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The Daily Cruise and Travel News "Podcast" with Tom Drake

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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

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36:16

Nov. 10, 2025 Oceania and Regent Boss explains why...

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2025/11/10

Viking cancels two Aussie stops because of idiots protesting coal!The Port of Lisbon was named the best cruise terminal despite surrounding construction and traffic! Frontier Airlines reports a loss, but it was not as severe as expected due to Spirit Airlines' struggles. The Blustering Houthis continue to threaten Israel. Please remember to duck!

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Nov. 7, 2025 NCLH boss tells Wall Street that they...

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2025/11/08

When did the Hilton become the Schmilton? Sandals tells travel agents to sell Jamaica. It will soon be better than it was! UN panel of experts claims that sanctions and bombs have not stopped the Houthis! FAA says air traffic controllers are tired and flights have to be reduced! The Guru's visit to Cruise World was a success!

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35:01

Nov. 8, 2025 The Guru says take a cruise to enjoy...

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2025/11/08

The Crystal Symphony is getting a 3-week makeover in Italy! When did No become No Big Deal? Matthew McConaughey and Cheryl Crow brought Star Power to the Star Princess! The Netherlands is the safest place to visit this year!

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Nov. 6, 2025 Crescent Seas will not charter the two...

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2025/11/06

Royal Caribbean will host a biker cruise in 2026! For a good cause! NCLH boss Sommer says the short cruise are bringing the dollars and the new customers! The Guru surivived his forst day at Cruise World 2025 with help from Carrabas! Crescent Seas cancels ship charters explainig that buyers want new builds!

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36:00

Nov. 4, 2026 Anyone ready for an Ebike tour of Egypt?...

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2025/11/04

Royal Caribbean has added a tour of the hotspots of Santorini along with their beach club experience! Helpful tips on what to do before you head to the airport! Virgin Voyages mistakenly informs guests sailing on November 8 that the Brillian Lady is sailing from a different port. Brilliant! Global Ports Holdings wins the concession to operate a Ferrol port! Huh?

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37:09

Nov. 3, 2024 Jamaica's Tourism Minister says they...

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2025/11/03

The World Residence wine list was voted number one by Grape People for the 11th year in a row. The family of the drunken woman who fell off her balcony is suing Royal Caribbean! The wacko Houthis are putting 43 UN workers on trial for espionage! A recent inspection of the World Residence reported that continual maintenance made it younger than it's actual 23 years!

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34:32

Oct. 31, 2025 What is the ROI for the new White House...

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2025/10/31

Magnifica Air aims to meet the demand for superior business-class travel.Richard Fain's new book is delivering the Wow! Luxury cruise lines are battling to build the biggest suites! Those hurricane-chasing pilots are fearless!

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37:05

Oct. 30, 2025. Avis CEO tells Wall Street that Avis...

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2025/10/30

Royal Caribbean is sending six ships to Europe in 2027. Turn Europe into the Caribbean? Boeing announces that it plans to build their planes faster now that the FAA has let the manufacturer out of the doghouse! Soon, Royal Caribbean will have as many beach clubs as they do ships! Carnival, Micky Arison, and the Miami Heat donate $1 million to hurricane relief in Jamaica!

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Oct. 29, 2025 Does anyone go to Santorini to go to...

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2025/10/29

An 81-year-old hiker was left behind on Lizard Island, and it did not end well! The port of Stockholm celebrates more shore power and more cruise ships! The hotel industry is struggling, while the cruise industry is booming! Guru knows why! Royal Caribbean announces another quarter of profit!

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Oct. 28, 2025 As airports get more crowded, pay as...

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2025/10/28

The Houthis grab two more UN workers! Can't somebody stop these criminals! The newest survey shows that people in the U.S. would rather drive than fly! Delta will be the first US carrier to fly to Saudi Arabia! Is this important? The Guru says that the Margaritaville at Sea Islander is an old ship, but it offers excellent value!

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36:02

Ocr. 27, 2025 Carnival will offer more cruises...

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2025/10/27

Show us the money! Dubrovnik vites to keep cruise ship fees through 2027! Virgin changes the name of 14 itineraries to make it less confusing for its sailors! Dieticians say to feel better when flying, put some nut butter on your banana! Are you worried that you will leave your passport in the safe? Put your shoe in with it!

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Oct. 24, 2025 Lipstick on a Pig. Amerian Airlines...

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2025/10/24

The Guru wonders which cruise line is the best for Seniors!Who was Billy Bishop, and where is this airport? Southwest going across the pond? Why? Norwegian Epic rescues 67 refugees on a sailboat and misses their call to Santorini!

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Oct 23, 2025 According to beach.com, the best beach...

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2025/10/23

Explora III will now have a five-day shakedown cruise ahead of its inaugural. The Guru is not a fan! Stargazing and doing things in the dark are the latest "new" thing in cruising! Some Carnival guests want jeans banned from the line. Really? Carnival? Vancouver had record cruise ship guests again in 2025!

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Oct. 22, 205 A faulty intercom causes a Skywest pilot...

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2025/10/22

The Port of Seattle has a record season doing it right!A United Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing after striking an object, which they think was a weather balloon. Wyndham Resorts wants to reach into your pocket for a $95 subscription fee to receive benefits you should probably get for free. Grok says that this podcast is not malicious!!

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36:52

Oct. 21, 2025 China's new ship fees would have cost...

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2025/10/21

Cruise ship visits to Iceland in 2027 are down by 50% due to new fees! American Airlines' new AI tool for customers is as accurate as their flight times! A AAA report says that 21 million Americans will cruise this year. That's three streets in the Bronx! Destination DC says that the Nation's Capital is open despite the shutdown. Come visit the circus!

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Oct. 20, 2025 Virgin Voyages is still chasing that...

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2025/10/20

The Guru talks to the author of "More Parts Than a Chicken Nugget". Why do people remove gratuities on a ship? The Guru has a theory? Oceania Alurra is staying in Europe in 2027-2028! CLIA released encouraging numbers about the cruise industry!

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40:38

Oct 17, 2025 Villa Vie continues to have puff pieces...

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2025/10/17

The Houthis mourn the death of one of their leaders! One down!Nobocy hits a resort in Corfu, but management doesn't care! Carnival Corporation is ahead of schedule to help save the planet, but nobody cares! Sorry, but you won't see the Guru on an expedition cruise!

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Oct. 16, 2025 Las Palmas gets a new terminal,...

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2025/10/16

Carnival Ambassador explains about stuff left behind! Will there someday be a charge to get it back? Las Palmas is welcoming more cruise ships! That's different! Is AT&T so desperate that they send people door-to-door now? Southwest's new seats have cup holders on either side! Very progressive!

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Oct. 15, 2025 West Jet will now charge extra for...

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2025/10/15

The A&K Jet trips are eye-opening for people who are seriously bored! Air Canada is now giving free beer and wine to guests in economy! Good idea! GM lost 1.6 billion peddling electric cars! Experts think the Houthis will not stop being annoying!

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37:24

Oct. 14, 2025 Let's pray for peace in the Middle East!

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2025/10/14

Spirit Airlines gets $475 million to stay in business, and the Guru thinks they will! California slaps down the car rental business, and the Guru likes it! Sometimes, Clear is clearly not faster than TSA Pre! Oceania Alurra will have six Godparents, and they can all cook!

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