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11 Jun 2024RDOD 69: Our Top 5 Cruises with Alden (spoiler all Disney)00:52:52

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.

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07 May 2024RDOD 66: Celebrity Silhouette Trip Report with Lauren of Touring and Cruises00:51:08

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

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10 Jul 2023RDOD 33: 13 Cruise Cabin Hacks00:36:34

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about 13 cruise cabin hacks.  We share some ways to make the most of your space on the ship.

Word of the day - Gangway

News- Celebrity has some good and bad news.

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05 Jun 2023RDOD 28: Is the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser a Cruise?00:45:13

Welcome aboard! This week we ask the question, Is the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser a Cruise?  Doug is back from a Rope Drop Radio trip and answers all of Michelle's questions about the cruise.  We also each give our thoughts on why it's closing.

Word of the day: Cruise

Cruise News!

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11 Sep 2023RDOD 42: Finding The Disney Treasure00:36:56

Welcome aboard! This week we discuss the announcments about the Disney Treasure.  This ship is the second in its class.  How will it stack up to the Disney Wish.

Word of the day - Wake

News- The whole darn show.

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18 Jun 2024RDOD 70: Lookout Cay at Light House Point with Chris00:46:31

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.

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20 Dec 2022RDOD 5: Trip Report Wonder of the Seas00:42:38

Michelle is back from her 2 night voyage on the Wonder of the Seas.  Join us as she shares her adventure with the Rope Drop On Deck Crew.

 

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16 Apr 2024RDOD 64: 5 Things to Do Different On Your Next Cruise00:32:56

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.

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22 May 2023RDOD 26: Cruising FAQs00:43:32

Welcome aboard! This week we answer your FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Word of the day: All Aboard

Cruise News!

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14 Mar 2023RDOD 17: Alaska! Cruise to Alaska00:54:45

Welcome aboard to this weeks On Deck as we head north. What to expect and look forward to when you sail to the Last Frontier! 

 

Word of the day - Tender 

 

News about Royals new “club” and Disney’s “island” 

 

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19 Jun 2023RDOD 30: The Suite Life with Chris / Celebrity Alaska Trip Report00:43:57

Welcome aboard! This week we talk to Chris after a sailing to Alaska on Celebrity Cruise Line.  We talk about the Suite life with him as well as Alaska excursions.

Find Chris on twitter @Chris_Magic_DCL 

Word of the day: Suite

Cruise News! 

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16 Jan 2024RDOD 56: Why 2024 is the Year to Cruise!00:42:11

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.

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06 Aug 2024RDOD 76: It's Hurricane Season00:28:10

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 

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19 Dec 2023RDOD 54: Dream Double Dip Trip Preview00:36:01

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about our upcoming double dip on the Disney Dream over NYE!

Word of the day - Adrift

News-Age Changes to Disney Cruise Line Kids Club

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21 Jul 2024RDOD 74: Utopia of the Seas Preview Sailing with Sarah of Touring and Cruises00:46:12

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.  

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24 Jan 2023RDOD 10: Is It Included?00:31:07

Welcome aboard. This week we discuss if things are included or not on your cruise.

Word of the day - Stern

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22 Aug 2023RDOD 39: Rhine River Cruise Adventures By Disney (ABD)00:56:59

Welcome aboard! This week we welcome on guests Jacqueline and Daniel. They share the stories from their recent river cruise that is also a ABD! 

Word of the day - Leeward

News- Norwegian donates money, Dry embarking, Disney announcing that they will announce things, and will your name be on a wall on Castaway?

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07 Oct 2024RDOD 83: 5 Reasons To Cruise Over Winter Break00:31:26

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

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25 Apr 2023RDOD 23: Odyssey of the Seas Trip Report with Anthony00:43:17

Welcome aboard! This week we set sail with Anthony on the Odyssey of the Seas.  We enjoy the details of his 8 night cruise.

Word of the Day - Bridge

News of ship limits in Juno and Can you fish off your balcony?

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12 Jun 2023RDOD 29: Trip Preview- Disney Fantasy00:23:59

Welcome aboard! This week we preview our upcoming cruise on the Dinsye Fantasy.  We chat about why we booked, what we booked, and what we will do.  

Word of the day: Cruise

Cruise News!

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04 Apr 2023RDOD 20: Packing For Your Cruise00:49:09

Welcome aboard Rope Drop On Deck! This week we pack our bags for a cruise vacation!  We run down all the things you need to pack so you are prepared to enjoy you cruise.  

