Just Cruisin' with Larry

In cruise news: Larry details the recent grounding incident with Norwegian Escape and segues into the absolute need for travel insurance. Larry provides his recommendations for a minimum travel coverage and having a travel advisor to guide you.  In other great news the CDC lowers the the risk level for cruise ships and more and more destinations are reducing or eliminating  their restrictions on travel.  Larry offers his thoughts on the CDC decision and what it means.  In other news Larry and Lynda are off this week for a cruise aboard Celebrity Millennium escorting a group cruise fundraiser. Larry explains a fund raising cruise.  Hawaii is reopening Larry offers a sneak peak review of their upcoming annual Hawaii Cruise Tour (date to be announced). All of this plus Larry's cruise tips of the week

In cruise news: Canada welcomes back cruise ships, Larry explains why that is a big deal.  Do you need a passport for a cruise? Larry explains the importance of keeping your passport and other ID's up to date. The mask mandate for public transportation extended once again. Holland America extends their " Worry Free Promise Policy"

People are looking to river cruise closer to home. Larry details the cruise lines and itineraries sailing right here in the United States,  American Queen Voyages, American Cruise Lines and Viking River Cruises. From our cruise tip desk: embarkation day alternatives to the buffet, and ships clocks versus your smart phone time beware.  And speaking of smartphones Larry details how you can store you vaccination card and other documents on your smartphone..

How Was your Week?

In cruise news: Russia is absorbing all the oxygen, Larry provides the latest update so far. Cruise lines get together to create the Healthy Sail Panels, Larry explains and brings news of vaccination mandates for cruise ships from Dr. Gotlieb.  Wonder of the Seas makes her maiden voyage from Fort Lauderdale and is coming to Port Canaveral. Larry and Lynda to escort on the inaugural cruise out of Port Canaveral. American Cruise Lines offering pre and post packages on their Columbia and Snake River itineraries. Virtual lifeboat drills! Who Knew?

Panama Cruises 101. Larry details what to expect and explains full  transit and partial transit cruises.  And finally Larry explains Celebrity Cruises "Always Included" fares.

In cruise news: More good news from the CDC and masking requirements onboard cruise lines. Changes to children under five allowed onboard cruise lines. Ukraine and Russia ports removed from this summers cruise destinations. Hawaii announces the return of the Waikiki Space Jam, what is the Waikiki Space Jam? Larry details their upcoming fund raising cruise for the  Tunnel to Towers Foundation.  Alaska 101 all you need to know to book your Alaska cruise. hey there Melbourne listeners, check out the Distinctive Travels Group Club. And finally one of Larry's ten tips to save money on your next cruise and the cruise tip of the week.

Larry and Bill react to the CDC lowering the travel advisory for cruise ships. Mask requirements are going away so says; Norwegian, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Oceania and Regent Seven Seas.  Canada lifts the PCR testing requirement for air arrivals. Tourism rebounds big time in Florida.  For only $450K you to can be one of the first aboard Virgin Galactic. In cruise news; Royal Caribbean's "Wonder of the Seas' and Disney's "Wish" to come to Port Canaveral. There has never been a better time to book a cruise.  Larry details their upcoming fund raising cruise for the  Tunnel to Towers Foundation.  And finally one of Larry's ten tips to save money on your next cruise.

Larry and Bill discuss Larry's recent cruise with Celebrity Reflection and the ports of call included. The suite life and what is it like to cruise today.

In cruise news: CDC's new voluntary Conditional Sail Order Requirements and CLIA's response to the CDC. With all this Larry details the value of having a travel advisor when it comes to cruising.

In other news the Spirit / Frontier merger, could this become the world's most complained about airline? And finally Larry details a very special cruise in support of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

How Was your Week?

On this weeks show Larry and Bill react to the latest news from some of the cruise lines demanding booster vaccinations to board. Larry details an escorted cruise to Bermuda on Royal Caribbean in support of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. What's the status with river cruising in Europe? Larry has details, it is a great time to fly to Europe. When will cruising get back to normal Larry and Bill discuss the three legs of this stool for a return to cruising as we remember it. The pandemic has brought about some positive changes in the cruise industry. Larry details the new touch-less app and boarding procedure that significantly speeds up the process to board the and begin enjoying the ship. And finally we wrap the episode with Larry's cruise tips, or should we say Lynda's cruise tips

Keep on Cruisin'

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On this weeks show Larry and Bill react to the latest news from the CDC on the now voluntary conditional sail order. Not really so voluntary! Larry details an escorted cruise to Bermuda on Royal Caribbean. Did you every wonder what were the most confiscated items at the TSA and airports? Bill asks if you need a passport to cruise, hear Larry's advice. Port Canaveral is in the news, rated number one by CruiseHive members. In other Port Canaveral news, Royal Caribbean's " Wonder of the Seas" to arrive in November for new sailing from the port. Larry and Bill review the ship with a particular focus on the new speciality dining venue you with a Southern flavour. Or is It?

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On this weeks show Larry talks about the current state of cruising. Good news from the CDC but will it change anything with regard to upcoming cruises.

Oh no! Norwegian and Royal Caribbean cancel upcoming cruises but there is more to this story Larry has details. And speaking of canceling a cruise there has never been better time to book a cruise. Larry explains the new and improved cruise cancellation policies. Do you have special needs or know someone who has cruising is a great option Cruise Holidays of Viera .

Ever wonder what the crews of the ships were up to during the pandemic? Larry talks about where the ships were the impact on the crews and how it is affecting them today. A special shout out to the various port ministries that help with the crews so far away from home. Stay tuned until the end of the show for a new segment: Larry's Cruise tips and cruise picks for the week.

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Cruising is back and so is Just Cruisin' Popular radio show host and travel expert Larry Jackson owner of Cruise Holidays of Viera returns to Youtube and podcasting. Join Larry on this weeks episode as he details what they have been up to the last 20 months, what he sees for cruising in 2022 and beyond. Hear what was it like to be aboard a cruise ship when cruising was shut down and what is it like now. Larry & Lynda have already sailed six times since July 2021. Larry looks at the new health and safety protocols implemented by the big three cruise line holding companies Royal Caribbean Group, Norwegian Holdings and Carnival Corporation. Alaska cruises and the Caribbean cruises looking to be hot for 2022 and beyond. Larry has details on two special cruises exclusive to Cruise Holidays of Viera. And finally a word about CDC's latest guidance on cruising Larry provides the rest of the story so cruisers can make an educated decision.