Always Be Booked Cruise Podcast

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Always Be Booked is an off beat, irreverent look into all things related to cruising. Host Tommy Casabona gives honest reviews, tips, industry news and his overall unique take on cruising

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  • NauticalNurseNancy
    I love Tommy’s style!
    Thank you for helping me to find out how to do a review from my iPhone! I cannot believe how difficult it was to find this review area. I am an avid cruise addict and I Al ways enjoy listening to your fun Podcast!
  • Not At Odds
    Great podcast
    I have been listening from the start. Love it when the show veers from cruising. Spent many hours plowing snow while listening to many of your antics. Ken from Michigan
  • Black & Gold1
    The greatest cruise ship podcast
    I’m so glad Tommy is back with his regular shows! Do yourself a favor and if you like, cruising you’ll love his podcast. Thanks, Tommy.
  • LisaContreras808
    Better than Ever!!
    Sharing cruise expertise and gets real.
  • Teachmahj
    Welcome back
    So enjoyable. Missed you.
  • Pascualuzzo
    ABB pod cast
    Great and unique alternative to cruise pod cast. Tommy brings a different and down to earth perspective on this genera. Keep it going there’s lots of us that appreciate your outlook on things!!
  • Tortuga Ise
    Thank you
    Tommy, thank you for an excellent podcast. I just discovered cruising, and you helped me learn a lot about the whole world of it. Please know that this podcast was so helpful to me. Take care!
  • ShomboMcGoo
    Bon Voyage
    A sad day. You’ll truly be missed, Tommy. This podcast was a bright spot to my week. Thank you for all of the laughs and helpful cruise information over the years. See you on the high seas. Boat drinks.
  • Cruiser From Georgia
    All over the place
    A very unfocused podcast. The host is all over the place. For example for a news item about the rise of ships using New Orleans as a home port he went on a 10 minute tangent about a friend from New Orleans and their relationship. Finally he got to the 30 seconds news item. Painful. He needs notes for himself and needs to stay on track.
  • Charles Sl_ck
    Great podcast
    Tommy is the man. Love the personal antidotes. Super.
  • Dkshsuahdhdl
    My favorite daily listen
    Tommy puts on a show that brings a high level of entertainment to the cruise podcast market. His straight forward, tell it like it is attitude, lets the listeners get an honest opinion from a cruise junkie. His banter, tangents, and stories are epic. Do yourself a favor and go back and listen to the show over the years - and even better - SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON! Here, you can get a daily episode into everything from cruises, the bar industry, life in Florida, and so many crazy stories that are worth the price alone. Join the FB Community to carry it all on, and engage. Bottom line - it’s a great podcast, and having Ryan join the weekly podcast recently brings a whole new set of eyes, stories, and high level of information.
  • Griffinjamison
    Not what it used to be...
    Can't say I'm a fan of the new co-host Ryan Q. Zero energy...hard listen unfortunately
  • TomTurkToledo
    Tommy’s back…again!
    I hope AC is treating you well. Congrats on your new position. I’m so happy to see a new episode posted! As a Long Island native living in the Midwest, I love the way your melodious accent hits my eardrums. Your smart takes on the cruise industry are unique, informative and hilarious; your show cuts through the overabundance of white noise in the podcast universe. Thanks for being you. Boat drinks!
  • Muagypsygirl
    Great cruise info!
    Always looking for cruise podcasts turned off by so many. But ABB- loved!! His story of his top 5 sailings and his subsequent stories surrounding them was the best podcast I’ve heard in a long time. Didn’t like the end of the podcast where you’re taking a step back to do other things 😔 Good luck to you 😊
  • Cnetjen
    Entertaining and Knowledgable
    Tommy is always entertaining and so knowledgable about everything cruising. It’s definitely worth a listen to gain more information!
  • Stosto52
    Pure Cruise Bliss
    Great job Tommy. Boat drink for all
  • Charles Haun
    Required listening
    Always Be Booked may not be your typical cruise podcast but it’s well worth a listen. Some of the best is when Tommy gets off topic for a bit. He has a wealth of knowledge. You will always get a honest and non bias opinion. He is helpful with all your questions.
  • davikabo
    GREAT PODCAST Tommy!!!
