Cruise Addicts Talk Show

Join Cruise Addicts founder John Shallo and Viking expert Michael Consoli, World Leader in Viking Sales, for a special live discussion covering the latest Viking cruise offers, exclusive savings, and exciting new itineraries now available for booking. Whether you're considering your first Viking voyage or planning your next adventure, this episode will help you navigate the newest opportunities across Viking's river, ocean, expedition, and Mississippi River cruises. What We'll Cover: ✅ New Viking Special Offers and Promotions ✅ Featured Ocean, River & Expedition Itineraries ✅ Booking Strategies and Best Values ✅ What's New from Viking Cruises ✅ Insider Tips from Michael Consoli ✅ Q&A  Michael will share expert insights on current promotions, itinerary highlights, and how travelers can maximize value when booking a Viking cruise. 📍 Hosted by John Shallo, Founder of Cruise Addicts 🎙️ Featuring Michael Consoli, World Leader in Viking Sales If you're thinking about a Viking cruise in 2026, 2027, or beyond, you won't want to miss this informative discussion.

Join Attorney Tom Scolaro of CruiseInjury.law and Scolaro Law for an important discussion surrounding the recent tragedy at Celebration Key and the broader issues of cruise passenger safety. This live episode will cover: ⚠️ Mobility scooter safety onboard and in port areas ⚠️ Pier and terminal safety concerns ⚠️ Passenger risk awareness while cruising ⚠️ What cruise guests should know to protect themselves ⚠️ Legal and safety considerations following serious cruise incidents Tom will break down how incidents like these can occur, what responsibilities may exist, and what passengers should understand before their next voyage.

In this episode, Cruise Addicts host John Shallo is joined by expert Michael Consoli to share Viking Tips on the best practices when planning and taking your Viking cruise in 2024. We cover what mistakes you shouldn't make while planning and taking your cruise. Listen in as he offers expert advice while answering questions during our recent live Q&A and a member check-in.   If you want to watch a live stream video replay, you can click here.   Be sure to visit our website, Cruise Addicts, at www.cruiseaddicts.com for more information. 

In this episode, we are joined by Viking cruise expert Michael Consoli. We'll be covering some recent Viking news. Next, we'll answer your questions during our live Q&A and Member Check-In.  Please note that this episode is recorded live stream from Sunday, October 21, 2023. We are sharing it as a podcast for your enjoyment.    Be sure to visit the Cruise Addicts website at cruiseaddicts.com and you can also visit Michael Consoli's agency website at planmycruise.com   Thank you for listening and please leave a review, like and subscribe to our podcast. 

Join Cruise Addicts onboard Carnival Cruise Lines, newest ship, the Carnival Celebration, as we sit down with Peter Knego. Peter is a well known cruise ship and ocean liner historian, collector, and journalist. Peter shares details about his collection of items that are now on display and part of the Golden Jubilee lounge onboard this new ship. You will also learn unique facts about his work  and he provides us insights about other items guests can find aboard this incredible ship filled with historical objects from past Carnival Cruise Line ships. We hope you enjoyed this podcast and if you did, please share it with a friend, leave a comment and subscribe to our channel. 

In this episode of the Cruise Addicts Talk Show, John Shallo interviews Jason Love, a talented comedian, and performer. Jason is a nationally touring headliner who has appeared on HBO, Comedy Central, America’s Got Talent, and Dry Bar Comedy. His clips are also played daily on Sirius XM. He is a crowd-favorite on multiple cruise lines.  We learn about his work schedule and life onboard during his busy schedule. What is his favorite cruise line to perform on? He also shares some pro travel tips and much more.   Be sure to keep in touch with Jason Love's work by visiting his website at https://jasonlove.com You can also watch a video version of this interview: https://cruiseaddicts.com/interview-cruise-ship-comedian-jason-love/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rcEYzYW1Jw

In this episode of the Cruise Addicts Talk Show, John Shallo interviews Lee Mason, the cruise director aboard Carnival Cruise Lines' newest ship, the Carnival Celebration. They discuss Lee's background and how he started in the cruise business and came to work for Carnival Cruise Line. We also learn about his favorite shows onboard, cruise tips, and more.  You can also watch the video version of this interview on our website, Cruise Addicts. Video interview: https://cruiseaddicts.com/interview-with-cruise-director-lee-mason/    

