Cruise Radio

822 First Time Cruise to Europe + Cruise News

A review of the Norwegian Jewel in Alaska. The cruise went from Vancouver, British Columbia to Seward, Alaska (the port city for Anchorage). Amy provides a comprehensive review of the seven-night one-way cruise she and her husband experienced. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

821 Norwegian Jewel Alaska Review 2024 | Norwegian Cruise Line

A review of Carnival Pride from Norfolk to the Bahamas and Grand Turk. This sailing was originally suppose to cruise from Baltimore, but because of the bridge accident in Baltimore Harbor this past March, the embarkation port was changed to Norfolk, Virginia.  Carnival Pride sailed to Grand Turk, private-destination Princess Cays, and Freeport, Bahamas.  Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

820 Carnival Pride Bahamas Review | Carnival Cruise Line

819 Disney Magic Cruise Review 2024 + Cruise News

Ross joins us to discuss his seven-night Western Caribbean cruise from the Port of Miami. This cruise went to Cozumel, Mexico; Costa Maya, Mahogany Bay, Honduras; and Mexico. This was his first time sailing on a Carnival Cruise Line after sailing Royal Caribbean and MSC Cruises.   Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

818 Carnival Magic 2024 Western Caribbean Review

Here's a nine-night review of Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas. This ship belongs to the Freedom class of Royal Caribbean and was launched in 2007. The cruise went to the Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda, departing from Cape Liberty in New Jersey. Kurt provides a comprehensive review covering the entire ship from bow to stern. Staff Writer Richard Simms has cruise news on a fire aboard Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, Carnival Corporation bringing in $92 million for Q2 2024, Carnival signing a 10-year agreement with the port of Seattle, and double loyalty points for a cruise line.  Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

817 Liberty of the Seas Review + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean

This is a review of a Bermuda cruise onboard Norwegian Joy. Norwegian Joy was recently overhauled to remove spaces while making room for new venues. Tommy Casabona from the Always Be Booked Podcast talks about his experience onboard, what he thought of the entertainment offerings onboard, and what it's like sailing out of New York City when living in there.  Connect with Cruise Radio: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

816 Bermuda Cruise from New York City | Norwegian Cruise Line

A review of Margaritaville at Sea Islander. This is the new cruise ship from the late Jimmy Buffett's successful Margaritaville brand. Doug Parker and staff writer Richard Simms discuss the week's top news stories, including a woman who got an expensive bill from the infirmary after she got seasick, a cruise ship getting seized in Italy for being too dirty, a world cruise delayed for the fourth time, Greece looking to cap cruise passengers, and the SS United States getting evicted from its pier in Philadelphia. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

815 Margaritaville at Sea Islander Review + Cruise News

This week's show Doug and Richard Simms have cruise news on the woman who got banned from Carnival Cruise Line for refilling water bottles, an Alaska cruise port trying to limit passengers even more, Carnival pulling back the $25 slot play credit on the VIFP program, Disney Cruise Line's new private island Lookout Cay, and initial thoughts of Margaritaville at Sea Islander out of Tampa.  We get a review of a seven-night cruise to Southeast Alaska on Holland America Line's ms Koningsdam out of Vancouver. This went to Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay National Park, and Ketchikan, Alaska.  Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

814 Holland America Alaska Cruise Review + News | Holland America Line

The latest cruise industry news includes Carnival Cruise Line absorbing P&O Cruises Australia, the Villa Vie Odyssey world cruise facing a third delay this week, an Alaska cruise port is set to limit cruise passengers in 2026, refunding a Carnival cruise, and the story of a teen who left his parents on a Caribbean island because they wouldn't stop shopping. We also cover the major renovation of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Joy in early 2024. Joining us is Chris Gray Faust, Executive Editor of CruiseCritic.com, who shares her insights from her recent Bermuda cruise on the newly refurbished NCL Joy.  Chris discusses her experience and highlights the new features, including a revamped thermal suite, an expanded Vibe Beach Club, new cabins in the Observation Lounge, and solo staterooms. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

813 Norwegian Joy 2024 Review & Latest Cruise News

In this Cruise Radio episode, Doug Parker talked with Kevin about his five-night Royal Caribbean cruise on Mariner of the Seas. Kevin detailed the embarkation, his stateroom, and dining experiences, including the Windjammer marketplace and free options like Sorrento pizza. They enjoyed Cozumel and CocoCay, although a balloon excursion on Perfect Day was canceled due to wind. Kevin was impressed with the easy departure process with facial recognition and gave tips for first-time cruisers. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

812 Mariner of the Seas Cruise Review 2024 | Royal Caribbean

In this episode of Cruise Radio, Doug Parker and Richard Simms shared their experiences and insights on Carnival Firenze. They started with embarkation stories on the Carnival Firenze and discussed the ship's design and amenities. They also covered dining options, detailing the variety of food available on board, from the Italian restaurant and teppanyaki to Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse. Entertainment was also a topic, with mentions of shows and trivia games. The episode included tales from ports of call like Puerto Vallarta and Cabo, and ended the intereview with a conversation about drink packages and the benefits of VIP status. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

811 Carnival Firenze 2024 Review + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line

In this episode of Cruise Radio, host Doug Parker welcomed guest Craig, who recounted his seven-night journey on Princess Cruises' Caribbean Princess. He detailed his onboard experiences, including exceptional dining at a seafood restaurant, entertainment from shows to comedy acts, and the lively music scene across the ship's bars. He shared his casino visits, the relaxed sea days with activities like art auctions, and the engaging kids' programs. Craig also talked about the port stops in Princess Cays, San Juan, and Saint Thomas. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn  | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  | Twitter | Patreon

810 Caribbean Princess Eastern Caribbean 2024 | Princess Cruises

Kurt and his wife did a back-to-back cruise on Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas in the Mediterranean last fall. 

809 Explorer of the Seas Mediterranean Cruise Review | Royal Caribbean

A review of an eight night Key West and Bahamas cruise on Carnival Glory from New Orleans. 

808 Carnival Glory Review 2024 + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line

Doug Parker gives weekly cruise news, ship reviews, money saving tips, answers your travel questions, and helps you make the most of your cruise vacation.

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