Cruising the Waves Podcast

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Patrick from MSC Cruise Line for this week's cruise chat.   .   This is the first time that I have met with MSC, so we did a great brand overview so that you can learn about their cruise line together with me.   .  I really love that the atrium is so gorgeous and glittery and full of glamour. Even the stairs have Swarovski c...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Cindy from Princess Cruise Line for this week's cruise chat.  .  Princess is the destination leader in Alaska. They have been cruising more than any other cruise line in the Alaskan waters.    With Princess's North to Alaska program, they bring Alaska onboard for you with naturalists and other people who will teach you about Alas...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Hilary from Avalon Waterways for this week's cruise chat.  .  I found it interesting that Avalon does not refurbish their ships. They do not rebuild their ships. They buy new ships. So, you know you will stay on the best of the best!    Avalon's staterooms are set up so the moment you awake, you are immersed in the area you visit...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Guillaume from Oceania Cruise Line.   .  We chatted about current trends that Oceania is seeing, with longer voyages and fantastic itineraries. We also discussed what makes Oceania different than the cruise lines, with their shore excursions and the opportunities that Oceania gives to make your voyage memorable.   . I love how Oceania...

For this week's Cruise Chat, Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Aimee from Explora Journeys. . .Come and join our Fan page on Facebook and meet like-minded people who are journeying with Explora! www.facebook.com/groups/explorajourneysfanpage. . We chatted about this brand-new cruise line, and Aimee gave us an excellent overview of the restaurants, food, staterooms, itineraries,...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Eric from Celestyal Cruise Line.   .  We chatted about their cruise line and Eric gave a great overview of the restaurants, the food, the shows, the staterooms and the itineraries.   .  It was great to learn so much about their Greece-only cruise line.  When you specialize in one area, you do it right!    .  W...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Cindy from Norwegian Cruise Line.  . We chatted about some beyond fabulous itineraries. The itineraries we discussed are 14 Day Iceland, Reykjavik and Belfast. ~ Where you get to stay overnight in Reykjavik.   ~ 9 ports of call in 14 days, up to 9-10 hours in each port.  . 10 Day Europe Turkey, Greece and Italy.   ~Overnight in I...

