Cruize Cast

We detail the many cruise options for the winter sailing season as well as give an update on the Carnival Elation dry dock. We also cover recent cruise news including stories from Royal Caribbean and answer listener email.

Inspired by Carnival's raising of their suggested tipping guidelines, we discuss tipping on a cruise ship, including details for all the lines.  We also explore different opinions on tipping and answer questions.

This week we conclude our interview with Scott and JC as they discuss the cruise ports of their Eastern Mediterranean cruise: Dubrovnik, Piraeus, Izmir and Split.  We also include recent cruise news concerning the expansion of Nickelodeon on Norwegian ships and Royal Caribbean's ship deployments.

Our friends, Scott and JC tell us all about their European pre-cruise trip including stops in London, Paris, Disneyland Paris, Switzerland, and Venice. Part 2 (next week) will include the ports of Dubrovnik, Piraeus (Athens), Izmir, and Split. We also discuss the recent upheaval in Greece and the realization of Carnival's Fun Ship 2.0 upgrades.

Today we discuss some of the reasons we think that cruising is becoming more popular in the United States, even with the economic downturn. We also cover recent cruise news from Royal Caribbean and Disney.

This week we talk with Hans from the Disney Cruise Blog about combining a cruise with a Disney World vacation. We give a general overview of the theme parks and resorts and discuss cruise and transportation options. We also recap this week's cruise news from Norwegian Cruise Line and Celebrity.

Today we discuss the big announcement from Carnival with details about the new features that will be coming to most of the line.  Recent cruise news is also featured.

This week we discuss casinos and gambling on a cruise ship. We also talk about recent cruise news featuring stories from Royal Caribbean and Disney as well as recent cruise trends in France and Great Britain.

This week we talk with Jordan and Joan of RCIFans, who are from Great Britain and love sailing Royal Caribbean so much, they have created a website devoted to the cruise line. Jordan tests our Royal Caribbean knowledge with a cruise quiz, and we learn a bit about the Canary Islands from Joan as well as why she loves cruising at the age of 83. We also discuss recent cruise news with stories from Norwegian Cruise Lines, Carnival and some updates on new ships.

Join us as we tour Venice, starting at the cruise terminal, cruising down the Grand Canal, and visiting the top attractions of the city such as the Doge's Palace, Basilica di San Marco, and much more with tips on transportation, lodging and dining. We also discuss recent cruise news with stories from Norwegian and Royal Caribbean.