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Cruise Radio

919 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 554 ratings

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.

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193 Carnival Sensation Review + Cruise News

May 21, 2013 22:30 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB

This week, we interview listener Ted Demos from Indianapolis about his recent back-to-back sailing on Carnival Sensation from Port Canaveral, Florida. Hear about his on-board double header experience with his family. Cruise Guy joins us for Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

192 Norwegian Breakaway Broadcast LIVE

May 14, 2013 21:34 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

This week, we are broadcasting aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's brand new Norwegian Breakaway, a 4,000-passenger ship that sails year-round from NYC. Hear reviews and details on the entertainment, food options and kid's program. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

191 Norwegian Breakaway Christening Recap + Cruise News

May 08, 2013 23:20 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

This week, we talk to Simon and Tim, co-hosts of CruiseChat; they were aboard Norwegian Breakaway for the big christening event in New York City. Hear all about the ship and their first impressions. Plus, Cruise Guy with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

190 Norovirus Information + Cruise News

April 30, 2013 23:01 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

On this show, we talk about Norovirus and how to protect yourself, we also have cruise news with Cruise Guy. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

189 Norwegian Epic Review + Cruise News

April 23, 2013 19:18 - 21 minutes - 14.4 MB

This week, we get a full review of Norwegian Epic plus cruise news from Stewart Chiron The Cruise Guy. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

188 Windstar Cruises Review + Cruise News

April 18, 2013 14:16 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

On this show, we have Jim Work sharing his latest cruise on Windstar Cruises' Wind Surf, along with Cruise Guy with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

187 Royal Princess Preview + Cruise News

April 09, 2013 22:53 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

This week, we talk to Maritime Historian and Journalist Peter Knego about his recent journey to a European shipyard to check out Princess Cruises' upcoming Royal Princess. Stewart drops by with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

186 Coral Princess Review + Cruise News

April 02, 2013 21:44 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

This week, we talk to Editor-in-Chief of World of Cruising Magazine, Simon Veness. Simon gives us a full review of his latest sailing aboard Princess Cruises Coral Princess, sailing the Panama Canal. Cruise Guy joins us with news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

185 Carnival Fascination Review + Cruise News

March 26, 2013 21:25 - 20 minutes - 45.8 MB

This week, TJ Macy from Atlanta, Georgia joins us to give us a review of his recent sailing aboard Carnival Fascination, plus Cruise Guy is here with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

184 Cruise Passenger Bill of Rights, Titanic 2 + Cruise News

March 19, 2013 23:27 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

This week, maritime attorney Jim Walker joins us to talk about the proposed cruise passenger Bill of Rights and what they are. Cruise Critic UK gives their take on Titanic 2 and Cruise Guy is here with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

183 Cruise Shipping Miami 2013

March 14, 2013 00:41 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

This week, we are broadcasting from the Miami Beach Convention Center at Cruise Shipping Miami, a popular cruise industry conference. We interview CEOs, travel writers, and dig into the news of the week. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

182 Titanic 2, Hoax or Happening?

March 07, 2013 01:53 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

This week, we talked to Senior Editor at Cruise Critic, Dan Askin, all about Titanic 2. Is it a hoax or is this ship really going to be built? Dan gives us the details from the press conference in New York City. Cruise Guy has Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

181 Windstar Cruises Expansion + Cruise News

February 27, 2013 22:20 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

This week, we talk to Windstar Cruises CEO, Hans Birkholz, he'll share details about their acquisition of three motorized yachts. Cruise Guy stops by with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

180 Queen of the Mississippi + Cruise News

February 20, 2013 17:19 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

On this week’s show, we talk to Simon Veness, Editor in Chief of World of Cruising Magazine. Simon share his seven-day St. Louis to Memphis experience on American Cruise Lines' Queen of the Mississippi. Also, Cruise Guy drops by with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

179 Carnival Triumph Revealed + Travel Insurance Questions Answered

February 16, 2013 00:15 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

This week, we talked to cruise passengers that were aboard Carnival Triumph as it was stranded at sea for five days. Cruise Guy joins us, travel writer Chris Owen, and Dan Skilken from TripInsurance.com. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

178 Farewell Carnival Destiny; Live in PortMiami

February 06, 2013 20:54 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Carnival Destiny has officially left Miami and now enroute to a 49-day, $155-million dollar dry dock. Hear from passengers and the Cruise Director about Carnival Sunshine. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

