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In Episode 52 of the Suite Natured Cruise Cast we talk about one of our favourite topics. Food! 

And in particular the best dishes we've had on board, and what would make up our perfect fantasy meal. 

As usual we also have a chat about some of the more interesting recent cruise news stories, and another of Marky's Songs. This week the challenge was a musical number. 

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In the latest Cruise Cast we delve into our own personal cruising regrets, and poor choices. Discussing various experiences that left us wishing we had made different choices. 

From regrettable excursions to poor dining decisions and cabin selections, and even cruise ship choices. 

There will be a part 2 to this topic at some point, that may involve us have a few glasses of wine first to pluck up courage to tell those stories.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cruise Regrets
01:07 Types of Regrets in Cruising
02:37 Personal Regrets: The Martini Bar Experience
05:26 Excursion Regrets: The Wine Cave Incident
10:08 Ship Regrets: Choosing Ventura
14:21 NCL Epic: A Regretful Choice
15:41 Nostalgic Cruise Experiences
18:12 Regrets and Lessons Learned
21:59 Cruise News and World Records
25:04 Upcoming 

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In our 50th episode of the Suite Natured Cruise Cast we are celebrating all things romance, and look at the best cruise lines, ships and itineraries for that extra something special. 

 As usual we also take a look at some of the more recent cruise stories and another of Markys songs to play us out, with a romantic power ballad

Chapters:

00:00 Setting the Mood for Romance

03:01 Romantic Ships and Destinations

12:45 The Allure of Sexy Ships

15:28 Intimacy in Smaller Ships

18:59 Choosing Romantic Destinations

24:25 Cruise News and Speculations

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In the this episode we dive into the Fjords, looking at which ship or cruise line is best for doing this in Springtime from the UK, or Netherlands. We look at the value for money vs experience and which one we'd personally pick. 

With Dozens of different cruise ships and lines going to the Fjords each year, the costs and options are huge, and that't why we thought we'd have a bit of a deeper dive into this ofter asked question, about one of the worlds top bucket list vacations. 

00:00 Introduction to Springtime Fjord Cruising

01:06 Exploring Cruise Options for Spring Fjords

02:32 Cost Analysis of Various Cruise Lines

06:22 Comparing Different Cruise Experiences

11:16 Evaluating Value for Money in Fjord Cruises

16:11 Unique Experiences with Hurtigruten

20:30 Final Thoughts on Choosing a Cruise

24:51 Cruise Confession: A Humorous Tale

28:09 Cruise News: Updates and Changes

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In episode 48 of the Suite Natured Cruise Cast, we discuss the various annoying and disrespectful behaviours observed on cruises, such as loud FaceTime calls in restaurants, smoking in non-designated areas, and children running in adult-only zones. We also take a look at some of the more interesting recent cruise news stories and as usual end with one of Markys Songs

Chapters

• 00:00:00 Introduction and Mood Music
• 00:01:36 Annoying Cruise Behaviours
• 00:20:06 Cruise News and Developments
• 00:25:02 2026 Trends

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In the latest cruise cast, we are having are diving into the best new cruise ships for 2026. The newest cruise ships that are due to launch in 2026, River, Ocean and Yacht cruising. 

We are also looking at our own cruising plans for 2026 and announcing our next upcoming cruise. And Marky was challenged to create a Ibiza classic song for this week to celebrate our upcoming Virgin Group cruise which overnights on the Island in June 2026.

Which ship, boat or Yacht are you most excited about and why? Let us know in the comments.

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00:00 Introduction to Cruise Cast 47
02:27 Anticipated New Ships for 2026
08:26 Luxury Yachting and Unique Experiences
14:43 Emerging Trends in River Cruising
20:07 Cruise Line Innovations and Upgrades
25:17 Personal Cruise Plans for 2026
32:16 Cruise News and Industry Insights

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In this episode, Linzi and Mark dive into common cruising myths, aiming to debunk or confirm them. 

Discussing topics such as seasickness, boredom on cruises, the misconception that cruising is only for older people, and the belief that cruises are floating petri dishes. They also touch on the inclusivity of cruise packages, the environmental impact of cruises, and the idea that inside cabins are windowless dungeons. 

The episode concludes with some cruise news, including updates on new cruise destinations and changes in cruise line policies.

Chapters:

00:00 Cruising Myths Introduction

02:06 Myth 1: Seasickness on Cruises

04:19 Myth 2: Boredom on Board

06:42 Myth 3: Cruising is for Old People

08:38 Myth 4: Cruises are Floating Petri Dishes

10:35 Myth 5: All-Inclusive Cruises

13:10 Myth 6: Excursions and Ship Departure

18:42 Myth 7: Inside Cabins are Dungeons

20:37 Myth 8: Booking Direct vs. Travel Agents

23:01 Myth 9: Environmental Impact of Cruises

24:00 Myth 10: Buffet Food Quality

24:58 Myth 11: Death on a Cruise

25:55 Cruise News Updates

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In this episode of the Suite Natured Cruise Cast, we delve into the various big gambles you can take when booking a cruise vacation, and nothing to do with the Casino or Bingo. 

From guaranteed cabins to mystery cruises and maiden voyages. We discuss the risks and rewards of each option, share personal experiences, and include a very cheeky cruise confession. The episode wraps up with some cruise news, including a light-hearted story about social media influencers and a celebratory christening of a new cruise ship.

As usual, the Cruise Cast is recorded in real time, unscripted and unedited, so anything can happen, and we never quite know where a conversation is going to go

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In this episode, we delve into the world of cruise loyalty schemes, discussing their effectiveness, the perks they offer, and the changes happening within various cruise lines. We explore popular programs like Virgin's Sailing Club, Celebrity's Captain's Club, and Royal Caribbean's Crown & Anchor tiers, while also evaluating less effective programs. 

We look at the importance of delivering on promises made to loyal customers and we end with a discussion on what an ideal loyalty scheme would look like.

And as usual, take a look at some of the more interesting cruise stories over the past few weeks. 

And, of course, we have another Marky Song!

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00:00 Introduction to Cruise Loyalty Schemes

00:45 Understanding Cruise Loyalty Programs

02:46 Exploring Virgin's Sailing Club

07:31 Celebrity Cruises' Captain's Club

10:12 Royal Caribbean's Loyalty Tiers

12:07 Evaluating Less Effective Loyalty Programs

15:55 Dreaming Up the Perfect Loyalty Scheme

20:43 Challenges and Expectations in Loyalty Programs

23:31 Cruise News and Updates

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In this episode of the Suite Natured Cruise Cast ,we explore the nuances of specialty dining on cruise ships, discussing what makes these dining experiences special, the expectations that come with them, and sharing personal anecdotes from their own dining experiences. 

Delving into the challenges and inconsistencies that can arise in specialty dining, emphasising the importance of quality and service. The conversation also touches on recent cruise news, including changes in itineraries and dining policies.

And we have another Marky Song!

00:00 Introduction to Specialty Dining
02:02 Defining Specialty Dining
04:35 What Makes Specialty Dining Special?
11:56 Examples of Exceptional Specialty Dining Experiences
17:59 Inconsistent Experiences in Specialty Dining
22:12 Preparing for Specialty Dining
25:02 Cruise News and Updates
35:30 Marky's Song 

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