Rope Drop: On Deck - A Cruise News and Planning Podcast

Welcome aboard! This week we welcome on Cris the Cruising Duck Man.  We talk all about the ducks on the ships.  The Virtual Muster Drill is great as well! Follow him on facebook and check out his shop!  Word of the Day - Duck Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com The Adventure Floats Out.   Marvel Day is back at sea Galvaston terminal on track Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week we welcome on Joe from Back To The Mouse to play a little bit of Love it or hate it DCL style.    Word of the Day - (Doug Forgot) Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com What is Norwegian bring to thier island. Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week we talk with Emma and Matt about The Cruise Maps and The Cruse Globe! We also chat about Emma's YouTube channel and some of the amazing fundraising she has done.  Here is a link to her video about Mercy Ships. This is a show not to be missed.  Word of the Day - Maps Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

This week we talk about all the things involved in fling in 2025.  From apps to water.  Word of the Day - Real ID Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS   Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week we chat with Chris about the Wish and much more. He is the DCL Cruising Dad - https://www.dclcruisingdad.com/  Word of the Day - Placeholder  Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS Royal in San Diego Legend of The Seas Seward Alaska gets a new Port! Trump Officals mention going after cruising  Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week discus the summer of 26 Disney Cruise Line scheudle  Word of the Day - Ice Cap Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS Play and Dine     Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week Sheri of Cruise Tips TV joins us to talk about all of her adventures with Youtube, podcasting, and cruising!  We also venture across the globe to hear her stories about far off cruises. Find her website here!  Word of the Day - Catamaran Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS Iceland raises tax Disney raises tips   Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week CT of Tin Foil Mouse Ears joins us to talk about the Port of Galveston.  He recently sailed out of the great state of Texas over Christmas.  Word of the Day - Texas Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS Port Day Change is not so super. Is air plane mode really cruise mode? Disney loses some weight on the GT Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about all the reasons to set sail in 2025.  We cover the new ships for the year too.  Word of the Day - Stowaway  Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS NO GUNS MEANS CHRISTMAS RUNINED  Its Foggy and I want to Sleep   Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week Michelle takes us on a preview sailing of the Disney Treasure.  Word of the Day - Treasure Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS Mexico kicks the can. Details about Royal Beach Club And the Allure is to Alluring to a small Yacht  Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week we let you know about what you don't need to pack.  Some things are waiting for you on the ship others you just don't need.  Word of the Day - Carry On  Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS Mexico wants more. Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week we are Thankful for Cruising! We talk about all the things we are so thankful for.  Word of the Day - Repositioning  Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS No fun on Carnival meet a duck Treasure has a drone of a time Eric Stonestreet is a Godfather Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week we share what is on a cruisers Christmas Wish List.  Don't know what to get your friends and family?  This is the show for you.  Here is a link to Michelle's favorite sunglasses to lose or break.    Word of the Day - Photo Package Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS Barr votes Regal is back at it. Treasure found in PC   Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! Joe and Nancy of Back To The Mouse join us to chat about what took them so darn long to go on the Disney Wish  Word of the Day - Cheepskate Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS Royal sends 5 to Europe How to hold them     Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! What are the "Don'ts" of Disney Cruise Line  Word of the Day - Over Scheduled  Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com NEWS Cayman Looks to spend the night. Treasure found early Alaska 2026 opens for Royal   Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! Derek is a guest to discuss his sailing on the Disney Fantasy!  Word of the Day - Double Occupancy  Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com Dates for  Disney Royal to build new Juneau port Norwegian puts a ring on Galveston  Bar Harbor Perfect day trams Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! Is there somthing you always forget when you travel.  We share 25 things that we have forgoten or we know someone who has!  Word of the Day - Cruise Casual Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com Another Icon Royal Returns Perfect Day Mexico   Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! Is winter break cruising a thing?  It sure is and now is a great time to plan for 2025!  Word of the Day - Winter Break Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com Split Embarkation The Vote Is In More?? at Sea   Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week we chat about 5 key cruise tips to make sure you get set sail in the best way you can.  Word of the Day - Astern Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com Treasure is on trial The plug is the problem The Luna is coming   Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio   Royal Caribbean Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3YswFmX   NCL Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3yeJm9X   Celebrity Luggage Tag Holders https://amzn.to/3Scmq21   Magnetic Hooks https://amzn.to/3SiwTsH   2 Pack Pop Up Laundry Hampers https://amzn.to/3WimSgy