Word of the day: Mid Ship

Lots of news brought to you by Back To The Mouse Dot Com!

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04 Jul 2024RDOD 71: Alaska Disney Cruise Trip Report01:06:04

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

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06 Feb 2023RDON 12: Cruise News and Lightning Round00:30:03

Welcom aboard! This week on deck we cover lots of news from limiting the number of ships in a popular Alaska port to Doug getting a notification from Royal Caribbean.  We then introduce On Decks rough draft of the lightning round.  Listen to see what knid of answers we give.  

Word of the Day: Beam

Check out Back to the Mouse for your Disney Cruise info.

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22 Oct 2024RDOD 85: Derek's Fantasy Trip Report00:53:56

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
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29 Aug 2023RDOD 40: Big Ship Vs Little Ship00:27:34

Welcome aboard! This week we compare what we love about big ships and little ships!

Word of the day - Capacity 

News- Australia scraps Vaccination, Cookie Drama, and More parking at the busiest Port.

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19 Sep 2023RDOD 43: Multi generational Cruising00:35:20

Welcome aboard! This week we discuss multigenerational trips.  Why would you want to do such a thing?  We cover the pros and the cons of this topic.

Word of the day - Transfer

News- Adult only area on Coco Cay

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17 Sep 2024RDOD 81: Deep Questions with Wes The DCL Dude and Joe of Back To The Mouse Part 200:48:15

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

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19 Nov 2024RDOD 88: A Cruisers Christmas Wish List00:38:21

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

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03 Jun 2024RDOD 68: Alaska On Royal with Ed00:53:56

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.

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17 Jul 2023RDOD 34: 10 Tips on Tipping00:37:39

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about 10 Tips for Tipping.  We want you to feel prepared for when to and when not to tip while crusing on the 7 seas.

Word of the day - Cruise Director 

News- Norweigan bans again and what to do about cheats. 

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17 Dec 2024RDOD 91: The Treasure with Michelle00:48:15

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 
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14 Feb 2023RDON 13: Cruises To Book in 202300:28:10

Welcome aboard! This week we look at the cruise destinations to book in 2023!  We talk about all the major places a cruise ship can take you and why you should go!

Word of the day: Hull

News about Royal and more.

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18 Apr 2023RDOD 22: 5 Cruise Mistakes We Won't Make Again00:27:45

Welcome aboard! This week we share some mistakes we, I mean Doug, has made before and won't make again! 

We share some cruise news.

Word of the Day is Funnel.

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14 Aug 2023RDOD 38: Trip Report 7 Night Eastern Caribbean on The Disney Fantasy with Sarah00:53:59

Welcome aboard! This week we welcome on guest Sarah. She is fresh off the Disney Fantasy Eastern Caribbean Sailing.  Find her @stolch314 on Twitter or X which ever you call it.  

Word of the day - Windward

News- Charging For Pizza? Wild Fires, Viva Sails, and Up, Up, and Away is under maintenance. 

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27 Jun 2023RDOD 31: What our kids love about cruising!00:32:17

Welcome aboard! This week we talk to our kids! We ask the whole McKnight house hold why they love to cruise.  They share their opinions!  We also talk about a few highlights from our recent cruise.  You will get the full trip report next week about our 7 night cruise.

No word of the day or news this week.

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27 Dec 2022RDOD 6: Sailing out of Rome and Barcelona00:36:55

Today we set sail for the lagistics of two major cruise ports of Europe.  If you are thinking about an European cruise stop thinking and book it now.  We talk about how to get from the airport into town and too the port.  Should you book a car or take a train? We answer this and more.  

Word of the day - aft

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15 May 2023RDOD 25: Pampering On A Cruise00:29:04

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about pampering those special people in our lives (or just ourselves) in the spirit of Mother's Day.

Word of the day: Underway

News of Nassau port enhancements

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01 Apr 2025RDOD 98: Emma of Emma Cruises and Matt of the Cruise Maps and Globe00:51:20

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

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31 Jul 2023RDOD 36: 25 Things We Love About Disney Cruise Line With Back To The Mouse00:56:11

Welcome aboard! This week we celebrate Disney Cruise Lines 25th Anniversary by sharing 25 things we love about the line.  We also do this with friend of the show - Joe of Back to the Mouse .com 

Word of the day - Bulkhead

News- Kids on railings and fighting, Amsterdam almost makes a law.

