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In episode 180 of The Big Cruise Podcast Chris is joined by Dr Stephen Payne OBE. Naval Architect of Queen Mary 2 and approximately 40 other passenger ships for Carnival Corporation. We learn about his Blue Peter Badge, the Bloody Mary Club and his favourite ship (excluding QM2). Support the show: Listen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGX Sustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhFollow Chris and his latest videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Chris's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Joins the show for a quick update from QM2 off the coast of Vietnam. Croix from Pennsylvania answers Chris's Quiz from a few episodes ago and Baz sails solo with the latest cruise news from Cunard, Costa, Silversea, Ponant and Uniworld. Support the show: Listen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGX Sustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhFollow Chris and his latest videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep176In episode 176 of The Big Cruise Podcast. Chris answers a listener question from Brad around the retirement of Cunard's QM2, plus discuss the latest cruise news from Silversea, Costa, Windstar, NCL, Fred.Olsen, Holland America Line, Carnival & Viking. Support the show: Listen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGX Sustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhFollow Chris and his latest videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Or leave a voice message using the microphone icon. Cruise News Silver Ray Nears CompletionCosta presents “Sea Destinations”Windstar Cruises Announces Thrilling, First-Ever ‘Mystery Cruise'NCL unveils all new thermal suite onboard Norwegian JoyFred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils new 2025/26 programmeHolland America Line Opens Bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii CruisesCarnival celebrates Dr. Seuss' birthday with new themed birthday breakfastViking Expedition Team discover new Penguin colonyEnjoy the Float out of Silver Ray - https://youtu.be/KXlFIKjcH-I?si=6cCOyM6XV9PE_WRE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In episode 173, Chris joins us from Queen Victoria as they prepare to cross the equator. Baz shares the listeners answers to Chris's Quiz and sails solo into cruise news from Carnival, Ponant, Holland America, Princess & NCL. Support the show: Listen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGX Sustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhFollow Chris and his latest videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Listener engagement · Thanks to Thomas in California for donating coffee's via Buy me a Coffee!!!· Powlo shared his thought on the improvements made to QM2. · Denis, Zac Rick & Ian all correctly answer Chris's Quiz from Ep172. Cruise News · Carnivals biggest ever vow renewal at sea· Carnival to honour music icon Gwen Stefani as Godmother of Carnival Jubilee· Carnival Corporation Orders Fourth Excel-Class Ship for Carnival Cruise Line, 10th Excel-Class Ship Across Global Fleet· Princess Cruises Takes Delivery of New Sun Princess from Fincantieri; Additional Work in Shipyard Required to Support New February 28 Maiden Voyage· Ponant releases 2025 European ‘Grand Voyages'· Holland America Line Enhances Alaska Cruisetours with McKinley Chalet Resort Room Upgrades and New Gold Rush Experience· Norwegian Cruise Line proudly supports the Take 3 for the Sea Surf Life Saving Club Program Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 134In Episode 134, Loosing my SH&# returns, Chris joins the show from QM2 in Adelaide with a bumper edition of cruise news & Fact or Fiction. Garry S in Sydney shares images of QM2 and MSC Magnifica in Sydney Harbour.QM2 - Garry Stafford 2QM2 - Garry StaffordMSC Magnifica 2 - Garry SMSC Magnifica - Garry SSupport the showListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhRun for a Reason – This year Chris will Run for a Reason, raising money for the Type 1 Diabetes Family Centre. The Family Centre is a unique WA based home away from home for people with type 1. The team work alongside people living with type 1 diabetes, to support them to live a full and rewarding life. Donations can be made here: https://lnkd.in/gjs7jXXjCruise NewsCosta Celebrates 75th AniversaryOne year on: Australian cruise renaissance gathers paceMarch 15, 2023 – More than 40 international cruise ships have returned to local waters in the year since Australia's cruise suspension was lifted, reviving an industry worth billions of dollars a year to communities around the country.Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) said today Australia had undergone a cruising renaissance over the summer peak season and was on track to return to pre-pandemic prosperity by the end of the year.The Australian Government announced on March 15 last year it would not renew its national cruise suspension, paving the way for ships to return in a carefully managed revival that began initially with short domestic itineraries in May 2022.Australia has traditionally been one of the world's most passionate cruise markets. In 2019 more than 1.2 million Australians took an ocean cruise, representing 4.8% per cent of the population or almost one in 20 Australians.Costa Celebrates 75th Anniversary On 31 March 2023 Costa Cruises celebrates its 75th anniversary. On that day, 75 years ago in 1948, the “Anna C”, the first passenger ship of the fleet, departed from Genoa bound for Buenos Aires, with 768 guests on board.A historic moment, which started the great success of Costa cruises. Over all these years, day after day, Costa Cruises has taken millions of guests around the world, sharing the happy and unforgettable moments of their holidays.To celebrate this important anniversary together, Costa Cruises has come up with a unique initiative: 75 cruises at a special price, available until April, with different dates depending on the markets, to sail throughout the year, from early spring to autumn, to discover incredible destinations in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.Ships and itineraries of the 75th anniversary cruisesCosta Smeralda, Costa Toscana and Costa Diadema will offer week-long cruises in the Western Mediterranean, discovering the most beautiful destinations in Italy, France and Spain.In the eastern Mediterranean Costa Deliziosa will visit Marghera/Venice, Katakolon/Olympia (Greece), Mykonos (Greece) Santorini (Greece) and Bari, while during the summer Costa Pacifica will visit Taranto, Catania, Malta, Mykonos and Santorini. Both itineraries are one week long.During this summer, the Costa Fortuna will offer a never-before-seen 14-day itinerary between the Greek islands and the Balearic Islands, with Savona, Civitavecchia/Rome, Messina, four magnificent Greek islands, such as Crete (with a call at Heraklion), Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini, Kefalonia (with a call at Argostoli), Palma de Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands, and then Barcelona and Marseille.From May to September, cruises in Northern Europe will also be available. The Costa Fascinosa will offer 12-day itineraries to the North Cape, or nine-day cruises to the most beautiful cities in the Baltic; the Costa Favolosa will visit Iceland, the Lofoten Islands, Greenland, a new destination for this summer, or Great Britain and Ireland; the Costa Firenze will offer one-week cruises in the Fjords.Celebrity Cruises brings world's fastest growing sport, pickleball, to the high seasGet your game face on, because the world's fastest growing sport, pickleball, is coming to the world's greatest cruise line, Celebrity Cruises, with new courts added to nine ships* in the Celebrity fleet, including Celebrity Eclipse which is currently cruising Australia and New Zealand.A hybrid of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, pickleball has been embraced by celebrities and athletes around the world, including Nick Kyrgios, Naomi Osaka and even LeBron James. Having officially made its way to Aussie shores in 2020 with the establishment of the Pickleball Australia Association (PAA), the sport has taken off, with membership to the PAA surging to 5,000+ members in just over two years. Jen Ramamurthy, director of the PAA estimates 15,000 people are now playing pickleball across the country – with numbers continuing to skyrocket!Whether a first-time player or an avid pro, travellers can now enjoy open-air courts and panoramic ocean views on participating Celebrity Cruises ships. Guests can either play at their leisure, or as part of an organised event or tournament led by the ship's activities team.