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Join superfans Trevor Shelby, Thomas Kennedy, Jennifer Rowell, and Reese Schrimsher each week as they lead their audience through their love of Cruising, Cruise News, and a focus on various Cruising Topics and interviews with Cruise staff, Crew members and Excursion staff who work so hard to make each and every cruise magical!
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When Jenn can't make the show, Trevor's AI skills (or lack thereof) take center stage! Join Trevor and Tom as they dive into wild cruise news including a passenger stuck in a waterslide over the ocean, 17 cars stolen from a "secure" Southampton cruise parking lot, and the viral story of a woman who disappeared in Bonaire (spoiler: she left a note!). Plus, they discuss the heated Reddit debate about keeping cruise cards in bras, share stories of passengers getting arrested at ports, and feature Tim and Brandon's third Aussie takeover segment - complete with fan girl photo evidence! From bomb threats over gambling losses to Christmas questions for Australia, this episode has it all... except the real Jenn.
The Golden Crew is back with wild cruise stories you won't believe! Trevor, Tom, and Jenn dive into a shocking GoFundMe scam where a woman stole $37,000 meant for her cousin's medical bills to fund a Carnival cruise. Plus, we break down the major changes to Carnival's loyalty program (spoiler: Tom and Trevor are "Golden Boys" forever), discuss a Royal Caribbean fight that made the captain turn the ship around, and share celebrity encounters at sea - including Tom's elevator fan moment! Tim and Brandon are back with their Aussie takeover segment, covering everything from coffee culture to kangaroo encounters. We also debate whether cruise directors influence booking decisions and share some hilarious toilet mishaps from past cruises.Speakpipe Link because if I dont post this then Brando shames me :( https://www.speakpipe.com/CarnivalCruisingPodcastaways
The Golden Crew is back with cruise chaos stories that'll make you double-check your boarding time! Trevor, Tom, and Jenn discuss parents who missed their ship's departure (and blamed their kid), a man who jumped overboard with $14,000 to dodge customs, and a gift card fraud scheme gone wrong. Plus, we cover Princess Cruises' controversial new tattoo policy, Carnival's bizarre sunscreen-flavored ice cream, and the new Cheers Zero Proof beverage package. We also feature a special takeover segment from Tim and Brandon about Australian cruising differences!
The Golden Crew is back with Trevor, Tom, and Jenn sharing their must-have cruise essentials! In this episode, we dive into the top 10 things you absolutely can't cruise without - from the obvious (travel documents) to the sneaky clever (hotel key cards for keeping your lights on). Plus, we've got cruise news including kayakers trying to stop a ship in Rotterdam, Icon of the Seas' water slide repairs, and a Disney Wish overboard false alarm. We also get excited about Carnival's new donuts and beignets coming to the fleet!Note: We apologize for Trevor's audio quality in this episode - we had to use backup audio to recover the recording, but we promise the content is worth it!https://www.speakpipe.com/CarnivalCruisingPodcastaways
Trevor, Tom, and Jenn navigate through heavy seas this week, starting with the tragic news from Celebration Key before tracking Hurricane Erin's impact on East Coast cruising. The crew celebrates astronaut Kelly Gerardi becoming Star of the Seas' godmother, debates the pronunciation of MSC Meraviglia (spoiler: they Google it), and somehow ends up discussing the logistics of nude cruises. Plus, international Speakpipe bromance continues as Brandon and Tim plot something mysterious! Come for the cruise news, stay for the wild cherry soda debate and Jenn's increasingly questionable internet connection.Speakpipe Link because if I dont post this then Brando shames me :( https://www.speakpipe.com/CarnivalCruisingPodcastaways
This week Trevor, Tom, and Jenn navigate through choppy waters of cruise news! We're discussing Carnival's big moves with the Mardi Gras switching to shorter Bahamas runs from Port Canaveral in 2027, plus exciting details about the new Carnival Jubilee's music-inspired zones. Find out why Diana Ross backed out of being Star of the Seas' godmother with just days to spare, and how Tropical Storm Aaron might affect current sailings.We also cover MSC's massive expansion into Texas and the Caribbean with 7 ships, the concerning waterslide incident on Icon of the Seas that left a passenger injured, and Royal Caribbean's controversial new drink package policy that affects everyone - even pregnant passengers! Plus, listener messages from Brandon and Tim, including news about Disney Wonder leaving Australia.Join us for technical difficulties, kitten attacks, and Jenn's legendary lag as we sail through this week's cruise updates!Speakpipe Link because if I dont post this then Brando shames me :( https://www.speakpipe.com/CarnivalCruisingPodcastaways
The Golden Crew is dreaming beyond Carnival! Join Trevor, Tom, and Jenn as they share which cruise lines are on their bucket lists (spoiler: Tom wants to try the Scientology ship for the "experience"). This week: Trevor's declining a bad book deal to self-publish his hockey romance "Second Shot," Tom's convinced he's been kicked out of the group chat (he hasn't), and we debate the merits of MSC's yacht club where you get your own butler named Jeeves. Plus, we discover Virgin's annual pass costs $120,000, Tom wants to bathe in champagne in a hot tub, and we explore Margaritaville's retirement communities where everyone goes "fins up!" We also thank our listeners for NOT getting us mentioned in John Heald's influencer post because we definitely don't want that responsibility. Fair warning: This episode contains dangerous levels of butler voice impressions and math that doesn't add up.
