Sun, 26 August 2018
Weekend Cruise News Brief - August 26, 2018. Royal Caribbean is changing the way you interact with their customer service department. Carnival's brand ambassador gave an update on Carnival's limit on the CHEERS! drink package, and a good future for the cruise industry. -- Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.
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Thu, 23 August 2018
We get a review of Disney Cruise Lines' Disney Magic. This was a one way sailing from Rome to Barcelona. We get a full review of the Disney cruise experience and an overall review of the cruise ship. Stewart has cruise news on:
Plus, Dan from TripInsurance.com answers some of your listener questions on travel insurance. -- Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Sun, 19 August 2018
Weekend Cruise News Brief - August 19, 2018, Oasis-class ship could be heading to the Gulf Coast. MSC Cruises sprung a leak. And Carnival Cruise Line adding to their onboard prizes. -- Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 16 August 2018
We get a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise review of Carnival Miracle. John gives us a bow to stern review of this sailing from Tampa, Florida. Richard Simms has cruise news:
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Sun, 12 August 2018
Weekend Cruise News Brief - August 12, 2018. Royal Caribbean is changing their online check-in program. Carnival Cruise Line is making two disembarkation changes. Three Norwegian Cruise Line ships got a total makeover. And a couple got booted from a Holland America Line cruise ship. Hear the Cruise Radio News briefs Monday - Friday on your Amazon Alexa device or on the newly created Cruise Radio News podcast feed. --- Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 9 August 2018
We get a review of Royal Caribbean's newly refurbished Mariner of the Seas. Don recently took a three-night Bahamas cruise that stopped in Nassau, Bahamas and the cruise line's private island Coco Cay. We get a detailed review of CoCo Cay, a construction update, and what it was like sailing this newly refurbished cruise ship. Sherry has cruise news on:
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Sun, 5 August 2018
Your cruise news brief for August 5, 2019. Grand Cayman is experiencing record cruise passengers and opposition for the new cruise pier, a crew member from Holland America went overboard, Celebrity Edge has completed her first round of sea trial, Harmony of the Seas debuts in Netflix film, Carnival kids read record Dr. Seuss words, and deck by deck analysis of Carnival Sunrise. You can watch the analysis here. --- Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.
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Thu, 2 August 2018
Matt gives us a review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Escape. This was a seven-night cruise from New York City to Bermuda. We get a comprehensive review of Norwegian Escape, the dining venues, entertainment, and the nightlife offered onboard. Sherry has cruise news on:
Cruise Critic stops by the give us a recap of their 2018 Cruisers' Choice Destination Awards. --- Everything Carnival Sunrise can be found at CruiseRadio.net/Sunrise. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel.
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Tue, 31 July 2018
Carnival Cruise Line just announced that Carnival Triumph will transform into Carnival Sunrise. During this 60-day, $200 million renovation, the ship is going to get a slew of new venues, just like Carnival Sunshine did back in 2013. We talk with Gus Antorcha, Chief Operating Officer at Carnival Cruise Line about the refurbishment, and contributor Richard Simms stops by to give some insight. ----- Everything Carnival Sunrise can be found at CruiseRadio.net/Sunrise. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. |
Sun, 29 July 2018
Your cruise news brief for July 29, 2018. Carnival Cruise Line has added keyless embarkation to another port, Nassau is warning people about eating the conch, Disney Cruise Line is going green, Celebrity Edge has officially started sea trial, and finally, Hawaii is back open to all cruise traffic after the volcano eruption this past spring. --- Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.
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Thu, 26 July 2018
We get a review of a 10-night cruise on Regal Princess. This was a repositioning cruise that started in New York City and ended in Port Everglades, Florida. Jim gives us a bow to stern review of the ship and what it's like sailing solo on Regal Princess. Sherry has cruise news:
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Sun, 22 July 2018
Your cruise news brief for July 22, 2018. Norwegian Cruise Line is banning straws at sea, Virgin Voyages cut the steel for their second ship, two crew members fell off a Royal Caribbean cruise ship, and Carnival Liberty made an unexpected stop off the coast of Florida. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 19 July 2018
This week we get a seven-night review of Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas. Adventure of the Seas is currently in Bayonne, NJ for the summer. She's doing alternating sailings to Canada/New England and Bahamas/Florida cruises. Sherry Laskin has cruise news on:
Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.