*The nine Celebrity Cruises' ships now offering pickleball include: two Edge Series ships – Celebrity Beyond and Celebrity Apex; plus Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Eclipse, Celebrity Equinox, Celebrity Infinity, Celebrity Millennium, Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Summit.Celebrity Cruises Launches New Inspirational Content Series, ‘The Tangerine Table'Celebrity Cruises, is launching a new content series spotlighting a wide range of game-changing leaders and crew members across its fleet, diving into their real life stories and their extraordinary achievements.Called “The Tangerine Table, ” each 10-minute episode will feature a small group of Celebrity officers or crew sharing their career journeys, the people and places that have inspired them along the way, and their lives at sea. The series name is a nod to the striking colour of The Magic Carpet®, an engineering feat soaring cantilevered above the sea on Celebrity's industry-transforming Edge® Series ships and considered one of the greatest innovations in the cruise industry.The first episode out today honours International Women's Day with an encouraging “SEA it to BE it” message from the groundbreaking women aboard the line's flagship Celebrity Beyond, including: Captain Kate McCue, the first and only American female captain of a cruise ship and the world's most-followed mariner on social media;First Officer Elizabeth Marami, Kenya's first female marine pilot and first licensed Chief Officer, Navigation.Executive Pastry Chef Atziri Chavez – a Mexican-born talented master of the culinary arts who proudly boasts her well-deserved black scarf;Jelena Vukelic, a Serbian-born wine expert that serves as the ship's Cellar Master.Viewers can tune into the conversation and watch full episodes on both YouTube and Facebook, while also seeing short and impactful clips on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.Carnival – Alcohol Alternative CocktailsCarnival Cruise Line is mixing some of its most popular cocktails as delicious alcohol-free alternatives. Guest-favorite drinks from the mixologists at Carnival's ever-popular Alchemy Bar are now available with non-alcoholic spirits produced by industry-leading distiller Lyre's, making Carnival the first cruise line to offer a full range of alcohol-free cocktails.“Our new partnership with Lyre's gives guests who want non-alcoholic cocktails the best options at sea. We've seen popularity for non-alcoholic cocktails grow rapidly, so to meet that trend, our mixologists have been working to craft alternative versions of our most popular cocktails with none of the alcohol, but all the flavour,” said Zachary Sulkes, Carnival's senior director of beverage operations.Lyre's is the world's most awarded line of non-alcoholic spirits and a global leader in the emerging segment. The company uses all-natural flavours, including essences, extracts and distillates, to match the aroma, taste and appearance you find within time-tested classics.Seven Popular Alchemy Bar Cocktails Recreated with Lyre's:Martini Seduction: Red passion fruit nectar, fresh lime juice and a hint of orange mix with Lyre's White Cane instead of vodka to create this swoon-worthy drink.Spicy Chipotle Pineapple Martini: Lyre's Agave Blanco stands in for vodka to bring this spicy, pineapple cocktail into its non-alcoholic form.The Remedy: Orange juice, pineapple and fresh lime juice are mixed with Lyre's White Cane and Spiced Cane instead of dark and coconut rum.Hearts of Fire: This award-winning concoction featuring fresh thyme and raspberries is re-imagined with Lyre's Dry London instead of gin.Restorative Basil Drop: Lyre's Dry London is mixed with fresh basil and citrus to stimulate and restore the senses.The Perfect Storm: This invigorating boost features strawberry puree, fresh lime and a hit of rosemary and Lyre's Dry London instead of vodka.Cucumber Sunrise: Another award-winning favorite among Carnival guests delivers the same light and delicious flavour with watermelon nectar, cucumber, lime juice and a splash of orange juice mixed with Lyre's Agave Blanco instead of vodka.Windstar Cruises Announces New Whole-Food, Plant-Based MenuWindstar Cruises has partnered with the National Health Association (NHA) to create a new vegan menu on board all six of the small ship line's yachts. The offerings are not only plant-based but also prepared without added salt, oil, and sugar and are gluten-free.Windstar has begun training its culinary team on the new menu and plans to roll out the program fleetwide in June. Vegetarian options, as well as the line's existing omnivore menu items, will continue to be served as usual. Sample dishes from the new menu include:Daily Smoothies at BreakfastRoasted Butternut Squash Velouté with Baked Pumpkin SeedsBaked Cauliflower Croquettes with Salsa Verde and Sautéed SpinachPenne Rigate Pasta, with Crisp Vegetables and Espelette Pepper SauceVeggie Enchiladas with Black Bean & Cilantro SauceChia Seed Truffles with Dates & Coconut SauceTahini Brownies with Fresh StrawberriesThe menu evolved out of hosting several plant-based groups, which have grown significantly in popularity since the start of the pandemic. Lisa McCarl, a former open heart recovery nurse turned travel advisor, has booked several plant-based groups on Windstar and says there is a huge demand for healthy travel options.Holland America Line Introduces New Category of Extended Destination-in-Depth VoyagesHolland America Line is globally recognized as an expert in longer voyages, and to commemorate its historic 150th Anniversary in 2023 the cruise line is introducing extended Legendary Voyages. These lengthier cruises, which range from 25 to 59 days, combine the ceremony of Holland America Line's Grand Voyages with itineraries that feature a comprehensive collection of ports that enrich the experience in each destination.Highlights of Legendary Voyages:Three Legendary Voyages are NEW itineraries for Holland America Line:The previously announced 28-day “Arctic Circle Solstice” that heads north to the Arctic Circle and features 11 calls in Alaska, including lesser-visited ports like Nome and Homer.53-day “Majestic Japan” with 21 total ports, 13 calls throughout Japan and overnights at Yokohama (Tokyo) and Kobe.28-Day “Coral Triangle, Volcanoes and The Great Barrier Reef” that explores 10 ports in five countries, with scenic cruising in the famed Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait, and past the Kumba and Krakatau volcanoes.Destination-rich itineraries focus on a singular region, visiting some of the most unique ports while offering guests an in-depth exploration.Guests will enjoy the “best of” Grand Voyages on-board programming to further enhance each Legendary Voyage with experiences such as iconic theme parties memorable sailaways and classic cruise activities.Shipboard programming is specially curated to share insights into the history and culture of the destinations visited.Guests have more time in port to experience the nightlife with overnight stays in marquee ports including Anchorage, Alaska; Hobart, Tasmania; Honolulu, Hawaii; Manaus, Brazil; Moorea, French Polynesia; Papeete, Tahiti; Reykjavík, Iceland; and Yokohama (Tokyo) and Kobe, Japan.Holland America Line's Legendary Voyages:56-Day or 51-day “Tales of the South Pacific” departing Sept. 27 or Oct. 2, 2023, respectively, aboard Volendam. The 56-day is from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, to San Diego, California; the 51-day is roundtrip from San Diego.34-Day “South Pacific Crossing” departing Oct. 8, 2023, aboard Noordam. From San Diego to Sydney, Australia.28-Day “Amazon Explorer” departing Feb. 17, 2024, aboard Zaandam. Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.35-Day “Hawaii, Tahiti and Marquesas” departing Feb. 17, 2024, aboard Koningsdam. Roundtrip from San Diego.25-Day “South Pacific Crossing” departing April 6, 2024, aboard Noordam. From Sydney to Vancouver.28-Day “Arctic Circle Solstice” departing June 9, 2024, aboard Westerdam. Roundtrip from Seattle, Washington.35-Day “Voyage of the Vikings” departing July 20, 2024, aboard Zuiderdam. Roundtrip from Boston, Massachusetts.53- or 52-Day “Majestic Japan” departing Sept. 1 or 2, 2024, aboard Westerdam. The 53-day is roundtrip from Seattle; the 52-day is Vancouver to Seattle.56- or 51-Day “Tales of the South Pacific” departing Sept. 25 or 30, 2024, aboard Zaandam. The 56-day is from Vancouver to San Diego; the 51-day is roundtrip from San Diego.35-Day “Australia Circumnavigation” departing Nov. 17, 2024, aboard Westerdam. Roundtrip from Sydney.28-Day “Coral Triangle, Volcanoes and The Great Barrier Reef” departing Jan. 5, 2025, aboard Noordam. Roundtrip from Singapore.27-Day “Amazon Explorer” departing Feb. 8, 2025, aboard Zaandam. Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.35-Day “Hawaii, Tahiti and Marquesas” departing Feb. 15, 2025, aboard Koningsdam. Roundtrip from San Diego.29-Day “South Pacific Crossing” departing March 30, 2025, aboard Westerdam. From Sydney to Vancouver.Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils brand new programme of sailing for 2024/25Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled a brand new programme of cruising for 2024/25, featuring a host of specially-timed sailings to coincide with natural wonders and destination events, chances to encounter native wildlife and uncover rich and vibrant histories across the planet.The new programme, unveiled on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' website this morning, includes opportunities to follow natural bird migrations, witness meteor showers, experience the world's second largest carnival, and the chance to spot wild polar bears with a specially-planned scenic diversion away from the well-sailed route.For the first time since 2019, the new programme also features an 11-night Mystery Cruise setting sail from Southampton in November 2024 – with guests able to follow in the footsteps of explorers, navigators and seafarers as they guess their next port of call.Continuing their commitment to sailing from regional UK ports, Fred. Olsen will offer departures from Liverpool, Newcastle, Rosyth, Dover, Southampton and Portsmouth in 2024 and 2025.Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils brand new 82-night ‘Discovering Asia with the Holi Festival' Grand VoyageFred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled a brand new 82-night Grand Voyage, offering the chance to discover the culture-rich lands of Asia on a journey timed specially to coincide with the Holi Festival.The sailing, aboard Fred. Olsen's smaller-sized Balmoral, features calls into Myanmar and Cambodia, known for their ancient civilisations and rich histories, where guests can explore the temples of Angkor Wat from Siem Reap, the largest religious monument in the world, and Myanmar's ancient city of Bagan.Wildlife lovers will have the chance to spot endemic species in Borneo, home to proboscis monkeys, or visit Sri Lanka's Udawalawa Elephant Park, while those with a passion for wartime history can discover the Củ Chi tunnels, an extensive network of underground tunnels, in a call into Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City.An undoubted highlight will be time spent in India, where Chennai will act as the gateway to the ancient monuments and temples of Mahabalipuram, created by the Pallava dynasty, while time in Mumbai will allow those joining the cruise to experience the annual Hindu Holi Festival or immerse themselves in the local way of life by assisting busy dabbawallas delivering lunches across the city.What is more, in addition to the host of experiences on-board and ashore, guests who book to join this Grand Voyage can enjoy up to £500 per person to spend aboard Balmoral, plus free door-to-door transfers within 250 UK mainland miles to the port.Balmoral's 82-night L2502 ‘Discovering Asia with the Holi Festival' cruise, departing from Southampton on 18th January 2025.Itinerary: Southampton, England – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cruising Grand Harbour, Valletta – Valletta, Malta – Alexandria, Egypt (overnight stay) – Cruising Suez Canal – Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt – Safaga, Egypt – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – Colombo, Sri Lanka – Hambantota, Sri Lanka – Port Klang (for Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia – Kota Kinabalu, Borneo – Muara, Brunei Darussalam – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – Sihanoukville, Cambodia – Singapore, Singapore – Yangon, Myanmar (overnight stay) – Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India – Kochi, Kerala, India – Mumbai, India (overnight stay) – Muscat, Oman – Salalah, Oman – Aqaba, Jordan – Cruising Suez Canal – Asdod, Israel – Haifa, Israel – Heraklion, Crete – Catania, Sicily, Italy – Cartagena, Spain – Lisbon, Portugal – Cruising by Cristo Rei and Abril 25 Bridge – Cruising by Belém Tower & Discovery Monument, Lisbon, Portugal – Southampton, EnglandP&O's Pacific Partnership Program Sponsors First of its Kind Traineeship ProgramP&O Cruises Australia is delighted to announce it has partnered with Cruise Eden to sponsor a two-year School Based Traineeship (SBAT) in Certificate III Tourism. Tailored for cruise, the SBAT Programme is the first of its kind for an Australian regional port, and has been designed to create vocational employment and training pathways for young people in the South Coast region interested in a career in the Tourism industry.Practical training commenced this week when the program's first trainees – Year 11 students of Eden Marine High School, Keely Grebert and Ocea Thiedeman, boarded P&O's Pacific Adventure for a ship tour with the Captain during her port call to Eden.According to educator and Cruise Eden Manager, Debbie Meers, Keely and Ocea will be assisting the Cruise Eden with operations on cruise days, and training with other tourism businesses during the winter months to broaden their industry experience and knowledge.NCL Expands Exotics Itineraries in 2024/2025NCL Has announced new 2024/25 exotic itineraries, including the debut of Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky in Asia, and new ports of call to Manama, Bahrain; Rarotonga, Cook Islands; Sokhna, Egypt; and Akita, Japan. With this new season of itineraries from October 2024 through December 2025, NCL is expanding its voyages to Antarctica, South America, Africa, Asia, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand by 37%, and its Extraordinary Journeys – the Brand's collection of immersive and port-rich voyages – overall by 15%. This collection of itineraries only reaffirms the company's commitment to providing guests with carefully curated voyages to some of the most sought-after destinations in the world.NCL's maiden call to Bahrain, its first dedicated Middle East sailing – The Brand will offer a seven-day Middle East cruise on Norwegian Sun from Doha, Qatar to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) departing 12 April , 2025. An overnight stay in Abu Dhabi, UAE provides travellers with more time to explore the culturally rich destination. In addition, the open-jaw voyage includes visits to Dammam, Saudi Arabia; Manama, Bahrain – a first time visit for NCL; as well as Dubai and Sir Bani Yas, the largest natural island southwest of Abu Dhabi, UAE.Extraordinary Journeys – NCL's collection of immersive journeys that take guests to lesser-visited and once-in-a-lifetime destinations will include two new back-to-back voyages aboard Norwegian Sky. Departing December 2024, the vessel will offer a 16-day Africa sailing to Seychelles, Kenya, Tanzania, Oman and more during its voyage from Dubai, UAE to Mauritius. Immediately following, she will offer a 17-day sailing from Mauritius to Singapore with calls to Seychelles, Maldives and Zanzibar. On 19 April , 2025, Norwegian Sun will embark on a 16-day cruise from Dubai, UAE to Haifa, Israel featuring 10 ports of call, including Sokhna, Egypt – a brand-new port for NCL. Visiting Sokhna, Egypt allows for easier access to Cairo, where guests can explore the ancient Great Pyramids of Giza.Two NCL ships departing from Haifa, Israel – In November 2024, Norwegian Sky will sail a 16-day Middle East Extraordinary Journey from Haifa, Israel to Dubai, UAE, including the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for guests to transit the Suez Canal in Egypt. Guests can also choose from an 11-day Mediterranean cruise from Haifa, Israel to Istanbul, Turkey aboard Norwegian Sun. Departing 5 May , 2025, the voyage will call to sought-after destinations in Greece, Turkey and Egypt.Three NCL ships to Asia for the first time – As announced in NCL's APAC deployment release distributed earlier this week, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky will debut in Asia, offering an extensive eight-month season