Join Don from Eat Sleep Cruise and John from Cruise Addicts. Like always, we answer all your cruise questions, make terrible food jokes, and get into trouble with our wives! This week we have an exclusive look at MSC Cruises. We are back from another media event onboard MSC Cruises MSC Meraviglia.    The following was previously recorded live. Be sure to visit this page to view the recorded video live-stream version: https://cruiseaddicts.com/exclusive-look-at-msc-cruises-live-qa/   Be sure to check out these resources from CruiseAddicts.com:   https://cruiseaddicts.com/things-to-love-aboard-msc-meraviglia/ https://cruiseaddicts.com/msc-meraviglia-now-sailing-year-round-from-new-york-city/ https://cruiseaddicts.com/year-round-msc-meraviglia-sailings-from-nyc/   Join Cruise Addicts on Social Media:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cruiseaddicts Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cruiseaddicts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cruiseaddicts Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/cruiseaddicts/   Be sure to check out these resources from EatSleepCruise.com:   https://eatsleepcruise.com/7-reasons-youll-love-msc-meraviglia/ https://eatsleepcruise.com/our-honest-msc-seascape-cruise-ship-review/   Join Eat Sleep Cruise on Social Media:   Instagram: https://instagram.com/EatSleepCruise Facebook: https://facebook.com/EatSleepCruise Twitter: https://twitter.com/EatSleepCruise TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatsleepcruise Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/EatSleepCruise  

Cruise Addicts welcomes Scott Lara for Ten Questions. In this episode, John Shallo speaks to Scott Lara from TheCruiseGenius.com. Learn some of his secret tips when visiting Half Moon Cay and much more during this fun interview. Visit Scott on his website at https://TheCruiseGenius.com. You can also reach him on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.

Cruise Addicts welcomes Don Bucolo or (DB) for Ten Questions. In this episode, John Shallo speaks to Don Bucolo (DB) from EatSleepCruise.com. Learn what it was like to be aboard one of the last cruises to sail as the USA ordered the COVID-19 suspension of cruises. Find out what happened and much more. You will enjoy getting to know this amazing creator and fellow cruise addict. Visit Don on his website at https://www.EatSleepCruise.com. You can also watch his YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, and Twitter.

Cruise Addicts welcomes Alanna and Rafael Zingano for Ten Questions. In this episode, John Shallo speaks to the co-creators of Travel The World From A To Z with Alanna Zingano. We learn how this cruise loving couple saves for their upcoming cruises and much more during this fun and informative interview. Want to learn more about this dynamic duo? Visit Alanna Zingano on her website at https://www.alannazingano.com/. You can also watch their YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, and Twitter.  

Cruise Addicts sits down with Travel Agent Michael Consoli for Ten Questions. In this episode, John Shallo speaks with top producing travel agent Michael Consoli. We learn what made him fall in love with cruise travel and other great insights. Want to have Michael Consoli help book your next cruise? Call him at 1-800-913-7245 or Email at [email protected]. His website is http://www.planmycruise.com. 

Join your Host John Shallo as we learn all about Hamburg Cruise Days 2019 from Randy Warren of Cruise Addicts. He recently returned from a visit to Hamburg, Germany where he was able to attend Hamburg Cruise Days 2019. He was also able to visit Seatrade Europe to see all of the latest advances in cruise ship interiors and other areas. 

Join Cruise Addicts aboard MSC Cruises, MSC Seaside. We had the chance to sit down and talk with MSC Seaside's Cruise Director Gene Young. He gave us some great tips when cruising aboard MSC Seaside and we learned what makes the entertainment onboard so unique. So sit back and relax as we get to know more about Cruise Director Gene Young and MSC Seaside. 

Join your host John Shallo and Guest Randy Warren as they talk about their cruise aboard MSC Cruises, MSC Seaside. Their MSC Seaside cruise visited the Western Caribbean ports of Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Nassau. This detailed review covers many topics and we hope you enjoy the conversation. Please leave your comments and questions below. 