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Sun, 15 July 2018
Your cruise news brief for July 15, 2018. Norwegian Cruise Line has extended the option for two additional Project Leonardo-class vessels, Royal Caribbean has a minor delay in the Perfect Day at CoCoCay project, Virgin Cruises shows us the progress of their upcoming ship, and Carnival Horizon breaks a St. Jude fundraising record. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 12 July 2018
Krista and her family just returned from a four-night cruise on Carnival Imagination out of Long Beach. Her family took this cruise because they wanted to go to California. The cruise went to Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. We get a comprehensive review of the ship, itinerary, and her first time taking a Carnival Cruise since they implemented the new boarding process. Sherry has cruise news on:
Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Sun, 8 July 2018
Your cruise news brief for July 8, 2018. Royal Caribbean has altered an itinerary because of Tropical Storm Beryl. Carnival Cruise Line goes back into another West Coast port. Norwegian Cruise Line added a new package to their newest ship. Please let me know if you like this weekend format: doug@cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 5 July 2018
We get a seven-night Western Caribbean review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Breakaway-class ship Norwegian Getaway. We get a comprehensive review from this first time Norwegian Cruise Line guest. Sherry has cruise news on:
Listener Q: Where does the crew tips go when you hand them over directly? Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Mon, 2 July 2018
John gives us a review of his seven-night cruise on Celebrity Equinox from Port Miami. He and his wife were in a concierge-class balcony stateroom. Hear his overall thoughts of the ship, dining venues, on board, entertainment, and ports of call during this seven-night Eastern Caribean sailing. Also the perks of booking a future cruise while on your current sailing. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 28 June 2018
On this episode, we hear a review of an eight-night cruise on Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Sunshine. This sailing went to Grand Turk, Aruba, and Curaçao. We get a comprehensive bow to stern review of this cruise ship that was launched in 1996. Sherry Laskin has cruise news on:
Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Mon, 25 June 2018
We get a review of Royal Caribbean's brand new Symphony of the Seas, currently (as of 2018) the world's largest cruise ship. We get a comprehensive review of the staterooms, dining, public areas, and what it's like sailing Royal Caribbean for the first time - and does it hold a candle to Disney Cruise Line. You may be surprised. Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 21 June 2018
Hear a three-night review of Royal Caribbean Enchantment of the Seas to Bahamas. These short cruises are known as booze cruises because they are done over the weekend and attract a younger crowd. Although Dante was skeptical taking this as his first Royal Caribbean cruise, he was surprised. Sherry has cruise news on:
Listener question on changing your set dining time. Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Mon, 18 June 2018
We get a review of a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Epic. This is a very polarizing ship, folks either love it or hate it. Steven gives us his thoughts of the ship, the experience he had, and a comprehensive review. Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 14 June 2018
We get a review of Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Splendor. This was a seven-night cruise from LA. We talk about the ship, the ports of call, and the entertainment offered. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news:
Visit the newly launched Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 7 June 2018
We get a review of Disney Cruise Line's Disney Wonder on a seven-night Bahamas cruise from Galveston, Texas. This cruise was a special cruise because it was their first time cruising Disney and their first time cruising ever! How did it stack up? We get a comprehensive review from this family. Sherry has cruise news:
Shelly from Cruising Excursions stops by to give answer some of your questions on Northern Europe shore excursions. Listener question on cruising during hurricane season and excellent prices. More tips from Sherry can be found here. Cruise Radio YouTube channel. Thoughts or questions? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 31 May 2018
Kris recently returned from one of the first guest sailings aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship, Norwegian Bliss. The cruise went from Miami, Florida through the Panama Canal and ended on the west coast. We get a review of this newest ship, including the Haven experience, food, entertainment, and all the things to do outdoors like the go karts and laser tag. Sherry has cruise news on:
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Sat, 26 May 2018
We're broadcasting live for the christening and naming ceremony of Carnival Cruise Line's 26th ship, Carnival Horizon. Godmother Queen Latifah, Chef Guy Fieri, Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott, along with a couple thousand guests were in attendance. Horizon Cruise Director Mike Pack stops by, Tommy from Always Be Booked, and we get some audio clips from Guy Fieri after the ribbon cutting of the Pig and Anchor Smokehouse Brewhouse. Carnival Horizon coverage:
Emails or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 24 May 2018
On this bonus episode we get a review of Rick's Queen Mary 2 crossing from New York City to Southampton, England. We get a unique perspective of this crossing and why they are loved by so many cruisers. Questions or thoughts? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 17 May 2018