Big changes are coming to the Golden Crew! Join Trevor, Tom, and Jenn as they make a major announcement about the future of the podcast (hint: we're broadening our horizons beyond just Carnival). This week: We review the decidedly un-Bahamian food options at Celebration Key (donuts and sushi, anyone?), share the miraculous Disney cruise rescue story where a 5-year-old and her dad both survived going overboard, and accidentally discover Tom Cruise news while Googling "cruise news." Plus, Tim from Australia sends us the wildest Speak Pipe yet about a very unique burlesque show performance that left us speechless. We also discuss the proliferation of Caesar salads, debate whether earworms are contagious, and somehow end up talking about Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter. Fair warning: This episode contains unexpected musical performances and a commitment to chocolate chip cookies.
Happy 4th of July from the Golden Crew! Join Trevor, Tom, and Jen for a special holiday episode as they celebrate America's birthday (recorded totally on July 4th, we swear). This week: We discuss our exciting poop cruise documentary watch party plans, share the miraculous Disney cruise rescue story of a 5-year-old who went overboard (spoiler: Disney magic saved the day!), and debunk the outrageous $19.99 pool noodle rumor at Celebration Key. Plus, Tom's playing Jimmy Buffett for people who actually know who he is, we invite our Australian listeners to celebrate American independence with us, and Tim from Down Under asks about that special feeling of stepping onto your first Carnival ship (yes, crying is acceptable). Trevor also casually mentions he wrote a choose-your-own-adventure book where he kills Tom multiple times. Fair warning: This is a shorter episode because we have "things to see and people to do."
The Golden Crew has reached the acceptance stage! Join Trevor, Tom, and Jen as they move past their VIFP grief and embrace the chaos. This week: We discover Tom's bandmate doesn't know who Jimmy Buffett is (Gen X parents have failed!), plan an epic watch-along party for Netflix's Carnival Triumph "poop cruise" documentary, and tease mysterious changes coming to the show in August. Plus, Trevor finally admits he's accepted his fate as a future red card holder, we debate Lido breakfast vs. sea day brunch, and somehow end up discussing Trevor's first wedding disaster (hint: "help me" was involved). We also catch up on listener messages from our neglected Speak Pipe, including our Australian correspondents who wants to cheat at finding ship coins. Fair warning: This episode contains acceptance, denial, and Trevor's multiple breakfast strategy.
The Golden Crew faces their darkest hour as Carnival drops a bombshell announcement about major changes to the VIFP loyalty program! Join Trevor, Tom, and Jenn as they navigate the five stages of grief over the new points and stars system that's replacing the beloved days-based program. In this emotional rollercoaster of an episode, we break down what spending $18,000 might get you (spoiler: maybe platinum status?), debate whether families will have to split their points four ways, and discover why casino players just got royally screwed. Plus, Trevor contemplates his MSC status match options, we send our support to John Heald who's taking heat from angry cruisers, and somehow manage to turn existential dread into comedy gold. Fair warning: This episode contains speculation, mathematical confusion, and Trevor singing Celine Dion. You've been warned.
The Golden Crew is back! Fresh off his Alaskan adventure, Trevor joins Tom and Jenn to discuss the latest cruise happenings. This week: Carnival cracks down on social media rule-breakers (mess around and find out!), the newly upgraded Carnival Valor emerges from dry dock with exciting new features, and we dive into the art of being a pier runner spectator. Plus, Trevor shares his genius platinum perk laundry hack, we debate the merits of ship coffee options, and somehow end up discussing white chocolate vs. dark chocolate for way too long. Fair warning: this episode contains approximately 50% cruise content and 50% delightful chaos, including discussions about bleach spots, cat celebrities, and why you should never post your rule-breaking on TikTok.
