Cruising the Waves Podcast

Welcome to this week's Cruise Chat! In this episode, we take you on a journey to explore the luxurious world of Scenic Eclipse. Whether you seek adventure, relaxation, or a memorable vacation, this all-inclusive cruise ship has it all.

Join us on this immersive voyage and uncover why Scenic Eclipse is among the top cruise lines for adults. Get ready to be amazed! Don't forget to subscribe for more fascinating travel content. Visit our website for more information. PlentyofSunshineTravel.com.

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Fernanda from Star Clippers for this week's cruise chat.

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Star Clippers is very unique. You will sail like our ancestors did many years ago, letting the wind take you to your destinations. In fact, Star Clippers try their best not to use their engines. They plan the itineraries to go in the direction of the trade winds. The Journeys are created with the wind charts, and the major energy source is wind propulsion—minimal motor emissions, which is safer for the environment.

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You can climb the masts and get quite the view from the platform of the sails. Each day, you watch the beautiful sails being raised and go the way of the ocean.

Most of the rooms don’t have balconies, only on their newest ship are suites with a balcony..Their ships have a deep draft - which means that they sit low in the ocean, and because of this, you will not feel the waves as much as you would on the larger ships. This is an authentic way of sailing ~ It’s not your typical way of sailing, and they are near replicas of the clipper ships from the Golden Age of sailing.

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I would enjoy laying on the netting at the ship's bow and would love to see the dolphins jumping around us.

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Star Clipper has an open bridge policy, which is a ton of fun to pop into the bridge and chat with the captain about the controls and the area around the ship.

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There are knot-tying nautical talks where they teach you to tie knots properly and expertly. You can also “Take the Helm” and steer the ship.

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Local Entertainment with Nightly Dancing Under the Stars & More! PLUS, you will enjoy complimentary Watersports.

You can do snorkelling, kayaking, paddle-boarding, waterskiing, sailing, and more on the Marina Platform.

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One guest left a review for Star Clippers - they said: There is truly no experience as thrilling as a clipper ship, the food is awesome, and the staff is fabulous.

Sailing is for your heart and Soul. The Star Clippers Fleet

Royal Clipper Length 439 feet Draft - 18.4 feet 54,000 square feet of sails.

42 sails, 5 Masts, 227 passengers with 106 Crew. Atria has 114 staterooms, including 3 swimming pools and a B-story interior—a spa & health Club with an observation lounge and a library.

The Star Clippers & Star Flyer is very much like sailing on a private yacht. The length is 379 feet, and the draft is 18.4 feet. 36,200 square feet of sails. She can reach speeds of 5-19 knots with 16 sails and 4 masts. 166 guests are onboard, and you will be serviced by 74 crew.

Star Clippers visits the Caribbean and departs from Barbados on their Windward or Grenadine Islands itineraries.

They also depart from St Maarten on the Leeward itinerary or Treasure Islands itinerary.

Western Mediterranean Italy, Rome, Amalfi, Ponza, Pontine Islands, Sorrento, Sicily Sardinia

Eastern Mediterranean: Croatia, Zadar, Rovini, Korcula & Dubrovnik

Eastern Mediterranean: Greece & Turkey, Southern Cyclades, Athens, Rhodes, Bodrum, Dalyan River, Santorini & Hydra

Eastern Mediterranean: Greece & Turkey, Sporades Highlights, Athens, Dikili, Myrina Limnos, Skiathos, Skopelos & Sporos.

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Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met Kim from Viking for this week's cruise chat.

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I have had the privilege of meeting with Viking previously.

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We took a look at where Viking sails.

Exploring the World in Comfort Rhine Getaway - This 8-day trip offers the famous castles of the Rhine RiverRomantic Danube - This 8-day trip offers the magnificent cities and towns along the Danube RiverGrand European Tour This 15-day trip travels the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers.

