Cruise Conversations Podcast

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What's Cruise Conversations Podcast about?

A weekly podcast hosted by Michael and Frank featuring topics such as cruise news, tips & tricks, cruise recommendations, and much more! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cruiseconversations/support

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Cruise Conversations Podcast episodes:

05.01.2024
Episode 45 - Cruising the Med (Navigating a Med Cruise)
This week we continue our Cruising the Med mini-series! We give tips on how to navigate the Med before, during, and after your cruise. Have something specific you want to hear about in a future episode? Let us know! Ready to...
04.24.2024
Episode 44 - Frank’s Costa Rica Honeymoon and Carnival Sunshine Review
This week we discussed Frank’s 10-night honeymoon in Costa Rica as he explored both the coastal town of Tamarindo, and the rainforest in La Fortuna. We also deep dive into Michael’s review of the Carnival Sunshine after his travel agent...
04.17.2024
Episode 43 - Matthew's (from The Cruise Maps) Cunard Transatlantic Cruise
This week we sit down with Matthew from The Cruise Maps to discuss his recent transatlantic cruise aboard Cunard's Queen Mary II! Hear him discuss the history behind the transatlantic tradition as we talk about his cruise. We also discuss...
04.10.2024
Episode 42 - Cruising the Med (Things to Pack)
This week we start a new mini-series all about sailing the Mediterranean. With the season about to start up we talk over some items we feel are must pack when sailing in the Med! Ready to book a cruise with...
04.03.2024
Episode 41 - Mitchell’s Mariner of the Seas Review
This week we interviewed our friend Mitchell, discussing his recent 4 night cruise onboard Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas. His sailing stopped at CocoCay, where he did Thrill water park, and Nassau, where he adventured the port out on...
03.27.2024
Episode 40 - Cruising from Australia vs Cruising from the US
This week we brought our friends Reuben and Chappell all the way from Australia to compare the experience and culture of cruising from Australia, compared to cruising out of our popular cruise ports in the US. They bring a unique...
03.20.2024
Episode 39 - Top Misconceptions About Cruising
This week’s episode we talk (and laugh) through the top cruising misconceptions. Most of these are things people say or think about cruising way before stepping onboard a ship. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode! Ready to book a cruise...
03.13.2024
Episode 38 - Freedom of the Seas Bachelor Party Live Review
This week we recorded live from our 3 night Freedom of the Seas Bachelor party cruise. The cruise stopped in Nassau and Perfect Day at Cococay, where we got to experience Hideaway Beach for the first time! Let us know...
03.06.2024
Episode 37 - Frank’s Bachelor Cruise Preview
This week we board Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas to celebrate Frank before his wedding. While it’s a quick 3 night sailing, we have a lot planned for the guys and can’t wait to see what the weekend cruise...
02.28.2024
Episode 36 - 14 Night Norwegian Prima (Back to Back) Review With Jeremy
This week we brought our friend Jeremy on the podcast again to discuss his recent back to back cruise on the Norwegian Prima. He talks through his entire experience from the onboard features, the itinerary, and his experience doing the...
02.21.2024
Episode 35 - Our Top 10 Cruising Annoyances
You know more than anyone, we love cruising. It’s our favorite way to travel for many reasons, but we thought it’s only fair to be brutally honest and talk about some of the things that annoy us about cruising as...
02.14.2024
Episode 34 - Wonder of the Seas Review with Mary
This week we brought Frank’s mom, Mary, on to discuss her recent 7 night sailing on Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas. Let us know what you think about her review, and whether you’d like to hear more from her...
02.07.2024
Episode 33 - What Surprised Us The Most About Icon Of The Seas
This week’s episode we go through each neighborhood and discuss some of the WOW factors, as well as some things that took us by surprise! Let us know what you think about the largest cruise ship in the world! Ready to...
01.31.2024
Episode 32 - Celebrity vs Royal Caribbean with Megan
This week we brought on our friend Megan to discuss some of the key differences between Celebrity and Royal Caribbean cruises. While both are owned by Royal Caribbean Group, there are definitely some key differences between the two cruise lines....
01.24.2024
Episode 31 - Our Top 10 Favorite Onboard Activities