from October 2024 through May 2025, sailing country-intensive voyages in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and Japan – including a collection of coveted Japanese spring cherry blossom and fall foliage itineraries. For the very first time, NCL will call to Akita, Japan during Norwegian Sun's 12-day roundtrip sailing from Tokyo, embarking on 23 October, 2024. Both ships will be joined in region by Norwegian Spirit, who will embark on a brand-new repositioning voyage from Australia to Asia on 7 December, 2024, followed by her first voyage in Asia on 21 December, 2024.Brand-new Australian itinerary – As announced earlier this week, Norwegian Spirit returns Down Under for her third season and launches a new 14-day open-jaw voyage from Sydney to Bali via the Queensland coast in December 2024. The voyage includes calls to Cairns and Darwin, Australia; as well as an overnight visit to Bali (Benoa), Indonesia, providing more time for cruisers to enjoy this exotic destination. In addition, the ship will make the Brand's first port of call to Rarotonga, Cook Islands in November 2025.Sun Princess Milestone: Float Out Ceremony Celebration for Next-Generation Ship in the FleetPrincess Cruises, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year, celebrated a momentous construction milestone with the float out of the cruise line's bespoke, next-generation ship – Sun Princess – at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy.Following the Italian shipyard's tradition, the float out is marked by a special ceremony where a “Madrina” is named to offer blessings and best wishes for the vessel, celebrating the flow of water into the ship's building dock. Princess Cruises Hotel General Manager Simona Stumberger was selected to serve in this special role as an ambassador for Princess, because she epitomizes professionalism and always delivers service with a smile.A native of Slovenia where Stumberger studied hospitality management, she began her career at sea in the bar department and further diversified her hotel experience by working in guest services, and hand in hand with the hotel and food and beverage divisions. Stumberger has been with Princess Cruises for nearly five years.The float out completes the first comprehensive phase of construction for Sun Princess which now transitions to focus on building the ship's interiors.The 175,500-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess will offer an array of exciting new dining, entertainment and activity offerings, as well as luxurious staterooms and suites across a broad spectrum of categories. The ship will be highlighted by amazing, never-before-seen spaces such as The Dome, a transformational entertainment venue inspired by the terraces of Santorini, the next-level, brand-iconic Piazza, and three-story Horizons Dining Room that are sure to have everyone talking.Cunard to Launch Silent Discos in Onboard NightclubsYou can dance, you can jive, and you can have the time of your life – in blissful silence – as Cunard is set to launch silent discos aboard its very own dancing Queens.The luxury cruise brand is world-renowned for its glamorous onboard entertainment, but lesser known is the fact that Cunard's Queens are home to some of the liveliest nightclubs at sea.And now, as music lovers across the globe celebrate International DJ Day on 9 March, Cunard has announced that it is introducing silent discos to its iconic late-night venues on selected evenings.The stunning G32 onboard Queen Mary 2 is the biggest of the fleet's nightclubs, which is where you'll find partygoers seeing out the evening in style to the sounds of a live DJ and resident party band.Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria, however, are home to the strikingly located Yacht Club, where, if you're looking for a night to remember, travellers dance the night away into the small hours.The introduction of silent discos to these venues is a modern twist on the more established late-night traditions of luxury cruise travel – and is another example of the many immersive onboard experiences offered by Cunard.The concept involves partygoers wearing wireless headphones and dancing to music that is only audible through the headphones. This creates a uniquely entrancing and customisable experience as guests control their own volume and switch between channels to hear different genres of music.This new offering also enables Cunard to take the nightclub proposition out of the main venues and into more unexpected places – transforming areas with parties in the Grand Lobby, on deck or other pop-up locations around the ship.And more...Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficialListen & Subscribe: Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3w40cDcApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Audible: https://adbl.co/3nDvuNgCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u I heart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE Hosted on Acast. 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Ep114 OverviewIn Episode 114 of The Big Cruise Podcast, we celebrate the life and maritime service of the Late Queen Elizabeth II, answering Listener Questions about her and the ships she had named/christened. Cruise News return with great cruise news from around the world and finally Keith joins us to review his recent cruise from New York to Southampton onboard Cunard's Queen Mary 2.Support the showSupport the Show:Listen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhListener QuestionsLuke – Did the late QEII ever sail on Cunard?Barrie – How many ships did the late Queen of England christen?Margie – What is the difference between the Queen and Queen Consort?Cruise Review - QM2Review of QM2 by Keith from USACruise Line: Cunard LineShip: Queen Mary 2Passengers: 2691Crew: 1173Itinerary: New York to SouthamptonShip Info: Queen Mary 2 CunardCruise NewsP&O Welcomes Third Ship to Australia. The entire P&O Cruises Australia fleet of three magnificent ships has returned home to resume cruising in Australia with the arrival in Sydney today of Pacific Adventure, which later in the day is set to become one of the tallest ships to sail under the Sydney Harbour Bridge.Pacific Adventure sailed through the Heads this morning on her way initially to the Overseas Passenger Terminal. Celebrations surrounding Pacific Adventure's arrival were scaled back as a mark of respect following the death of Her Majesty The Queen.A special marine engineering project has given Pacific Adventure the ‘head room' necessary for the ship to sail under the bridge to the White Bay Cruise Terminal.An important homecoming for the 109,000-tonne 2600-guest Pacific Adventure as it will be based year-round in Sydney to take cruise fans on itineraries to Australian destinations and to the South Pacific where cruising is vital to island economies.Pacific Adventure's first commercial cruise will depart from Sydney on October 22 on a three-night comedy cruise.Pacific Adventure's arrival means that P&O, as Australia's home-grown cruise line, can expand its presence sailing from a number of Australian ports and from Auckland in New Zealand.Of the three P&O ships now home, Pacific Encounter is based in Brisbane for year-round cruising, Pacific Adventure is based in Sydney. Pacific Explorer will do cruise seasons from Adelaide, Melbourne, Fremantle and Cairns. Explorer will do an extended Auckland cruise season from June to November next year.Carnival Gets Keys to the Newest Fun Ship as Ship Transitions from Costa FleetTransitioning from sister line Costa, Carnival Luminosa has officially joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet today as the newest Fun Ship which will debut from Brisbane, Australia, Nov. 6, 2022.In Palermo, Italy, this morning, Costa Captain Nicolantonio Palombella handed over the ship to Carnival Captain Adriano Binacchi, with additional leadership team members from both lines in attendance. Carnival Brand Ambassador John Heald captured the moment in a video which can be viewed here.Arriving to Australia in just two months, Carnival Luminosa will sail a variety of seasonal itineraries from Brisbane from Nov. 6, 2022 to April 13, 2023, offering something for everyone, before repositioning for seasonal service from Seattle to Alaska next May, including some exotic, first-time-for-Carnival destinations.Carnival Luminosa is a sister ship to the four other Spirit-class ships and will accommodate up to 2,826 guests and 1,050 Carnival crew members. Carnival Luminosa will be home to many of