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Always Be Booked is an off beat, irreverent look into all things related to cruising. Host Tommy Casabona gives honest reviews, tips, industry news and his overall unique take on cruising

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54 min
May 25, 2026
Costa Takes a Stand, Lots of Litigation, Virgin Takes Alaska, Another Royal Cancelation

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, host Tommy Casabona covers Costa is taking a stand against food smuggling Royal Caribbean cancels a sailing for a charter Cuban's win a victory in court Man sues Carnival under the most ridiculous circumstances in history much much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

43 min
Apr 20, 2026
Creators Banned, Lawsuits and Overboards

A new episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona Carnival Splendor endures two tragedies in one sailing Woman sues Carnival and wins a drink package lawsuit Margaritaville at Sea takes serious action against cruise content creators Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

53 min
Mar 14, 2026
Shots Across the Bow 035

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode we cover Norwegians big future plans Another neurovirus outbreak Carnival Australia's labor battle Virgin Voyages adds a new restaurant much, much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

58 min
Mar 11, 2026
Cruise Chat with Bartender Nahomey

In this Cruise Chat episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, host Tommy Casabona catches up with Carnival Cruise Line bartender Nahomey.  We cover What makes the Alchemy Bar such a special place Finding love at sea Theme cruises How wild does a Carnival Cruise get much much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

52 min
Mar 9, 2026
Shots Across the Bow 034

Another Shows Across the Bow Episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode we dive into NCL Earnings Call Cruise Awards Ships Affected By Global Unrest Norwegian Takes Delivery Beds on the Balcony Much, Much More Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49 min
Feb 19, 2026
Shot Across the Bow 033

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast. Your host, Tommy Casabona gives his spin on the latest news in cruising.  In this epsiode we cover NCL CEO "steps down" Activist Investment group buys over 10% of NCH stock What is your expected level of privacy on a cruise ship Will the new cruise terminal near Tampa be given the green light? Celebrity cruise ship loses power and cruise ends early Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 2 min
Jan 30, 2026
Stephanie Returns from a Dream Cruise

A Cruise Conversation with Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast friend of the show Steph! We recap the dream cruise we previewed just a couple of weeks ago.  Steph took a 12 day Carnival Cruise to the DEEP Southern Caribbean and it was everything she expected and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 3 min
Jan 14, 2026
Shot Across the Bow 032

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode we cover A new island in the stream NCL is shaking up its branding Are you sure which port you're supposed to leave from? John Heald keeps taking on fire The Perfect Crime(?) travel agent version much, much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

58 min
Dec 31, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 031

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with host Tommy Casabona. In this episode we dive into the following topics Attempts to block Hawaii's cruise ship tax have been denied Carnival is laying down the law on arcade game abuse Great Stirrup Cay is leaving tender moments alone Update on the most disturbing story of the year Mom rescues kid, then gets rescued much, much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

52 min
Dec 23, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 030

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode, we cover Royal Caribbean continues its world domination shoreside Carnival breaks down its financials Celebrity Ship gets blown into a fuel tanker Sort of a year in review much, much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 5 min
Dec 19, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 029

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast. Host Tommy Casabona tackles some of the hottest topics in cruising today, including Norwegian introduces Free at Sea Plus Multiple missed ports and delays to major cruise lines San Juan will be the new home to some very new ships John Heald busy banning bakers much much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

46 min
Dec 18, 2025
Thursday Conversation- Steph Returns

Thursday Conversation with our friend Steph!  We preview her upcoming 12-day, dream cruise on Carnival Conquest Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

53 min
Dec 13, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 028

In this RETURN episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, host Tommy Casabona talks about the latest cruise news.  In this episode we cover Fights on ships Why are "overboard" incidents occurring more frequently The launch of the new patreon format Battle of the embarkation ports much, much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49 min
Nov 11, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 027

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode, we cover: Norwegian walking back several initiatives Jamaica showing its resiliency Kick Streamers getting kicked off a cruise ship Celebrity and Princess launcing new ships much much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

59 min
Oct 22, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 026

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode we cover Princess sails out of San Juan We love cruising, but are they pushing us away? Hard Rock and Royal Caribbean combine for a 3-day party John Heald explains why the sailaway party was lame Some more "cruise experience" ideas from Tommy much much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 12 min
Oct 13, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 025

