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Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips

Doug Parker

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Frequency: 1 episode/6d. Total Eps: 1090

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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MSC Seashore 2026 Bahamas Cruise Review + News

Thursday, November 5, 2026 • Duration 54:03

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 Australia, a bomb threat involving Crown Iris, and the latest developments surrounding Villa Vie Odyssey as it heads to Singapore after dumping its residents off in Cambodia.

Then, Scott Lara reviews a five-night MSC Seashore cruise from Port Canaveral. We cover his balcony cabin, improved dining, new complimentary restaurants, entertainment, and onboard amenities. Scott also shares how the ship handled rough seas, why it skipped Ocean Cay, his experience in Nassau, and whether MSC Seashore offers good value compared with other cruise lines.

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About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

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Voyager of the Seas 2026 Alaska Cruise Review + Cruise News

Thursday, October 29, 2026 • Duration 46:46

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, cruise passenger arrests in Miami, and Royal Caribbean addressing a false rumor about its gratuity policy.

Then, Tim reviews a seven-night Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas Alaska cruise from Seattle. We cover the ship's cabins, dining, entertainment, and onboard experience, along with visits to Juneau, Skagway, Endicott Arm, and Victoria. Plus, whale watching, glacier viewing, and tips for first-time Alaska cruisers.

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About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

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Carnival Jubilee 2026 Review from Galveston + Travel Insurance Questions Answered

Thursday, October 22, 2026 • Duration 59:49

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, missed flights and connections, and what happens when low water levels alter a European river cruise itinerary.

Dan also explains hurricane coverage, the importance of purchasing insurance before a storm becomes a known event, Cancel For Any Reason and Interruption For Any Reason coverage, and why travelers should consider medical coverage before boarding a cruise ship.

Then, Joe reviews an eight-night Carnival Jubilee cruise roundtrip from Galveston, Texas, with stops at Celebration Key, Half Moon Cay, and Nassau.

We cover his premium interior stateroom, embarkation in Galveston, dining at Cucina del Capitano, Guy's Burger Joint, Shaq's Big Chicken, and the main dining room, plus entertainment, the casino, and the ship's adults-only Serenity area.

Joe also shares his first impressions of Celebration Key, including the pools, food, and available shade, as well as his thoughts on the newly developed facilities at Half Moon Cay. We wrap up with onboard Wi-Fi, sea-day crowds, debarkation in Galveston, and tips for first-time cruisers considering Carnival's Excel-class ships.

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Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

Norwegian Aqua 2026 Review: Food, Shows, Pools + Cruise News | Norwegian Cruise Line

Thursday, October 15, 2026 • Duration 44:53

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 Royal Caribbean Group and Sandals Resorts partnership, and another lawsuit involving hot pool deck injuries on a Carnival cruise ship.

We also cover Carnival Venezia's updated funnel, a sophisticated payment scam targeting Norwegian Cruise Line passengers, and Carnival's new FunPacks and upcoming dynamic pricing for drink packages and Wi-Fi.

Jason reviews a seven-night Norwegian Aqua Bahamas cruise to Port Canaveral, Nassau, and Great Stirrup Cay. We discuss his interior stateroom, the ship's layout compared with Norwegian Prima, dining at Indulge Food Hall, Cagney's, Le Bistro, and other specialty restaurants, plus entertainment featuring Fleetwood Mac's Rumors and Prince.

He also shares his experience with Free at Sea Plus, Starlink Wi-Fi, the casino, Aqua Slidecoaster, the crowded main pool deck, and the expanded outdoor spaces along Ocean Boulevard. Plus, we cover recent changes at Great Stirrup Cay, first-time cruising tips, and whether Norwegian Aqua delivers good value.

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About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady 2026 Review: Dining, Shows & Storms

Sunday, October 11, 2026 • Duration 47:43

A Valiant Lady 2026 review.

Staff writer Richard Simms reviews an eight-night Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady cruise from Brooklyn, New York, to Canada and New England. We cover his Central Sea Terrace cabin, recent ship updates, dining, entertainment, nightlife, the casino, and what it's like to sail with Virgin Voyages on a cooler-weather itinerary.

Richard shares his experiences at the ship's included specialty restaurants, including the new Indian restaurant, Ariya, Pink Agave, Extra Virgin, and The Wake. We also discuss Scarlet Night, onboard shows, the adults-only atmosphere, and how Virgin Voyages compares with traditional cruise lines.

The itinerary includes Boston, Portland, Saint John, and Halifax, with stops for local seafood, sightseeing, and a maple syrup excursion. Plus, Richard shares how Valiant Lady handled a nor'easter that delayed the ship's return to New York, his tips for first-time Virgin Voyages cruisers, and whether the experience was worth the price.

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About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

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Icon of the Seas Review: Is Star Class Worth It? + Cruise News

Thursday, October 8, 2026 • Duration 54:58

A review of Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas in the Star Class.

