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Cruise Q&A: Japan, MSC Yacht Club, Solo Cruising, Excursions & More!

July 8, 2026·45 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

It's another listener Q&A episode, and you all brought some fantastic questions! I n this episode, I'm answering everything from what to pack for an Antarctica expedition to whether cruise line loyalty programs are really worth it. We also chat about first-time solo cruising on Princess, planning excursions in the Caribbean and Japan, what it's like traveling through Japan if you're tall, and my thoughts on MSC Yacht Club, Holland America's Club Orange, and Virgin Voyages' new Alaska sailings. You'll also hear my recommendations for ports like Key West, Grand Turk, Barbados, Loreto, and La Paz, along with packing tips for a Bahamas cruise, ideas for cruising with teens on Royal Caribbean, and a few of my favorite ways to enjoy sea days when trivia isn't your thing. As always, thanks for sending in such thoughtful questions—and if you'd like your question featured in a future episode, be sure to keep an eye on our CruiseTipsTV Facebook community for the next Q&A post! Shop our favorite cruise essentials on Amazon 👉 Visit our storefront: https://urlgeni.us/amazon/KRMDO Visit us on AmazonLive! https://www.amazon.com/live/cruisetipstv

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