A Pirates and Pier Runners Group Cruise Recap Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

55 min
Sep 28, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 024

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode we cover A Preview of the Upcoming Group Cruise Ducks for Beverage Bucks? Virgin Joins the Upcharge Party A Woman Tries to Move to Bonaire Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

59 min
Sep 8, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 023

Another "Shots Across the Bow" cruise news episode of the Always Be Booked Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona. In this epsidoe we cover Celebrity- coming to a river near you Carnival says, "Check out our package" Royal Caribbean floats out a Legend Thoughts on a smaller class of Royal Caribbean cruise ships Carnival returns to a retro groovy vacation spot Royal Caribbean says "show up for dinner...or else!" Tommy gives a quick preview of Pirates and Pier Runners 5 Much, much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 2 min
Sep 3, 2025
Emails 014

Another Always Be Booked listener email episode.  To be a part of the show, send in your question, comment, concern or correction to [email protected]. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

58 min
Sep 1, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 022

Its time for some cruise news. Check out host Tommy Casabona's take on the latest happenings in the world of cruising in another Shots Across the Bow episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast. In this episode Tommy covers: Carnival's new bundle sale A cruise ship's worst enemy Are onboard announcements getting to be too much? The Aloha State has been served Adults only SEA cruises Do you watch NFL Football at season Is it fair to cancel cruises for charters? much, much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

56 min
Aug 28, 2025
Listener Emails 08/28/25

Listener emails on the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

45 min
Aug 25, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 021

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona. Some Stories covered this week: Carnival's new waterpark Chicken Tender Conflicts Trouble in Perfect Day Mexico? Belize recruitments Margaritaville as Sea Brings Back an old offer much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 5 min
Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Conversation Vynnessa Vibes

An all new "Thursday Conversation" on the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  This week we catch up with Vynnessa Smith with the Vynnessa Vibes YouTube channel Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

47 min
Aug 18, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 020

Another "Shots Across the Bow" episode of The Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode: Royal Caribbean tempered glass issues Another man overboard Celebration Key tragedy Dianna Ross is OUT as Godmother.  Replacement named Disney OUT on Australia Large Carnival ship to do shorter sailings Much Much More Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

45 min
Aug 13, 2025
Wild Wednesday Cruise Deals 08.13.25

Another week of Wild and Whacky Wednesday Cruise Deals with Tommy and Sandy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

45 min
Aug 11, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 019

Another wacky week in cruising.  Always Be Booked/Shots Across the Bow cruise podcast host Tommy Casabona covers the following topics Norwegian to add Vibe Beach Club to older ships A Drunk 18-year-old jumps overboard More fights at Carnival Cruise terminals A ship and terminal are evacuated due to a threat The Battle of Little Stirrup Cay Prices for the group cruise are going down Much More Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

53 min
Aug 5, 2025
Listener Emails 08/05/25

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, host Tommy Casabona covers a power outage at sea, Norwegians Great Stirrup upgrade, a sad departer of a classic ship, your emails and much much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

57 min
Aug 1, 2025
Boat Drinks and Emails

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, host Tommy Casabona gives his thoughts on his upcoming Pirates and Pier Runners cruise while giving himself a few reminders on how to best enjoy it.  He also dips into the mailbag and reads your questions and comments.  Be a part of the show and email [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

48 min
Jul 30, 2025
Wild Wednesday Cruise Deals 07.30.25

Another week of interesting cruise deals with Tommy Casabona and Sandy Beaches on the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

29 min
Jul 28, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 017

Quick little check-in for some shots across the bow. Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast host checks in with some news about some sad and horrific acts that have been discussed lately Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

44 min
Jul 23, 2025
Wild Wednesday Cruise Deals 07.23.25

Another Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast episode featuring host Tommy Casabona and Sandy Beaches featuring some interesting cruise deals available right now Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

36 min
Jul 22, 2025
Listener Emails 010

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise podcast, host Tommy Casabona reads your emails live on air. If you would like to be a part of the show, send any questions, comments, concerns or corrections to [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

45 min
Jul 21, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 016

Another Shots Across the Bow episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode we cover Celebration Key's inaugural call by Carnival Vista Royal Caribbean conquers Mexican territory Pre-order your coffee Is Titanic 2 really about to be built? The Big Easy gets bigger for Carnival Royal Caribbean ship plumbing gets tested much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49 min
Jul 17, 2025
Thursday Conversation- Mike The Nauti Cruiser

