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Ep. 570 - Forky Goes to Europe: Vicky’s Disney Fantasy European Cruise Adventure

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👁️ 119 views📅 10 months ago⏱️ 1:20:17

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What This Creator Said

4 Happy Bacon

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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Mediterranean · Spring · 7 nightsFrom BarcelonaOccasional Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

This was actually the first cruise that we booked was this European cruise.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book your port arrival time and be prepared for potential chaos in Barcelona early in the season.

✓Consider sailing in May for better pricing and less crowded ports.

✓Use Facebook groups for your sailing to get tips and information before your onboard booking window opens.

✓For European cruises, consider booking a Disney cruise for the balance of port days and onboard kid-friendly activities.

✓Set realistic expectations with kids about long port days and walking.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting severely seasick or hating cruising — Book shorter cruises first to test if your family enjoys it before a long transatlantic sailing.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the itinerary for a Disney Fantasy European cruise?

QHow was the boarding process in Barcelona?

QWhat excursions did the family take in Italy?

QWhat is the onboard experience like on the Disney Fantasy?

QIs a Disney cruise in Europe worth it for families?

Topics Covered

Excursions4 Happy BaconBooking Process3½ Happy BaconLoyalty Program3 Happy BaconValue Pricing4 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4½ Happy BaconKids Family4½ Happy BaconPool Deck3½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Barcelona4 Happy Bacon

Civitavecchia (Rome)4 Happy Bacon

Top: Private Rome Tour

Livorno4½ Happy Bacon

Top: Discovering Florence (LV04)

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YouTube Video Description↓

Vicky joins us to share her family’s incredible 7-night Disney Fantasy European cruise. Sailing out of Barcelona, this Italy-heavy itinerary included Palermo, Naples (with a visit to Pompeii), Florence, and Rome—plus pre- and post-cruise days in Barcelona and Paris. Vicky talks through the planning process, excursions, food highlights (think gelato, pizza, carbonara, and pistachio cannoli), and why sailing Disney made Europe more enjoyable for her kids. She also reviews her onboard experiences, including the Remy Dessert Experience, Palo dinner, drink tastings, kids clubs, and Disney entertainment. Listen as Vicky explains why the Disney premium was worth it for a family-friendly European adventure and shares tips for making the most of port-intensive sailings. 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 (https://dcl-magazine.com/) and use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off at the WDW Magazine store! 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 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, Norwegian Cruise Line, or any other travel provider discussed or mentioned.