Sherry Kennedy answers some of the most popular questions we get about beaches in Grand Cayman, how the hospital onboard the cruise ship works, and others. Michelle sent us a listener question about buying trip insurance for her upcoming cruise now, but adding the airfare later. Dan from TripInsurance.com stops by the answer her question and gives us things to look out for if you ever file a trip insurance claim. There's a lot of "gotchas" to look out for. Questions or comments? Email: doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 10 May 2018
We are aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship, Norwegian Bliss to test out all the new offerings. Norwegian has really upped the game with Norwegian Bliss bringing onboard go karts, laser tag, interactive shows, food options, and lots of observation areas which makes it perfect for Alaska. Thoughts or questions? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Sun, 6 May 2018
We talk with Carnival Cruise Line brand ambassador John Heald about the newest cruise ship Carnival Horizon, ask him some of your questions and find out what's new. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news on:
Thoughts or questions? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net More cruise news and insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 3 May 2018
We get a review of Carnival Horizon. Carnival Horizon is the newest and largest ship of Carnival Cruise Line. Debuting in April 2018, Horizon has 16 dining options and over a dozen bars to choose from. Plus, a lot of activities inside and out. Be sure to check out our trip reports from the journey. Read all of them here. Questions or comments? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 26 April 2018
This week we get a review of MSC Meraviglia, a ship that was introduced by MSC Cruises in 2016. Dr. Kris gives us a comprehensive review of the ship, his thoughts on the layout, the ports of call, and how the service was sailing MSC Cruises in the western Mediterranean. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news on:
Thoughts or comments? Email: doug@cruiseradio.net More cruise industry news and insight at www.cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 19 April 2018
On this week's episode of Cruise Radio, we are broadcasting straight from Carnival Cruise Line's newest ship, Carnival Horizon. We discuss Horizon's differences from Carnival Vista and the new barbecue smokehouse and brewhouse onboard with Carnival's president Christine Duffy. Eddie Allen, the Vice President of Beverage Operations joins us to talk about the brewery onboard, as well as some of Carnival's most popular cocktails. Chris Owen from Chris Cruises also stops by to discuss his first impressions of the ship and help answer some listener questions. |
Mon, 16 April 2018
On this bonus episode, we get a review from Joe on his 12-night Baltic cruise on Holland America's Zuiderdam. Plus we answer some of your shore excursion questions. Thoughts or comments? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net In-depth cruise industry news and coverage at https://cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 12 April 2018
Chris recently returned from a five-night Western Caribbean cruise aboard the newly refurbished Disney Magic. We chat about Marvel Days at Sea, the newly refurbished ship, and her overall thoughts on this Disney Cruise Line ship. Sherry has cruise news on:
Listener Question: My husband and I are divorced and I want to take my son on a cruise for his 14th birthday. His father was cool with him going, and is now is being a jerk and saying he won't sign for him to go. Do you have any suggestions or is there a way around this? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net Find cruise news and industry insights at https://cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 5 April 2018
We get a review of the newly refurbished Carnival Elation. In fall 2017, the ship underwent a massive refurbishment that added close to 100 balcony staterooms, Vista Suites, a Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, and other Fun Ship enhancements. Sherry has cruise news on:
Listener Question: My husband and I are cruising this summer and are debt free. We have one credit card but it's only for emergencies. I'm reading where the cruise line puts a hold on debit cards on embarkation day. Is there another option instead of handing over my bank card? Shannon - Johnsontown, PA Thoughts or review? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 29 March 2018
We get a review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Pearl on a cruise out of New Orleans. Sherry has cruise news:
Listener Question: I am booked on an upcoming Carnival cruise through reduced deposit promotion. Did a dummy booking and my cruise went down $125. I called Carnival and they could not find that price. What would you do?- Jean Questions or review? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 22 March 2018
Hear a review of Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Silhouette. A seven-night Eastern Caribbean sailing from Fort Lauderdale. Sherry has cruise news:
Listener Question What happens to your luggage when they check it at the pier? Question or cruise review? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 15 March 2018
Jon 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:
Listener Question: My husband don't want to get a passport. Help! Thoughts or suggestions? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 8 March 2018
We 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:
Question or comments? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 1 March 2018
Tim 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.
