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!

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Nov. 13, 2025 An excursion boat sinks in the DR and dumps 55 Germans in the water!

Royal Caribbean is adding nine ships to the Caribbean in 2027!

MSC orders two more mega-mothers from a French shipyard!

You can use your Apple Watch to display your ID at U.S. airports!

More travel tips from the Guru!

Does United Boss Kirby have chutzpah?

Nov. 12, 2025 Airlines continue to expand premium seating because flyers will pay more to feel like a human!

Oceania rolls out Digital Art on Alurra!

Disney christens their latest ship the Destiny!

Holland America brings much-needed supplies to Jamaica!

Marriott has a significant PR problem after forcing Sonder into bankruptcy!

Nov. 11, 2025. Remember our Veterans today! Regent building a second big ship!

Putting fake funny stickers on your passport is a bad idea!

Dynamic pricing on attraction tickets is demented pricing!

Zac Brown is designing a Zac Brown nightclub for Margaritaville at Sea!

The Houthis say they will no longer attack ships in the Suez and Red Sea!

Nov. 10, 2025 Oceania and Regent Boss explains why Oceania is not a luxury brand.

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!

Nov. 7, 2025 NCLH boss tells Wall Street that they will cut back on solo cabins on all brands!

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!

Nov. 8, 2025 The Guru says take a cruise to enjoy real service for a change!

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!

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

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!

Nov. 4, 2026 Anyone ready for an Ebike tour of Egypt? Not the Guru!

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?

Nov. 3, 2024 Jamaica's Tourism Minister says they will be open again by Dec. 15!

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!

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

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!