CruiseTipsTV Unplugged - Cruise Tips and More

Today on the podcast, our special guest- Lyn Mettler from Families Fly Free, shares how to fly to your cruise for free using miles/points, as well as how to score a free pre or post-cruise hotel. Lyn will also share a way to pay for your cruise with a card and then cover the cost after the fact with miles and points if that's of interest. Check out Lyn's free download: "7 Secret Hacks I Use to Fly My Family Free" at: FamiliesFlyFree.com/cruisetipstv. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Description: Today on the podcast, we answer questions from our Facebook Group. To join the group head to the groups on Facebook search Cruise Tips TV® Official Group - and you'll see a photo of me and the words Cruise Tips TV Official Cruise Group. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

This week on the podcast, we compare and contrast the top five loyalty programs in the cruise industry. We discussed the pros and cons as well as which programs are easiest to move up fastest in. We also talk about whether or not it's worth it to stick with one cruise line. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Today on the show, we have a special guest who will help us learn how to use points for flights to the port. Ben from Ben's Big Deal starts by sharing how to responsibly START with points and miles and what to watch out for. Not all points are created equal! Should you use a bank card or an airline card? Should you book a cruise using points or miles? Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

This week on the podcast, we have a special guest from our cruising community. Joyce has just returned from back-to-back cruises on Utopia of the Seas, and she'll share her knowledge about the B2B experience with our listeners today. Back-to-back cruises are different in a lot of ways and can be approached differently depending on how you book the cruises, if you're changing cabins, and the cruise line. Joyce helps break down what to know and answers questions from our community on this topic! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

This week on the podcast, we're sharing some secret food hacks and menu items that can be found on a variety of cruise lines. From the BEST way to order warm chocolate melting cake to tips for the main dining room on a cruise, this is a fun one! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Today on the podcast, we're answering questions from our Facebook group. What are some things to do in Miami before a cruise? Tips for transatlantic cruises? Best summer Europe cruises & more! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

This week on the podcast, we have a special guest. Our travel agency partner, Wendy Montebello, joins us to talk all about the brand-new Utopia of the Seas. Utopia is Oasis Class, so it's similar to other ships, but we'll talk about the differences in dining and the ship itself, as well as some insider tips if you're booking this beautiful new Royal Caribbean ship soon. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Let's dive into the top 20 Prime Day 2024 deals you won't want to miss…with a special focus on our cruise and travel FAVORITES, like Liquid IV- which RARELY goes on sale! It's that time of year again: Amazon Prime Day is here! For 48 glorious hours, Prime members can snag incredible deals across almost every category imaginable. While travel enthusiasts will find a treasure trove of discounts on luggage, tech essentials, and other adventure-ready gear, this year's Prime Day boasts something for everyone. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

This week on the podcast, we're celebrating our 300th episode. We'll share why and how we got started on YouTube- and why we make the type of content we do! We'll share some of our best, weirdest, and scariest moments as cruise travel creators. We also share in this video why we have chosen NOT to focus on negative content. Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com