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Ep. 561 - Live Bonus Show - Greece’d Lightning: Chris Sails the Med on Disney Fantasy

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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Mediterranean · Summer · 12 nightsFrom RomeVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're going to talk about your 12- night Mediterranean cruise.

We ended up with 1,61 photos on our photo pass.

One of my favorite mornings was being on the pool deck with Ingred just hanging out.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a few days early to adjust to jet lag.
Scale back on excursions to avoid burnout.
Talk to cast members for good restaurant recommendations.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Jet lag with kidsStay up after landing, plan an early activity the next morning, and use gelato as motivation.
Overbooking excursionsScale back and choose only must-do activities to avoid burnout.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to experience a 12-night Mediterranean cruise on Disney Fantasy?
QHow do you manage jet lag with kids when traveling to Europe?
QWhat are the pros and cons of booking shore excursions through third-party providers versus Disney?

Topics Covered

Excursions3 Happy BaconPort Destination2½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconBooking Process4½ Happy BaconSafety Medical1 Happy BaconShip Condition3½ Happy BaconPool Deck4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Athens2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Acropolis and Temple of Hephaestus tour
Hania4 Happy Bacon
Msina4½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Chris joins us to share highlights from his recent 12-night Mediterranean sailing aboard the Disney Fantasy. From the ruins of Rome to the cliffs of Santorini and the charm of the French Riviera, Chris gives us the full rundown on what it’s like to experience Europe with Disney Cruise Line. We’re diving into port adventures, food, shipboard life, and tips for tackling a longer itinerary. Whether you’re dreaming of a European Disney cruise or planning your own Med getaway, you won’t want to miss this episode. Listen now and join the conversation!   Book Your Next Disney Cruise Line Vacation: Head over to 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 for DCL Magazine and use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off at the WDW Magazine store: https://dcl-magazine.com (https://dcl-magazine.com/)   Stay Connected with the DCL Duo: Website | https://dclduo.com (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 at: 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.