Welcome to Small Ship Cruise Talk, your go-to podcast—and the only podcast of its kind —for all things small ship cruising ! Whether you're curious about river cruises, yacht cruises, expedition cruises, barge cruises , or ship-within-a-ship experiences on larger vessels, we, Dan and Mikkel, of the esteemed small ship cruise website Sometimes Sailing, have you covered. Ever wondered what it’s like to sail on a ship with just four passengers ...or 150? Want to know how to budget for a small ship cruise and what the actual costs are? Do we give small ship cruise food a thumbs up or thumbs down? Find out all that and more, like what kinds of ports small ships go to and what packing essentials we recommend, along with valuable small ship cruise travel planning tips. Each episode delivers concise, value-packed insights to help you easily navigate the world of luxury, adventure, and intimate cruising. Join us as we dive into real
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Welcome to Small Ship Cruise Talk, your go-to podcast, and the only podcast of its kind, for all things small ship cruising! Whether you're curious about river cruises, yacht cruises, expedition cruises, barge cruises, or ship-within-a-ship experiences on larger vessels, we, Dan and Mikkel, of the esteemed small ship cruise website Sometimes Sailing, have you covered.
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Recent episodes include "Adventures by Disney on a River Cruise: Big Ship DCL Fans Go Small" (21 October 2026, 36 minutes), "Cruise Port of Bergen: The Epic Things to Do & Know if You Only Have 2 Days (or Less)" (7 October 2026, 33 minutes), and "Norway Coastal Cruise with Havila Voyages: Southbound from Kirkenes to Bergen" (23 September 2026, 69 minutes).
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Small Ship Cruise Talk: River Cruises, Yacht, Barge and Expedition Cruising Tips & Travel Planning Advice publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 30 minutes across 81 episodes.
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Adventures by Disney on a River Cruise: Big Ship DCL Fans Go Small
Oct 21, 202636 min
What happens when die-hard Disney Cruise Line fans trade the resort at sea for a river cruise ship? We’re joined by Tracy and Michael Ondrejko, who know Disney at 4,000-passenger scale and have sailed nearly every...
Cruise Port of Bergen: The Epic Things to Do & Know if You Only Have 2 Days (or Less)
Oct 7, 202633 min
Bergen is one of the easiest cruise ports in Norway to explore on your own, and even if you only have two days, we're showing you exactly how to make the most of your time here. We walk you through where Viking and...
Norway Coastal Cruise with Havila Voyages: Southbound from Kirkenes to Bergen
Sep 23, 20261h 9m
Thinking about a cruise along Norway’s coast with Havila Voyages? We spent six days sailing southbound from Kirkenes to Bergen aboard Havila Pollux, and we're sharing everything we wish we'd known before we sailed. It's...
The Only Travel Adapters You'll Ever Need for Cruise & Land
Aug 26, 202625 min
Ask a question or send fan mail. Forgetting a travel adapter can turn "Let's go see Buckingham Palace" into "Where's the nearest electronics store?" ‼️ We know, because it happened to us. ‼️ Let’s talk about the travel...
How to Surprise Someone with a Cruise: 17 Creative Ideas to Elevate the Gift of Travel
Aug 12, 202621 min
Ask a question or send fan mail. Surprising someone with a cruise takes more than just booking the trip; the reveal is where the magic happens. We're walking you through 17 creative ways to announce a cruise, from...
The coastal drive we planned before and after our Maine Windjammer Cruise was worth the trip! We're breaking down our full pre- and post-cruise road trip, from flying into Portland (including the vital tip about booking...
Bonus: Historic Maritime Event Recap from Sail4th 250 in NYC
Jul 10, 20268 min
Join us for a lively recap of the 🇺🇸 July 4th celebrations in New York City, as seen from Governors Island and at home, focusing on the historic maritime events, the Parade of Sail, and the significance of waterway...