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20 Aug 2024RDOD 78: Favorite Sailings and Excursions with Sam00:29:25

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

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17 Mar 2024RDOD 62: Disney Cruise Line Summer 2025 Itinerary Release00:43:33

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.

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30 Jan 2024RDOD 57: Icon of the Seas Trip Report with Lauren of Touring and Cruises00:53:10

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!

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26 Aug 2024RDOD 79: Norwegian to Alaska on the Norwegian Encore01:02:58

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 

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03 Jan 2023RDOD 7: Disney Dream Trip Report with Back To The Mouse01:06:51

We set sail with Joe from Back to the Mouse.  He shares tales from his recent cruise on the Disney Dream.  It was a 5 night double dip out of Miami.  From segwaying to dining we cover it all!

 

Word of the day - Forward

 

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04 Sep 2023RDOD 41: Favorite Port for ...00:40:51

Welcome aboard! This week we discuss our favorite ports for...  We cover a wide range of things from snorkeling to art and everything in-between. 

Word of the day - deck plan

News- loss of Jimmy Buffett, Ice in a drink, and disruptions to plans.

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22 Nov 2022RDOD 2: Booking a Cruise 10100:38:54

As we sail this week we look at the basic questions you have to ask yourself to book a crusie. You need to answer the When, Where, What, and Why of all the options that cruising offers.  What length of cruise, where do you want to go, and what kind of cabin do you want are all things we talk about on this weeks On Deck!

 

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28 Feb 2023RDOD 15: How and Why to use a Travel Agent For Your Cruise00:36:00

Welcome aboard Rope Drop On Deck.  This week we tackle the news of Disneys new Castaway level and a new tax in Texas.  Then in the main show we talk about how to best use a Travel Agent.

Word of the day- Knot

News brought to you by BACK TO THE MOUSE DOT COM

 

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29 Oct 2024RDOD 86: The Don'ts of Disney Cruise Line00:26:26

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
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02 May 2023RDOD 24: 11 Tips for a Smooth Disembarkation00:39:28

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about everyones least favorite part of the cruise... The End.  We share 11ish tips about how to get off the ship in a way for smooth sailing!  Why 11? because Doug cant count.

Word of the day: Helm

News of Royals Beach Club and the environment, New Terminal at Port Canaveral, and Disneys new check in windows.

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10 Sep 2024RDOD 80: Deep Questions with Wes The DCL Dude and Joe from Back To The Mouse Part 100:38:21

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

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05 Dec 2023RDOD 52: Trip Report Allure of the Seas00:55:33

Welcome aboard this week we take you on a 3 night sailing on the Allure of the Seas.  Hear about our state room, dining, activites, and cabana as we sail through the adventure.

Word of the day - Crew Member

News from our own sailing

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02 Apr 2024RDOD 63: Picking Port Adventures in Alaska00:44:22

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!

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24 Jul 2023RDOD 35: Explaining Guaranteed Rooms00:43:46

Welcome aboard! This week we are explaining guaranteed rooms.  This is a type of room booking that is complicated!  Michelle confuses Doug several times.  

Word of the day - Lido Deck

News- Bahamas taxes passed on, Comicon, Halmark, and Europe travel!

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14 Nov 2023RDOD 50: Why To Verandah00:33:49

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about Why to Verandah, or when to Verandah?

Word of the day - Anchor 

News- Galveston spends some money, Port Canveral sets a new bar, and BLACK FRIDAY DEALS!

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05 Mar 2024RDOD 61: Motion Sickness00:31:52

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

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09 Jan 2024RDOD 55: Disney Dream New Years Eve Double Dip Trip Report01:04:10

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

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15 Nov 2022RDOD 1: Top 10 Reason We Love To Cruise00:34:43

This week On Deck, we share our top 10 reasons why we love to cruise.  We cover from the crew to the food and everything inbetween.   Follow us @RopeDropOnDeck

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07 Aug 2023RDOD 37: Cruise Vacations Vs Theme Park Vacations00:43:00

Welcome aboard! This week we are debating the differences between a Cruise Vacation and a theme Park Vacation.  

Word of the day - Galley 

News- Nude Cruise, Cancelled Show, Development of Ocean Cay, and DCL internet prices.

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12 Dec 2023RDOD 53: Private Island Show Down- Perfect Day Coco Cay vs Castaway Cay00:43:08

Welcome aboard! This week we have the show down of private islands.  We compare Perfect Day Coco Cay and Castaway Cay.  

