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The Main Deck

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CruiseNews is your source for cruise industry news, ship reviews, and travel insights from across the global cruise market. Hosted by Joe Miragliotta, Executive Producer of CruiseNews.com, alongside Harrison Liu, Managing Editor, The Main Deck breaks down the biggest stories shaping the cruise world—from new ship launches and itinerary changes to industry trends, traveler tips, and behind-the-scenes insights. If you love cruising, want smarter cruise advice, or simply want to stay ahead of what’s happening in the industry, you’re in the right place.

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The Main Deck | Alaska Cruise Season, Fuel Surcharges & Working From a Cruise Ship | Ep 3 14.04.2026 57:19

In this episode of The Main Deck, Joe Miragliotta and Harrison Liu break down everything happening in the cruise world right now — from the biggest Alaska season yet (50 ships this summer) to a hidden fuel surcharge clause buried in cruise line contracts that's already technically triggered. Plus: Viking's hydrogen-powered ship launching November 2026, the viral couple who found out mid-dr...

The Main Deck | Traveling Abroad as an American | Ep 2 25.03.2026 53:56

Welcome to The Main Deck — CruiseNews.com's bi-weekly cruise industry discussion show. In this episode, we break down: What it's really like traveling abroad as an American right now, how one family lost $9,000 by skipping travel insurance, the best tips for meeting people as a solo cruiser, and a whole lot more! Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, The Main Deck...

The Main Deck | Are Cruise Ships Getting too Big | Ep 1 15.03.2026 1:03:12

Welcome to The Main Deck — CruiseNews.com's bi-weekly cruise industry discussion show. In this episode, we break down: Fitness, Wi-Fi, and the Truth About "Wave Season."Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, The Main Deck looks at the stories shaping the cruise world right now. In this inaugural episode, Joe and Harrison dive into the realities of staying fit...