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595 Previewing New Cruise Ship Casinos + News | Victory Casino Cruises Jul 02, 2020

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A preview of what casinos at sea may look like after sailing a five-hour gambling trip. A look at what we saw with protocols and safety procedures.

Sherry Laskin has cruise news:

Carnival Corporation sells off a cruise ship during the shutdown
Cruise ships head to the West Coast of North America
MSC Cruises starts construction on a new class of ship
An Asian cruise line will be the first major cruise line to resume sailing
Norwegian Cruise Line cancels the remainder of Alaska 2020 sailings
Carnival Cruise Line rescues a distressed vessel

Listener Question: The map shows three cruise docks in Cozumel, how will I know where Carnival Vista is going to dock. - Kayla

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Your Listener Questions Answered | CRR 054 Jun 28, 2020

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We answer your listener questions on this weekend's episode of Cruise Radio Rewind. What is the best way to get from San Pedro cruise port to Los Angelos airport? Is an overnight stay on the Queen Mary in Long Beach, California worth it? Where can we find an affordable hotel somewhere near Port Canaveral? If the cruise line books my air, does it protect me if my flight is delayed?

Date: June 28, 2020

594 Carnival Conquest Review 2020 + News |Carnival Cruise Line Jun 25, 2020

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A review of Carnival Conquest on a seven-night cruise from Port Miami. This sailing went to the Eastern Caribbean with stops in Amber Cove, Grand Turk, San Juan, and St. Thomas.

Sherry has cruise news:

More cruise lines announced cancellations
Nassau, Bahamas could get strict on cruise passengers
Rapid covid testing could be coming to a cruise line near you
Carnival Corporation announced the sale of six cruise ships
Another cruise line is bringing two ships to Port Canaveral

Listener Question: What are the top three things to do in Ketchikan, Alaska? We are in our early 30s and very active. - Ellie

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Cruise Deal Breakers | CRR 053 Jun 21, 2020

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Masks, social distancing, modified or no buffets, elevators, casinos, there are a lot of potential deal-breakers when it comes to cruising as the industry ramps up again. Cruise Radio Staff Writer Richard Simms and Host of the Always Be Booked Podcast, Tommy Casabona weighs in.

Date: June 21, 2020

593 Caribbean Princess 2020 Review + Cruise News | Princess Cruises Jun 18, 2020

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A Panama Canal cruise review aboard Princess Cruises' Caribbean Princess. This was a roundtrip voyage from Port Everglades. Mary first sailed Caribbean Princess back in 2005, she compares and contrasts the vessels over the past 15 years.

Sherry Laskin has cruise news:

Norwegian Cruise Line cancels additional sailings
Bankrupt cruise ship goes to auction
Carnival Cruise Line crew member head home
CDC implements a color system for cruise ships
The second Virgin Voyages ship is floated out

Listener Q: On a cruise ship, would a medical plastic face shield that flips up and stays in place (only for eating) be better and more comfortable than a face or cloth mask?

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Norwegian Joy 2020 Review | CRR 052 Jun 14, 2020

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We get a detailed review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Joy. Joy was first launched for the Asian market, in 2018, the cruise line announced that the ship would move from Asia to North America. The first North American cruise season, the ship sailed Alaska and then the Mexican Riveria.

Date: June 14, 2020

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592 MSC Grandiosa 2020 Review + Cruise News | MSC Cruises Jun 11, 2020

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A 2020 review of MSC Grandiosa. This was a Mediterranean cruise that was cheaper than a lot of his other vacation options.

Sherry has cruise news:

Royal Caribbean announces delays and cancellations
Good news for 3,000 Carnival Cruise Line crew members
A cruise line will be sailing from Port Canaveral for the first time
Norwegian Cruise Line talks masks, buffets, and muster drills
You must test negative for COVID-19 to come to Alaska

Listener Q: What is the best way to go about seeing how booked a cruise is before we sail?

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Discussing and Picking Cruise Ship Cabins - CRR 052 Jun 07, 2020

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We discuss picking and booking a cruise ship stateroom. Every person has a different strategy when it comes to booking a stateroom. Cruise Radio Staff Writer Richard Simms and Always Be Booked Podcast Host Tommy Casabona weigh in on the cruise ship cabins.

591 Norwegian Star 2020 Review + Cruise News | Norwegian Cruise Line Jun 04, 2020

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We get a review of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Star. This was a seven-night cruise that sailed round trip from Venice.

Richard has cruise news:

Norwegian's return-to-cruising health details
Canada extending its cruise ship ban
Carnival Cruise Line doubling down on thermal imaging cameras
River cruising is back
So is ocean cruising in Asia

Listener Question: Hardcore Royal Caribbean cruise and tinkering with the idea of sailing Norwegian Cruise Line. With Norwegian doing the five free perks with any booking, is that a good deal?

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Where Is My Cruise Vacation Refund? - CRR 051 May 31, 2020

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Where is my cruise refund? That is a question that is being asked by thousands of people. Are the cruise lines really doing the best they can or are they holding on to your money until the last minute possible? After all, the Fair Credit Bill Act The FCBA has set strict guidelines for creditors to follow that protect consumers.

Date: May 31, 2020