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919 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 554 ratingsDoug Parker gives weekly cruise news, ship reviews, money saving tips, answers your travel questions, and helps you make the most of your cruise vacation.
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477 Celebrity Silhouette Review + Cruise News | Celebrity Cruises
March 22, 2018 07:00 - 38 minutes - 30.6 MBHear a review of Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Silhouette. A seven-night Eastern Caribbean sailing from Fort Lauderdale. Sherry has cruise news: The US State Department lifts the travel warning to Mexico Carnival Panorama announces West Coast itineraries Carnival raised Faster to the Fun prices Norwegian Cruise Line has hiked gratuities again Royal Caribbean announced a $200 million refurbishment to Coco Cay This cruise ship was cut in half and had a 49' centerpiece added ...
476 Carnival Pride Review + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
March 15, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 29.7 MBJon gives us a review of his family's seven-night Bahamas cruise on Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Pride from Baltimore. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Norwegian Cruise Line announces a new PortMiami terminal Virgin Cruises gives us more details on their upcoming ship Princess Cruises is testing their version of paid priority embarkation Disney Cruise Line details the look of their upcoming ships Listener Question: My husband don't want to get a passport. Help! Thoughts or...
475 Royal Princess Southern Caribbean Review + Cruise News | Princess Cruises
March 08, 2018 08:00 - 40 minutes - 32.8 MBWe get a review of Princess Cruises Royal Princess. This was a 10-night Southern Caribbean itinerary out of Port Everglades. Simone from Cruising Excursions drops by to answer some of your listener questions on Baltic itineraries. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Cruise lines pull some excursions from the Cozumel itinerary. Details of the new Holland America food partnership. Carnival Horizon officially has a Godmother. Bahamas Paradise Cruises details their upcoming ship. Celebr...
474 Carnival Liberty Review, Cruise Awards + News | Carnival Cruise Line
March 01, 2018 08:00 - 33 minutes - 26.8 MBTim and his wife just returned from a five-night sailing on Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Liberty. Hear a review of this Bahamas cruise from Port Canaveral. Stewart has cruise news on: Recent updates to Princess Cays Carnival Cruise Line adding more Cuba sailings in 2019 Carnival Corporation's new WiFi hardware blows away competitors Cruise Awards Cruise Critic recently revealed their 2018 Cruiser's Choice awards. These awards are voted by members of the site's cruising comm...
BONUS 010 MSC Seaside Review | MSC Cruises
February 24, 2018 18:15 - 31 minutes - 25.1 MBAdam and his wife just returned from a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise on MSC Seaside. We get a bow to stern review on the newest cruise ship from MSC Cruises. He talks about what he liked and disliked on MSC Seaside. Thoughts or comments? [email protected]
473 Disney Magic Cruise + News | Disney Cruise Line
February 22, 2018 08:05 - 30 minutes - 24.4 MBWe get a review of a Disney Cruise Line's Disney Magic. Stewart has cruise news on: Symphony of the Seas completes sea trials. What's next? NCL Bliss also floated out - details? What happened on Carnival Legend in AUS? Carnival is debuting three new shows on Horizon. Norwegian expanding Cuba cruises from Miami. Listener Q from Lori: Cruise newbie here. What is the best way to book the cruise? Travel agent? On their site? Or thru one of the discount cruise sites? Tho...
BONUS 009 Eastern Caribbean Island Update
February 22, 2018 08:00 - 19 minutes - 16 MBWe speak with Terry Thornton, VP Port Operations for Carnival Cruise Line, about what it took to get the Eastern Caribbean back operational after the 2017 hurricane season. Terry also touches on the 20 Carnival ships that are in the Caribbean, and plans for future itineraries. Writer Richard Simms just returned from a 10-night Eastern Caribbean cruise and he gives us an update from a cruise guest standpoint and his thoughts on the island. Thoughts or questions? [email protected]
472 Enchantment of the Seas Bahamas Cruise + News | Royal Caribbean
February 15, 2018 08:00 - 37 minutes - 30.1 MBOn this episode, we hear a review of Enchantment of the Seas from Kathy, who took a 60 friends onboard for a three-night Bahamas sailing. She talks about the dining, her grand suite, the amenities onboard, and their surprise sea day. Sherry Has Cruise News On: Next Carnival newbuild heading to Long Beach, California Carnival is sending Splendor to Australia Royal Caribbean's Mariner of the Seas is heading back to America with some new enhancements New Holland America ship itinerarie...
