Cruises, Con Artists, and Calabria

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In this lively episode of Travel Tuesday, Kevin McCullough and Linda Perillo kick things off with a bang—literally—recapping July 4th celebrations and teasing Linda’s upcoming book, hilariously titled Your Payment Method Has Been Declined. Kevin shares his patriotic newsletter “That Passport Life,” featuring top spots to celebrate Independence Day, while Linda promises laughs and surprises in her memoir.

The duo dives into America’s 250th birthday bash, including a star-spangled cruise launching from Boston in 2026. With stops across historic U.S. cities and even Canada (eh?), it’s a floating history lesson with a buffet. Kevin and Linda agree: it’s a clever way to celebrate freedom—preferably with air conditioning.

Speaking of air conditioning, they introduce their new sponsor, OilFax.com, a site dedicated to defending fossil fuels and promoting “Team Human Flourishing.” Kevin passionately argues that fossil fuels have saved lives and made modern comforts possible—cue the climate change debate with a patriotic twist.

Then it’s overboard—literally—as they recount a dramatic rescue on a Disney cruise where a father jumped in to save his daughter. The conversation turns to cruise safety, muster stations, and the sheer miracle of being found in open water. Linda, a cruise aficionado, shares her own tips (hint: stay away from the railings).

Finally, they wrap up with tales of Italian escapes—from the Pope’s summer retreat in Castel Gandolfo to a Syracuse couple who bought a one-euro home in Calabria. With humor, heart, and a dash of wanderlust, Kevin and Linda prove once again that travel isn’t just about the destination—it’s about the stories you collect along the way.