Cruising the Waves Podcast

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Cruising the Waves Podcast episodes

May 05, 2022 Episode 83 Skip Cruising the Drake and Get Closer To The Wildlife Faster With Silversea Cruises
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Karl from Silversea Expeditions, and we discussed Karl's recent trip to Antarctica on Silver Explorer.
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I love that Silversea has understood that some people get very seasick while cruising the Drake. ~ I 100% understand that! While I love cruising, sometimes my stomach does not. So, Silversea has created an option to help people like me who get a little sick and want to spend more time in the desired destination. Silversea has created an itinerary that will fly directly to the cruise ship!
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They will roll out the red carpet for you and fly us on a charter flight to Antarctica. (literally a red carpet!) The meal served on your flight is locally made and sourced ingredients.
I would love to be greeted by a penguin any day as far as I am concerned! This trip is on my bucket list! Is it on yours?
I love expedition cruising and how these small ships get you so close to the wildlife.
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If you are interested in learning more about this Silversea Voyage or any other fantastic Silversea itineraries, please reach out to me at [email protected] to discuss their phenomenal itineraries.
You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you.
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April 29, 2022 Episode 82 Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Grand Voyage and Exotic itineraries 2022 & 2023 and 2024
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Beverly from Regent Seven Seas Cruises and we discussed their Exotic Itineraries that you can enjoy in 2023 and beyond.
I love that Regent Seven Seas has so many inclusions in their cruise fare.
As Beverly said, other cruise lines have added those inclusions and so Regent responds by adding even more items included in your fare!
Some of the itineraries are
Australia & New Zealand   ~ includes free Business Class air on intercontinental flights ~ Over 11 FREE 3-night Pre or Post Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages ~ up to 301 FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions in 21 ports of call 2023 & Spring 2024 are sold out. New Dates are on their way!
Sydney to Singapore on Seven Seas Explorer Australia & New Zealand & South Pacific Aussie Immersion. 19 night ~ January 19, 2024. Up to 45 FREE Shore Excursions.
Kiwi & Aussie Brilliance
Auckland To Bali on Seven Seas Navigator
18 nights March 4, 2024. Up to 29 FREE Shore excursions.
Asia Cruises include Free Business Air on Intercontinental Flights. Over 8 FREE 3-nigh Pre or post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages. Up to 745 Free Unlimited Shore excursions. 61 ports of call. 18 Overnight Stays. 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
A Culinary Journey Through Asia
Hong Kong to Bali on Seven Seas Explorer
15 Nights November 20, 2023. Up to 50 FREE shore excursions.
Onsens & overnights in Japan Roundtrip Tokyo on Seven Seas Explorer 12 nights.
March 6, 2024. Up to 44 FREE shore excursions.
Asian Wonders & Arabian Nights
Bangkok to Abu Dhabi on Seven Seas Navigator 20 Nights. Departs April 5, 2024. up to 64 FREE Shore excursions.
Game Drives & Birding Adventures
Capetown to Capetown on Seven Seas Voyager
15 nights. December 28, 2023. Up to 20 FREE Shore excursions.
Cape to Coast Crossing
Capetown to Rio De Janerio on Seven Seas Voyager 14 nights. January 12, 2023. up to 12 FREE Shore Excursions.
South America Machu Picchu & Chilean Fjords
Lima to Buenos Aires on Seven Seas Mariner 21 nights. December 19, 2022. Up to 49 FREE Shore Excursions.
Sublime Antarctic Adventure
Buenos Aires to Santiago on Seven Seas Voyager 19 nights. January 29, 2023. 32 FREE Shore Excursions
Amazon River - Rio De Janeiro to Miami on Seven Seas Voyager 21 nights. March 15, 2023. Up to 43 FREE Shore Excursions.
We then discussed Regents Grand Adventure 78 nights. New York to Barcelona. June 23, 2023
59 nights. Sydney to Tokyo on January 19, 2024
If you are interested in learning more about Regent Seven Seas Exotic Voyages, please reach out to me at [email protected], and we can discuss their ship and these BEAUTIFUL itineraries.
You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd and I will get back to you.
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April 21, 2022 Episode 81 Silversea Shadow Alaska July 2022 I Am Going Plus A Special Bonus Just For You
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Markian from Silversea Cruises and we discussed the Alaska itinerary that sails from Seward Alaska from July 21 to 28 2022.
