Podcast appearances and mentions of stewart chiron

December 1, 2023 ~ The Cruise Guy, Stewart Chiron talks with Paul W about the different holiday cruise deals that are going on.

Stewart Chiron, aka The Cruise Guy, has been on 310 cruises, including two in the last month. Stewart was kind enough to answer every question I threw at him. Plus, we spoke about how cruising has changed since the pandemic and he offered up his best cruise tips. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/johnnyjet/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/johnnyjet/support

The Cruise Guy tells Paul W. that as cruise lines drop vaccine and testing rule, companies are seeing a huge spike in bookings.

Stewart Chiron is the CRUISE GUY and the #1 expert on the cruise business in America. On today's episode, he is honest as always about what's available, what isn't, and why you should book now! It's everything about taking a cruise on this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE!SHOW NOTESThese amazing people help all children victimized by the crimes of Putin and they emphasize emotional support to handle the nightmare they face daily. Help here.Check out Stewart's website, your one-stop-shop for a cruise from research to questions to booking!Subscribe to Live From My Office on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Steve on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.Win an ABT gift card by emailing me three of your friends emails who you think would like the show, and include your mailing address in the email. Check out the details here.Email the show with any questions, comments, or plugs for your favorite charity.

Stewart Chiron, aka The Cruise Guy, has been on 289 cruises, including 13 in the last eight months. Stewart was kind enough to answer every question I threw at him, from how has cruising changed since the pandemic to which ships are the most luxurious and which ports are his favorite. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/johnnyjet/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/johnnyjet/support

February 2, 2022 ~ TheCruiseGuy.com tells Paul that cruising is safe and he says there's very little Covid on ships. He also explains why two Crystal cruise ships have been diverted to the Bahamas.

Stewart Chiron, un experto en cruceros, habló en La W sobre las ventajas de estar en un crucero a pesar de la pandemia del COVID-19 y los riesgos que ha enfrentado el turismo con la variante ómicron.

December 8, 2021 ~ The Cruise Guy talks to Paul about cruising during the pandemic and says even though there are some COVID breakthrough cases he thinks it's safe because all passengers are tested and vaccinated.

July 26, 2021 ~ The Cruise Guy tells Paul now is a great time for a cruise because the ships aren't crowded and neither are the destinations.

This week we get a review of Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas. This was a four-night cruise that called to private island Perfect Day at CocoCay and Nassau, Bahamas. Freedom is one of the Royal Caribbean was one of the ships that conducted a simulated voyage so it could allow more unvaccinated guests to board, most of them being families with kids under 12.  Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy is sailing in the Aegean Sea on Celebrity Apex this week. We catch up with him while on a sea day between cruise ports.  Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net  Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed.  Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.   Celebrity Apex check-in

This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by cruise expert Stewart Chiron. Hear from Chiron on what his experience was like being on board the Caribbean cruise ship that had two passengers test positive for COVID-19 last week.  The two also discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry first before diving into the current state of the cruise industry and how long it will take to fully rebound. Chiron shares why he thinks it's definitely safe to cruise again.  Have any feedback or questions? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com  and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We check in with Stewart Chiron who is sailing aboard Celebrity Millennium this week from St. Maarten. This is the first cruise open to U.S. residents. We get a glimpse of life at sea, what it's like cruising in 2021, and what about the buffets? Staff writer Richard Simms also discusses Celebrity Cruises' new vaccination policy.  Richard has cruise news:  The first Caribbean cruise ship to welcome U.S. guests has sailed  Another ships has been cleared to sail from Florida  Carnival announces Caribbean restart dates  A policy change for Carnival guests sailing from Galveston, Texas More cancellations for Disney and an app update  MSC announces restarts dates for North America  Royal has also announced a handful of ships restarting Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net  Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed.  Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

June 8, 2021 ~ The Cruise Guy talks to Paul live from the Celebrity Millennium Cruise ship and he says it's great to be back on the water.

Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy stops by to unpack the latest developments from the CDC as well as the state of Florida's lawsuit against the agency.  Sherry has cruise news on:  Judge speaks on State of Florida vs CDC lawsuit Royal Caribbean has made some changes for summer cruises  Alaska cruise bill passes in the Senate, next up is the House  Carnival's new ship is heading to Florida very soon Disney Cruise Line details upcoming ship Wish  Norwegian Cruise Line shares more about upcoming Norwegian Prima Listener Q: Is it better to book the new ship right when it goes on sale or give it some time for the people that paid deposits to back out and hope for a lower price? - Jim  Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net  Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed.  Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.  

We answer your cruise questions: what type of cabin should I book? How do I know what cruise line to pick? Should I buy the stateroom upgrade?  Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy stops by the unpack the CDC lawsuit and what is happening in Washington DC and Atlanta with the cruise industry.  Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net  Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed.  Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

April 6, 2021 ~ "The Cruise Guy" tells Paul the cruise ship industry is getting ready to sail and he says vaccines will be required for cruising.

Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy catches us up to date with some of the decisions the cruise lines have made over the past few months and what the landscape is starting to look like as we start to move into the spring and summer 2021 cruise season.  Sherry has cruise news:  Two more cruise lines delay sailings into 2021 The U.S. Transportation Committee asks Canada to help save the Alaska cruise season  Grand Cayman considers limiting the number of cruise ships  The upcoming Royal ship will debut in a new homeport in Europe  Royal Caribbean ship passes an air quality test  Question: What are your thoughts on catching an 11:35 flight out of Miami on disembarkation morning?  -- Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net  Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed.  Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Another record shattering week for stocks as President Biden takes office and proposes a $1.9T American Rescue Plan saying the U.S. economic crisis was deepening because of the ongoing pandemic. Former Fed Chair Janet Yellen is set be confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the next U.S. Treasury Secretary. The Nasdaq ended the week at a record high and up 4.2% for the week. California's economy struggles as the vaccine rollout disappoints. Analysis on the markets and the economy from Dr. Mohamed El-Erian, President, Queens College, Cambridge, Chief Economic Advisor, Allianz, former PIMCO CEO, Newport Beach, Kevin O'Leary, a.k.a. Mr. Wonderful on TV's Shark Tank, Chairman, O'Shares ETFs and Beanstox, Economist Kevin Klowden, executive director of the Milken Institute’s Center for Regional Economics and California Center. Cruiselines make another tough announcement on cancelling more cruises into the new year because of the pandemic. The latest discussed with cruise industry expert Stewart Chiron, President, www.Cruiseguy.com   Support the show: https://www.frankmottek.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Britain is getting its COVID-19 vaccine, so I turn to the most trusted medical voice I can find… Paul Coyte. Paul and I break down the latest developments between our two countries, including some serious drama around The Crown, and whether or not “Chuck will ever get the hat.” Later, “The Cruise Guy” himself Stewart Chiron shares an incredible update on how the cruise industry is responding to COVID-19.SHOW NOTESSupportLearn more about Stewart ChironSupport The Rainforest Trust

Mottek On Money Special Edition covering Wall Street and Main Street during the coronavirus crisis: Stocks slide as covid cases rise. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell told a conference "the next few months could be challenging" as the virus spreads. Chicago issues a stay-at-home advisory as covid cases there reach a critical point. The Dow closes down 317 points. Weekly unemployment claims hit a new pandemic low of 709K. Analysis of the markets and the economy from Art Hogan, Chief Market Strategist, National Securities, Economist Kevin Klowden, executive director of the Milken Institute’s Center for Regional Economics and California Center. Cruiseline stock take a choppy ride this week on the latest vaccine and covid news. The latest on the outlook for U.S. cruises with industry expert Stewart Chiron, President, www.Cruiseguy.com  Support the show: https://www.frankmottek.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control announced on Friday that they would be lifting the no sail order on October 31. Cruise industry analyst Stewart Chiron stops by to break down what happens next and how long will it be until cruise ships will actually sail again in North America?  Date: November 1, 2020

As the world has been swept up in the madness of the pandemic, one of the industries that has been it the hardest has been the cruise industry. Many travelers have had their attention on flights and hotels, but avid cruisers are eagerly awaiting for the green light to cruise again.In today's interview, I got to chat with a dear friend and bonified cruise industry expert, Stewart Chiron, AKA the Cruise Guy. Stewart and I have been connected on social media for over six years and finally met for the first time two years ago. It was on one of my first cruises that I finally met Stewart and was immediately impressed by his knowledge on the industry, the ships, and the trends. If it has anything to do with cruising, Stewart is the man to know. After all he has been on 275 cruises.The cruise industry has com to a complete halt--not unlike many other parts of the travel industry. Realistically, it seems cruises might not start operating again from the United States until at least late September or October. Given that all continues to go as planned. Regardless, restarting operations is going to be a huge feat. The industry has repatriate over 200,000 crew members... which means, the cruise lines are going to have to get all of those crew members back to their ships. We will see some changes in cruising, at least in the shorter term. Cruise lines will aim to have lower than max capacity. They are also looking to have shorter cruises. Pre-boarding protocols will be enhanced. Those cruise lines that have their own private islands will include stops there--particularly in the Caribbean. Cruises will start in some of the major ports, like Miami, Port Canaveral, and Galveston, TX.There has been a lot of demand for 2021 sailings. Why not 2020? The biggest reason is because sailings aren't announced for 2020. Studies have shown that as soon as dates are announced--people will sign up--and destination is not even a big factor. People just want to cruise. Demand is very much based on "wait-and-see."Prices are not going to drop as there is only going to be a limited number of cabins available. The confidence level in cruising is high. So for those hoping there will be discounts--think again.The cruise lines will be looking to what hotels and airlines are doing--and will take the best business practices and apply them moving forward. For those worried about the buffets, good news. The buffet on cruises will remain! It is the most efficient way to feed the number of people on a ship. They will have stations and there will be a gloved crew member at each station to help serve passengers.All in all, the cruising experience will look a little different. But it is not going anywhere. At this point we just have to wait and see when the industry will get the green light from the CDC. Of course, there will be some trial and error at the beginning, but the industry will certainly thrive again.For more on Stewart, check out his site at www.cruiseguy.com.

Norwegian shipping company Hurtigruten temporarily suspends cruises after 41 passengers and crew test positive for Covid 19. We talk to Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy, about how the industry can come back after the pandemic. Also in the programme, the US interests of social media company TikTok look set to be bought by Microsoft. Georgia Wells, tech reporter from the Wall Street Journal gives us the latest. We hear from one of the world's most eminent environmental scientists, James Lovelock, and we celebrate the life and work of Bill English an early computing pioneer, who invented the computer mouse. Joining us for live discussion throughout the programme are Nicole Childers, executive producer of Marketplace Morning Report in Los Angeles and Sushma Ramachandran, an independent business journalist from Delhi. (Image: Hurtigruten cruise ship, Image credit: Reuters)

Norwegian shipping company Hurtigruten temporarily suspends cruises after 41 passengers and crew test positive for Covid 19. We talk to Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy about how the industry can come back after the pandemic. Also in the programme, the US interests of social media company TikTok look set to be bought by Microsoft. Georgia Wells, tech reporter from the Wall Street Journal gives us the latest and Peter Jankovskis has the latest on the financial markets.

