Magically Cruising Cruise Podcast

Planning a cruise from Florida and fancy squeezing in a bit of extra fun before you set sail? Visiting Universal Orlando before your cruise is a brilliant way to kick-start your holiday with some thrilling rides and magical moments. Whether you’re eager to explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, tackle epic roller coasters, or simply soak up the excitement of a world-class theme park, adding Universal Orlando to your itinerary is both possible and popular. But how can you make the most of your time and fit it all in? Sarah and Kieran dive into the details!Plan your Florida Cruise with Magical TravellerSee our review of Sapphire FallsRoyal Caribbean Cruise Finder ToolAlso check out our review and photo tour of Mariner of the Seas

In today's episode Sarah and Kieren look at the price rise of cruise drink packages and the knock-on effect this is having on the cruise experience. Do we really need cruise drinks packages any more now the prices have increased so dramatically?See our Royal Caribbean Drinks Package Guide Thinking of booking Virgin Voyages? Check out this guide to Sailor Loot and the Bar TabAnd check out the Celebrity Cruises Drinks PackagesGet all the details of the Disney Fantasy sailing from Southampton in 2025

Thinking of Sailing From Athens? Kieran tells Sarah about the laid-back vibe and gives hints and tips for booking hotels and finding great bars and restaurants. Find your next cruise with the Magical Traveller Cruise Search ToolGet Cruise Tips and Tricks6 Hotels in Athens with Rooftop PoolsGet our free printable cruise door ducks

Welcome to this week's episode of Magically Cruising, the cruise podcast that helps you make the most of your next sailing! Hosted by Kieran, an independent travel agent, and Sarah a travel writter from Cruising for All and Cruising with Kids.In this episode, we dive into the world of mini cruises. Sarah shares her recent experience on a two-night sailing with MSC Virtuosa out of Southampton. We explore the pros and cons of mini cruises, discussing why they may not always offer the best representation of a cruise line and what to expect if you're considering one. From tips on speciality dining to managing expectations on short sailings, we cover it all.View all the MSC Virtuosa Drink MenusGet the inside track on the Exclusive Shore Excursions for MSC Yacht ClubBook a Mini Cruise from the UK with Magical TravellerRoyal Caribbean Cruises from Southampton both short and full-length voyages with Magical Traveller

Sarah and Kieran examine booking patterns and the best time to book a cruise. We chat about the best time to book a cruise for families and couples and ask if you can get a good last-minute cruise deal.Check out the biggest cruise ships in the world.And take a look at Mariner of the Seas in our review and tour.See all Short Cruises from the UK on Magical TravellerWhat are the top cruise line private islands?

Kieran talks to Sarah live from Scarlet Lady about his Irresistible Med cruise, what he loves about sailing with Virgin Voyages, and what shines about the brand for him.Check out the food onboard Virgin VoyagesWhat are the biggest cruise ships in the world Take a look at Kieran's Guide to Virgin Voyages Cabins and SuitesWant to understand How the Bar Tab and Sailor Loot work on Virgin Voyages Kieran also has a guide for that