DCL Podcast

Christy Pudyk & Lake Sprenkle

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

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Oct 16, 2023 · 54 min
394 Author Jeff Kober joins us to discuss moments from the Disney Companys first 100 years
Author, Speaker, Trainer, Coach, Podcast Host, Jeff Kober joins us this week to discuss some memorable Disney moments, as the company turns 100 years today. Jeff’s latest book, A Century of Powerful Disney Insights, Volume 1, 1923 – 1973 The Walt and Roy Years, is a look back at some of the pivotal moments which helped build the Disney Company into what it is today. Jeff’s passion for Disney storytelling and management style, truly comes through in our discussion, and continues in the books he’s written. So if you’re ready for a fun look back on some of the poignant moments which has helped bring the Disney Company to their 100th Anniversary, then sit back and enjoy the story telling of this amazing author, Jeff Kober. Connect with and follow Jeff through his consulting business and website: http://www.disneyinsights.com Buy your copy of Jeffs latest book through Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Century-Powerful-Disney-Insights-Inspiration/dp/B0CK3H51V9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=20SKOJ7WBVM5C&keywords=jeff+kober+disney&qid=1697416768&sprefix=jeff+kober+disney%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1 Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Oct 9, 2023 · 58 min
393 Visiting WDW and sailing on the Disney Dream over Spring Break
Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Oct 3, 2023 · 1 hr 1 min
Rebroadcast: E.106 A Family’s experience vacationing on the island of Eluthera
With Light House Point in the news, and set to come online next Summer, we thought we’d take a look back on this episode focusing on a family’s experiences vacationing there. Enjoy this look back as we hear about the history, the people, and the beauty of this Island, which is set to host DCL’s Light House Point. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Sep 29, 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
392 Sept. Coffee at the Cove: We’re talking the Treasure, Listener Cruise Tips, and More
Join us for our September Coffee at the Cove show, where we discuss a variety of Disney Cruise Line News and topics. Enjoy everyone. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.com/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Sep 25, 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
391 Ilana, Disney Lifestyle Creator, discusses her first sailing with DCL aboard the Fantasy
Ilana joins us this week to discuss her family’s first sailing with Disney Cruise Line, featuring a double dip stop at Castaway, aboard the Fantasy. Ilana is the fun loving Disney Lifestyle Creator, who runs the instagram channel Ilanafofana, where she chronicles her family’s love of all things Disney. We have a fun time hearing about her instagram channel and Disney Adventures, before turning to her family’s first sailing with Disney Cruise Line. We then cover her thoughts on the sailing from dining, all the onboard fun they had as a family, and of course their adventures on Castaway Cay. So if you’re ready for a fun loving first sailing with Disney Cruise Line, get those bags packed, grab your sunglasses, and dont forget your sense of Adventure! We’re headed out on the High Seas with Ilana and her amazing family, aboard the Disney Fantasy. Follow Ilana and al of her Family’s Adventures: http://www.instagram.com/ilanafofana Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.com/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Sep 19, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
390 Sailing from Barcelona to Southampton aboard the Disney Dream
Jon joins us this week to discuss his family’s cruise this summer aboard the Disney Dream, from Barcelona to Southampton. Since Jon and his family live in England, he’s been a valuable source of information and insight over the years, to help us and others plan our European Sailings. We kick off the show by talking about their time in Barcelona, before we turning to their experiences at some unique ports through Spain, Portugal, and France. Jon and his family planned all their port days outside of Disney Port Excursions, so we touch on this along with all the onboard fun they had as well. So if you’re ready to set sail through Europe, get those bags packed, dont forget your good walking shoes, and since of adventure, we’re setting sail to ports unknown aboard the Beautiful Disney Dream. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast Via: http://www.facebookcom/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Sep 11, 2023 · 1 hr 2 min
389 Talking DCL and Run Disney with Kalyn and Caela from Must Have Magic
Kalyn and Caela, from the fun Instagram Channel Must Have Magic, join us to discuss their Summer cruise to Europe, along with all the Run Disney fun they have as well. We kick off the show by hearing how they met, and eventually decided to start their highly successful Instagram channel. We then focus on their Summer cruise to Europe aboard the Disney Dream, and finish up talking about all the fun they’ve had at several Run Disney Races. So if you’re ready, pack those bags and lace up those running shoes, we’re setting sail with two amazing friends, to Europe aboard the Disney Dream. Follow Kayla and Caela on their Instagram channel: http://www.instagram.com/musthavemagick Support the National Down Syndrome Society: http://www.ndss.org Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast Support our show Via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Sep 7, 2023 · 1 hr