Welcome back to the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast. Host Tommy Casabona catches up with Mike Gormley of "The Nauti Cruiser" for a Thursday Conversation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

39 min
Jul 16, 2025
Wild Wednesday Cruise Deals 07.16.25

Get ready for another Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast episode featuring host Tommy Casabona and Sandy Beaches. Today the two propose 5 possible options for the next Pirates and Pier Runners group cruise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

39 min
Jul 15, 2025
Listener Emails 009

Your emails are the lifeblood of the show. Be a part of the podcast and email you're questions, comments, and concerns to [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 1 min
Jul 14, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 015

Another Always Be Booked, "Shots Across the Bow" cruise podcast episode with your host Tommy Casabona.  In this episode Tommy Covers: A new ship from Royal Caribbean A Central Park story we simply couldn't duck Multiple cruise ships losing power Celebration Key inaugural sailing launches Much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr
Jul 10, 2025
Thursday Conversation: Alana/Carnival Problems

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, Tommy Casabona catches up with friend and listener Alana as they dive into some of the challenges facing Carnival Cruise line Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

48 min
Jul 9, 2025
Wild Wednesday Cruise Deals 07.08.25

The return of Sandy Beaches and her Top 5 interesting cruise deals on the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

47 min
Jul 8, 2025
Emails 008

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, host Tommy Casabona answers your emails Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

54 min
Jul 7, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 014

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, host Tommy Casabona covers the following Tragedy for a hiker in Alaska Daddy daughter in the water P and O lawsuit Cruise port tax increases John Heald check Carnival chaos marches on much much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr
Jul 2, 2025
Thursday Conversation: Return of Steph

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise podcast, its a Thursday Conversation with listener and regular contributor Stephanie Nelan. The topics are the Netflix documentary "The Poop Cruise," and some thoughts regarding Carnival's new rewards program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 3 min
Jun 30, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 013

Another Always Be Booked. Shots across the bow with your host Tommy Casabona with the latest cruise news and your emails.  In this episode we cover P&O Charging for the kids club? Disney hiking up their specialty dining $ A "not so smart" jewel theif Carnival banning rap music Your emails and much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 12 min
Jun 23, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 012

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, host Tommy Casabona dives into the following topics Margaritaville at Sea with a new ships, new home port and new incentives for travel agents Whats going on with Perfect Day Mexico A breakdown and reaction to the new Carnival Cruise Line loyalty program Your emails Much Much More Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 12 min
Jun 16, 2025
Emails 007

In this episode, Tommy covers Bachelor Party Group Cruises Content Creators Get Banned Carnival Officials Using "Foul Language" Inventive Cruising Toiletries Much, Much More Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 23 min
Jun 9, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 011

In this episode we cover.. new taxation from the Bahamas a "Supreme" announcement about Royal Caribbean's "Star of the Seas" A legendary cruise executive retires...for real this time Carnival releases its new commandments much, much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr
Jun 2, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 010

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast host Tommy Casabona covers the following topics Two passengers end up in the water while trying to walk across the gangway Royal Caribbean is adding more sailings for Star of the Seas Is Carnival right to issue the "Death Penalty" to a TikTokker? Waterbrawl at Perfect Day MSC STILL seeking world domination much, much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

57 min
May 26, 2025
Shots Across the Bow 009

In this episode of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast, host Tommy Casabon dives into the following topics Carnival continues to be at odds with its passengers Royal Caribbean goes back to its overbooking ways Rest in Peace to Captain Michele Bartolomei Best cruise line to work for, for recent grads Adults only gambling cruises much much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr
May 19, 2025
Shot Across the Bow 008

Just like the regular news, the cruise stories seem to be getting stranger and stranger each week Updated info on Royal Caribbean's Perfect Day in Mexico Another Bonnie and Clyde in Italy Aussie wants a better view of Carnival Adventure Carnival Paradise plays the hero Are Myan spirit rituals safe? Much More Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

44 min
May 15, 2025
Listener Emails 05/15/25

Another email edition of the Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast with your host Tommy Casabona. To be a part of the show hit us up at [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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