Cruise Interviews

Tim recently chatted with Michelle Van Deusen from Royal Caribbean about the latest news with that cruise line. Tim: When I sailed on the Oasis of the Seas in January I was very impressed with the entertainment options presented (especially “Hairspray the Musical”).  Tell us about some of the entertainment available on Royal Caribbean ships.  …

We recently talked to Alicia Steuart about the latest developments with Carnival Cruise Line: Family Travel Gurus: The Carnival Breeze just came out this summer and the Carnival Sunshine has its inaugural cruise in April 2013.  What are some of the new features of these new ships and what itineraries will they be sailing? We …

Since we last interviewed Alicia Steuart from Carnival Cruise Line there has been lots of changes – a new ship, a return to Europe, and more! We recently talked to Alicia to get up to date on the latest offerings from Carnival. Renovated Pool Area on the Carnival Sensation FamilyTravelGurus: We are excited to read …

Summer is Alaska cruise season and we feel Princess offers many outstanding Alaska itineraries.  We recently talked with Carolyn Szekeres from Princess about Alaska and Princess Cruises in general. .. FamilyTravelGurus: We’ve been to Alaska two times in recent years with Princess and we were very pleased!  Tell us about your Alaska cruise offerings and …

In 2008 Family Travel Gurus co-owner Tim Larison took an Avalon River Cruise on the Danube through parts of Hungary, Austria and Germany.  It was a fantastic trip!  Tim was fortunate to have sailed with a river cruise “expert” on that voyage – Kathleen Kavanagh from Globus.  We recently talked with Kathleen about river cruising …

Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas, the largest passenger ship afloat, will be making her debut sailing in 2009.  A sister ship, the Allure of the Seas, will be coming out in 2010.   We recently talked with Michelle Van Deusen about these exciting new ships and what else is new with Royal Caribbean. . Drawing …

There are some exciting things happening at Carnival Cruise Line!  We recently talked with Alicia Stewart about what’s new with Carnival. Waterworks on the new Carnival Dream FamilyTravelGurus: I understand Carnival has two new ships coming out in 2009.  Tell us about the Carnival Splendor and Carnival Dream. I am thrilled to talk about the Carnival …

We enjoy talking to representatives of the different cruise lines to stay updated on the latest with their products.  Recently we met with Ward Wagner, a 20 year veteran of Holland America, to get an update on the many cruises HAL offers.   FamilyTravelGurus: How does Holland America differ from other cruise lines?  What are …