PLAY PODCASTS
Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips

Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips

Doug Parker

1,063 episodesEN

Show overview

Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips has been publishing since 2009, and across the 17 years since has built a catalogue of 1,063 episodes. That works out to roughly 550 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 23 min and 39 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Society & Culture show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 5 days ago, with 36 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2020, with 94 episodes published. Published by Doug Parker.

Episodes
1,063
Running
2009–2026 · 17y
Median length
30 min
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

Doug Parker gives weekly cruise news, ship reviews, money saving tips, answers your travel questions, and helps you make the most of your cruise vacation.

Carnival Sunrise Review 2026 | Half Moon Cay & Celebration Key

Jun 28, 202651 min

Icon of the Seas 2026 + Cruise News | Eastern Caribbean Cruise

Jun 25, 202645 min

Marella Voyager 2026 Review | Canary Islands Cruise

Jun 21, 202637 min

Norwegian Luna Caribbean Review 2026 + Cruise News | Norwegian Cruise Line

Jun 18, 202650 min

Majestic Princess Western Caribbean Cruise Review 2026 + Cruise News | Princess Cruises

Jun 11, 202656 min

Celebrity Reflection 2026 Bahamas Review + Cruise Travel Insurance Questions Answered | Celebrity Cruises

Jun 7, 202656 min

Adventure of the Seas 2026 Review, John Heald Interview + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean

Jun 4, 202655 min

Norwegian Gem Bahamas Review 2026 + Cruise News | Norwegian Cruise Line

May 31, 202652 min

Carnival Vista Caribbean Cruise Review 2026 + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line

May 28, 202651 min

Anthem of the Seas Alaska Cruise Review + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean

May 21, 202653 min

Norwegian Dawn 2026 Caribbean Review + Cruise News | Norwegian Cruise Line

May 14, 202639 min

MSC Grandiosa Review in Europe + Cruise News | MSC Cruises

May 7, 202652 min

Norwegian Aqua 2026 Review + Great Stirrup Cay Private Island | Norwegian Cruise Line

May 3, 20261h 9m

Independence of the Seas 2026 Review + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean Group

Apr 30, 202655 min

Celebrity Apex Caribbean Review 2026 + Cruise News | Celebrity Cruises

Apr 23, 20261h 5m

Celebrity Equinox Review + Trip Insurance Coverage During War | Celebrity Cruises

Apr 19, 202647 min

Liberty of the Seas Canada/New England Review + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean

Apr 16, 202652 min

Carnival Radiance Review 2026 + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line

In this episode of Cruise Radio, host Doug Parker and staff writer Richard Sims cover major cruise news, including a video voyeurism arrest on Celebrity Beyond, a fishermen's protest blocking ships in Corsica, a grounding incident in Fiji, Holland America's gratuity increase, Miami's proposed airport-to-port train link, Alaska's Tracy Arm Fjord closure due to a landslide, and recent upgrades to Holland America's ms Koningsdam. Tim from Fargo, North Dakota, shares his review of a spontaneous four-night Carnival Radiance cruise from Long Beach, highlighting dining, entertainment, ports of call, and a pre-cruise stay on the historic Queen Mary. Sponsor Cruise line protection is designed to help if you can't take your cruise. Third-party travel insurance helps protect you during the trip. Including medical care, delays, and unexpected issues. Compare plans and save up to 30% at TripInsurance.com. About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

Apr 9, 202636 min

Star Princess 2026 Eastern Caribbean Review + Cruise News | Princess Cruises

A review of Princess Cruises' newest ships, Star Princess. This was a seven-night Eastern Caribbean sailing from Port Everglades. Staff writer Richard Simms has cruise news. Sponsor Cruise line protection is designed to help if you can't take your cruise. Third-party travel insurance helps protect you during the trip. Including medical care, delays, and unexpected issues. Compare plans and save up to 30% at TripInsurance.com. About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

Apr 2, 202654 min

Norwegian Joy Western Caribbean 2026 Review + Cruise News | Norwegian Cruise Line

Doug Parker and Richard Simms discuss major cruise news, including a man-overboard prank, new residential cruise concepts, Disney's plans in Japan, and Norwegian's Philadelphia debut. Guest Heather shares her solo experience aboard Norwegian Joy, covering stateroom comfort, dining, entertainment, and excursions, and an awesome food tour in Cozumel. She offers practical tips for first-time and solo cruisers, praises Norwegian's solo traveler community, and recommends specialty dining. The episode provides valuable insights into cruise trends, ship life, and making the most of solo travel at sea. Sponsor Cruise line protection is designed to help if you can't take your cruise. Third-party travel insurance helps protect you during the trip. Including medical care, delays, and unexpected issues. Compare plans and save up to 30% at TripInsurance.com. About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

Mar 26, 202654 min
© 2026 Doug Parker