Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips
Doug ParkerDoug Parker gives weekly cruise news, ship reviews, money saving tips, answers your travel questions, and helps you make the most of your cruise vacation.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 1090 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelSociety & Culture | |||
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Latest Episodes
A 2026 review of MSC Seashore.
Staff writer Richard Simms joins us with cruise news, including MSC Poesia's detention in Miami, Emerald Princess failing a CDC sanitation inspection, Carnival's new prepaid gratuity stickers, fleet changes in Austra... more
A 2026 review of Voyager of the Seas.
Staff writer Richard Simms joins us with cruise news, including Villa Vie Odyssey suspending operations in Cambodia, a cruise ship collision in Germany, Carnival expanding its adults-only casino sailings, crui... more
A review of Carnival Jubilee in 2026.
Dan Skilken, president of TripInsurance.com, joins us to answer listener questions about travel insurance and common cruise disruptions. We discuss canceled sailings due to mechanical problems, cruise delays, ... more
A review of Norwegian Aqua.
Staff writer Richard Simms joins us with cruise news, including a Royal Caribbean passenger rescued after nearly 20 hours at sea, Norwegian Cruise Line adding early sailings for Norwegian Aura, new details about the Roya... more
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- Great Pod!
I am taking my first Cruise on Ovation of the Seas this podcast really helped me to find the perfect cruise ship, keep up the good work! PS Can you do a full review on a 7 night one way Alaska cruise on Ovation? Vancouver to the Gulf of Alaska?
Apple Podcasts5Rambowsnuffuluffagus
Canada4 months ago - FOR ALL LEVELS OF CRUISER
A must listen to even if you are an experienced cruiser. You will learn information that you may be unaware about even if you feel that you are familiar with a particular cruise line or ship. The additional general information is also great. I am so glad that I clicked on this. It’s now one of my new follows!
Apple Podcasts5RobLyn40
United Statesa year ago - Doug is on Mount Rushmore of cruise content creators!
Doug (along with staff writer, Richard) are absolute, consummate professionals and the most trusted source of cruise news and ship reviews. He along with Tony from La Lido Loca, Sherri from CruiseTipsTV, and Emma from Emma Cruises are the 4 I would have on the “Cruise Content Creators of Mt Rushmore”.
Apple Podcasts5francospaghettioUnited Statesa year ago - Best Cruise Pod By Far!!!
This Pod cast the number one for cruise info bar none!!
Doug’s interviews are consistent, Great fun and informative. Questions like “kerb to ship” and “smoke in the casino” make Doug’s interviews constantly informative. A must for any one going on a cruise.
Staff writer Richard great fun and great banter between Doug & Richard always.
Production is always Professional.
Continued success to you Doug!
Apple Podcasts5Rory Conway
United Kingdoma year ago - The OG Cruisecast
Doug has evolved into a great interviewer- expands on guests’ answers, pivots conversations well, and provides his opinions without stepping on the guest. But Richard may be the true star of the show- his reporting of the news is funny, quick, and informative.
Apple Podcasts5AshiGarumaUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #14 | United States/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #7 | Canada/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #44 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #32 |  Australia/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #249 |  Italy/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #3 |  Argentina/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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This show delivers weekly cruise news, ship reviews, and practical tips for maximizing value on a wide range of itineraries. A core strength is pairing industry updates with first-hand guest experiences—from cruisers and travel pros to line representatives—giving listeners actionable planning advice, budgeting insights, and ship-by-ship evaluations. Noteworthy is the consistent mix of practical takeaways (insurance, excursions, onboard dining, promotions) with in-depth ship deep-dives, making it valuable for prospective cruisers and industry watchers alike.
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1. CruiseTipsTV Unplugged - Cruise Tips and More
2. Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast
3. Cruise Conversations Podcast
4. Cruise News Today
5. DCL Podcast
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Richard Simms
2. Dan Skilken
3. Sharon G at Sea
4. John Heald
5. Heather Hussie
6. Daniel (Explora One reviewer from Explora Journeys)
7. Tim from Fargo
8. Ashley Kishulic
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