We get a preview of the first cruise to return to the sea from the UK in 14-months. Journalist Dave Monk just returned from a four-night sailing. He discusses the protocols onboard, what dining, the buffets, and the mask situation are like onboard.  Sherry Laskin has cruise news on:  Royal Caribbean gets permission to cruise A tone of optimism from cruise line executives  The Alaska Tourism Restoration Act passes  A cavalcade of cruise lines intends to sail Alaska this summer  Carnival has outlined its Alaska cruise protocols  Viking gears up for a summer 2021 restart  Another cruise line extends Bahamas sailings due to an overwhelming response Norwegian Cruise Line details its 2021 restart for the US Listener Question: What is the weather like in Southeast Alaska for late August? — Nicole  Thoughts or questions? doug@cruiseradio.net  Want daily cruise news? Subscribe to the Cruise Radio News podcast feed.  Get in-depth cruise news and industry insight at www.cruiseradio.net.