Adventures with Ernie

With 323 ships set to be available by the end of 2021, how do you decide which to go on?!  Cruise lines offer a wide variety to cater to their guests; including striking itineraries, state-of-the-art amenities, Broadway shows, and world-class dining.

In this episode, we deep dive into each of the more popular lines to understand their clientele demographic, as well as the types of itineraries their ships can offer.  

Which lines cater to children?  Which lines provide the best experience for the best price?  Who has the most exotic vacation destinations?  Come listen and find out as we help you to decide which line to cruise!

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].

Episode Links:

https://cruisemarketwatch.com/capacity/

https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/royal-caribbean-celebrity-edge-cruise/index.html

https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/cruises/2021/05/28/carnival-cruises-july-summer-galveston-miami-port-canaveral-cdc-approval/5252710001/

https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2021/05/26/royal-caribbean-test-sailing-covid/

https://www.cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/24746-here-are-the-cruise-lines-operating-right-now-2.html

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/27/travel/cruise-lines-covid.html

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Collectively, we’ve been cruising nearly a decade.  That’s a lot of time to learn some of the best tips and tricks to make your cruise life the most relaxing!

Join us to hear insider secrets about all of the apps you should download before you leave port, how to keep your hair from being damaged by the harsh water, and what NOT to forget to pack!

Mixed in with stories from our travels, these are tips and tricks that you won’t want to miss!

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].

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ou were locked up all of 2020, and now cruising is making a comeback.  The world is your oyster, but where do you want to go?!  Do you spring for the luxurious Mediterranean cruise?  Journey through America’s Last Frontier in Alaska?  Or are you looking to float away to a tropical paradise and the crystal clear blue waters of the Caribbean?  

This week, learn about our favorite places in the world!  Your hosts have seen a lot of the world, but we still have a lot of places left on our list.  Hear about what places are on our bucket list,  and let us help you build yours!

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].

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One of the most common questions that we hear -- "is everyone sleeping together?"  The short answer is yes.  But there is SO MUCH MORE than that.  

In this episode we get personal.  Not only do we discuss romantic relationships onboard, but we also dive into platonic relationships.  

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].

Have you ever wondered what it takes to get a job with us on board a cruise ship? Dreaming of a life at sea? Find out how to manifest those dreams into reality with our little guide to getting your first cruise ship gig. 

STCW, Medicals, Visas--oh my! We go over all the ins and outs of getting a job on board, check out episode 9 of Adventures with Ernie for the DL on all things to know before your first contract.

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].

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Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness month?  To celebrate, and to help break the stigma, we decided to get personal with how mental health impacts crew members.

Being away from your friends and family for 6-10 months can break even the strongest of souls down.  Mixed with the long hours, a confined environment, and stressful workplace interactions, cruise ships provide the perfect conditions to test healthy mental behavior.

In this episode we share our own personal stories with mental health disorders, as well as offer some tips and tricks for surviving a cruise contract with your mental health intact.

From developing a routine for self-care, to learning how to check in with your emotional state, we are here to help!  Hopefully you are able to learn some helpful tips and learn how to best assist those in your cruise family!

Links:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32212143/

https://www.bloomberg.com/features/2020-cruise-ship-suicides/

http://www.ijtmgh.com/article_119591.html

http://crew-center.com/cruise-ship-crew-internet-prices-and-onboard-wi-fi-packages?page=8

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].

You've asked for it!  This week’s episode is one of our favorites! Let us tell you all about our very firsts on board, from day one of our contracts- we dive into some juicy stories!

What is the first day like?  When did you first cry?  When did you have your first onboard romance?  ALL will be revealed!

"I can’t believe I told this story to the entire world on record."  Hear Rachel’s most embarrassing story of all time this week on Adventures with Ernie!

What’s it actually like to step foot on a ship for the first time as a crew member? Let us tell you all about it! 

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].

Is cruising safe? This is our number one most asked question.  Now that we’ve talked about the greatest disaster, let’s take a look at how that changed safety standards for sailing for the foreseeable future.  

Ship happens. But it doesn’t have to!  Preparedness is our greatest ally in keeping safe in a disaster at sea.

Did you know that every crew members knows how to flip a life raft over in the open water?   Or that we all have to take a coast guard maritime exam in our first three days onboard any vessel?   Hear all about how your crew is prepared in case of an emergency at sea, peppered in with our own disaster stories!

 Join us this week as we talk Safety Onboard in Episode 6 of Adventures with Ernie!

Episode Links:

• Titanic disaster led to stricter maritime safety standards
• Titanic: Three ways the disaster changed laws and safety on the seas
• about international ice patrol (iip)
• Safety At Sea - Lifeboat History & Requirements
• Changes in safety practices after the sinking.
• Changing of Maritime Laws
• Cruise Muster Station and Muster Drill: What Are They?
• SOLAS onboard drill requirements

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].

Can you believe it has now been 109 years since Titanic met her bitter end?  Ever wonder what exactly went down that night (see what we did there)?   And worst of all--could this happen again?!

Come along with us as we explore our favorite shipwreck story- RMS Titanic.   Using James Cameron's Academy Award winning film, and his most recent documentary, Titanic: The Last Word with James Cameron, we will take you on an adventure that has shaped the way modern cruise ships operate.  From the movie that captured our imaginations to the real life implications of the sunk vessel on safety protocols, and every conspiracy theory in between, we’ll take a look at this tragedy from our perspective as seafarers.

Episode Links:

To View James Cameron's documentary--check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-5MXNz7XKQ&t=4312s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ObtCDwm2Ao

https://mollybrown.org/history-of-the-white-star-line/

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/titanic-sinks

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nj6Hqwmf77A

https://www.cruisehabit.com/safety-sea-lifeboat-history-requirements

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].

From Moana to RMS Titanic to Mega Ships today: A brief history lesson on cruising. 

Where did we start sailing and where are we going?

Ever wonder what cruising was like in the olden days? Join us as we recap hundreds of years of history in this week’s episode of Adventures with ERNIE.

Before we submerge ourselves in the details of the Titanic disaster next week, let’s take a look at how we got here.

A little drunk history ERNIE style for you today! Grab your favorite cocktail and sit down to enjoy us attempting to be historians for you on this week’s episode {#4} History Lesson!

Episode Links:

https://www.iglucruise.com/200-years-of-cruise-history

https://www.travelagewest.com/Industry-Insight/Business-Features/How-the-Cruise-Industry-Has-Evolved-in-50-Years

https://www.cruiselinehistory.com/a-brief-history-of-the-cruise-ship-industry/

https://www.playbill.com/article/8-rules-every-theatre-person-must-follow-do-you-know-all-of-them-com-373336

 https://www.forbes.com/sites/joemicallef/2020/01/20/state-of-the-cruise-industry-smooth-sailing-into-the-2020s/?sh=3787e9a565fa

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

Want to ask us a question?  Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com!  There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.

The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only.  They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program.  This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.

Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program?  Ship us an email at [email protected].