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This week on The Lido Loop, we’re diving into the latest cruise and theme park news! Carnival introduces new Fun Packages, makes changes to its drink pricing with a move toward dynamic pricing and shifts two ships out of the Australian market. Are cruise lines making vacations easier to budget for, or are they finding even more ways to charge passengers?

Over in the theme park world, we’re discussing the incident involving Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia and the latest news surrounding Millennium Force at Cedar Point after the...

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The guys are back with another episode of The Lido Loop, and we’re kicking things off with a wild story out of Las Vegas, where a fight breaks out between showgirls and tourists over a $20 tip! Then, we dive into the latest cruise news, including a cruise line offering a season pass, MSC building a brand-new private destination, and a woman being found after spending 20 hours at sea.

In theme park news, Stardust Racers at Universal Epic Universe is facing a new lawsuit, Walt Disney World raises ticket prices again wi...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a brand-new episode of The Lido Loop.

In cruise news, Royal Caribbean buys a 50% share of a popular resort brand and has announced something that will make pineapple fans thrilled.  The guys also break down what to do when a slot machine is "too hot"; stay tuned for that. 

On the theme park side of things, Six Flags Magic Mountain decides on the future of X2, and yet another guest jumps out of their log on Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Disneyland. Finally, Jack an...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a brand-new episode of The Lido Loop. 

This week, the guys break down the latest cruise news, including Victory Casino Cruises pausing operations out of Port Canaveral, Carnival changing its payment dates and a waterspout coming dangerously close to the Carnival Magic. 

Jesse returns for his voyage on the Carnival Jubilee to review his "favorite ship" and break down all of the fun activities he did while on board.

From amazing entertainment to gourmet meals, the guys will tell you everything yo...

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This week on The Lido Loop, we’ve got plenty of cruise and theme park news to dive into!

Cruise News: Carnival Jubilee is set to begin offering shorter sailings in 2028, while the Port of San Diego has some major expansion plans that could significantly change the cruise experience there.

Theme Park News: COTALAND is officially set to open in Austin on September 26, bringing a brand-new theme park experience to Texas. Universal Studios Hollywood is ramping up marketing for its upcoming Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift ro...

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The Lido Loop is back with another episode packed with cruise and theme park news!

On the cruise side, Margaritaville announces a brand-new ship coming to Galveston, while Carnival’s Tropicale is now available to book for its upcoming Galveston sailings. With even more ships entering the market, we ask the question: Are cruise lines building too many ships?

Then, we head to the theme parks! Six Flags makes a major purchase involving Air Force One, and things literally go up in flames at Universal’s Islands of Adventure when...

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The Lido Loop is back with a new episode!

This week in cruise news, Carnival rolls out its new rewards program. Jack and Jesse break down the pros and cons of this loyalty program and discuss whether it’s better or worse than the original system. Margaritaville now offers a new deal through its casino offerings, and Hero of the Sea has named its next chief dog officer. To wrap up the cruise news, the guys break down NCL’s newest water park, Great Tides Park, and discuss if it’s worth...

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This week on the Lido Loop Podcast, Jack and Jesse are diving into the latest news from the worlds of cruising, theme parks, travel, and casinos.

In cruise news, a brand-new cruise line could be headed to Galveston, Carnival’s new loyalty program is getting ready to roll out, and Philadelphia is officially getting a permanent cruise port.

Over in the theme park world, Dollywood experiences unusually high-ticket demand and website issues following the passing of Dolly Parton. Plus, we have construction updates from Islands of Adventure and Epic Un...

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This week on the Lido Loop Podcast, we’re diving into the latest cruise, theme park, and travel news!

In cruise news, is Carnival’s famous Elegant Night starting to disappear on some sailings? Princess Cruises is making changes to its deposit requirements and final payment dates, and we’ll talk about a cruise ship that had to make a last-second maneuver to avoid trouble.

Over in the theme park world, Six Flags announces a lineup of horror-themed attractions, including one inspired by Final Destination—which feels pretty fitting! Plus, a...

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Lido Loop Podcast – Cruise, Theme Park & Travel News! 

