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Cruise Conversations Podcast

Cruise Conversations

A weekly podcast hosted by Michael and Frank featuring topics such as cruise news, tips & tricks, cruise recommendations, and much more!

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00:34:54

Cruise Specialty Dining: Is It Worth It? Pros & Cons...

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2026/04/08

Episode 146In this episode of Cruise Conversations, we’re breaking down the pros and cons of specialty dining on cruise ships and helping you decide if it’s actually worth the extra cost on your next sailing. From steakhouse dinners and Italian restaurants to dining packages and unique onboard experiences, we dive into what specialty dining really is and how it compares to the included options like the main dining room and buffet.We cover:• The biggest benefits of specialty dining (food quality,

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00:30:18

Liberty of the Seas Guys’ Cruise Preview: Over/Under,...

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2026/04/01

Episode 145In this episode of Cruise Conversations, we’re joined by Blake to preview our upcoming guys' cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Liberty of the Seas. This is our second annual guys trip, and we’re breaking down everything we have planned for this 3-night sailing to Nassau and Perfect Day at CocoCay.We kick things off by talking through what worked (and what didn’t) from last year’s cruise, including why staying onboard in Nassau might actually be the best move. We also share some tips on

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00:55:55

Carnival Jubilee Review: The Cruising Bears'...

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2026/03/25

Episode 144In this episode of Cruise Conversations, Jeremy and Lory from The Cruising Bears join us again to break down their recent 7-night Western Caribbean sailing aboard Carnival Jubilee.Sailing out of Galveston, they share what it’s really like onboard one of Carnival’s newest Excel-class ships, from embarkation chaos during a rare Texas freeze to turning Platinum status mid-cruise.We dive into everything you want to know, including:First impressions of Carnival Jubilee and its layoutA unique

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00:39:08

Norwegian Dawn Review: Why You Shouldn’t Sleep on...

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2026/03/18

Episdoe 143In this episode of Cruise Conversations, Thad joins the podcast to share a full review of his recent 7-night sailing aboard Norwegian Dawn from Tampa. As one of Norwegian Cruise Line’s smaller and older ships, we dive into what the experience is really like and why smaller ships might still be worth considering.We talk about his first impressions of the ship, cabin experience, dining options, including Cagney’s, Teppanyaki, and Le Bistro, and how Norwegian’s Free at Sea package added

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01:14:03

Carnival Jubilee Review: Cruising with 4-Year-Old...

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2026/03/11

Episode 142In this episode of Cruise Conversations, Casey joins the podcast to share a full review of his recent 7-night sailing aboard Carnival Jubilee from Galveston. Traveling with his wife and their four-year-old twins, Casey breaks down what it’s really like cruising Carnival’s newest Excel-class ship with young kids.We talk about their experience staying in a Family Harbor room, how the kids club and onboard activities worked for toddlers, and what stood out most about the Carnival Jubilee

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00:38:05

10 Boarding Day Traditions We Do on Every Cruise

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2026/03/04

Episode 141In this episode of Cruise Conversations, we’re sharing our 10 cruise boarding day traditions — the things we do on every sailing to kick off the vacation the right way.From arriving at the port early and completing muster as soon as possible to exploring the ship, finding the best sailaway spots, and catching the first show of the cruise, we walk through our ideal boarding day plan step-by-step. We also talk about why getting unpacked early, enjoying the pool deck, and ending the night

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01:16:51

Disney Dream Review: Cruising with a 4-Year-Old |...

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2026/02/25

Episode 140 In this episode of Cruise Conversations, we’re joined by Dylan and Amanda from Canada to talk about their recent family sailing aboard Disney Dream. Traveling with their four-year-old daughter, they share what it’s really like cruising with a young child and why Disney Cruise Line stands out for families.We dive into their experience onboard, how Disney Dream compares to other cruise lines, and why the Disney kids club is on a whole different level. From family-friendly entertainment to

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01:06:26

MSC Seascape Review: 7 Nights from Galveston with Jason

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2026/02/18

Episode 139In this episode of Cruise Conversations, Jason returns to the podcast to review his recent 7-night sailing aboard MSC Seascape from Galveston, Texas. He shares his firsthand experience onboard, what stood out about the ship, and how the Sescape compared to the Seashore, which he sailed a week prior.We also dive into his stops in Costa Maya, Roatan, and Cozumel, plus a highlight of the trip — a special behind-the-scenes tour of MSC Seascape, where he got a closer look at how the ship

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00:42:55

Norwegian Escape Review with Keith @WakeViewTravel

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2026/02/11

Episode 138In this episode of Cruise Conversations, we’re joined by Keith from Wake View Travel to discuss his recent sailing aboard Norwegian Escape. We break down his experience on board, the ship's overall vibe, dining and entertainment highlights, and what stood out most during the cruise.Keith also shares his experiences visiting Cozumel, Roatan, and Harvest Caye, offering insight into what cruisers can expect in these popular Western Caribbean ports. If you’re considering Norwegian Escape or

