Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips

In this episode of Cruise Radio, host Doug interviews Mark about his 11-night Western Mediterranean cruise on Azamara Quest from Azamara Cruises. Mark shares his experiences on the ship, including the embarkation process, dining, entertainment, and amenities. He also talks about his time in various ports of call and his post-cruise time in Zurich. Mark highly recommends Azamara as a fantastic luxury cruise line and praises the attention to detail and the quality of the food. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Doug shares his initial thoughts on Carnival Venezia. Staff Writer Richard Simms has cruise news. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

This podcast episode discusses Doug's 20-day sailing experience on the Holland America Line's ship ms Rotterdam. Doug and Richard discuss boredom with all those sea days, music, meals, and internet connectivity. Doug shares his experience at the exact spot where the Titanic sank, stepping out of his comfort zone by trying new things like painting and playing pickleball. They also briefly mention the ports of call on Richard's Rotterdam sailing, including Copenhagen's Tivoli Gardens and the Little Mermaid statue. Doug dispels some myths about cruising at the end of the episode. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

On this episode of the Cruise Radio podcast, host Doug Parker and staff writer Richard Simms discuss various topics related to the cruise industry. They talk about the record-breaking number of passengers at PortMiami, the opening of the newly revitalized Nassau cruise port, Virgin Voyages' new ship, Carnival bringing another ship to Florida, and where to get your passport stamped in Nassau, Bahamas. We also get a review of a 10-night Carnival Miracle cruise to Alaska. Our guest shares his experiences on the cruise including embarkation, dining, entertainment, and ports of call. We offer tips for future cruisers, such as exploring the ship, booking excursions early, and purchasing trip insurance. Despite some minor hiccups, our guest and his family all had an enjoyable experience on their Carnival Miracle cruise to Alaska. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas and share their experiences dining and exploring on the ship. This week we discuss recent incidents in the cruise industry, including MSC Cruises failing a CDC inspection, a Royal Caribbean guest arrested for placing a camera in a bathroom, and a man being airlifted from a Carnival ship for eating a battery. The hosts also discuss the impact of 9/11 on the cruise industry and share positive stories about Norwegian Cruise Line's Giving Joy contest and the Queen Mary hotel. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Today's episode features a review of a Norwegian Escape cruise in the Mediterranean by a Madison, as well as cruise news segments by staff writer Richard Simms. We discuss rumors about Carnival Cruise Line requiring passports for all passengers, which are later debunked, and stress the importance of having a government-issued birth certificate and a passport for cruises. Simms talks about Royal Caribbean's recent problem of overbooking their ships and offering compensation to passengers who opt out of their cruise. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

