Old Ships vs. New Ships — Are You Missing Out on the Best Cruise Experiences?
Bigger isn't always better. We filmed this conversation onboard the Norwegian Jewel — an older, smaller ship — and it sparked one of the best debates we've had about how cruisers choose their next sailing. So many of you tell us you only want the newest, biggest ships. And honestly? We get it. Those ships are incredible. But Walter and Tony Barnette of La Lido Loca are making the case that if you're automatically skipping older and smaller ships, you may be leaving some of the best cruise experiences — and the best itineraries — on the table. Here's what we cover: — Why newer, bigger ships can't access some of the world's best ports — The itinerary advantages that come with smaller, older vessels — How pricing often works in your favor on ships that aren't the latest launch — Why cruise lines like Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, Carnival and MSC still sail their older fleets for very good reasons — And why the "newest ship" isn't always the right ship for YOUR cruise This isn't about choosing sides. It's about making sure you're considering every option before you book — because the right ship for you might not be the one everyone's talking about right now. Tony Barnette brings his perspective from @LaLidoLoca , one of the top cruise channels on YouTube with over 300,000 subscribers. Two travel advisors. One great debate. Filmed live onboard the Norwegian Jewel. 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications Ready to find the right ship for your next cruise? 👉 Book your appointment today and let’s design your next cruise the right way. https://www.whereswaltertravel.com/contactus 👉 Come travel with us! Visit our Groups Page and join us for a trip! https://www.whereswaltertravel.com/group-travel