Grand European Tour Free Air in July and August

AMSTERDAM TO BUDAPEST15 DAYS • 12 GUIDED TOURS • 4 COUNTRIES

Day 1 Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Day 2 Kinderdijk, The Netherlands

Day 3 Cologne, Germany

Day 4 Koblenz, Germany

Day 5 Miltenberg, Germany

Day 6 Würzburg, Germany

Day 7 Bamberg, Germany

Day 8 Nuremberg, Germany

Day 9 Regensburg, Germany

Day 11 Melk, Austria

Day 12 Vienna, Austria

Day 13 Vienna, Austria

Day 15 Budapest, Hungary.

Vienna to Bucharest

Exploring the World in Comforts.

KEY FACTS: 378 guests, 256 crew, Polar Class 6

Journeys to Antarctica• Antarctic Explorer / 13 Days• Antarctica & South Georgia Island | 19 Days • The Americas & Antarctic Explorer| 42 Days• Longitudinal World Cruise / 69 DaysAntarctica, Discover the "Last Continent"

This ultimate adventure takes you to the Antarctic peninsula, where you will witness towering glaciers, snow-covered landscapes, immense icebergs and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife viewing. In the footsteps of explorers such as Amundsen, Shackleton and Scott, you will be among the few to discover the world's last truly wild frontier. Each day brings new surprises and the opportunity to change plans to maximize wildlife sightings and adapt to ever-changing weather.

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Designed for Views

• With more indoor and outdoor viewing areas than other expedition vessels, guests are as close as possible to the most magnificent scenery on earth.

Viking Expedition ships have been custom-built to fit through the Welland Canal that connects Lake Ontario to Lake Erie. Offering journeys to explore the Great Lakes

VIKING OCTANTIS or POLARIS

• Beam: 77 feet • Width: 78 feet.

The Great Lakes

Journey from nature to culture on purpose-built small ships. Discover natural wonders: from outstanding beauty to historic cities and a deep connection to nature, the Great Lakes are an undiscovered treasure, boasting stunning national parks best explored via tranquil kayaking and hiking. This area is also rich in culture, with world-class museums, vibrant cities and areas steeped in First Nations traditions.

Exploring the World in ComfortsGreat Lakes itineraries

• Niagara & the Great Lakes / Toronto to Milwaukee

• Undiscovered Great Lakes / Thunder Bay to Milwaukee• Great Lakes Explorer | Milwaukee to Thunder Bay

• Great Lakes Collection | Toronto to Duluth

THE ARCTIC

NEW! Canada & the Northwest Passage

Nuuk to Toronto

NEW! Canada & Greenland ExplorerToronto to Nuuk

NEW! Into the Northwest Passage.

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Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Cathy from Atlas Ocean Voyage for this week's cruise chat.

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This is the first time I had the privilege of meeting with Atlas Ocean Voyages, But if you are watching this video later than the upload date, please click the link for our playlist where you can see all of the videos with Atlas Ocean Voyages.

Here is the playlist.

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Atlas is known for intimate yachting expeditions. And you know that I love expedition cruising. I love how it brings you into the heart of the destinations you're travelling to, allowing you to explore deeper, longer, and better. Atlas Ocean Voyages ticks all those boxes for me that I love.

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Their ships were purposely built with Antarctica cruising in mind. But they focus on year-round expeditions wherever they go, not just Antarctica and the high Arctic.

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Atlas Ocean Voyages currently has three in service but will have six intimate yachts on the way. World Navigator was launched in 2021, World Traveller in 2022, and World Voyager in the fall of 2023. World Seeker is coming soon, as are World Adventure and World Discover.

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Atlas Ocean Voyages offers a new way to discover the world in relaxed luxury with a small group of fellow explorers: Intimate Yachting Expeditions. Guests enjoy the freedom to immerse themselves in remote destinations and sail into the heart of iconic cities with an expert crew dedicated to providing an extraordinary, personally curated experience.

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Where does Atlas Ocean voyages cruise to?

