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: Tragedy on a zip line in the Caribbean Norwegian Bliss add new go-kart pricing Carnival changing...
Jul 12, 2018•30 min
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 .
Jul 08, 2018•2 min
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: Carnival Cruise Line going to another West Coast port Carnival rescuing an NCL crew member that went overboard Holland America ditching another cruise ship Cruise line helping fund a Statue of Liberty museum Listener Q: Where does the crew tips go when you hand them over directly...
Jul 05, 2018•37 min
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 ind...
Jul 02, 2018•27 min
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: Carnival testing out app-based pizza delivery Enchantment of the Seas back in Port Canaveral Celebrity Cruises giving details of new Port Everglades terminal Cruise line ditches solo supplement fee Listener question on ...
Jun 28, 2018•40 min
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....
Jun 25, 2018•29 min
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: Cruise was slapped with a $14,000 data roaming bill Technical issue delays Carnival Magic and cancels a port of call A refurbished Royal Caribbean ship now calls Florida home Royal ...
Jun 21, 2018•31 min
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....
Jun 18, 2018•31 min
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: FEMA chartered a cruise ship for hurricane relief in 2017, and didn't make the most out of it. Holland America's upcoming ship now has a Godmother Carnival will position one of their ships to a new homeport next year. Disney Cruise Line is heading to Canada Hawaii cruises are slowly starting t...
Jun 14, 2018•38 min
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: Royal Caribbean has detailed the pricing on the CocoCay makeover . Norwegian Bliss is finally christened . Norwegian raises the prices on go karts on Bliss . MSC Cruises takes deliv...
Jun 07, 2018•42 min
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: Carnival ship delayed from Tampa for two days Royal Caribbean ship is out of dry dock with the new skypad...
May 31, 2018•41 min
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: Day 1: Getting Ready to Cruise ...
May 26, 2018•20 min
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
May 24, 2018•19 min
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@crui...
May 17, 2018•29 min
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. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitte...
May 10, 2018•40 min
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: Carnival Cruise Line extends contract with Florida port Longest cruise in the world happening in 2019 Alaska cruise season is officially underway Listener Q: How do you call home when in cruise ports? Thoughts or questions? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net More cruise news and insight at www.cruiserad...
May 06, 2018•20 min
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...
May 03, 2018•33 min
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: A cruise ship hitting the pier in Honduras Norwegian Cruise Line's Bliss being delivered Carnival Cruise Line cutting back on the use of straws Listener Question: The best way to stay in touch w...
Apr 26, 2018•32 min
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 impr...
Apr 19, 2018•35 min
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 .
Apr 16, 2018•20 min
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: Norwegian Cruise Line is giving guests a free cruise after the ship was a construction zone during a recent repositioning cruise . Carnival Cruise Line is adding a new late night menu to their newest ship, Carnival Horizon . Carnival Cruise Li...
Apr 12, 2018•41 min
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: Carnival Horizon is officially on her first cruise Royal Caribbean has tightened up their cancellation policy A girl claims she was booted off Disney Cruise Line Listener Question: My husband and I are cruising this summer a...
Apr 05, 2018•35 min
We get a review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Pearl on a cruise out of New Orleans. Sherry has cruise news: World's Largest Cruise Ship is Delivered Royal Caribbean's $900M Royal Amplify program Carnival Paradise Completes Massive Makeover Carnival Cruise Line Adds Photo Packages Norwegian Encore is Open for Bookings Carnival Horizon is delivered Listener Question: I am booked on an upcoming Carnival cruise through reduced deposit promotion. Did a dummy booking and my cruise went down $12...
Mar 29, 2018•31 min
Hear 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 to it Listener Question ...
Mar 22, 2018•38 min
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: 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 suggestions? Email m...
Mar 15, 2018•37 min
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: 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. Celebrity Cruises detai...
Mar 08, 2018•41 min
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. 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 community. Colleen McDa...
Mar 01, 2018•33 min
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
Feb 24, 2018•31 min
We 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? Thoughts or questions? doug@cruis...
Feb 22, 2018•30 min
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...
Feb 22, 2018•20 min