Cruise Awards Cruise Critic recently revealed their 2018 Cruiser's Choice awards. These awards are voted by members of the site's cruising community. Colleen McDaniel, Senior Executive Editor of CruiseCritic.com stops by to share a few of the winners with us. You can get a rundown of all the winners by clicking here. Listener Questions:
Questions or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net
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Sat, 24 February 2018
Adam 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? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 22 February 2018
We get a review of a Disney Cruise Line's Disney Magic. Stewart has cruise news on:
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? Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 22 February 2018
We 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? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 15 February 2018
On 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:
Listener Question: What's the quickest way to disembark Oasis of the Seas? We are worried that it will be a mess with nearly 6,000 other cruisers trying to get off at the same time. - Phil, Tampa Questions or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 8 February 2018
We 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: doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 1 February 2018
A 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: Thoughts or comments? Email: doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 25 January 2018
We 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:
Listener Question: Booking a future cruise and not knowing who you are going to bring. Thoughts or suggestions? Email me: doug@cruiseradio. |
Thu, 18 January 2018
We get a Western Caribbean cruise review of Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Breeze from Galveston. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news:
Listener Qs: What are the highlights of transiting the Panama Canal? - Nicholas, SD Will my travel agent get mad if I ask her to adjust my price drop? I know she makes her money on commission. I feel bad. - Cindy, CT Thoughts or comments? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 11 January 2018
Some 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:
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Sat, 6 January 2018
When 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: doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 4 January 2018
We 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! doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 28 December 2017
We 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:
Listener Question: How do I know what cruise will have fewer kids, is it the cruise line itself, the ship, or the time of year? David, CA Comments or suggestions? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net
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Sun, 24 December 2017
‘Twas the night before the cruise, when all through the house The kids’ luggage was set by the back door with care, The children were nestled all snug in their beds, In the morning we got up and got coffee and fraps, When we got on the ship we avoided the clatter, Away to Guy’s Burgers we flew like a flash, The sun on the breast of the blue ocean waves When, what to my wondering eyes should appear, At the site of him, someone beside me yelled, More rapid than eagles the cruisers they came, “Now Sunshine! now, Glory! now, Pride and Sensation! To the Caribbean and to three ports of call; Some cruisers stood by and waved their goodbyes, So up to the lido deck the cruisers they flew, And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the deck As I signed my receipt and left an extra tip, He was dressed in his swimsuit, ready for the slides, A bag full of sunscreen he had flung on his back, His eyes-how they twinkled! His dimples, how merry! His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, As the senior cruise director of the whole Carnival fleet, He had a broad face and he loved the food at the deli, He was funny and kind, a right jolly old man, A wink of his eye and a twist of his head, He spoke not a word, but went back to his work, He planned out the bingos, the trivias, the shows, He then sprang to the mic, to his team gave a shout, But I heard him exclaim, ‘ere we sailed out of sight, |
Thu, 21 December 2017
This week we get a detailed review of Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Reflection in the Mediterranean. Stewart has cruise news on:
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Thoughts or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 14 December 2017
Greg 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:
Shelly from Cruising Excursions answers your questions on Mediterranean cruise shore excursions. Thoughts or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Wed, 6 December 2017
Richard 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:
Listener Question: When will St. Maarten be 100 percent recovered? Steve - Dallas Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net
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Wed, 29 November 2017
Scott 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:
Listener Question: Going to the Western Caribbean next summer on Royal Caribbean and trying to decide between a passport card and a passport book - are there any advantages of one over the other? Carl - Detroit Question or comment? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Wed, 22 November 2017
This 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.
