CruiseTipsTV Unplugged - Cruise Tips and More

In this episode of the pod, we've created a "How to prepare for your cruise" audio timeline. We're going to talk about what to do the day, week and months before your cruise. We'll also cover some 30, 60 and 90 day must do items along the way. If you have a cruise booked, this is the episode for you! As always, you can email us your questions at podcast@cruisetipstv.com. We'd also LOVE if you'd le...

In this episode of the pod, we're continuing our cruise line spotlight series, with a close look at Princess cruise line. In this series, we cover the history of the cruise line, exactly what our subscribers think about the line, and what the future holds. As always, you can email us your questions at podcast@cruisetipstv.com. We'd also LOVE if you'd leave a review where you listen to this podcast...

In this episode we talk about planning our upcoming Royal Caribbean cruise on Harmony of the Seas. We'll look at how we are preparing, what we are excited about, things we are nervous about, and how to make this the best possible cruise experience.  Email us your questions at podcast@cruisetipstv.com. We'd also LOVE if you'd leave a review where you listen to this podcast, and screen shot the show...

This week's podcast is all about Cruising Alaska. It's no secret that we love to cruise Alaska. So we are taking everything we've learned about preparing for, and cruising Alaska, and squeezing into this podcast. Think of this episode as a mini guide to cruising Alaska. If you are cruising the last frontier anytime soon, you'll want to tune into this podcast. Email us your questions at podcast@cru...

In this week's podcast, it's all about the extra costs associated with a cruise that often get overlooked when planning. There are many things to consider when planning a cruise budget, and some are all too easy to overlook. Of course there are the obvious examples like the casino, spa and drinks, but for us there are some less obvious examples. And that's what we'll be discussing in this episode....

In this week's podcast we do our best to explain how tipping works on a cruise ship. Tipping on a cruise can be a confusing thing.  Complicating the issue is the fact that most cruise lines have gratuities, or service charges automatically added to your account, and yet there are instances where additional gratuities would be appropriate, and even expected.  As always, you can email us your questi...

In this week's podcast we take a look at the ship within a ship cruise concept. We'll let you know our take on this new cruising experience, what it is, how it works, what cruise lines are offering, if we think it's worth it, and even the perception surrounding concept.   As always, you can email us your questions at podcast@cruisetipstv.com. We'd also LOVE if you'd leave a review where you listen...

In this week's podcast we take an in depth look at a subject that is becoming increasingly overwhelming. We'll be talking about choosing the right cabin (or stateroom) for your cruise. Cruise lines are working hard to provide more and more options when it comes to cabin categories, which is a good thing, but all these new options can lead to confusion.  In this episode we'll try to help you sort i...

In this week's episode we talk about 10 things we've changed about the way we cruise, and how these changes have helped improve our cruise experience. This episode is part of a series that includes two videos on our YouTube channel. Be sure to check those out as well.  As always, you can email us your questions at podcast@cruisetipstv.com. We'd also LOVE if you'd leave a review where you listen to...

On this week's podcast, we talk about special places on cruise ship. You know those spots that make you say "aaah"? We've got our own list favorite cruise ship locations, and we've reached out to our friends on Facebook for some of their thoughts on the topic.  There could be some fun secrets revealed. As always, you can email us your questions at podcast@cruisetipstv.com. We'd also LOVE if you'd...

On this week's podcast, we go way beyond the basics of things we do to prepare for a cruise.  We've talked many times about more common things like stopping your mail and making sure your passport is valid. This time we thought it would be fun to take a deep dive into some of the finer, and perhaps esoteric things we do to prep for a cruise. As always, you can email us your questions at podcast@cr...

On this week's podcast, we're answering a variety of cruise questions from our community. How do we choose a cruise? Port, price or proximity? What would we name our very own cruiseline? Yup, we're covering a TON on the pod this week.   As always, you can email us your questions at podcast@cruisetipstv.com. We'd also LOVE if you'd leave a review where you listen to this podcast, and screen shot th...

