PKAT Chat

We’re sharing our first-time experience sailing on Margaritaville at Sea, specifically aboard the Islander. This was a five-day cruise to Progreso, Mexico, and Cozumel, Mexico, and our first time cruising with Margaritaville at Sea. In this live, we’ll talk through the ship itself, the overall layout, dining options and venues, and the general feel and vibe that Margaritaville brings compared to o...

In Part 2 of our MSC World America review series, we're leaving the ship and exploring the ports! Join us as we visit Roatan, Costa Maya, Cozumel, and MSC's private island Ocean Cay. We'll share what excursions we booked, what surprised us, what we'd do again, and a few unexpected adventures along the way. From a last-minute excursion change in Roatan to relaxing at Maya Chan Beach...

We finally tried MSC for the first time, and this live is all about our first-ever experience on the MSC World America. This is MSC’s newest and largest ship built specifically for the U.S. market, and we’re breaking down everything from check-in to the onboard surprises we didn’t expect. We talk through what it was like to board the ship during Thanksgiving week, how smooth (or not) the embarkati...

We're wrapping up our Thankful November series with special guests Jeremy and Cheryl from Cruising Is Fun Anytime. Together, we reflect on the blessings, challenges, friendships, family moments, health journeys, and opportunities that have shaped our year. This heartfelt conversation explores what it means to stay positive, appreciate life's victories, and find gratitude even during diffic...

In Part 2 of our Thankful November series, we're joined by Jimmy from The Astute Tourist to discuss the power of gratitude, positive mental attitude (PMA), friendship, family, faith, and overcoming life's toughest challenges. This heartfelt conversation dives deep into the importance of focusing on what we're thankful for and how positivity can shape our lives. Jimmy shares his incredi...

With so much negativity in the world, we decided to dedicate an entire month of episodes to positivity, gratitude, friendship, travel memories, and the moments that made 2025 special. In this first episode of our Thankful November series, we're joined by Rob from Cruising on the High Seas & Travel and CJ & Kristine as we reflect on the experiences, challenges, and victories that gave u...

CJ and Kristine return for Part 2 of their incredible Norway Northern Lights cruise adventure. This episode covers the ports, excursions, surprises, and unforgettable experiences from their Princess Cruises journey through Norway, including Trondheim, Tromsø, Alta, Narvik, Paris, and even Stonehenge. Join us as we discuss Northern Lights viewing, Arctic train rides, Norway shopping, local culture,...

CJ and Kristine are back from their incredible Norway Northern Lights adventure, and we're kicking off a two-part series covering everything they learned along the way. In this first installment, we discuss flights, packing tips, weather challenges, Princess Cruises, Northern Lights photography, airport experiences, accessibility considerations, and first impressions from one of the most uniqu...

From cruise ship apps and travel planning tools to portable fans, charging stations, backpacks, AirTags, and camera gear, we're sharing some of our favorite travel gadgets and technology that make cruising and RV travel easier. Whether you're planning your next cruise vacation or heading out on an RV adventure, these tools can help you stay organized, connected, and prepared. We discuss cr...

Join us for a fun chat as we dive into everything you need to know about sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line. We’ll cover the upcoming NCL Viva Group Cruise on October 31, 2026, what travelers can expect onboard, and even touch on the new NCL Aqua. Special guest Eddie Lugo Studios and Jeremy & Sheryl from Cruising is Fun Anytime will be joining the conversation, so bring your questions and join...

After a year and a half of RV camping adventures, we're looking back at everything we've learned, what mistakes we made, what worked, and what we'd do differently if we were starting over today. From choosing our first travel trailer to learning about towing, campsite setup, maintenance, storage, and campground reservations, we're sharing the real-world lessons that only come from...

We're just one week away from our 14-day Norway cruise adventure, and it's time to talk packing! In this live stream, CJ and Kristine take over the show to break down exactly what they're bringing for their Northern Lights cruise aboard Princess Cruises. From flying overseas and navigating airports to packing for changing weather above the Arctic Circle, we're covering everything w...