    The ABB podcast may be an acquired taste but I’ve been hooked since I started listening to it a few weeks ago. As an avid cruiser, I spend my days listening to Doug, Don, Jay, Tony, EECC and now ABB podcasts. I caught Tommy on Doug’s podcast a few months ago when he was talking about St. Thomas. I subscribed to the ABB podcast at that time and have been hooked ever since. Guilty pleasure: I am now listening to back ABB podcasts from days gone by. I’m now working backwards and am now at episode 185. It’s a work in progress but I don’t plan on stopping until I reach the very first episode. Thank you Tommy for all you do and the best of luck in the future! Keep up the great work pal! David in Orlando
  • ozwaldthedog
    Love the show!!
    Tommy is the best! His love for cruising is infectious.
  • mega cone jon
    Amazing podcast!
    Enjoy the entertaining conversations on cruising and whatever comes to Tommy’s mind. Started listening in April and it’s now my favorite podcast and Patreon. If you like cruising and have a sense of humor, this is your podcast.
  • Kraig from Brooklyn, NY
    2.Bro!!!
    Tommy, you are the King of Comebacks! If you have not gotten into Tommy, you No Worries. You have not missed the boat. 😉 Tommy has a different but highly effective approach to cruising and reporting. His stories can take a turn or two but worth the journey. Being from NYC I can relate to him on many levels but I assure you his qualities go beyond “Fellow New Yorker”. He may have ABB 2.0 but I call it 2.BRO. Thomas, keep killing it!
  • ABC Cruiser
    Tommy, Love your show!
    A real look at cruising from a real working man. Always entertaining, not soft and fuzzy. Always Be Booked!
  • backstreetsbackALLRIGHT
    Love this and I don’t even like cruises
    I have no interest or intention of ever taking a cruise (I get seasick way too easily among other reasons) yet I love this podcast. I love the chit chat, the host keeps it real and honest. It’s fun to listen to and I am not one to listen to podcasts that just, well, babble. But this is different. I can’t articulate why. I don’t even know why or how I found this podcast but it’s one of my favorites. Love the stories, love the banter. Keep it up!
  • DebbieP*
    Tommy brings it!
    This is the podcast that makes my day! Just the right combo of cruise info and keeping-it-real perspectives. Tommy's distinctive personality is thr cherry on top, keeping me excited for each new episode. NEW COMMENT ADDITION - and here in September 2020, Tommy's rocking it on steroids! I never miss an episode - makes my day!
  • Linda Kohl
    Escape from Quarentine
    Tommy- My husband and I enjoy listening to your show. You provided an escape when we were quarantined and my husband was on furlough. You made us laugh when we really needed it. We will keep listening. We look forward to the day when we will cruise again. Keep up the good work. God Bless! Linda & Matt
  • cherisereese222
    Fabulous
    Great content and music!
  • Sandy travels
    Fantastic music and banter
    This is Tommy’s best work. Perfect blend of music and conversations! I think radio stations should grab him!
  • Big Papsmear
    No BS here!
    If you’re looking for a no holds barred look into cruising with an unbelievably charismatic host this is the show for you! Are there tangents? Yes. Are they incredibly entertaining? Absolutely! Tommy’s method is the “not so PC” information about cruising that many other outlets are afraid to tackle or tiptoe around. He’ll shoot you straight and do it in an accurate, entertaining manner. Do yourself a favor and listen to a couple shows, has he likes to say “I’m an acquired taste!” Five Stars all day long!
  • Printer88
    Give it a chance!
    Love this show. Yes it’s a bit of an acquired taste but Tommy is a great guy. I have learned so much about cruising from this podcast and that’s on a be big come June when I take my first cruise!!! So take it from this country boy from TN it’s a fun show.
  • GO4NickAngelo
    Always Fun
    This podcast is like cruising, may not be your thing, but if it is, you’ll love it. It’s always informative and funny. Proud to be a cone!!! It’s like a vacation for your ears!!!
  • Rainy11400
    He's Grown On Me
    I think the first few times that I listened to this podcast, I stopped listening within 10-15 minutes of listening. The tangents and weird topics were just unappealing to me. But what has won me over is an authentic voice that shares his thoughts in the moment. I will have to say that the most recent episode was the most informative podcast. He mentioned so many places that I will need to find an episode page or listen again. Just to be clear, I am known as a direct communicator and very rarely tolerate the story-telling that people employ to explain issues. So, I really mean it when I say he has won me over. He is an acquired taste, so give it a try.
