Carnival Cruise Line released return-to-cruise protocols, then hours later it was rescinded. We break down what the rules initially said and why they were quickly taken down. Some of the protocols touched on gaming, swimming, and onboard activities. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: More cruise line cancellations Vaccines are paving the way for future cruise bookings MSC detailed some features on a ship that is coming to Miami Miami is going green One luxury cruise line will require a shot in the a...
Feb 25, 2021•23 min
A review of Seabourn Sojourn on an 11-night sailing from Vancouver, BC to Anchorage, Alaska on a luxury cruise line. Find out what the difference is between a regular Alaska cruise and taking the luxury route. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Norwegian Cruise Line cancels sailings through June 1, 2020 Nassau, Bahamas says cruise ships could start doing test voyages there as early as the spring Royal Caribbean is requiring crew members to be vaccinated Royal is also remaining bullish on the 2021 Al...
Feb 18, 2021•45 min
We get a review of a cruise aboard Norwegian Epic. This was a seven-night sailing from Rome that hit all the popular ports of call. We learn what it is like sailing Norwegian Cruise Line in Europe and how it differs, if at all, from sailing in the Caribbean. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Carnival reveals details about a space onboard the upcoming Mardi Gras Carnival publishes return to cruise protocols early, then pulls them off the website. Mexico is suggesting that some cruise lines homeport ...
Feb 11, 2021•37 min
What will be some of the pros and cons of being the first cruise ship back to sea. Staff writer Richard Simms weighs in on what guests will have to look out for and what we know so far about the return-to-cruise process. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Two US-based river cruise lines will now require the COVID vaccine for crew and guests. Carnival Cruise Line breaks ground on a new cruise terminal at PortMiami. NCL is sending crew members back home until they get more guidance on resuming sailing...
Feb 04, 2021•26 min
We get a review of Princess Cruises' Sky Princess. This was a 14-night cruise that consisted of a back-to-back seven-night to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, stopping at all the popular islands. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is getting closer to having all crew members vaccinated Carnival Cruise Line delays a few dry docks and pushes the inaugural sailing of Mardi Gras One cruise ship goes from one cruise line to another The cancellations already start for the ...
Jan 28, 2021•31 min
Over the past few weeks, we've spent quite a bit of time talking about the health and safety protocols that are going to be put in place when sailing resumes. But one thing we haven't really discussed is what the port situation will be like and how it will impact cruising. Joining me to dive into this a little deeper is staff writer Richard Simms. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Royal Caribbean sells a cruise brand Norwegian Cruise Line extends its cancellations Two former Carnival Cruise Line sh...
Jan 21, 2021•24 min
An Alaskan cruise on the Alaska Marine Highway System this past fall. How much is this like a real cruise ship? We find out. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Two more cruise lines have announced cancellations Popular cruise director trades sea for land The ruling on banning large cruise ships could be overturned European brands adds new ship during shutdown Carnival earnings report shows big loss Listener Q: When cruising finally does resume (whenever that might be), do you anticipate that proof o...
Jan 14, 2021•38 min
Is the cruise industry getting a fair shake by media outlets? We discuss a land-side outbreak that received minimal coverage while the cruise industry continues to get hammered. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Carnival Cruise Line cancels more cruises in 2021 Cruise ships are starting to make their way back to the west coast Viking Cruises announces the godmother of an upcoming ship A 55-year-old ship is getting scrapped Carnival earn a few more travel awards in 2020 Listener Question: Is there a...
Jan 07, 2021•27 min
Cruise news with Doug Parker and Sherry Laskin. Happy New Year! Date: January 2, 2021
Jan 03, 2021•8 min
The final show of 2020 brings the year full circle. We talk with a handful of cruisers and industry experts on the positives that came from the proverbial year from hell. Carnival Cruise Line's Brand Ambassador John Heald, Sheri from Cruise Tips TV, Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network, Matt from Royal Caribbean Blog, Cruise Radio Staff Writer Richards Simms, Cruise Writer Ashley Kosciolek, and Cruise Radio Listener Dr. Kris all drop by to share their thoughts of 2020. - Thoughts or qu...