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A deeper look at their 7-day Alaska itinerary on Silver Shadow. There are quite a few extra perks when you book through my agency!
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The itinerary is:
Seward Alaska
Cruise Hubbard Glacier Alaska
Juneau (Alaska)
Skagway (Alaska)
Sitka (Alaska)
Ketchikan, Alaska
Cruise Inside Passage
Vancouver
Silversea Shadow is perfect for cruisers who want to discover and learn about the culture you are visiting, with fewer cabins onboard you have more personal space and a butler for every suite! Plus, when you book with me you will get the upgraded complimentary Shore Excursion.
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If you are interested in learning more about Silversea in Alaska, please reach out to me at [email protected], and we can discuss their ship and this BEAUTIFUL itinerary. You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you.
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44 min
April 13, 2022 Episide 80 With Riviera River Cruises Seine Paris and Normandy. Moving Historic Experiences
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Marilyn from Riviera Cruises and we discussed some of their moving historic itineraries that are not to be missed!
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A deeper look at their 8-day Seine, Paris & Normandy on MS Jane Austen.
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The itinerary is
Pairs,
Les Andelys,
Rouen,
Caudebec-en-Caux,
Ponte Du Hoc & Bayeux,
Arromanches,
Normandy Beach & Cementary,
Honfleur,
Giverny & Vernon,
Returning to Paris
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Riviera is perfect for cruisers who want to discover and learn about the culture you are visiting, with fewer cabins onboard you have more personal space. Their no single supplement rooms sell out fast!
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Their "Happiness Guarantee" is a sign that they are so sure you will love cruising with them, if you are not, they will fly you home and give you a full refund!
If you are interested in learning more about Riviera Cruises, please reach out to me at [email protected], and we can discuss their ship and brand new itineraries.
You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you.
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March 16, 2022 Episode 79 With Avalon Full Overview of Brand New Itineraries and What is Included
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Hillary from Globus who is the parent company of Avalon Waterways for this week's episode.
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We discussed why it is time to rediscover Avalon!
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We took a look at everything that is included. Avalon is perfect for more active cruisers who want to discover and learn about the culture you are visiting.   Avalon's staterooms are laid out so well! The first thing you see in the morning when you open your eyes is not a wall, but the area you visiting!
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If you are interested in learning more about Avalon Waterways, please reach out to me at [email protected], and we can discuss their ships and brand new itineraries and what makes Avalon unique
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The FIVE differences with Avalon are
1. Their Panoramic Suites
2. Curated Experiences
3. Active & Discovery Choices
4. Special Interest ~ Storytelling
5. Short & Suite ~ Shorter itineraries to try out River Cruising.
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For more information on cruising with Avalon and obtaining a quote, please email me at [email protected] or fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you.
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43 min
March 16, 2022 Episode 78 With Viking Cruises Expedition Cruising Has Come a Long Way, Every Comfort Thought of
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Kim from Viking for this week's episode.
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We discussed Viking's brand new expedition ships and itineraries!
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Every single detail is well thought through. These ships are fantastic! Viking really makes it easy for everyone to cruise expedition, they load the Zodiacs inside where it's stable and comfortable. So even people with limited mobility can still do expeditions.
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From the Arctic to the Antarctic, they have an itinerary for you. If you are interested in learning more about Viking Expedition, please reach out to me at [email protected], and we can discuss their new ships and brand new itineraries.
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For more information on cruising with Viking and obtaining a quote, please email me at [email protected] or fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you.
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February 17, 2022 Episode 77 With Azamara Time to Rediscover Why Azamara is THE Cruise Line to Explore Deeper
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Margarita from Azamara for this episode.
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We discussed why it is time to rediscover Azamara!
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Azamara is welcoming their fourth ship soon! Their ship names are Pursuit, Quest, Journey & now Onward. I love the names of their ships. It makes me think of moving forward and exploring!
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The ships have been redesigned and renovated for your comfort.
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Azamara has more late-night and overnight stays than any other cruise line. Because they have smaller ships, you can see the smaller, less touristy ports. This is exactly how I love to travel!
I love how you get to stop in Bordeaux & Seville, Spain, which the large ocean liners cannot get to.
