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Cruisin’ with a Crew: A Group Cruise on Disney Cruise Line

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👁️ 293 views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:02:26
What This Creator Said
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👫 Best for GroupCaribbean · Summer · 5 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I loved it I thought it was great I loved that it was it gave a lot more options for people to spread out

the biggest thing is be organized with it um things as simple as just linking your reservations on the Disney Cruise Line app

I would say if you don't tip typically use a travel agent for a cruise use one this time because they will better understand the group Cruise Dynamics

Creator's Tips & Advice

Link reservations on the Disney Cruise Line app to coordinate dining, activities, and port adventures
Use a travel agent for group cruises to handle coordination and booking complexities
Spread out loyalty status across rooms to maximize early booking windows for activities
Be patient and persistent when working with Disney's groups department

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

intimidation of boarding and debarking processHave seasoned cruisers or a group organizer lend experience and tips to reduce stress
not knowing what to pack or expectHelp new cruisers understand what to pack and what to expect to make the cruise more enjoyable

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow does group cruising work on Disney Cruise Line?
QWhat are the benefits of an official group cruise versus just sailing together?
QWhat tips are there for sailing with a large group?
QHow was the experience at Lookout Cay?
QWhat should first-time cruisers know about group cruising?

Topics Covered

Kids Family4 Happy BaconDining Specialty3 Happy BaconPort Destination3½ Happy BaconBooking Process3½ Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Castaway Cay3 Happy Bacon
Top: Family Cabana
Lookout Cay3½ Happy Bacon
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

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YouTube Video Description

Angie returns to share her recent sailing on Disney Cruise Line (DCL) with us. We're excited to hear her tips and tricks for a successful group cruise on DCL, and maybe get some updates on Lookout Cay!! We're also covering some DCL news and announcements. All that and lots of laughter on this week's live bonus show. If you want to book your next Disney Cruse Line vacation, please head over to our show sponsor My Path Unwinding Travel: https://mypathunwinding.com/dclduo Do you want even more great Disney Cruise Line tips and tricks, look no further than the all new DCL Magazine. DCL Magazine is setting sail soon! Head over to https://wdw-magazine.ac-page.com/dcl-waitlist to join the waitlist, and use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off everything in the WDW Magazine store! If you like this video, please like and subscribe to our channel on YouTube.  You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo.  Or subscribe to our Podcast available on Apple Podcast, Pocket Casts, Spotify and most other major podcast providers.  You can also email us at dclduo@gmail.com.   The views in this video are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts.  If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this vlog please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent.  Thanks for watching!   You can connect with the DCL Duo Podcast and Vlog at: https://dclduo.com   Please review and subscribe to our Podcast on the following platforms (or most major podcast providers):   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dclduo-podcast/id1501550336 Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/gn6f1034 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Fcl8SPuSJFlam2KsJBHx7 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=526093&refid=stpr   You can also like and follow us on social media at:   The DCL Duo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DclDuo The DCL Duo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcl_duo/ The DCL Duo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DCLDuo The DCL Duo Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dclduo