How to Budget and Save for a Cruise in a Year (or Less) with Danielle Corbett
Jul 1, 202636 min
⚓️ Dreaming of a cruise but not sure how to make it happen financially? 💭 That dream cruise doesn't have to stay a dream. We sit down with Danielle Desir Corbett of The Thought Card to break down a realistic...
Cruising the Southeast Sea Islands on American Cruise Lines
Jun 17, 202638 min
We're taking you aboard American Cruise Lines' Southeast Sea Islands itinerary — a nine-day, eight-night coastal cruise through the Intracoastal Waterway on a brand-new coastal catamaran, the American Liberty. If you've...
Small Ship Cruise Talk: River Cruises, Yacht, Barge and Expedition Cruising Tips & Travel Planning Advice
Bonus: NYC Sail4th 250, Once-in-a-Lifetime Flotilla featuring Two Historic Maine Windjammer Cruise Ships
Jun 15, 202622 min
🇺🇸 America turns 250 this July 4th, and New York Harbor is throwing the biggest nautical celebration in a generation. We're breaking down everything you need to know about Sail4th 250 — the historic Parade of Sails...
<p>Celebrity River Cruises is making waves before launching, and we're breaking down the four excursion categories that make up their new Destination Discovery program to see if it lives up to the hype.</p><p>We cover...
All About Road Scholar Afloat: A Unique Cruise Travel Program
May 20, 202644 minS0
<p>Curious about <b>Road Scholar</b> travel programs, but not sure if it's right for you? This episode gives you everything you need to know about the <b>cruise</b> trips (called “Afloat” programs) with Road Scholar, a...
Repeating the Same Cruise Itinerary: How to Do It Right
May 6, 202627 minS0
<p>Ever had that pull to go back to a cruise you loved? </p><p>We're breaking down exactly what to consider before you rebook, from choosing the same cruise line vs. switching it up, to how time of year, ports, and even...
Future of River Cruises, Expedition & Yacht Cruising from Seatrade Global Leading Cruise Industry Event
Apr 22, 202634 minS0
<p>The future of cruising is looking bright, and we have the inside scoop straight from Seatrade Miami, the cruise industry's leading global event. In this episode, we share our six biggest takeaways, from the explosive...
Cruise Tours Audio: How We Uplevel with One Simple Tool
Apr 15, 202622 minS0
<p>Ever struggle to hear your tour guide on a shore excursion, or find that uncomfortable single-use earpiece driving you crazy? </p><p>We're breaking down everything you need to know about the #1 listening device for...
Is it Dumb to Take a Boat Excursion During Your Cruise? Pros, Cons & Tips
Apr 8, 202627 minS0
<p>Is it dumb to take a boating excursion during a vacation when you’re already on a cruise? Today, we answer this question with the pros, cons, and things you may not have thought of! Ultimately, we’re going to help...
Part 2: Tennessee Rivers Cruise Excursions, Day-by-Day
Apr 1, 202634 minS0
<p>We’re back with Part 2 of our Tennessee Rivers cruise with American Cruise Lines (ACL)—diving into the ports, excursions, and what surprised us most along the way as we sailed on the Tennessee, Cumberland, and Ohio...
Part 1: Tennessee River Cruise: What to Expect with ACL
Mar 25, 202625 minS0
<p>You’re going to love this two-part series about our Tennessee River cruise with American Cruise Lines from Chattanooga to Nashville!</p><p>We’re talking about the big picture of the experience in Part 1: What a...
How Cruise Sustainability Affects Your Vacation with Joel Balsam
Mar 18, 202631 minS0
<p>We sit down with travel journalist Joel Balsam to explore what sustainability really looks like in cruising today. From Norway’s electric-first mindset to Havila’s hybrid ships powered by biogas and massive battery...
Cruise Packing Hack & Tips: What to Know About Ship Laundry
Mar 11, 202613 minS0
<p>What do you do when you need clean clothes on a cruise? In this episode, we break down the three ways to handle laundry while sailing: self-serve washers and dryers, onboard send-away laundry service, and simple DIY...
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