This week’s episode is all about our favorite onboard cruise activities. We realize that everyone cruises a little differently, but we wanted to discuss things you find onboard cruise ships today that we thoroughly enjoy doing and look forward to...
01.24.2024
Episode 30 - Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady Cruise Review with Jeremy
This week we have the privilege of interviewing our friend Jeremy, who recently sailed on Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady. In this episode, Jeremy talks about his experience and how it stacks against other cruise lines out there. Ready to book...
01.10.2024
Episode 29 - Cruise News, Industry Speculation, and Wave Season Deals
This week’s episode we start off with some interesting cruise news related to Disney Cruise Line, and speculate on how Royal could be positioning their “Project Discovery” ships. Lastly, we walk through a brief overview of Wave season, and talk...
01.03.2024
Episode 28 - The Royal Debate (Royal vs Carnival)
Today’s episode is a long-awaited discussion, comparing Carnival and Royal Caribbean across several different categories. While it’s not much of a “debate”, we hope this episode allows you to pick the best cruise line for your next cruise! Ready to book...
12.27.2023
Episode 27 - Start, Stop, Keep End of Year Reflection
Today’s episode is a reflection of the cruising industry and the podcast as we walk through things we would like to see started, stopped, and continued into 2024 and beyond. We hope you have an incredible New Years and we will...
12.20.2023
Episode 26 - 15 Things to Avoid on Your Next Cruise!
We spend a lot of time talking about what you should do for your next cruise, how to book it, our recommendations, but there are equally just as many things that we stay clear of when cruising that results in...
12.13.2023
Episode 25 - Ireland Cruise vs Land Vacation with Blake
Today’s episode we interview our guest Blake, discuss his recent Ireland trip, and compare it against a typical European cruise itinerary. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode and we will see you back here next Wednesday! Ready to book a...
12.06.2023
Episode 24 - Our Top 10 Ways to Have a Less Stressful Cruise
Today’s episode we discuss our top 10 ways to have a less stressful cruise. A cruise vacation should be fun and relaxing and hopefully using some of these tips will make your vacation just that! We hope you enjoy this...
11.29.2023
Episode 23 - Does cruise ship size matter?
Today’s episode we discuss whether or not the size of the ship matters when it comes to booking your perfect cruise vacation. Let us know, do you think ship size is an important factor?! We hope you enjoy this week’s episode...
11.22.2023
Episode 22 - Black Friday Deals and Cruise News
Today’s episode we discuss Black Friday cruise deals across the various cruise lines, and why this it's a perfect time to plan your next cruise vacation! In addition, we discuss some cruise news and exciting things happening across the industry. We...
11.15.2023
Episode 21 - Frank's Birthday Cruise Recap with Chris
Today’s episode we recap Frank's birthday cruise on Oasis of the Seas. We are joined by our friend Chris (@knowchris), who was one of 13 others who sailed with Frank. Hear about how they spent their time on the ship...
11.08.2023
Episode 20 - Marina's Bachelorette Cruise Review
Today’s episode we talk with our friend Marina about a recent bachelorette party (Congrats Anna!!) that she was a part of onboard the Carnival Sunshine out of Charleston, SC. Her and her friends stayed booked and busy! We discuss how...
11.01.2023
Episode 19 - Frank's Birthday Cruise Preview
Today’s episode we talk through Frank's birthday cruise on Oasis of the Seas. We talk over how the idea came to be, how it was all coordinated, and what they plan to do throughout the cruise. We hope you enjoy...
10.25.2023
Episode 18 - Booking Your Perfect Stateroom
Today’s episode we breakdown the various stateroom categories across various cruise lines to help you pick the perfect stateroom for your next cruise. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode and we will see you back here next Wednesday! Ready to...
10.18.2023
Episode 17 - Cruise Line Nightly Entertainment
Today’s episode we discuss the various entertainment options across various cruise lines, comparing the offerings and discussing our favorite things to do after dinner. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode and we will see you back here next Wednesday! Ready...
10.11.2023
Episode 16 - A look into Virgin Voyages
Today’s episode we discuss the new cruise line, Virgin Voyages, and the different features, food, and entertainment onboard, as well as the differences between Virgin and the other major cruise lines. We hope you enjoy this week's episode and will...
10.04.2023