Join Cruise Addicts as we're welcomed aboard the Carnival Magic as she is welcomed to Port Canaveral for the first time. Hear from our guests Travel Writer, Chris Owen (ChrisCruises.com), Scott Lara and Sherry Laskin Kennedy of CruiseMaven.com. Learn more about the Carnival Magic's new and unique itineraries. Celebrate Guy's Pig & Anchor BBQ and Smokehouse grand opening and hear our guests opinions of this new dining venue. 

Join Cruise Addicts as we cruise aboard the Carnival Liberty to experience Carnival LIVE and Journey in concert. On this show we'll be speaking with Felipe, Cruise Director of the Carnival Liberty. He’s going tell us all about Carnival LIVE and some of what happens behind the scenes. I’ll also chat with guests Carrie McLaren of CarrieWithChildren.com, Rick Howard of TravelWithRick.com, Amanda Tinney of WheresAmanda.com and Julie  Elsdon-Height of SoberJulie.com to get their review of Carnival LIVE and the Journey concert. Next we'll be stopping off in Grand Turk and meet several local icons. We’ll be speaking with Barbie from Barbie’s Restaurant and also Jack of Jack’s Shack. You’ll meet them and get some tips on how to eat, drink and enjoy Grand Turk like a local.    

Princess Cruises recently announced a first-of-its-kind cruise industry partnership with three-time Oscar winner and composer of Wicked, Pippin and Godspell Stephen Schwartz. At a special event at the Hudson Theater in New York City, Cruise Addicts and Cruise Radio was on hand to cover this special announcement. The cruise line’s new relationship with such a major creative talent from Broadway and Hollywood includes a multi-year agreement to oversee the creative development of four new musicals to debut across the fleet over the next several years. We sat down with composer Stephen Schwartz, Jill Whelan, from The Love Boat, Ben Souza from CruiseFever, and Mike Faust from CruiseCurrents to hear more about this new partnership.

Listener Kabir just returned from a sailing aboard Norwegian Epic, taking him on a seven-night jaunt around the Western Caribbean. Kabir gives us a full Norwegian Epic review, including embarkation, the stateroom, dining options, entertainment and shares his tips and secrets.

Don Bucolo and his wife just returned from Royal Caribbean's brand new Quantum of the Seas, based in Bayonne, NJ - for now. This cruise ship has it all from almost two dozen dining venues, indoor skydiving, robotic bartenders to bumper cars. This is one ship you'll want to take a cruise vacation on!

On January 22, 2015, all the details of Carnival Vista were revealed at Lincoln Center in New York City. The ship has a lot offer like a brewery on board, a skyway, a brand new water park, more dining options like a Lobster Shack and more! The food part alone made my mouth water! On this episode we talk to: John Heald, Sr. Cruise Director of Carnival Jim Berra, Chief Marketing Officer of Carnival Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy Journalists at the event

January has proven to be a busy month for the cruise industry with the reveal of Norwegian Cruise Line's upcoming Norwegian Escape, Carnival Cruise Line announcing a new smartphone app and brand new internet at sea packages and New Orleans hitting one million cruise passengers.  We were in New York City aboard Norwegian Breakaway when the revealed more details about the upcoming Norwegian Escape, like: a brew hall, tapas bar, new shows and more. We get the overall response.  Carnival Cruise Line just announced their new smartphone app that allows you to talk to other cruisers and keep track of your on board spending. This app is aligned with other cruise line apps in the industry. But on top of the app, Carnival announced internet packages aboard their ships for as little as $5 a day. Adrian Greystone, Director of Guest Technology stops by the gives us the scoop un the new smartphone app. Support our Sponsors Insure My Trip, travel insurance is particularly important for cruisers, don’t get blindsided the next time you travel. Protect yourself and your cruise investment. Cruise Deals, check out the new Cruise Deals section of Cruise Radio. Just go to the top of the browser and click on Cruise Deals!

Norwegian Cruise Line Escape Reveal in NYC, Carnival Cruise Line's new app and cruise news. 

Kathie Lee Gifford is back on Carnival Cruise Line, but this time not dancing around the Lido deck in a bathing suit - she comes with her signature wine. Hear all about it in our one-on-one interview with Mrs. Gifford. 