207 Rebroadcast: Ep. 207 Whats included in your Disney Cruise
We’re dusting off our 101 series, and re-booting it as Disney Cruise Line gets ready to start sailing again. Amber joins Christy and Steve to cover what is included in your Disney Cruise Line fare. We take a look at food options, family and adult entertainment options, the kids clubs, pool deck fun, and activities and food on Castaway Cay. So dust off that DCL Cruise App, and that old Paper Navigator, its time to start thinking about cruising again with Disney Cruise Line. Find out more information on whats included on DCL’s website: https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/featured/whats-included-in-cruise/ Connect with Steve, Christy, and Chris: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.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 6, 2023 · 1 hr 12 min
388 Some of our thoughts on the Disney Treasure Release
Disney Cruise Line released some of the new experiences, Disney Cruise Line guest will get encounter, when they set sail on DCL’s newest ship, the Disney Treasure. We cover our thoughts on what was released, along with what wasn’t, and then we touch on initial sailing itineraries and dates, for this much anticipated ship! Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Aug 31, 2023 · 1 hr 12 min
387 An Adventures by Disney Trip to Norway
Donna joins us this week to discuss her family’s latest vacation, an Adventures by Disney Trip to Norway. She and her family have travelled with ABD several times, so it was fun to hear how this trip compared to many of her other land based Adventures. Donna does a great job talking about planning for this trip, and explaining the differences between ABD and your typical cruise vacation. We finish up by hearing about the incredible adventures they had, as they travelled through Norway. With that said, its time to pack your bags and head out to the land of the Mid Night Sun, we’re off to Norway with Adventures by Disney. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Aug 28, 2023 · 58 min
REBROADCAST: 024 Meyer Werft Builder of Disney Ships
As Disney Cruise Line gets ready to reveal the Disney Treasure, join us for a rebroadcast, as we set sail for Papenburg Germany, to learn about the Meyer Werft ship building company. Meyer Werft is the ship yard which built the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, and has been commissioned to build Disney Cruise Lines 3 new ships. Through one of Meyer Werft’s tour guides, we learn about the history of Meyer Werft, the ship building process, and look into the future of what the next generation of ships will look like. To learn more about Meyer Werft and see a fun youtube video of the float out of the Disney Fantasy, check out the links below:
Aug 24, 2023 · 31 min
386 Halloween on the High Seas Sailings Primer, 2023
Fall is just about upon us, and Disney Cruise Lines Halloween on the High Seas sailings kick off this Sept 9, aboard the Disney Magic. So join us in this fun episode as Steve and Christy discuss all the Spooktacular fun you and your family can enjoy, as you set sail with DCL this Fall. We cover the activities and events we have experienced during our past Halloween on the High Seas sailings, and focus on the new additions which DCL has announced for this Fall. So get ready for spooky stories, treats, character meet ups, trick or treating, and of course Mickeys Mousequerade party up on the pool deck, as we set sail for Halloween on the High Seas with Disney Cruise Line. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Aug 22, 2023 · 58 min
385 Talking Alaska and more, with Wes from the DCL Dude Podcast and Chris in the Concierge Lounge
Wes from the DCL Dude Podcast and Chris from the Concierge Lounge join Steve this week for a fun all around Disney Cruise conversation. All three of our family’s sailed to Alaska this Summer (although, all on different cruise lines), so we start off by talking about our experiences, and why Alaska is just a magical place to cruise. We then hit a bunch of random Disney Cruise topics from the just announced stern characters on the Disney Treasure, to Disney Band+, Light House Point, and more! Enjoy this fun conversation with Wes and Chris! Follow Wes at the DCL Dude Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dcl-dude-podcast/id1293289057 Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast
Aug 17, 2023 · 52 min
384 Sailing to the Southern Caribbean aboard the Disney Magic
Jenni joins us this week to discuss her family’s first time sailing the Disney Magic to the Southern Caribbean. This was a 7 night sailing out of Puerto Rico, with stops in Antigua, St. Lucia, Aruba, and Bonaire. These are ports which are on many cruisers bucket list, so we spend the majority of the show talking about the experiences they had in each of them. But before that, we touch on planning for a cruise like this with a younger child, how they got to and from Puerto Rico, and of course all the fun they had onboard the Magic. So if you’re ready to head out for ports unknown, pack those bags, grab your suntan lotion, and don’t forget your best sunglasses, we’re headed out to explore the Southern Caribbean aboard the beautiful Disney Magic. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/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 14, 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