471 Aboard Carnival Magic with John Heald |Carnival Cruise Line
February 08, 2018 06:41 - 29 minutes - 23.7 MBWe are broadcasting aboard Carnival Magic this week for John Heald’s 11th Annual Blogger’s Cruise. We ask John all the questions you sent in. Plus, we talk with two guests on the cruise about sailing the ship. Thoughts or questions? Email me: [email protected]
470 Cruise Ship Health Inspector Interview + Cruise News
February 01, 2018 08:00 - 20 minutes - 16.7 MBA lot of cruise ships have been making the news lately with failing USPH inspections. This week we had a chance to talk with CDR Aimee Treffiletti, Chief of the CDCs (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), Vessel Sanitation Program. We get a behind the scenes look at the USPH inspections and what's involved when they make the unexpected appearance onboard the ship. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news on: Florida gets another Carnival ship Carnival responds to failed health inspectio...
469 Norwegian Escape Review + Cruise News | Norwegian Cruise Line
January 25, 2018 08:00 - 38 minutes - 31.1 MBWe get a review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Escape. Plus, Stewart has our weekly dose of cruise news and industry insight. Dan from TripInsurance.com answers questions on picking the right travel insurance policy. Stewart has cruise news on: Vista and Breeze fail USPH inspection. Jumper on Carnival Triumph Norwegian Epic heading to San Juan Cruise stock prices are on the rise! Celebrity Edge floats out Listener Question: Booking a future cruise and not knowing wh...
468 Carnival Breeze + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
January 18, 2018 08:00 - 31 minutes - 25 MBWe get a Western Caribbean cruise review of Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Breeze from Galveston. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Carnival charging for late-night room service and ditching debarkation day room service. Two cruise ships are heading to NYC in 2019 Celebrity Cruises is releasing Celebrity Edge ahead of schedule Star Princess gets a major refurb Listener Qs: What are the highlights of transiting the Panama Canal? - Nicholas, SD Will my travel agent get mad ...
467 MSC Seaside Review, Bomb Cyclone Cruise Recap + News
January 11, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutes - 28.4 MBSome brief thoughts on the Norwegian Breakaway sailing through the major 'bomb cyclone' winter storm in early January. We talk to ABC Action News Meteorologist Greg Dee to give us some insight on how powerful these winter storms can become at sea. Nick and his family just returned from the very first sailing on MSC Cruises' brand new MSC Seaside. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news on: Cruise executive paychecks revealed Cruise line paid $25M for 90-day FEMA charter Celebrity ...
BONUS: Winter Storm Grayson Impacts Cruise Ship | Norwegian Cruise Line
January 06, 2018 19:57 - 19 minutes - 15.7 MBWhen the Norwegian Breakaway sailed through a winter storm, some passengers say things got rough. We speak to one of the people who just disembarked, as well as cruise expert Stewart Chiron, to find out if this was an unusual sailing or to be expected this time of year. What are your thoughts? Let us know: [email protected]
466 Cruise Itinerary Planning and Carnival Vista Questions Answered | Carnival Cruise Line
January 04, 2018 08:00 - 27 minutes - 22 MBWe talk with Terry Thornton, VP of Itinerary Planning with Carnival Cruise Line. He brings us behind the curtain and explains to us about cruise ship deployments, the new destination Carnival is building in Freeport, Bahamas, and where he would like to see a new cruise port open up. Also, I answer some follow up questions asked after our Carnival Vista interview last week. Thoughts or comments? Email me! [email protected]
465 Carnival Vista Caribbean Review + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
December 28, 2017 08:00 - 45 minutes - 36.6 MBWe get a review of Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Vista. This sailing was an eight-night Southern Caribbean cruise out of Miami, Florida. Ports of call included Grand Turk, Dominican Republic, Curacao, and Aruba. Stewart has cruise news on: Royal Caribbean gratuity increase MSC star-studded christening Carnival expands their easy-pay program Norwegian unveils new app What should we look for in 2018? Listener Question: How do I know what cruise will have fewer kids, is it th...
Cruiser's Night Before Christmas
December 24, 2017 21:31 - 3 minutes - 2.73 MB‘Twas the night before the cruise, when all through the house Everyone was packing; have you seen Mom’s blue blouse? The kids’ luggage was set by the back door with care, In hopes that they’d remembered to pack formal wear. The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of waterslides danced in their heads. In the morning we got up and got coffee and fraps, And we got to the terminal without needing a map. When we got on the ship we avoided the clatter, We spran...
