Oct. 18, 2025 The Guru visits with Cruise Director Dottie Kulasa as she nears retirement.

The Guru Learns

Oct. 18, 2025 The Guru visits with Cruise Director Dottie Kulasa as she nears retirement.

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Published on Oct 18, 2025, 3:01:41 PM
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In episode two of The Guru Learns, Tom Drake sits down with legendary Cruise Director Dottie Kulasa, who is preparing to retire after an incredible 38 years in the cruise industry. Together, they reflect on how cruising has evolved—from a tight-knit, family-run business to an industry now dominated by large corporations that shape every aspect of onboard operations.

Dottie shares firsthand insight into what it truly takes to succeed as a cruise director, emphasizing that it requires far more than simply having a stage act—it’s about leadership, adaptability, and connecting with people at every level.

 

 

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The “Guru of the Seas” is learning something new! Join professional comedian, popular travel podcaster, and the self-proclaimed "Guru of the Seas", Tom Drake, as he chats with fascinating, successful people who really know what they’re talking about. It’s funny, it’s smart, and it’s informative.

A new episode drops every Saturday — because even the Guru can learn a thing or two.