La Lido Loca Cruise Podcast Tony Barnette
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Interested in cruise ships and cruise vacations? Yes? You are in the right place. Join Tony and guests as they work through everything going on in cruising.
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Essential Cruise Tips with Ilana from Life Well Cruised
Ilana from Life Well Cruised is one of the top cruise content creators in the world. She provides here audience and community with a wealth information about how to make their cruise vacation more efficient and enjoyable. Millions have used her cruise tips to prepare for and make the best of their cruise. We cover a lot in this episode including how Ilana started cruising, what she thinks about the state of cruising in 2024, mega-ships, packing cubes, and her essential cruise tips for both new and seasoned cruisers.
Check out Life Well Cruised here:
https://www.youtube.com/@LifeWellCruised
Check out the video version of this podcast here:
https://www.youtube.com/@cruisepodcast
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Are Mega Cruise Ships Good for Cruising? with Matt Hochberg
There seems to be a trend in the cruise industry to build bigger and bigger cruise ships. That is certainly the case with Royal Caribbean International. It begs the question are mega cruise ships good for cruising? I am joined today by Royal Caribbean expert Matt Hochberg of Royal Caribbean blog. We talk about mega cruise ship, his recent experience on Icon of the Seas, the role of private islands in cruising and much more.
Check out the video version of the podcast here:
https://www.youtube.com/@cruisepodcast
Check out Matt's Videos at:
https://www.youtube.com/@RoyalCaribbeanBlog
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Cruise Loyalty, Cruising with Kids, Icon of the Seas and More
This week we talk to Derrick Phillps from the Island Time YouTube channel. Derrick is a seasoned cruiser and a travel agent and he recently completed cruises on both Royal Caribbean and Carnvial Cruise Line's newest cruise ship. He gives his take on Icon of the Seas, Carnival Jubilee, cruising with kids and more.
Check out the video version of the podcast here:
https://www.youtube.com/@cruisepodcast
Check out Derrick's channel Island Time here:
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I Got Asked Cruise Questions by a Cruise Industry Veteran
Recently I had the opportunity to be interviewed by Bill Panoff, the Editor-In-Chief of Porthole Magazine. He asked my cruise origins and my approach to cruising. Enjoy this reversal where I get asked questions for a change.
Check the video version of the podcast here:
https://www.youtube.com/@cruisepodcast
Check out Bill's YouTube Channel:
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Cruising for Free on Princess and Carnival Cruise Line
Long time Princess and Carnival cruise Mike also know as The Nauti Cruiser joins me to talk about cruising on the new $1 billion dollar Carnival Jubilee and about how he cruises for free by gambling in the cruise casino.
Video version of the podcast can be found at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLoGEyIWH6f6mkJxDCweDag
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From Uber Driver to Multi Six Figure Content Creator
In today's episode I talk with Jay from the Shiplife YouTube channel. Jay is one of the largest cruise content creators in the world and has previously worked on cruise ships as a crewmember. We talk about all things cruising including his travel over the last 12 months, his favorite cruise ship activites and his insights on crew member life and crew member satisfaction.
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Savvy & at Times Sassy Cruise Perspective!
Tony of La Lido Loca provides perspective and insight of the cruise industry. While a number of trusted pod and vloggers do this and I follow them too, Tony’s depth of experience from his unique career - restaurant service, customer service, IT and IT leadership, as well as business management and leadership — coupled with his genuine humility and passion for fellow cruisers attaining the best possible cruise experience - make for a one-of-a-kind presentation and product. Way to go, Tony and Jenny of La Lido Loca!
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Loving the one on one, interviews on the podcast!
Helps me get from debarkation to embarkation!
For the guy that might have more than 12 months between cruises this show is the sugar to my addiction! What a rush! Well delivered and articulated! Thoughtful insight into the world of cruising. All of this brand’s platforms are worth devoting your time to. Keep it up!