177 Celebrity Solstice Review, President of CLIA + Cruise News

January 30, 2013 23:15 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

This week, we get a review of Celebrity Solstice from listener Jim Work, talk to the President of CLIA, and get Cruise News from Cruise Guy. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

176 Disney Fantasy Listener Review + Cruise News

January 23, 2013 22:49 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

This week, Dr. Kris from San Diego gives us his review of Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship Disney Fantasy, plus he shares how travel insurance saved him a lot of money with a pre-cruise incident, plus Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

175 Remembering Costa Concordia + Cruise Critic Weighs In

January 15, 2013 05:11 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

This week, we remember Costa Concordia as it sank off the Tuscan Coast January 13, 2012. We talk to passengers from the accident, CruiseCritic.com's Senior Editor and a Public Affairs Officer from CLIA. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

174 Pride of America Review in Hawaii + Cruise News

January 08, 2013 21:09 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

This week, Simon Veness, editor in chief of World of Cruising joins us to share his latest voyage aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Hawaii-based Pride of America. Cruise Guy stops by with our weekly Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

173 Saving Money on Future Cruises + Cruise News

January 03, 2013 22:20 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

This week, we talk to Chris Owen about his latest article on Saving Money on Cruises in 2013. Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, stops by with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

172 Norwegian Dawn Review + Cruise News

December 26, 2012 21:08 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

On this episode, we talk to Shon Ford, AKA “CruiseMan3000,” he shares his latest seven-night sailing on Norwegian Dawn out of Boston, plus Cruise Guy with Cruise News. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

171 Celebrity Reflection Live Cruise Ship Broadcast

December 20, 2012 16:40 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

This week, we around aboard Celebrity Reflection, taking her for a test ride. Hear from passengers, media and top to bottom reviews. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

170 Carnival Breeze Naming Ceremony in Miami, Florida

December 12, 2012 00:19 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

169 Carnival Glory Review + Cruise News

December 07, 2012 23:33 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

On this episode, we talk to listener Sara Phillips from Delaware about her latest sailing on the newly refurbished Carnival Glory, complete with Fun Ship 2.0 upgrades. We get our fill of Cruise News with Theresa Norton-Masek, Cruise Editor for TravelPulse.com. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

168 Silverseas' Silver Spirit Review + Cruise News

November 28, 2012 20:08 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

On this show, Editor in Chief of Vacation Agent Magazine, Theresa Norton Masek tells us all about Silver Seas Silver Spirit and travel writer Chris Owen checks in with his take on the misunderstanding regarding The "Drag Stars At Sea" cruise aboard Carnival Glory PLUS Stewart Chiron The Cruise Guy has your cruise news. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

167 Navigator of the Seas Review + Cruise News

November 21, 2012 10:30 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This week, we talk to listener Eden Kendall, as she gives her review of Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas. Plus, Cruise Guy is here with Cruise News.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

166 Celebrity Eclipse Mediterranean cruise + Cruise News

November 17, 2012 09:30 - 27 minutes - 18.5 MB

This week, listener Carter checks in with his latest sailing aboard Celebrity Cruise's Solstice-class Celebrity Eclipse in the Mediterranean. Also, Cruise Guy is here with Cruise News.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

165 Listener Call-in Questions + Cruise News

November 08, 2012 09:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

This week, travel writer Chris Owen is front and center taking your questions and calls. Also, Cruise Guy is here with our weekly dose of Cruise News.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

164 Hurricane Sandy, NASA Visit + Electronic Trip Insurance

November 02, 2012 08:30 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

New travel insurance coverage that also covers electronics, a trip down to NASA, the lastest post-Hurricane Sandy coverage, plus Cruise News with the Cruise Guy.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

163 Disney Dream Review + Cruise News

October 24, 2012 04:10 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Listener Yvonne shares her family's latest cruise on the Disney Dream and gives a full review. Cruise Guy is here with Cruise News. Be sure to check out our past episodes. Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

162 Things to do in Puerto Rico + Cruise News

October 18, 2012 04:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network calls in from San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Cruise Guy is here with news.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

161 International Travel Tips + St. Thomas, BVI Fun

October 10, 2012 07:30 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

Travel writer Mark Orwoll joins us with international travel trips, John from Cruise-Addicts checks in from St. Thomas, and Cruise Guy with news.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

