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Ep. 540 - From CocoCay to Lookout Cay: It's a Cruise Line Thrown Down Between RCCL and DCL

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👁️ 82 views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:19:19

Royal Caribbean Group

Disney Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line

Liberty of the Seas

What This Creator Said

1½ Happy Bacon

Creator Had Mixed FeelingsShip Comparison🥈Expert CreatorSponsored

👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Caribbean · WinterFrom Fort LauderdaleVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

Lookout was just stunning. That that is a gorgeous beach.

I would be perfectly happy never sailing on Royal again.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Use a travel agent to handle repricing and avoid dealing with customer service issues.

✓For Royal Caribbean, watch for sales and be prepared to cancel and rebook if a better price appears.

✓If you keep kosher, consider going vegetarian on the cruise due to limited dietary accommodations.

✓For a full Disney experience, book a seven-night cruise to get the full array of shows and activities.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing where room keys are on embarkation day — Room keys are left at your stateroom door; do not wait at guest services.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow does Royal Caribbean compare to Disney Cruise Line for a family with young kids?

QWhat is the experience like on a back-to-back Royal Caribbean and Disney Cruise?

QWhat are the differences in onboard activities, food, and entertainment between the two lines?

QHow do the private islands (CocoCay, Castaway Cay, Lookout Cay) compare?

Topics Covered

Booking Process1 Happy BaconValue Pricing3 Happy BaconService Crew3 Sad BaconKids Family2½ Sad BaconDining Buffet1½ Happy BaconDining Main2 Sad BaconPort Destination1 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Castaway Cay3½ Happy Bacon

CocoCay1 Happy Bacon

Lookout Cay4½ Happy Bacon

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YouTube Video Description↓

We’re welcoming back Michelle for a cruise comparison showdown: Disney Cruise Line vs. Royal Caribbean. After sailing back-to-back on Royal’s Liberty of the Seas and Disney’s Dream, Michelle is dishing on all the highs, lows, and soft-serve sorrows. We’re diving into: • The cost difference and what you really get for the price • Room size vs. layout: suite class on Royal vs. standard Disney staterooms • Kids clubs, or lack thereof… • Food, drink packages, and the infamous “ice milk” • Shows: Beauty and the Beast vs. Saturday Night Fever (kind of) • And the ultimate private island face-off: CocoCay vs. Castaway vs. Lookout Cay Michelle also shares why her husband would never book Royal again—unless she tricks him—and how her family is already planning their next cruise mashup. Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel (https://YouTube.com/DCLDuo) ✨ Plan Your Perfect Cruise with Our Sponsor Book now at My Path Unwinding Travel (https://mypathunwinding.com/dclduo) Get 10% Off DCL Magazine with Code DCLDUO Waitlist here: DCL Magazine (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) We’re featured on: Top Disney Podcasts (https://blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts/) | Top Cruise Podcasts (https://blog.feedspot.com/cruise_podcasts/) | Top DCL 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, Norwegian Cruise Line, or any other travel provider discussed or mentioned.