Antarctica, the Arctic, The Holy Land and Egypt, Iceland, Greenland, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Patagonia and the Falklands, South America and transoceanic voyages. (repositioning cruises)

YEAR-ROUND EXPEDITIONS

A journey with a purpose, particularly of in-depth exploration and discovery.

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Cultural expeditions will visit the Caribbean, Iceland, Northern Europe, and South America for the curious traveller who loves art, architecture, history and museums.

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The polar expeditions will visit Antarctica, the Arctic Greenland, and Patagonia in the Falklands, and these are for travellers who thrive on a challenge and want to come closer to the most remote corners of our world.

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The epicurean expeditions are in The Holy Land, and Egypt and the Mediterranean are for culinary connoisseurs who want to indulge in fine wine and excellent cuisine.

What is included in the price of the cruise/voyage with Atlas Ocean Voyages?

FREE cultural immersion

FREE dining venues with changing menus.

FREE unlimited beverages, including fine wines, spirits and craft beers.

FREE open bars and lounges, including 24-hour bar service.

FREE stocked in-room minibar.

FREE specialty coffees, teas, and fresh pressed juices.

FREE afternoon and high tea.

FREE champagne and gourmet canapes during your meet and greet

FREE 24-hour room service, including spirits, wine and beer.

FREE bath, amenities,

FREE, prepaid gratuities

FREE use of sticks and binoculars

FREE reusable water bottles

FREE butler, service, and expanded room. Service menu in suites.

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Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Tammy from MSC for this week's cruise chat.

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I have had the privilege of meeting with MSC several times.

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Welcome to a World of Privacy and Luxury.

From its elegant suites to its round-the-clock butler service and concierge reception, the MSC Yacht Club offers the kind of first-class experience expected by the most discerning travellers.

Environmental excellence

Self-sufficient with potable water production, advanced wastewater treatment, solar panels and zero single-use plastic.

Year-round cruises in the Caribbean with four ships in summer 2024, three embarkation ports, and brand-new itineraries

Caribbean cruises from Port Miami (MSC Seascape and MSC Magnifica)

New itineraries to Bermuda or Canada/New England from New York City (MSC Meraviglia)

3 to 7-night cruises from Port Canaveral/Orlando (MSC Seashore)

All ships from Northern American ports call at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve.

Year-round in the Western Mediterranean.

10 Ships in the summer of 2024, up to 21 Embarkation Ports

New Itineraries with Various cruise lengths, from mini to 7-night and longer.

Ships in the Med. from April 2024:

MSC World Europa

MSC Seashore

MSC Fantasia

MSC Grandiosa

MSC Orchestra

MSC Poesia

MSC Seaside

MSC Splendida

MSC Seaview

MSC Sinfonia

Grand Voyages in 2023 & 204 in a nutshell. There are 37 Voyages vs 2024 Voyages in 2022 & 2023

17 Ships vs 15 Ships in 2022 & 202310 to 30 Nights vs 13 to 30 Nights in 2022 & 2023

Asia, Africa, Europe America

35 Countries vs 50 Countries in 2022 & 2023.

The Chance to make a dream come true!

MSC World Cruise 2025. On MSC Magnifica.

You will visit these ports.

AITUTAKI, MOOREA PAPEETE, MARSEILLE, BARCELONA, CASABLANCA, MINDELO, GENOA, CIVITAVECCHIA, NAPLES MESSINA, ALEXANDRIA, SUEZ CANAL TRANSIT, AQABA, SHARM EL-SHEIKH, SAFAGA, BOUNTY, BAY PASSAGE, HANGA ROA VALPARAISO, RAROTONGA, SALVADOR DE BAHIA/RIO DE JANEIRO, BUENOS AIRES, PUERTO MADRYN, PHUKET PENANG, COLOMBO, PORT KLANG, TAURANGA, SINGAPORE, AUCKLAND, BROOME, BAY OF ISLANDS, CHRISTCHURCH, FREMANTLE, SYDNEY, PUERTO MONTT, PUERTO CHACABUCO, USHUAA, STANLET PENNESHAW, ADELAIDE MELBOURNE, EDEN, MILFORD SOUND (cruising Fiordland Park), NAPIER, BUNEDIN.

