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Ep. 532 - Live Bonus Show - Gold Member, Rookie Moves: Wesley’s Disney Cruise Line Firsts

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Caribbean · Spring · 7 nightsFrom GalvestonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Overall it was a really fun trip. It was a different trip for us than than recently because most of the trips we've taken of late, we've sailed with kind of the same set of people over and over again.

I do wish there was a way for you to get, you know, a drink in the rainforest room.

For $180, it was overpriced for what we got.

All three shows on this ship are phenomenal.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Fly in the day before your cruise.
✓If driving to the port, plan to arrive around 10:30 AM for parking.
✓Request the private dining room for Palo brunch if you have a group of 10.
✓Get to character interactions early, especially the 7:15 PM time slot, as it's the most crowded.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

How early can you arrive at the port? — You can arrive fairly early if being dropped off, but don't arrive too early. If driving, plan to arrive around 10:30 AM as the garage opens exactly at that time.
Getting a cabana without sailing concierge — It's very difficult to get a cabana if you're not sailing concierge; reliably speaking, it's very, very difficult.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the highlights and curveballs of a 7-night Disney Magic repositioning cruise from Galveston to San Juan?
QHow does the Disney Treasure compare to its maiden voyage and other Disney ships?
QWhat is the experience like on a spring break sailing?

Topics Covered

Loyalty Program3 Happy BaconExcursions1½ Sad BaconService Crew3½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1 Sad BaconEmbarkation2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Galveston2½ Happy Bacon
San Juan2½ Happy Bacon
St. Thomas2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Megan's Bay Beach
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YouTube Video Description↓

Gold status, rookie moves? Say less. Wesley’s back—Castaway Club gold credentials in hand—but still managing to rack up a whole list of firsts on his latest 7-night Disney Magic repositioning cruise from Galveston to San Juan. From Palo dinner and room service to his first-ever cabana at Castaway Cay and a spa haircut (yes, really), Wesley’s sharing all the highlights and curveballs from this unique itinerary—with some onboard audio surprises and spicy Lookout Cay feedback sprinkled in.   In this episode: • Wesley’s first-ever 7-night Disney Cruise (and why he’s hooked) • First Palo dinner: prosciutto pizza, Dover sole, chocolate soufflé (yes, the full DCL Duo-approved lineup) • A surprise Castaway Cay cabana score—and why he skipped Lookout Cay’s • Room service revelations (Buffalo wings, ghost shows, and kids living their best lives) • What he really thought of Lookout Cay’s theming (hint: he has thoughts) • First spa experience, churro waffles, bingo win, and more   Listen on Apple Podcasts (https://bit.ly/4i8bxrZ)   Book Your Next Disney Cruise Line Vacation: Visit our show sponsor My Path Unwinding Travel (https://mypathunwinding.com/dclduo)   Check out DCL Magazine (https://dcl-magazine.com/) – Your Ultimate Guide to Disney Cruise Line Tips & Tricks!   Stay Connected with the DCL Duo: Website (https://dclduo.com/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dcl_duo/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DCLDuo) | Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/dclduo)   We’re listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts: Top 100 Disney Podcasts (https://blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts/) | Top 20 Cruise Podcasts (https://blog.feedspot.com/cruise_podcasts/) | Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts (https://blog.feedspot.com/disney_cruise_line_podcasts/)   Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are our own and do not reflect the views of the Walt Disney Company, Disney Cruise Line, or any other travel provider discussed or mentioned.