Welcome to episode 238!
The European cruisers are back from their 39 day adventures.
On today’s new show, Scott and his first mate Pam share their thoughts, findings and insights, Roaming Around Rome.
The Vatican, St. Peter’s Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon were the highlights on this adventure. And of course, a massive consumption of pizza, carbonara and gelato were enjoyed.
So, sit back, relax and enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
Welcome to episode 237!
Tommy and his first mate, Lena, have been planning some new things, new beginnings, and on this new episode, we are going to give you all the scuttlebutt!
The Cruise Dudes Podcast will be coming soon to you from California to Florida, coast to coast!
With eight cruise ports and over twenty cruise lines that sail from Florida, we will have many things to explore, discover, and share with our listeners on upcoming episodes. And we have plans to take cruise journeys along the eastern seaboard and beyond as well. It's going to be a lot of fun!
We invite you to join us on this new chapter of the podcast!
Keep on Cruising and Enjoy the Show!
Tommy & Scott
Hello Cruisers!
Welcome to episode 236!
Have you ever wondered how to plan a multi-country vacation, with three different cruise sailings, hotel stays, site seeing and so much more? Well Scott and his first mate, Pam are on their way to Europe for 39 days this summer!
On this new episode they dive into the details on planning this adventure of a lifetime. Be ready to take many notes, there are a lot of details that they share.
Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
Hello Cruisers!
Welcome to episode 234!
Last Fall, Scott and Pam sailed on the newly refurbished Majestic Princess. On today’s show, they share a conversation about the changes and refreshed spaces on this beautiful cruise ship. They dig deep on the details and share some hints and tips you need to have on hand the next time you board the ship.
Majestic Princess is one of our favorite ships of the Princess Cruise fleet. We have wonderful memories and look forward to making new memories when we sail on her again soon.
Do you have a memory or tip to share about Majestic Princess? Please email us at thecruisedudes@gmail.com and we will share it on a upcoming podcast.
Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
Welcome to episode #232!
As the new year arrives, we’re thrilled about the exciting developments in cruising that await us in 2026. However, in this episode, we’re taking a nostalgic trip back to 2025 and sharing our experiences and highlights from the past year.
Cruising with family and friends is our absolute favorite way to create lifelong memories.
We’d love to hear about your memorable cruise experiences in 2025. If you have any stories or moments you’d like to share, please leave a message, and we’ll feature them on a future show.
May your 2026 be filled with many unforgettable cruise vacations and cherished memories.
We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with your loved ones this year.
It’s always a delight to visit and catch up with friends, and DuVaul is one of our cherished cruise friends that we’ve had the pleasure of knowing for many years.
Full of life, humor, and unmatched energy, DuVaul is one of Princess Cruises’s favorites among cruisers.
In this special episode, Scott has the unique opportunity to share the “behind-the-scenes” stories and changes that have been made to the Majestic Princess during its recent dry dock renovations. Definitely, an entertaining and insightful interview.
We hope you enjoy the show!
Happy Cruising!
Tommy & Scott
Welcome to episode 229.
We are so happy to interview our friend and celebrity mixologist Rob Floyd!
Since 2017 Rob has collaborated and partnered with Princess Cruises where you have probably enjoyed his creative cocktails throughout bars onboard their ships, at his amazing Good Spirits bar or at Spellbound by The Magic Castle on Sun Princess and the new Star Princess.
Now, Rob has a brand new collaboration with Princess Cruises - his first book!
“Sip at Sea” is a first of a kind interactive cocktail book that features embedded video tutorials where Rob teaches how to mix your favorite Princess Cruises cocktails. We dive in to find out what it means to Rob when he tells us to always “Sip Boldly!” Along with mixing his uniquely created cocktails, Rob’s gift of storytelling combines his passion and mission to “living life with flavor” to cruisers around the around the world. So many fun and interesting stories - this was a awesome nterview!
“Sip at Sea”, both hardcover and ebook are on Amazon.com are available today!
Hardcover: https://amzn.to/42ExKsR
E-Book: https://amzn.to/3IyPKOy
Follow Rob Floyd on Instagram:
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We hope you enjoy the show!
Happy Cruising,
Tommy & Scott
Welcome To episode #228!