Cruise expert Stewart Chiron drops by the answer some listener questions. Matt Hochberg from Royal Caribbean Blog answer questions on Royal Caribbeans "Lift and Shift" program and the difference between a Quantum and Quantum Ultra class ship.  1. When a ship is said to be 130,000-tons, what does that mean?    2. We are seeing cruise lines like Princess move a lot of inventory on the West Coast in the coming years -- could that be a sign of what's to come with so many Caribbean islands having different protocols post-Pandemic?   3. What's up with all the Fantasy-class ships leaving the fleet? A lot of use cruisers, myself included, love the smaller 2,000 passenger vessels. Do you think it has to do with them not having aft balconies?    4. Do ships that sail in China have the same rules as the US and the Jones Act? Does the ship or at least part of the ship need to be built in China in order to sail throughout the country?   5. When we see cities like Key West fighting the cruise lines to limit capacity and ship size, is that a vocal minority or does Key West really not place any value on us cruise passengers? It is offensive, given my family spend over $1000 there in February on a half-day fishing charter and jet skis.   Date: July 19, 2020

Mottek On Money Special Edition covering Wall Street and Main Street during the coronavirus crisis: Stocks pull back on a mixed bag of earnings and economic reports. The latest weekly jobless claims number comes in 10K below last week but still an alarmingly high 1.3 million. Retail sales rebound in June ahead of the reclosing of many businesses in California and most other states in the face of rising coronavirus cases. The Dow came in for a closing loss of 135 points. The CDC extends the ban on U.S. based cruises. Stewart Chiron, cruise industry expert, President, www.Cruiseguy.com discusses the latest news and outlook for the cruise business. Small businesses continue to be under intense pressure as the crisis continues. The latest challenges discussed with a small business owner weathering the storm: Susan Janson Ping, owner of Kick It Up Dance and Fitness Studio  www.kickitup.com The latest news on the economy and markets discussed with economist Kevin Klowden, Executive Director of the Milken Institute's Center for Regional Economics and California Center www.milkeninstitute.org   Support the show: https://www.frankmottek.com See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Mottek On Money Special Edition - Coronavirus Crisis Bear Market: Stocks start the week with a pull back after the market's best weekly gain in 45 years. Investors turned cautious after the three day holiday weekend on uncertainty over when the economy will open up again and how much damage the crisis will do to company earnings which start coming out this week. The Dow came in for a closing loss of 329 points    Oil settled lower to $22.41/barrel. The latest on the markets and the economy discussed with Ken Winans, President, Chief Investment Officer, Winans Investments. Cruiseline stocks get hit again as the resumption of cruises is delayed again. The outlook discussed with cruise industry expert Stewart Chiron, President, Cruiseguy.com. Steven Barber, President, Vanilla Fire Productions discusses the coronavirus shutdowns impacting commemorations of one of mankind's greatest achievements: The epic struggle and safe return of the Apollo 13 astronauts after their spacecraft endured an explosion on the way to the moon 50 years ago. Support the show.

Cruise industry analyst Stewart Chiron joins us to talk about the Centers for Disease Control's decision. We discuss the financial status and how the cruise lines are raising money to keep them afloat until the return to business.  We also discuss where the cruise ships will go when they start sailing again.  Date: April 12, 2020

Welcome to episode #157! We have a very special show for you today... We welcome Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy to podcast! Stewart is the "most quoted cruise expert" when the television and radio networks are looking for a deeper look at the cruise industry. For over 30 years, Stewart has cruise around world on all the major cruise lines, he knows all the presidents of the companies, and has a direct, inside pulse on the cruise industry.  For the last six weeks, Stewart has done over 120 interviews around the world, keeping the public informed with accurate, current information about the cruise industry as they navigate their way through this unprecedented time dealing with the worldwide outbreak of COVID-19. If you love cruising, you will need to hear this interview twice. Stewart shares a lot of information that you won't hear anywhere else. Please share this episode with your cruising friends! Please follow Stewart and let him know you heard him on The Cruise Dudes Podcast: https://www.cruiseguy.com/ https://twitter.com/cruiseguy https://www.facebook.com/CruiseGuy/ https://www.youtube.com/user/CruiseGuy1 Keep On Cruising! Tommy & Scott

Cruise industry analyst Stewart Chiron weighs in on cruise ships being used as floating hospitals. Travel industry bailouts - should cruise lines be involved? How could the industry shut down impact future cruise ship launches and christenings? How vital are travel agents when it comes to kickstarting the cruise industry again. And will they ever homeport more than one ship in Jacksonville, Florida.  Date: March 22, 2020

Cruise industry analyst Stewart Chiron joins us to talk about the current state of the cruise industry, their financial outlook, and how long it could take to rebound once the industry reopens.  Dan Skilken of TripInsurance joins us to answer listener questions about cancellations over coronavirus (COVID-19). Date: March 15, 2020 

John talks to the Cruise Guy 

Our friend Stewart Chiron talks cruises and cruise deals. 