1Pack your parkas, Pod Castaways! Trevor's back from the Last Frontier with tales from FGC #3 aboard the Carnival Luminosa. Join Trevor and Tom as they dive into all the Alaskan adventures, from getting uncomfortably close to whales (20 feet!) to discovering that OG Carnival burgers might just be better than Guy's (controversial, we know).Trevor breaks down the Luminosa's unique Spirit/Vista hybrid design, shares stories from ports like Ketchikan, Skagway, and Juneau, and reveals why the ship's banana cream pie redemption arc is everything we hoped for. Plus, hear about the amazing Pod Castaways community members they met, including birthday boy Steven and superfan Gerald!No water slides? No problem! Find out why this Alaska cruise still gets Trevor's seal of approval and get the scoop on FGC #4 coming September 2026.Fair warning: This episode may cause sudden cravings for reindeer fart shots and double patty burgers. You've been warned! 🛳️🐋🍔"
Trevor, Tom, and Jenn are back with a jam-packed episode diving into Carnival’s newest hot topic—Celebration Key! 🌴 From environmental efforts to economic impacts, they break down everything Carnival is doing (and maybe not doing 👀) to prep this private paradise. Plus, Trevor makes a case for runway videos at sea, Tom relives a hilarious elevator encounter, and Trevor gets called out for his editing (or lack thereof). Also—big updates on the FRGC 4 aboard the Carnival Jubilee in 2026! 🚢💃🎧 Leave us a voicemail: Speakpipe.com/CarnivalCruisingPodcastaways🛳️ CCP Group Cruise (AKA FRGC 4): https://flow.page/haveluggagewilltravel
With Jenn MIA (because somebody forgot where her priorities lie), Tom and Trevor go rogue in this unfiltered, one-take wonder. From Carnival scrapping physical shore excursion tickets to the debut of limited-edition Jack Daniels bottles onboard, they dive into the latest cruise news with sarcasm, heart, and a healthy dose of tech nostalgia. Throw in some SpeakPipe shoutouts (toilet flush talk included), a conspiracy theory about Guy Fieri’s tequila, and a Zune player that may or may not contain a gorilla fight—yeah, this one's got layers. Buckle up. No edits. No rules. No Jenn.
In this wild ride of an episode, the Podcastaways crew dives into powdered alcohol smuggling attempts, haunted Long Beach ports, overpriced cruise add-ons, and whether Dog the Bounty Hunter is lurking in Hawaii. Jen leads the charge, Trevor tries to get scattered at sea (unceremoniously), and Kennedy’s Roomba collection grows dangerously sentient. Also: do you really need travel insurance? Tune in for laughs, cruise tips, and possibly a goodwill intervention.
Today, The Golden Crew sets sail into the art (and chaos) of cruise packing! Trevor, Jenn, and Tom break down must-have items for first-time cruisers, from formalwear hacks to laundry service secrets. We swap hilarious travel mishaps, reveal unexpected cruise essentials (yes, even poopouri makes the list), and share why overpacking is the silent villain of every seven-day trip. Plus, we tackle an audience question: What’s the best U.S. port to cruise from if you're traveling internationally? Get ready for a perfect blend of laughter, life-saving tips, and a few unexpected detours into wrestling, haunted offices, and beach bag blunders. 🌴🚢🎒
It’s just Trevor, Tom, and Jenn on deck this week—and things get real weird, real fast. We kick things off by confessing the one thing we’ve each tried on a cruise and absolutely hated (hint: snails and slow check-ins don’t mix). From there, we stumble into the great passport photo debate—should you smile, or should you look like your soul left on embarkation day? We also talk about Carnival’s new hardline stance on booze smugglers (spoiler alert: you could get banned), and share our own strategies for sipping smart while staying within the rules.And then—finally—a podcast mystery gets solved thanks to a Speakpipe voicemail that had us crying with laughter. Toilet talk? Maybe. Worth it? Definitely.All this, plus Jenn’s now-official nickname for Christine Duffy... "The Dove."
It's a Platinum Boys Special! Trevor and Mr. Kennedy are at the helm today, discussing Carnival Cruise Line's newest announcements and upcoming changes. They're diving into the updates on Carnival's loyalty program, including exciting discussions on new ship names, upcoming Excel-class vessels, and the mysterious "Project Ace." Listen as they debate potential ship names, speculate on loyalty program tiers, and hilariously navigate the news with plenty of laughs and cruise-loving banter. Don’t miss the chance to hear Trevor's thoughts on becoming a permanent blue card holder and his playful jabs at Mr. Kennedy!Have thoughts on Carnival's upcoming loyalty changes or new ships? Let your voice be heard at Speakpipe.com/CarnivalCruisingPodcastaways by leaving us a voicemail!
This week on Carnival Cruising Podcastaways, Tom, Jenn, and Trevor are serving up another helping of cruise chaos—with a side of mayo, a handful of shrimp, and one very overpriced cocktail.Join the crew as they dig into:Carnival’s internet pricing and why it’s not just “because the ship already has it”New arcade deals that might have led to a claw machine victoryA speakerpipe shoutout from our new Aussie field reporter, Tim (we see you, Tim!)Texans demanding Duke’s mayo at sea—and the controversial fry dipping culture warMilkshakes, miracles, and why Megan deserves a free cruiseCarnival’s paid internship program for high schoolers and future fun ship workersAlso: The team starts planning CCP Group Cruise 8 to Australia, discusses fried gizzards vs. avocado toast, and wonders… is a stale testicle really the worst that can happen on a cruise?🎧 It’s another unpredictable ride on the high seas of fun with the Golden Crew!💬 Leave us a voicemail: Speakpipe.com/CarnivalCruisingPodcastaways
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