Kathie Lee Gifford, former spokesperson for Carnival Cruise Line, returned to Carnival on Sunday to introduce her GIFFT Collection of wines at a tasting event for cruise guests on Carnival Breeze at PortMiami. The wines are now available for sale fleetwide on Carnival's 24 ships. Hear about the Kathie Lee Gifford wine partnership. On this show we talk with: Kathie Lee Gifford Eddie Allen, VP of Beverage Ops Emile, Onboard staff Matt, Cruise Director Cruise passengers Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® has Cruise News: Venice lifting bans on big cruise ships Royal Caribbean makes a specialty venue complimentary on Quantum of the Seas Carnival Freedom heading to Galveston, big festivities planned Undercover Boss of Norwegian Cruise Line leave company Holland America Line rescues distressed sailors Princess Cruises positions another ship to Australia Status update on Anthem of the Seas

Jason Leppert returns to talk about his latest family vacation aboard Disney Cruise Lines' Disney Fantasy. Jason discusses his experience aboard Disney Cruise Lines, what it's like traveling during the holiday season on Disney and goes into detail about the dining experiences. Hear his Disney Fantasy review on this episode.  It's officially Wave Season - that means there are a lot of great cruise deals to be had. In fact, 75% of cruise bookings this year will be made over the next couple months. We have added a Cruise Deal page at the top navigational bar of the website or you can click here. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® has Cruise News: Snow to be featured on upcoming Norwegian Escape Carnival Miracle up next for a multimillion dollar renovation Royal Caribbean delays Dynamic Dining concept fleetwide Carnival Cruise Line dropping the S Pearl Seas possibly heading into Cuba Carnival doing away with EA Sports Bar after three years Oceania cruise ship fire - get caught up on the details

On this episode we check in with cruise editor for TravelPulse.com and Vacation Agent Magazine, Theresa Masek, to give us a cruise rewind of 2014. We cover some of the big news that hit the headlines like Carnival LIVE, Quantum of the Seas, Margaritaville on Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean dining partnerships. Plus, we look ahead at new ships in 2015. Cruise vacations were great in 2014 and are just ramping up. Happy New Year! 

Earlier this month President Obama announced a new travel friendly policy with Cuba. This a big step for the United States getting into Cuba since the embargo was put in place over 50 years ago. With 11.6 million North Americans cruising in 2013, this could be huge for Cuba's economy. I recently had a chance to sail on Costa Cruises' Costa Mediterreana to the Caribbean. Our 11-night voyage went to the Nassau, Bahamas; Dominican Republic, Tortola, Antigua, St. Maarten and Freeport, Bahamas. We check in witht the International Host aboard the ship and get some cruise passengers thoughts. 

On this episode Jason Leppert from Popular Cruising drops by to chat about the major differences between luxury cruises and a mass market cruises. Having never sailed on a luxury cruise before, this interview was very eye opening. Travel expert Jason Coleman tackles some listener questions on what cruise is the “right” cruise for a family, tipping with infants and suggestions for using a smartphone at sea.

Listener Joe Tolley from Charlotte, North Carolina just returned from a seven-night Eastern Caribbean sailing aboard the 2,974-guest Carnival Conquest, a Conquest-class cruise ship based currently based in Miami. Joe talks with us about his family's cruise to Nassau, St. Thomas, San Juan and Grand Turk. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® has Cruise News: Celebrity orders two new ships Carnival offers longer itineraries Norwegian partners with Margaritaville Virgin cruises New CEO Royal/Celebrity Voyager of the Seas completes $80m refurbishment

Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network just returned from a sailing aboard Carnival Cruise Lines' Carnival Breeze where she participated in one of the cruise lines signature Carnival LIVE sailings. This particular sailing had country music/Top 40 group Lady Antebellum. Hear all the details of this sailing.  Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy® stops by with Cruise News: Norwegian Cruise Lines staying in NOLA through 2018 New ultra luxury Seabourn ship ordered  Costa Captain back in court - what is going on with the trial Did we see any black Friday sales that were totally WOW Majesty of the Seas leaving Miami We're seeing a lot of cruise ships canceling Belize lately because of weather - will we ever see a pier? Who is the world's busiest cruise port in 2014?

Hear a review of a 10-night Canada New England sailing of Ruby Princess. 

