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Doug Parker
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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Oct 2, 2025 • 49min
911 Margaritaville at Seas Islander Review 2025 + Cruise News
A review of Margaritaville at Sea Islander from Ashley. This was a seven-night cruise that sailed to the Western Caribbean from Tampa, Florida. Staff writer Richard Simms has cruise news on Carnival moving ship from New York City, big changes at Norwegian Cruise Line, sickness on Royal Caribbean and more.

Sep 28, 2025 • 50min
910 Norwegian Escape Western Caribbean Review 2025 | Norwegian Cruise Line
Heather took a seven-night Western Caribbean review of Norwegian Escape from PortMiami.

Sep 25, 2025 • 53min
909 Carnival Legend 2025 Western Caribbean Review + Cruise News
Richard Sims, a cruise news contributor, shares insights on shifts in Carnival's loyalty program and the recent passenger incident on the Carnival Horizon. Cruise passenger Ryan offers a detailed firsthand review of his seven-night Carnival Legend sail, highlighting smooth embarkation, charming decor, and a fun family atmosphere. He recommends excursions like the cenote swim and reflects on the ship's entertainment options and dining experiences, all combining to affirm the value of the cruise despite the ship's age.

Sep 21, 2025 • 58min
908 Brilliant Lady Review to Bermuda 2025 | Virgin Voyages
A review of the second cruise on Virgin Voyages Brilliant Lady. This was a five-night Bermuda cruise from New York City.

Sep 18, 2025 • 47min
907 Celebrity Eclipse Review 2025 + Cruise News | Celebrity Cruises
A review of a transatlantic cruise on Celebrity Eclipse from Port Everglades to Southampton. Staff writer Richard Simms has cruise news.

Sep 11, 2025 • 50min
906 Holland America's ms Koningsdam Alaska 2025 Review
Staff writer Richard Simms gives his take of the seven-night Alaska cruise on Holland America Line's ms Koningsdam from Vancouver, BC to Southeast Alaska.

Sep 7, 2025 • 52min
905 Radiance of the Seas Western Caribbean 2025 Review | Royal Caribbean
A review of a seven-night cruise on Royal Caribbean's Radiance of the Seas out of Tampa, Florida.

Sep 4, 2025 • 56min
904 Carnival Conquest Review 2025, Trip Insurance + Cruise News
A review of a nine-night cruise on Carnival Conquest down to the ABC islands, Dan Skilken of TripInsurance.com answers your listener questions, and staff writer Richard Simms is on deck answering this week's cruise news.

Aug 28, 2025 • 60min
903 Resilient Lady Review 2025 + Cruise News | Virgin Voyages
A review of Virgin Voyages cruise ship Resilient Lady. Staff writer Richard Simms has cruise news.

Aug 24, 2025 • 50min
902 Norwegian Viva 2025 Review | Norwegian Cruise Line
A review of a seven-night Greek Isles cruise on Norwegian Viva. Norwegian Cruise Line's second ship in its highly successful Prima-class. Ben gives us a detailed bow to stern review.