160 Listener Cruise Questions Answered + Cruise News

October 05, 2012 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

We field your questions this week regarding cruise resources and family travel. Cruise Guy is here with cruise news.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

159 Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Review + Cruise News

September 27, 2012 04:30 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Hear what it's like to sail across the Atlantic ocean aboard the Queen Mary 2, from New York to Southampton. Cruise Guy is here with Cruise News.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

158 Broadcasting from Acapulco; is Mexico Safe?

September 15, 2012 04:30 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

We broadcast from Acapulco, Mexico, a city that was once booming with cruise ships but turned ghost town after a string of violence in Mexico. Hear how they are cleaning the town up and what there is to do. Also, Cruise Guy is here with Cruise News.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

157 Large Cruise Ship Alternatives, Airfare Advice + Excursion Website

September 12, 2012 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

We talk to travel maverick Mark Murphy about cruise alternatives and airfare savings. Plus, we talk to the founder of Zweeno.com, a cool do it yourself cruise site that connects cruise passengers with excursion companies and transfer companies.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

156 Carnival Dream Cruise Director + Cruise News

September 05, 2012 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

John Shallo checks in from Carnival Dream where he is interviewing the Cruise Director. Cruise Guy drops by with Cruise News.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

155 Queen of the Mississippi Christening Broadcast

August 28, 2012 04:30 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Doug is aboard American Cruise Lines' Queen of the Mississippi for her christening, a brand new paddlewheeler on the Mississippi River. Hear about the voyages set and one of the new authentic paddlewheelers on the mighty Mississippi River.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

154 Broadcasting in Alaska on Holland America's Oosterdam

August 22, 2012 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Doug is aboard Holland America's ms Oosterdam, on a seven-night Alaska voyage, roundtrip Seattle. Hear a full review of the Alaska experience, the ship and ports of call.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

153 Cruise Questions Answered: Listener Call-in Show

August 15, 2012 04:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

We field your questions about travel insurance, family travel, and cruise port questions. Dan Skilken from Trip Insurance, Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network and travel writer Chris Owen all weigh in.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

152 Cruise Ship Tracking Website + Port Parking Tips

August 07, 2012 04:30 - 16 minutes - 11 MB

Creator of CruiseCal.com is with us showing off the features of it's ship tracking. Plus, cruise port parking tips and cruise news.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

151 6 Ways to Save Money on a Cruise + Cruise News

July 31, 2012 08:30 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Paul Motter from CruiseMates.com gives us six ways to save money on a cruise. Cruise Guy is back with more cruise news.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

150 Holland America Line Maasdam Review + Cruise News

July 25, 2012 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Hear a review of Holland America's ms Maasdam, a smaller but popular ship in the HAL fleet. Also, Cruise Guy is here with cruise news.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

149 Carnival Glory Canada/New England Cruise Broadcast

July 17, 2012 05:30 - 29 minutes - 19.9 MB

Doug is aboard Carnival Glory on a five-night Canada/New England sailing out of Boston. Hear about the ports of call, what there is to do and the luxury of sailing out of New England. Cruise Guy drops by with Cruise News.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

148 Gaining Weight on a Cruise + Cruise News

July 11, 2012 09:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Health coach Nicole La Placa gives us ways to stay fit at sea and how NOT to gain weight. Cruise Guy gives us Cruise News.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

147 Mediterranean Port Advice + Barcelona Tips

July 04, 2012 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

Carnival's Senior Cruise Director John Heald gives us his favorite places to go when in the Mediterranean. Nancy from the Family Travel Network is aboard along with travel writer Art Sbarsky to talk about Barcelona.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

146 Carnival Breeze Fun Ship 2.0 Review

June 28, 2012 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

This week, we tackle even more features on the Carnival Breeze, Carnival Cruise Line's newest vessel. Hasbro the game show, Playlist productions, the ship's captain, John Heald, and the Punchliner Comedy Brunch.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

145 Carnival Breeze Review with Family Travel Network

June 22, 2012 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

Hear all about Carnival Cruise Line's newest ship Carnival Breeze. We talk to the CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines, Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network, and hear passenger reviews.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

144 Maritime Post-Costa Concordia + Consumer Response

June 14, 2012 09:30 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

We are down in Resolve Marine Group at their brand news $6.5-million cruise ship train facilty. Vicky Garcia from Cruise Planner joins us with cruise ship safety. Cruise Guy gives us Cruise News.  Thoughts or reviews? Email me: [email protected]  Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net

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