Richard Simms joins us with cruise news, including a Virgin Voyages ship striking a catamaran in Greece, Carnival Corporation moving ships between Holland America, P&O Cruises, and Cunard, Carnival Adventure heading to Seattle, new rules for younger Carnival guests, Royal Caribbean adding earlier sailings for Hero of the Seas, and MSC Cruises breaking ground on Sandy Cay.

Then, Kristen reviews a seven-night Icon of the Seas cruise from Miami with her family in a Star Class loft suite. We cover the two-level suite, Royal Genie service, Coastal Kitchen, specialty dining, entertainment, crowds, the water park, and what it's like to experience Royal Caribbean's largest ships in Star Class.

Kristen also shares the perks her Royal Genie arranged, including priority boarding, reserved show seating, a private FlowRider lesson, bridge and galley tours, and other experiences around the ship. The cruise visits Costa Maya, Roatan, Cozumel, and Perfect Day at CocoCay, where the family booked a water park cabana.

Plus, Kristen shares whether Icon of the Seas lived up to the hype and whether Star Class was worth the price.

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About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

Celebrity Beyond 2026 Review: Is It Celebrity's Best Cruise Ship?

Sunday, October 4, 2026 • Duration 50:39

Ben reviews a seven-night Celebrity Beyond cruise from Miami to the Caribbean. We cover his Sunset Veranda stateroom, dining, entertainment, sea days, crowds, and what it's like sailing Celebrity's Edge-class ship with a seven-month-old.

Ben shares his thoughts on the four main dining rooms, Oceanview Cafe, onboard entertainment, and whether a Sunset Veranda is worth the extra cost compared to an Infinite Veranda or Porthole Veranda.

The cruise visits Perfect Day at CocoCay, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, and Nassau, with stops at Seven Mile Beach, snorkeling in Cozumel, and Royal Beach Club Paradise Island. Plus, Ben shares whether Celebrity Beyond delivered enough value to earn his pick as the best cruise ship he's sailed.

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About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

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Carnival Venezia 2026 Review + Cruise News | Carnival Cruise Line

Thursday, October 1, 2026 • Duration 57:31

A review of Carnival Venezia in 2026.

Staff writer Richard Simms joins us with cruise news, including Carnival Corporation's record earnings and strong 2027 bookings, changes to Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises' cancellation policies, Princess Cruises raising prices on its Plus and Premier packages, and the latest on a federal operation involving cruise ship crew members.

Kristy reviews an eight-night Carnival Venezia cruise from Manhattan to Celebration Key, Half Moon Cay, and Grand Turk. We cover her Terrazza interior cabin, dining, entertainment, crowds, casino, and what makes Venezia different from other Carnival ships.

Christy also shares her experiences at Celebration Key, the newly updated Half Moon Cay, and Governor's Beach in Grand Turk, plus her tips and final thoughts after her fourth cruise aboard Carnival Venezia.

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About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

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Holland America Zuiderdam 2026 Review: Canada & New England Cruise

Sunday, September 27, 2026 • Duration 39:36

This week on Cruise Radio, Hank reviews a seven-night Holland America Zuiderdam cruise from Boston to Quebec City. We cover his aft-facing veranda cabin, dining, specialty restaurants, entertainment, sea days, and what it's like sailing on the 24-year-old Holland America ship.

Hank shares his experiences in Portland, Halifax, Sydney, and Charlottetown, including the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, a falconry excursion on Prince Edward Island, and local food along the way. We also discuss sailing the St. Lawrence River, disembarking in Quebec City, and spending extra time exploring the historic city.

Plus, Hank shares his thoughts on Holland America's Have It All package, the overall value of the cruise, and whether he would sail Zuiderdam again.

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About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

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Disney Destiny 2026 Bahamas Cruise Review + News | Disney Cruise Line

Thursday, September 24, 2026 • Duration 52:49

A review of Disney Destiny in 2026.

Margie reviews a four-night Disney Destiny cruise from Port Everglades with her family. We cover her veranda stateroom, Disney's rotational dining, entertainment, pools and water attractions, adults-only spaces, and the ship's Heroes and Villains theme.

Margie shares what it's like cruising aboard Disney Destiny with children and grandchildren, including the Frozen and Hercules production shows, Marvel experiences, Pirate Night, and Halloween on the High Seas. The cruise also visits both Disney destinations in the Bahamas, Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and Castaway Cay.

Plus, Stewart Chiron, the Cruise Guy, has cruise news on Royal Caribbean buying a stake in Sandals Resorts, an update on the Carnival Panorama overboard incident, a slot machine fire aboard Carnival Jubilee, upgrades at RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, and a potential aquarium coming to the Port Canaveral area. PortMiami surpassing 10 million passenger movements, and Margaritaville at Sea naming Zac Brown as a ship godfather.

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About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.

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