In this episode of Cruise Radio, Doug Parker interviews Lee Mason, the cruise director aboard Carnival Celebration. They discuss Lee's background, his journey to becoming a cruise director, and the difference between an entertainment director and a cruise director. Lee also talks about the new safety drill, e-muster, and how it has been received by guests and the US Coast Guard. Additionally, Lee shares his thoughts on the exclusive shows on Carnival Celebration, his preference for the main theater in the front of the ship, and his favorite itineraries. Finally, Lee gives advice to a listener on cruising for the first time and how to avoid seasickness. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Carnival Magic from New York City down to the Eastern Caribbean. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Richard shares his latest trip to Bermuda on a five night cruise from New York City on Norwegian Gem. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Royal Princess review. Kurt and his wife took a 15-night cruise aboard Royal Princess from San Francisco to Hawaii over Christmas and New Year's. He goes over his thoughts of his cabin and the dining and entertainment on board, how the weather was on the way to Hawaii that time of year, and what he did while in Hawaii for four days. Richard has cruise news: Guest dies on a Virgin Voyages sailing Port of Galveston sees more growth All you can cruise pass for $899 Next Disney Cruise Line ship underway 6 Changes in the cruise industry, effective this month Listen to unedited interviews with cruise line executives. Join the Cruise Radio Extra Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Tim and his wife recently took a seven-night eastern Caribbean cruise aboard Carnival's newest ship Carnival Celebration. He goes over his first impressions of an Excel-class ship, what he thought of the BOLT roller coaster, how he liked the dining and entertainment options on board, and what he and his wife did while in port. Richard has cruise news: Listen to unedited interviews with cruise line executives and public figures. Join the Cruise Radio Extra Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Adam, his three-year-old daughter, and his father-in-law took a cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas out of Bayonne, New Jersey, this past December. The cruise visited Florida and the Bahamas. He goes over why Anthem is the perfect ship for chilly winter weather, what their experience was with the entertainment, how his daughter liked the kids' club, and what they did during their day at Royal Caribbean's private island Perfect Day at CocoCay. Richard has cruise news: Royal Caribbean gets rid of the Sky Pad feature Norwegian Cruise Line reverts back to e-muster drill Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings CEO Frank Del Rio steps down Carnival Corporation sells Seabourn ship Costa Venezia transferred to Carnival Cruise Line, and work beings Celebrity Ascent opens two preview sailings for booking before the christening Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A 2023 review of Carnival Luminosa. This was a three-night sailing from Brisbane, Australia with no ports, otherwise known as a cruise to nowhere. A frequent Carnival Cruise Line cruiser, John gives us the details about the ship and his initial thoughts on the refurbishment that Luminosa underwent following its transfer from Costa Cruises. Listen to unedited interviews with cruise line executives and public figures. Join the Cruise Radio Extra Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Daniel and his family took a five-night sailing in December aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Encore to what was planned to be a Western Caribbean sailing. The voyage was modified because of strong winds and it wound up having three sea days and two ports of call, Ocho Rios, Jamaica and Nassau, Bahamas. We get a comprehensive review of The Haven experience on Norwegian Cruise Line. Richard has cruise news: Trouble in Paradise with Royal Caribbean A cruise ship magician assaulted New alcohol-free drinks on Carnival Cruise Line Royal Caribbean accidentally sells wrong package Busted for bringing plants ashore Owl on a cruise ship You're invited to the conversation. Join the Cruise Radio Extra Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Getting you caught up on this week in the cruise industry. Staff writer Richard Simms has cruise news on: Royal Caribbean changing room service from twice to once Death on a Carnival Cruise Line ship in which the FBI is involved Royal Caribbean detailing its Royal beach Club in Nassau, Bahamas Disney Cruise Line giving details about its Lighthouse Point opening soon Norwegian Cruise Line skipping a port over port congestion and detailing where Norwegian Sky is going Holland America Line launching a new series of journeys that sail round trip from North America Want to support Cruise Radio? Join the Cruise Radio Extra Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Valor. Want to support Cruise Radio? Join the Cruise Radio Extra Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

In this episode, we get a review of a four-night voyage to Bermuda aboard Carnival Magic out of Norfolk, Virginia. Richard has cruise news. Want to support Cruise Radio? Join the Cruise Radio Extra Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas from Cruise Tips TV. This was a seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise from Port Canaveral. Want to support Cruise Radio? Join the Cruise Radio Extra Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Kabir recently took an eight-night Caribbean cruise aboard Virgin Voyages' ship Valiant Lady out of PortMiami. He goes over what sets this cruise line apart from others, how the food and entertainment were on board, and what he did in each port of call. Richard has cruise news on: Carnival's oldest ship is back in service after a two-week dry dock Royal is making something free that once had a cost attached That pesky rock slide in Alaska may soon go away One island is considering limiting the number of cruise ships Heads up, if you're getting a passport soon Listener Question: Selina asks, I'm going on a cruise in December. My passport expires three days after we're supposed to board. Will that be a problem? Want to support Cruise Radio? Join the Cruise Radio Extra Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Mentioned in the show: www.cruisedirectorkabir.com www.instagram.com/kabirbageria www.twitter.com/kabirbageria www.youtube.com/c/travelwithkabircd Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Kristin and her husband Scott recently took a seven-night western Caribbean cruise out of Miami aboard MSC Cruises' newest ship, MSC Seascape. Hear what they thought of their cabin, the food on board, the entertainment, and how they ended up with an extra day at MSC's private island, Ocean Cay. Richard Simms has cruise news on: Royal Caribbean Group (RCL) is moving the financial needle in the right direction Carnival Cruise Line releases a lot of sailings from 15 to 31 nights to and from the Pacific region Nearly half of Princess's cruise fleet will sail Alaska next year Details revealed on Sun Princess Crystal Cruises is back and will sail this summer Cruise Radio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cruiseradio Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Kevin, his wife, and their two-year-old son took a Thanksgiving cruise aboard Carnival Horizon to Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel. He shares their thoughts on their Grand Suite stateroom, the dining on board (including the Thanksgiving feast!), the kids' club, and more. Richard has cruise news: Cruise line cancels sailing over food and drink technical issues Smoking in Mexico could land you in jail or a $550 fine Protests in Cozumel over new cruise pier Norwegian Cruise Line adds ship to Baltimore, MD Carnival Cruise Line sends letters to guests asking them to behave Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

