Cruise Talk Weekly
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 with Tommy and Tony YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@cruisetalktnt).
Episodes
Cruise Talk Weekly is back for Season 2! Tony and Tommy catch up and quickly go off the rails with a packed conversation about cruising. This week, they talk short cruises and why cruise lines are putting newer ships on shorter itineraries, a slot machine fire aboard a Carnival ship, cruise casino fees, private-island spending, drink packages, and Norwegian's move from Broadway-style productions to tribute shows featuring legendary...
Have you ever heard someone say they'd never take a cruise because the ship might sink… or that cruise ships are just floating petri dishes?
This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tommy and Tony discuss some of the biggest misconceptions non-cruisers have about cruising. From fears of seasickness and safety to whether cruises are boring, they break down what people often get wron...
What kind of cruiser are you?
This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tommy and Tony introduce a new Cruise Frequency Framework and break down the different types of cruisers—from first-time cruisers and occasional vacationers to enthusiasts and full-fledged Super Cruisers.
Along the way, they discuss what turns someone into a frequent cruiser, why some people cruise once and never return, a...
Cruise comedy is back in the spotlight after another Carnival comedian faces complaints from passengers who attended an adults-only comedy show. This week, Tommy and Tony dive into the ongoing debate over comedy, free speech, cruise entertainment, and whether some guests are simply too quick to be offended.
They also discuss the latest cruise controversies, including a passenger suing Carnival after suffering burns on a hot pool de...
Cruise Lines Are Getting Pushback | Royal Caribbean, NCL & Carnival
This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy dive into another wild week in cruising. From Royal Caribbean hitting a major roadblock in Mexico to Carnival slap fights, buffet crackdowns, NCL ceiling collapses, and the growing debate around cruise line changes, there's a lot to unpack.
Cruise Fights, Virus Fears & Carnival Chaos
This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy dive into one of the wildest weeks in cruise news yet. From a slap fight at Carnival guest services that somehow ended up involving the FBI, to growing concerns around the hantavirus outbreak connected to an expedition cruise ship, there's a lot to unpack.
The guys also discuss:
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Carnival's cruise pricing glitch contr...
This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy break down one of the most unusual cruise experiences we've seen in a while… a sailing out of Philadelphia with no cruise terminal 😳
From a chaotic embarkation process that had passengers waiting for hours, to rough seas on the way to Bermuda, this cruise didn't exactly start smoothly. But once things got going? It turned into something pretty speci...
Cruise influencers / Cruise YouTubers have been banned from Margaritaville at Sea for a bad review. In this episode Tommy and Tony give their take on this situation and everything going on in cruising.
In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, Tommy shares one of the wildest cruise stories we've ever heard — booking a cruise just hours before departure and barely making it onboard in time.
But once the adventure began, things didn't exactly go smoothly…
We break down:
There have been a lot going on with cruises over the last week. In this epsiode, Tommy and Tony talk about the latest impacts of the conflict in the Middle East in regards to cruises. They also breakdown the overboard prank on the Oasis of the Seas. Additionally, the conversation touches on cruise ship Godmothers, swimming with the pigs, Rocky V and more.
It's Cruise Talk with Tommy and Tony.
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🎙️ Episode 24: New Cruise Charges, Outbreak Scare & That FAKE Pier Run?!
This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy break down a packed week in cruising—from rising costs to viral chaos and everything in between.
Cruise lines may soon be adding new fuel surcharges as global tensions push oil prices higher. What does this mean for your next vacation—and are more surprise charges on the way?
We also div...
Cruises are being canceled as tensions escalate in the Persian Gulf. Cruise lines are scrambling to move ships and passengers while thousands of cruisers try to get home.
At the same time, cruise lines are starting to charge for things that used to be free. Are these changes the new normal for cruising? In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy break down the biggest cruise stories from the past week and what they mean ...
This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy break down a jam-packed episode covering:
- Tony's experience on the Kevin Smith "Cruise Askew" theme cruise
- Escalating violence in Mexico and what it means for cruise passengers
- A bizarre hotel "travel hack" gone viral (and very wrong)
- MSC's plan to introduce humanoid robots and robot dogs onboard
- Virgin Voyages taking a public swipe at Norwegian Cruise Line
The cruise world is shifting — and this week we're breaking down the biggest changes making waves across the industry.
From leadership shakeups at Norwegian Cruise Line to new onboard policies and the growing buzz around small-ship and river cruising, we dive into what these developments could mean for the future of cruising. Are travelers looking for more exclusivity? Are cru...
After 80 cruises, this one might have been my BEST cruise ever. In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, we break down a family Comic Con cruise experience that delivered rare "Pure Cruise Bliss" — plus major cruise news impacting Carnival Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, and the Alaska cruise market. Tony shares what made this sailing so special: cruising with 10 family members, first-time cruisers handling rou...
Looking at the cruise trends for 2026 a question lingers. Even though Royal Caribbean is seen as the industry leader in many ways is Carnival actual better at this thing? Tommy and Tony also talk through the latest cruise news and events impacting the cruise industry.
#cruisetalk #cruisenews #cruisetrends
See the video version of this podcast here - https://youtu.be/Rs87CkJUi1E
Contact us: questions@cruisetalkweekly.net
Cruises are very predictible and uneventful for the most part. However, occasionally things happen and chaos ensues. In today's epsiode Tommy and Tony walk though the major events that have happened in cruising including the story a cruise ship that broke free at a popular cruise port. Updates from Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, NCL and more.
See the video version of this epsiode here - https://youtu.be/XHjpur1rT0g
Big cruise news, wild passenger stories, and honest cruise talk — this episode has it all.
On this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, we break down:
Major upgrades coming to Norwegian's Great Stirrup Cay
Why the Comic-Con Cruise is officially ending
The future (and pricing problems) of themed cruises
A real cruise scam story and how to avoid getting burned
Passenger requests that went way too far Adults-o...
In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, hosts Tommy and Tony discuss their New Year's resolutions, cruise goals for 2026, and the impact of geopolitical issues on cruising. They explore the importance of levity in serious discussions, the unpredictable behavior of cruise passengers, and the implications of internet monitoring on cruise ships. The conversation also touches on new taxes affecting the cruise industry, the rise of fight...
In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, hosts Tommy and Tony discuss a variety of topics related to cruising, including their experiences on holiday cruises, favorite Christmas movies, and the latest cruise line packages. They also touch on the recent milestone of Celebration Key, cabin troubles on cruise ships, and the innovations being introduced by cruise lines. The conversation is light-hearted and humorous, with a focus on the ...
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