464 Celebrity Reflection Cruise Review + News | Celebrity Cruises
December 21, 2017 08:00 - 39 minutes - 31.9 MBThis week we get a detailed review of Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Reflection in the Mediterranean. Stewart has cruise news on: Carnival Corporation's record-breaking earnings quarter and what it means for you. Royal Caribbean excursion accident has 12 cruisers dead Norovirus outbreak on a cruise ship and by the numbers Saint Maarten welcomes cruise ships back after hurricanes Carnival Fascination will undergo a multi-million dollar renovation Norwegian Cruise Line announces...
463 Carnival Paradise Review + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
December 14, 2017 08:00 - 43 minutes - 34.7 MBGreg gives us a review of the Carnival Cruise Line Tampa-based Carnival Paradise. This four night cruise went to Havana, which is one of Carnival's select Cuba voyages. Sherry has cruise news on: Carnival Sunshine going to Charleston Carnival revamping their boarding passes MSC announced line up for christening Holland America's Eurodam earn perfect health score New Holland America ship floated out Royal Caribbean opens Megans Bay Norwegian Cruise Line ups gratuities on...
462 Norwegian Breakaway Bahamas Review + Cruise News | NCL
December 06, 2017 08:00 - 38 minutes - 31.1 MBRichard shares his seven-night review of Norwegian Cruise Line's New York City based Norwegian Breakaway. This cruise hit Orlando, private island Great Stirrup Cay, and Nassau, Bahamas. Being this is his fifth time sailing Norwegian Breakaway, Richard offers a unique perspective. Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has cruise news: Norwegian Cruise Line named Godfather of upcoming ship Carnival Cruise Line hikes drink package Carnival adds news menu items, takes some away MSC Seaside is...
461 First Time Carnival Cruiser Review + Cruise News | Carnival Conquest
November 29, 2017 21:46 - 28 minutes - 22.5 MBScott just returned from a four-night Bahamas cruise on Carnival Conquest. You'll want to hear this review from a seasoned cruise, but first time sailing Carnival Cruise Line. Sherry has cruise news: NCL changes final payment due date Carnival changing up cruise ships in the Gulf of Mexico Disney Magic will get an extensive renovation Port Canaveral reached a milestone Listener Question: Going to the Western Caribbean next summer on Royal Caribbean and trying to decide between...
460 LIVE from the Eastern Caribbean | Holland America Line
November 22, 2017 08:00 - 29 minutes - 24 MBThis week we are down in the Eastern Caribbean on Holland America Line's ms Eurodam to do a post-hurricane assessment. Two of our ports of call include St. Thomas and Grand Turk. This is the cruise ship's first time back to the two islands since being back in the Caribbean. We talk with a local in St. Thomas Jack, the owner of Jack's Shack in Grand Turk Cruise Director Nick on Holland America's Eurodam Bruce Parkinson from OpenJaw.com Comments or questions? [email protected] ...
459 The Man Who Has 1100 Sea Days + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
November 15, 2017 10:46 - 48 minutes - 38.6 MBEd has over 1,100 sea days with Carnival Cruise Line and lets me ask him a list of questions submitted by you the listener. Sherry has cruise news: Royal Caribbean's announcement last week included a lot of technology - what will we see? Harmony of the Seas is heading to Central Florida Royal Caribbean lays keel for next ship, Spectrum of the Seas Princess Cruises completed a historical milestone in the Panama Canal Tampa undergoes terminal enhancements Passenger kicked off ...
458 Royal Caribbean Announcement + Anthem of the Seas Review | Cruise
November 09, 2017 08:00 - 41 minutes - 33.5 MBThis week we are in New York City for the reveal of Royal Caribbean's big announcement that is claiming to revolutionize the way cruise vacations are booked and taken. Anthem of the Seas Review We get a review of Royal Caribbean's NYC-based Anthem of the Seas on a Canada/New England itinerary. Kabir details the food, entertainment options, and that accommodations on the ship, along with the ports of call. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Carnival Horizon completes sea trials Roya...
457 Guy Fieri Interview, Norwegian Getaway, & Baltic Shore Excursions
November 02, 2017 07:00 - 51 minutes - 41.2 MBWe talk to Celebrity Chef Guy Fieri about his partnership with Carnival Cruise Line and the launch of the new sit down restaurant on Carnival Horizon, Guy's Pig and Anchor Smokehouse/Brewhouse. Plus, he answers some of your cruise and Guy's Burger Joint questions. Sherry has cruise news on: The first cruise line that goes adults-only Disney Cruise Line is returning to the west coast Carnival Cruise Line is showcasing digital artwork on Carnival Horizon 23 countries. 40 ports. 90 day...
