Just Cruisin' with Larry

On this weeks show Larry details their most recent cruise with Silversea to Alaska. For those of you looking to step up to luxury Silversea's Alaska is a great option. In other Alaska cruise news; Norwegian Sun hits an iceberg. Royal Caribbean's Ovation of the Seas develops propulsion issues. Royal Caribbean President Michael Bailey says the industry got a bad rap during Covid. Larry details their upcoming Tunnel to Towers fund-raising cruise on Wonder of the seas. And finally in sad news, Larry signs off from WMMB but invites you to catch his podcast..  How was your week?

On this weeks show it's All about Oceania Cruises with Jill Hanlon. Regional Director Of Sales And Marketing for Oceania Cruises joins Larry to discuss whats new at Oceania. Jill details the history of Oceania including their upcoming 20th anniversary. Oceania is noted for three things: small luxury ships, curated travel experiences, and five star cuisine according to Hanlon.  Jill details the six ships currently in the water with Oceania and previews the upcoming new ship, Oceania Vista. Larry raves about the onboard dining overseen by the renowned Jacque Pepin, and Jill details the specialty dining.  Learn what's included with on an Oceania cruise as Jill describes the OLife Choice program and more.

On this weeks show  Larry details the inaugural cruise of the Wonder of the Seas from Port Canaveral, a fundraiser for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.  In cruise news: CDC drops inbound Covid testing, a boon for travel. Cruise lines return to Australia, Princess leads the way.  Larry's main feature this week details two of his favorite river cruises. AmaWaterways Vietnam and Cambodia along the Mekong. And the discover the secrets of the Nile and Egypt Larry details his experience on one of the early river cruises in Egypt in 2005.

On this weeks show it's All about Azamara Cruises with Lionel Garcia. Strategic Business Development Manager at Azamara Cruises joins Larry to discuss whats new at Azamara. Larry and Lionel discuss the history of the line, does anyone remember Renaissance Cruise Line. Lionel details where they sail, whats included, the dining and what Azamara likes to call AzAmazing Evenings. Larry raves about the food as Lionel details some of the dining experiences such as White Night dining. Azamara specializes in country intensive cruises a program unique to Azamara, Lionel provides details. And finally Larry and Lionel discuss upcoming voyages and the launch of their newest ship the Azamara Onward.

On this weeks show Larry chats with Christina Falcone, Market Sales Manager at Celebrity Cruises. Larry and Christina discuss the history of Celebrity  Cruises and how it came to be known for the X on its ships funnels and in marketing. They take a deep dive into the three classes of ships in Celebrity's fleet including their Galapagos expedition ships. Christina talks about her recent cruise to the Galapagos. What you should expect on a Celebrity Cruise.  And finally Christian and Larry discuss the origins of the very popular marketing effort "Always Included"

On this weeks show Larry reviews one his favorite tour providers, Tauck Tours. Have you taken advantage of the new dining options aboard cruise ships yet? Larry explains the various options available including how the speciality restaurants work. In cruise news Carnival CEO to retire, Cruise lines are now selling to full capacity but still sailing at 50 to 85 percent capacity. Hawaii is is open for business. Larry also covers the latest on the protocols with regard to masking and boarding the ships in light of the latest developments with the CDC.

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Larry interviews Jo Anne Cotterman, Strategic Accounts Manager forRoyal Caribbean. Jo Anne updates Larry on Royal Caribbean's return to cruising. Ships are now allowed to sail at 100% occupancy, 23 ships of 26 are now in service with the next three coming soon. Jo Anne details the covid related requirements to board, and the elimination of onboard mask requirements. Larry and Jo Anne preview the news class of ships coming to Royal Caribbean the Icon Class. Speaking of new ships Wonder of the Seas is coming to Port Canaveral, Larry and Jo Anne discuss the newest ship and its many new features in the Oasis class.  Larry previews an special sailing for the ship.  And finally are you ready for a Perfect Day and Coco Cay, Royal Caribbeans amazing private island.

Larry's Interview with Port Canaveral Commissioner retired U.S. Coast Guard Admiral Wayne Justice. Larry and Wayne detail the impact of the pandemic the last 20 months on the port and what the port authority did during that time to get ready for the restart of cruising.

On the show this week Larry reviews Windstar Cruises. In cruise news: Cruise with Confidence cancel your cruise with in 48 hours is going away. Royal Caribbean announces its next ship, Utopia of the Seas.  Self Serve buffets are back. and Disney Wish heads for sea trials. All of this plus Larrys cruise tips of the week.

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Larry are just back from a 10 day Southern Caribbean cruise aboard Celebrity Cruises Millennium.  Larry details the cruise and visit to several islands that they have not been there before. Speaking of Celebrity Cruises Larry explains the differences between Celebrity's three classes of ships, Millennium, Solstice and Edge classes.  In cruise news: CDC drops it tiered travel warnings for cruise ships, Larry updates on the Norwegian Escape grounding, Norwegian announces an increase in gratuities. Larry explains river cruising trends its just not Europe anymore.