  • white haven parent
    Awesome!!
    Tommy is is a great host who is charismatic and fun to listen to. It is like listening to your buddy that never shuts up about cruising. But in a good way. He doesn’t take it to seriously and has fun with his topics while giving really good information.
  • Lauren's_mommy
    Rambling & Sophomoric
    Podcasts are very lengthy, repetitive and oddly self-centered and critical of other travelers, cruise lines, etc. as opposed to informative. Pronunciations, content and focus seem to be all over the place.
  • Gladesgator
    Irregular and unpredictable
    Seems like a nice fellow and he is entertaining but unlike Doug Parker and Matt Hotchburg the podcast is missing in content and commitment to putting something out on a regular and predictable schedule.
  • Utefanjill
    Good Dude
    Tommy seems like a good guy and while he struggles with reading comprehension 😂 and where he wants to live, he does a fantastic job with this podcast.
  • towergirl111111110
    The Best!
    Hands down my favorite cruising podcast. Tommy is hilarious and not afraid to say whatever he wants!
  • SamsonAgonistes
    Tommy B
    Timmy is a savant. I’m getting cruise quotes from Tommy B on every cruise I take. Tommy speaks his mind with no PC. Keep it up bud. You are informative, educational and inspirational.
  • kes770
    Fun and informative
    Love listening. Tommy is down to earth, easy on the ear, and clearly knowledgeable about the topic.
  • Ceceluv18
    Definitely becoming my fav podcast!!
    Tommy delivers a unique voice to the cruising community and I enjoy every minute!
  • Christie1018
    Always Tommy Time
    Acquired taste is what Tommy likes to say he is but in my opinion he is an informative, funny, great host. I have to get a little “Tommy time” daily, even if I have other podcast that are new to the week.
  • carr0ts
    Favorite cruise show
    I look forward to each new episode
  • MTRogers2
    Super cone!
    Love how Tommy includes a lot of his avid listeners with shout-outs and emails read on the podcast, really makes you feel like your part of the journey.
  • AliKromo
    Tommy is king
    Love the show Tommy! It’s refreshing to have more of a conversation type podcast, where Doug’s is more of a interview and talk. Your personality makes the show!
  • Thurmke
    No new shows for weeks
    Really liked this podcast for some time and it just stopped putting out new episodes 😢
  • Samantha Mogielski
    Love to listen!
    I look forward to listening to this podcast on my way to school everyday! I’m a cruise junkie so listening to cruise talk makes me super happy!
  • MargieMB
    Sorry
    I want to like this pod, but I find it a bit slow and run-on about personal life. If it was tightened up into an hour, I would give it another chance. Maybe it’s really supposed to be about a guy who likes cruising rather than a pod about cruises.
  • TroisChiens
    Fun Listen
    Stumbled upon Tommy on FB and decided to listen to his podcast. This is a super fun podcast to listen to on cruising the big 3 cruiselines. Tommy is always entertaining and his stories and tips about cruising are the best. Makes me want to sign up for one of his group cruises one day:)
  • The Ed Carbine
    The Master of all things
    Grea show Tommy, love your style, love your info!! Don't change a thing!!!
  • yellowjrdog
    Just honest
    I enjoy listening to the pod casts at night Right now in the hospital fighting cancer But it bothers me that Tommy who I believe Could some day have a great future booking guest on cruises I just could not because of his continue use of the word pocket for women Come on we know what you mean so use the word If you can’t be honest with that what can you be honest with
  • Abatt060
    Like listening to a friend
    Love how honest and open Tommy is. I’m an Italian from jersey living in Virginia. When I put Tommy on it’s like listening to my cousin give me cruise advice- I love it! The best part of his podcasts that differs from the others is Tommy’s open and honest opinions and experiences. I feel other podcasts are also very informative but Tommy gives you a real-person account and doesn’t just read advice you can find on the forums out there. Oh and if you hear a siren when you’re listing it’s most likely on Tommy’s end and you are not getting pulled over lol. Got to love NY.
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