Episode #188 - Interview with Bernie "Doc" Kopell and Fred "Gopher" Grandy!

Episode #212 - Catching the Wind on the Carnival Breeze!: Scott and his wife Pam recently cruised from Galveston, Texas for the first time sailing on the Carnival Breeze. Their seven day Western Caribbean cruise was filled with food, fun, and frivolity. Adventures included exploring Mayan pyramids and water... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

63 min listen

Episode #211 - Total Solar Eclipse Cruise On The Discovery Princess!: It was a cruise like no other! On this new episode, Tommy shares about his family’s experiences on the Discovery Princess to the Mexican Riviera for the April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. This cruise was sold out for two years and Princess... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

61 min listen

Episode #210 - Cruise Vacations With Your Kids!: On this new episode we explore cruising with your kids. We think taking a family cruise is awonderful way to spend time together, try new things, visit new places and learn about othercultures. However, most of your time will be enjoying the cruise... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

65 min listen

Episode 209 - Is AI Infiltrating The Cruise Blogosphere? Part 2: We are back with part two examining the suspiciously clickbait article titled "What A Cruise Is Really Like - Fantasy Versus Reality" by Nicole Castelino. It is very apparent that this was written by AI and not by a real travel/cruise writer. This... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

56 min listen

Episode #208 - Is AI Infiltrating The Cruise Blogosphere? Part 1: Scott recently ran across a blog post about cruising with a suspiciously clickbait title "What A Cruise Is Really Like - Fantasy Versus Reality" by Nicole Castelino. We take a dive and read through this article which was full of straw man arguments,... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

71 min listen

Episode #207 - Seven Things Cruisers Need To Stop Doing In 2024!: This is a different kind of episode. Normally, we like to keep it positive and such, but we have notice some trends and attitudes that need to change amongst our cruising community. We all have seen some crazy things that happen on cruise ships, and... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

66 min listen

Episode #206 - Cruising Down Under On The Disney Wonder!: On this new episode, we welcome Kat and Lewis Sutton from the Dis Down Under Podcast. The Sutton's are super Disney fans from Perth, Australia. They have visited all the Disney theme parks around the world and also love cruising They are excited to... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

61 min listen

Episode #205 - Cruising During The Holidays - Part 2!: Hey Cruisers! We are back with part two of sharing tips and ideas on how to make your holiday cruise extra special. Also, we have exclusive interviews with Raymond Grills, Food and Beverage Director and DuVaul Gamble, Cruise Director on the... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

46 min listen

Episode #204 - Cruising During The Holidays!: Hey Cruisers! We have fun and interesting episode for you. Have you ever wondered or wanted to cruise during a holiday? Scott just recently returned from a Thanksgiving cruise on the Discovery Princess and he shares about what to expect, some of the... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

58 min listen

Episode #203 - Prepare To Be Spellbound On The New Sun Princess!: We were invited to Princess Cruise's press event for the revealing of their new experience "Spellbound" by Magic Castle and we are here to reveal what we learned. We also have a special interview with Erika Larsen and Randy Pitchford from the Magic... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

44 min listen

Episode #202 - Fine Dining and Wine Experiences with Princess Cruises: On this new show we share about our recent fine dining and wine experiences on our Alaskan cruises on the Royal Princess and Discovery Princess. From Winemakers Dinner to Chef’s Table Lumiere to the exciting and new 360 Experience (No... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

82 min listen

Celebrating Bernie Kopell’s 90th Birthday on the Royal Princess!: Welcome to episode #201! Well, Scott had the unexpected pleasure on his Alaskan cruise to celebrate with Bernie “Dr. Adam Bricker” Kopell, aka “Doc” on the Royal Princess, his 90th birthday! Cruise Director Corrine Steel conducted a interview... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

71 min listen

Episode #200 - Interview: Cruise Director Corinne Steel on the Royal Princess!: Welcome to episode #200! How did that happen? While cruising through Alaska last month, Scott was able to interview our special guest, Corrine Steel, the current cruise director on the Royal Princess. Corrine shares her seven year journey from... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

32 min listen

Episode #199 - Interview: Cruise Director Dan France on the Sky Princess!: We have a very special and exclusive interview for you! Cruise Director Dan France graceously share with us his life story and how became part of the Princess Cruises' family and the Sky Princess. We discuss many things from food to entertainment to... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

46 min listen

Episode #198 - Norway: Land of the Midnight Sun on the Sky Princess! Part 2: Part 2! Tommy shares about all the cruise ports that he and his wife visited in Norway and Belgium. Should you always book an excursion through the cruise line or should you just roll the dice and see what you can find that day? What was the weather... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

