Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips

Gina Kramer from Cruise Critic just returned from Royal Caribbean's newly refurbished Navigator of the Seas. She gives us a review of the new spaces and what changes the ship saw during the $115-million dry dock. Andrew is onboard the brand new MSC Bellissima and checks in with us on the inaugural cruise. Sherry has cruise news: A scary night for Norwegian Escape Second entree cost on one cruise line Princess Cruises rescues a pilot and passenger from a plane that crashed in the Caribbean Sea Carnival Cruise Line has a new food partnership with Emeril Lagasse Listener question: day pass resorts in Bermuda --- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line isn't your typical cruise line. They have two cruise ships based in Palm Beach, Florida and do two-night cruises to Freeport, Bahamas. One of their ships is an old Carnival Cruise Line ship (Carnival Celebration) and the other is an old Costa Cruises ship (neoClassica). Today's review is of the Grand Classica. We learn how is compares to mass market cruise ship, are the procedures the same, and what the experience was like. Action News Meteorologist Greg Dee answers a question about the high winds that caused a cruise ship delay in New York City. Sherry has cruise news on: Norwegian Cruise Line ship was cut short due to high winds The port of Nassau will get a new cruise pier One cruise line made gratuities mandatory and then reversed it Navigator of the Seas is out of dry dock and ready to sail from Port Miami Carnival Cruise Line adds new dessert menu Listener question on tipping luggage handlers at the pier. --- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

A seven-night Bahamas review of Carnival Pride. Walter took this cruise for his 15th wedding anniversary and booked a suite. We get a full review of this Spirit-class ship, entertainment, and dining. Plus, their port stops in Nassau, Princess Cay, and Freeport, Bahamas. Watch Carnival Pride Tour here. Sherry has cruise news on: Norwegian Cruise Line having issues with Epic Royal Caribbean ordering another mega cruise ship A cruise ship was turned away from Cuba Carnival Cruise Line renews vows across their whole fleet Royal Caribbean Listener Question: What to do in Belize? --- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

This week we get a review of a four-night sailing on Royal Caribbean's Brilliance of the Seas. This was a quick sailing to Cozumel over Super Bowl weekend. We also learn the importance of having travel insurance. Sherry has cruise news on: Carnival's new destination in the Bahamas Princess Cruises putting a waterpark on one of their ships More Virgin Voyages news A Celebrity cruise ship just got a major makeover Listener question comparing Caribbean itineraries and ships. Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a detailed review of MSC Cruises MSC Seaside. This was a seven-night Eastern Caribbean sailing to the Eastern Caribbean. The cruise stopped at San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, and Nassau. This review is from a first time MSC cruiser and packed with great information about the cruise line, the service onboard, and the ship itself. Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

A review of Carnival Cruise Line's New Orleans based Carnival Dream. This was a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise. Sherry has a cruise on: Carnival updates app Carnival new dining plan Royal Caribbean names their new ship and it's headed to the US Holland America christening Virgin Voyages reveal more cabin information Action News Meteorologist drops by to talk about sea fog and the issues it caused in Tampa with Royal Caribbean's Brilliance of the Seas. Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Meteorologist Greg Dees answers the question on why Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line always miss their private island because of weather. And lightning in the Gulf of Mexico. Colleen McDaniel from Cruise Critic joins us to talk about the big winners in their 2018 Editors' Picks Awards. Sherry Laskin has cruise news on: Itineraries for Carnival Cruise Line's new Carnival Mardi Gras Princess Cruises private destination Princess Cays caught fire Virgin Voyages is rolling gratuities into the cruise fare Princess announces the largest balconies at sea Shelly from CruisingExcursions answers some listener questions on some cruisers sailings to Rome, Athens, Mallorca, and Mykonos. Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of Celebrity Infinity this week. This week's guest is a seasoned cruiser but his first time sailing on Celebrity Cruises. This four-night cruise left from Port Everglades and went to Key West and Nassau, and had one sea day. Dan Skilken from TripInsurance.com answers a question about a cruise guest who almost got stuck in Mexico needing emergency surgery. Sherry Laskin has cruise news on: The kid who jumped off a Royal Caribbean cruise ship and lived to tell the story. Virgin Voyages releases rock star cruise suites. MSC Cruises gives us more details about their upcoming island Ocean Reserve Cay. Dan Skilken from TripInsurance.com answers a question about a cruise guest who almost got stuck in Mexico needing emergency surgery. Thoughts or questions? [email protected] 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

