The Daily Cruise and Travel News "Podcast" with Tom Drake
After almost 30 years of performing stand-up comedy on cruise ships worldwide, Tom Drake has seen everything, done everything, and so now he knows everything! That is why he is called the "Guru of the Seas." His podcast, which delivers all of the day's cruise and travel news, can be heard every Monday through Friday, as Tom says, wherever people "pod their cast." Offering an "unfiltered view" of the cruise and travel industry, Tom delivers the news and then gives his opinion on what it all means. As Tom says, "It's the day's news with a bit of commentary." If you are a fan of cruising, or maybe someone who gets frustrated with air travel, or maybe someone who likes to laugh and enjoys a frank, honest opinion, you will enjoy this podcast!
Episodes
Royal Caribbean will help clean up the sargassum in Quintana Roo as part of the Costa Maya expansion!
A no-brainer! Royal Caribbean dumps Jamaica in favor of Cozumel for their new ship!
Disney christens their newest ship in Singapore. I ship that will sail nowhere.
Squaremouth says that some guest might be covered by their insurance as they sit in the middle of a war!
Torstein Hagen has a lot of ship orders! An optimistic CEO!
Airline industry officials continue to say they don't hire based on DEI. The guru likes that.
Crewmembers on Margaritaville should be very proud. Both ships scored 100% during the CDC inspection.
Another Holland America ship has a Norovirus outbreak. Buy some sanitizers!
Is the Regent Seven Seas Navigator going to the people at Villa Vie?
Oceania is not paying for your referrals!
NCL Holdings' CFO admits to self-inflicted errors that caused a weak performance!
Elliott Investment Management experts are not happy with NCL Holdings' current management!
Several cruise lines canceled cruises through the Middle East after the US and Allies took out Iranian terrorist leaders!
Four Seasons takes delivery of its first new stunning cruise ship, called Four Seasons One.
The Guru talks to legendary Cruise Director Dottie Coss about her final days at Oceania.
The Port of Vancouver is getting ready for another record season!
The Guru wonders what makes up a "Legendary Cruise"?
A Delta 757 blows an engine and sets a field afire!
The Guru probably won't be on the new panel of Azamara advisors!
Explora Journeys new ad campaign sends a strange message!
Mexico's President says her country is safe again!
American Airlines and the city of Miami will team up to rebuild concourse D!
Carnival Cruise line announced they will cut back on cruises in Australia, lack of government support.
La Ponant, a French cruise line, suddenly wants to attract Americans. Give that more thought!
Mexico's President Claudia Scheinbaum says all is safe again!!
China's one cruise ship will sail to Korea next year!
Spirit Airlines hopes to get out of its second bankruptcy soon!
Tui is searching for a Godfather for their new Mein Schiff ship. Photos with Speedos are not required!
MSC is hoping to sell more cruises with a Robot parade!
Oscar-winning actor Robert Downey Jr. will be the Godfather of Disney Adventure. That is a Marvel.
Three cruise lines were forced to skip Puerto Vallarta to avoid gunfire!
Virgin voices issued oppressed release, reminding people that their so-called "Sailors" can dress as sloppily as they want!
Tourists in Cancun have been told to shelter in place after the area erupted in violence.
Does Villa Vie plan to acquire the Regent Seven Seas Navigator for its new company?
The last cruise for Legendary Cruise Director Dottie Kulasa is off to a great start!
Some Norwegian Cruise Line guests are upset that they can't wear flip-flops in a specialty restaurant. Grow up, people!
IHG Hotels is adding another Hotel brand to its portfolio. How many is enough??
Former Royal Caribbean CEO Adam Goldstein seems to be lobbying for a job sitting on the NCLH board!
Reese answered the challenge when reading the Vietnamese airline start-up story.
Princess Cruises announces that its guests have set a Guinness World Record for drinking Margaritas!
Thomas Pritzker steps down at Hyatt after the Epstein files out him!
Airlines and airline associations seem offended by the new requirement from the FAA to not use DEI when hiring pilots.
Conde Nast Traveler is reporting that the power of the United States passport is decreasing in value. So what?
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One financial guy agrees with Elliott about the lack of cruise experience on the NCLH board.
The debut of Tommy's Doghouse! First dog-Avis Rent a Car!
The Wynn casinos are partnering up with MSC for the high rollers they attract?
Many long-time Oceania guests will be sailing on Cruise Director Dottie Kulasa's last cruise beginning this Sunday!
Harry Sommer had hoped to last 10 years as the Big Boss at NCLH.
Elliott Investment did not have nice things to say about NCLH!
Harry Sommer once said, "There are not 14 ways to cook a chicken," about their fixed dining room menu!
Adam Goldstein, former President of Royal Caribbean, might be in line for a seat on the NCLH board.
Radiance of the Seas crew rescues five stranded at sea!
China is dumping the Waldorf after losing billions on its renovation!
Bring your own glasses and lugs if you are staying at the Radisson in Barbados!
TSA won't let you bring water through the checkpoint unless it is inside a coconut!
The Guru reports that the Radisson Aquatica offers value as a hotel in Barbados!
Are you ready to celebrate Pooh? Travelers are flocking to the 100th Anniversary of Winnie the Pooh!
Will having the USS Philadelphia as an artificial reef earn back its cost?
Is the new Big Boss at NCLH the right hire? Remains to be seen.
NCL is asking guests to leave the flip-flops in the room when dining in a specialty restaurant!
Amtrak is rolling out amazing new trains. Now, let's keep them on track.
Hotel workers Unite Here are not happy with the current administration as they try to return illegals to their home countries.
It's not too late to buy your Valentine a cruise as a very special gift!!
Carnival will not start charging for pool chair reservations!
Schmilton boss joining Marriott, blaming the government shutdown for a mediocre quarter!
Carnival boss Duffy apologizes for their Wi-Fi crashing.
Panamanian Supreme Court declares Canal contract with Chinese company unconstitutional.
Royal Caribbean bans eyeglasses that record video and audio because guests can not be trusted!
Air Transat is dropping all flights to the U.S. Who?
Meyer Turku shipyard has developed a net-zero prototype cruise ship to help save the planet by Tuesday! Nobody really cares!
The NY Post story of a woman from NJ selling everything to work on a cruise ship made Reese gag!
Feb. 11, 2026 Authorities in Darwin incorrectly board a Carnival ship to investigate crew treatment!
Royal Caribbean raises dividend for very lucky investors!
Viking opens its China experience office in Beijing. Money talks in China!
The Big Boss at Marriott blames the government for failing to achieve all of its goals.
The Norwegian Pearl sets sail for the Big Nude Cruise. Alot less suitcases for the crew to load!
Princess now has award-winning pizza! The Guru agrees. He gains a pound looking at it!
Holland America announces a confusing Management shake up or realignment!
Cruisers in Australia accused Park West of deceptive practices. Saying ain't so!
Azamara continues to chase the revenue off the ship, announcing even more land packages!
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