79 min listen

Episode #197 - Norway: Land of the Midnight Sun on the Sky Princess! Part 1: Tommy is back from his 40th wedding anniversary cruise on the phenomenal Sky Princess! This 14 day cruise went from Southampton, England into the Arctic Circle and all the way to the most northern town in Europe, Honningsvag, Norway, North Cape. This... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

83 min listen

Episode #196 - Happy Hour with Scott and His First Mate!: It’s happy hour time! We answer some interesting questions from cruisers. “Can you wear crocs Zip lining” “wWat are the Naturists for?” “What can you do in Skagway, Ketchikan and Juneau” “How do you book excursions before, during or... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

49 min listen

Episode #195 - Cruising on the Caribbean Princess!: On this new episode, Tommy shares all about his wonderful cruise on the Caribbean Princess! Seven wonderful days to the Eastern Caribbean, with port stops at Princess Cay, St. Thomas and St. Maarten. We cover all of this including watch... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

85 min listen

Episode #194 - Carnival Radiance Recap and 100 Years of Luxury Cruising!: On this new show, Scott recaps he latest cruise on the Carnival Radiance and shares the details about his amazing stateroom and plus his newest "Cruise Food Hacks". We also chat about Tommy's upcoming Eastern Caribbean cruise on the Caribbean... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

69 min listen

Episode #193 - Focusing on Food: Navigator of the Seas!: Scott just got back from his first cruise on the Navigator of the Seas! There was so much to see, do and, of course eat, he decided to make the focus of this cruise all about the dining experiences onboard the ship. This show is all about the... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

68 min listen

Episode #192 - From Ship To Shore: Cruise News!: Hey there cruisers we have another episode of cruising goodness for you! Scott shares his excitement and upcoming cruise on the Navigator of the Seas. He has made his list of things to do, see and of course, eat. Can't wait to get his full report and... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

53 min listen

Episode #191 - Interview: Two Cruise Directors, Sophie & Dan, Share The Best Kept Secrets On The Diamond Princess!: Hi Cruisers! We are back with another fun and informative interview for you. Scott was able to interview not one, but two cruise directors, Sophie and Dan, before they made their job transitions, on the Diamond Princess. (Sophie is now the full time... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

37 min listen

Episode #190 - Interview: Executive Chef Paolo Merio On The Diamond Princess!: This week we have special and exclusive intervew with Princess Cruises executive chef, Paolo Merio. He shares with Scott a peek behind the scenes what it takes manage and serve over 3,000 guests and crew daily on the Diamond Princess. It's a... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

35 min listen

Episode #189 - A Shimmering Cruise On The Diamond Princess!: Scott and Pam recently were privileged to be one of the first guests to embark onto the beautiful Diamond Princess, the last Princess ship to restart, post pandemic. The ship had been, refreshed, refurbished and updated to Medallion Class!... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

61 min listen

Episode #187 - Exciting and New: The Love Boat TV Show Reunion Cruise: Tommy and Lena had the most amazing cruise ever! The Love Boat TV Show Reunion Cruise on the brand new Discovery Princess was the most phenomenal event on the high seas! Every special gathering onboard was electrifying and the energy between the TV... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

74 min listen

Episode #186 - It’s Time For More Scuttlebutt! by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

62 min listen

Episode #185 - Exploring The Carnival Radiance!: Scott and his first mate, Pam share together their recent experiences on the Carnival Radiance. During the pandemic, the ship underwent the largest and longest refurbishment and make over in Carnival's history, such additions as Shaq's Big Chicken,... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

50 min listen

Episode #184 - Discovering The World on the Discovery Princess!: Tommy and Scott discuss their experiences at the Discovery Princess naming ceremony. The last of the Royal Class of Princess ships, this beautiful vessel is the crowning achievement of Princess Cruises. With it's fine appointments, beautiful... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

85 min listen

Episode #183 - Carnival Cruises: 50 Years of Fun and Celebration on the Carnival Radiance!: Congratulations Carnival Cruises of 50 years of fun! On this new episode Scott shares about the 50th celebration on the Carnival Radiance and the special things they did onboard the ship. Also, we have some cruise news and more! Listen today! by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

77 min listen

Episode #182 - Shimmering Along The West Coast, Cruisers Welcome The Carnival Radiance!: We have a special interview for you with Ryan Rose, Cruise Director on the Carnival Radiance! Ryan shares about all the new experiences, bars, eateries, shows, and more. The ship has undergone a huge makeover and she sparkles! Cruisers, you will be... by The Cruise Dudes Podcast

9 min listen

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Episode #188 - Interview with Bernie "Doc" Kopell and Fred "Gopher" Grandy!

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