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Wed, 15 November 2017
Ed 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:
Question: We're taking our first family cruise in 2018 and need help with selecting a balcony stateroom. The wife and I usually get an inside stateroom but with four of us, we're gonna need more room. I'm wading through a dozen different balcony room categories. How do I know which one will be big enough? We're torn between Oasis and Harmony of the Seas. - Thomas, Davenport Questions or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 9 November 2017
This 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:
Listener Questions: 1. What is the difference between ship's time and local time? 2. How to contact the ship if there is an emergency and need to connect with a stateroom. Question or comment? doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 2 November 2017
We 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:
Listener questions about a passenger with mobility issues and how accessible the private island with a wheelchair. Also about being lactose intolerant and cruising. With Norwegian Breakaway heading to the Baltic next year, we've been getting a lot of shore excursion questions on Northern Europe. Shelly from CruisingExcursions.com stops by to answer your Baltic cruise questions. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 26 October 2017
We 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:
Thoughts or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 19 October 2017
We 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:
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Thu, 12 October 2017
This 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? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 12 October 2017
We 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. |
Thu, 5 October 2017
Don 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: Thoughts or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 28 September 2017
Sarah 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:
Comments or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 21 September 2017
Jessica 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:
Thoughts or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 14 September 2017
We 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? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Sun, 10 September 2017
We 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 in the path of the storm. We also link up with a guest who is currently onboard Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas, sailing a seven-night western Caribbean cruise. Due to Hurricane Irma, the ship has been forced to extend its sailing and will be returning to Port Canaveral a few days late. We get a glimpse of life onboard and how everyone is holding up. Matt from Royal Caribbean Blog stops by to answer some questions about the cruise contract and passenger bill of rights during hurricanes, he chats with us about where cruise ships go during the storm, and what Royal Caribbean used Enchantment of the Seas for during the storm. John Heald aired a Facebook Live video on Saturday evening to people impacted and in the way of Hurricane Irma. Becky Smith is a travel agent who is rebooking a lot of clients who were scheduled to sail this past week. Becky chats with us about the reasons to use a travel agent (especially during hurricane season), how the cruise lines are compensating guests that are impacted by the storm, what particulars travel insurance would cover in a hurricane, and what you should know about booking a cruise during hurricane season. |
Thu, 7 September 2017
On 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:
Thoughts or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 31 August 2017
We 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 me: doug@cruiseradio.net |
Mon, 28 August 2017
We 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 or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 24 August 2017
This 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.
Thoughts or review? Email me doug@cruiseradio.net. EDITED TO REMOVE TROPICAL STORM STORY ON AUG 24.
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Thu, 17 August 2017
We 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:
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Questions or have a review? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 10 August 2017
We 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:
Listener Questions
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Thu, 3 August 2017
We 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:
Link Mentioned: Unscripted interview on Always Be Booked Podcast Thoughts or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 27 July 2017
Mitchell 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 the most popular cruise ports in every region. Ashley stops by to give us some of the highlights. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news:
Article link mentioned: Show thoughts or suggestions? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Mon, 24 July 2017
One 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. Thoughts? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 20 July 2017
We 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:
Answered a listener question about pre-paying gratuities and why it sometimes works out in your favor. Share your review: doug@cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 13 July 2017
We 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:
Cruise lately? Come share your review. doug@cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 6 July 2017
Dr. 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:
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Mon, 3 July 2017
Vickie 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? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 29 June 2017
A 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:
Do you like to panel/debate format? Let me know: doug@cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 22 June 2017
On 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:
Would love to get your cruise review: doug@cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 15 June 2017
This 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:
Thoughts or comments? doug@cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 8 June 2017
Kerry just returned from a 14-night cruise aboard Celebrity Eclipse out of Miami. This sailing was a bit longer than he was used to but he had a wonderful time with so many ports and days at sea. Kerry covers his impressions of Celebrity Eclipse, the dining, his stateroom, and the exotic ports of call. Sherry has cruise news:
Share your cruise review on air: doug@cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 1 June 2017
Did you know that maritime law requires a cruise ship to go into dry dock every five years? Neither did I. Disney Cruise Line's Disney Fantasy just got out of a two-week dry dock where she underwent massive renovations and was reimagined. Nancy Schretter was one of the first passengers onboard when the ship got back to Port Canaveral and goes into detail about the dry dock enhancements and how the ship is today. Also, we hear about Castaway Cay. Sherry has cruise news on:
Suggestions or thoughts, email me: doug@cruiseradio.net.
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Thu, 25 May 2017
Ryan and Lauren just returned from an eight night Southern Caribbean cruise on Carnival Sunshine from Port Canaveral, Florida. They give us their thoughts of the ship, what they thought of the dining, the itinerary, and overall layout of Carnival Sunshine. Turns out you shouldn't believe everything you read in the online reviews. Sherry Kennedy drops by to tell us five things we need to know about Carnival Cruise Line. One takeaway I got is that Carnival Cruise Line has the largest inside staterooms at sea. Email me your cruise reviews or questions: doug@cruiseradio.net.