116 nights, 4 continents, 50 destinations, 7 overnights.

The MSC World America is Debuting in Miami in spring 2025, but Reservations for her are open!

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Quick Facts of World America

Number of guests: 6,762

Length | Beam | Height: 1,093ft| 154ft|220ft

Public space: 430,000 ft

Speed (Max): 21.8/22.7 knots.

MSC WORLD AMERICA 7 NIGHTS OR 14 NIGHTS

From Miami On Saturdays

April to October 2025

Miami (Florida) Ocean Cay, MSC Marine Reserve, Bahamas, Cozumel Mexico, Costal Maya, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Isla De Roatan, Honduras, san Juan, Puerto Rico.

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Cruise Hospitality and Formula 1 Packages in Abu DhabiCabin Only PackageCabin + F1 Ticket PackageCabin + F1 Experience PackageCabin + F1 Premium Hospitality Package.

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Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Ray from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection for this week's cruise chat.

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Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Lesa from Lindblad Expeditions for this week's cruise chat.

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Lindblad reflects on what's below the water's surface and what's above it. Lindblad explores the world's most extraordinary destinations.

With stops that include the Northwest Passage, Alaska, Pacific Northwest, Baja, California, Belize, Guatemala, Costa Rica, the Galapagos Peru, Easter Island, French Polynesia, Amazon, the Caribbean including Bahamas, East Coast US, The Northern parts of Canada, Greenland, Norway, Iceland, the British and Irish Isles, Europe, Mediterranean, Egypt, Africa, the northeast passage, Japan, Vietnam and Cambodia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Australia, New Zealand, and Frank Josef, Land, British, Mediterranean, Egypt and also Africa ~ You are sure to find a destination for you!

You usually look for that bespoke camp when you go on a safari. You are looking for fewer guests with you to approach the wildlife. Lindblad is a small operator that will bring you close to the destinations and show you what is under the ocean surface. Their largest ship has 148 guests, so you'll have individualized attention. You will have those small ships that will bring you right to the heart of the area you want to explore.

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The ships have floor-to-ceiling windows that allow you to see the glaciers and marine & wildlife and explore the destinations that you're sailing to.

In the dining room, every seat has a view outside the windows. The cuisine is local, fresh food that supports the local farmers.

Every aspect of your experience is about exploration! There are two Igloos on the aft of the ship. You can take in the 360° views of the Ocean! Enjoy sleeping overnight in these igloos. You will wake up to the sun rising and inspiring views.

Infinity pools also allow you to be surrounded by the ocean.

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The ships head up the polar regions to Norway and the coast to Svalbard. They go and do the Coasts of Greenland. Lindblad does a circumnavigation of Iceland. They also explore with an Iceland/Greenland itinerary.

Hammocks are placed around the ship, inviting you to unwind and bask in the views. You will sway gently in your hammock, gazing to see a majestic whale breaching the surface. Simply awe-inspiring!

Lindblad explores Galapagos. You need to get out there and explore with Lindblad. You will get once-in-a-lifetime photos.

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Two of their ships visit Alaska. They are small enough to sail comfortably and provide outstanding luxury & service. You get to explore the Alaskan coastline immersed in the luxury of Alaska. The Quest and Venture are in the waterways giving you personalized experiences. Being as close to wildlife as possible, tracking a bear along the coast.

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Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Hilary from Avalon Waterways for this week's cruise chat.

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Hilary is offering you $200 off your booking if you book within two weeks of this video being live. Book by November 1st- and We will deduct $200 of your cruise fare. Reach out right away to take advantage of this promo!

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We then took a look at the Christmas Markets! This has been something that I have wanted to do for years! This is such a fantastic way to experience Europe.