Episode 15 - Why you should book with a travel agent + Our BIG announcement!
Today's episode we discuss what benefits come with booking with a travel agent! We also make a big announcement of how cruise conversations is expanding! We hope you enjoy this weeks episode and will see you back here next Wednesday....
09.27.2023
Episode 14 - Our thoughts on the new main dining room menus
Today’s episode we walk through the recent menu changes for Royal Caribbean and Carnival, and discuss Frank’s experience in the main dining room onboard Enchantment of Seas. As always, if you have any questions or topic suggestions for a future...
09.20.2023
Episode 13 - Frank's Mediterranean Cruise Recap
Episode 13 - Frank’s Mediterranean Cruise Review Todays episode we walk through the details of Frank’s recent Mediterranean cruise, where he sailed to Italy, Greece, and Turkey. During the episode, Frank talks about what he did at each port, and...
09.13.2023
Episode 12 - Teller’s First Cruise Review
Today’s episode we interview Teller, who recently tried cruising for the first time. During the episode, Teller gives his honest opinion of cruising after going on Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas. As always, if you have any questions or...
09.06.2023
Episode 11 - Frank's Mediterranean Cruise Preview
Today's episode we preview Frank and his Fiancée’s trip over to Europe as they do a week-long Mediterranean cruise on Enchantment of the Seas! We talk over the itinerary and what they have planned for the week as they visit...
08.30.2023
Episode 10 - Cruising During Hurricane Season
Today’s episode we discuss what you need to know about taking a cruise during hurricane season. We also share our experience of cruising during Hurricane Dorian in 2019 and discuss some changes that were made to both our ship and...
08.23.2023
Episode 9 - Our Quick Guide to Cruise Line Private Islands
Today’s episode we discuss each of the private islands offered across the various cruise lines, and talk about our favorites, as well as private islands we hope to try in the near future. Let us know what your favorite island...
08.16.2023
Episode 8 - Should you buy a drink package for your next cruise?
Today’s episode we discuss the different drink package options across the various cruise lines, and talk about how you should go about determine if a drink package makes sense for your next cruise. As always, if you have any questions...
08.09.2023
Episode 7 - Don’t forget to pack these items for your next cruise!
Today’s episode we discuss items that we would never leave home without as we’re packing for an upcoming cruise. We feel that having these items on your upcoming cruise may help give you a slightly elevated cruising experience. As always,...
08.02.2023
Episode 6 - Our 10 Favorite Cruise Dining Venues
Today’s episode we discuss 10 of our favorite dining venues we’ve eaten at while at sea. There are so many great food options on cruise ships today across the 3 main categories: complimentary, à la carte, or specialty dining ....
07.26.2023
Episode 5 - Our Favorite Caribbean Cruise Ports
Today's episode we talk through the different Caribbean cruise itineraries, our favorite ports of call, and some recommendations for things to do at each one. We hope you enjoy this episode! As always, please submit any future podcast topics or...
07.19.2023
Episode 4 - Our 10 Tips For Newer Cruisers
Today's episode we discuss 10 cruising tips that we have for newer cruisers, and share a couple of stories about our experiences leveraging these tips. We believe everyone will get something out of this episode, regardless of how long you've...
07.12.2023
Episode 3 - Icon of the Seas Preview
Today's episode we walk through the current deck plans for Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas and discuss what we are looking forward to the most across the 8 distinct neighborhoods. As always, if you have any questions or topic...
07.05.2023
Episode 2 - Carnival Celebration Review
Today's episode we discuss Michael's recent cruise on Carnival's newest and largest excel-class ship which sailed 6 nights from Miami to Roatan, Cozumel, and Costa Maya. If you have any questions or topic suggestions that you would like to have...
06.28.2023
Episode 1 - Our Journey Into Cruising
Today's episode we cover how we got hooked on cruising, our favorite aspects of the cruise vacation, and what we are looking forward to in the future across the various cruise lines. If you have any questions or topic suggestions...
06.21.2023
Episode 0 - Our quick intro podcast!
Welcome to the Cruise Conversations podcast. Today's episode is an a quick introductory podcast telling you who we are, and what we plan to cover with future weekly episodes as we deep dive into all aspects of cruising! If you...

