The Main Deck

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-drive their Bermuda cruise was rerouted to Canada, and the fake AI news post about a guy fired for working remotely from a cruise ship that sparked a very real debate.Topics covered:- Alaska cruise season 2026 — 50 ships, MSC's Dirty Dancing debut, Celebrity Summit back from dry dock- The White Pass & Yukon Route train excursion out of Skagway — is it worth it?- Juneau's new cruise dock coming in 2027 (and the tendering problem it solves)- Fuel surcharges: cruise contracts let lines charge up to $10/person/day — and oil is at $100/barrel- $80 billion being invested in new cruise ships over the next decade- Viking Libra: the first hydrogen-powered cruise ship, launching November 2026- MSC Eurybia stranded in the Gulf — why travel insurance matters more than ever- Virgin Voyages reroutes Bermuda sailing to Canada — couple finds out on the way to the airport- Remote work from a cruise ship: fired offense or no big deal?Read more cruise news and analysis:https://CruiseNews.comSubscribe for new episodes covering cruise ships, industry updates, and travel insights.Follow CruiseNews:Website: https://CruiseNews.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/cruisenews1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573271525093TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cruisenews.comThreads: https://www.threads.com/@cruisenews1

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 looks at the stories shaping the cruise world right now. In this episode, Joe and Harrison dive into the growing concerns around international travel, geopolitical disruptions affecting cruise routes, and practical advice for solo sailors who want to actually connect with people onboard.Read more cruise news and analysis:https://CruiseNews.comFollow CruiseNews:Website: https://CruiseNews.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/cruisenews1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573271525093TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cruisenews.comThreads: https://www.threads.com/@cruisenews1

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 at sea, why high-speed internet is the new "oxygen" for travelers, and how to navigate the marketing machine of Wave Season to find actual value.Read more cruise news and analysis:https://CruiseNews.comSubscribe for new episodes covering cruise ships, industry updates, and travel insights.Follow CruiseNews:Website: https://CruiseNews.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/cruisenews1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573271525093TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cruisenews.comThreads: https://www.threads.com/@cruisenews1