Dec 31, 2020•36 min
We talk about seven of the hottest ships debuting in 2020. Sherry has cruise news: Carnival Cruise Line's Mardi Gras was officially delivered Royal Caribbean sells two cruise ships Royal Caribbean gives $40 million in loans to travel agents The bitcoin cruise ship is headed to the scrapyard Costa Cruises debuts a new cruise ship Listener Question: Should we park at the port or an offsite lot?
Dec 24, 2020•29 min
Norwegian Cruise Line Holding's CEO Frank Del Rio has been tossing the idea of all cruise guests receiving an immunity passport. Basically, you would have to receive the COVID-19 vaccine to cruise. Is that legal? Are cruise lines allowed to do that? We discuss. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Carnival Panorama is headed back to North America Virgin Voyages delays both new ships into 2021 NCL looking to make guests get a vaccine to cruise You can lease a cruise cabin by the day, week or month Prin...
Dec 17, 2020•31 min
John Phillips from KABC in Los Angeles drops by in-studio to talk about his thoughts on cruising, when he thinks it will resume, and the cruising situation out in California. Date: December 13, 2020
Dec 13, 2020•19 min
A seven-night review of Norwegian Epic from San Juan, Puerto Rico that was taken in early 2020. Sherry has cruise news: Carnival delays dry dock for three ships Carnival Breeze comes back to Florida Royal Caribbean debuts contact-tracing bracelet First Royal Caribbean back has a COVID scare Norwegian goes fleet-wide with clear air units Listener Question: Should we take the future cruise credit or the full refund for our canceled cruise? -- Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Want daily ...
Dec 10, 2020•37 min
Most of us just accept the cruise contract and go on with our cruise vacation. But did you know there are some items buried in the ticket contract, otherwise known as the Contract of Carriage? We break down nine surprises you may find hidden in your long cruise ticket contract. Sherry has cruise news: Royal Caribbean has officially started cruising again Carnival gave some good news for cruisers with canceled sailings Cruise line gives away drink package to qualified guests Royal Caribbean's nex...
Dec 03, 2020•29 min
A review of Norwegian Jade. This was not your average Norwegian Cruise Line sailing. The annual Star Trek cruise went to where no man has gone before. We get a comprehensive review of the cruise ship, the theme cruise, and the ports of call this ship went. Sherry has cruise news: The first ship to permanently return to Miami during the shutdown has arrived. CDC elevates travel warning but nothing new Disney Cruise Line delays returning to service in 2021 The shutdown isn't slowing down shipbuild...
Nov 26, 2020•37 min
A seven-night review of Carnival Panorama. As of 2020, this is the newest Vista-class cruise ship for Carnival Cruise Line. The seven-night Mexican Riveria cruises sailed from Long Beach, California. We get a detailed review from embarkation, the sailing experience, to the ports of call that were visited. Sherry has cruise news: SeaDream Yacht Club was forced to cancel the rest of its 2020 Caribbean season Carnival Cruise Line cancels sailings through January 2021 Royal Caribbean had an overwhel...
Nov 19, 2020•34 min
A review of Celebrity Equinox for a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise. This was the last sailing the Equinox did before the shutdown. We get a review of the ship, the onboard experience, and what it was like sailing on the last voyage before the shutdown. Richard has cruise news: Carnival Cruise Line removed cruises longer than seven-nights off its website - what does this mean? One cruise line is going for a more all-inclusive experience Norwegian Cruise Line released earnings this week — wh...
Nov 12, 2020•53 min
A 2020 review of Norwegian Breakaway to the Eastern Caribbean. This was a seven-night honeymoon cruise was from PortMiami. On top of it being the start of a new life, this was the husband's first time ever on a cruise ship. We get a comprehensive review of the ports of call, the dining, entertainment, and the overall cruise experience. Richard has cruise news: Cruise lines are now part of the 2020 cancel culture The no-sail order has expired, but now we have a conditional sail order in its place...
