{"podcast":{"title":"DCL Duo Podcast: A Disney Cruise Line Fan Podcast","slug":"dcl-duo-podcast-a-disney-cruise-line-fan-podcast-26869","podcast_index_feed_id":26869,"rss_url":"https://feeds.castos.com/2k9vg","website_url":"https://dclduo-podcast.castos.com","image_url":"https://episodes.castos.com/605fcc0356bc18-83948612/images/podcast/covers/c1a-2k5wn-mkqo450kfd08-wqpmz8.png","author":"Brian Flock","episode_count":705,"summary":"DCL Duo is the #1 Disney Cruise Line podcast — your go-to resource for Disney Cruise Line tips, trip planning advice, honest ship reviews, and insider secrets from two of the most experienced DCL fans in the community. Hosted by Brian Flock and Samantha Kanner (Pearl Castaways with 35+ sailings), DCL Duo covers everything you need to know about sailing with Disney Cruise Line — from choosing the right ship and itinerary, to navigating concierge service, dining reservations, port adventures, onboard activities, and the newest ships like the Disney Treasure and Disney Adventure. Whether you're a first-time Disney cruiser or a seasoned DCL veteran, we help you make the most of every sailing. With 650+ episodes and over 1.1 million downloads, DCL Duo is the most trusted voice in the Disney Cruise Line community. We go beyond the glossy brochure with in-depth reviews, candid guest interviews, real listener questions, and the kind of detail that actually helps you plan — from what to pack to which dining experiences are worth every penny. And, we are *not* travel agents! What you'll find on DCL Duo: - Disney Cruise Line ship reviews (Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fan…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-14T00:18:13.405861+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dcl-duo-podcast-a-disney-cruise-line-fan-podcast-26869"},"episode":{"title":"Ep. 691 - Live Bonus Show - Is Norwegian Cruise Line Actually Cheaper — and Worth It?","slug":"ep-691-live-bonus-show-is-norwegian-cruise-line-actually-cheaper-and-worth-it","published_at":"2026-08-21T01:20:04+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dcl-duo-podcast-a-disney-cruise-line-fan-podcast-26869/ep-691-live-bonus-show-is-norwegian-cruise-line-actually-cheaper-and-worth-it","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dcl-duo-podcast-a-disney-cruise-line-fan-podcast-26869","url":"https://dclduo-podcast.castos.com/episodes/ep-691-live-bonus-show-is-norwegian-cruise-line-actually-cheaper-and-worth-it","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/episodes.castos.com/605fcc0356bc18-83948612/2580789/c1e-pjkq4twgjqkhwgo97-v60jnk5ncpkq-izmey3.mp3","summary":"Sara's back — and this time she's bringing receipts. After sailing Disney Cruise Line three times, she just got off a Caribbean sailing on Norwegian's Prima, and she breaks down exactly how it stacked up: the price, the food, the kids club, and whether \"half the cost\" really means half the experience. In this episode: Why Sara chose Norwegian this time, including the personal reason behind the trip A real comparison of dining, entertainment, staterooms, and service between NCL and DCL The upcharges that added up fast, and where Norwegian still came out ahead on value Her kids' surprising reaction to Norwegian's un-themed kids club Plus this week's D23 Disney Cruise Line news and the debate over the Disney Believe's stern lettering There is something that feels so safe and so comfortable and so much like home for me when I'm on a Disney ship, but at the end of the day, I would still choose Disney. — Sara Support the Show: Support the show by booking your next Disney vacation with our sponsor, We Do Travel Right! Life is short, take the trip. Let the agents at We Do Travel Right handle the planning so you can focus on relaxing. Check out DCL Magazine for your ultimate guide to Disney Cruise Line tips and tricks, and use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off at the WDW Magazine store. Support the show by becoming a Patron! Join us over at Patreon. Your support each month allows us to keep putting out great content each and every week. Thanks to our current patrons for their support. Join today! You can subscribe for one annual discounted payment today. Stay Connected with the DCL Duo:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Facebook Group We're Ranked as a Top Podcast by Feedspot:Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts (#1) | Top 20 Cruise Podcasts (#2) | Top Disney Podcasts (#4) | Top 20 Dis…","meta_description":"Sara's back — and this time she's bringing receipts. 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