About this episode

The episode features a review of the Brilliance of the Seas transatlantic cruise, highlighting various destinations and experiences.

Brilliance of the Seas transatlantic cruise review. Royal Caribbean's Brilliance of the Seas takes center stage this week as John shares his 23-night back-to-back cruise from Barcelona to Boston. The cruise combined an eight-night Western Europe sailing with a 15-night transatlantic cruise featuring Iceland, Greenland, Scotland, Portugal, Spain, and Atlantic Canadian maritimes. He discusses the ship's classic Radiance-class design, oceanview cabin, dining, entertainment, rough seas, and why Brilliance remains a favorite despite being more than 20 years old. Plus, hear what it's like to visit the Blue Lagoon, chase the Northern Lights, explore Greenland's remote villages, and whether a transatlantic cruise is worth adding to your bucket list. Share your thoughts: doug@cruiseradio.net 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

Topics covered

• cruise review
• transatlantic cruise
• Royal Caribbean
• travel tips
• Iceland
• Greenland
• Northern Lights

Keywords

• Brilliance of the Seas
• transatlantic cruise
• Royal Caribbean
• cruise review
• travel tips
• Iceland
• Greenland
• Northern Lights
• Blue Lagoon
• Western Europe

Sponsors

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Royal Caribbean

Places: Barcelona, Boston, Iceland, Greenland, Scotland, Portugal, Spain, Atlantic Canadian maritimes, Blue Lagoon

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