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Eleven Family Members, One Cruise! Andrea’s First Disney Cruise on the Treasure

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What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Caribbean · Summer · 7 nightsFrom Port CanaveralFirst-Time Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

The Agnalotti on in Palo. That that pasta appetizer was just it was I could I could dream about that Agnati.

Moana by by Ellie Slay. That show was just the way they used lighting and it and some of the the set changes and the character changes were almost magical.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book whatever you can for adult dining in advance, then go to the dining team on day one to request a private room or merged tables for larger parties.
Go to the pools on port days or embarkation day to avoid crowds.
If you buy a photo package and don't use it, you can get a refund by going to Shutters.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Large group logisticsUse a travel agent and book cabins early. Disney can accommodate large dining parties if linked.
Check-in processDon't worry if the party gets separated at the port; you will meet up on the ship.
Missing out on popular activitiesFor popular shows like 'Moana,' line up early to ensure your group can sit together.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to sail on a Disney Cruise for the first time?
QHow does planning for a large multigenerational group work?
QWhat are the dining options like on the Disney Treasure?
QIs the Disney Treasure worth the cost for a first-time cruiser?
QWhat are the best activities for kids and adults on board?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition4 Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife4 Happy BaconDining Main3 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1½ Sad BaconDining Specialty4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4½ Happy BaconKids Family4½ Happy BaconExcursions2 Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Castaway Cay4½ Happy Bacon
Cozumel3 Sad Bacon
Top: Chocolate factory, bee sanctuary, and tequila tasting
Grand Cayman1 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

This week, we’re joined by listener and Patreon supporter Andrea, who just sailed on her very first Disney Cruise — and she brought 10 family members with her! From pre-trip planning and multi-gen logistics to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique magic, a surprise greeting from Captain Mickey, and her family’s emotional reaction to A Tale of Moana, Andrea takes us through every moment of her inaugural Disney Cruise Line experience aboard the Disney Treasure.  Andrea shares how her lifelong Disney fandom, international park visits, and past cruise experiences on Carnival, MSC, Princess, and Royal Caribbean all shaped her expectations — and how the Treasure delivered. We also talk Enchanté’s marathon lunch pairing, Palo’s unforgettable agnolotti, snorkeling at Castaway Cay, port day hits and misses (including that Cozumel power outage), trivia victories, and why the Haunted Mansion Parlor became her family’s nightly hangout.  If you’ve ever wondered what the Disney Cruise experience is like for a first-timer — especially on a big multi-generational sailing — this is your episode. ✨ Listen now and join the conversation! 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4i8bxrZ ▶️ YouTube: https://YouTube.com/DCLDuo ⸻ Book Your Next Disney Cruise Line Vacation Set sail with our show sponsor, My Path Unwinding Travel: https://mypathunwinding.com/dclduo ⸻ DCL Magazine – Your Ultimate Guide to Disney Cruise Line Tips & Tricks! Join the waitlist and use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off at the WDW Magazine store! https://dcl-magazine.com ⸻ 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 ⸻ Ranked by Feedspot: Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts (#1) | Top 20 Cruise Podcasts (#2) | Top Disney Podcasts (#4) | Top 20 Disney Cruise Line Influencers (#12) ⸻ 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. #DisneyCruiseLine #DisneyTreasure #FirstTimeCruiser #DCLDuo #DisneyCruiseReview #CocoRestaurant #PaloDinner #Enchanté #BibbidiBobbidiBoutique #CastawayCay #DisneyShows #TaleOfMoana #MultiGenTravel #DisneyCruiseTips #CruisePodcast