Kirk just returned from a seven-night Alaska cruise on Celebrity Millennium from Seattle, Washington. We get a full review of sailing Alaska in 2021 and if cruising to the last frontier is different. Richard Simms has cruise news: Carnival backtracks on pierside pre-cruise testing Royal Caribbean pulls a cruise ship from China, moves to the US Proposed Alaska bill would stop mandatory Canadian port calls MSC Cruises returns to Divina from Port Canaveral A beer company is teaming up with cruise l...
Sep 23, 2021•36 min
Carter and his wife recently returned from a cruise aboard one of MSC’s newer ships, MSC Meraviglia. In this interview, they talk to us about the boarding process, dining, entertainment, and how MSC has adjusted things since COVID. They also detail their experience on MSC’s private island in the Bahamas, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. Richard Simms has cruise news: Virgin Voyages's Scarlet Lady is back in the USA Carnival Cruise Line revamps its Have Fun. Be Safe. policies for the casino One-thir...
Sep 16, 2021•45 min
In August, Daniel and his eight-year-old daughter took a four-night cruise aboard Disney Dream — their first cruise in 20 months. He joins us on the show to discuss how embarkation differed from the last time he sailed, the dining experience, the entertainment quality, and the sailing’s double-dip at Disney’s private island Castaway Cay. 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 insi...
Sep 09, 2021•26 min
In the episode, we interview Kerry about his seven-night Western Caribbean cruise aboard Norwegian Gem. This was the first Norwegian Cruise Line ship to depart Florida since the shutdown in March 2020. Kerry also discusses what life was like on board during the seven-night voyage and the kind of health protocols the company has in place. We also learn what it was like being in the Caribbean while a hurricane is spinning around. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Want daily cruise news? ...
Sep 02, 2021•27 min
Cruise writer Dave Monk recently took one of Virgin Voyages’ first revenue sailings ever out of Portsmouth, England. Sailing a four-night “cruise to nowhere” aboard the line’s first ship, Scarlet Lady, he had plenty of time to explore and check out its various offerings. In this interview, he offers his impressions of this trip vs. his first time on board last year, the dining options, whether the ship REALLY doesn’t have a buffet, and what amenities the ship has for passengers to enjoy. Dave al...
Aug 26, 2021•35 min
Today we get a review of Celebrity Equinox. This is Celebrity Cruises' second cruise ship sailing from Florida. The cruise was a seven-night sailing to the Eastern Caribbean. This was a last-minute cruise for John and his wife, booking just a week before the ship set sail. We get a comprehensive review of the ship, the itinerary, and health protocols as ships return to sailing again. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast fe...
Aug 19, 2021•27 min
Ashley Kosciolek from The Points Guy, and Doug answer listener questions about Carnival Cruise Line's newest mega-ship Mardi Gras. Richard has cruise news on: The latest in the Florida and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) lawsuit Disney Cruise Line returning to sailing Mardi Gras completes inaugural voyage Carnival Cruise Line changes health protocols in August First Cunard Line ship returns to service Question: How do we know the protocols in each port of call we visit. Thoughts or questio...
Aug 12, 2021•53 min
A sneak look at Carnival Cruise Line's maiden voyage of Mardi Gras, the ship that holds the same name as the company's first vessel in 1972. 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 . Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon...
Aug 05, 2021•28 min
We talk with former cruise line executive Art Sbarsky about the cruising industry restart and talk shop about moves the cruise lines are doing to earn extra revenue. Richard Simms has cruise news: It's been a long 16 months but a lot of ships are back into service The UK greenlights international cruises The CDC and Florida lawsuit drags on — has it ended yet? Norwegian has finally returned to sailing Disney has announced new testing protocols Bimini island gets first Carnival ship call Question...
Jul 29, 2021•52 min
This week we get a review of Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas. This was a four-night cruise that called to private island Perfect Day at CocoCay and Nassau, Bahamas. Freedom is one of the Royal Caribbean was one of the ships that conducted a simulated voyage so it could allow more unvaccinated guests to board, most of them being families with kids under 12. Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy is sailing in the Aegean Sea on Celebrity Apex this week. We catch up with him while on a sea day between...
