Today, we have a special guest on the podcast. Maggie Rich, a Florida-based Licensed Mental Health Counselor, joins us to talk about how cruise and travel can be a powerful mental health tool. Today we’ll cover travel anxiety, the 5 Love Languages, and how they relate to travel, and lots more! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise pa…

This week on the show, we answer cruise questions from our Instagram audience. How do the Norwegian Haven and MSC Yacht Club compare? What is there for teens on NCL Aqua? Will I be bored on a 14-day multigenerational Norway cruise? And lots more! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joinin…

This week on the show, Chad Pennycuff from My DVC Points joins Sheri on the show to talk about the complex (and niche!) world of Disney Vacation Club points. We chate about renting points for a better cruise, what's the cheapest time to book a Disney cruise, and the future of Disney cruise ships. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise…

This week on the show, Sheri and Jr. Editor share their experience on the 3 day Miami christening cruise onboard Norwegian Aqua. They talk about food favorites, the first hybrid roller coaster and waterslide at sea, and a basketball court like no other! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by…

This week on the show, Sheri reviews her trip on the world's newest cruise ship, Norwegian Aqua. We talk about the increased size of the ship, her wacky cruise cabin, and the activities onboard, including the new Aqua Slidecoaster and lots more! Stay tuned next week for a review of the Haven, the food on Aqua and the entertainment! Download our sho…

In this episode, Sheri is joined by Emma LeTeace. You may know her as Emma Cruises on YouTube and the web. Emma started her website in 2016 when she was just 22, and since then she’s created over 500 YouTube Videos, shared 200+ live streams with her community and, 1000+ website articles- all about cruise travel! Emma shares her most recent projects…

In this episode, we're tackling the most popular queries from our Facebook audience. We'll guide you through selecting the ideal cruise itinerary, exploring must-see ports of call, and uncovering the best shore excursions for wildlife viewing, adventure, and cultural experiences. We'll also cover essential packing tips, budgeting advice, and how to…

Today, we are talking about how to cut vacation costs by creating your own DIY shore excursions. We'll walk you through everything you need to know about planning your own port excursions, from safety considerations to booking platforms, helping you pocket substantial savings while enjoying more authentic travel experiences. Download our shore day …

With a recent cruise on Carnival Miracle fresh in our minds, we thought it would be a good time to talk about getting the most out of your Carnival cruise experience. We'll talk about pre-planning, embarkation day, excursions, money-saving tips, and more. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos …

This week on the podcast, we share details about our port activities in Montego Bay, Jamaica, Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic, Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay and Nassau Bahamas. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com…

By Sheri, Host of CruiseTipsTV

Have you ever wondered what happens when those cute security dogs at the cruise terminal suddenly take an interest in your bags? Well, grab your favorite beverage because I'm about to share everything you need to know about getting selected for additional screening at cruise port security. And yes, this comes from personal experience (talk about re…

This week on the show, our son joins Sheri on the podcast to answer questions from our community. He discusses his cruise experience in the Middle East and UAE, how many cruises he has been on, and his favorite cruise experiences. He also shares advice for kids and parents looking to create the best family cruise experience. Download our shore day …

This week on the podcast, we recap our experience, cruising with the MSC Yacht Club in the Middle East. We sailed 7 nights on MSC Euribia visiting Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Sir Bani Yas and Bahrain. There were so many things that took us by surprise in this area and some things that we weren’t prepared for. We share details about our itinerary, inclu…

This week on the show, we are talking about how and why cruise lines work with celebrities. Are cruise lines wasting money on celebrity endorsements, partnerships and similar campaigns? Could their marketing budgets be put to better use? How would you spend the money if it were up to you? Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing…

This week on the show, we are covering Black Friday cruise deals from all the major cruise lines, as well as some sweet extras that Dream Vacations is offering for a limited time. To learn more, contact Wendy with Dream Vacations at (949) 681-8092: let her know you were referred by CruiseTipsTV when you call. You can also research before you book r…