456 John Heald Interview + Cruise Questions Answered | Carnival Cruise Line
October 26, 2017 07:00 - 29 minutes - 23.2 MBWe sit down and have a casual chat with John Heald, Senior Cruise Director and Brand Ambassador with Carnival Cruise Line. John talks about everything from weight loss struggles at sea to taking some of your listener questions. This was taped when sailing aboard Carnival Fascination in mid October. Sherry Kennedy answers some of your cruise questions on: Finding a better cruise deal and how to secure it Does it pay to stay loyal to one cruise line Passport renewal deadlines Though...
455 Carnival Victory Review + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
October 19, 2017 07:00 - 33 minutes - 26.5 MBWe get a review of Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Victory on a Western Caribbean sailing from Miami. The ports of call on this sailing were Key West and Cozumel. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Cruise lines update the public on the state of the Caribbean islands impacted by this year's hurricanes FEMA charters Carnival Fascination New Guy Fieri sit-down venue coming to Carnival Horizon. Carnival Conquest gets an adults-only area. Royal Caribbean set to return to St. Thomas Royal Ca...
News Update: FEMA Charters Carnival Cruise Ship John Heald| Carnival Cruise Line
October 12, 2017 15:12 - 3 minutes - 3.16 MBThis is a news brief with Senior Cruise Director John Heald about Carnival Cruise Line chartering of one of their ships to FEMA to help in Hurricane relief because of Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria. I'm currently sailing aboard Carnival Fascination. Thoughts or comments? [email protected]
454 Caribbean Princess Review + Cruise Ship Refurbishments | Carnival Cruise Line
October 12, 2017 07:00 - 37 minutes - 30.3 MBWe talk with Adolfo Perez at Carnival Cruise Line about the latest refurbishment of Carnival Elation and why they are spending so much money on these ships that are 20 years old. Richard Simms joins us with commentary about the beverage package increase with Norwegian Cruise Line and how it compares to the other packages out there. Tim gives us a review of his eight-night sailing on Caribbean Princess.
453 Cruise News + Cuba Cruise | Norwegian Cruise Line
October 05, 2017 07:00 - 32 minutes - 25.9 MBDon gives us a full recap of his Cuba cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line from Port Miami. Comedian Tommy Davidson stops by to talk about the new season of Vacation Creation featuring Carnival Corporation. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: The Bahamas wants cruisers to cough up $90 million Norwegian Breakaway is heading to the Big Easy NCL drink package price goes up Class-action hurricane lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Disney Cruise Line ship hits the pier in Nassau Thoughts ...
452 Carnival Vista Western Caribbean Review + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
September 28, 2017 07:00 - 32 minutes - 26.1 MBSarah shares her six-night Western Caribbean cruise review aboard Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Vista from Miami. This Caribbean sailing went to Cozumel, Ocho Rios, and Grand Cayman. This was Sarah's first time cruising in three years. Tommy Casabona from the Always Be Book Podcast weighs in on cruisers complaining about itinerary changes due to the recent hurricanes. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Key West reopens since Hurricane Irma Carnival Fascination is temporarily repos...
451 Oasis of the Seas Review + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean
September 21, 2017 07:00 - 36 minutes - 29.2 MBJessica and her family just returned from a sailing on Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas, but this wasn't a normal sailing! Her cruise got extended because of Hurricane Irma. Jessica gives us her review of the ship, the itinerary, and her thoughts on sailing one of the world's largest cruise ships. Stewart has Cruise News on: Eastern Caribbean update? (latest on the islands) FEMA charters cruise ships for national guard workers Carnival says Grand Turk isn't quite ready to receiv...
450 Carnival's Forgotten Ship + Norwegian Epic Review
September 14, 2017 07:00 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MBWe get a review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Epic. Plus, Jake Williams from the Canceled series on YouTube talks about his latest project, Carnival Cruise Line's forgotten Pinnacle-class ship. Thoughts or questions? [email protected]
BONUS Hurricane Irma Recovery Efforts + Caribbean Cruise Update
September 10, 2017 14:07 - 27 minutes - 21.8 MBWe have an information-packed bonus episode this week as we get wall to wall coverage of Hurricane Irma and those impacted by the storm. We talk with Sherry Kennedy from CruiseMaven.com about the efforts that Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line are doing to send their ships to rescue stranded vacationers. Simon Duvall from Cruiseline.com gives us an island assessment of the Eastern Caribbean islands of St. Thomas, St. John, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, Grand Turk, and others that were...