Stocks rack up record gains in reaction to the latest earnings news and readings on the economy despite serious concerns about the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in China. David Rubenstein, billionaire businessman, philanthropist, founder and Co-Executive Chairman of the Carlyle Group investment firm discusses the markets, the economy and his new book titled "The American Story: Conversations with Master Historians." Silicon Beach veteran Josh Berman, co founder of MySpace, discusses his venture capital firm Troy Capital Partners and Quid which provides loans to entrepreneuers backed only by pre-IPO shares. The coronavirus impacts the cruise business in Asia but it's full steam ahead elsewhere. A record number of couples renew their wedding vows aboard Princess Cruise ships in a Valentine's week event. The latest discussed with Cruiseguy.com President Stewart Chiron and actress Jill Whelan from the TV show The Love Boat. Los Angeles business and civic leaders support the efforts of the American Society of Yad Vashem including a new educational speakers series in Beverly Hills. Support the show.

Stewart talks about ship safety in light of the corona virus 

Coronavirus is all over the news where both travel and cruising are concerned. This week we talk week with cruise industry analyst Stewart Chiron about the impacts on the industry and how cruise lines are being proactive.  Travel insurance could play a factor in the coronavirus cancellations and delays. We answer some of the dozens of emails we relieved about this outbreak.  Sherry has cruise news on:  A Princess Cruise ship was impacted with the deadly coronavirus  Carnival announces new officers for Carnival Radiance  Carnival adds another transatlantic voyage in 2021 Disney Cruise Line launches a website detailing their new destination  Holland America Line brings on a new chef  Royal Caribbean opened a new section at Perfect Day at Cococay Listener Q: Is Royal Caribbean's The Key program worth it? - Julie from Layton, Utah  Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net  Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed.  Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.

Stewart Chiron Here!

Stewart Chiron here!

Cruise industry analyst Stewart Chiron joins us to talk about the accident involving Carnival Glory and Carnival Legend in Cozumel, Mexico. We also talk about the shipyard delay of Mardi Gras and how it's impacting guests and Carnival Corporation's end of the year earnings call.  Date: December 22, 2019

John talks with the Cruise Guy, Stewart Chiron. 

John talks to the Cruise Guy. 

John talks to the Cruise Guy. 

John talks to Stewart Chiron 

John talks to Stewart Chiron about some hot deals on cruise vacations 

Stewart Chiron, America's Most Quoted Cruise Expert, stops by to share his thoughts on the Venice cruise ship ban, cruise line pricing, investing money in private islands in the Bahamas, and a look ahead at the cruise industry.  Date: August 18, 2019

When the Norwegian Breakaway sailed through a winter storm, some passengers say things got rough. We speak to one of the people who just disembarked, as well as cruise expert Stewart Chiron, to find out if this was an unusual sailing or to be expected this time of year.  What are your thoughts? Let us know: doug@cruiseradio.net 

Richard shares his seven-night review of Norwegian Cruise Line's New York City based Norwegian Breakaway. This cruise hit Orlando, private island Great Stirrup Cay, and Nassau, Bahamas. Being this is his fifth time sailing Norwegian Breakaway, Richard offers a unique perspective.  Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has cruise news: Norwegian Cruise Line named Godfather of upcoming ship Carnival Cruise Line hikes drink package  Carnival adds news menu items, takes some away MSC Seaside is delivered and more ships announced  Princess Cruises names fourth Royal-class ship  Listener Question: When will St. Maarten be 100 percent recovered? Steve - Dallas Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net   

This show is dedicated to Jeff. Rest in peace, my friend.  Brad and his wife just returned from a Hawaii sailing on Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America. Pride of America spends the whole year sailing the Hawaiian islands on seven-night voyages. Brad gives us pre-cruise information, what it was like getting to Hawaii, the whole cruising experience, and the excursions he did.  Stewart Chiron has cruise news on: Carnival debuting Dr. Seuss-themed water park  Norwegian Bliss entertainment is revealed  Norwegian add lifeguards  Royal Caribbean on first Cuba cruise - any word on how it's going? Silversea’s Silver Muse recently christened - what makes this the most luxurious ship in the world? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

We get a review of Disney Cruise Line's Disney Wonder from Port Canaveral, Florida. Hear about the ship, dining, entertainment, and the two ports of call. Also on this episode, we also talk in detail about Disney private island Castaway Cay.  Stewart Chiron has cruise news on:  Royal Caribbean's new ship announcement Private island Coco Cay building a pier MSC debuts RFID technology Carnival Splendor technical issues  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