It’s another packed episode of the Lido Loop Podcast! This week, we’re diving into the latest cruise, theme park, and travel news you need to know.

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Jack and Jesse are back with another packed episode of the Lido Loop Podcast, bringing you the latest news from the world of cruising and theme parks!

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🚢 Lido Loop Podcast: Cruising During Hurricane Season!

 Welcome back to another episode of the Lido Loop Podcast! This week, Jack and Jesse are diving into all things cruising, from the little details you may have never thought about to the big decisions that can make or break your vacation. 

 Cruise News: The guys react to a viral video of a Carnival Cruise Line passenger using a fork to scratch the bottom of her foot! Plus, we’ll talk about what you should do with your cruise cards after your sailing...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a brand-new episode of the Lido Loop!

On this week’s show, the guys dive into the latest cruise news, including updates on a potential new cruise terminal coming to Galveston, Royal Caribbean extending its decision to skip a popular cruise port, and a discussion about Netflix’s new cruise-related show Shipwrecked.

In the theme park and travel news segment, Jack and Jesse discuss Busch Gardens announcing a closure date for Kumba, an incident at Universal Studios that left guests stranded on an attr...

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Jack and Jesse are back for a brand-new episode of the Lido Loop.

On this week’s show, the guys talk about Royal Caribbean launching the “find my kid” feature in their app, then talk about a principal in the United Kingdom getting in trouble for changing the school calendar to better accommodate her upcoming cruise. Finally, they break down Carnival’s announcement of a new class of ship coming as early as 2029.

On the theme park/travel side of things,

A Delta Air Lines executive made headline...

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Welcome back to the Lido Loop Podcast! This week, we kick things off with an incredible travel story after a lucky traveler turned a layover at the Las Vegas airport into a life-changing $3.3 million jackpot on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine. 

Then we dive into the latest cruise news, including a guest making a major art purchase at sea, Celebration Key receiving another upgrade and what it means for the Cruise Legend app, and Carnival rolling out its new milestone rewards program. 

We also co...

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This week on the Lido Loop Podcast, Jack and Jesse will talk the latest news from the cruise and theme park industries before diving into one of our biggest discussion topics yet.

In cruise news, the guys break down Carnival’s new rewards program and how it's impacting the company’s financial performance. They will talk about Royal Caribbean's Legend of the Seas is set to begin its inaugural voyage on June 29th, and Carnival introduces a limited-edition bourbon for cruise fans and give their best guesses as what will it tast...

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This week on Lido Loop, Jack and Jesse break down the latest cruise and theme park news before diving into a special Cruise FAQ’s and Listener Questions segment.

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Welcome back to the Lido Loop Podcast! This week, Jack and Jesse break down the latest news from the cruise and theme park industries.

In cruise news, we discuss how much money Royal Caribbean actually makes per passenger ticket—and the numbers may surprise you. We also take a look at Carnival’s upcoming Sail & Sign changes, rumors that Perfect Day Mexico could be getting new additions, and Carnival’s continued rollout of new dining options across its fleet.

On the theme park side, we cover a rough week for ri...

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This week on The Lido Loop, we discuss several major stories from the cruise industry, including upgrades coming to Relax Away, Half Moon Cay, MSC Cruises’ quiet removal of drink package limits, and the possibility that a mile-long cruise ship could one day become a reality. 

We also cover the latest theme park news, including new details about Universal’s upcoming theme park in the United Kingdom, additional information surrounding the extended stoppage of the Iron Shark roller coaster, and a friendly NBA Finals wager between Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Six F...

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This week on Lido Loop, we dive into the latest developments from the cruise and theme park industries.

In cruise news, we discuss the announced opening date for the new water park at Norwegian Cruise Line’s private destination, a lawsuit filed against Carnival after a guest allegedly suffered burns from hot deck surfaces, Royal Caribbean’s crackdown on stateroom door decorations, Carnival’s latest data breach concerns, and new enforcement efforts regarding food being brought into cruise ship staterooms.

On the theme park side, we cover Universal’s decision...