449 Hurricane Irma Damage + Carnival Victory Western Caribbean Review
September 07, 2017 04:31 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBOn this episode, we talk with Cruiseline.com Community Manager Simon Duvall about Hurricane Irma and which Caribbean islands have been impacted so far. We touch on what a travel insurance policy might cover in a natural disaster situation like this. Also a review from Ford of a western Caribbean cruise aboard Carnival Victory. Cruise News: Carnival Corporation donates to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts Port Canaveral is building a new pier Carnival Horizon to have Teppanyaki spe...
448 Listener Questions Answered, Carnival Cruise Line, and Excursions
August 31, 2017 07:00 - 34 minutes - 27.6 MBWe finally get to talk to an executive at Carnival Cruise Line and ask him some questions we've been dying to know about booking and other things. This is a pull the curtain back type of interview with Adolfo Perez. We answer a listener question about buying cruise line stock and where to ship watch out of Port Canaveral if you want to stay there pre- or post-cruise. We'll also tackle some of your shore excursion questions with CruisingExcursions.com. Comments or suggestions? Email m...
BONUS: Interview with a Cruise Ship Architect
August 28, 2017 07:00 - 14 minutes - 11.3 MBWe talk to cruise ship architect, Joe Farcus. Joe has been designing ships for Carnival Cruise Line and Carnival Corporate brands for over 30 years. We had a chance to talk with him about some of his past work and how he designs the cruise ship. Note: If you've been listening to Cruise Radio for over six years, you have have heard this interview back in April 2011. It has been one of the most listened to episodes over the past few years so I wanted to make it a bonus episode. Thoughts ...
447 Pride of America Review + Cruise News | Hawaii Cruise
August 24, 2017 07:00 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBThis week we get a review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America. Tommy Casabona stops by from the Always Be Book podcast to talk this past week's solar eclipse. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Carnival extending their sailings to Cuba Carnival is testing a new port day menu Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas has dreaded technical issues San Juan is seeing record cruise traffic Thoughts or review? Email me [email protected]. EDITED TO REMOVE TROPICAL STORM STORY O...
446 Carnival Triumph Western Caribbean + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
August 17, 2017 07:00 - 43 minutes - 34.8 MBWe get a review of Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Triumph on a five-night western Caribbean cruise. Not only was this his first time on Carnival, but it was his first cruise ever. The review gives a neat perspective from someone who experienced the world of cruising for the very first time. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: New details on Norwegian Bliss Royal Caribbean names upcoming ship - details? Carnival ship missed a port because of propulsion issues - what happened? The Bahamas...
445 Norwegian Gem Caribbean Review + Cruise News | Norwegian Cruise Line
August 10, 2017 07:00 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBWe get a review of a 10-night Eastern Caribbean cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Gem. Craig gives us the details of the Norwegian Gem, what he thought of the ship and what he did on his Caribbean ports of call. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news on: Carnival's Senior Cruise Director celebrates 30 years with the company Captain Kirk to NCL: Save the Dolphins! Carnival LIVE adds another performer for the fall Why one cruise line is hiking cruise prices Celebrity Cruises...
444 Enchantment of the Seas Bahamas Review + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean
August 03, 2017 07:00 - 27 minutes - 22.2 MBWe get a review of Royal Caribbean's Enchantment of the Seas. This sailing left Miami, Florida and headed for Nassau, Bahamas and Royal Caribbean's private island Coco Cay, Bahamas. We get a full review of the ship, the dining, entertainment on board, a glimpse into a day on Coco Cay, and some overall thoughts. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news on: Sad news on a Princess Cruise in Alaska last week. Carnival Cruise Line gave Mobile, Alabama some great news New report shows norovirus is ...
443 Disney Dream Review, Popular Ports, + Cruise News | Disney Cruise Line
July 27, 2017 07:00 - 37 minutes - 30.2 MBMitchell just returned from Disney Cruise Line's Disney Dream where he did a five-night honeymoon Bahamas cruise. Mitch is a seasoned cruiser and his wife has only been on one voyage prior to this sailing. We hear his thoughts on planning the cruise, dining, Castaway Cay, and the public areas aboard Disney Dream. One special feature on this cruise is that it stopped in Castaway Cay twice. Cruise Critic just released their Cruiser's Choice Destination Awards for 2017. The award highlights t...