This week we are broadcasting aboard Carnival Cruise Line's newest and largest ship, Carnival Vista from the Manhattan Cruise Terminal in New York City. We talk to Carnival's Senior Cruise Director John Heald, Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy, and other guests around the ship.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Kris and his family just returned from Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas on a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise out of Galveston, Texas. Kris leaves no stone unturned talking about his sailing - from his impressions of this Freedom Class ship to the dining to activities offered.  Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has cruise news on: Carnival Inspiration is going into dry dock next week for a massive three week long renovation - what are we gonna see? Celebrity changes branding - what are we seeing? MSC Cruises has partnered up with Samsung - what does the partnership include? NCL new island Harevest Cay behind schedule - why? Windstar Star Pride grounded and caused cancelations - what exactly happened here?  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this episode, Jeff gives us a Carnival Breeze review. Jeff just returned from a eight night Eastern Caribbean sailing. He gives us an overview of Carnival's newest Fun Ship that was launched in 2012.  Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has cruise news on:   NCL changes branding  NCL stiffens cancelation penalties - thoughts? MSC new island  Port Everglades sets new passenger record Princess orders new ship   Carnival giving guests option to get their room made up once or twice a day - they are calling it Comfort Matters.     Listener Question   I just saw where Disney pulled out of Greece and Turkey - I am booked on Carnival Vista over the summer with calls in both those countries, should I be worried that we won't visit?  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this episode, Lisa talks about her seven-night honeymoon cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Vision of the Seas in the Mediterranean. Lisa chats with me about her first impressions of the ship, the food, entertainment, her stateroom and ports of call.    Stewart Chiron has cruise news on: QM2 made inaugural call to Amber Cove New social impact cruise line, fathom, announces layout of new ship Princess Cruises' Majestic Princess pre-China itineraries announced  Do Black Friday cruise deals exist?  Any booking advice for a black friday/cyber monday cruise deals? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

We are on the island of Martinique, a region of France, located in the Southern Caribbean. Martinique is just getting back into the cruise business after a few years on the decline. The port will see 22 inaugural ship calls this years, including Anthem of the Seas and Carnival Sunshine. We sit down with Roger Blum, a cruise consultant for the Tourism Department of Martinique to get a report card on the island.  Stewart Chiron has Cruise News: NCL first time back in Canaveral in three years  Holland American releases Koningsdam reveal videos 2016 Carnival Live continues - what musical acts revealed New Celebrity suite perks Royal Ordering a fifth quantum ship What's latest on Carnival Vista? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Mark just returned from a four night Western Caribbean sailing aboard Carnival Victory. On this sailing Mark stopped at Key West and Cozumel and had a day at sea. Hear a comprehensive Carnival Victory review.  Stewart Chiron has cruise news on: Carnival Cruise Line returns to Mobile, Alabama   Norwegian Escape update    New cruise port Jamaica on the Southwest coast Listener question:Is Istanbul still an issue for cruise ships - we are about to sail Celebrity in the Med. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Sonya just returned from a sailing out of Galveston on Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Triumph, a five-night Mexican cruise. Sonya gives us a full Carnival Triump review about the staterooms, post-Fun Ship 2.0 dining, entertainment and ports.  Stewart Chiron has cruise news on: Escape float out Princess new venue Disney changes alcohol policy  Thoughts on Houston not being a cruise terminal anymore Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net    Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this show, Vickie gives us a review of Princess Cruises’ Crown Princess on her recent California Coastal cruise. We get to hear about the ship, staterooms, dining, and ports of call. Angie Keilhauer is a talented acoustic musician we came across on Carnival Legend last year in Tampa. Since then she’s been spotted by some big names in country music like Kenny Chesney and is going big places! She’s currently off the ship and on tour and checks in with us. Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has cruise news on: Carnival’s ban on water bottles New Norwegian Cruise Line dining plans Fall cruise trends for 2015 Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net    Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this episode, Nancy Schretter stops by to give us her Norwegian Jade review. She just returned from a 10-day cruise in the Eastern Mediterranean.   Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has cruise news: Allure of the Seas dry dock complete NCL reverse food only in dining room policy Three queen meet up in Liverpool Queen Elizabeth 2 left to rot New guesses on Carnival Corp. announcement Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net    Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Thanks for 300 amazing shows! Ben Souza and his wife just returned from a four-night Alaska sailing on Princess Cruises' Ruby Princess. This was a special sailing that started in Vancouver, BC, stopped in Ketchikan, and ended in Seattle, Washington.  Ben gives us a bow to stern Ruby Princess review, leaving no stone unturned.  Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has cruise news on:  Norwegian Dawn grounding in Bermuda Drowning aboard Norwegian Gem   Celebrity Cruises' new Caribbean overnight itineraries  Disney heading back to Miami, NYC, and Galveston  Speculation of Carnival Corp. upcoming announcement in NYC Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net    Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Carissa, her husband and four kids just returned from a 7-night Caribbean cruise on the Disney Magic out of Port Canaveral. This is her family's third Disney cruise. In this episode Carissa gives a bow to stern review of Disney Magic's embarkation process, first impressions, staterooms (she had both interior and ocean view), dining, entertainment, Castaway Cay, and some first time advice for guests considering sailing Disney. Hear this comprehensive Disney Magic Review! Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has Cruise News on:  Recap Carnival's 9 new ships story NCL testing room service fee New HAL ship goes to Port Everglades Carnival Pride back in Baltimore, again after Fun Ship 2.0 St. Maarten to undergo a massive redevelopment project Anthem of the Seas status Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener Kabir just returned from a sailing aboard Norwegian Epic, taking him on a seven-night jaunt around the Western Caribbean. Kabir gives us a full Norwegian Epic review, including embarkation, the stateroom, dining options, entertainment, and shares his tips and secrets. Bill Panoff, president and CEO of Fort Lauderdale-based PPI Group, began his career as a cruise director and went into cruise publishing. Bill took his company a step further and now has over 60 port shopping lecturers. No one knows cruise port shopping like Bill. He joins us to answer a listener question about Caribbean port shopping. Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has cruise news on: Carnival Vista itineraries Norwegian Cruise Line tipping increases New venue for upcoming Holland America ship Disney adds Star Wars themed cruises Captain of Costa Concordia sentenced Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Kathie Lee Gifford, former spokesperson for Carnival Cruise Line, returned to Carnival on Sunday to introduce her GIFFT Collection of wines at a tasting event for cruise guests on Carnival Breeze at PortMiami. The wines are now available for sale fleetwide on Carnival's 24 ships. Hear about the Kathie Lee Gifford wine partnership. On this show, we talk with: Kathie Lee Gifford Eddie Allen, VP of Beverage Ops Emile, Onboard staff Matt, Cruise Director Cruise passengers Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® has Cruise News: Venice lifting bans on big cruise ships Royal Caribbean makes a specialty venue complimentary on Quantum of the Seas Carnival Freedom heading to Galveston, big festivities planned Undercover Boss of Norwegian Cruise Line leaves company Holland America Line rescues distressed sailors Princess Cruises positions another ship to Australia Status update on Anthem of the Seas Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

