Cruise Talk Weekly

Carnival is giving cruisers stickers for prepaying their gratuities—but is it a clever incentive or an awkward way to single people out? Tony and Tommy debate the idea, and one of them might actually change his mind. Plus, we discuss the Villa Vie crisis and its impact on residents, what cruise loyalty is worth when benefits get suspended, and how cruise lines keep finding ways to get us spending...

Is Carnival REALLY Giving Cruisers What They Want? Good Change or Money Grab? Carnival Cruise Line is shaking things up with new Fun Packs, a three-alcoholic-drink Cheers! Social option, and dynamic pricing for drink packages and Wi-Fi. But are these changes actually giving cruisers more flexibility and value, or are they simply another way for cruise lines to increase onboard spending? In this ep...

Cruise Talk Weekly #37 — Are Cruisers Wasting Money on These Things? Are you wasting money on your cruise vacation? This week, Tony and Tommy debate which cruise extras are worth the price and which ones might be a complete waste of money! From expensive shore excursions and specialty dining to cruise photographs, drink packages, and balcony cabins, we're breaking down the purchases that divide cr...

What would you happily pay extra for on a cruise? Tony and Tommy dream up everything from pizza delivery and onboard pet care to private parties—and robot girlfriends. Plus, cruise news and passenger shenanigans. What extra would YOU pay for? Tell us in the comments! See the video of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/@cruisetalktnt Get More Tommy here:  ⁨@alwaysbebookedcruisepodcas1247⁩  M...

Tony and Tommy talk about the cruise things they used to do—but don't anymore. From drink packages and formal nights to pier running, snorkeling, cruise activities and more, how has the way you cruise changed over the years? See the video here: https://www.youtube.com/@cruisetalktnt

Cruise Talk Weekly is back for Season 2! Tony and Tommy catch up and quickly go off the rails with a packed conversation about cruising. This week, they talk short cruises and why cruise lines are putting newer ships on shorter itineraries, a slot machine fire aboard a Carnival ship, cruise casino fees, private-island spending, drink packages, and Norwegian's move from Broadway-style productions t...

Have you ever heard someone say they'd never take a cruise because the ship might sink… or that cruise ships are just floating petri dishes? This week on Cruise Talk Weekly , Tommy and Tony discuss some of the biggest misconceptions non-cruisers have about cruising. From fears of seasickness and safety to whether cruises are boring, they break down what people often get wrong before the conversati...

What kind of cruiser are you? This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tommy and Tony introduce a new Cruise Frequency Framework and break down the different types of cruisers—from first-time cruisers and occasional vacationers to enthusiasts and full-fledged Super Cruisers. Along the way, they discuss what turns someone into a frequent cruiser, why some people cruise once and never return, and why others...

Cruise comedy is back in the spotlight after another Carnival comedian faces complaints from passengers who attended an adults-only comedy show. This week, Tommy and Tony dive into the ongoing debate over comedy, free speech, cruise entertainment, and whether some guests are simply too quick to be offended. They also discuss the latest cruise controversies, including a passenger suing Carnival aft...

Cruise Lines Are Getting Pushback | Royal Caribbean, NCL & Carnival This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy dive into another wild week in cruising. From Royal Caribbean hitting a major roadblock in Mexico to Carnival slap fights, buffet crackdowns, NCL ceiling collapses, and the growing debate around cruise line changes, there's a lot to unpack. The guys also discuss solo cruising, cruise...

Cruise Fights, Virus Fears & Carnival Chaos  This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy dive into one of the wildest weeks in cruise news yet. From a slap fight at Carnival guest services that somehow ended up involving the FBI, to growing concerns around the hantavirus outbreak connected to an expedition cruise ship, there's a lot to unpack. The guys also discuss: Carnival's cruise pricing g...

This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy break down one of the most unusual cruise experiences we've seen in a while… a sailing out of Philadelphia with no cruise terminal 😳 From a chaotic embarkation process that had passengers waiting for hours, to rough seas on the way to Bermuda, this cruise didn't exactly start smoothly. But once things got going? It turned into something pretty speci...

