In this episode, we each recall the moment we fell in love with cruising — and the journey was rather different for both of us. Lorraine was an early and willing convert; the romance took hold quickly. Dave, by contrast, had to work through a number of long-held preconceptions about the industry before the feeling truly arrived.

We share the cruise lines we hold in genuine affection, offer a few names, and speak honestly about why cruising — much like a box of fine chocolates — really does offer something for everyone. Large ships, small ships, expedition vessels, river cruises, and those intimate small ships that offer something entirely their own.

And naturally, a Valentine's Day episode would not be complete without the personal questions. Have we found ourselves moved by a moment at sea? A quiet, unexpected hour aboard that still lingers? A memory the ocean gave us that we have not quite let go of? We share all of it — because cruising has a particular gift for producing moments you did not plan for and never quite forget.