Jul 22, 2021•25 min
This week are sailing on the first Carnival Cruise Line ship from Florida. This was a six-night Eastern Caribbean cruise from PortMiami to Amber Cove and private island Half Moon Cay. We speak with: Carnival Cruise Line President, Christine Duffy Brand Ambassador John Heald VP of Beverage Operations, Eddie Allen 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...
Jul 15, 2021•50 min
Just back from Celebrity Cruises' first ship revenue sailing back from the United States that took place aboard Celebrity Edge. This was a seven-night Western Caribbean sailing to Mexico and Nassau, Bahamas. In this show we talk about how cruising is different, how is it the same, and what are the major changes. 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...
Jul 08, 2021•34 min
This week we broadcast from Celebrity Cruises' first ship to sail from the United States in 15-months, Celebrity Edge. Royal Caribbean Group CEO Richard Fain joins us on the program, along with Stewart Chirson the Cruise Guy. 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....
Jul 01, 2021•21 min
This week we talk to Nick who just returned from the very first Royal Caribbean sailing open to U.S. guests from Nassau, Bahamas. He details the process of flying to the Bahamas from Florida, the health protocols in place both in port and onboard, and how the cruising experience compared to pre-COVID times. Richard has cruise news: The state of Florida won the lawsuit against the CDC — What's next? The first simulated sailing has officially been completed, what are we hearing? Carnival announced...
Jun 24, 2021•39 min
This week we get a review of Celebrity Millennium. This was the first North American cruise for Celebrity that was open to residents of the United States. The cruise took an interesting turn when two guests onboard the ship tested positive. Luckily, all turned out good and in the end, it proved that the protocols the cruise line has in place worked. Richard has cruise news: Last week it was Celebrity Cruises, this week it's Royal Caribbean that set sail on its first journey welcoming US guests. ...
Jun 17, 2021•35 min
We check in with Stewart Chiron who is sailing aboard Celebrity Millennium this week from St. Maarten. This is the first cruise open to U.S. residents. We get a glimpse of life at sea, what it's like cruising in 2021, and what about the buffets? Staff writer Richard Simms also discusses Celebrity Cruises' new vaccination policy. Richard has cruise news: The first Caribbean cruise ship to welcome U.S. guests has sailed Another ships has been cleared to sail from Florida Carnival announces Caribbe...
Jun 10, 2021•29 min
This week we’ve put together a very special episode of Cruise Radio to honor and celebrate the life of ‘The Love Boat’ actor Gavin MacLeod, who passed away on May 29 at the age of 90. Best known as Captain Stubing. You’ll hear from a variety of individuals in the cruise industry who were personally impacted by MacLeod throughout the years, and have the chance to listen to an interview I did with him aboard Royal Princess in 2013. We here at Cruise Radio are grateful for the legacy he’s left behi...
Jun 03, 2021•25 min
We get a preview of the first cruise to return to the sea from the UK in 14-months. Journalist Dave Monk just returned from a four-night sailing. He discusses the protocols onboard, what dining, the buffets, and the mask situation are like onboard. Sherry Laskin has cruise news on: Royal Caribbean gets permission to cruise A tone of optimism from cruise line executives The Alaska Tourism Restoration Act passes A cavalcade of cruise lines intends to sail Alaska this summer Carnival has outlined i...
May 27, 2021•43 min
Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy stops by to unpack the latest developments from the CDC as well as the state of Florida's lawsuit against the agency. Sherry has cruise news on: Judge speaks on State of Florida vs CDC lawsuit Royal Caribbean has made some changes for summer cruises Alaska cruise bill passes in the Senate, next up is the House Carnival's new ship is heading to Florida very soon Disney Cruise Line details upcoming ship Wish Norwegian Cruise Line shares more about upcoming Norwegian P...
May 20, 2021•23 min
As cruise lines prepare to resume sailings again, we are getting more and more questions about ships, destinations, casinos, and news ships that will be debuting over the next few years. Sherry has cruise news: Good news for cruisers who don't want to wear a mask at the beach. Carnival Cruise Line Cancels sailings through July 31, 2021. Norwegian Cruise Line details new cruise ship that will debut in 2022. Holland America Line ship completes sea trials. Norwegian Holdings donate $10 million to A...