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00:27:57

10 Tips for Solo Cruising: What to Know Before You...

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2026/02/04

Episode 137Cruising solo for the first time — or thinking about sailing alone? In this episode of Cruise Conversations, we’re sharing 10 tips for solo cruising to help you feel confident, comfortable, and connected onboard. We cover everything from choosing a stateroom and meeting other solo travelers to dining, excursions, and making the most of your time at sea.Whether you’re cruising alone by choice or circumstance, these practical tips will help you avoid common mistakes and truly enjoy the solo

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00:56:13

Episode 136 - Celebrity Xcel Review w/ Don...

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2026/01/28

This week, we have a brand new guest, Don from @MakeItHappenWithDon, on the podcast to review his recent cruise on the Celebrity Excel! Make sure to check out Don's YouTube channel, where he and his wife, Heather, post travel vlogs from both cruises and trips to Vegas.Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252443162720146⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new website:

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01:00:59

Episode 135 - Our review of the Royal Beach Club |...

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2026/01/21

We just took a 3-night cruise on Utopia of the Seas to check out Royal Caribbean's new Royal Beach Club. After watching it be built for the past couple of years, we knew we had to go check it out and bring you guys a first-hand experience as soon as it opened! Hear all about our day here, as well as our time on Utopia of the Seas! Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form:

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00:45:26

Episode 134 - Princess vs. Celebrity | 2026...

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2026/01/14

One of our top episodes of all time was a comparison of Princess vs. Celebrity (Episode 74), and we decided to run it back on a YouTube live! This week's episode is a recap of that live discussion with Jeremy! We hope you enjoy, and let us know in the comments below which cruise line you prefer of the two. Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252443162720146⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new

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00:19:23

Episode 133 - Royal Beach Club & Utopia of the Seas...

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2026/01/07

We are headed down to Nassau on Utopia of the Seas to check out the brand new Royal Beach Club! Hear about what we have planned for this 3-night sailing on the world's biggest weekend. Make sure to tune back in next week to hear all about our time on the ship and what we think of the new beach club! Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252443162720146⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new website:

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00:30:29

Episode 132 - 2025 Start, Stop, Keep End of Year...

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2025/12/31

This week, we are doing our yearly Start, Stop, Keep End-of-Year reflection! See what came true from last year and what we would like to see happen in the cruise industry in 2026! Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252443162720146⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cruiseconversationspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use our code "CC15" for

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00:49:12

Episode 131 - Valiant Lady Southern Caribbean Cruise...

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2025/12/24

This week, we have Jeremy back on the podcast! He just wrapped up his 30th cruise (7th of the year!) and sailed a Southern Caribbean itinerary from San Juan, Puerto Rico! Hear him talk about many of these cool stops, including St. Lucia, Dominica, and Barbados, as well as his experience sailing on Virgin Voyages! Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252443162720146⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new

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01:07:55

Episode 130 - Erik's Carnival Valor Recap | Cruise...

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2025/12/17

Erik is back and just returned from another sailing on the Carnival Valor. This time though, the ship had just gone through a dry dock. Hear about what has changed and what is new on this ship. Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252443162720146⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cruiseconversationspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use our code

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01:11:24

Episode 129 - Celebrtity Xcel Maiden Voyage with...

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2025/12/10

Frank, Scotti, and Jeremy all just recently got off the maiden voyage on Celebrity Cruises' new ship, The Celebrity Excel. This was Frank and Scotti's first time on Royal Caribbean Group's luxury line & Jeremy's first time sailing in almost a decade. Join us on this virtual walkthrough as we talk through all the different venues aboard this beautiful ship, as well as all the dining and entertainment options! Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill

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01:21:10

Episode 128 - Our FIRST VISIT to Celebration Key |...

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2025/12/03

I am back from my solo cruise on the Carnival Conquest to Celebration Key and had a blast! Hear about my time at this new destination, as well as what it is like to cruise and travel solo. Stay tuned for vlogs from this trip in future weeks! Have any specific questions about solo cruising and travel? Let us know!Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252443162720146⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new website:

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00:32:13

Episode 127 - Michael's Celebration Key & Carnival...

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2025/11/26

Surprise! I am headed down to Celebration Key on a last minute cruise on the Carnival Conquest. After touring the Carnival Sunshine last year, I was interested to see what it would be like cruising on an older Carnival ship in 2025. I will be visiting two new ports for me: Celebration Key & Half Moon Cay. Hear what I have planned for this 4-day sailing! Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form:

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