Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips

On this show, we talk to listener Barry who just returned from a sailing aboard Queen Mary 2, on a seven-night transatlantic sailing between New York and Southhampton. Get a full review of this ocean liner. Also, Carnival Cruise Line's senior matre d, Ken Byrne, gives us his background, the details of his job, and what he loves about it. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

This week, listener Ashley joins us about her recent sailing on Carnival Fantasy, a five-night Bahamas cruise from Charleston, South Carolina. Hear a detailed review of Carnival Fantasy, her thoughts on dining, entertainment, the ports, and public areas of the cruise ship. Plus, Cruise Guy has cruise news on: could Royal Caribbean be leaning towards play-to-play entertainment, shipyard fire causes damage to Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas, is the Mexican Rivera region making a comeback, and Holland America Line heading back to Bermuda in 2015. We'll also answer a listener question about Carnival's all-you-can-drink "Cheers" program and the Faster to the Fun program. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this show, we talk to Jason Leppert of Popular Cruising about cruise ship dining, how its evolved through the years along with some tips and suggestions for your next cruise ship dining experience. Plus Cruise Guy has cruise news about Princess Cruises' newly launched Regal Princess, Holland America Line overhaul, a new Game of Thrones shore excursion offered by Holland America, and more discussion about norovirus and where else it's found. Susan Shultz, Director of Sales for American Cruise Lines, stops by to talk to us about American Cruise Lines, their new ships, and what's new on the horizon for the small river cruise company. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this show, we are broadcasting aboard Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Liberty. We will talk to the Cruise Director, Shore Excursions Manager about Nassau, Bahamas; St. Thomas, San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos. We also talk with some cruise passengers and the owner of Jack's Shack in Grand Turk. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener, Janet Heaton, just returned from a seven-night sailing on Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas from the port of Baltimore. Janet talks about embarking from Baltimore, first impressions, public areas, the food, stateroom, entertainment, outdoor areas and the ports. Cruise Guy has cruise news on MSC Cruises ordering two more ships, Norwegian Jewel out of drydock, Carnival heading to Mexico year-round, Holland America Line dumping two ships, and Disney Cruise Lines heading to Hawaii in 2015. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Sherry Laskin returns to the show to talk to us about her recent sailing on Carnival Ecstasy, a Fantasy-class ship that currently does year-round sailings from Miami, Florida to the Bahamas and Western Caribbean. Sherry goes into detail about the food, entertainment, stateroom, thoughts and impressions of Carnival Ecstasy. Cruise Guy has cruise news on the latest Princess Cruises' ship Regal Princess, Carnival Cruise Lines resigning for another year in Jacksonville, Florida, why we should always use a travel agent, Royal Caribbean laying the keel for Oasis 3, and the announcement of Oasis 4. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

This week, we are broadcasting aboard Carnival Esctasy for Carnival LIVE. In case you're unfamiliar with Carnival LIVE, it's a concert series of sorts held aboard Carnival Cruise Line Fun Ships. The artist flies to the port, performs on board the ship and disembarks before the cruise ship leaves for the next port of call. On this sailing we got to hear award winning country artist Martina McBride, who is just one of the many acts performing as part of Carnival LIVE. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

This week, listener Sarah Phillips checks in with a little gem she found on her recent trip to Freeport, Bahamas - The Grand Lucayan Resort. Sarah talks about her experience at the resort as a cruise passenger and if it's worth paying the money to venture over to. Cruise Guy has cruise news on Carnival Liberty in Port Canaveral, Norwegian Breakaway getting stuck in NYC, MSC Divina going to Europe in 2015 and Regal Princess. Listen and learn! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Cruise historian Barry Vaudrin joins us to talk about the Queen Mary, a once famous cruise liner turned hotel in Long Beach, CA. Barry will share with us some history of the cruise ship, things to do and some ghost stories surrounding the historic liner. Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network gives us some things to do in Gavleston, Texas pre and post-cruise. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Jason Leppert from PopularCruising joins us to talk about cruise resources to research your next cruise; whether you're a first time cruiser or seasoned cruiser, you'll learn some new sites here. We had a listener question on Facebook about cruise tipping eqiquette and whether or not a cruise guest should take tips off because they don't eat in the main dining room. Also, Cruise Guy gives us this weeks cruise news reguarding Royal Caribbean heading to China, Carnival Freedom heading to Galveston, Norwegian Cruise Line revamping their Ultimate Dining Package and a listener question. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener Janet gives her review of her latest five-night Bermuda sailing aboard Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas. Hear a review of the ship, food, entertainment and her recap of things to do in Bermuda. Cruise Guy has cruise news on Carnival LIVE, Royal Caribbean sending another ship to Australia, plus the latest Harris poll shows cruise interest is down. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Dr. Kris just returned from a seven-night California Coastal cruise on Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Century. This cruise had a rather unique itinerary with no sea days and ports in California and Mexico. Dr. Kris gives us his review of the ship, the dining, entertainment, ports and his impressions of the ship. Celebrity Century is in her last year of service, set to retire in April 2015. A big question I get is what to do in Rome for the day? Cruises are usually docked in Civitavecchia (port closest to Rome) for a good 12 hours, but some of that time is ate up in getting to Rome. Sherry Laskin from CruiseMaven.com joins us to gives some sights to see in Rome. Plus Cruise Guy joins us for Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Mike Jirout from the popular ShipMate App joins us to talk about the cruise travel app with almost a million downloads, available on both iOS and Android market. Jason drops by to share his latest venture on Viking River Cruises; looks like Viking placed a world record, again! Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, has cruise-travel news you can use. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

