Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips

Could Charleston eventually try to throw a lawsuit against the cruise lines? This week we interview Michelle Sinkler, Program Director with Coastal Conservation League, an environmental activist group in Charleston, SC.  Doug talks about his article he wrote on 8 tips for stress-free cruise embarkation and covers cruise news.

Our medical correspondent Ed McDonough joins us to talk about all things Norovirus.  Paul Motter from Cruise Mates talks about an article he wrote, "How to Sneak Alcohol on a Cruise Ship."   Stewart Chiron, "The Cruise Guy"discusses the explosion in the port of Gibraltar effecting Royal Caribbean's Independence of the Seas. The MSC Opera was detained in Southampton last week after it recently comp...

This week, Cruise Terminal Supervisor Gloria Tomkins talks about the Jacksonville cruise terminal. Hear just what it takes to turn a ship in a matter of hours; there is a lot more than you think.  Stewart Chiron" The Cruise Guy" joins us with our weekly cruise news.

Still sailing on our 9-nt voyage on the Carnival Magic we're able to sit down with the senior cruise director John Heald.  Also, hear passenger reviews about the ship, public spaces, and the new Carnival style.

This week we broadcast aboard the brand new Carnival Magic on the 9-nt inaugural voyage from Venice, Italy to Barcelona. Hear interviews from the President and ceo of Carnival Cruise Lines, the godmother, and the ships designer. Thoughts or reviews? Email me:  doug@cruiseradio.net   Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at  https://cruiseradio.net

This week we link up with Natalie Aroyan via satellite aboard Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas. She talks to us about the brand new port in Falmouth, Jamaica. Stewart Chiron The Cruise Guy ® catches up on this week's cruise news: new renovations to the Grand Princess, assisted living case on a Celebrity Cruises, cab transportation issues in Great Victoria Harbour, and if other cruise lines...

This week Doug broadcasts down in Fort Lauderdale from the cruise event of the year, Cruise3Sixty. Hear interviews with the Jamaica tourist board, crew members from the ships, and journalists. Special thanks to M Silver Assoc. for making our broadcast possible.

Jennifer Nittoso,  Meteorologist at  The Weather Channel  answers listener questions about tsunamis, rogue waves, the Bermuda Triangle, and hurricanes. Stewart Chiron The Cruise Guy ® catches us up on this weeks Cruise News. Get caught up on Celebrity Cruises opening up in the Asian market, the Carnival Magic's godmother, and Crystal Cruises' new stand-by program.

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.

This week Doug broadcasts down at the Miami Beach Convention Center for Cruise Shipping Miami (an industry trade show). Doug will interview Captain Dan Blanchard from Innersea Discoveries, the CEO of MeetOnCruise.com, and John Atkin, a professional ship photographer. Matt is in the studio and will goes live to Jaxport where they just celebrated their 1,000,000 cruise passenger.

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...

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 l...

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 ship...

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 packa...

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.  Love Cruise Radio?  Join our Premium Content found at CruiseRadio.net!

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