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They are introducing 22 brand new itineraries! I can't wait!
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If you are interested in learning more about Azamara, please reach out to me at [email protected], and we can discuss their new ship and brand new itineraries.
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For more information on cruising with Azamara and obtaining a quote, please email me at [email protected] or fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you.
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You can also contact me directly at [email protected].
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January 28, 2022 Episode 76 Talking with Guillame from Oceania Cruises about Cruise Trends and What Oceania Offers
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Guillame from Oceania for this week's episode.
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We chatted about what Oceania is offering right now and what trends are happening in the industry. One of the significant trends is booking far in advance. If you want to get the stateroom of your choice, it is best to book more than a year or two away.
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Also, another trend is booking more extended cruise vacations. If you are not ready for a world cruise. - plus the fact that they sell out with hours! You can book a cruise that is 70 days. This is the perfect Segway into seeing if a world cruise is for you. A tiny sample of a long voyage, but not as long as a world cruise.
If you are interested in trying out one of Oceania's longer itineraries and being pampered for a more extended cruise than you can get on any other cruise line, please reach out to me at [email protected] to get you on board.
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For more information on cruising with Oceania and obtaining a quote, please email me at [email protected] or fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you.
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You can also contact me directly at [email protected]
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January 19, 2022 Episode 75 With Explora Journeys, A Brand New Journey and Peak at Extraordinary Itineraries.
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Aimee from Explora Journeys for this week's episode.
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We looked at what makes Explora Journeys stand apart from other cruise lines. Explora Is not another cruise line, its a destination in its self! Its a "Journey"
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Explora Journeys has many ships on order, and they are launching their Explora I in May 2023, Explora II in Spring of 2024, Explora III in 2025 & The last ship Explora II in 2026. These ships will feature 461 oceanfront suites, all with private terraces. They will have nine dining venues, four pools, private cabanas, a spa and entertainment. These venues look more like a hotel, than a cruise ship. Everything has been thought through and it shows!
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Explora I will sail in North and South America, Hawaii, Iceland & Greenland, Northern Europe as well as The Caribbean and The USA & East coast of Canada and the Mediterranean.
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There will be so many Inaugural Journeys which are starting in May of 2023 all the way to May of 2024. I cannot wait to sail with Explora!
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The Grand Journeys Collection is from May - June 2023 with a Mediterranean Grand Journey. 40 night sailing.
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July- August 2023 is a 44 night Journey in Northern Europe.
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January - March 2024 is a 58 nigh South American Journey
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For more information on cruising and obtaining a quote, please email me at [email protected] or fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you.
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January 06, 2022 Episode 74 With Princess cruises a Look at Their Brand New Itineraries and Panama Canal
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Cindy from Princess Cruises for this week's episode.
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We looked at what makes Princess Cruises stand apart from other cruise lines. Princess really brings the destination back on board for deep immersive learning and experiences.
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Princess has opened up their 2022 Summer itineraries to the Caribbean, Europe and Canada and New England, as well as Alaska and Japan.
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Summer 2023 is open to Alaska, Japan & Europe as well as the America's. World Cruise 2024 opened on November 11
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If you are interested in learning more about Princess Medallion reach out to us at [email protected]
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The Discovery Princess is here!
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There will be all new ships in 2023 & 2025.
Every ship now has the Medallions in service. 2024 will be opening SOON for Asia and Japan, South America
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Princess takes more guests to the Panama Canal than any other cruise line. with 26 departures and 6 unique itineraries!
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Enjoy the Panama Canal with the following sailings
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10 day roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale & 15 day Ocean to Ocean sailing between Fort Lauderdale, Los Angeles or San Francisco.
Princess offers some incredible value in their Princess Plus program! You get $95 of value each day for just $40! You get the Premier Beverage Package, Unlimited Wifi & Daily crew Appreciation.
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Princess Book with Confidence program is outstanding! You can change your plans 30 days prior to your cruise and receive your cancellation fees back as a future cruise credit. This applies to bookings made by December 31, 2021 and for cruises sailing up to April 30, 2022. Should you test positive and cannot sail you will revieve the dame FCC and redund within 30 days of sailing.
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For more information on cruising and obtaining a quote, please email me at [email protected] or fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you.
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