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Welcome back to the Lido Loop! This week we’re diving into the biggest cruise and theme park headlines making waves across the industry. We break down the growing controversy surrounding cruise chair hogs and the lawsuit that could change pool deck policies forever, plus why Royal Caribbean’s “Perfect Day Mexico” project may be hitting major roadblocks. Carnival is making moves too, with upgrades coming to one of their private beach destinations and a brand-new security seal being added fleetwide across all Carnival ships except two and a certain state has something to do wi...

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Welcome aboard the Lido Loop! This week, Jack and Jesse break down the latest cruise and theme park news making waves across the industry.

In cruise news, they discuss the tragic death of a passenger at Celebration Key, Carnival Cruise Line canceling select bookings, and some brand-new menu items coming to Carnival ships.

Over in the theme park world, Disney unveils new Muppets animatronics for Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets, announces a new American-themed experience for Soarin’ Around the World, and Fiesta Texas teases another new prop connec...

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Welcome back to Lido Loop! In this May 9, 2026 episode, we’re covering the latest theme park and cruise news making waves across the industry.

This week in cruise news, Carnival Cruise Line guests will soon need to sign up for a brand-new rewards program, Disney Cruise Line faces headlines after a cruise was canceled after passengers had already boarded, and Royal Caribbean has revealed fresh details about its next class of ships. Plus, if you’re sailing to the Bahamas, there’s an important alcohol policy change taking effect May 12...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a brand-new episode of The Lido Loop!

This week, the show kicks off with the breaking news that Spirit Airlines ceased operations on May 2. The guys break down what led to the shutdown, what it means for travelers, and how airfare prices could be impacted moving forward.

In cruise news, Jesse covers a wave of major headlines, including a new ship heading to Galveston, Royal Caribbean ordering two brand-new vessels, two influencers being banned by a cruise line following a negative review, and...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a brand new episode of The Lido Loop, diving into the latest headlines from the worlds of cruising and theme parks.

This week, they unpack a wild story involving a lawsuit against Carnival over alleged over-serving, discuss Philadelphia’s cruise port reopening for the first time in 15 years, and react to a controversial Virgin Voyages reroute that swapped a Bahamas itinerary for Canada—leaving many passengers frustrated.

On the theme park side, Disney makes waves with the official opening date for the new Rock...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a brand new episode of The Lido Loop, bringing you the latest updates from the world of cruising and theme parks.

In cruise news, Carnival has unveiled a brand-new adults-only cruise concept that’s already generating mixed guest feedback. Meanwhile, several cruise lines are canceling visits to Alaska’s Tracy Arm Fjord, and Carnival reports a seemingly impressive 85% booking rate through the rest of 2026, but could those number be deceiving?

Over in theme park news, Magic Kingdom has reopened Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger...

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Set sail with Jack and Jesse on another episode of Lido Loop, where cruise news, theme park updates and travel tips collide!

This week, the duo dives into some wild April Fools’ Day antics from the cruise industry—like rumors of a secret speakeasy hidden inside Carnival ship funnels and MSC’s over-the-top new ocean-run obstacle course. Plus, they break down Royal Caribbean’s latest ship announcement, Hero of the Sea, and react to a jaw-dropping story about an engagement gone wrong aboard a Carnival cruise.

Over in the theme pa...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a brand new episode of The Lido Loop Podcast!

In this week's episode, the guys break down Elliott Investment Management's shake-up of Norwegian Cruise Line and what could come with those changes, including adjusting their drink package policy. Also, the Carnival Dream is back after being in a dry dock for a 16-day refurbishment, and the guys react to a crazy fake overboard story that happened on a Royal Caribbean ship.

In theme park news, Disney closed one of its parks in Paris...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a brand new episode of The Lido Loop Podcast!

In cruise news, the guys break down a new paid experience from Norwegian Cruise Line that might feel a bit overpriced, while Carnival rolls out a brand-new express dining option. Plus, it looks like Tampa may no longer be getting its long-anticipated second cruise port.