A full review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Sky. This ship is one of Norwegian's smaller cruise ships and sails year-round from Miami, Florida. Matt did a back-to-back sailing on this one so he sailed a four-night and then a three-night sailing. The itinerary on the cruise included Cuba, Nassau, Bahamas and the cruise line's private island of Great Stirrup Cay. To catch up on this week's cruise news please check out the Cruise Radio News feed by clicking here or by typing in Cruise Radio News where you listen to your favorite podcast. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] 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

Bonus Cruise Radio episode. Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas had to end their cruise a day early after a norovirus outbreak of almost 500 guests onboard. We talk to a guest who just returned from the ship and gives us a play by play of what happened during the sailing. Also we talk to a Commander at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention who heads up the Vessel Sanitation Program. Video on the return of Oasis of the Seas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8OvqRq3SvU&t -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a Carnival Elation review from Tony and Jenny. Carnival Elation is a Fantasy-class ship that underwent a massive dry dock in 2017 to add another deck, more dining options, and refurbishing all the existing staterooms. This was a five-night Bahamas cruise to Nassau, Bahamas, and Half Moon Cay. Sherry has cruise news: Mexican cruise destination rocked by violence 2018 Norovirus report released Carnival Cruise Line reverses room service charge Venice is now charging day visitor tax 100-year-old woman celebrates a birthday on a cruise ship Carnival Cruise Line captain and crew honored for rescue Listener questions: How much does the sky suite on Celebrity Edge cost? My dining time is during sail away - what happens? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of Princess Cruises' Caribbean Princess. Caribbean Princess was launched in 2004 and carries just over 3,100 guests. This review is of a back to back cruise doing Eastern and Western Caribbean. Sherry has cruise news on: One cruise line issued their guests a warning about Nassau, Bahamas Carnival Cruise Line signed a contract to get faster internet at sea St. Maarten ended 2018 with a record-breaking cruise day Carnival's float made a debut in the 2019 Rose Parade Royal Caribbean is testing a new program in their casino on Harmony of the Seas Listener question: Do you have any free beach recommendations for Grand Turk. We are taking our first cruise in February. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] 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

The 2018 Year End Cruise News Recap - December 30, 2018. We discuss the top cruise news stories of 2018 including some big changes at Carnival Cruise Line, the deterioration of Nassau, Bahamas, and the fire at Little French Key. Thank you for including Cruise Radio in your weekly lineup and Happy New Year. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

A review of Carnival Valor. Valor is a Conquest-class ship from Carnival Cruise Line and currently (2018) sails from Galveston, TX. In 2019, she will reposition to New Orleans. This review covers a four-night cruise to Cozumel. We get a detailed review of the ship, dining, staterooms, and Nachi Cocom. We answer your shore excursion questions. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: A Royal Caribbean ship rescued two men by pure luck Another new cruise ship has arrived in South Florida An injured cruiser has won over $400,000 from one cruise line A new tax will impact cruisers heading to Amsterdam in 2019 New cruise ships for 2019 Listener Question: Which cruise line is better - Princess Cruises or Celebrity Cruises? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] 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