"The Canada/New England itinerary had been on our to-do list for several years. We chose this particular sailing because it started in Quebec City, and we really wanted to spend time there pre-cruise (instead of NYC). It also offered more stops in Canada than New England, though it did have the tradeoff of Saguenay/Gaspe vs Saint John NB. This was also our opportunity to book one of the highly desirable aft Caribe deck corner balcony cabins on Ruby Princess. And we wanted to sail during the fall for a chance to see some brilliant fall colors." Kristin Ladewig from St. Louis, MO recently returned from a 10-night sailing aboard Princess Cruises' Ruby Princess. A sailing that started in Quebec City and ended in New York City. Kristin leaves no stone unturned on this detailed Ruby Princess review.

Join us aboard Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas this week as we take the new ship out for a test drive and discuss all the features of this new ship that will surely WOW you!

This week we are broadcasting aboard Royal Caribbean's brand new Quantum of the Seas. On this sailing we put all the brand new features to the test like the RipCord by iFly indoor skydiving, Northstar pod that takes you 300 feet above sea level and the Seaplex, complete with bumper cars, roller skating, a trapeze school and more. We also push technology to the test on this voyage where we link of with a listener via Skype to take a couple of questions about the ship, dining and why someone should sail it. Royal Caribbean added to its portfolio of exclusive, groundbreaking onboard experiences that have never before been imagined at sea with a skydiving experience called RipCord by iFLY, as well as the engineering marvel North Star, a glass observation capsule that gently rises more than 300 feet in the air to treat guests to dramatic 360-degree views.  More “firsts” including bumper cars, a circus school with flying trapeze and roller skating can be found inside SeaPlex, the largest indoor active space at sea. There isn't much you can't do on Quantum of the Seas.

This week we are broadcasting aboard Princess Cruises latest ship, Regal Princess. She was first launched May 2014 in Europe and is now spending the winter and spring in the Caribbean. Hear us give a full review!

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sail the Columbia or Snake Rivers in the Pacific Northwest? These rivers are practically untouched and have some of the best scenery that America can offer, not to mentioned a ton of American history.  This week we are broadcasting aboard the 88-guest SS Legacy, a coastal replica steamer that sails with UnCruise Adventures. Take a journey with us! On this broadcast we talk to: Captain off the SS Legacy, Captain Dano Heritage Leader/Cruise Director, Ryan Cruise Expert at About.com, Linda Garrison Savvy Navigator, Jeff Ward Editor of Popular Cruising, Jason Leppert

This is a not-to-miss episode as we chat with the folks at MTN Communications and talk about staying connected at sea. MTN just launched the website ConnectAtSea.com and it's a portal filled with great information when it comes to your cruise vacation. Whether you're just texting, Facebooking, calling or surfing the web - everyone has to be connected these days. Brent Horwitz, Senior VP & General Manager, Cruise for MTN joins us to cover all bases about staying connected at sea. There is no stone left unturned in this interview. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy stops by with Cruise News on:  Quantum of the Seas is officially Royal Caribbean's and  arrived in Southampton this week - how long til she heads westbound to the United States? Holland America continues Dancing with the Stars through 2016 Disney Cruise Line itineraries have been announced for 2016 - anything new? Have their been any cancelations or skipped ports overseas because of political unrest or Ebola? What's the latest talk from China? How's Hong Kong doing? Listener Question My wife and I want to go to Alaska on the Celebrity Solstice, when's the best time to go? Is it better to sail out of Seattle or Vancouver, we live in Ontario.

For years the cruise industry has asked boarding passengers to fill out a health questionnaire, primarily to help stop the spread of norovirus. In light of the Ebola concerns, cruise lines today began asking more pointed questions about whether they’ve had contact with a person with Ebola or someone who helped care for such a patient, according to the CLIA. Theresa Norton Masek is the editor-in-chief of Vacation Agent Magazine and cruise beat writer for TravelPulse.com, she joins us and talks about the ebola virus scare last week on a cruise. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy stops by with Cruise News on:  After we recorded last wk, the Carnival Magic wasn't allowed into Cozumel because of the hospital worker on board who handled ebola - what was the status on this cruise? 102 year old Miami Bar to be featured on upcoming Norwegian Escape Bermuda got hammered by a hurricane last weeknd, what's the status and are cruise ships finding new temporary ports? Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas getting closer - anything new during her second round of sea trials? Royal Caribbean earnings call this week Listener Question I want to ask a question and I cant seem to get a straight answer from different sites on the internet,when sailing from New Orleans to Mo Bay Jamaica....Is it possible to see Cuba? The reason I ask is back in 08 we were on the conquest from Galveston to Mo Bay and overheard some people saying that they seen the lights of Cuba as we passed at night. Was that true?