Word of the Day - Private Island

News - The Star is bookable

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20 Mar 2023RDOD 18: Disney Cruise Line Amenities with The DCL Dude Podcast00:59:46

Welcome aboard! This week we are sailing with Wes of The DCL Dude Podcast.  We rank the amenities you find on the Disney Cruise Line Fleet.  We have lots of fun and laughs as we work our way through.

Word of the day - Atrium

News - Carnival hits a milestone and Shocking/Not Shocking Someone is not happy about last weeks news.

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27 May 2024RDOD 67: Tips for Teens with a Teen00:42:32

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.

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31 Oct 2023RDOD 48: Planning Allure of the Seas00:36:58

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about the plans for our upcoming cruise on the Allure of the Seas. 

Word of the day - Ballast

News- New Bar for Disney, Sitka at it again, and Itinerary releases.

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11 Feb 2025RDOD 95: DCL Summer of 26 Itinerary00:28:21

Welcome aboard! This week discus the summer of 26 Disney Cruise Line scheudle  Word of the Day - Ice Cap

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Welcome aboard! This week we answer a question we have gotten a few times. Why should I do adults only on Disney Cruise Line.  

Word of the day - Swell

News- Another Port wants limits and more Disney Bands coming to a ship near you.

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07 Jan 2025RDOD 92: Cruising into 202500:30:28

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 

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03 Jul 2023RDOD 32: Trip Report Disney Fantasy 7 Night Western Caribbean (Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, and Castaway Cay)01:03:47

Welcome aboard! This week we set sail on a 7 night adventure on the Disney Fantasy!  Visiting ports of Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Falmouth Jamaica, and Disney's Castaway Cay.  We share stories of the sailing from our port adventures to a delay in embarkation! 

Word of the day - Customs

News Royal gets in on the 3/4 night market with a new ship!

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16 Jul 2024RDOD 73: Short Cruise Trip Report00:45:54

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
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17 Oct 2023RDOD 47: Planning Excursions with Joe From Back To The Mouse00:59:17

Welcome aboard! This week we help Joe from Back To The Mouse plan his Excursions for Greece and Italy!

Word of the day - Stabilizer

News- Petition Failure in Alaska and Did we get the stage show we all wanted on the Disney Treasure?

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26 Dec 2023Happy Holidays00:04:34

Happy Holidays from the Rope Drop On Deck Crew 

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17 Mar 2025RDOD 97: Taking Flight00:34:04

This week we talk about all the things involved in fling in 2025.  From apps to water.

 Word of the Day - Real ID

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20 Feb 2023RDON 14: Trip Report- Freedom of the Seas with Lauren Shields of TouringPlans00:49:36

Welcom aboard! This week we set sail with Lauren of TouringPlans Travel.  She just got back from an adults only voyage on Freedom of the Seas.  Listen to hear all about this trip.  

Word of the Day- Draft

News is brought to you by Back To The Mouse check out the site for DCL cabin photos, menus, and general snark!

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31 May 2023RDOD 27: Interview with Ryan - DCL Cruiser00:17:19

Welcome aboard! This week we were in Disneyland before Doug went to Disney World to do the Starcruiser.  So, this is a short little show with an interview of one of the guys cruising with Dour on the Starcruiser, Ryan.

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26 Nov 2024RDOD 89: Thankful for Cruising00:27:12

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

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      • meet a duck
      • Treasure has a drone of a time
      • Eric Stonestreet is a Godfather
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21 Nov 2023RDOD 51: How To Dress Your Best on a Cruise00:30:02

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about how dress your best on the cruise.  We talk about what type of clothing you might want to pack.  

Word of the day - Galley

News-New terminal in the Everglades, Gummies get you banned, and more news.

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06 Feb 2024RDOD 58: River Cruise ABD with the DCL DUO!01:11:20

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.

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29 Jul 2024RDOD 75: The Don'ts of Picking A Cabin00:36:46

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

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15 Nov 2022Rope Drop: On Deck #0 - Welcome Aboard00:04:47

Welcome aboard! This is Rope Drop On Deck.  A cruising only spin off show of Rope Drop Radio.  Michelle McKnight (TouringPlans Travel) and Doug McKnight (Rope Drop Radio) will bring you news, planning, trip reports, and more from the high seas.  Sail away with us as we start to find our sea legs and see where this adventure may go.

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13 Aug 2024RDOD 77: Iceland and Norway On Disney Dream with Lauren00:57:06

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.  