Jason Leppert returns to talk about his latest family vacation aboard Disney Cruise Lines' Disney Fantasy. Jason discusses his experience aboard Disney Cruise Lines, what it's like traveling during the holiday season on Disney and goes into detail about the dining experiences. Hear his Disney Fantasy review on this episode.  It's officially Wave Season - that means there are a lot of great cruise deals to be had. In fact, 75% of cruise bookings this year will be made over the next couple months. We have added a Cruise Deal page at the top navigational bar of the website or you can click here. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® has Cruise News: Snow to be featured on upcoming Norwegian Escape Carnival Miracle up next for a multimillion dollar renovation Royal Caribbean delays Dynamic Dining concept fleetwide Carnival Cruise Line dropping the S Pearl Seas possibly heading into Cuba Carnival doing away with EA Sports Bar after three years Oceania cruise ship fire - get caught up on the details

Jason Leppert returns to talk about his latest family vacation aboard Disney Cruise Line's Disney Fantasy. Jason discusses his experience aboard Disney Cruise Line, what it's like traveling during the holiday season on Disney, and goes into detail about the dining experiences. Hear his Disney Fantasy review on this episode.  It's officially Wave Season - that means there are a lot of great cruise deals to be had. In fact, 75% of cruise bookings this year will be made over the next couple months. We have added a Cruise Deal page at the top navigational bar of the website or you can click here. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® has Cruise News: Snow to be featured on upcoming Norwegian Escape Carnival Miracle up next for a multimillion dollar renovation Royal Caribbean delays Dynamic Dining concept fleetwide Carnival Cruise Line dropping the "S" Pearl Seas possibly heading into Cuba Carnival doing away with EA Sports Bar after three years Oceania cruise ship fire - get caught up on the details Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

Listener Joe Tolley from Charlotte, North Carolina just returned from a seven-night Eastern Caribbean sailing aboard the 2,974-guest Carnival Conquest, a Conquest-class cruise ship based currently based in Miami. Joe talks with us about his family's cruise to Nassau, St. Thomas, San Juan, and Grand Turk. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® has Cruise News: Celebrity orders two new ships Carnival offers longer itineraries Norwegian partners with Margaritaville Virgin cruises New CEO Royal/Celebrity Voyager of the Seas completes $80m refurbishment Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network just returned from a sailing aboard Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Breeze where she participated in one of the cruise line's signature Carnival LIVE sailings. This particular sailing had country music/Top 40 group Lady Antebellum. Hear all the details of this sailing.  Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® stops by with Cruise News: Norwegian Cruise Lines staying in NOLA through 2018 New ultra luxury Seabourn ship ordered  Costa Captain back in court - what's going on with the trial? Did we see any black Friday sales that were totally WOW Majesty of the Seas leaving Miami We're seeing a lot of cruise ships canceling Belize lately because of weather - will we ever see a pier? What is the world's busiest cruise port in 2014? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

This is a not-to-miss episode as we chat with the folks at MTN Communications and talk about staying connected at sea. MTN just launched the website ConnectAtSea.com and it's a portal filled with great information when it comes to your cruise vacation. Whether you're just texting, Facebooking, calling or surfing the web - everyone has to be connected these days. Brent Horwitz, Senior VP & General Manager, Cruise for MTN joins us to cover all bases about staying connected at sea. There is no stone left unturned in this interview. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy stops by with Cruise News on:  Quantum of the Seas is officially Royal Caribbean's and arrived in Southampton this week - how long until she heads westbound to the United States? Holland America continues Dancing with the Stars through 2016 Disney Cruise Line itineraries have been announced for 2016 - anything new? Have their been any cancelations or skipped ports overseas because of political unrest or ebola? What's the latest talk from China? How's Hong Kong doing? Listener Question My wife and I want to go to Alaska on the Celebrity Solstice, when's the best time to go? Is it better to sail out of Seattle or Vancouver; we live in Ontario. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

For years, the cruise industry has asked boarding passengers to fill out a health questionnaire, primarily to help stop the spread of norovirus. In light of the Ebola concerns, cruise lines today began asking more pointed questions about whether they’ve had contact with a person with Ebola or someone who helped care for such a patient, according to the CLIA. Theresa Norton Masek is the editor-in-chief of Vacation Agent Magazine and cruise beat writer for TravelPulse.com, she joins us and talks about the ebola virus scare last week on a cruise. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy stops by with Cruise News on:  After we recorded last week, the Carnival Magic wasn't allowed into Cozumel because of the hospital worker on board who handled ebola - what was the status on this cruise? 102 year old Miami Bar to be featured on upcoming Norwegian Escape Bermuda got hammered by a hurricane last weeknd, what's the status and are cruise ships finding new temporary ports? Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas getting closer - anything new during her second round of sea trials? Royal Caribbean earnings call this week Listener Question I want to ask a question and I cant seem to get a straight answer from different sites on the internet,when sailing from New Orleans to Mo Bay Jamaica....Is it possible to see Cuba? The reason I ask is back in 08 we were on the conquest from Galveston to Mo Bay and overheard some people saying that they seen the lights of Cuba as we passed at night. Was that true? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