On this new episode we answer some of your questions regarding the recent changes Princess Cruises has made to their “Princess Plus Package” and “Princess Premier Package” beverage programs. We believe that your cruise vacation is always better when you research and plan what is important to you and your family in advance before you board the ship. Understanding what your options are and what fits your budget, is the key that unlocks the door to a great cruise. On this new show we go over questions that you may of not thought of and clarify the changes and benefits of the new drink packages. To us, we like having options to pick and choose. One size doesn’t necessarily fit all. Hopefully, you will gain a better understanding of your options and look with great expectations on your next dream cruise
Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
Welcome to episode #224! We dust off our microphones and catch up with latest scuttlebutt and cruise happenings in Southern California. The competition is heating up again and we are going to see new cruise ships and even a new cruise line coming to the west coast! Are you ready for Real ID, renewing your passport or traveling to Europe soon? We have some updates and information for you. And finally, we share about the beautiful and stunning Sun Princess. Princess Cruises has launched its first Sphere Class ship and it is truly a luxurious ship with fine dining experiences, unique entertainment shows, and introducing Spellbound by Magic Castle, a spectacular new magical venue. Tommy sharesl about his time aboard this phenomenal cruise ship. Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
During the Thanksgiving holiday, Scott and his family cruised the Western Caribbean on the stunning Regal Princess. Scott was able to spend some time with Cruise Director Olivia and record a very special interview about her life's journey in the cruise industry. It is fascinating and very insightful that we are sure you will enjoy to hear. Thank you Olivia for coming on to the podcast!
Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
Hey Cruisers! Scott just recently sailed on the Majestic Princess on a wonderful repositioning cruise from Vancouver, British Columbia to Los Angeles, California. He had fantastic opportunity to interview cruise director Jason Allen and he shares five important things about the Majestic Princess that we need to know. We think that you will find this information entertaining and insightful with Jason and Scott. Happy Cruising! - Tommy & Scott
Have you wondered what kind of special deals and offers you can get when you visit the Future Cruise office? Scott recently was on the Majestic Princess and had the opportunity to speak with Brandon and asked all the questions. This in-depth interview will give you all the answers that you have been looking for to book that perfect future cruise. Now is the time to treat yourself and your family with that special vacation of a lifetime that will make memories you will cherish forever.
Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
We are so honored and privileged to welcome back American Idol Finalist, Lou Gazzara to the show! Lou shares with us some of the new projects he is working on along with his cruise show concerts on Princess Cruises and other cruise brands as well. When he is not sailing on the seven seas, Lou is also performing in Las Vegas, which is his beloved hometown. New opportunities are abounding for Lou, and he shares about an exciting new project happening in Las Vegas. We wish Lou all the success in the world and encourage our listeners to support this phenomenal entertainer whether it is on land or the seas.
Happy Cruising!
Tommy & Scott
Website: www.lougazzara.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LouGazzaraOfficial/
Intagram: https://www.instagram.com/lougazzaraofficial/?hl=en
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 Cruises made this cosmic event very special in many different and exciting ways for their guests. And watching a total solar eclipse from a cruise ship is experience like no other. It was a highlight of our lives that our family cherished together and will never forget. Thank you Princess Cruises for making this phenomenal cruise possible!
Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
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 with Bernie where he shared some of the behind the scenes moments from The Love Boat TV show as well as answering questions from cruisers. It was full of humorous memories of his acting days with Hollywood’s biggest stars. Everyone got sing Happy Birthday to Doc and afterwards Bernie generously spent time taking photos with the cruise guests. What a wonderful surprise and experience. We hope you enjoy listening to this memorable day.
Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
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 Yorkshire, United Kingdom studying theater to performing and working on cruise ships. Corrine updates us on the future of Princess Cruises newest ships, new additions to the North To Alaska enrichment series, Puppies in the Piazza and so much more. Thank you Corrine for coming onto our show and sharing your passion for cruising with our listeners.
Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott
Enjoy the interview!
Tommy & Scott
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 like in the Arctic Circle during the summer time? How does it feel to have sunlight 24 hours a day? What were the best port stops? What was the best activity? These questions were answered and so much more. Want to see more photos and video? Go to our Instagram page and follow along with this show. Norway was phenomenal in so many ways: fjords, waterfalls, mountains, lakes, rivers, glaciers, wildlife, and more. The Sky Princess crew and Princess Cruises made Tommy and Lena's 40th wedding anniversary cruise was an exceptional and memorable experience of a lifetime.
Enjoy the show!
Tommy & Scott