In this episode of the pod, we're continuing our cruise line spotlight series, with a close look at Royal Caribbean cruise line. In this series, we cover the history of the cruise line, exactly what our subscribers think about the line, and what the future holds. As always, you can email us your questions at podcast@cruisetipstv.com. We'd also LOVE if you'd leave a review where you listen to this ...

On this week's episode, Sheri gets put "on the spot" with some surprise cruise questions. Mr. CTTV hijacked some YouTube and CTTV Academy questions for a spontaneous Q&A round. Will she succeed?  As always, you can email us your questions at podcast@cruisetipstv.com. We'd also LOVE if you'd leave a review where you listen to this podcast, and screen shot the show and share it on Instagram using th...

In this episode of the pod, we're starting our cruise line spotlight series, with a close look at Carnival cruise line. In this series, we cover the history of the cruise line, exactly what our subscribers think about the line, and what the future holds. Then we'll answer questions from our subscribers Will, Sheldon and Greg on what we think of the cruise content creator community, food allergies,...

On this week's episode, we're talking about the concept of getting in optimal shape before a cruise. We discuss the health benefits, our health and fitness weaknesses, and how we tackle this topic in our family.  You may be surprised to hear what percentage of our audience likes to up their fitness and nutrition pre-cruise and WHY they do it.    As always, you can email us your questions at podcas...

On this week's podcast we are going to be sharing a list of things we wish we'd known before our first cruise.  We had a lot of fun putting this list together, and thinking of things we could have done to make our first cruise better.  Our goal is to help you make your cruise the best it can be.  Whether you're planning your first cruise, or you're an experienced cruiser, we think you're going to...

On this week's podcast, we're sharing a review of our March 2019 cruise on MSC Meraviglia. In this interview style episode, Mr. Cruise Tips has lots of questions about the Yacht Club, ports, excursions, and the Cirque Du Soleil performances onboard. What's so exciting about this ship is that it's headed to North America in the fall. If you haven't checked out the unique Canada/New England and Cari...

On this week's podcast, we're covering the top 5 Cruise Questions from our subscribers and listeners. Over the past 6 years, these questions have resurfaced week after week, for good reason! As usual, the answers are just our opinions, and there is no "right or wrong" answer to any of them. Have a different opinion? Share it with us when we post this podcast episode at Facebook.com/CruiseTipsTV. A...

On this week's podcast episode, we're inviting our son on the show for our first ever guest interview. Junior Editor, as our community affectionately named him, has been on a few cruises in his 10 years, and he's formed some opinions that he's excited to share with you. We asked our community to submit questions for this interview, and they didn't disappoint! Find out what features he'd add to his...

On this week's podcast episode, we're sharing some embarrassing stories from our cruises, as well as some things you should NOT be embarrassed to do on a cruise. Over the years, we've received questions from new and experienced cruisers questioning what they should do while on a cruise, what they should wear, or how they might be perceived if they participate in a particular activity. We've found...

This week, we're making some cruise confessions. If you've followed the CruiseTipsTV family for a while, you probably know us pretty well, but we think there are a few "cruise confessions" you may be surprised to hear.  We close this episode by reading some great listener questions, and provide our answers (and opinions). As always, you can email us your questions at  podcast@cruisetipstv.com . We...

This week, we're discussing 10 things you should NEVER do on a cruise. From flying to port the day of your cruise to neglecting to keep an eye on your onboard spending account, we share our cruise travel must-don'ts. But first, we read our reviews of the week - we couldn't choose just one. We close this episode by reading some great listener questions, and provide our answers (and opinions). As al...

This week, we're discussing what to pack in your shore day bag. Whether you're cruising to a cool or warm weather destination, we'll cover the must-pack items to make your day ashore comfortable and stress-free. Download our shore day bag checklist, and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy. We have a special discount code for our podcast listener...

Hey cruisers! Today we're covering the top 5 things that are essential to consider if you're booking your own shore excursions. Booking your own excursions can be a GREAT way to save money and enjoy a less crowded experience on a port day but there are some mistakes that are easy to avoid if you employ some simple tactics and reduce the risks that come with booking outside the cruise line. Even af...