Enjoy our holiday tradition this week, A Cruiser's Night Before Christmas. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. 'Twas the night before the cruise, when all through the house Everyone was packing; have you seen Mom's blue blouse? The kids' luggage was set by the back door with care, In hopes that they'd remembered to pack formal wear. The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of waterslides danced in their heads. In the morning we got up and got coffee and fraps, And we got to the terminal without needing a map. When we got on the ship we avoided the clatter, We sprang to the buffet to load up a platter. Away to Guy's Burgers we flew like a flash, Next to the pools of kids making a splash. The sun on the breast of the blue ocean waves Made me think of a drink, which I started to crave. When, what to my wondering eyes should appear, But a goofy British man who was holding a beer. At the site of him, someone beside me yelled, And I knew in a moment it must be John Heald. More rapid than eagles the cruisers they came, And he whistled, and shouted, and began to exclaim: "Now Sunshine! now, Glory! now, Pride and Sensation! On, Magic! On, Conquest! on Spirit and Elation! To the Caribbean and to three ports of call; Now cruise away, cruise away, cruise away all!" Some cruisers stood by and waved their goodbyes, As the ship's horn blew and the sunset in the skies. So up to the lido deck the cruisers they flew, With cameras in hand to capture the view. And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the deck The pouring of juice and some orange triple sec. As I signed my receipt and left an extra tip, Up came John Heald to the top of the ship. He was dressed in his swimsuit, ready for the slides, And he looked quite happy, with a pep in his stride. A bag full of sunscreen he had flung on his back, With a Guy's burger inside, in case he needed a snack. His eyes-how they twinkled! His dimples, how merry! But his chest won the contest for being too hairy! His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, For he'd just heard the sketch for the comedy show. As the senior cruise director of the whole Carnival fleet, He would shake the hand of every cruiser he'd meet. He had a broad face and he loved the food at the deli, And in the mornings he room serviced toast with some jelly. He was funny and kind, a right jolly old man, And I laughed when I saw him get a bit too tan. A wink of his eye and a twist of his head, Soon gave me to know his skin would go red. He spoke not a word, but went back to his work, As he wrote up the Fun Times for our day in Grand Turk. He planned out the bingos, the trivias, the shows, And made sure to list when the ship's bars would close. He then sprang to the mic, to his team gave a shout, And away they all flew, the crew so devout. But I heard him exclaim, 'ere we sailed out of sight, "Happy cruising to all, and to all a good-night!" -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of Viking Ocean Cruises' Viking Sky. This was a 14-night cruise from London to Norway. Coined "Into the Midnight Sun," the cruise hit multiple ports on the journey to the Arctic Circle. We get a full review of Viking sky covering the stateroom (every room has a balcony), dining, entertainment, the spa (included) and the ports of call. Sherry has cruise news on: Carnival Cruise Line going into a new North American cruise port Royal Caribbean returning to New Orleans Norwegian Cruise Line announcing new cruise schedules Disney Cruise Line hiking specialty dining prices by 30% Carnival Cruise Line coming to the aid of a sailor broke down Listener question: What to do in St. Thomas if we don't want to snorkel or go to the beach? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio News Brief - December 16, 2018. Carnival Cruise Line has announced the first roller coaster at sea. Disney Cruise Line is hiking some prices. And a recently study shows that over 28 million people will cruise in 2018. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