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Thu, 18 May 2017
We caught up with former Tonight Show host and comedian Jay Leno, before he performed on a Carnival cruise ship in Cozumel, Mexico. Jay Leno gives me his thoughts on the ship, what he thinks of cruising, cars and some stories from the road. Matt Mitcham is the cruise director on Carnival Vista. We caught up with him on our sailing to find out a little about his background, how Carnival Vista has evolved over the past year, and what the partnership with Spike TV's Lip Sync Battle was like. Also, he preps us with dances for your next sailing. Ever wonder what the difference is between the Eastern and Western Caribbean? We discuss how both sides of the Caribbean differ and talk about our recent six-night Western Caribbean sailing to Jamaica, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel. Email me your thoughts: doug@cruiseradio.net.
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Thu, 11 May 2017
We get a review of Disney Cruise Line's Disney Magic. This wasn't an ordinary Disney sailing though, this cruise was one of their Frozen cruises (from the popular Disney movie) and sailed to the Norwegian Fjords. We get a bow to stern review of the ship, the experience, and the ports of call. Stewart has cruise news on: Carnival extending sailings from Mobile Carnival Jubilee getting scrapped Ovation of the Seas cruises canceled for an unscheduled dry dock Celebrity Constellation will head to dry dock HAL launches Navigator app Your feedback and reviews are always appreciated: doug@cruiseradio.net. |
Thu, 4 May 2017
Matt from Royal Caribbean Blog gives us five things we need to know about Royal Caribbean. Tony joins us this week to give his review of Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas. Shelia and Jackie from CruisingExcursions.com give us some things to do when sailing in the Baltic and the Mediterranean. Send me your feedback: doug@cruiseradio.net |
Mon, 1 May 2017
On this week's bonus episode, we sit down and have a conversation with former cruise line executive, Art Sbarksky. I first met Art on Norwegian Epic back in 2010, and we've seen each other all around the world since. Since retiring from the cruise industry, Art writes and reviews cruise ship. At last count, he has sailed 119 cruises. Art and I talk about: The value of cruising His tenure at Crystal Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, and Norwegian Cruise Line Freestyle cruising Cruise ships in Alaska Norwegian Bliss in Alaska Lifeguards on cruise ships What do you think of these bonus episodes? Whatever your thoughts are, let me know. You can always email me, doug@cruiseradio.net. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 27 April 2017
This show is dedicated to Jeff. Rest in peace, my friend. Brad and his wife just returned from a Hawaii sailing on Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America. Pride of America spends the whole year sailing the Hawaiian islands on seven-night voyages. Brad gives us pre-cruise information, what it was like getting to Hawaii, the whole cruising experience, and the excursions he did. Stewart Chiron has cruise news on:
Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 20 April 2017
This week Ben review's Carnival Carnival Line's newest and hottest cruise ship, Carnival Vista. Ben sailed on a six-night Western Caribbean cruise that went to Cozumel, Ocho Rios, and Grand Cayman. We get a comprehensive review of the ship, what he did once on board, the cruise ship dining, and entertainment. Ben also touches on some cool excursions he did while in the Western Caribbean. If you have a gluten free allergy, chances are you have to be very careful with what you eat - and being on a cruise is no exception. Lauren has a gluten allergy and joins us to talk about what it's like sailing with a gluten free allergy and how the cruise lines accommodate her. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net
Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net |
Mon, 17 April 2017
Today's bonus episode is a review of Holland America's ms Westerdam on a seven-night Mexican Riviera voyage. Bruce bought his girlfriend onboard, who was a first-time cruiser. We discuss the dining, entertainment, ports of call, stateroom, and how his girlfriend liked her very first cruise to Mexico! |
Thu, 13 April 2017
We get a review from Richard on his seven-night Florida-Bahamas cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas. We discuss everything from embarkation, first impressions of this ship, food, the entertainment and ports. This is the first time Richard has sailed with Royal Caribbean, so he has a lot to say! Cruise Guy has cruise news on:
Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net
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Thu, 6 April 2017
We get a review of Princess Cruises' Caribbean Princess cruise. Caribbean Princess is having a major dry dock renovation in April 2017, but this episode was too detailed not to air. We get a comprehensive review of the dining, the public areas, the ABC islands, and what the vibe on the ship was like during this sailing. Stewart has cruise news on:
Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net |
Thu, 30 March 2017
We get a review from a four-night sailing on Carnival Cruise Line's Fantasy-class Carnival Imagination. The ship recently underwent a dry dock, getting some Fun Ship 2.0 enhancements like Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, Alchemy Bar and others. Sherri gives us a comprehensive review. Sherry Kennedy has cruise news on:
Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net
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