383 A Family’s first time sailing with DCL, aboard the Disney Fantasy
Tamara and her family our first time Disney Cruise Line Cruisers, and they join us this week to discuss their family’s first time sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. We have a great time discussing their Disney background, why they decided to start cruising, how they went about planning for this cruise, and of course we finish off with all the onboard fun and port adventures they experienced. So join us this week as we follow this amazing family, as they set out to sea aboard the beautiful Disney Fantasy. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFg4roSA0yy1qnCySn4tTdQ http://www.threads.net/dcl_podcast Support our show via Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcast Book your next Vacation with Christy: http://www.packyourpixiedust.com
Aug 6, 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
382 Two Family’s cruises to the Mediterranean on the Disney Dream
We’ve got a fun double trip report for you this week, as Derry and Kristi join us to discuss their family’s summer cruises to Europe. Kristi’s family sailed on a 7 night Mediterranean cruise, with stops in Italy, France, and Spain. Derry’s family sailed on an 11 night cruise, featuring stops in Greece, Italy, France, and Spain. They both are a wealth of information on getting to Europe, planning days prior to and after the cruise, along with all of their thoughts on what they decided to do in each port. As a bonus, we also touch on Disneyland Paris (where each of them had gone recently), and Krisiti’s time in London after her cruise. So if you’re ready for a Grand European Adventure, get those bags packed, pass ports set, and dont forget your sense of Adventure, we’re headed out to explore the Mediterranean and beyond, aboard the beautiful Disney Dream. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@gmail.com Follow the DCL Podcast via: http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcast http://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcast http://www.threads.net/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
Jul 29, 2023 · 47 min
Re-release (Ep. 137): A History of Disney Cruise Line with Jim Korkis
Author Jim Korkis joins us to discuss the beginning history of Disney Cruise Line. The beginnings of the cruise line were much more complicated than Michael Eisner waking up one day, and saying “Lets start a Cruise Line!”. Jim does an amazing job weaving this tale together. Enjoy Part 1 of this multi part series, as we look back to the events that brought about the Disney Cruise Line. You can buys Jims books through all Major books stores, click below for his site on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jim%20Korkis/author/B000APY7BS
Jul 26, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
381 July Cabana’s Show: Haunted Mansion Bar Rumors/Australia Sailing Protocols/and More!
Join us for our July Cabana’s Show. We touch on a myriad of topics surrounding Disney Cruise Line, including our thoughts on the Rumored Haunted Mansion Bar on the Treasure, updates on protocols to sail out of Australia, increased fee’s to dine at Palo, Enchante, and Remy (yes, we still think its worth it), whats going up with the Global 1, plus much more. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@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
Jul 24, 2023 · 1 hr 9 min
380 Return to Sailing with DCL aboard the Disney Wish
Amy, one of our first guests to come on our podcast, is finally back to talk about her family’s latest sailing aboard the Disney Wish. After a bout with motion sickness on land after her last cruise, it took several years for her to diagnose the problem, and come up with a solution for it with her doctors. After working it out, she was more than excited to get back onboard a Disney ship, and none better to start with, then the Disney Wish. Amy is also and Uber Planner, so sit back and take it in, she’s got a lot of amazing tips for you and your family, next time you sail. So if you’re ready to venture back on the high seas, pack those bags, and get ready for some high seas fun, with Amy and her amazing family aboard the Disney Wish. Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@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
Jul 17, 2023 · 1 hr 18 min
379 Sailing out of New Orleans on the Disney Magic, with the Adventures in Millerland Family
Chris and Carrie, who produce the Adventures in Millerland Vlog, join us this week to discuss their latest sailing aboard the Disney Magic, out of New Orleans. We take time to talk about their experiences in New Orleans both before and after the cruise, then its time to set sail aboard the Magic to Cozumel, Grand Cayman, along with several sea days. They were also part of a larger group traveling together, so we touch on their experiences onboard as a family, along with the larger group of friends. We then turn our look at their in port experiences, and finish up with some tips for those of you who may be sailing out of New Orleans next year. So if you’re ready for a ride down Old Man River to the Gulf of Mexico and beyond, pack your bags and head down to the Big Easy, we’re ready to set sail aboard the beautiful Disney Magic. Connect with Chris, Carrie, and the family: https://www.youtube.com/@AdventuresinMillerland http://www.instagram.com/adventuresinmillerland Connect with Steve, Christy, Nova, and Lake: steve@dclpodcast.com christy@packyourpixiedust.com novabrightwilliams@gmail.com mousegenblog@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