People have been asking me ever since we got home, "Was the Bermuda cruise really that much fun?" The answer is easy. Absolutely!

But what surprised me most had nothing to do with the beaches, the weather, or even the incredible ship.

It Was the People

One of the best parts of the trip was spending an entire week with my son, Brody. Between our busy schedules, uninterrupted time together doesn't happen nearly enough. We explored Bermuda, found some great restaurants, wandered around the island, shot hoops on the sports deck, and even helped him develop his own "review" feature on the morning show.

Those are memories, along with the quality time (away from the show) I spent with Chrissy and her family, that I'll carry with me forever.

Brody and Chrissy share a laugh during the Morning Show broadcast. Photo: Yankee Trails, Brian Cody TSM
Brody and Chrissy share a laugh during the Morning Show broadcast. Photo: Yankee Trails, Brian Cody TSM
Brody and Chrissy share a laugh during the Morning Show broadcast. Photo: Yankee Trails, Brian Cody TSM

Then There's GNAtion

Watching complete strangers become friends over the course of a week was pretty special. We laughed and hung out together, had a few drinks, enjoyed private concerts from Skeeter Creek, and celebrated with one lucky listener after they hit a life-changing jackpot in the casino. (He even insisted on treating us to an upgraded dinner one night!)

Peaceful and stunning view. Photo: Claude Sawyer Photography
Peaceful and stunning view. Photo: Claude Sawyer Photography
Peaceful and stunning view. Photo: Claude Sawyer Photography

By the end of the cruise, it didn't feel like 250 listeners anymore. It felt like one big family.

That's exactly why Brian & Chrissy's 4th Annual Boot Scootin' Country Cruise is headed back to Bermuda May 1-8, 2027, aboard the beautiful new Norwegian Luna.

The people make the party...and GNAtion is fun as heck!  Photo: Claude Sawyer Photography
The people make the party...and GNAtion is fun as heck!  Photo: Claude Sawyer Photography
The people make the party...and GNAtion is fun as heck!  Photo: Claude Sawyer Photography

Here's What's Included

This 8-day, 7-night vacation includes three full days in Bermuda, beverage and dining packages, prepaid gratuities, Cruise Express transportation from the Capital Region to New York City, a welcome cocktail party, exclusive WGNA giveaways, two private Skeeter Creek Trio concerts (which were another MAJOR highlight for me), and plenty of opportunities to relax, laugh, and make memories with other listeners.

Guests booking balcony cabins or higher also receive internet service and shore excursion credits.

Amazing performers and even better people!  Dave and Renee from Skeeter Creek Photo: Claude Sawyer Photography
Amazing performers and even better people!  Dave and Renee from Skeeter Creek Photo: Claude Sawyer Photography
Amazing performers and even better people!  Dave and Renee from Skeeter Creek Photo: Claude Sawyer Photography

Yes, you'll love Bermuda. Yes, you'll love Norwegian Luna.

Man, Was I Wrong

But if this next trip is anything like the last one, you'll come home talking most about the people you met along the way.  It's crazy to think that a few years ago, I was one of those people who said, "I have zero interest in cruising...it's just not for me."

Man, was I wrong.  Great shows and gaming, awesome food, fun people, friendliest staff I've ever encountered, all while you're relaxing, sipping cold drinks in the sun in Bermuda.  To be honest, it's exactly for me...

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Take a look at some of the packages during the Yankee Trails Cruiseathon and see if it's right for you. If you can make the money right, and the timing works, we'd love to have you join our GNA family next May.

I have a feeling it'll be another trip we'll be talking about for years.

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