Aug 17, 2019 · 48 min
DP
Society & Culture
DCL Podcast
Christy Pudyk & Lake Sprenkle
Disney Cruise Line Podcast featuring travel tips, history, and news
- 500 episodes
- Updated Wednesday
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- DPAug 8, 2019 · 1 hr 2 min
103 A DCL Fan discusses his recent cruise to Alaska onboard the Norwegian Jewel
Listener Chris, a long time Disney Cruise Line fan, joins us to discuss his first time experience sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line. He, his husband, and friends sailed on a 7 night Alaskan itinerary from Seward, Alaska to Vancouver Canada. Chris discusses his thoughts on the ship, dining, entertainment, and of course shore excursions they experienced during their sailing. Enjoy everyone. You can support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can contact Steve and Christy via the links below: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPAug 1, 2019 · 47 min
102 Author Paul Thornton discusses his latest book, The Joy of Cruising
Award winning author Paul Thornton joins us to discuss his latest book, The Joy of Cruising: Passionate Cruisers, Fascinating Stories. We have a fun time discussing Pauls cruising background, how he came up with the idea for his latest book, and some of the unique individuals who are featured in his book. You can find the Joy of Cruising wherever books are sold, and you can connect with Paul through his Facebook page, with the link below. Enjoy everyone. Paul Thornton: www.facebook.com/thejoyofcruising You can support our show through Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can connect with Steve and Christy: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPJul 27, 2019 · 1 hr 2 min
101 A families first DCL Cruise, onboard the Disney Fantasy
The best way to kick off our next 100 shows, is with a family experiencing their first Disney Cruise. Listener Dave joins us to discuss his families first Disney Cruise to the Western Caribbean. They sailed on a 7 night sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy, and we discuss his families thoughts about planning the cruise, the stateroom they booked, their dining experience, onboard entertainment, and of course their shore excursions. Enjoy everyone. You can support our show through our Patreon page: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can connect with Steve and Christy via: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPJul 25, 2019 · 47 min
100 A little fun celebrating 100 Episodes
Join us as we have a little fun celebrating our 100th episode. Christy and Steve cover how the podcast started, some of our favorite experiences sailing with Disney Cruise Line, and we finish up with some ask the Pilot questions. We want to thank everyone who has listened to our show, come on the show and shared your experiences, and supported the show through our Patreon site and by writing reviews of the show. It has truly been our pleasure to produce this podcast, and we look forward to producing the next 100! Enjoy everyone. You can support the show through our Patreon site: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can connect with Steve and Christy: Steve: http://steve@dclpodcast http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: http://christy@packyourpixiedust http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPJul 18, 2019 · 1 hr 6 min
099 West Coast DVC Members Cruise aboard the Disney Wonder
Listener Amber joins us once again to discuss her families latest cruise aboard the Disney Wonder. This cruise was the DVC Member West Coast sailing between San Diego and Vancouver, Canada. She discusses all of the different experiences and events which are available only on these DVC Members Cruises, from: early movie screenings, panel discussions with Imagineers and Disney Legends, special Character Meet and Greet’s, along with all of the DVC Swag which is given out during the cruise. These truly are special once in a life time cruises for DVC Members. Enjoy everyone. If you would like more info. on DVC and their Member Cruises: http://www.disneyvacationclub.com If you would like to support our show as a Patreon Member: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast If you would like to contact Steve or Christy, you can reach us via: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPJul 10, 2019 · 1 hr 8 min
098 A European Adventure: Barcelona ABD Escape, Mediterranean Cruise aboard the Disney Magic, and Disneyland Paris
Listener Chris joins us again to discuss his families first trip to Europe. They began their trip in Barcelona with Adventures by Disney, where they spent 3 days touring the city and countryside. They then set sail on a 7 day Mediterranean Cruise aboard the Disney Magic between Barcelona and Rome. They finished their European vacation by flying to Paris where they toured the city, Disneyland Paris, and Normandy. I hope you enjoy this amazing European vacation. You can support the show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can reach Steve and Christy via email or Facebook: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast
- DPJul 3, 2019 · 41 min
097 DCL 101: Places to stay before cruising out of Port Canaveral
Join Christy and Steve as we continue our DCL 101 series, a series of informative episodes to help you cruise smarter. In this episode we discuss the pro’s and con’s of staying near the airport, at Walt Disney World, and Port Canaveral itself before your next cruise. We also touch on transportation options from each of these areas. We hope this series helps you in planning your next cruise. Enjoy everyone. You can support our show through Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can connect with Steve and Christy via: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust You can book travel arrangements for your next cruise or Disney Vacation with Christy at: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com If you’re interested in using the Town Car service Christy uses, you can reach them via: http://www.orlandoairporttowncar.com
- DPJul 1, 2019 · 28 min
Bonus Episode: Disney Early Morning Magic
Listener Adam joins us once again in this Bonus Episode for a quick over-view of the Disney Morning Magic experiences at the Magic Kingdom and Toy Story Land. These are both experiences which you could combine either before or after a cruise, and Adam has some great tips and insight into how to maximize these experiences. Enjoy everyone.
