Morning Brews & Cruise News

On this episode of "Morning Brews and Cruise News," Trevor Shelby, your steadfast captain of information, navigates through the fascinating and often overlooked world of the San Francisco Bar Pilots, sparked by a recent collision of the Ruby Princess cruise ship with Pier 27. We examine the crucial role these pilots play, their hazardous commute, and the rigorous process of becoming one. G...

In this episode of "Morning Brews and Cruise News", your host Trevor Shelby takes you on a virtual tour of the exciting new Carnival Jubilee. Set to debut at the Port of Galveston, Texas on December 23rd, 2023, this massive cruise liner is all set to take you on an unforgettable journey. Learn about the two new ocean-themed zones - 'Currents' and 'The Shores', each brimming...

Join your host Trevor Shelby in this episode of Morning Brews and Cruise News as he reflects on his recent experience with Donut House coffee (4 / 10), and takes you on a virtual journey to Nassau in The Bahamas. Nassau is turning heads in the cruise industry with a record-breaking 2.2 million visitors in just the first half of 2023, thanks to a $300 million renovation. The upgraded port can now a...

In this special Fourth of July episode of Morning Brew and Cruise News, host Trevor Shelby delves into an array of exciting updates about cruise lines, shares his experience with a unique coffee flavor, and even introduces viewers to his lively cat cam. The episode begins with the recent predicament faced by Norwegian Cruise Line in Ireland, leading to drastic changes in their itineraries. Trevor...

In this episode of Morning Brews and Cruise News, Trevor Shelby embarks on an in-depth discussion about the contentious topic of cruise line gratuities. He begins with a review of Timothy and David's Northwestern Blend coffee, which gets a solid 7.5 rating. Then, the main topic of the day kicks in - the ever-changing gratuity rates in the cruise industry. Trevor delves into the recent hike in...

In this episode, Trevor Shelby serves a warm blend of cruise news and coffee commentary. He begins with an engaging discussion on the Braymar, a cruise ship that just hit its 30th anniversary, sharing its fascinating history from debut in 1993 to its current search for new ownership. Trevor then shifts gears to talk about Carnival Corporation's recent surge in advertising, highlighting its str...

In this special episode of Morning Brews and Cruise News, we cast off from our usual news segment to embark on a thrilling exploration of a marvel in modern cruising - the Icon of the Seas. Join host Trevor Shelby as he uncovers the five groundbreaking features that make this ship a sea-bound wonder set to make waves in 2024. Discover the Aqua Dome, the multi-purpose social hub, marvel at the fami...

In this engaging episode, your host Trevor Shelby dives into the trending topics of the cruise world. He begins by evaluating a surprisingly potent Crazy Cups vanilla pumpkin spice coffee (3 / 10) before shifting focus to a game-changing concept by Life at Sea Cruises. They're planning a massive three-year world cruise, and it's more than just a trip - it's a new way of life, perfectly...

Join your host, Trevor Shelby, as he navigates the choppy waters of the cruise industry news in this episode of Morning Brew and Cruise News. The episode takes a deep dive into the downfall of the Boston-based cruise company, Vantage Deluxe World Travel, and the rollercoaster ride of Carnival's stock prices. On the flip side, we celebrate the launch of Virgin Voyages' innovative "Jen A...

In this episode of Morning Brew & Cruise News, our host Trevor Shelby navigates through a sea of updates from the cruising world. We start off with a warm cup of Timothy's Coffee (7.2 / 10), discussing its unique flavor profile before diving into the major news. The episode covers Oceania Cruises' innovative program, 'Just Simply More', designed to offer a more inclusive cruisi...

Join me, your host Trevor Shelby, on this cruise through the latest news and insights in our beloved industry. From miracle flights to updates on The Bahamas Tax and Carnival's recent stock market journey, we cover all things cruise in this episode of Morning Brew and Cruise News. I also share my thoughts on my latest coffee discovery from Harry and David, and we even have a surprise feline vi...

Dive into the latest brew of cruise news with your host, Trevor Shelby, as we discuss the culinary turbulence on Carnival Cruise Line's new menu changes and the unfortunate incident at Port Miami. Tune in to hear about the salmon saga, cheese plate craziness, and how an unexpected accident resulted in an impromptu sea day for thousands of cruisers. Don't forget to grab your coffee for this...

Join me, Trevor Shelby, as we journey through today's top cruise news! From Portland Port in Dorset, UK's monumental development to Viking Cruises making waves in Minnesota, we're cruising through all the big stories. But first, let's start with some freshly ground Border Blend coffee. Sit back, grab your mug, and let's dive in! In this episode, we uncover: * Portland's bra...

Today, we're discussing some exciting cruise news - from the godfather of the Norwegian Viva, to updates on Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, and a rundown on the cleanest cruise lines. We're also tasting some dark roast from the Eco Cups line of C O R Coffee. So grab your cup of joe and let's set sail into this week's cruise updates. My ADHD made me forget but the COR Coffee...

Welcome back to another daily cruise update with your host, Trevor Shelby! It's Friday, June 23rd, 2023, and we're on the edge of the weekend with some fresh and exciting news to share. In today's episode, we discuss the unexpected windfall for locals due to Jimmy Buffett's rebranded Margaritaville at Sea, and the latest clarifications on Carnival Cruise Line's embarkation rule...

Welcome to today's episode of Morning Brew and Cruise News with your host, Trevor Shelby. As your trusted cruise guide, we're here to share all the exciting news and updates happening in the cruise world. In this episode, we delve into a fascinating new Maya discovery in Mexico, a novel immersive train experience on a Royal Caribbean ship, and changes to Princess Cruises' shareholder p...

Join Trevor Shelby in today's episode of Morning Brews and Cruise News as we discuss the latest developments in the cruise world. In this episode, we delve into Carnival's Miami Slice name dispute, the concerning situation of the Titanic submarine rescue mission, and the recent Norovirus outbreak on the Norwegian Neptune. Also, don't miss Trevor's coffee review of the day! Brew a c...

Welcome Pier Runners to another exciting episode of Morning Brew and Cruise News! Today we’re discussing the latest in cruise line developments while savoring the distinctive taste of Carlos Bake Shop Hazelnut Biscotti coffee. Spoiler alert - it's like drinking a cookie! We delve into the Bahamian government's decision to hike port taxes, which could hit our pockets, and Norwegian Cruise L...

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Join us on today's episode of Morning Brews & Cruise News (MBCN) as we take a deep dive into recent cruise updates, major cancellations and exciting developments from the world of cruising. We've got news from Nome, Alaska, some insight on the Internet situation aboard cruise ships, and spotlighting one of our new favorite cruise content creators, @EmbarkationNation Grab your cup of Jo...

In this episode of Morning Brews & Cruise News, we're setting sail through a sea of exciting cruise news! First, we dive into the announcement of Celebrity Cruises' brand new ship, the Celebrity Ascent, which promises to redefine luxury cruising. Next, we navigate through a serious incident involving P&O Cruises and two blind passengers, sparking a conversation about accessibility...

Welcome aboard our first episode of Morning Brews & Cruise News! In today's episode, we dive into the story of the Radiance of the Seas collision in Sitka, Alaska. We'll discuss the chain of errors that led to the mishap and the significant financial impact it had on the cruise industry. Plus, we'll share our 'Brew of the Day' and shine a spotlight on our cruising community...