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In this edition of “Our Take on Cruise” Roger Blum and Shannon McKee are obviously getting excited about the upcoming Seatrade Cruise Global. They discuss a new worldwide hub for cruise line headquarters, as well as the upward trend in cruise bookings and the resiliency of cruise lines by moving their assets when markets are […]

It’s our latest “Our Take on Cruise”. Roger Blum and Shannon McKee are discussing “#WAVE” season. This traditional booking season for the cruise industry is not as robust as they had hoped for, but is there a reason? Some say Omicron, others point to what they consider onerous protocols. We disagree. While the protocols look

They are Back!!!! After a short break for the Holidays, Roger Blum and Shannon McKee with “Our Take on Cruise”. But since it’s still January, they want to wish everyone a Happy 2022! There’s so much happening right now. It’s been a rocky start to 2022 for the cruise industry. Certainly not what they imagined,

In this week’s installment of ‘OUR TAKE on CRUISE,’ Roger Blum and Shannon McKee fearlessly address the prevailing concern— the recent incident where a cruise ship returned to New Orleans with 17 cases of Covid onboard. It’s a topic that grabbed national headlines, but rather than dwelling on fear, we emphasize the remarkable #strength and

Join Roger Blum and Shannon McKee where they could See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil!!!! Roger Blum and I were truly fortunate to be part of one of the inaugural events for the MSC Seashore. The ship is undeniably stunning! The cruise industry never fails to deliver the ‘WOW’ factor in their

Get ready for an exciting segment of ‘Our Take on Cruise’ where they dive into the captivating world of #RoyalCaribbean #OdysseyoftheSeas. Roger Blum shares an insightful recap highlighting the love and enthusiasm seen among the crew and travel advisors. Find out more by checking out the video! Shannon McKee and Roger Blum explore the love

Last week, at #CRUISEWORLD, Roger Blum and Shannon McKee delved into the whirlwind of exciting industry updates. From significant shifts at #RoyalCaribbean and #Oceania to the great news for Roger’s client #VisitMobile witnessing the return of Carnival Cruise Line and Shannon’s client Haifa Port Company, welcoming Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. offering homeporting from #Israel,

Exciting news in the latest episode of ‘Our Take on Cruise’! Shannon McKee and Roger Blum discuss the CDC’s acknowledgment of successful cruise line protocols extension until January. Additionally, they’re thrilled about the long-awaited official naming ceremonies for ships launched during the pause. The positivity is palpable as inaugurals are in full swing, signaling a

Roger Blum and Shannon McKee are excited to present their latest ‘Our Take on Cruise’ episode, where they discuss the recent Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association conference and its focus on ‘bubble excursions.’ They aim to keep their discussions specific and engaging, ensuring each topic gets the attention it deserves. As the cruise conference season continues, they’re

“Roger Blum and Shannon McKee are thrilled to extend their Seatrade Cruise video, to a new video series, “Our Take on Cruise. With Shannon’s 30 years of industry experience and Roger’s extensive tenure (he won’t reveal the exact years, but it’s a running joke!), they aim to delve into new topics or trends each week