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 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

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28 Mar 2023RDOD 19: I Booked a Cruise, Now What?00:38:43

Welcome aboard! This week we break down the Disney Cruise Line summer 24 itinerary. Then we discuss the things needed to be done after you book a cruise.  

Word of the Day: Itinerary

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11 Apr 2023RDOD 21: You Don't Know What You Don't Know -Disney Cruise Line00:58:54

Welcome aboard as we share what you didn't know you didn't know about sailing on Disney Cruise Line. Lots of great tips and tricks for your cruise. 

Word of the day Embark

News - More Fans and DCL does what they should have 10 years ago.

News brought to you by Back To The Mouse

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03 Oct 2023RDOD 45: Listener Questions00:47:44

Welcome aboard! This week we answer your listener questions!

Word of the day - Bulbous Bow

News- Name change for Royal Lounge, Celebration Key opening dates, and did we just "Rope Drop Radio" some age limits?

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28 Jan 2025RDOD 94: Sheri of Cruise Tips TV00:48:54

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

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06 Dec 2022RDOD 3: Disney Wish Trip Report00:57:18

This week on deck we recount the adventures on the Disney Wish.  Fresh back from our Black Friday sailing we have stories to tell!  

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09 Oct 2023RDOD 46: Building Our Own Cruise Ship00:39:14

Welcome aboard! This week we build our own ship! Yep we talk about what we would like to see on a ship made just for us and why.

Word of the day - Ship Yard

News- Changes in the Med, we learn the name of a big ship, and time to go SOLO!

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30 Sep 2024RDOD 82: 5 Insider Cruise Tips00:36:47

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

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31 Jan 2023RDOD 11: All the Verandah's and Balconies?00:35:20

This week on deck we are exploring the many different types of verandah's out there and how to figure them all out.  

We also tackle all the news of the day.  No Smoking in Mexico!  Also why are we mustering again?

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09 Mar 2023RDOD 16: Royal Trip Report with Sarah Goff of TouringPlans00:43:49

Welcome aboard! This week we have on Sarah of TouringPlans Travel to share about here recent sailing on Royal.  

Word of the Day- Muster

We also talk about the news of less room cleanings.

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15 Oct 2024RDOD 84: Things People Always Forget For Their Cruise00:40:27

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

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09 Jul 2024RDOD 72: Greek Isles With Joe From Back To The Mouse01:09:16

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

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05 Nov 2024RDOD 87: Reluctance to Wish01:00:06

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

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12 Dec 2022RDOD 4: Welcome to Royal Caribbean00:32:26

Welcome aboard this week as we discuss the fleet of Royal Caribbean.  We talk about all the classes of ships and what they have to offer.  We talk about where some of the ships sail, and round out the show talking about Royals private islands. Wondering about the biggest ship in the world? Yep, we get to that too.  Join us as we talk gross tons and fuel types.  

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14 Jan 2025RDOD 93: Galveston with Tin Foil Mouse Ears00:55:29

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

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      • Is air plane mode really cruise mode?
      • Disney loses some weight on the GT
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25 Feb 2025RDOD 96: The DCL Cruising Dad00:47:53

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 

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    • NEWS

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      • Legend of The Seas
      • Seward Alaska gets a new Port!
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20 Feb 2024RDOD 60: What Does $5,000 or $10,000 Get Me?00:37:03

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!

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07 Nov 2023RDOD 49: Unwritten Rules of Cruising00:33:52

Welcome aboard! This week we explore all the unwritten rules of cruising.

Word of the day - Shore Power

News- new info on light house point, and tips are looking up on Royal

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30 Apr 2024RDOD 65: Icon Trip Report with Anthony00:56:17

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. 

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03 Dec 2024RDOD 90: You Don't Need That00:32:01

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 

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10 Jan 2023RDOD 8: Top 10 Favorite Ports of Call00:44:00

Today we set sail to our favorte Ports of Call.  From the Caribbean to the Mediterranean to Alaska we chat about the ports we love.  We talk about what the ports have to offer when you visit too.  We attempt to define a word of the day and cover some news too!

Word of the Day - Starboard

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16 Jan 2023RDOD 9: 5 Tips When Planning Your Cruise00:29:57

Welcome aboard! This week we talk about 5 things you need to beaware of when planning a cruise.  From before you book to before you go there are things that need some attention.  No, we are not talking about planning outfits either.  

 

Word of the Day: Port

 

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15 Feb 2024RDOD 59: Rotational Dining00:21:56

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

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