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Each Market is unique, and they have their own experiences and products. THE PERFECT CURE FOR CABIN FEVERWith storied scenery, Stunning old towns, Christmas Markets, Shopping and Mulled Wine.

The first itinerary we looked at was: Christmastime in Alsace & Germany.

This itinerary is Northbound, but you can do this River Cruise in either direction.

CELEBRATE THE SEASON OF SHINING LIGHTS AND SPIRITS BRIGHT IN THE WHITE WINTER VILLAGES OF GERMANY AND FRANCE.

Frankfurt, Speyer, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel Switzerland, Zürich, HIGHLIGHTS

Frankfurt (Embarkation) Enjoy an Onboard Welcome reception. Heidelberg Speyer enjoy a guided visit to Heidelberg Castle, See the great Vat, and Christmas Markets. Christmas Markets in Speyer.

In Strasbourg, you can have a guided tour and visit the La Petite France District and the Gothic Cathedral.

Next, we looked at Christmas on the Danube. 7 days from Vienna to Nuremberg. The Danube casts a nostalgic glow of Christmas past to warm the spirit with magical Christmas markets in Germany and Austria. Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Germany, Grein, Vienna, Salsberg, Vienna. Vienna (Embarkation) There is an onboard Welcome Reception. Vienna: Choice of Guided sightseeing or Culinary tour at Christmas Market. Wachau Valley - melk- Scenic Cruising through the Wachau Valley.

Enjoy a guided visit to the Benedictine Abby in Melk. Onboard Cookie tasting. Passau: Guided Tour Christmas market Regensburg. Guided tour.

Nuremberg: Christmas Traditions Lecture. Guided tour or Nuremberg Rally Grounds Tour or Nuremberg Rally Grounds Tour.

Christmas Market: Nuremberg (Disembarkation) Your cruise ends this morning. Next, we looked at Christmastime in the heart of Germany. 8 Daya Frankfurt to Nuremberg. Unwrap the cherished Traditions of the European Christmas Market in the winter wonderland of Germany.Frankfurt, Germany, Banberg, Volkach, Kitzingen, Wurzburg, Nuremberg.

Frankfurt (Embarkation): onboard welcome receptionMain River Village: choice of guided tour, visit the Bishop's Residenz, or guided hike

Würzburg: guided tour, visit the Bishop's Residenz Kitzingen-Volkach: guided tours: beer tasting on board Bamberg: guided tour, see the Old Town Hall Nuremberg (Disembarkation): your cruise ends this morning.

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Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Andrea from Windstar Cruises for this week's cruise chat.

With 24/7 room service, you can enjoy a dinner delivered to your room course by course. You can enjoy dinner on your balcony or inside your suite.

One of the itineraries we looked at is DREAMS OF TAHITI. The cruise will have you visiting Papeete - Moorea - Raiatea - Motu Mahaea (Tahaa) - Bora Bora - Huahine - Papeete. Then there is TAHITI & THE TUAMOTU ISLANDS, which will have port stops in Papeete - Fakarava - Tiputa, Rangiroa - Motu Mahaea (Tahaa) - Raiatea - Bora Bora - Huahine - Moorea - Papeete.

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Is Tahiti not on your list right now? Windstar has sailings to Costa Rica & Panama Canal and San Juan & the Virgin Islands, with stops in St. Maarten & the Virgin Islands.

You can bask in the sunshine and enjoy the Windward Islands with the Surf and sunsets.

One of the beautiful locations you can also visit is Sicilian Splendors or the Spanish Symphony and the Yachtsman's Harbors of the Rivieras on James Beard Foundation Themed Cruises. You know you will enjoy being a foodie on the James Beard Foundation cruise. Bring your stretchy clothing. You may need it on this cruise!

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Make sure you reach out to me for Windstars 7 for 7 deals. These are seven different itineraries that are reduced for 7 days only. They are quickly gone, barely here for a flash, so check in with me often to see what locations they promote each week!

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Ernie from Uniworld Cruises for this week's cruise chat.

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