May 13, 2021•30 min
To avoid going completely insane during the industry shutdown, I decided to take a land cruise across America. Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network interviews me about the road trip to Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, and the Petrified Forest National Park. If you're looking for cruise news this week, be sure to check out the daily Cruise Radio News Briefs where you listen to your favorite podcasts or on the Cruise Radio YouTube Channel. Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net Want dai...
May 06, 2021•42 min
We answer your cruise questions: what type of cabin should I book? How do I know what cruise line to pick? Should I buy the stateroom upgrade? Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy stops by the unpack the CDC lawsuit and what is happening in Washington DC and Atlanta with 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....
Apr 29, 2021•30 min
Travel insurance is more important than ever now. And policies have changed during the pandemic. Some items that used to be covered may not be covered, as well as certain clauses have been put in place. And finally, what you should you know and consider before booking your next travel insurance policy. Sherry has cruise news: The CDC has raised its warning against traveling to the Bahamas. Royal Caribbean introduces a new neighborhood aboard Wonder of the Seas . The game of tug of war continues ...
Apr 22, 2021•38 min
We talk in detail about Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas. This is one of Royal Caribbean's first ships sailing for US residents. Where are the quiet spots, how does it manage passenger flow and any special spots that stick out. Sherry has cruise news on: The CDC has changed some rather important guidance. Florida is heated and things could get there in Alaska More cancellations A big payday for one cruise line executive A royal ship plans to move to the west coast sooner than expected Liste...
Apr 15, 2021•28 min
A review of Royal Caribbean's former cruise ship Empress of the Seas that took place on the vessel's very last sailing with the company. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Carnival Cruise Line has canceled more sailings. Phase two guidance was released from CDC, what did we learn? Norwegian Cruise Line is taking its ships offshore, following Royal Caribbean's lead. Royal Caribbean has taken delivery of its newest cruise ship. We've been talking about this for years and it looks like Venice is finall...
Apr 08, 2021•27 min
We compare and contract cruise vacations to all-inclusive resorts. What is the difference between the two? How are they similar? We get a full over of everything from the stay, dining, excursions, and the overall experience itself. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: Two more Royal Caribbean ships open up for US Bookings A cruise industry trade group starts a campaign to restart cruising Florida's governor met with cruise line executives down in your neck of the woods on Friday Carnival made a bold s...
Apr 01, 2021•36 min
The show must go on for cruise lines, whether the CDC likes it or not. If Nassau, Bahamas or Bermuda isn't your cup of tea, you can head further south. Some positive news from the White House regarding the future of travel in general. More summer cruise for UK cruisers. It was touch and go for an American river cruise ship late last week A close call for a Disney Cruise Line and the Victory casino ship. Q: Long-time listener here wondering IF the cruise ship restrictions voted on in Key West sta...
Mar 25, 2021•16 min
This week we catch up with Sherry Laskin with a busy week of cruise news. Sherry has news on: The first major cruise line sailing from the United States will now require a vaccination More uncertainty for the already struggling Alaska cruise season Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings drops the ax on June 2021 sailings A scary incident aboard a MSC cruise line ship. Two U.S. river cruise lines are back to sailing again Royal Caribbean deploys a ship in Los Angelos in 2022 Listener Question #1: What's ...
Mar 18, 2021•16 min
What have you been doing since the cruise industry shutdown? We catch up with listener Tommy to see what he's been doing and what are some of the first things he'll do once he gets back to sea. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: One cruise line is looking to homeport in Cozumel. And speaking of Cozumel, a gulf coast port is about to receive a big ship. Here is one for you, Sherry. One cruise line is giving away a transatlantic voyage for two. Port Canaveral continues to gear up for the arrival of Ca...
Mar 11, 2021•32 min
Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy catches us up to date with some of the decisions the cruise lines have made over the past few months and what the landscape is starting to look like as we start to move into the spring and summer 2021 cruise season. Sherry has cruise news: Two more cruise lines delay sailings into 2021 The U.S. Transportation Committee asks Canada to help save the Alaska cruise season Grand Cayman considers limiting the number of cruise ships The upcoming Royal ship will debut in a...
Mar 04, 2021•31 min