the activities and experiences from other Carnival ships that guests have come to know and love as well as some new spaces.Featuring guest favourites from entertainment, youth, and spa, to casino, bars and dining, offerings will include Playlist Productions, The Punchliner Comedy Club, Limelight Lounge, Piano Bar 88, Alchemy Bar, RedFrog Rum Bar, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, Chef's Table, Bonsai Sushi Express, Seaday Brunch, Serenity Adult-Only Retreat, and Cloud 9 Spa, among others.Green Eggs and Ham breakfast return to Carnival Fleet For the first time since the line's pause in guest operations, Carnival Cruise Line will officially bring back its Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast with The Cat in The Hat and Friends across its fleet on sailings beginning Oct. 1. The breakfast is part of the many exciting experiences in Carnival's Seuss at Sea program, the line's exclusive partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises.Guests are encouraged to pack their imagination, as well as their appetites, as the whole family embarks on a breakfast that's part meal and part journey into the deliciously whimsical world of Dr. Seuss.Bringing Dr. Seuss' famed children's books to life, the breakfast features special appearances and meet and greet photo opportunities with favourite Dr. Seuss characters, helping create unforgettable memories no matter the age.From Green Eggs and Ham – of course – to brightly coloured fruit, gravity-defying fluffy pancake stacks, funky french toast, “Moose Juice” and “Goose Juice,” and much more, the fantastical feast features unique menu items, as well as classic breakfast offerings, accompanied by décor with bright colours and patterns. The breakfast is offered once per cruise.In addition to the Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast, the Seuss at Sea fleetwide program features fun youth, family, dining and entertainment activities inspired by the amazing world and words of Dr. Seuss, such as the Seuss-a-Palooza Story Time (beginning Nov. 1), Dr. Seuss Bookville, a family reading venue on select ships, character interactions, Dr. Seuss toys and games, and popular movies shown on board.Cunard British Film Festival Down Under Celebrating its tenth anniversary, the Cunard British Film Festival presented by Palace, will once again delight audiences with a superb line-up including many of the biggest and best films from the region.This year's festival will showcase the talents of Britain's finest filmmakers and actors including Stephen Frears, Sally Hawkins, Colin Farrell, Bill Nighy and more.Opening the festival on 19 October (18 October in Adelaide) is the premiere of the highly anticipated MRS. HARRIS GOES TO PARIS, a whimsical tale based on the popular novel. Starring the fabulous Lesley Melville as the titular Mrs. Harris, it follows her adventures as she embarks on a journey through Parisian high fashion.James Bond fans will be delighted with a special program showcasing six decades of iconic style and adventure. Highlights include DR.NO (60th anniversary), ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE (1969), starring Australia's Bond George Lazenby, SKYFALL (2012) on its 10-year anniversary and 1967's YOU ONLY LIVE TWICE.Inspired by the true story of the discovery of King Richard III's remains beneath a Leicester car park, THE LOST KING is a comedy-drama from Stephen Frears. Starring Sally Hawkins as a woman who forced academics and scholars to rethink everything they knew about one the most controversial kings in British history, and co-writer Steve Coogan as her husband.The Cunard British Film Festival presented by Palace screens in the following locations:Sydney: 19 Oct – 16 Nov, Palace Norton Street, Palace Verona, Chauvel Cinema, Palace CentralCanberra: 19 Oct – 16 Nov, Palace Electric CinemasMelbourne: 19 Oct – 16 Nov, The Astor Theatre, Palace Cinema Como, Palace Westgarth, Palace Balwyn, Palace Brighton Bay, Kino Cinemas and Pentridge CinemasBrisbane: 19 Oct – 16 Nov, Palace Barracks and Palace James StreetAdelaide: 18 Oct – 16 Nov, Palace Nova Eastend Cinemas, Palace Nova Prospect CinemasPerth: 19 Oct – 16 Nov, Palace Raine Square, Luna on SX, Leederville and WindsorByron Bay: 19 Oct – 16 Nov, Palace Byron BayHolland America Becomes First and Only Cruise Line Certified Sustainable for Alaska SeafoodHolland America Line has been awarded Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM) certification — making it the first and only cruise line to achieve this distinguished credential by serving only fresh, certified sustainable and traceable wild Alaska seafood. RFM certified all six of the cruise line's ships that sail to Alaska following an independent audit.RFM is a third-party certification program for wild-capture fisheries and is aligned with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries, the most comprehensive set of international standards and best practices for wild fisheries. The RFM ecolabel includes the seafood product's origin and tells consumers where their food comes from every step of the way — starting with the Alaska fishers and processors and continuing to the cruise line's receipt of product and to the guest's plate.Usage of the RFM logo signifies solid commitment to a distinctive Chain of Custody program that assures buyers and guests their seafood is legally harvested, obtained from responsibly managed certified sustainable fisheries, and can be traced back to its origin.Serving Alaska seafood on Holland America Line ships has long been part of the brand's immersive culinary experiences. On any Alaska cruise, the line serves more than 2,000 pounds of Alaska Salmon, 1,000 pounds of Alaska cod, 800 pounds of Alaska halibut, 500 pounds of Alaska rockfish and more.Holland America Line Reports Positive Results of Cruise Industry's First Long-Term Biofuel Test on Board Volendam at Port of RotterdamHolland America Line completed the cruise industry's first multiweek test of biofuels on board Volendam at Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The 20-day test was conducted in partnership with GoodFuels, a leading producer and supplier of sustainable biofuels for the transportation industry, and Wärtsilä, a global leader in power and propulsion technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine market.The assessment was completed September 7. In the first five days of the test the ship used a mix of 30% biofuel and 70% marine gas oil (MGO) in one of its main auxiliary engines. For the final 15 days of testing, the ship used 100% biofuel. According to GoodFuels, there was a 78% decrease in lifecycle CO2 emissions during the final 15 days of trial compared to marine gas oil emissions.Dutch-flagged Volendam was selected for the test since it was located at the Port of Rotterdam, one of the global ports where GoodFuels operates the infrastructure necessary to provide biofuel waterside fueling services. There is no significant difference for the ship's team members in handling regular fuel oil versus biofuel. The use of a “drop-in” biofuel such as the one tested on Volendam requires no shipboard refitting or special equipment.What Are Biofuels?The advanced biofuel is derived from feedstocks that are certified as 100% waste or residue, with no land-use issues and no competition with food production or deforestation.Holland America Line's 2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage Returns After a DecadeHolland America Line is continuing to bolster its longer voyages departing from a North America homeport, and the 2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage is the newest addition. The 94-day journey that's been more than 10 years in the making departs Jan. 3, 2024, aboard Volendam, sailing roundtrip from San Diego, California.2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage Highlights94 days. Departs Jan. 3, 2024, sailing roundtrip from San Diego aboard Volendam.43 ports of call, including 17 around the Australian continent.4 overnight calls: Fremantle (Perth) and Sydney, Australia; Auckland, New Zealand; Papeete, Tahiti.2 evening departures: Honolulu, Hawaii, and Brisbane, Australia.Two full days of scenic cruising in the famed Great Barrier Reef, exploring the Ribbon Reef and Far North regions.16 calls at a collection of stunning South Pacific islands.A call at Komodo Island, with the opportunity to see the iconic Komodo Dragon prowling the landscape.Scenic cruising in the Torres Strait and Milford Sound.Two shorter segments are available: 58 days from