Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips

This week we are joined by Jim Work and Bob Miller, both Luxury Cruise Counselors who were recently on the inaugural cruise Oceania Marina. Hear all about the ship from their point of view.

Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy joins us with this weeks Cruise News. Hear about the new port in Falmouth, Jamaica, Savannah, Georgia's port movement, hear about the ships delayed because of the gulf-coast fog last week, and more on the pirate attacks.

This week we sail aboard the 2,052-guest Carnival Fascination. A Fantasy-class ship homeported in Jacksonville, Florida. Don't miss exciting interviews from: Hotel Director, Chef, Maitre d, and passengers. Be sure to listen to our whole catalog!

This week we talk with Rick Sasso, the CEO of MSC Cruises USA.

Managing Editor Nancy Schretter, from the Family Travel Network talks to us about family travel aboard the Disney Dream.

Travel Writer Chris Owen from Galdling.com and Fox Business offers tips for those considering a Dream cruise.

Stewart Chrion The Cruise Guy® catches us up on this weeks Cruise News. Hear the updates on Egypt, the SS United States being sold, Royal Caribbean and NCL new ships orders.

AT&T is also releasing a package perfect for the cruises. To find out all about this Cruise Ship Passport package check out the Cellular at Sea website here.

This week we interview writer Paul Motter from CruiseMates and Fox Business about "Defining Cruise 2.0." He explains how cruising has changed over the years.

Ralph Grizzle talks to us about the Allure of the Seas.

Holland America's master chef Rudi Sodamin tells us about their new Culinary Council.

Stewart Chiron The Cruise Guy® stops by with this weeks Cruise News.

AT&T is also releasing a package perfect for the cruises. To find out all about this Cruise Ship Passport package check out the Cellular at Sea website here.

This week we talk with maritime legal expert Jim Walker about Staying Safe at Sea.

Travel Writer, Chris Owen talks to us about -- What to expect in 2011, when it comes to cruising.

Stewart Chrion The Cruise Guy® catches us up on this weeks Cruise News. Featuring the meeting of the three Cunard Queens, the Disney Dream, and ships pulling out of the West Coast.

Over the past year we have received a lot of emails asking about Cellular at Sea. Jim McKenna with Wireless Maritime Services answers all the questions.

Stewart Chrion stops by with some Cruise News.

This week we interview the CEO of Norwegian Cruise Lines, Kevin Sheehan. Mr. Sheehan talks to us about the recent filming of CBS' Undercover Boss.

Our next scheduled Twitter #CruiseChat is going to be Tuesday, Jan. 11 @ 2 pm.

Jose Pantago was aboard Royal Caribbean's Brilliance of the Seas on his honeymoon. Early morning on December 12, 2010 the ship hit some bad weather off the coast of Egypt which caused the ship to rock back and forth.

Carrie, social media expert and cruise advocate talks about Cruise Chat (#cruisechat). Track #cruisechat on Twitter every other Tuesday.

Our medical correspondent, Ed McDonough answers all the questions concerning norovirus.

Cruise Guy drops by the catch us up on Cruise News.

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Mark Orwoll from Travel+Leisure Magazine talks about travel scams that can happen anywhere.

This week are are aboard the brand new Celebrity Eclipse. This is the third Solstice-class and is over the top remarkable! There is plenty of great interviews in this episode.

We have interviews with:

• President and CEO, Daniel Hanrahan
• TV Personality, Geoff Edwards (RIP)
• Master Chef, Jacques Van Staden
• Passengers

Earlier this week the Carnival Cruise Line's ship "Carnival Splendor" suffered an engine fire which left the ship helpless at sea until the US Navy and the tugs arrived. We chat with two passengers from that sailing and Cruise Expert Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy.

Guest Line Up:

Stewart Chiron: The Cruise Guy® America’s most quoted cruise expert. Contributor to ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, WGN, Good Morning America, CNBC, Travel Channel and CNN

Amber Haslerud: A passenger from Southern California who was on the ship with her mother. She recalls her story.

Marquis Horace: LA resident who was on the seven night journey. He chats about his stateroom, the announcements made and how the crew kept the passengers informed of all the happenings aboard the vessel.

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This week Doug and Matt are aboard Holland America Lines ms Eurodam. Hear their full review of the ship.

Stewart Chiron talks about The Allure of the Seas.

AOL Travel Editor, Beth Caulfield, offers travel tips for the holidays and highlights some useful apps for your mobile device.

As of October 16, 2010, the Norwegian Sun is home-ported in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Last weekend there was a ceremony and we were aboard to capture all the magic.

Joining us in this episode is the Captain, the Hotel Director and Stan Payne, the CEO of Port Canaveral.

This week Doug is down in Key West broadcasting from Pier B at Mallory Square.

Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy talks about his rendezvous with some Queens in Southampton, England.

The Carnival Freedom Cruise Director joins Doug chatting about all things Carnival Freedom.

A street performer from Mallory Squares talks with us about performing daily in Key West at the Sunset Celebration.

This week we are talking to Tracey Gallagher about Cruise Month and the World's Largest Cruise Night. You've seen her on the Travel Channel, Travel correspondent for MSNBC, and has appeared as an expert on Oprah, CNN, Extra, Inside Edition, KTLA, Later Today, Livin’ It Up with Ali and Jack, and Ananda Lewis and now Cruise Radio.

Sherry Laskin and Chris Owen, both Travel Writers and Agents join us on board the ship to cover all the misconceptions of cruising and all about the World's Largest Cruise Night.

While Doug is partying on The Solstice...guess who's back in the studio......................that's right....Matt......but he's not bitter.

Enjoy.....cuz this is a good one.

Doug chats with Sherry Laskin (aka @cruisemaven) about her trip to, and all around Europe...and did we mention she doesn't fly. It's nothing but ships, trains, and automobiles for Sherry.

Matt speaks with Mike Peluso about cruising with an infant. He and his wife Michele were aboard the Costa Atlantica with their baby boy, Aldo.

...and Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy has news and hot deals.

Paul Motter, Editor of Cruise Mates and columist for Fox Business gives us the details of his latest article: Polar Opposites: Icy Expedition Cruises

Stewart Chrion the Cruise Guy joins us for weekly commentary and cruise news.

This week we broadcast aboard Royal Caribbean's Monarch of the Seas.

In this episode we chat with the Cruise Director on Royal Caribbean's "Freedom of the Seas," the second largest ship in the world.

This week we are aboard the Carnival Dream.

MSNBC's travel guru Chris Elliott explains his latest article Revenge of the hotel clerks: 5 things they’ll do to difficult guests.

Johnny Jet, the world traveler travels over 150,000 miles a year. Find out how he went being afraid to fly to making a living out of it. A dynamic guy.

Stewart Chiron The Cruise Guy® joins us with his weekly commentary and industry news.

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Managing Editor Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network talks to us about family travel while cruising. This is a great show and she covers it all from start to finish.

Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy also joins us with his weekly Cruise News and commentary.

One of our favorite guests on Cruise Radio, Geoff Edwards, joins us talking about his battle with norovirus on a recent cruise, gives us a first hand take at it, and talks about his latest book.

Faraz Qureshi, President of the social media cruise site MeetOnCruise talks about the Meet On Cruise. If you're a social media person, this is for you. Such a cool concept!

Stewart Chiron joins us with his weekly commentary.

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Andy, CEO of Special Needs at Sea, talks about how cruise lines have to be in compliance with the American Disabilities Act.

Rene Klusek and her husband Rich, recently celebrated their 1 years anniversary aboard the Emerald Princess back on July 5. She chats with us about her trip.

Travel writer and travel agent Chris Owen (aka OrlandoChris on Twitter) joins us this week telling us all about his recent Alaska cruise on the Coral Princess.

Stewart Chiron gives us the Cruise News and weekly commentary.

Randy Peterson shares with us how to get the most frequent flyer miles out of your dollar, reducing your overall cruise price.

Social Media Strategists, VegasBill and 24K (as know on twitter) give their experience of the Norwegian Epic and just how much it compares to Vegas. They are with us live from Sin City.

Stewart Chiron joins us with his weekly Cruise News and Commentary.

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This week, we broadcast from the Norwegian Epic with Stewart Chiron (The Cruise Guy). The Epic is the newest ship in their fleet.

We got a chance to talk to many of the entertainers on the ship and get comprehensive reviews from passengers and staff.

This was a true experience and we hope this episode paints a clear picture of what Norwegian Epic has to offer.

We enjoy the holiday this week and simply take your calls and answer your questions. Remember, you can also email us at comments@cruiseradio.net

Nancy Rubin, Communication Director for the Jacksonville Port Authority joins us about the latest on the cruise terminal in Jacksonville and its future plans.

Actor/Game show host Geoff Edwards talks about his latest trip on the Star Clipper.

Stewart Chiron joins us with his weekly commentary.

MS-NBC contributor Chris Elliott answers our questions about Summer Travel.

Stewart Chiron (Cruise Guys) gives us his weekly cruise news commentary.

This week we broadcast live from the Hilton - Pensacola Beach, despite the oil just miles off the coast.

We talked to Ashley Chisholm, spokesperson for the Pensacola Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Owner of Joe Patti's Seafood, Frank Patti joined us talking about the effects of the oil spill and his business.

Stewart Chiron dropped by with his weekly commentary.