- DPJun 27, 2019 · 1 hr 2 min
096 Catching the Disney Cruise Line Bug, 5 cruises in a year and a half
Listeners Sam and Brian, who recently caught the Disney Cruise Line Bug, join us to discuss their 4 cruises which they have sailed on over this past year. We discuss why they have fallen in love with sailing on Disney Cruise Line: from the service, to the cabins, the food, the kids and adult activities, Castaway Cay, and of course the amazing ports which they have been able to sail to. They have their 5th cruise booked next month aboard the beautiful Disney Fantasy to the Southern Caribbean. Enjoy everyone. You can support our show through our Patreon page: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can reach Steve and Christy via the links below: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: Christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPJun 19, 2019 · 1 hr 1 min
095 A fun conversation with Marcus Monroe, Comedian Juggler
Marcus Monroe joins us for a fun conversation focusing on how he started his career as a comedian juggler, and how he started performing aboard the Disney Cruise Ships. Marcus has done an amazing job building his career, into one of the top variety acts performing aboard Disney and other cruise lines today. We focus on how he began and built his career, what its like to perform on the Disney Ships, where performers stay and what is included when they work aboard the ships. We finish up with advice for others who would like to perform aboard, and where his career is headed next. You can find him performing aboard the Fantasy several times during the Summer and Fall of 2019, and then again throughout 2020. I hope you enjoy this fun conversation. You can connect with Marcus, and find his next performances at: http://www.marcusmonroe.com You can support our show via patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Connect with Steve and Christy via email/Facebook/Twitter: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPJun 13, 2019 · 55 min
094 First time sailing with Disney Cruise Line
Listener Chris joins us to discuss his families first sailing with Disney Cruise Line. They sailed aboard the Disney Dream out of Port Canaveral on a 4 day Cruise which stopped in Nassau, Bahamas and Castaway Cay. Chris shares all aspects of their vacations as they travelled with their four year old daughter. We discuss their cabin, dining, adult and family entertainment, along with a fun day on the beach at Castaway Cay. Enjoy everyone. You can support our show through our Patreon site: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can reach Steve and Christy via the following links: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPJun 4, 2019 · 44 min
093 A Disney Dream Wedding with photographer Lindsay Coulter
Photographer Lindsay Coulter joins us to discuss the beautiful Disney Wedding she recently photographed on the Disney Dream and Castaway Cay. We discuss how Lindsay got into photography, things that go into planning a destination wedding, how to pick a photographer, the challenges and fun she had photographing this wedding aboard the Disney Dream and Castaway Cay. We finish up with a fun discussion of Disney Bounding with her friend Leslie Kay from the Disney Bound Blog. You can connect with Lindsay through her Website: http://www.Lindsaycoulterphoto.com You can find some fun pictures of the wedding at Disney Style: https://style.disney.com/living/2018/04/23/disney-cruise-line-wedding-little-mermaid/ And you can check out some of the fun Disney Bounding clothes at Leslie Kay’s Blog: http://www.disneybound.co You can support the DCL Podcast via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast As always you can connect with Steve and Christy via Email: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com
- DPMay 30, 2019 · 1 hr 9 min
092 Talking about 8 different Disney Cruises and a Star Wars Day at Sea with Zach
Listener Zach joins us for an over view discussion of the 8 Disney Cruises he and his wife have taken over the past two years. We discuss his favorite activities on the ship, Remy/Palo, the dining rooms, stage shows, and staterooms. We finish the show talking about their latest cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy, which featured a Star Wars Day at Sea. Enjoy everyone! You can support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can connect with Steve and Christy via: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPMay 25, 2019 · 56 min
