Cruise Talk Weekly

Tommy Casabona, Tony Barnette

Welcome to Cruise Talk Weekly with Tommy and Tony. Each week break down the latest happenings in the cruise travel and the cruise industry as only we can. Buckle up here we go. Video version of the podcast published on the Cruise Talk Network on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@cruisetalknet).

  1. NOV 24

    11. What the Heck is Carnival Cruise Line Doing?

    Carnival Cruise Line is no stranger to controversy and it seems like events of the last week continues to reenforce that idea. Changes to drink package timing, changes to the loyalty program, weird lifeboat breakage and more have Carnival once again at the center of the conversation. In this episode Tommy and Tony work though these Carnival issues plus other cruise news and industry topics.  Reach out with questions or comments at: questions@cruisetalkweekly.net Get more from Tommy at:  @alwaysbebookedcruisepodcas1247   Get more from Tony at:  @LaLidoLoca  See the video of the podcast here:  #cruisetalk #cruisenews #travelnews Time Stamps 00:14 Cruising Adventures and Experiences 03:05 Carnival's Drink Policy Controversy 06:24 The Impact of Drink Sharing and Profitability 09:11 Carnival Celebration: A Mixed Experience 12:11 Dining Experiences on Carnival 15:25 The Green Eggs and Ham Controversy 26:24 Carnival's Loyalty Program Controversy 28:27 Understanding the Changes in Loyalty Programs 31:04 The Impact of Customer Spending on Loyalty 33:11 The Future of Carnival's Loyalty Program 35:18 Customer Identity and Loyalty 36:58 The Fallout of Loyalty Program Changes 43:40 Tragic Events and Safety Concerns 47:19 Lifeboat Drill Incident 51:08 Misconceptions About Carnival Ships 52:16 Exploring Grand Turk 53:21 Exploring Grand Turk: A Unique Experience 57:31 Cruise Safety and Overboard Incidents 01:01:50 The Future of Cruising: Technology and Safety 01:08:30 Philosophical Musings on Reality and Experience 01:12:17 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans Copyright 2025 - Cruise Talk Weekly

    1h 14m
  2. NOV 3

    9. Cruise Ends Tragically After Leaving 80 Year Old Woman Behind

    In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, hosts Tommy and Tony discuss various topics related to cruising, including a tragic incident involving an elderly woman left behind during a cruise excursion in Australia, the implications of alcohol policies on cruise lines, and the impact of Hurricane Melissa on cruising. They also touch on customer expectations, complaints, and the recent announcement of Royal Caribbean's new beach club concept in Santorini. The conversation highlights the complexities of safety protocols, legal responsibilities, and the evolving landscape of the cruise industry. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, FEEDBACK? Email us at:  questions@cruisetalkweekly.net See the video of this podcast here - https://youtu.be/uzwart77WL8 See More of Tommy at  ⁨@alwaysbebookedcruisepodcas1247⁩  See More of Tony at  ⁨@LaLidoLoca⁩  Segments: 00:14 Introduction and Daylight Savings Time 02:00 Tragic Incident on Coral Expeditions 08:24 Lessons Learned from the Incident 12:18 Legal Implications of Cruise Incidents 13:47 The Taylor Swift Cruise Incident 25:04 Hurricane Melissa's Impact on Cruising 31:34 Cruise Complaints and Passenger Expectations 33:57 Nostalgia and the Norwegian Gem 37:46 Cruising's Impact on Local Economies 39:54 Transitioning to a New YouTube Channel 42:29 Carnival's Loyalty Program Changes 48:09 Royal Caribbean's New Loyalty Program 52:19 Royal Caribbean's Beach Club Concept 58:25 Cultural Experiences vs. Beach Clubs Copyright 2025 - Cruise Talk Weekly

    1h 6m
4.8
out of 5
32 Ratings

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Welcome to Cruise Talk Weekly with Tommy and Tony. Each week break down the latest happenings in the cruise travel and the cruise industry as only we can. Buckle up here we go. Video version of the podcast published on the Cruise Talk Network on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@cruisetalknet).

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