San Diego to Sydney and 36 days from Sydney to San Diego.Celebrity Cruises announces new partnership with Four Pillars GinGlobally renowned for raising the bar on innovative food and beverage-focused experiences at sea, Celebrity Cruises is excited to announce a new partnership with Australia's leading craft distillery, Four Pillars Gin, serving up a range of exclusive experiences for guests on board Celebrity Eclipse this 2022-23 season.Celebrity Cruises will be the first cruise line to offer custom curated Four Pillars cocktails at sea, with four craft gin cocktails available throughout the entire 2022-23 season at ten bars onboard Celebrity Eclipse. Guests will be able to gaze out at the glistening Pacific Ocean, while sipping their favourite gin cocktails with botanicals from the very regions they're visiting. The gins include Four Pillars' award-winning Rare Dry, Fresh Yuzu, Bloody Shiraz and Navy Strength.Offering the ultimate destination-inspired holiday, travellers on the five-night sailing to Tasmania, departing Sydney on 10 March 2023, will be hosted by Four Pillars Senior Brand Ambassador, Wes Baimbridge, marking Celebrity Cruises' first ever gin-focused sailing. Pairing two award-winning trailblazers in the food and drinks space, culinary-curious travellers will have the opportunity to refine their palate with exclusive gin tasting and food pairing experiences.Showcasing the finest of each destination guests will visit, highlights of the Celebrity Eclipse five-night gin-centric itinerary includes:Sail Away Party with Four Pillars, featuring a complimentary gin cocktail to celebrate the start of the sailing, plus more surprises.Intimate Q&As with Wes Baimbridge, Four Pillars Senior Brand Ambassador, to discover the story behind the brand and crafting of Four Pillars' award-winning gins.Series of exclusive events throughout the sailing including gin tasting sessions to learn the essentials of food and gin pairing; gin and oyster flights; exclusive gin appreciation and pairing dinner; and hands-on cocktail masterclasses.Princess Cruises Unveils Bespoke Next Generation Ship – Sun Princess®Princess Cruises revealed a stunning new and bespoke ship platform that will be the brand's largest ship ever accommodating over 4,000 guests. The new Sun Princess will boast stunning views, expansive venues, innovative entertainment venues, multi-story dining rooms and next level stateroom accommodations while remaining true to the smooth clean lines and design aesthetics inspired by the Seawitch icon and popularised in the original “Love Boat” TV series and returning the venerable “Sun Princess” name back into operation.Currently under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard and scheduled to debut in early 2024, the 175,500-ton vessel is the largest Princess ship ever constructed and embraces Italian heritage by featuring a next-level, brand-iconic Piazza and The Dome, a cutting-edge entertainment space inspired by the terraces of Santorini. Sun Princess will also feature the exclusive Princess Medallion that will extend Princess's leadership position in delivering exceptional personalized experiences at unmatched scale. Princess is unique in the ability to deliver incredible cruise ship amenities typical of the largest ships in the world while delivering personalized service found on the industry's smallest ships.The inaugural season for Sun Princess begins in early 2024 with Mediterranean itineraries. The ship's first three voyages will go on sale at 8.00AM AEST Friday, September 16 for Elite guests, and midnight for the general public.This is the third ship to be honored with the Sun Princess name, adding to the legacy of the first ship sailing from 1974 to 1988 and the second ship sailing from 1995 to 2020. At that time, she had the largest number of balcony cabins, and the cruise line's first 24-hour cafe.Azamara Unveils New Europe 2024 Itineraries for its Four-Ship FleetAzamara – the upmarket cruise line and leader in Destination Immersion® experiences – is pleased to unveil 84 Europe itineraries across its four-ship fleet for 2024. Of the 84 new itineraries, 53 are Country Intensive voyages with over 50% of port calls being a late night or overnight, allowing guests ample time to dive deeper into the local culture and hidden gems of an individual country. On September 9, the cruise line will also launch a brand-new video series, ‘Lens of a Local,' allowing guests to get an exclusive look into the immersive excursions that can be experienced from a local's perspective on an Azamara voyage.Azamara is also expanding the company's longtime exclusive partnership with leading provider of international golf tours, PerryGolf, to offer the most worldwide golf sailings yet, with over 15 departures available to book in 2024. Highlights include:Azamara Quest's 12-Night British Isles Intensive Golf Voyage & The 152nd Open at Royal Troon: Beginning in Dublin, Ireland and concluding in Edinburgh, Scotland, this itinerary is beautifully balanced with famous city experiences like Liverpool, Belfast, Glasgow and Dundee plus exceptional golf at world renowned and highly revered venues around the British Isles such as Carnoustie, Kingsbarns, Royal Dornoch, Royal County Down & Royal Portrush. Guests will also have the opportunity to attend the final two days of The 152nd Open at Royal Troon with PerryGolf.Azamara Pursuit's 12-Night South Africa Intensive Voyage: This Country Intensive voyage allows guests to see more of South Africa's vibrant ports, exotic safaris, golden beaches, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Guests have the option to play five rounds of golf at East London Golf Club, one of South Africa's favorite championship venues for decades; Pearl Valley, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course set in the famous Franschhoek Wine region; and more.Azamara Journey's 16-Night New Zealand & Australia Voyage: Travelers will discover natural wonders, Indigenous cultures, and extraordinary wildlife on this journey from New Zealand to Australia, sailing through the spectacular Milford Sound. PerryGolf offers six rounds of golf at some of the most renowned courses in the region, including the #1 course in New Zealand, Cape Kidnappers, as well as the second oldest course in New Zealand, Christchurch Golf Club.Azamara Quest's 9-Night Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil Voyage: Beginning in beautiful Buenos Aires and concluding with an overnight in spirited Rio De Janeiro, this sailing includes a round of golf at the Olympic Golf Course in Rio, site of golf's 2016 return to the Olympic Games. Travelers can also add on a post-voyage land program to visit the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides.Saga Ocean Cruises lines up stellar 2022/2023 celebrity entertainmentSaga Ocean Cruises lines up stellar 2022/2023 celebrity entertainment with Jools Holland, Alfie Boe, Phil Vickery and Kevin WoodfordSaga guests are in for an entertainment treat thanks to the celebrity line-up the cruise operator has confirmed for late 2022 and throughout 2023.The famous composer, pianist, bandleader and broadcaster, Jools Holland, returns to the Saga stage on six cruises between February and September 2023. Guests will be wowed with performances in the 444-seater Playhouse Theatre of some of Jools' popular sets including Barrel House, Take Me, Peace in the Valley and How sweet it is.The 2023 cruises Jools and his band will perform on are:Colours of the Canaries departing February 2Arctic Norway and the Northern Lights departing February 18Venice and the Treasures of the Adriatic departing April 9Contrasts of Scandinavia departing May 21Islands of the Western Mediterranean departing August 20Ancient Cities of the Eastern Mediterranean departing September 4And music fans can also now experience the incredible singing talents of Alfie Boe. As a young boy, Lancashire-born Alfie dreamed of a career as a singer and has since then conquered the world's most prestigious opera stages, led the cast of Les Miserables for nearly a year, and stolen the show at the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert at Buckingham Palace. He has also sold-out three UK Tours (including the Royal Festival Hall and the Royal Albert Hall) and appeals to hundreds of thousands of fans, having achieved Platinum album sales in the UK, and four top ten album placings.Alfie will perform on the Morocco and the Islands of the Atlantic cruise departing on November 15, 2022 on Spirit of Discovery.And the chef, presenter and