Welcome aboard! This week we replace Michelle with Joe of Back to the mouse and we invite on Wes from the DCL Dude Podcast.  We take turns asking each other some deep questions.  Word of the Day - None Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com No Camo an FYI Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we replace Michelle with Joe of Back to the mouse and we invite on Wes from the DCL Dude Podcast.  We take turns asking each other some deep questions.  Word of the Day - Barnacle Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com Every thing is bigger in Texas Disney Destiny booking opens Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we sail north again to Alaska but this time on the Norwegain Encore.  We welcome on Heather who recently sailed with a large group to the last frontier and shares all about it.  Word of the Day - Free At Sea Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com Adventure details  No more plastic wrap for Norwegian  Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we Sam gives us their favorite sailings and excursions from all of their sailing experiences.  It was good to get this chat in before they headed off to college at the University of Kansas.  Word of the Day - 1820 Society  Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com Ducks ruin a cruise Treasure gets Moana Destiny gets Hercules 4 new DCL ships 2027-2031 Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we sail out of Southhampton to the great north.  Stops in Norway, Iceland, and England with Lauren of Touring and Cruises on the DIsney Dream.   We explore each port and some inbetween.   More of Lauren HERE  Word of the Day - The Mid-Atlantic Ridge Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com State of Florida stands in the way.  Treasure gets Moana Destiny gets Hercules 4 new DCL ships 2027-2031 Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! Hurricane season is picking up and altering cruises.  Why would anyone want to sail during it?  We answer that question and more.  Word of the Day - Hurricane - Also Doug admits he is wrong Cruise News - By Back To The Mouse.com Treasure floats Destiny announcement  Virgin voyages starts a running club  Jewelry heist on MSC  Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we share some simple things not to do when selecting a cabin.  There are some that are expected but maybe others you might over look!  Word of the Day - Batten Down The Hatches Cruise News -  No fun on Princess Barcelona does the expected  More Fun Ships Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we explore the ultimate weekend or the biggest weekend on the Utopia of the Seas with Sarah Goff of Touring and Cruises.  We hear about her whirl wind time on the ship.  Is this the right ship for you?  Do you want a weekend get away?  How is it different from other Oasis ships?  Lots to discover on the Utopia.  Word of the Day - Weekend Cruise News -  Dome installed on the Star  Family left behind in Ketchikan  A Spanish boycott Norwegian out of Philly in 2026  More of Sarah here!  You can find her social pages here too.   Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we take a short cruise on the Allure of the Seas with Anthony.  He talks about some of the great reasons to hop on a short sailing.  Word of the Day - Port Canaveral  Cruise News -  bingo Disney to Japan Utopia arrives in FL Nassau to build water park Juneau is on the ballot 10/1 Bag in the ocean  Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we sail from Barca to Roma with all of Greece inbetween.  Joe from Back To The Mouse joins us to share all the fun.    You can find more with Joe on the Rope Drop Radio Pateron.  Word of the Day - Guide Cruise News - Sitka, No More MDRs, and Godmothers Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! We are back from our Alaskan cruise on the Disney Wonder.  We had a wonderful 7 nights in the last frontier.  Alaska is hard to describe just how amazing it is but we will do our best.    Word of the Day - Alaska Cruise News - The Dream gets Dreamier Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! Chris in the concierge lounge is back to share about his double dip to Lookout Cay at Light House Point. He was on the Disney Fantasy on the first paid guest sailing to the new destianation. Hear all about it from his first hand accounts. He aslo shares about his stop at Castaway.  Word of the Day - Coral Reef Cruise News - Royal gets a new ship, No Ship Saturday, and Miami has the power. Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Chris  More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! Alden is back to share his top 5 cruises and why.  Its a look into what he thinks makes for a great crusie.  From Crusies in Europe to Alaska to Bermuda he covers it all.  Word of the Day - Sports Deck Cruise News - New port for Disney, Barr Harbor Back in the news, Too Much Rain, and A teen follows the Rules. Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of ED More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we chat with Ed about his voyage on Quantum of the Seas to Alaska.  Ed is a very experanced cruises on many different lines.  Don't miss this one about cruising out of Seattle to the inside passage of Alaska.  Word of the Day - Azipod News - Royal loyal, Big packing mistake, Spain hates big ships, and its not an Ice Chest. Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of ED More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we are back! Alden joins us to talk about cruising with a teen. We share some tips on how to make traveling with these special creatures better for everyone.  He also wants you to follow his photography instagram @shotbyalden  Alden will be posting lots of pictures of Alaska and the Disney Wonder on that account.    Word of the Day - The Vibe News - A whale of a time, Star link everywhere, and the key is back open. Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Alden More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week sail on the Celebrity Silhouette with Lauren of Touring and Cruises. Word of the Day - CLIA News - No news because we recorded early Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Lauren More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week embark on Icon of the Seas with Anthony.  Here what this experienced cruiser has to say about a week on the Icon. Word of the Day - Fleet News - Carnival celebrates Arbor Day, Royal takes a gamble and makes a deal, and Royal starts to move some dirt and sand in Nassau.  Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we share some thoughts on 5 things you could do differently on your next cruise.  Don't just follow the crowd or get stuck in a rut. Word of the Day - Turnaround Day News - Take the Train, Juneau is making plans to make plans, Baltimore trying to open, and Cruise to the path of totality. Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we break down our choices for port adventures for our up coming Alaska cruise. We share what and why we picked what we picked. Word of the Day - Inside Passage News - The Treasure can float, A bridge goes down, Carnival on fire, and THE WIGGLES! Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we break down the Summer of 2025 on Disney Cruise Line Word of the Day - Fish Extenders News - Nassu sets more records, No to the scooter, Haiti, and NYC is worried about things. Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week look at motion sickness and how to deal with it! Word of the Day - List News - Palo lets Doug wear shorts Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we find out what $5,000 $7,500 or $10,000 get you as far as Cruise fare.  Doug fails to understand the homework. Word of the Day - Porter News - NYC thinks Cruises cause noise and traffic - Royal orders another! Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about Rotational Dining Word of the Day - apparent wind News - more taxes and a dock has seen better days Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we talk with the DCL Duo of Sam and Brian.  They did a Adventures by Disney River Cruise in Europe. Word of the Day - Mooring News - Unlikely Florida Port gets traffic and Carnival shows off its new island. Find the DCL Duo here! Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we talk Lauren of Touring and Cruises about her time on Icon of the Seas! Word of the Day - Ship Class News - Blue Lagoon is back! Find Lauren here! Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about why 2024 is the year you should take a cruise! Word of the Day - Passport News - Someone wants thier bill paid, The Bank of NCL is closed, Nassua wants more, and a new Icon is born. Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio

Welcome aboard! This week we take you along on our 5 night Disney Dream Double Dip over New Years Eve.  We had a great time.  We stayed in a catagory 8A Stateroom.  Two days at Castaway Cay too. Word of the Day - Don News - People are Quacking Mad Check out Back To the Mouse .com Find us on Social Media More of Michelle More of Doug The Original Rope Drop Radio