We get a review of Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Vista. This sailing was an eight-night Southern Caribbean cruise out of Miami, Florida. Ports of call included Grand Turk, Dominican Republic, Curacao, and Aruba. 

Stewart has cruise news on: 

• Royal Caribbean gratuity increase
• MSC star-studded christening 
• Carnival expands their easy-pay program 
• Norwegian unveils new app 
• What should we look for in 2018?

Listener Question: How do I know what cruise will have fewer kids, is it the cruise line itself, the ship, or the time of year? David, CA   Comments or suggestions? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net