In this week's episode Kathleen met with Charmaine from Tauck. We took a look at their partnership with Ponant Cruises and we looked at how the two family owned businesses have teamed up to bring you the best experience possible!  . Ponant cruises brings you up close to the destination that the large ships just can’t do. Making sure that you are closer to the sites you are there to see. . If you a...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Kristin from Hurtigruten Cruises.  . We chatted about how Hurtigruten stands behind its promise of sustainable cruising. How the changes they have made may seem small, but they have a large impact on the environment.   . The Hurtigruten Roald Amundsen ship is an entire Green Technology ship. They have made sure that this ship (and all of their ships...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Neil from AmaWaterways.   . We had a chat about Ama's brand new ship AmaMagna, the world's largest River Cruise Vessel! With suites ranging in size from 355 to 710 square feet. Four included restaurants, a rooftop heated pool, many lounges, and cinemas.   AmaWaterways has a beautiful itinerary called.  "Seven River Journey Through Europe"   This Jou...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Maxine from Celebrity Cruises.  We had a chat about cruising trends and what's hot in the cruising world.  Alaska and Europe are the two main areas that are selling like hotcakes!    . We chatted about Celebrity's brand new Celebrity Beyond. She is a ship like no other! There is even more space to spread out and relax onboard, the colors are soothin...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Alina from Adventure Canada. We discussed their Iceland circumnavigation itinerary.  This itinerary is a great way to see all of Iceland.   . Iceland is 100% on my list to see. That and Norway while I am so close.   . Adventure Canada will bring you to the following areas ~ and some of them are only accessible by water, not land. ~ . Grímsey Reykjav...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Danielle from Virgin Voyages, and we did a little different format this time. We chatted about what there is to do onboard their ~ soon-to-be three ~ ships.   . Valiant Lady and Resilient Lady, and Scarlet Lady are sister ships. They have the same layout, so you will know your way around each ship after you sail on one.   . I cannot believe how many...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Karl from Silversea Expeditions, and we discussed Karl's recent trip to Antarctica on Silver Explorer.   .  I love that Silversea has understood that some people get very seasick while cruising the Drake. ~ I 100% understand that! While I love cruising, sometimes my stomach does not. So, Silversea has created an option to help people like me who get...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Beverly from Regent Seven Seas Cruises and we discussed their Exotic Itineraries that you can enjoy in 2023 and beyond.   I love that Regent Seven Seas has so many inclusions in their cruise fare.  As Beverly said, other cruise lines have added those inclusions and so Regent responds by adding even more items included in your fare!    Some of the it...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Markian from Silversea Cruises and we discussed the Alaska itinerary that sails from Seward Alaska from July 21 to 28 2022.   .  A deeper look at their 7-day Alaska itinerary on Silver Shadow. There are quite a few extra perks when you book through my agency!   .  The itinerary is:    Seward Alaska Cruise Hubbard Glacier Alaska Juneau (Alaska) Skagw...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Marilyn from Riviera Cruises and we discussed some of their moving historic itineraries that are not to be missed!   . A deeper look at their 8-day Seine, Paris & Normandy on MS Jane Austen. . The itinerary is   Pairs, Les Andelys, Rouen, Caudebec-en-Caux, Ponte Du Hoc & Bayeux, Arromanches, Normandy Beach & Cementary,   Honfleur, Giverny & Vernon,...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Hillary from Globus who is the parent company of Avalon Waterways for this week's episode.    .  We discussed why it is time to rediscover Avalon!   .  We took a look at everything that is included. Avalon is perfect for more active cruisers who want to discover and learn about the culture you are visiting.   Avalon's staterooms are laid out so well...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Kim from Viking for this week's episode.    .  We discussed Viking's brand new expedition ships and itineraries!   .  Every single detail is well thought through. These ships are fantastic! Viking really makes it easy for everyone to cruise expedition, they load the Zodiacs inside where it's stable and comfortable. So even people with limited mobili...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Margarita from Azamara for this episode.    .  We discussed why it is time to rediscover Azamara!   .  Azamara is welcoming their fourth ship soon! Their ship names are Pursuit, Quest, Journey & now Onward. I love the names of their ships. It makes me think of moving forward and exploring!    . The ships have been redesigned and renovated for your c...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Guillame from Oceania for this week's episode.    .  We chatted about what Oceania is offering right now and what trends are happening in the industry.  One of the significant trends is booking far in advance. If you want to get the stateroom of your choice, it is best to book more than a year or two away.   .  Also, another trend is booking more ex...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Aimee from Explora Journeys for this week's episode. . We looked at what makes Explora Journeys stand apart from other cruise lines. Explora Is not another cruise line, its a destination in its self! Its a "Journey" . Explora Journeys has many ships on order, and they are launching their Explora I in May 2023, Explora II in Spring of 2024, Explora I...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Cindy from Princess Cruises for this week's episode.    . We looked at what makes Princess Cruises stand apart from other cruise lines. Princess really brings the destination back on board for deep immersive learning and experiences.   . Princess has opened up their 2022 Summer itineraries to the Caribbean, Europe and Canada and New England, as well...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Eric from Celestyal Cruises for this week's episode.    .  We looked at what makes Celestyal stand apart from other cruise lines.  Celestyal is a Greek-owned company and they specialize in Greek cruises.   . They have some extremely unique itineraries.    . Included in your fare is: All onboard dining Unlimited Classis drinks Select Shore excursions...

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Charmaine from Tauck for this week's episode.    .  We looked at what "All-Inclusive" means when you sail with Tauck. We took a look at where Tauck sails as well as their small ship cruising opportunities and expedition cruising as well as River Cruising itineraries.   .  By booking with me you receive a COMPLIMENTARY pre or post-stay night, This is...