In this episode, we’re talking about some of our favorite camping trips so far in 2025, including Myakka River State Park, Splash RV Resort, Kissimmee Prairie Preserve, and other great spots. Join the conversation, share your own camping experiences, and get inspired for your next outdoor adventure. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more RV and camping tips. #Camping2025 #RVLif...

Join us as we share how we plan our RV trips—from choosing the best locations to finding and scouting top campsites. We’ll walk through the tools and tips we use to make RV travel smooth, fun, and stress-free. Bring your questions and be part of the conversation. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more RV tips and travel advice. #RVLife #RVTravel #CampingTips #RVTips #FullTimeRV

Join Ryan from PK Adventure Travels as we are interviewed by CNS Travel! We’ll be talking about our YouTube growth strategies, what works for travel vloggers, and tips that help creators build consistent watch hours. If you’re a new creator or want to grow your channel in 2025, this interview is packed with insights from our experience.... and then we have a squirrel moment and start talking about...

In this interview, we catch up with Da Fam Adventures to talk about family cruising, land-based vacations, and how they make the most of every trip together. They share what it’s like traveling with kids, their favorite cruise ports and resort spots, and the fun moments that keep their audience coming back. With a focus on family-friendly travel both at sea and on land, their content brings real v...

In this exclusive interview, we chat with the Mountains 2 Sea Crew about their journey as RV newbies, their love for cruising, and how pickleball has become a big part of their travels. They share what it's like jumping into RV life for the first time, how they’re learning along the way, and how they plan to mix road trips with time at sea. If you're curious about starting RV life, cruisin...

In this interview, we talk with the man behind Controversial Cruising—a familiar face across the cruise community who seems to be everywhere at once. He’s known for supporting other creators, running the popular Match Game and Thirsty Thursday Trivia, and being part of the cast on the Conscious Cruiser Podcast. We dig into how he juggles it all, what drives his passion for cruising, and his honest...

In this interview, we sit down with the creators of Foodie’s Vacations to talk all about cruise dining, food reviews, and their favorite travel experiences. Known for showcasing must-try bites on land and at sea, they share how their passion for food shapes their vacations and what dishes you shouldn’t miss. From cruise ship buffets to specialty dining and hidden gems in port, this chat is packed...

Join us for our reaction to experiencing Opening Day at Carnival Cruise Line’s new exclusive destination — Celebration Key on Grand Bahama! 🎉 In this live episode with Seth Grunes from Carnival, we’re sharing what it was really like to be there on Day One. We’ll talk about our favorite neighborhoods, what surprised us, what you absolutely can’t miss, and how the food and drink options truly set C...

Join us live as we recap our incredible 8-day Carnival Vista cruise! We'll share our experiences in Aruba, Bonaire, the Cloud 9 Spa, specialty dining, onboard entertainment, meeting fellow cruise creators, and our first impressions of Carnival's newest destination, Celebration Key. We'll discuss what surprised us most about Carnival Vista, the changes we've noticed since our last C...

Join us live from the Carnival Vista as we sail toward the highly anticipated opening of Carnival Celebration Key! We're sharing cruise updates, first impressions from Aruba and Bonaire, onboard experiences, spa reviews, creator meetups, and everything we're hearing about Carnival's newest private destination. We'll also discuss the Celebration Key opening events, rumors surroundin...

Thinking about starting a YouTube channel? Wondering how creators grow from zero subscribers to monetization? Join this special live panel featuring travel creators, cruise content creators, and YouTubers sharing real-world experiences about building channels, creating content, growing communities, and staying motivated. Topics include YouTube Shorts, live streaming, channel growth, finding your n...

Join us as we sit down with Life with Lucia & Glynn, the vibrant YouTube duo known for their wild adventures in food, music, travel, and cruising! In this exclusive live interview, we dive into their favorite vacation moments, foodie finds, cruise tips, and how they built a community around fun and authentic experiences. Whether you're a cruise lover, music fan, foodie, or just love follow...

Get an exclusive first look at Carnival Cruise Line's all-new exclusive destination — Celebration Key — opening July 19, 2025 on Grand Bahama! Join us live with Seth Grunes from Carnival Cruise Lines as we dive into what makes this destination so different from typical cruise private islands. We'll break down the themed neighborhoods, unique experiences, and especially how the food and bev...