Sheri takes listener questions about her recent cruise on Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady. Is the food really that good? Is the entertainment too crass? 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 invite Doug Parker from Cruise Radio to join us for a discussion about our recent media sailing on Sun Princess. We discuss entertainment, ship layout, and dining. Join us for a fun, casual chat about the progression of this ship and how it disrupts the typical Princess Cruises build! Download our shore day bag checklis…

This week on the podcast, we are back answering your cruise questions. Thanks to all of our wonderful listeners and Instagram followers for the great cruise questions! 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 answer September's questions from our Facebook community, like how to choose a Mediterranean Cruise, packing carry-on only and the best times to cruise Alaska. Then, we share the latest cruise news from Norwegian Cruise Line (new venues and fun on Aqua and Luna) as well as Princess's announcement about new venues on Sta…

NCL Bliss Recap, Prime Day Finds, & will Hurricane Milton impact my next cruise? This week on the podcast, we discuss the Norwegian Members cruise we were on last week in Alaska. We also share our top picks for the Prime Big Deal Day sale event. Lastly, I announce my next cruise! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and plan…

This week on the podcast, our guest, Doug McKnight from Rope Drop Radion and Rope Drop on Deck shares what makes a Disney cruise a magical experience. He also answers listener questions like- should you cruise Disney if you’re not a Disney fan? What is pixie dusting, and what are fish extenders? Why is Disney so expensive? Download our shore day ba…

This week on the podcast, we cover questions like: “What’s the deal with Explora Journeys”, “what’s the best cruise line”, “what should my family do in Ensenada”, and much more! Thanks to all of our wonderful listeners and Instagram followers for the great cruise questions! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning c…

Today on the podcast, our special guest- Lyn Mettler from Families Fly Free, shares how to fly to your cruise for free using miles/points, as well as how to score a free pre or post-cruise hotel. Lyn will also share a way to pay for your cruise with a card and then cover the cost after the fact with miles and points if that's of interest. Check out…

Description: Today on the podcast, we answer questions from our Facebook Group. To join the group head to the groups on Facebook search Cruise Tips TV® Official Group - and you’ll see a photo of me and the words Cruise Tips TV Official Cruise Group. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joi…

This week on the podcast, we compare and contrast the top five loyalty programs in the cruise industry. We discussed the pros and cons as well as which programs are easiest to move up fastest in. We also talk about whether or not it’s worth it to stick with one cruise line. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning c…

Today on the show, we have a special guest who will help us learn how to use points for flights to the port. Ben from Ben’s Big Deal starts by sharing how to responsibly START with points and miles and what to watch out for. Not all points are created equal! Should you use a bank card or an airline card? Should you book a cruise using points or mil…

This week on the podcast, we have a special guest from our cruising community. Joyce has just returned from back-to-back cruises on Utopia of the Seas, and she’ll share her knowledge about the B2B experience with our listeners today. Back-to-back cruises are different in a lot of ways and can be approached differently depending on how you book the …

This week on the podcast, we’re sharing some secret food hacks and menu items that can be found on a variety of cruise lines. From the BEST way to order warm chocolate melting cake to tips for the main dining room on a cruise, this is a fun one! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining…

Today on the podcast, we’re answering questions from our Facebook group. What are some things to do in Miami before a cruise? Tips for transatlantic cruises? Best summer Europe cruises & more! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruiseti…

This week on the podcast, we have a special guest. Our travel agency partner, Wendy Montebello, joins us to talk all about the brand-new Utopia of the Seas. Utopia is Oasis Class, so it’s similar to other ships, but we’ll talk about the differences in dining and the ship itself, as well as some insider tips if you’re booking this beautiful new Roya…

Let’s dive into the top 20 Prime Day 2024 deals you won’t want to miss…with a special focus on our cruise and travel FAVORITES, like Liquid IV- which RARELY goes on sale! It’s that time of year again: Amazon Prime Day is here! For 48 glorious hours, Prime members can snag incredible deals across almost every category imaginable. While travel enthus…