On this episode Jason Leppert, editor of Popular Cruising joins us to talk about his latest experience aboard Princess Cruises' Star Princess, a cruise ship based seasonally on the West Coast. Jason gives us a full review of the itinerary and a bow to stern review of this 950' cruise ship. This Star Princess review includes: dining, entertainment, ports, embarkation, public areas and first time thoughts. Star Princess is scheduled to remain based in San Francisco, operating cruises to Mexico and Hawaii. Stewart Chiron, The Cruise Guy stops by with Cruise News on:  Cruise passenger quarantined with Ebola relation   Norwegian Escape reveal Carnival Vista construction officially underway Princess Cruises has a slew of celebrities for their upcoming christening of Regal Princess A lot of new enhancements to Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas, you maybe surprised Norwegian Jewel back in Houston Listener Question Joe Tolley in Charlotte, NC: Offsite parking in Miami, I've read some horror stories, should we suck it up and pay the 20 clams/day at the port?

Jason Leppert comes on the show to review the Silver Discoverer from Silversea Expeditions and my cruise to the Russian Far East across to remote Alaska.

On this show we get a review of MSC Divina, find out about travel insurance and get this past week's Cruise News. 

Cruise Addicts was aboard the Carnival Legend today as Carnival Cruise Line and Cigar City Brewing announced an exclusive agreement to offer Cigar City's award winning craft beer aboard their ships. Starting on July 13th, 2014 Cigar City's Florida Cracker Belgian-Style White Ale and Invasion Pale Ale on all 13 Carnival ships sailing from five Florida ports. Hear more from an interview with Cigar City's, Joe Burns and learn more about the company and what it will be offering Carnival Cruise Line guests. #carnivalcruiseline

This week we are broadcasting on an eight-night Caribbean sailing aboard Carnival Freedom, covering Fun Ship 2.0 and Seuss at Sea. Hear reviews and from the executives at Carnival from the ship. 

Mickey Live is a cruise ship speaker who goes beyond the chalk board and dives into technology. Hear all about his classes, sailings and crossing the international date line. Plus, Stewart Chiron is here with cruise news. 

On this show we talk to listener Barry who just returned from a sailing aboard Queen Mary 2, on a seven-night transatlantic sailing between New York and Southhampton. Get a full review of this ocean liner. Also, Carnival Cruise Line's senior matre d, Ken Byrne, gives us his background, the details of his job and what he loves about it. 

This week listener Ashley joins us about her recent sailing on Carnival Fantasy, a five-night Bahamas cruise from Charleston, South Carolina. Hear a detailed review of Carnival Fantasy.

On this show we talk to Jason Leppert of Popular Cruising about cruise ship dining, how its evolved through the years along with some tips and suggestions for your next cruise ship dining experience. Susan Shultz, Director of Sales for American Cruise Lines, stops by to talk to us about American Cruise Lines, their new ships and what's new on the horizon for the small river cruise company. Plus your dose of cruise news. 

On this show we are broadcasting aboard Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Liberty. We will talk to the Cruise Director, Shore Excursions Manager about Nassau, Bahamas; St. Thomas, San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos. We also talk with some cruise passengers and the owner of Jack's Shack in Grand Turk. Listen and learn! 

Listener Janet Heaton just returned from a seven-night sailing on Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas from the port of Baltimore. Janet talks about embarking from Baltimore, first impressions, public areas, the food, stateroom, entertainment, outdoor areas and the ports. Cruise Guy has cruise news on MSC Cruises ordering two more ships, Norwegian Jewel out of drydock, Carnival heading to Mexico year-round, Holland America Line dumping two ships and Disney Cruise Lines heading to Hawaii in 2015. Listen and learn!