091 A Disney Cruise Family talks about their recent cruises, and reasons for trying something new this Summer
Listener Adam joins us to discuss his families latest cruise out of New York aboard the Disney Magic. We also discuss some of their favorite on board activities, dining, and of course Port Adventures. But, after several Disney Cruises, his family has decided to branch out and cruise with Royal Caribbean this Summer. We touch on these reasons and what they’re looking forward to experiencing on their family vacation this Summer. Enjoy everyone. You can support our podcast via our Patreon program: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can contact Steve and Christy via the following links: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: http://christy@packyourpixiedust http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPMay 18, 2019 · 1 hr 11 min
090 Sailing the Southern Caribbean on the Disney Wonder with an 11 month old
Listener Jenni joins us to discuss her families latest cruise aboard the Disney Wonder to the Southern Caribbean out of San Juan. They were cruising for the first time with their 11 month old daughter, and she has some wonderful perspectives and advice for traveling with a baby. We cover the nursery, dining, entertainment (Jack Jack’s Diaper Dash anyone?), and of course the amazing ports they were able to visit. Enjoy everyone. For those who wish to support our podcast, you can do so via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can contact Steve and Christy via the Links below: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: wchristy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPMay 7, 2019 · 1 hr
089 Back to Back sailings on the Disney Wonder out of Galveston and San Juan
Listener Frank joins us again to discuss his and his wife’s back to back cruise aboard the Disney Wonder. They left out of Galveston on a 7 day repositioning cruise to San Juan. In San Juan they spent the morning exploring old San Juan, and then reboarded the Wonder for a 7 day Southern Caribbean Sailing. We discuss all the ship board activities, dining, port adventures, and what happens when you sail on back to back sailings. Enjoy everyone. You can support our show through Patreon at: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Follow us on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast You can connect with Steve or Christy via the links below: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixidust
- DPMay 2, 2019 · 1 hr 7 min
088 2019 Spring Break sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy
We are joined this week by listener Chris, whose family sailed on the same cruise as Steve’s this past Spring Break. We give our two views of our Eastern Caribbean Sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy this past March. We touch on dining, staterooms, shipboard activities, Palo, and our stops in Tortola, St. Thomas, and Castaway Cay. Thanks for listening everyone…. Enjoy! You can support our show through our Patreon Page: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast You can reach Steve and Christy via Email, Facebook, and Twitter: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust
- DPApr 25, 2019 · 1 hr 6 min
087 Australia with Adventures by Disney
Listener Donna joins us to discuss her families trip to Australia with Adventures by Disney. We discuss planning a long trip with kids, diving on the Great Barrier Reef, and everything else that is included when you travel on an Adventures by Disney Trip. Enjoy everyone! You can reach Steve and Christy via Facebook and Twitter: Steve: steve@dclpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: christy@packyourpixiedust.com http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust You can partner with us and support our podcast via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast
- DPApr 19, 2019 · 31 min
086 Podcast Update/A Kids view of the Disney Fantasy and the Kids Clubs
Join us in Episode 086 as we introduce our new Patreon program for those of you who would like to partner with our podcast. To find more information, visit http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast We finish up with a fun talk with Steve’s kids, to get their perspectives on the Disney Fantasy and the Kids Clubs on onboard, during our latest Spring Break cruise. Enjoy everyone. You can reach Steve and Christy via Facebook and Twitter: Steve: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.twitter.com/dclpodcast Christy: http://www.facebook.com/packyourpixiedust http://www.twitter.com/packyrpixiedust