In an effort to promote the Cruise Port here in Jacksonville, FL... and pretty much just find another excuse to get on board a ship, we visited the Carnival Fascination. We had the pleasure of speaking with the Hotel Director, Chef du Cuisine, and the Assistant Cruise Director. Enjoy going behind the scenes aboard a ship from one of the most successful cruise lines in the world.

Happy Memorial Day weekend! This week we revisit our trip aboard Royal Caribbean's "Oasis of the Seas."

We will resume next week as we broadcast aboard Carnival Cruise Line's "Fascination," in from the port in Jacksonville, Florida.

Stewart (Cruise Guy) talks to us about Royal Caribbeans updated low prices guarantee.

Islander Ken Mickler joins us on the phone from Martha's Vineyard, Mass. about things to do when your ship ports there.

We talk to a travel insurance expert, Judy Sutton.

Today, Travel guru Chris Elliot, from elliot dot org answers your questions on Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about flying and volcanoes but were afraid to ask.... If you're a fan of Guiding Light, you may want to take part in THIS Cruise; Kim Zimmer who portrayed Reva on Guilding Light talks to us about the So Long Springfield at sea cruise taking place July 31st out of NYC.

Stewart Chiron (Cruise Guy) joins us broadcasting live via satilitte from the Southern Caribbean on board Royal Caribbean's "Oasis of the Seas."

Paul Motter, Editor in Chief of CruiseMates.com recently wrote an article on "How to Smuggle Booze onto a Cruise Ship," he joins us to debunk the myths.

This week we push technology to the limits again, Doug joins us remotely in the Bahamas aboard the Norwegian Sky. Joining Doug will be the Hotel Director, Rosita Schandy and Cruise Director, Matt Baker. Find out all about Freestyle Cruising!

Stewart Chiron (Cruise Guy) talks to us with Cruise News.

Doug, Matt and Stewart Chiron "The Cruise Guy" are down in Port Everglades this week to interview the keys players aboard the gorgeous Celebrity Solstice. Listen.....it's like you're there!.........kinda.

This week, Stewart Chiron "The Cruise Guy" chats about a record breaking week for the Oasis of the Seas in Fort Lauderdale and Spirit Airlines carry-on baggage charges... will it impact you?

Paul Motter from CruiseMates.com discusses his recent article he wrote about Fuel Surcharges and its impact on you, the traveler.

Craig Cason, a computer programmer by trade was between jobs and spent a significant time traveling. Hear about his adventures, where he went, and tips for first time world travelers.

Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy talks to us about his recent trip to Germany to board the Celebrity Eclipse.

Nancy Rubin of the Jacksonville Port Authority talks to us about the economic output cruise ships have in our local ports.

Stewart the Cruise Guy joins us about his recent article published by ABC News. You can read the article here.

Dietmar Wertanzl, President and CEO of Cruise West joins us to talk about small ship cruising and their upcoming Around the World cruise.

Matt Orwoll, Editor of Travel + Leisure Magazine returns with part two of his World's Worst Travel Scams.

Jason Davis, Piano Entertainer on the Carnival Glory was recently off the boat and spoke to us about life aboard the cruise ship.

Check out some behind the scenes footage of Cruise Radio.

In this episode, Stewart the Cruise Guy talks to us about picking an Alaska cruise.

Mark Orwall, Editor of Travel and Leisure Magazine, talks to us about some of the World's Worst Travel Scams.

Keri from CruiseBuzz.net shares her Top 5 Reasons To Cruise.

If you have watched this news this week, you've noticed the cruise lines have been front and center.

In this episode, The Cruise Guy, Stewart Chiron sets the record straight about all the media hype criticizing Royal Caribbean for continuing service into their private beach in Labadee, Haiti.

Julie Watson, Communication Consultant for VisitJacksonville.com talks about things to do if your cruise is departing out of Jacksonville, Florida.

Chris Elliott, founder of Elliott.org joins us to talk about the Top 5 Travel Mistakes.

Author Daniel Hall talks to us.

Stewart the Cruise Guy joins us to talk about Haiti and post earthquake.

Scott Lara talks to us about his trip to Haiti.

We revisit passenger Laura talking with us about her recent sailing on the Carnival Dream.

Stewart the Cruise Guy joins us talking about 'Wave Season' and some booking tips.

Suzanne Klasen of Cruise Talk dot org talks to us about her recent sailings on Celebrity Cruises.

Stephanie of Travel Designed talks to us about some hot travel destinations for 2010.

Keith Pitonyak of Staybridge Suites in Orlando, Florida talks to us about the hotel property and the excellent family atmosphere.

Howard Moses of Theme Cruises Finder talks to us about theme cruises.

In cruise news we'll talk about the passenger that jumped off Royal Caribbean's 'Monarch of the Seas.'