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

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👁️ 141 views📅 7 months ago⏱️ 1:28:28
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 excitement was palpable in the car. EVERYBODY WAS AH yay we're there.

I loved the atmosphere of the restaurants. I thought Coco was so well done with the the the presentation was amazing.

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.

I'm definitely hooked. Yeah, we're doing the magic out of Galveastston.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book whatever you can in advance for adult dining and then go on the first day to request a private room.
If you buy a photo package and don't use it, go to Shutters and talk to the manager for a refund.
Go to the adult pool or family pool deck on port days to avoid crowds.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Check-in process separating the groupDon't worry; you can find each other easily with cell phones.
Booking adult dining for a large partyBook tables of four or six in advance and then request a private room on board.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to go on a first Disney cruise with a large multigenerational family?
QHow does the planning and booking process work for a Disney cruise?
QWhat are the highlights and challenges of a western Caribbean itinerary on the Disney Treasure?

Topics Covered

Booking Process1½ Happy BaconValue Pricing3½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconEmbarkation3½ Happy BaconExcursions1½ Sad BaconShip Condition4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Castaway Cay4½ Happy Bacon
Cozumel2 Sad Bacon
Top: Chocolate factory, bee sanctuary, and tequila tasting
Grand Cayman
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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