We are aboard Norwegian Getaway for the inaugural sailing from her new home in Port Miami. We hear from guests onboard the ship, journalists, and give you a run down of activities, entertainment and dining options. Listen and learn about Norwegian Getaway! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener Sarah joins us this week to give a comprehensive review of Carnival Sunshine, a ship that recently underwent a $155-million dollar transformation. Bill Panoff, editor-in-chief of Porthole Cruise Magazine checks in with us about some new things in the publication, MSC Cruises has some big news, and Cruise Guy has our weekly cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

We are broadcasting from Cruise Shipping Miami this week at the Miami Beach Convention Center, an annual cruise conference with over 10,000 delegates from around the world. We talk with MSC Cruises, Windstar Cruises, family travel, Guy Harvey stops by the booth, and Cruise Guy. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener, Tanya Warpula, joins us to give her review of Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas - one of the world's largest cruise ships. Hear all about the ship as she gives a detailed review. Travel expert Chris Elliott just released a new book called "How to Be the World's Smartesat Traveler" and he joins us today to talk all about the book and gives us some helpful travel information. Listen and learn! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

This week, we are sailing aboard Holland America Line's ms Eurodam as we sail on a 10-night Canada New England cruise. We talk to the key staff members on the cruise ship, passengers and our tour guide in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Listen and learn! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

We are cruising for a cause this week as we're sailing on Princess Cruises' Ruby Princess on a 5-night Western Caribbean cruise. Princess Cruises has teamed up with the American Heart Association this sailing as we're cruising for a cause! On board are celebrities, cooking, and fitness classes promoting good heart health. On this show we talk to some of those involved, along with the Cruise Director and passengers. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Nancy Schretter with the Family Travel Network reviews her seven-night Western Caribbean sailing aboard Norwegian Pearl. Hear a detailed review about the ship, the dining options, entertainment venues, kid's program and the itinerary. Listen and learn! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listeners, Carter and Kristie from Central Florida, join us this week to review Celebrity Cruises' recently refurbished Celebrity Constellation. The couple gives us a run down of the ships, dining options, entertainment and some been-there done-that tips for the cruise ship. Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, stops by with cruise news on Disney Cruise Line's new internet packages, Carnival's new entertainment program, Royal Caribbean's profits, and the dreaded norovirus. Listen and learn! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener, Shon Ford, just returned from a voyage aboard Princess Cruises' Grand Princess. Shon goes into detail about the ship, food, entertainment and some tips for wanting to try out Princess Cruise Lines and Grand Princess. Cruise Guy has cruise news on Carnival, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean, remodeling of Ocho Rios cruise pier and free internet offered on one cruise line! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Starting in April, Carnival LIVE concerts give guests the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive onboard performance by a diverse roster of popular music artists. The concerts will take place on board eight Carnival ships that call in the following ports: Cozumel, Mexico; Nassau, the Bahamas; and Catalina Island, California. Artists will join the ship in port, perform in the main show lounge, and then debark following the show. Carnival has booked 49 performance dates for the 2014 concert series, including artists such as Chicago, Daughtry, Foreigner, Jennifer Hudson, Lady Antebellum, Martina McBride, REO Speedwagon, STYX and Trace Adkins. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

This week, we get a listener review of Disney Cruise Line's Disney Wonder. Plus, we talk to Andrea Farmer with the Kennedy Space Center Visitor's Center down at Port Canaveral. Andrea talks to us about the space program, space center, the orbiter on display and why Kennedy Space Center is such a great cruise opportunity. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener Theresa gives us her review of her latest sailing on Allure of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship! Theresa breaks down the public areas, rooms, what it's like on sea days and the dining. Cruise Guy stops by with cruise news on Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Queen Mary 2, and a new cruise port at Port Canaveral. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this show, editor-in-chief of Vacation Agent Magazine, Theresa Norton Masek, joins us to give us some of the top cruise stories of 2013. Listener, Craig Kell, gives us his review of his seven-night Western Caribbean sailing aboard Miami-based Carnival Glory. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Scott Lara recently returned from a seven-night Caribbean cruise from Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Dream. Scott gives us a comprehensive review of the ship and shares some inside secrets on Carnival Dream. Cruise Guy joins us with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener, Tanya Warpula from Austin, TX gives us a comprehensive review of Disney Cruise Line's Disney Dream out of Port Canaveral. She recently returned from a three-night Bahamas sailing. Cruise Guy has cruise news on: Viking River Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines, Norwegian Cruise Line, American Cruise Line and a Costa Concordia update. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network joins us to give her review of her recent sailing aboard Royal Caribbbean's Brilliance of the Seas. Hear all about the cruise ship, dining options, entertainment and ports of call. Plus, Jacksonville, Florida celebrates 10 years in the cruise ship industry and we were there! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Carnival Cruise Lines announced a partnership with Dr. Seuss enterprises that will incorporated characters, Seuss themed events and dining aboard the Carnival Fun Ships. We were there during the announcement in New York City and have the scoop, as well as info on their newest dining options, American FEAST and American Table. Hear all about Seuss at Sea! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Kristin Ladewig from St. Louis gives us a comprehensive review of Princess Cruises' Royal Princess. She discusses dining options, entertainment, rooms and public areas. Plus, your weekly dose of cruise news with Cruise Guy. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