This week on the podcast, we’re celebrating our 300th episode. We’ll share why and how we got started on YouTube- and why we make the type of content we do! We’ll share some of our best, weirdest, and scariest moments as cruise travel creators. We also share in this video why we have chosen NOT to focus on negative content. Download our shore day b…

Today on the podcast, we answer questions about the future of cruising, adjusting physically and mentally after travel, seasickness, Port Canaveral hotels, and lots more! Special thanks to our Instagram community for submitting questions! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the Cr…

In this week’s podcast, we’re sharing some cruise industry updates. From Royal Caribbean’s new status match program AND new ship (Utopia of the Seas), to Princess loyalty accelerator, Holland America is having a cruise sale, and finally- NCL’s new video series. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & v…

This week on the podcast, we have a very special guest! Author, and friend of the CruiseTipsTV community, Dr. Paul Thornton joins us to share his experience on Scarlet Lady. Dr. Thornton cruised from Miami to Barcelona on a 14 night bucket list cruise, and shares his thoughts on food, fun and favorites onboard Scarlet Lady. We also discuss who Virg…

This week on the podcast, we share what to expect if you're considering Holland America Line. From dining to entertainment and info on the average demographic, we break it down! 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 show, we’re discussing what subtleties push cruisers to book with certain cruise lines. Whether it’s dress code, beds, or loyalty perks, you’re likely to learn something from this one! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy…

In this episode, we’re talking about Holland America Line. We haven’t cruised with HAL in 15 years, but this week- we’re on an Alaska cruise with this line. Here’s some things we love about Holland America and why you might consider them. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the Cr…

This week on the podcast, Sameer and Kristin join us on the show to share a detailed review of their Icon of the Seas cruise. They discuss their stateroom, bars, dining onboard, the Empire Supper Club, and their family's favorite venues onboard. We also talk about their port stops and what they did in each Caribbean destination. Download our shore …

This week on the podcast, we share a recap of our recent cruise on Oceania to Alaska. We discuss the tours that we chose in both cities as well as an overview of tours you may want to try when in Ketchikan or Juneau. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at …

This week on the podcast we are coming to you live from Icy Strait Point Alaska where we'll talk about how our Alaska cruise is going. We'll cover things like where we've been so far and the activities, excursions and weather. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV A…

This week on the podcast, we talk about the top 15 things that we love about cruise travel. From traditions to Dining and even exercise, we share our personal opinions in part two of this series. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruis…

This week on the podcast, we dive into things we don’t love about cruise travel. While we love to cruise and so so often, there are some things we REALLY wish we could change. From long lines to overhead announcements, these 10 things just aren’t great. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by…

This week on the podcast, we share details (well, HINTS) about our next cruise. How we're packing, tips and tour ideas for this destination, and lots more! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube for the BIG reveal later this week! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joini…

This week on the podcast, it’s another fun subscriber-inspired topic. One of our listeners said she feels like she is MISSING SOMETHING when she’s on a ship, and wanted a podcast devoted to fun fan favorites and cruise activities to cure her FOMO. So, Midge, this episode is for you! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and p…

This week on the podcast, we share our top 10 picks for amazing cruise attractions. It’s hard to believe you can do some of this stuff on a cruise ship. We’d love to hear from you. Which attractions did we miss? Which ones are you most excited about? Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by jo…

This week on the podcast, we discuss 15 cruise experiences our community ranked as overrated. Our listeners weighed in and shared those hidden gems you don't want to miss. 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 25 cruise experiences our community ranked as underrated. From the fabulous crew, to staying on the ship, our listeners weighed in and shared those hidden gems you don't want to miss. Next week, we'll share some overrated ones! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists …

This week on the podcast, we discuss Sheri’s recent trip to the Seatrade Cruise Global conference. We share several big cruise announcements that were made at the event, and Sheri talks about her Holland America ship visit in Fort Lauderdale Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the…