BONUS DISCUSSION: Kid Jumps from Cruise Ship Railing into Pool
July 24, 2017 14:59 - 15 minutes - 12 MBOne of the things seasoned cruisers complain about on a regular basis is “out of control” kids who seem to have absolutely no adult supervision whatsoever, and a disturbing video posted to YouTube seems to take this behavior to new heights. We talk to travel agent Scott Lara and contributor Richard Simms on their thoughts. Read the article: https://cruiseradio.net/kid-jumps-cruise-deck-railing-pool/ We talking to travel agent Scott Lara and contributor Richard Simms on their thoughts. ...
442 Carnival Pride Bahamas Review + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
July 20, 2017 07:00 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MBWe get a review of Carnival Cruise Line's Baltimore based Carnival Pride, on a seven night exotic Caribbean cruise. We get a run down of the ship, what makes Carnival Pride so unique, and how to deal with curve balls thrown your way during your cruise. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news on: Sad news out of St. Maarten's famous airport beach - what happened? Does Royal Caribbean have big plans for Independence of the Seas? Royal Caribbean sending another ship to Cuba This world cruise...
441 Norwegian Epic Mediterranean Review + Cruise News | Norwegian Cruise Line
July 13, 2017 07:00 - 29 minutes - 24 MBWe get a review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Epic this week. Craig and his family just returned from a seven-night Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona. We get a full review of the dining options, entertainment offered on Norwegian Epic, and his initial thoughts of the ship. Sherry has cruise news: Norwegian Cruise Line just made some announcements Carnival's third Vista-class is underway Carnival hosts first social media powered bbq Royal Caribbean is testing a new drink...
440 Allure of the Seas Western Caribbean Review + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean
July 06, 2017 07:00 - 40 minutes - 32.7 MBDr. Kris did a six night on Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas. We get a full review of one of the world's largest cruise ships, talk about the dining experiences, and the Western Caribbean ports of call. We get your Mediterranean cruise questions answered by CruisingExcursions.com. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Carnival Cruise Line did their first sailing to Cuba Galveston, Texas shows off their updated Cruise Terminal 2 All four Disney ships recently earned perfect marks...
BONUS: Royal Princess Western Caribbean Review | Princess Cruises
July 03, 2017 07:00 - 20 minutes - 16.4 MBVickie joins us for a review of Princess Cruises' Royal Princess, a ship that first debuted in 2013 and has already been to dry dock. While in dry dock she underwent some much-needed modifications. We talk about the dining, the layout of the ship, tips for Royal Princess, and why you should always make your flight home after 12p (noon) on debark day. Thoughts or comments? [email protected]
439 Cruise Line Loyalty Program Debate + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
June 29, 2017 07:00 - 27 minutes - 22 MBA recent article from Skift.com mentioned that Carnival Cruise Line could be tinkering around with their VIFP loyalty program. Richard Simms, writer at Cruise Radio and Tommy from the Always Be Booked Podcast weigh in on the possible change and what could be revised from the current program. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Carnival is lowering their internet packages if you pre-purchase it - what new rates will we see? Celebrity Cruises rolled out a new venue on their upcoming shi...
438 Carnival Conquest Caribbean Review + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line
June 22, 2017 07:00 - 28 minutes - 23 MBOn this episode, we get a review of Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Conquest on an eight-night Southern Caribbean sailing. Stewart has cruise news on: A tropical storm has diverted a couple Carnival ships - any major disruptions? Cruise lines will keep sailings to Cuba - will we see any changes at all? Royal Caribbean is making changes to their cancellation policy The first block of steel was laid for the upcoming Celebrity Edge. Would you consider this ship a game changer? How i...
437 Liberty of the Seas Western Caribbean Review + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean
June 15, 2017 07:00 - 30 minutes - 24.3 MBThis interview proves that not everyone books a cruise based on the itinerary. James and his wife just returned from a Western Caribbean cruise on Royal Caribbean Liberty of the Seas, and barely got off the ship! He gives us a comprehensive review of the ship, dining, entertainment on the ship, and the ports of call on this Caribbean cruise. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news: Carnival going to easy pay a payment option - how does this different from spreading your payments out? The world'...