Adventure of the Seas 2026 Review, John Heald Interview + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean

About this episode

Doug Parker discusses cruise industry news and interviews John Heald about Carnival's new offerings while reviewing Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas.

Doug Parker covers major cruise industry news, including Norwegian Viva's canceled San Juan sailings and a worker strike disrupting Royal Caribbean ports in Costa Maya, a heroic passenger rescue at Costa Maya and a mile long cruise ship. Brand Ambassador John Heald discusses Carnival's new Relax Away section at Half Moon Cay, highlighting the new pier, free beach chairs, and natural surroundings. Kevin reviews Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas, praising its suite experience, dining, and ports while noting it lacks some newer ships' amenities. Sponsor Cruise line protection is designed to help if you can't take your cruise. Third-party travel insurance helps protect you during the trip. Including medical care, delays, and unexpected issues. Compare plans and save up to 30% at TripInsurance.com . About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

People in this episode

Host: Doug Parker

Guest: John Heald

Topics covered

• cruise news
• ship reviews
• travel tips
• Royal Caribbean
• Carnival
• insurance

Keywords

• cruise news
• Royal Caribbean
• Adventure of the Seas
• John Heald
• Carnival
• travel insurance
• Costa Maya
• Half Moon Cay

Sponsors

Cruise line protection

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Viva

Products: Cruise line protection

Places: Costa Maya, Half Moon Cay

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