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Cruise Conversations Podcast episodes:

Episode 45 - Cruising the Med (Navigating a Med Cruise)

Episode 44 - Frank’s Costa Rica Honeymoon and Carnival Sunshine Review

Episode 43 - Matthew's (from The Cruise Maps) Cunard Transatlantic Cruise

Episode 42 - Cruising the Med (Things to Pack)

Episode 41 - Mitchell’s Mariner of the Seas Review

Episode 40 - Cruising from Australia vs Cruising from the US

Episode 39 - Top Misconceptions About Cruising

Episode 38 - Freedom of the Seas Bachelor Party Live Review

Episode 37 - Frank’s Bachelor Cruise Preview

Episode 36 - 14 Night Norwegian Prima (Back to Back) Review With Jeremy

Episode 35 - Our Top 10 Cruising Annoyances

Episode 34 - Wonder of the Seas Review with Mary

Episode 33 - What Surprised Us The Most About Icon Of The Seas

Episode 32 - Celebrity vs Royal Caribbean with Megan

Episode 31 - Our Top 10 Favorite Onboard Activities

Episode 30 - Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady Cruise Review with Jeremy

Episode 29 - Cruise News, Industry Speculation, and Wave Season Deals

Episode 28 - The Royal Debate (Royal vs Carnival)

Episode 27 - Start, Stop, Keep End of Year Reflection

Episode 26 - 15 Things to Avoid on Your Next Cruise!

Episode 25 - Ireland Cruise vs Land Vacation with Blake

Episode 24 - Our Top 10 Ways to Have a Less Stressful Cruise

Episode 23 - Does cruise ship size matter?

Episode 22 - Black Friday Deals and Cruise News

Episode 21 - Frank's Birthday Cruise Recap with Chris

Episode 20 - Marina's Bachelorette Cruise Review

Episode 19 - Frank's Birthday Cruise Preview

Episode 18 - Booking Your Perfect Stateroom

Episode 17 - Cruise Line Nightly Entertainment

Episode 16 - A look into Virgin Voyages

Episode 15 - Why you should book with a travel agent + Our BIG announcement!

Episode 14 - Our thoughts on the new main dining room menus

Episode 13 - Frank's Mediterranean Cruise Recap

Episode 12 - Teller’s First Cruise Review

Episode 11 - Frank's Mediterranean Cruise Preview

Episode 10 - Cruising During Hurricane Season

Episode 9 - Our Quick Guide to Cruise Line Private Islands

Episode 8 - Should you buy a drink package for your next cruise?

Episode 7 - Don’t forget to pack these items for your next cruise!

Episode 6 - Our 10 Favorite Cruise Dining Venues

Episode 5 - Our Favorite Caribbean Cruise Ports

Episode 4 - Our 10 Tips For Newer Cruisers

Episode 3 - Icon of the Seas Preview

Episode 2 - Carnival Celebration Review

Episode 1 - Our Journey Into Cruising

Episode 0 - Our quick intro podcast!

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