On this episode, Jason Leppert, editor of Popular Cruising joins us to talk about his latest experience aboard Princess Cruises' Star Princess, a cruise ship based seasonally on the West Coast. Jason gives us a full review of the itinerary and a bow to stern review of this 950' cruise ship. This Star Princess review includes: dining, entertainment, ports, embarkation, public areas, and first time thoughts. Star Princess is scheduled to remain based in San Francisco, operating cruises to Mexico and Hawaii. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy stops by with Cruise News on:  Cruise passenger quarantined with ebola relation   Norwegian Escape reveal Carnival Vista construction officially underway Princess Cruises has a slew of celebrities for their upcoming christening of Regal Princess A lot of new enhancements to Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas, you may be surprised Norwegian Jewel back in Houston Listener Question Joe Tolley in Charlotte, NC: Offsite parking in Miami, I've read some horror stories, should we suck it up and pay the 20 clams/day at the port? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

Listener Rick from Jacksonville, Florida returns to Cruise Radio to gives us a complete Carnival Sunshine review. Rick gives us his impressions of the ship, the food, entertainment, ports, and some first time cruise tips for Carnival Sunshine. Emily Kaufman has been a leading expert in travel since her first television appearance in 1996. She currently contributes to The Today Show as a frequent guest, was the travel contributor to Good Morning America, is currently the travel contributor on The Steve Harvey Show, and regularly appears as the travel expert in top 25 TV markets across the country including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and more offering practical travel tips and advice. Emily stops by this evening to give us some fall cruise travel advice. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® stops by with Cruise News: Carnival returning to Cabo for the first time with Carnival Miracle Carnival adds steak in dining room for fee A college student falls to his death off the mast of Carnival Ecstasy Free private dining restaurant will debut on Norwegian Escape Princess Cruises debuting a Princess at Sea app aboard Regal Princess We're tracking Quantum of the Seas - what is she doing now?    Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Carter and his wife are from Central Florida and just returned on a seven-night Eastern Caribbean sailing aboard Disney Fantasy. Carter joins us to give us a bow to stern review of Disney Fantasy, leaving no stone unturned. Carter covers embarkation, first impressions, the stateroom, dining, entertainment, how the outside of the ship handles itself on sea days, and some first time cruise tips for Disney Cruise Line. You won't want to miss this Disney Fantasy Review. Jim Berra is the Chief Marketing Officer for Carnival Cruise Lines and joins us to talk about Carnival's Great Vacation Guarantee. Basically if you think the sailing stinks, Carnival will fly you home and refund the cost of the cruise. Turns out you have a better chance of dating a supermodel than using the Great Vacation Guarantee. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® stops by with Cruise News: Carnival Corp earnings were released – have they finally recovered from their past financial issues? Royal Caribbean's new ship - Quantum of the Seas completed it’s conveyance – how'd it go? Norwegian Escape keel laid – what exactly does this mean? Princess to participate in 2015 Rose Parade Oceania increasing daily gratuities to $16 per person, per day Cabo San Lucas – how is recovery after the hurricane? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

Listener, Marcy Bucy, from California joins us to give us her review on her latest sailing aboard Carnival Inspiration, a three-night Mexico cruise her family recently took out of Long Beach. Marcy gives us a bow-to-stern review of Carnival Inspiration and talks about the Cheers Beverage program and Faster to the Fun.  Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy has cruise news on: Royal Caribbean is busy over in Europe cutting steel and getting Quantum of the Seas, Anthem of the Seas, and their upcoming ship that they just cut the steel on.  Carnival's Vacation Guarantee  Holland America named their new ship - let me guess, it ends in dam?  Last week we talked about NCL buying a couple new cruise lines - anything new on that front?  Houston cig and liquor tax and how it's affecting cruise passengers.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

Theresa Masek, the Editor-in-chief of Vacation Agent Magazine joins us today to talk about her recent shipyard tour of Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas. Theresa gives us 10 awesome new features aboard the upcoming cruise ship. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® stops by with Cruise News: Norwegian Cruise Line purchases Prestige Princess Cruises reveals a trendy night club on upcoming Regal Princess Plans for a new pier in Venice - how is this going to play with the cruise ship ban? Oasis of the Seas Europe bound - but back next month - what is she doing over there and why is the Europe stint so short? Latest from Quantum of the Seas  Listener Question Submitted to Facebook: We were unloading our car at PortMiami a few weeks ago and had four bags total - I gave the porter a dollar for each bag and he told me this wasn't sufficient and the charge was $2 per bag. I went ahead and paid the $2 per bag because I didn't want my bag to wind up on the wrong ship! What are the tipping guidelines for curbside porters on embarkation day? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