A review of Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas from a seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise. We get a family's perspective of one of the largest cruise ships in the world and how the experience was. Sherry Laskin has cruise news: The name of Carnival Cruise Line's new ship Royal Caribbean ditching the Dreamworks partnership But building a nearly $100M terminal in Galveston, Texas PortMiami breaking a cruise passenger record A cruise ship plows through a mooring area in Key West Listener Question: Best time to board the ship on embarkation day? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio News Brief - December 9, 2018. Carnival Cruise Line has named their new ship that is due out in 2020. Port Miami is set for record cruise traffic today. Royal Caribbean is dumping one of their popular partnerships. And Holland America Line's new ship is on her way to Florida. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Carnival Paradise was launched in 1998 as the world's first non-smoking cruise ship. Sadly, that only last a short time. Fast forward 20 years later, the ship underwent a massive overhaul adding new features and a bow-to-stern interior renovation. We get a five-night Western Caribbean review of Carnival Paradise from Tampa, Florida. Simonne from Cruising Excursions answer some Mediterranean shore excursion questions. Sherry has cruise news: Celebrity Edge was officially christened Carnival Cruise Line returns to Europe in 2020 Carnival increases beverage gratuities by three percent Another Princess ship will have Ocean Medallion by February 2019 Royal Caribbean investing in biometric technology Terminal 3 in Port Canaveral is officially underway Listener Question: What is there to do in Grand Cayman aside from Stingray City? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio News Brief - December 2, 2018. Carnival Cruise Line has three major changes that all take place in December. Virgin Voyages is building a massive cruise terminal in Miami and committing ships to the South Florida cruise port. Holland America took delivery of their new ships. And Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Encore will have a thrilling go kart track. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Hear a comprehensive review of Celebrity Cruises' newest ship Celebrity Edge. After spending two nights on the new ship, we walk through the big features onboard like the Magic Carpet, Eden, the infinite balcony staterooms, and all the dining options. Sherry has cruise news: Carnival Cruise Line adds new attraction to ship Mobile, Alabama cruise port will continue cruising Royal Caribbean kills the upgrade fairy A cruise ship powered by dead fish Listener Q: What day pass resort in Nassau is better - Breezes or Hilton? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio News Brief - November 25, 2018. The cruise lines had a great third quarter. Carnival Cruise Line has the popular Seafood Shack on two more of their cruise ship. And a cruise ship powered by dead fish is coming within the next couple years. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Hawaii-based ship Pride of America. This ship sails year-round in Hawaii and even does overnights in select ports of call. We talk about the ship, the ports of call, and dining on the ship. In 2018, Hawaii was plagued with natural disasters like a volcano and bad storms. What a lot of people don't realize is how quickly it bounced back. After spending a week in Hawaii, Ashley from Cruise Critic stop by the give us a progress report. Sherry has cruise news on: Carnival Cruise Line changing their smoking policy Symphony of the Seas was officially christened in Port Miami Celebrity Edge has arrived at her new home in Florida Carnival Cruise ship debuts a new fast food restaurant Norwegian Cruise Line ship breaks down in San Juan and sends passengers home Listener Q: What island has better snorkeling: St. Kitts or Grand Turk? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio News Brief - November 18, 2018. Carnival Cruise Line's largest ship to date is officially underway and they are getting a new hull log. More drama in the cruise port of Nassau, Bahamas with the straw market. Windstar Cruises announced that three of their ships will get stretched, get new engines, and more staterooms. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of a seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise on Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas from Port Everglades. Ryan and Lauren strictly sail Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean first timer. We also hear their thoughts after returning to the Caribbean islands after last year's hurricane season. This week we are sailing on Carnival Breeze for a 14-night Eastern Caribbean so there will not be cruise news. If you'd like to hear our daily 90-second Cruise Radio News briefs you can subscribe here: Cruise Radio News podcast feed. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio News Brief - November 11, 2018. Virgin Voyages plan to revolutionize cruise dining. Carnival's brand new Chinese cruise line. And a Royal Caribbean ship arrived Florida and a Celebrity ship is on the way. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a three-night review of Carnival Cruise Line's Long Beach based Carnival Inspiration. Lauren took this cruise because the pricing was perfect and she was already out in California for work. She also gives us her review of Carnival's Chef Table and the CHEERS! unlimited beverage package. Sherry has cruise news: Royal Caribbean announces a $115-million makeover of one of their cruise ships. Port Canaveral breaks an all time cruise record Virgin Voyages announces their first destination of their 2020 ship Follow up: Princess cruises responds to their dining change that was met with pushback Upcoming ships: Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas, Celebrity Edge, and Holland America's Nieuw Statendam Listener question: What amenities come with a suite on Carnival Cruise Line? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio News Brief - November 4, 2018. Royal Caribbean had a launch party for the brand new Terminal A terminal in Port Miami. Carnival Corporation was issued patents for new technology. And a Royal Caribbean ship had to divert to disembark sick guests in Bermuda. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of an 11-night Southern Caribbean cruise onboard Celebrity Cruises's Celebrity Equinox. Sherry Laskin has cruise news on: Carnival Sunshine listing (leaning over) while at sea over the weekend Royal Caribbean's stabilizer causing them to take on a bit of water Norwegian Breakaway almost a day late leaving New York City Two cruise ships bumped into each other because of a bad storm Celebrity Edge is driving up revenue for Royal Caribbean Corporation Listener question: Which port is better in Honduras - Mahogany Bay or Coxen Hole? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Carnival Cruise Line broke a donation record for the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. This event happened on a cruise aboard Carnival Splendor. Guests sailing Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Bliss were upset after a last minute itinerary change after the ship left port. And Royal Caribbean said one of their new ships is making the company a lot of money. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of Cuba cruise on Royal Caribbean's Empress of the Seas. This was a four night cruise to Cuba that also went to Nassau, Bahamas. If you've ever thought about taking a cruise to Cuba or have one booked, you'll want to listen to this review. Sherry has cruise news on: Bahamas is cutting the cash supply off to the cruise lines Carnival Cruise Line is raising daily gratuities Princess Cruises makes an unexpected change to their traditional dining times? A tattoo studio is coming to one cruise line MSC Cruises is entering the ultra luxury market Listener question: I was just wondering if I should bring my own shampoo, body wash and conditioner or if the stuff that comes in your stateroom will be enough? We also answer your shore excursion questions. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Carnival Cruise Like in hiking gratuity rates effective December 1, 2018. Princess Cruises is changing traditional times and it has been met with pushback. Nassau, Bahamas will no longer pay the cruise lines to come to their island. Virgin Voyages will be the very first cruise line to have a tattoo parlor onboard. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Gem on a 10-night Southern Caribbean sailing. We get a comprehensive review of the ship and the onboard experience. Sherry has cruise news on: Carnival's latest ship refurbishment Carnival increasing the Faster to the Fun rate Royal Caribbean increasing drink package Florida man pretending to be homeland security on a cruise Question: I've got my first cruise in DEC. 2018 on Carnival Magic. I was just wondering if there are smoking sections on this ship? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio News Brief - October 14, 2018. Carnival Cruise Line ditches the name "tender" for their ports that do not have a cruise pier. Royal Caribbean has named the first ship calling to Perfect Day at CoCo Cay. And MSC Cruises is bringing a ship to Miami to do Cuba sailings.