We get a five-night review of Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Beyond. The ship debuted in the Spring of 2022 and sailed its inaugural sailing in November 2022. This sailing went to Mexico, calling at Cozumel and Costa Maya. Richard has cruise news: Two changes at Norwegian Cruise Line Nassau, Bahamas, admits they were wrong when it comes to cruise passengers Carnival Corporation makes changes to the internet Another ship floats out and picks the captains Brooklyn's cruise terminal houses migrant workers Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

On this episode, we get a review of a seven-night cruise aboard Norwegian Breakaway out of Florida to the western Caribbean. Adam goes over the experience his family — including two kids — had on the ship, plus gave details on Norwegian Cruise Line's private destination in Belize, Harvest Caye. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

On this episode, we get a review of a special seven-night 'The Love Boat' themed cruise aboard Princess Cruises' newest ship, Discovery Princess out of Los Angeles. We hear details on the food, entertainment, and all of the special activities that took place with the cast of 'The Love Boat.' Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas to Southeast Alaska that sailed from Vancouver, British Columbia. Richard Simms has cruise news: Carnival raises gratuities and internet prices Norwegian Cruise Line cuts back on turndown service and eliminates cabin stewards Ship goes to dry dock mid-cruise Norwegian restarts testing for select guests Dan from TripInsurance.com drops by to answer listener questions on navigating their way around airline cancellations and delays. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Review of Carnival Pride in Northern Europe and the Baltic. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

The top cruise news stories of 2022 and a question about visiting St. Thomas. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of MSC Cruises Seashore from PortMiami that was taken in summer 2022. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Carnival Celebration's first passenger voyage: a two-week transatlantic crossing from the UK to Miami with seven sea days in a row. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Why you need to travel with trip insurance in 2023. Richard Simms has cruise news. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas from Bayonne, NJ. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Looking at some of the changes of Carnival Celebration, Carnival Cruise Line's newest excel class ship. Richard Simms has cruise news on: Diamond Princess returns to sea Royal Caribbean tests changing main dining room menu Carnival Celebration christened Disney brings back old-school mustering MSC drops the testing requirement Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

The first sailing on Carnival Cruise Line's newest ship Carnival Celebration. We give some initial thoughts and feedback. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

On this week's episode, we get a review of a western Caribbean voyage out of Port Everglades aboard one of Princess Cruises' newest ships Sky Princess. This interview was recorded in May 2022. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

Details on Norwegian Cruise Line's latest ship, Norwegian Prima. Richard has cruise news: Making changes at Carnival Cruise Line and the delivery of the Carnival Celebration Details revealed for Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas Pre-cruise testing has dropped on a lot of cruise lines A dog service dog reaches 700 days at sea Norwegian Prima makes the rounds Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Royal Caribbean's Jewel of the Seas from the summer 2022. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Carnival Cruise Line's ship Carnival Splendor to southeast Alaska from Seattle. This voyage was taken in summer 2022. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

