Unexpected FLIGHT Issues That Can Ruin Your Cruise Vacation

This week on the podcast, we tackle a question from our listeners who have been cruising with the same line for 30 years. What lines should they try and what will be our personal recommendations? Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

This week on the podcast, we’re answering questions from our Facebook Group. Caribbean’s cruise excursions, Alaska seafood, travel insurance and lots lots more! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Unexpected FLIGHT Issues That Can Ruin Your Cruise Vacation (And How to Handle Them) Part 3 in our series! These air travel scenarios cover the most common flight-related issues that can impact cruise vacations, and how to STOP them (when possible).  Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

If you’re looking to explore the UK and Ireland without having to fly to tons of different cities, cruising from Southampton could be for you! Today, I’m joined by Ronan Ryan from Explore Cruise Repeat. Ronan hosts the port2port podcast and has visited 41 countries and spent 71 days at sea! We’ll share the top 5 cruises from Southampton, cruises that visit Cobh (often referred to as Cork) and what to do on your port stop in Cobh! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Worried about insuring your next trip? Ben's Big Deal is here to demystify travel insurance! Join us as Ben breaks down everything you need to know: when to buy, essential terminology like trip delay and CFAR (Cancel For Any Reason), and how factors such as cost, age, and even your state of residence affect your coverage. We'll tackle common pitfalls like overspending or undercovering, and discuss why relying solely on your credit card's travel protection might leave you exposed. Plus, find out when an annual policy makes the most sense for your travel habits. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Amazon’s Prime Day is HERE, and we've rounded up our top picks for the big sale period with a "his and hers" twist. From luggage to tech and travel must-haves, these deals are perfect for your next adventure. Shop all the deals here: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/PrimeDay2025Ideas Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

We'll unpack why Carnival decided to overhaul its long-standing VIFP loyalty program, moving from a "sea days" model to a spend-based, expiring status system. What were they hoping to achieve, and why has this shift sparked such widespread outrage among their most devoted cruisers? From concerns about lifetime status being eliminated to the perceived devaluation of years of loyalty, we'll explore the emotional and practical impact on the Carnival faithful. Finally, we'll brainstorm some potential solutions and compromises that could help Carnival mend fences with its loyal fan base and navigate this choppy PR sea. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

This week on the podcast we continue our segment on how to prevent unexpected mishaps that can ruin your cruise. From cabin issues to tech troubles, it’s best to know in advance how to deal with difficult situations as they come up. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

This week on the podcast we share how to prevent unexpected mishaps that can ruin your cruise. From port changes to medical emergency, it’s best to know in advance how to deal with difficult situations as they come up. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

This week on the podcast, we discuss our recent back to back cruises on Discovery Princess. What cabin did we like better? Was the food any good? What did we do pre cruise? Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com