This week, we are broadcasting aboard MSC Divina in South Florida. An MSC Cruises ship that's new to the port of Miami. MSC Divina will be in Port Miami year-round offering guests 7-night roundtrip Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises. Hear our complete review from executives, passengers and journalists. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

This week we are broadcasting from Carnival Sunshine's christening event in New Orleans, LA. Carnival SUnshine will be homeported in New Orleans until April and will offer seven-day Caribbean service. Hear from the CEO, the godmother herself, passengers and journalists about their thoughts on Carnival Sunshine. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this show, we talk to Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network. Nancy gives us her review of her 7 night sailing on the Carnival Miracle. Stewart Chiron joins us with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this show, we talk to Fran Golden, contributor to USA Today, about cruise etiquette. Plus, Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, drops by with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Doug is broadcasting from Princess Cruises' brand new Royal Princess as it makes its first US inaugural sailing from the Caribbean. A very special guest drops by. The Love Boat captain, Captain Stubing, joins us. Yes, Gavin MacLeod drops by the Cruise Radio broadcast booth! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener, Vickie Bowne from Vancouver, gives her review of her recent sailing on Princess Cruises' Emerald Princess. Cruise Guy stops by with this week's cruise news on Carnival, Windstar, Norwegian Cruise Line, Seabourn and the government shutdown. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener, Sonya from Houston, gives us her review of Carnival Magic's 7-night Western Caribbean sailing. Cruise Guy is here with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener Ed McDonough joins us to give us his review of his five night sailing on Carnival Victory. Hear all about the ship and the ports of call. Plus, Stewart Chiron has this week's cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Shore Excursions Group answers questions about using a third party shore excursion company. Maritime historian Peter Knego joins us to talk about the Love Boat, or as you may know it, the Pacific Princess. Cruise Guy is here with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

We talk to a VP at Carnival Cruise Line and he gives us the full run down of Carnival's new "Vacation Guarantee." We talk to the editor of World of Cruising Magazine and he reviews UnCruise Adventures' new 88-guest S.S. Legacy Review + Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Adam Coulter from Cruise Critic UK is on the scene at Giolio, Italy where they are raising Costa Concordia. We'll get all the details from him on how it went. Cruise Guy is here with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

We talk to listener Matt from Boca Raton, Florida on his review of Disney Wonder in Southeast Alaska. Scott gives us his review of the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort and Casino. Plus, Cruise Guy has cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener Marcy gives us her full review of her 8-night Southern Caribbean sailing aboard Carnival Breeze, roundtrip from Miami, Florida. We answer a listener question on deck chair hogs and get your reaction. Plus, Cruise Guy is here with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener Kristin from St. Louis gives us her review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Sky, a cruise ship offering three and four-night sailings to the Bahamas from Miami. A listener question is answered about travel insurance and a recent canceled cruise. Cruise Guy is here with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

We talk to Teresa Crofton, a tour guide in Rome. Nancy Schretter gives us good family tips for Rome, and answers a listener question regarding pickpocketing and what travel insurance will cover. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener Larry from Illinois gives us his full review of Royal Caribbean's 2,500-guest Jewel of the Seas. Larry goes into detail about the ships public areas, aft balcony stateroom, ports and flying in and out of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Cruise Guy has cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network joins us with information on staying safe in cruise ports -- especially against pickpockets! We have a travel insurance question about strikes in Europe and Cruise Guy is here with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Part two of our Carnival Sunshine episodes. We dive into Carnival Sunshine this week and give reviews of the 25 branded public areas, get more guests reviews, take some of your phone calls, and speak with the cruise director Kevin Noonan. Don't forget to check out episode 202, our first broadcast from Carnival Sunshine. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

We are aboard the newly transformed Carnival Sunshine this week. We talk to Carnival CEO, hear passenger reviews, and info on the new Carnival Sunshine. This is part one of a two part broadcast. Follow along on social media at #CCLSUNSHINE. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected] Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net