cookery book author, Phil Vickery, will be joining the Cape Verde and the Canaries cruise departing November 19, 2022 to deliver a live cooking demonstration and Q&A session to guests. Vickery is often best known as part of the This Morning family and is firmly regarded as one of Britain's favourite chefs.Keeping with the cuisine theme, chef and presenter Kevin Woodford, will be performing a ‘Can't Cook, Won't Cook' masterclass and ‘A Question of Food' Q&A session with guests on the Flavours of the Western Mediterranean cruise departing on October 31, 2022.Look ahead to a festive break with Fred. Olsen Cruise LineBalmoral's eight-night L2232 ‘European Christmas Markets' cruise, departing from Portsmouth on 2nd December 2022. Itinerary: Portsmouth, England – Zeebrugge, Belgium – Gothenburg, Sweden – Copenhagen, Denmark – Cruising Kiel Canal, Germany – Hamburg, Germany – Portsmouth, EnglandBorealis' nine-night S2231 ‘River Cities and German Christmas Markets' cruise, departing from Liverpool on 5th December 2022. Itinerary: Liverpool, England – Cruising North Sea Canal, Netherlands – Amsterdam, Netherlands (overnight stay) – Cruising River Elbe, Germany – Hamburg, Germany (overnight stay) – Liverpool, EnglandBalmoral's 12-night L2233 ‘Festive Spain and Portugal' cruise, departing from Portsmouth on 10th December 2022. Itinerary: Portsmouth, England – Lisbon, Portugal – Cádiz, Spain – Funchal, Madeira (overnight stay) – Vigo, Spain – La Coruña, Spain – Portsmouth, EnglandBorealis' eight-night S2232 ‘Festive Spanish City Break' cruise, departing from Liverpool on 14th December 2022. Itinerary: Liverpool, England – Gijon, Spain – Getxo (Bilbao), Spain – Vigo, Spain – La Coruña, Spain – Liverpool, EnglandVida Portugal! Avalon Waterways unveils plans to make its debut on the Douro with a new Suite ShipAvalon Waterways has announced that it will make its Douro debut with a new itinerary and Suite Ship – the Avalon Alegria – in 2024. Embarking on its first-ever sailings in Portugal, Avalon Waterways is poised to offer a new view of the Old World.Hillside vineyards and historic villages await guests as they sail through Portugal's postcard-perfect views on Avalon's all-new, eight-day cruise that begins and ends in Porto and is filled with Avalon's signature, included ‘Classic,' ‘Discovery' and ‘Active' excursion choices. Featuring everything from ancient Amarante – in the picturesque Minho region, known for its golden church that dates back to 1530 – to the sandstone architecture in Salamanca Spain; rock art to riding bikes from Porto to the sea, this new cruise promises countless ways to soak up the splendour – from medieval castles to cinematic scenery and all the vinho, baked bread, olives and cheese a traveller could desire.Day-by-day sneak peek:Day 1: Welcome to Porto with an optional food tour, embarkation and overnight in the city.Day 2: Excursion choices include stepping back in time in Guimarães' historic city centre or cruising along the coast, on bike, from Porto Ribeira to the sea. The ship overnights in Porto Antigo.Day 3: Today's choice of excursions includes a visit to one of the Douro Valley's oldest farms, with food tasting near Peso da Régua and an overnight in Pinhão.Day 4: Experience a guided tour of Freixo de Numão, a charming village nestled between the nearby mountains, complete with regional wine-tasting or rock art in Vila Nova de Foz Côa. Tonight, Avalon Alegria docks in Barca d'Alva.Day 5: Choose from classic sightseeing in Freixo de Espada à Cinta or a visit to Salamanca in Spain. Learn to bake traditional Portuguese pastries (florinhas) during a hands-on optional excursion.Day 6: Paint a typical azulejos tile guided by a professional painter during a relaxing morning sail. Spend the afternoon in Amarante and fado the evening away. Guests overnight in Porto with plenty of free time to peruse the city. Cruisers are always choosers with Avalon.Day 7: UNESCO the day away exploring Porto – with optional excursions ranging from a canal cruise to celebratory Portuguese traditions – before spending one more night in the city.Day 8: The cruise comes to an end in Porto.Living up to its name (which, in Portuguese, means happiness), the Avalon Alegria – like the rest of the company's fleet of Suite Ships – will feature signature, award-winning Panorama Suites on two full decks. Each Suite provides guests 200-square-feet of living space, Open-Air Balconies and beds facing the views for which Avalon river cruising is famous. In addition, the Alegria, will provide guests with a pool on the Sky Deck to bask in the sun and soak-in the beauty of Portugal while sailing from a new, poolside point-of-view.This new Suite Ship, built exclusively to sail the Douro, will have a total of 14 Deluxe Staterooms and 37 Panorama Suites, accommodating just 102 guests and 33 crew members.And last…. The Biggest Cruise news for Australia & New Zealand…. For the first time, Disney Cruise Line is bringing the magic of a Disney to families and fans in Australia and New Zealand during brand-new “Disney Magic at Sea” cruises beginning late October 2023. The ship is the destination on these limited-time voyages, which have been specially created to immerse local guests in their favorite Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars stories through enchanting entertainment and enhanced experiences throughout each cruise.The Disney Wonder will embark on these “Disney Magic at Sea” cruises through February 2024, ranging from two to six nights and departing from four home ports: Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, Australia; and Auckland, New Zealand.During the repositioning voyages between Honolulu and Sydney in October 2023 and February 2024, the Disney Wonder will offer the fleet's first-ever South Pacific itineraries. These brand-new cruises will give guests from around the world the chance to experience exotic destinations like Fiji and Samoa. Bookings open to the public on Oct. 6, 2022AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND CRUISES 2023 – 2024 Cruises from SydneySail Dates: 28/10/23, 01/11/23, 24/12/23, 28/12/23, 03/01/24, 05/01/24, 08/01/24, 12/01/24,14/01/24, 20/01/24, 23/01/24, 12/02/24Prices starting from (for 2 nights on 12/01/24, per person based on double occupancy):Inside Stateroom: US$720Oceanview Stateroom: US$789Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah: US$918Concierge Stateroom with Verandah: US$1741Cruises from Melbourne Sail dates: 03/11/23, 05/11/23, 09/11/23, 12/11/23, 16/11/23, 26/01/24, 30/01/24, 02/02/24,05/2/24, 09/02/24Prices starting from (for 2 nights on 03/11/23, per person based on double occupancy):Inside Stateroom: US$546Oceanview Stateroom: US$593Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah: US$689Concierge Stateroom with Verandah: US$1281Cruises from BrisbaneSail Dates: 08/12/23, 11/12/23, 15/12/23, 20/12/23, 22/12/23Prices starting from (for 2 nights on 20/12/23, per person based on double occupancy):Inside Stateroom: US$755Oceanview Stateroom: US$821Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah: US$951Concierge Stateroom with Verandah: US$1760Cruises from AucklandSail Dates: 21/11/23, 25/11/23, 28/11/23, 01/12/23, 04/12/23Prices starting from (for 3 nights on 28/11/23, per person based on double occupancy):Inside Stateroom: US$760Oceanview Stateroom: US$818Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah: US$929Concierge Stateroom with Verandah: US$1705Prices based on stateroom category, sail date and party size. Prices include applicable taxes/GST, port expenses and fees. Sail dates and staterooms are subject to availability. Visit disneycruiseline.com/AUNZ beginning September 26, 2022 to check current pricing, availability and itineraries. Prices shown above are not guaranteed, are subject to change without notice, and do not include optional gratuities ($29-46.50 USD per person). Prices shown above are for the following categories: Concierge Family Stateroom with Verandah (03A), Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Navigator's Verandah (07A), Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom (09D), and Standard Inside Stateroom (11B).Image Credit: Disney Wonder, Disney Cruise LineImage Credit: Sun Princess, Princess CruisesAnd more... 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Our Anthropology Dept. decided to study cruises and cruising to see if there was a distinct society onboard some of the world's most popular ships. Recorded on Cunard's ocean liner, Queen Mary 2, in the midst of the turbulent North Sea, the attraction of cruising is revealed to be a very primal one. You'll never see cruising in the same light again.
