The Lido Loop: Breaking Down the Best Cruise Loyalty Programs

Send us Fan MailJack and Jesse are back with a brand new episode of The Lido Loop, diving into the latest headlines from the worlds of cruising and theme parks.This week, they unpack a wild story involving a lawsuit against Carnival over alleged over-serving, discuss Philadelphia’s cruise port reopening for the first time in 15 years, and react to a controversial Virgin Voyages reroute that swapped a Bahamas itinerary for Canada—leaving many passengers frustrated.On the theme park side, Disney makes waves with the official opening date for the new Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster starring the Muppets, along with five new songs set to debut on the ride. The company is also drawing attention for newly announced price increases for 2027, while Cedar Point joins the trend with record-high admission prices.To wrap things up, Jack and Jesse break down cruise line loyalty programs—highlighting which ones offer the best rewards and which may not be worth your time.Support the show