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Cruising from Southampton & Titanic History of Cobh Jul 23, 2025

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If you're looking to explore the UK and Ireland without having to fly to tons of different cities, cruising from Southampton could be for you! Today, I'm joined by Ronan Ryan from Explore Cruise Repeat. Ronan hosts the port2port podcast and has visited 41 countries and spent 71 days at sea! We'll share the top 5 cruises from Southampton, cruises that visit Cobh (often referred to as Cork) and what to do on your port stop in Cobh!

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Travel Insurance Basics & Pitfalls to Avoid Jul 16, 2025

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Worried about insuring your next trip? Ben's Big Deal is here to demystify travel insurance! Join us as Ben breaks down everything you need to know: when to buy, essential terminology like trip delay and CFAR (Cancel For Any Reason), and how factors such as cost, age, and even your state of residence affect your coverage. We'll tackle common pitfalls like overspending or undercovering, and discuss why relying solely on your credit card's travel protection might leave you exposed. Plus, find out when an annual policy makes the most sense for your travel habits. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

His & Hers Prime Day Picks Jul 09, 2025

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Amazon's Prime Day is HERE, and we've rounded up our top picks for the big sale period with a "his and hers" twist. From luggage to tech and travel must-haves, these deals are perfect for your next adventure. Shop all the deals here: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/PrimeDay2025Ideas Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Controversy Over Carnival's Loyalty Rewards Program Jul 01, 2025

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We'll unpack why Carnival decided to overhaul its long-standing VIFP loyalty program, moving from a "sea days" model to a spend-based, expiring status system. What were they hoping to achieve, and why has this shift sparked such widespread outrage among their most devoted cruisers? From concerns about lifetime status being eliminated to the perceived devaluation of years of loyalty, we'll explore the emotional and practical impact on the Carnival faithful. Finally, we'll brainstorm some potential solutions and compromises that could help Carnival mend fences with its loyal fan base and navigate this choppy PR sea. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

15 Unexpected Things That Can Ruin Your Cruise Vacation Pt. 2 Jun 18, 2025

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This week on the podcast we continue our segment on how to prevent unexpected mishaps that can ruin your cruise. From cabin issues to tech troubles, it's best to know in advance how to deal with difficult situations as they come up. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

15 Unexpected Things That Can Ruin Your Cruise Vacation (And How to Handle Them) Jun 12, 2025

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This week on the podcast we share how to prevent unexpected mishaps that can ruin your cruise. From port changes to medical emergency, it's best to know in advance how to deal with difficult situations as they come up. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Discovery Princess Review Jun 04, 2025

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This week on the podcast, we discuss our recent back to back cruises on Discovery Princess. What cabin did we like better? Was the food any good? What did we do pre cruise? Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Alaska Cruise Excursions 2025 May 28, 2025

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This week on the show, we share three Alaska excursions you might enjoy in Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan. We'll give you the scoop on what they are really like, an idea of the cost, and what to expect. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Cruise Q&A from Discovery Princess in Alaska May 23, 2025

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This week on the show, we answer cruise questions from our Instagram audience. We'll being answering questions like -how to find a cruise deal, -how to search for repositioning cruises, -Why you'd want to book with a travel agent instead of direct with the cruise line, and more. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

The Mental Health Power of the High Seas May 14, 2025

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Today, we have a special guest on the podcast. Maggie Rich, a Florida-based Licensed Mental Health Counselor, joins us to talk about how cruise and travel can be a powerful mental health tool. Today we'll cover travel anxiety, the 5 Love Languages, and how they relate to travel, and lots more! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

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