We get a review of Disney Cruise Line's Disney Fantasy on a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise. First debuting in 2012, she remains a popular choice for cruise fans out of Port Canaveral, Florida. Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Sherry has cruise news on: Cruise line increasing gratuities in December Carnival helps honeymooners who were robbed Carnival honored for supporting military members Royal Caribbean may have picked out their next ship name Listener Question: Is Norwegian Cruise Line's free airfare promotion really worth it? Dan Skilken from TripInsurance.com stops by the answer some listener questions about cruising during hurricane season and other topics. Cruising and needing to fly home for an emergency Booked a cruise and got deployment orders -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Cruise Radio News Brief - October 7, 2018. Guests on Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas were upset when women were running around dressed like Playboy bunnies. Carnival Corporation's chairman Micky Arison and wife are donating to disaster relief across the world. And Norwegian Cruise Line's free airfare promotion has expanded to Caribbean and Hawaii cruises. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of Royal Caribbean's Port Canaveral based Oasis of the Seas. Oasis debuted as the world's largest cruise ship back in 2009, and it still more popular than ever. Kat and her husband went on a seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise and we get a detailed report of her trip, how the ship was, the ports of call, and some first time tips for sailing an Oasis-class ship. Richard has cruise news on: Four Carnival Cruise Line ships are officially at their new homeports Norwegian Cruise Line increases their drink package price, again Titanic II project started back up again Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line sending a ship to house workers in the Boston gas explosion Listener Question: How does the Norwegian Cruise Line bidding for an upgrade program work? -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] 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