Nov 05, 2020•39 min
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control announced on Friday that they would be lifting the no sail order on October 31. Cruise industry analyst Stewart Chiron stops by to break down what happens next and how long will it be until cruise ships will actually sail again in North America? Date: November 1, 2020
Nov 01, 2020•21 min
A review of Carnival Glory. This was a seven-night sailing to Key West and the Bahamas from New Orleans. We get all the highlights of this Caribbean cruise plus a review of the Chef's Table. Richard has cruise news on: Carnival starts restaffing ships Florida's governor onboard for reopening the cruise industry Virgin Voyages axes another round of sailings Alaska's state representative wants to change legislation to save the cruise industry Another cruise in Europe was sent packing for dipping o...
Oct 29, 2020•30 min
Have you ever wanted to live on a cruise ship? It can now happen. An entrepreneur in Panama bought a Carnival Corporation cruise ship that was for sale and is turning it into floating condos at sea. We learn all about this deal and how you can bid on a condo at sea starting at $25,000. Richard has cruise news on: A Federal Judge tries to delay Carnival Corporation from returning to service Royal Caribbean outlines what returning to cruise will look like in Asia Royal Caribbean trademark a device...
Oct 22, 2020•27 min
A five-night cruise out of Miami on Disney Cruise Line's Disney Magic. The cruise went out of PortMiami to the Bahamas. We get a comprehensive review of the ship and what Marvel at Sea days are like. This was the very last cruise for Disney before the cruise industry shutdown in the United States. Richard has cruise news on: Carnival Cruise Line also extended cancellations through November 2020 Mardi Gras completes sea trials in the Baltic Sea Celebrity Apex arrives the Bahamas and readies for c...
Oct 15, 2020•48 min
Take a luxury cruise to the Baltic this week aboard Silversea Cruises' Silver Spirit. This was an 11-night Baltic Cruise. Richard has cruise news on: The CDC extends no sail order More Caribbean cruise cancellations Mandatory testing for all cruise passengers and crew New cruise ship heading for North America Cruise ship captain smacks down an internet troll Listener Question: When will we see a more detailed view of what the new health protocols will look like by individual companies? -- Though...
Oct 08, 2020•39 min
This is a seven-night review of Celebrity Summit from San Juan to the Eastern Caribbean. The cruise was expected to sail round trip from Puerto Rico but due to COVID-19, authorities did not let the ship back into San Juan. Instead, the cruise ended in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This seven-night cruise turned into a nine-night. Richard Simms has cruise news: CDC and the cruise ship ban False Alarm on a European ship that resumed service last month. Virgin Voyages pushed their return day back. Carn...
Oct 01, 2020•41 min
Glenn Aprile is a member of the design team for Carnival Cruise Line's upcoming Mardi Gras. Recently they just developed a new atrium concept for the Grand Central zone of the ship. Glenn talks about the design concept and why certain changes were made. Date: September 27, 2020
Sep 27, 2020•9 min
A 7-night review of MSC Seaside. This cruise went to San Juan, St. Maarten, and Nassau, Bahamas. We get a comprehensive review of the ship and the Eastern Caribbean ports of call. Richard Simms has cruise news: Return to cruising plans have been submitted to the CDC Carnival Cruise Line debuts a new atrium for Mardi Gras One of the founders of Norwegian Cruise Line passes Princess Cruises is selling ships Virgin Voyages announced longer itineraries Question: How likely is it that cruises will on...
Sep 24, 2020•36 min
We get behind the scenes look of a cruise terminal and find out what happens on embarkation day, how luggage gets sorted, and what really makes tempers flare at boarding. Date: September 20, 2020
Sep 20, 2020•23 min
A 2020 review of Norwegian Sky. This was a four-night cruise out of PortMiami that went to Nassau, Bahamas, and a scheduled stop at Great Stirrup Cay (which unfortunately was missed because of weather). A new entertainment option was rolled out this week involving cruise directors, we talk with the creators. Richard Simms has cruise news: A handful of ships won't be returning until early 2021 Royal Caribbean says Australian and New Zeland are done until next year Carnival Corporation said they a...
Sep 17, 2020•46 min
Staff writer Richard Simms talks to us about the meeting that PortMiami had about the state of cruising, Carnival Cruise Line ships returning to service in November, and Norwegian Cruise Line delaying a cruise update. Matt Hochberg from Royal Caribbean Blog answers questions on how Royal Caribbean has changed its app to facilitate the future of cruising and brand loyalty programs. Date: September 13, 2020
Sep 13, 2020•22 min
