced during this cruise, along with all their adventures around WDW and beyond. So pack those suitcases, grab your suntan lotion, and your favorite beach wear, we’re setting sail for two wonderful days at Castaway Cay, aboard the Disney Dream! Follow Cloe and Dan Via YouTube and Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/c/CloeandDan https://www.instagram.com/cloeanddanvlogs/ 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
Sep 24, 2021 · 32 min
233 Captain Mini Episode: Saving money booking a DCL Cruise
Join us for our Mini-sode featuring several strategies you can use to save money, next time you book a Disney Cruise. We cover opening day booking, onboard booking credits, advantages of using the Disney Visa Card, Disney gift cards, and finish up talking about the pro’s and con’s of Disney Cruise Lines Special Offer rates. We also touch quickly on money saving tips for Adventures by Disney. We hope these Mini-sodes help you and your family, when you begin planning your next Disney Cruise Line/Adventure’s by Disney Vacations. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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
Sep 22, 2021 · 1 hr 3 min
232 Sarah, from Gluten Free and Dairy Free at WDW’s, latest sailing aboard the Disney Dream
Sarah, who gave us a detailed look at the check in process for her upcoming Disney Dream sailing (Ep 222), rejoins us to fill us in on all the fun she and Brandon had aboard this sailing. In this episode, we discuss the boarding process, their cabin preferences, main dining experiences along with Palo Brunch and Remy, onboard entertainment (wait, what? still no popcorn:)), spending time on the pool deck, paddle boating on Castaway Cay, along with lots of tips to help you plan and enjoy your next Disney Cruise. So grab your suntan lotion, and pack a nice shirt and tie, we’re eating gourmet dinners at Palo and Remy, and then kicking back with our feet in the sand on Castaway Cay….it’s time to sail aboard the Disney Dream! Follow and Connect with Sarah via her Blog and YouTube channel: Gluten Free and Dairy Free at WDW: http://www.glutenfreediaryfreewdw.com https://www.youtube.com/c/gfdfwdw Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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
Sep 16, 2021 · 18 min
231 Bonus Episode: Getting back onboard the Fantasy, Staying at Vero Beach Resort, dining at Old Key Wests Olivia
Join us for a quick episode where we discuss the steps Christy’s family has had to take to get back onboard the Disney Fantasy this weekend. We also touch on Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, and why you might want to stay here next time before/after your cruise. We also give you our thoughts on eating at Olivia’s, located in Disney’s Old Key West Resort at Walt Disney World. Enjoy everyone! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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
Sep 14, 2021 · 1 hr 4 min
230 Chris and Seth’s Hawaiian vacation: Oahu, Waikiki, and Aulani
Join us for a fun episode as Chris recaps his first visit to Hawaii. We recap their adventures as they travelled to Hawaii for the first time, spent time on Waikiki, explored the North Shore, ate Dole Whip and Shave Ice, did a star gazing excursion, visited Kualoa ranch where Jurassic park and several other movies were filmed, and topped off their visit with two fun filled days at Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa. So grab your rubber slippers, your beach towel, and sunscreen, we’re off to visit the beautiful island of Oahu, and Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa. Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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
Sep 10, 2021 · 1 hr 10 min
229 A look a Disney’s newest ship: The Galactic Star Cruiser, The Halcyon
Join us for a fun episode, as we take a look at the experience (what we know of it so far, along with a little speculation on our part) guests will be able to experience, as Disney’s Galactic Star Cruiser, the Halcyon comes on line in 2022. Dennis from Podcast Star Dust joins us to help place where the Halcyon fits in the Star Wars Universe, we then talk about the suites guest will be able to book, dining, and then finish up with what we know your day by day experience will entail. For Star Wars fans, this truly looks like an amazing once in a life time experience, and we cant wait to hear about it once she launches in 2022. Follow Dennis and Jay at their amazing podcast, Podcast Stardust: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-stardust/id1484270010 Find out more Disney’s Galactic Star Cruiser, the Halcyon: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/star-wars-galactic-starcruiser/overview/?ef_id=0c319ce89c581352b485fdd33fa22aaa:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!5060!10!80539334225791!80539418350889&CMP=KNC-FY21_WDW_TRA_DOM-EXCFL_W365_RES_SWGS_StarWarsGalacticStarcruiser_Exact%7CB%7C5211013.RR.AM.01.01%7CMCHQ0HN%7CBR%7C80539334225791&keyword_id=kwd-80539418350889:loc-190%7Cdc%7Cgalactic%20star%20cruiser%7C80539334225791%7Ce%7C5060:10%7C&msclkid=0c319ce89c581352b485fdd33fa22aaa&dclid=COSm4NeE9fICFSEprQYdovABPQ Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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
Sep 7, 2021 · 1 hr 6 min
228 Christy’s 3 Day sailing aboard the Disney Dream
Christy and her family have just returned from a 3 day cruise aboard the Disney Dream, and she joins us this week to talk about their experiences. This 3 day cruise departed from Port Canaveral, and featured 2 stops at Castaway Cay. We discuss the embarkation process, covid testing protocols, the new welcome aboard show, the new muster drill process, how to book and navigate the kids clubs, dining, onboard entertainment, dinner at Palo, and of course what it was like spending two wonderful days at Castaway Cay. Soooo, it’s time to pack your bags and suntan lotion, and head back out to Port Canaveral, the Disney Dream is back sailing! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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
Sep 2, 2021 · 1 hr 5 min
227 Rebroadcast: Coffee at the Cove – DCL August News Re-cap
This is a rebroadcast of our monthly live DCL news recap show. You can view the show on our Facebook and YouTube pages as well. Thanks to Stephen from Tampa (our FL Beat Reporter), for joining us again this week! Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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
Aug 31, 2021 · 48 min
226 Port Adventure Series: Sailing the Baltic/Northern Europe aboard the Disney Magic
Our Port Adventure Series continues as we turn our focus to Northern Europe, as we look at some of the Baltic countries you can visit while sailing aboard the Disney Magic. We are joined this week by good friend of the show Jon, from the United Kingdom. Jon and his family sailed through the Baltic aboard the Disney Magic a few years ago. Jon has also travelled previously on land vacations throughout this region as well, so he is well versed with many of the country’s surrounding the Baltic Sea. We touch on the different city’s DCL currently visits, and some of the unique experiences you and your family can have, when you visit this historically rich and beautiful part of the world. We hope this series helps you plan your next adventures, or stirs your imagination into visiting this very unique area of the world. Learn more about what tours you and your family can book through SPB Tours: https://www.spb-tours.com/ Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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
Aug 25, 2021 · 49 min
225 Sailing aboard the Disney Magic from Liverpool
We’re back this week with another fun trip report, featuring a Disney Magic sailing from Liverpool, England. Claire joins us this week to discuss her family’s 4 night Disney Magic at Sea sailing, this Summer. Claire and her family are no strangers to Disney Cruise Line, already having sailed on the Disney Dream in the Caribbean, and the Disney Wonder twice through Alaska. However, this was their first time sailing on the Disney Magic, and also sailing from their home country, England. We have a fun time hearing all about their experiences, as we touch on pre-arrival planning, embarkation, dining, on-board fun, a great perspective of the Edge (one of the teen’s kids club), character interactions, and her thoughts about Disney continuing these sailings in the future. So pack up your bags and swim wear, we’re headed out to sea for a four night cruise aboard the Disney Magic Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com brightbydisney@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