Cruise Radio News Brief - September 30, 2018. Two Carnival Cruise Line ships are repositioning to new homeports this weekend, a week after Carnival Vista and Carnival Horizon repositioned. Grand Cayman could be in trouble if they don't step up there cruise docking situation. And more flooding means more cruise ship delays in Galveston. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Carnival Cruise Line's newest ship Carnival Horizon made her Florida debut last week. We get a cruiser's review of the ship, find out how it stacks up against other ships in the Carnival fleet, and where Carnival missed the mark with Carnival Horizon. Richard has cruise news on: Carnival Vista is at her new homeport The Port of Tampa reached a major cruise milestone Royal Caribbean has expanded their smartphone app Carnival says more staterooms is the future Question: Would you suggest dining at Royal Caribbean's Wonderland restaurant for our anniversary dinner? You can watch the drone footage of Carnival Elation leaving Jacksonville here. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio News Brief - September 23, 2018. Carnival Horizon celebrates the ship arriving in Miami, Florida in a big way. If you're a football fan you can sign up for a free Carnival Cruise Line sailing. And Venice is tired of guests sitting on their sidewalks. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of Carnival Fantasy. This Carnival Cruise Line ship is currently the oldest ship in the fleet, and was the first Fantasy-class ship. This Western Caribbean cruise went to Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico. Richard Simms has cruise news: Carnival Horizon is officially at her new home Carnival offers a new type of boarding photo Guy's Burger Joint now offering new burgers Could Norwegian Cruise Line prices be going up? New NCL ship deployments for 2020 Royal Caribbean eliminating in-room baby sitting Simonne from Cruising Excursions answers questions based on your emails. We cover tours in Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, and an accessible tour for Mendenhall Glacier. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] 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

Cruise Radio News Brief - September 16, 2018. Disney Cruise Line could be home-porting in Miami if everything goes as planned. It's back to normal for the cruise lines impacted by Hurricane Florence. And the new Princess Cruises ship has arrived in Sydney for the season. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Cruise Radio is being released a day early this week because of Hurricane Florence. We get a review of MSC Cruises' newest ship to the Caribbean MSC Seaside. This was a seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise. Matt from Royal Caribbean Blog fills us in on the ship that is taking shelter from Hurricane Florence in Florida. Action News Meteorologist Greg Dee answers some hurricane questions on tracking these storms, how rough it gets in the ocean, and a couple pieces of advice for cruising during hurricane season. Richard Simms has cruise news on: Carnival Cruise Line's steakhouse price hike Norwegian Cruise Line's hull art for the upcoming Norwegian Encore Nassau trying to improve their port, again Listener question: First-time cruiser on Carnival, should I purchase the beverage package. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] 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

Cruise Radio News Brief - September 9, 2018. The tropics are on pretty active with potential hurricanes impacting the southeast. A Windstar Cruises' ship broked down in Buzzards Bay on Friday. And the Carnival Cruise Line airship (blimp) tour marches on.

We get a review of Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas. This was a seven-night Alaska cruise from Seattle. Richard Simms has cruise news on: Flooding at the port of Galveston Carnival Cruise Line dismissed a dining rumor Carnival Corporation christened their largest ship to day Norwegian Sun has wrapped up their Cuba season Carnival guests could soon be paying more to sail out of Port Canaveral Listener question on the best time to embark a cruise from New York City Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Weekend Cruise News Brief - September 2, 2018. A woman was airlifted off a Carnival Cruise Line ship over the weekend. Grand Cayman does not want a cruise pier, and they mean business. And other cruise lines said they will not be removing automated gratuities. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

We get a review of Carnival Cruise Line's ship Carnival Breeze. Sherry has cruise news: Little French Key burns (off the island of Honduras) Carnival Horizon hits a pier in New York City Carnival launches a blimp that's currently on tour Royal updates their beverage policy Holland America's new ship completes sea trials Question on cruise line price drops Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

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? [email protected] Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed. Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

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: Woman jumps off Norwegian Star Carnival Cruise Line announces new port of mega ship Princess Cruises names new ship Woman sues cruise line because she lost trivia Plus, Dan from TripInsurance.com answers some of your listener questions on travel insurance. -- Thoughts or questions? [email protected] 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