RDOD 101: Would You Rather: Europe Cruises

RDOD 101: Would You Rather: Europe Cruises

Author: Rope Drop Entertainment May 20, 2025 Duration: 50:26

🎙️ Rope Drop On Deck - Episode 101
Would You Rather - Europe Edition

Ahoy, Disney Cruise fans! On this week's episode of Rope Drop On Deck, we're playing a high-seas version of Would You Rather – Europe Edition 🌍🛳️

Join us as Joe from Back to the Mouse sails in to help us navigate some tough cruise planning choices. If you're dreaming of a European Disney Cruise but can't decide between all the amazing options... this episode is for you!

👤 Guest: Joe from Back to the Mouse
🔗 Website: backtothemouse.com
🐦 Twitter: @BackToTheMouse


📝 In This Episode:

  • Word of the Day: Slack Tide – what is it and why does it matter?

  • 📰 Cruise News:

    • More details about Perfect Day Mexico edition

    • What you need to know about the Mexico  tax

  • 🤔 Would You Rather: Europe Edition

    • Mediterranean or Northern Europe?

    • Small ship or large ship?

    • Embark in Barcelona or Rome?

    • Cruise the Greek islands with or without Athens?

    • Beaches or history?

    • Private excursions or cruise line tours?

    • A cruise with many countries or just a few?

    • Sea days or ports every day?

    • Florence or Naples?

    • Short sailings or long adventures?


🎧 Tune in now to hear our picks, opinions, and maybe even a few hot takes!

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