This week we get a review of Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship, Norwegian Prima, as it sails its first revenue cruise in Northern Europe. -- 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 Line's brand new ship Disney Wish. This was a three-night cruise to Nassau, Bahamas, and the private island Castaway Cay. Richard Simms has cruise news: A busy week in the Caribbean with Hurricane Ian Canada and two more cruise lines drop vaccination mandates Carnival Luminosa is now sailing and picking up crew ahead of its Australian season Port Saint John has welcomed its three millionth cruise passenger Saying goodbye to Celebrity Cruises' former ship Horizon Listener Question: When is the deadline for buying travel insurance during hurricane 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. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Spirit that sailed from Hawaii to Tahiti earlier this summer. Richard has cruise news on: An active week in the Caribbean with storms Carnival Vista experiences another technical issue Carnival Luminosa is making progress A new class of Princess ships Listener Question: Regarding the NCL Platinum specialty dining perks. I will be Platinum after my cruise next month and going on the NCL Prima in January. Some of the restaurants listed like Moderno aren't on the Prima. Any idea if we will get to choose from any of the other restaurants instead? Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of Royal Caribbean's Enchantment of the Seas on a nine-night cruise to Bermuda, Perfect Day at CocoCay, and the Bahamas. --- 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 seven-night Western Caribbean cruise review of Carnival's Mardi Gras. --- 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 seven-night review of Disney Crusie Line's Disney Fantasy. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A 2022 review of Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas from Port Canaveral, Florida. Richard has cruise news: Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises drop mandates on most cruises Carnival Luminosa itineraries now listed on the Carnival Cruise Line website Grand Cayman lifts COVID protocols for all visitors and could get a pier Princess goes all in on bidding for an upgrade You can live on a cruise ship for as little as $600,000 Listener Question: What is a cruise duck? --- 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

Seven-night cruise on Celebrity Eclipse to Southeast Alaska sailing from Vancouver, British Columbia. Richard has cruise news: 1. More cruise lines relax or drop vaccination mandates and pre-cruise testing 2. This past Monday, Carnival Cruise Line had a recording booking day for the first time since 2019 3. Virgin Voyages is getting a surge of a half billion dollars in fresh capital 4. An extra day for guests sailing Carnival Splendor in Australia in October 5. The rockslide in Skagway, Alaska, has closed one pier for the rest of the 2022 season 6. Princess Cruises partners with a NASCAR race team Listener Question: Should I buy the Cloud 9 Thermal Suite on Carnival in advance for $199, or will it be cheaper once onboard? We are on a week-long cruise on Carnival Panorama in October. --- 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. Direct download: EPI708AUG112022.mp3 Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon

A review of a six-night Caribbean sailing on Carnival Magic from Port Canaveral. The ports of call on this sailing were Carnival's private island Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk, and Amber Cove. We get a bow-to-stern review from this family of three. Richard Simms has cruise news: Cruise protocols are changing again More changes at Carnival Cruise Line Norwegian Cruise Line had a Q2 business update Hawaii-based Pride of America is sailing at half capacity because Americans don't want to work Diamond Princess is back in America but won't be going anywhere until November Listener Question: What are the best Haven upgrade strategies? My assumption is eggs in one basket. Daniel --- 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. --- 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 seven-night cruise on MSC Cruises MSC Lirica that was roundtrip from Athens, Greece. Richard Simms has cruise news: Policy changes regarding testing across most major cruise lines Norwegian Cruise Line is changing up menus and celebrating the float-out of its next Prima-class ship Carnival Cruise Line has over three million guests served Glacier Bay National Park is tightening the reins on cruise ships A fishing boat hit a cruise ship in New England Listener Q: I have a medical condition and can not get the drink package. Can my wife get one on our Royal Caribbean cruise next summer? — Tim --- 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 seven-night review of Princess Cruises' Regal Princess in the Med. Richard Simms has cruise news: More developments on the rock slide impacting an Alaska cruise port Another U.S. cruise line drops pre-cruise COVID-19 testing before embarkation Carnival is re-opening another dining venue after being shutdown over the summer One cruise line is celebrating a year back to service with some cool facts Virgin Voyages is coming to a TV near you Listener Q: Does NCL now have an Unlimited Starbucks Coffee Package for purchase? --- 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 review of a 10-night cruise on Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas. This was a Baltic cruise from Northern Europe that was very port intensive. We get a bow-to-stern review of the cruise ship and the itinerary. Richard has cruise news on: CDC drops cruise ship program for cruise ships One cruise line takes a public approach to get more to sail while the other drops negative testing Royal Caribbean Group purchases a former Crystal Cruises ship A couple spends 1,000 days on one cruise line Record cruise week in Central Florida Listener Question: I have a treatment booked in the spa, does this mean I'll be able to use the thermal suite that day? Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Patreon