Cruise influencers / Cruise YouTubers have been banned from Margaritaville at Sea for a bad review. In this episode Tommy and Tony give their take on this situation and everything going on in cruising.  

In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, Tommy shares one of the wildest cruise stories we've ever heard — booking a cruise just hours before departure and barely making it onboard in time. But once the adventure began, things didn't exactly go smoothly… We break down: The unbelievable same-day cruise booking story Racing to the port and boarding at the last possible second Visiting the ABC islands...

There have been a lot going on with cruises over the last week. In this epsiode, Tommy and Tony talk about the latest impacts of the conflict in the Middle East in regards to cruises. They also breakdown the overboard prank on the Oasis of the Seas. Additionally, the conversation touches on cruise ship Godmothers, swimming with the pigs, Rocky V and more. It's Cruise Talk with Tommy and Tony. Chec...

🎙️ Episode 24: New Cruise Charges, Outbreak Scare & That FAKE Pier Run?! This week on Cruise Talk Weekly , Tony and Tommy break down a packed week in cruising—from rising costs to viral chaos and everything in between. Cruise lines may soon be adding new fuel surcharges as global tensions push oil prices higher. What does this mean for your next vacation—and are more surprise charges on the way? W...

Cruises are being canceled as tensions escalate in the Persian Gulf. Cruise lines are scrambling to move ships and passengers while thousands of cruisers try to get home. At the same time, cruise lines are starting to charge for things that used to be free. Are these changes the new normal for cruising? In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy break down the biggest cruise stories fro...

This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy break down a jam-packed episode covering: - Tony's experience on the Kevin Smith "Cruise Askew" theme cruise - Escalating violence in Mexico and what it means for cruise passengers - A bizarre hotel "travel hack" gone viral (and very wrong) - MSC's plan to introduce humanoid robots and robot dogs onboard - Virgin Voyages taking a public swipe at Norw...

The cruise world is shifting — and this week we're breaking down the biggest changes making waves across the industry. From leadership shakeups at Norwegian Cruise Line to new onboard policies and the growing buzz around small-ship and river cruising, we dive into what these developments could mean for the future of cruising. Are travelers looking for more exclusivity? Are cruise lines struggling...

After 80 cruises, this one might have been my BEST cruise ever. In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, we break down a family Comic Con cruise experience that delivered rare "Pure Cruise Bliss" — plus major cruise news impacting Carnival Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, and the Alaska cruise market. Tony shares what made this sailing so special: cruising with 10 family members, fir...

Looking at the cruise trends for 2026 a question lingers. Even though Royal Caribbean is seen as the industry leader in many ways is Carnival actual better at this thing? Tommy and Tony also talk through the latest cruise news and events impacting the cruise industry. #cruisetalk #cruisenews #cruisetrends See the video version of this podcast here - https://youtu.be/Rs87CkJUi1E Contact us: questio...

Cruises are very predictible and uneventful for the most part. However, occasionally things happen and chaos ensues. In today's epsiode Tommy and Tony walk though the major events that have happened in cruising including the story a cruise ship that broke free at a popular cruise port. Updates from Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, NCL and more. See the video version of this epsiode here - ht...

Big cruise news, wild passenger stories, and honest cruise talk — this episode has it all. On this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, we break down: Major upgrades coming to Norwegian's Great Stirrup Cay Why the Comic-Con Cruise is officially ending The future (and pricing problems) of themed cruises A real cruise scam story and how to avoid getting burned Passenger requests that went way too far Adul...

In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, hosts Tommy and Tony discuss their New Year's resolutions, cruise goals for 2026, and the impact of geopolitical issues on cruising. They explore the importance of levity in serious discussions, the unpredictable behavior of cruise passengers, and the implications of internet monitoring on cruise ships. The conversation also touches on new taxes affecting the...

In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, hosts Tommy and Tony discuss a variety of topics related to cruising, including their experiences on holiday cruises, favorite Christmas movies, and the latest cruise line packages. They also touch on the recent milestone of Celebration Key, cabin troubles on cruise ships, and the innovations being introduced by cruise lines. The conversation is light-hearted...