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16. A Dark Truth About Cruises

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Cruise Talk Weekly
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Jan 5, 2026
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Summary

In this episode of Cruise Talk Weekly, hosts Tommy and Tony discuss their New Year's resolutions, cruise goals for 2026, and the impact of geopolitical issues on cruising. They explore the importance of levity in serious discussions, the unpredictable behavior of cruise passengers, and the implications of internet monitoring on cruise ships. The conversation also touches on new taxes affecting the cruise industry, the rise of fights on cruise ships, and the serious nature of overboard incidents. Finally, they look ahead to upcoming cruise ships in 2026 and share their experiences with cruise ship spotting. Question/Comments/Concerns - [email protected] More Tommy here - @alwaysbebookedcruisepodcas1247 More Tony here - @LaLidoLoca See the video of the podcast here - https://youtu.be/Htf5OL4qxf0 Copyright 2026 - Cruise Talk Weekly