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Small Ship Cruise Talk: River Cruises, Yacht, Barge and Expedition Cruising Tips & Travel Planning Advice

by Dan and Mikkel Woodruff | River Cruises, Expedition, Yacht and Barge Cruising

Welcome to Small Ship Cruise Talk, your go-to podcast—and the only podcast of its kind—for all things small ship cruising! Whether you're curious about river cruises, yacht cruises, expedition cruises, barge cruises, or ship-within-a-ship experiences on larger vessels, we, Dan and Mikkel, of the esteemed small ship cruise website Sometimes Sailing, have you covered.Ever wondered what it’s like to sail on a ship with just four passengers...or 150? Want to know how to budget for a small ship cruise and what the actual costs are? Do we give small ship cruise food a thumbs up or thumbs down? Find out all that and more, like what kinds of ports small ships go to and what packing essentials we recommend, along with valuable small ship cruise travel planning tips.Each episode delivers concise, value-packed insights to help you easily navigate the world of luxury, adventure, and intimate cruising.Join us as we dive into real cruise experiences, insider tips, and expert interviews to help you plan your perfect small ship vacation.Instagram, Threads, & Pinterest: @sometimessailing

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Adventures by Disney on a River Cruise: Big Ship DCL Fans Go Small

What happens when die-hard Disney Cruise Line fans trade the resort at sea for a river cruise ship? We’re joined by Tracy and Michael Ondrejko, who know Disney at 4,000-p

Oct 21
35 min

Cruise Port of Bergen: The Epic Things to Do & Know if You Only Have 2 Days (or Less)

Bergen is one of the easiest cruise ports in Norway to explore on your own, and even if you only have two days, we're showing you exactly how to make the most of you

Oct 7
32 min

BREAKING NEWS: Explora Journeys Announces River Cruises

🚨 Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean cruise line from MSC Group, announced it has signed a letter of intent, signaling without a doubt that it is entering the world of lu

Sep 24
6 min

Norway Coastal Cruise with Havila Voyages: Southbound from Kirkenes to Bergen

Thinking about a cruise along  Norway’s coast with Havila Voyages? We spent six days sailing southbound from Kirkenes to Bergen aboard Havila Pollux, and we're shari

Sep 23
1 h 08 min

BONUS: Bird Watching in Colombia with AmaWaterways: Kingfishers, Limpkins, Tanagers, Herons, & More!

We're on Colombia’s Magdalena River, aboard AmaMagdalena with AmaWaterways, sharing everything you need to know before this bucket-list birding excursion, from spott

Sep 16
21 min

Memorable Colombia River Cruise with AmaWaterways on the Magdalena River

🇨🇴 We just got back from Colombia, where we sailed the Magdalena River with AmaWaterways, the only cruise line currently sailing this river. If you've been curious a

Sep 9
47 min

The Only Travel Adapters You'll Ever Need for Cruise & Land

Forgetting a travel adapter can turn "Let's go see Buckingham Palace" into "Where's the nearest electronics store?" ‼️ We know, because it happened to us. ‼️ L

Aug 26
25 min

How to Surprise Someone with a Cruise: 17 Creative Ideas to Elevate the Gift of Travel

Surprising someone with a cruise takes more than just booking the trip; the reveal is where the magic happens. We're walking you through 17 creative ways to announce

Aug 12
20 min

Our One-Week Coastal Maine Road Trip in Depth

The coastal drive we planned before and after our Maine Windjammer Cruise was worth the trip! We're breaking down our full pre- and post-cruise road trip, from flyin

Jul 29
32 min

Our Maine Windjammer Vacation on Historic Sailboat, Grace Bailey

We spent three nights aboard Grace Bailey, a historic schooner in the Maine Windjammer fleet, and we're breaking down everything you need to know for consideration b

Jul 15
34 min

Bonus: Historic Maritime Event Recap from Sail4th 250 in NYC

Join us for a lively recap of the 🇺🇸 July 4th celebrations in New York City, as seen from Governors Island and at home, focusing on the historic maritime events, the Para

Jul 10
7 min

How to Budget and Save for a Cruise in a Year (or Less) with Danielle Corbett

⚓️ Dreaming of a cruise but not sure how to make it happen financially? 💭 That dream cruise doesn't have to stay a dream.  We sit down with Danielle Desir Corbett o

Jul 1
35 min

Cruising the Southeast Sea Islands on American Cruise Lines

We're taking you aboard American Cruise Lines' Southeast Sea Islands itinerary — a nine-day, eight-night coastal cruise through the Intracoastal Waterway on a b

Jun 17
37 min

Bonus: NYC Sail4th 250, Once-in-a-Lifetime Flotilla featuring Two Historic Maine Windjammer Cruise Ships

🇺🇸 America turns 250 this July 4th, and New York Harbor is throwing the biggest nautical celebration in a generation. We're breaking down everything you need to know

Jun 15
22 min

Celebrity River Cruises: Excursion Updates

Celebrity River Cruises is making waves before launching, and we're breaking down the four excursion categories that make up their new Destination Discovery program

Jun 3
23 min

All About Road Scholar Afloat: A Unique Cruise Travel Program

Curious about Road Scholar travel programs, but not sure if it's right for you? This episode gives you everything you need to know about the cruise trips (called “Af

May 20
43 min

Repeating the Same Cruise Itinerary: How to Do It Right

Ever had that pull to go back to a cruise you loved?  We're breaking down exactly what to consider before you rebook, from choosing the same cruise line vs. switchi

May 6
27 min

Future of River Cruises, Expedition & Yacht Cruising from Seatrade Global Leading Cruise Industry Event

The future of cruising is looking bright, and we have the inside scoop straight from Seatrade Miami, the cruise industry's leading global event. In this episode, we

Apr 22
32 min

Cruise Tours Audio: How We Uplevel with AirFly

Ever struggle to hear your tour guide on a shore excursion, or find that uncomfortable single-use earpiece driving you crazy?  We're breaking down everything you ne

Apr 15
20 min

Is it Dumb to Take a Boat Excursion During Your Cruise? Pros, Cons & Tips

Is it dumb to take a boating excursion during a vacation when you’re already on a cruise? Today, we answer this question with the pros, cons, and things you may not have

Apr 8
25 min

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