# 28. This Cruise Started BAD… But Ended AMAZING

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Podcast: [Cruise Talk Weekly](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cruise-talk-weekly-7479564)
Published: 2026-05-01T15:22:00+00:00
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## Resource

This week on Cruise Talk Weekly, Tony and Tommy break down one of the most unusual cruise experiences we've seen in a while… a sailing out of Philadelphia with no cruise terminal 😳 From a chaotic embarkation process that had passengers waiting for hours, to rough seas on the way to Bermuda, this cruise didn't exactly start smoothly. But once things got going? It turned into something pretty special. 🌴 In this episode: What it was REALLY like cruising out of Philly without a terminal The embarkation issues that had people talking all week Rough Atlantic seas and how passengers handled it Bermuda's reality: pink sand… or not? Why Bermuda might be one of the most underrated cruise ports Charleston surprises, southern charm, and incredible food Behind-the-scenes of group cruising with 150+ people Cruise industry talk: new ships, overbooking strategies, and Royal Caribbean's long-term plans Along the way, Tony shares his firsthand experience leading a group cruise, the moments that worked (and didn't), and why mindset can make or break your vacation. Was the chaos worth it? And would we do it again? 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation! — 👉 Don't forget to subscribe/follow Cruise Talk Weekly so you never miss an episode 👉 Watch more cruise content on La Lido Loca👉 Listen more at Always Be Booked 👉 Have a question or topic? Drop it in the comments! #CruiseTalkWeekly #CruiseNews #BermudaCruise #CruiseTips #CruiseLife

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