This week, we chat with listener, Don Harlem, who just returned from a 12-night Med cruise on Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas, roundtrip Barcelona. Don gives us a full review of Serenade of the Seas, including: his pre-cruise stay, embarkation from Barcelona, first impressions of the ship, stateroom, dining, entertainment, ports, and his overall thoughts of Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® stops by with Cruise News: Hollywood actors telling cruise ships to stay away from Italy Going, going, gone! So long Costa Concordia Carnival Magic going to operate a series of four-six day cruises in Winter 2015, does this show a demand in the TX markets? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

Jason Leppert from PopularCruising.com recently returned from an 18-night expedition cruise on Silverseas Cruises vessel Silver Discover. His voyage started him out in Asia, he made his way up Russia's eastern coast and to remote parts of Alaska. Jason goes into detail about sailing from the Far East, what his expedition ship was like, the atmosphere surrounding the cruise, ports that stick out and his overall thoughts. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® stops by with Cruise News: Two more ships for Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Cruise Line enforcing no smoking policy  Costa Concordia status Celebrity Silhouette is having propulsion issues Steel is cut on the Regent Seven Seas Explorer  Is Florida losing it's homeport advantage? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

On this episode, we talk to Jason Cohen about his latest cruise on MSC Cruises MSC Divina, a cruise ship that sails from Miami seasonally. We break down why it's important to have travel insurance.  Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® stops by with Cruise News: Carnival changes smoking policy Carnival staying in NOLA for another five years AIDA ship gets missile debris on deck  Atlantic City wants cruise ships   What is all this hype about Tampa and the skyway bridge?  Question: Since marijuana is legal in Washington state now, is it still illegal to bring on an Alaska sailing embarking from Seattle, Washington? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

Mickey Live is known across a variety of cruise ships for his unique ways of onboard lectures. Mickey isn't using your typical overhead projector or marker board to teach cruise passengers, he uses modern day technology like GPS and his cutting edge photography skills.  Stewart Chiron stops by with Cruise News: Costa announces Costa Concordia to be removed in July, 11 lbs of cocaine found on Carnival Liberty in Port Canaveral, small fire on Holland America's Westerdam, cruise parking in Galveston starts sparks lawsuit, American Cruise Lines launches new river boat, and low water levels in Europe are getting river cruisers stuck! Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net  

Mike Jirout from the popular ShipMate App joins us to talk about the cruise travel app with almost a million downloads, available on both iOS and Android market. Jason drops by to share his latest venture on Viking River Cruises; looks like Viking placed a world record, again! Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, has cruise-travel news you can use.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listeners, Carter and Kristie from Central Florida, join us this week to review Celebrity Cruises' recently refurbished Celebrity Constellation. The couple gives us a run down of the ships, dining options, entertainment and some been-there done-that tips for the cruise ship. Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, stops by with cruise news on Disney Cruise Line's new internet packages, Carnival's new entertainment program, Royal Caribbean's profits, and the dreaded norovirus. Listen and learn!  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this show, we talk to Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network. Nancy gives us her review of her 7 night sailing on the Carnival Miracle. Stewart Chiron joins us with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

On this show, we talk to Fran Golden, contributor to USA Today, about cruise etiquette. Plus, Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, drops by with cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Listener Ed McDonough joins us to give us his review of his five night sailing on Carnival Victory. Hear all about the ship and the ports of call. Plus, Stewart Chiron has this week's cruise news.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network talks about her recent sailing aboard Royal Caribbean’s Grandeur of the Seas. The ship recently underwent a six week dry dock after a fire onboard in late May. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® stops by with Cruise News: Carnival new safety trial Grand Cayman has low passenger counts Carnival Faster to the Fun on more ships Royal Caribbean Grandeur of the Seas back in service Latest on Costa Concordia Purchasing frequent flyer miles  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

This week, we talk to Chris Owen about his latest article on Saving Money on Cruises in 2013. Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, stops by with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

Doug went down to Port Canaveral this week to board the Queen Victoria as it made its maiden voyage into central Florida.  He sits down with the ship's master, Captain Rynd. Lobster shell golf balls? We came across this story and had to get to the bottom of it. We talk to the inventors Dr. David J. Neivandt and Dr. Bob Bayer. Cool concept! Stewart Chiron catches us up on this weeks Cruise News.

Doug just returned from Freeport, so find out all about Freeport, Bahamas and what it's really like down there. Comedian Happy Cole joins us, as well a local conch diver. Stewart Chiron catches us up on this week's Cruise News.

On this episode, travel writer Chris Owen joins us to discuss one of his recent articles "10 ways to save money on a cruise without being a cheapskate." Stewart Chiron the Cruise Guy joins us with Cruise News. Hear about: Princess Cruises relocating their ship, Crown Princess, to Texas; get an Egypt update on the ports of call; Carnival Cruise Lines pulling out of Mazatlan; and get the low down on fuel surcharges.

This week we sit down and talk with Carnival Cruise Line's Ship Architect & Designer, Joe Farcus. Joe tells us what goes into ship design and the upcoming Carnival Magic. Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, updates our Cruise News. Hear about NCL pulling out of Mazatlan, more ships going to St. Kitts, more delays because of fog, and the drug bust in the port of Montego Bay.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. Follow us on Twitter/CruiseRadio

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.

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. 

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.

In this week's episode we talk to the Cruise Guy, Stewart Chiron, about the cruising trends of 2010.  Dr. Steve Gyland joins us to talk about some of his 500+ days spent sailing the Holland America Fleet. Scott Lara joins us talking about the benefits of sailing out of Port Canaveral, Florida.