Over on the theme park side, Six Flags Over Texas introduces a new chaperone policy while also dealing with heavy spring break crowds, and SeaWorld makes headlines for both...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a brand-new episode of The Lido Loop.

In cruise news, Mexico has reopened all of its cruise ports after a brief closure. The guys also discuss a recent norovirus outbreak on a cruise ship, and Jesse breaks down the new rewards offered with the Carnival credit card.

On the theme park side, Universal has revealed test footage of their brand-new Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift roller coaster opening this summer, along with announcing a limited-time Yoshi meet-and-greet. Meanwhile, Six Flags has announced the sale...

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Jack and Jesse are back to break down the latest cruise and theme park headlines. Plus, a fresh trip report you won’t want to miss.

On the cruise side, Carnival Cruise Line temporarily halts sailings to a popular Mexican port, Royal Caribbean rolls out higher soda prices for guests, and the guys dive into the big question: could Disney Cruise Line be eyeing another cruise line acquisition?

In theme park news, Busch Gardens sparks debate by charging for mandatory lockers, LEGOLAND reveals a brand-new Space Mountain–style coaster, and...

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Jack and Jesse are back with a fresh episode of The Lido Loop!

This week in cruise news, the guys break down rumors of major changes coming to Norwegian Cruise Line, discuss Carnival being sued over a waterslide incident, and react to a surprising cruise line setting a new record at sea

In theme park news, they cover the latest updates from Six Flags Over Texas, unpack Universal’s shift on expansion plans, and talk about Disneyland keeping Monsters, Inc. Mike and Sully to the Rescue! open for another ye...

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This week, Jack and Jesse dive into the biggest cruise headlines making waves across the industry. From Carnival’s unexpected tech malfunction to Disney launching Marvel-themed sailings out of Galveston, there’s plenty to unpack—plus Norwegian Cruise Line makes a surprising reversal on its dress code policy

In theme park news, Universal debuts a brand-new museum exhibit in Philadelphia, Six Flags announces five new rides opening this year, and Six Flags Fiesta Texas teases an all-new attraction planned for 2027.

To close out the episode, producer Aliana joins the show t...

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Jack and Jesse break down the latest cruise news, including Carnival and Margaritaville's gratuity price increases, the story of a woman who sold her house to live full-time on a cruise ship, and the arrest of a suspect in the Anna Kippner case.

In theme park news, Disney announces its new CEO, Universal Japan opens a brand-new Zedd-inspired ride, and Six Flags rolls out a new geography-based annual pass program. Plus, the guys share their firsthand breakdown of what it’s really like cruising out of Galveston.

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Jesse and Jack break down the biggest cruise and theme park headlines of the week. They dive into Royal Caribbean confirming a brand-new class of ships, controversy surrounding an autistic guest being removed from a Celebrity Cruises ship, and delays to Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day Mexico. Plus, both Disney and Universal were forced to close attractions during the recent winter freeze. To wrap it up, Jesse shares a full review of his recent sailing aboard MSC Seascape.

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Jack and Jesse dive into the latest cruise and theme park news! From new U.S. cruise ports, Mexico’s vape ban, Royal Caribbean announced a new Icon Class ship. Plus, Disney closes a beloved attraction, Universal shuts down a not-so-loved ride but opens a brand-new roller coaster, and Jesse previews his upcoming MSC Seascape cruise.

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This week we’re covering major cruise and theme park news! We talk about a new port opening in the Bahamas, Galveston receiving grants to upgrade its port, and Royal Caribbean making changes to their rewards program. Universal is teasing a possible new Fast & the Furious ride theme, and Patty wraps things up with a review of her recent cruise aboard the Disney Magic. 🚢✨

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On this week’s episode, Jack and Jesse break down the latest cruise news, dive into the surprising closure of a major attraction at Islands of Adventure and take an in-depth look at a potential new cruise line coming to the U.S. in the near future—one that could seriously challenge Disney in the family cruise market.

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Episode 1 of Lido Loop starts with Jack and Jesse tackling the latest cruise news before taking a victory lap through 2025’s most talked-about cruise and theme park moments—good, bad, and unforgettable.

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