In Episode 83, we chat with Tamara about the life a guest lecturer onboard cruise ships, plus Chris answers listener questions about Maritime History and of course we have the latest cruise news from around the world. Support The ShowListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhSupport Chris in his walk from Cape to Cape: All donations support zero2hero empowering young people to deal with mental health. https://donate.mycause.com.au/cause/263123?donateToMember=156839Listener QuestionsGary in Sydney asks – Hi Baz and Chris – Many years ago I was on the QM2 as part of a world voyage, embarking in Hong Kong and sailing to Sydney, during the voyage I took part in the Crossing the Line ceremony, which involved kissing a fish and lots of gunky food stuffs. It was such a fun experience and since then I've seen it a number of times on various ships and each ship does it in a similar manner.I have noticed that crew members taking part seem to get special attentionWhat I'd like to know is;What is the tradition behind this nautical mayhem?Also if a ship is doing a world cruise does the crossing the line ceremony happen every time she passes the equator?Part of this question was answered in detail in Episode 68 – https://bit.ly/2UD2afjGill from SA asks Chris – what is the algorithm you talk about?Vilma from UK asks Baz – What makes TeeMill (your chosen supplier of podcast merchandise) so good.TeeMill: https://the-big-cruise-podcast.teemill.com/the-journey/ Example of “Buy a Tee, Plant a Tree” promotion:A holistic approach to reforestationThis weekend, we count your orders and fund the planting of trees in your brand's name. Our international tree planting partners work to address reforestation through a mixture of approaches. As well as directly seeding land with native seed species, they also employ methods like creating ‘seed bombs' which contain seeds mixed with clay, compost and soil, ready to plant when the rainy season arrives. After the trees are planted, protecting them is vital. Patrols and guard towers watch for fires and keep the forests from getting cut down illegally or destroyed by natural disasters.34 football pitches of forest plantedTogether, so far, across our tree planting weekends, we've planted enough trees to sequester over 1.7 million kilograms of CO2 from the atmosphere. Trees are the ultimate carbon storage system without requiring any expensive tech, helping to fight climate change. What's more, they also help to cool our air by releasing water through their leaves which then turns into water vapour. The larger the tree, the more carbon it can hold which is why our tree planting partners work hard to protect forests as well as plant them. You can find your own tree planting stats in Analytics and set a Green Friday target for customers to get behind. Posting live updates across the weekend is a great way to keep your community engaged as you move towards your reforestation goal.Guest Lecturer - Tamara Tamara is an 8th generation Australian. Her family were Navy officers at Rushcutters Bay and arrived with the first fleet. The family has continued to be maritime officers. Her grandfather was a Sydney Harbour pilot. Her father was appointed Capt of MV Gedera – Zim in 1963 and all her male cousins are Captains and/or pilots. She was always bound to love the ocean! Tamara on land is a celebrant, and when at sea has been offering guest enrichment onboard Cruise & Maritime Voyages. Her cruise history includes some impressive ships and ocean liners. Passenger:2014 Egypt – Nile “Star Goddess” Sonesta Cruises2017 Alaska – Inside Passage “Alaskan Dream” Alaskan Dream Cruises2018 Southbound repositioning – Amsterdam to Auckland via Panama Canal “Astor” CMV – I surprised my parents who were doing this voyage to celebrate their 55th wedding ann. The last time they went through the Panama Canal my mum was pregnant with me, so I figured I should be there this time too.Guest Lecturer:2019 British Isles – Portsmouth to Portsmouth “Marco Polo” CMV2019 British Isles – Tilbury -Tilbury “Vasco da Gama” CMV2019 Baltic cities & St Petersburg – Hull to Hull “Astoria” CMV2019 Southbound repositioning – Tilbury to Sydney via Panama Canal “Vasco da Gama” CMV2020 Amazon, West Indies & Azores – Tilbury-Tilbury “ Magellan” CMVFacebook: @tamara.spiritual.celebrantCruise NewsP&O Cruises Australia Now Paused Until 3 March Next YearDespite tentative signs of a restart to cruising in Australia, P&O Cruises Australia has had to make the difficult decision to further extend its pause in operations to 3 March, 2022 amid continued uncertainty over when governments will allow the cruise industry to resume.The extended pause applies to cruises scheduled to depart from 15 February, 2022 until 3 March, 2022 from Sydney and Brisbane. Earlier this month, P&O Cruises Australia cancelled next year's scheduled seasons for Adelaide, Fremantle and Cairns.Carnival cancelsCarnival Cruise Line has extended its pause in operations for Australian sailings.The cruise line has cut voyages through to and including 08 April on board Carnival Splendor, as well as through to and including 10 April on board Carnival Spirit.Dream Cruises announces Singapore departures now open for bookings from international travellers, including AustraliansWorld Dream bookings that are available for Singapore residents only are also currently open to non-residents in Singapore, as well as international travellers, including Australians entering the country via the Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL). This marks a new milestone for Dream Cruises that will help to fuel the recovery of the Fly-cruise industry for both Singapore and internationally.Travellers from abroad entering Singapore will have to fulfil the mandatory Border & Health Control Measures in Response to COVID-19 as implemented by the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) to be eligible to cruise. As part of Dream Cruises' ongoing commitment towards safety for its guests and crew, all embarking guests will also need to undergo a compulsory pre-boarding Antigen Rapid Test (ART) at the cruise terminal and present a negative test result for COVID-19.World Dream celebrated its first anniversary of cruise resumption in Singapore, earlier this month with over 200,000 guests since 6 November 2020.MSC Cruises, has hosted the naming ceremony of MSC Virtuosa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates MSC Cruises, has hosted the naming ceremony of MSC Virtuosa when Hollywood superstar Sophia Loren officially named the ship in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) on the weekend.MSC Cruises chose Dubai to host the ceremony in recognition of its long-term commitment to the UAE and the wider Middle East market where it is the brand leader.Equipped with some of the latest marine technologies available, MSC Virtuosa is one of the world's most environmentally advanced cruise ships. No effort has been spared to minimise her footprint. MSC Cruises shares the UAE's ambition to reach net zero emissions by 2050 and MSC Virtuosa represents yet another milestone on the journey towards reaching this goal.MSC Virtuosa can carry up to 6,334 passengers and 1,704 crew and is set to serve the Arabian Sea until March 2022 from her base in Dubai.Hosted by well-known UAE TV personality Omar Butti as Master of Ceremonies, Hollywood icon Sophia Loren took to the stage to officially name her 17th MSC Cruises' ship by cutting the ribbon that breaks the bottle on the ship's hull.The star-studded night culminated in a spectacular firework display against the stunning Dubai skyline, before a celebratory gourmet dinner in one of the ships' elegant restaurants. Event guests were also treated to a performance by internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Rag'n'Bone Man.Caribbean Princess Welcomes Guests Back Onboard for a Season of Cruises to the Tropical Caribbean from Ft. LauderdaleEnthusiastic cruisers set sail aboard Caribbean Princess from Ft. Lauderdale for a vacation to the Eastern Caribbean, marking the return to service of the next Princess Cruises ship.The cruise ship is sailing on roundtrip voyages from Port Everglades in Ft. Lauderdale to the tropical Eastern and Western Caribbean, visiting popular destinations such as St. Kitts, St. Thomas, Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Princess Cays, the cruise line's private island resort in the Bahamas. Seven-day cruises are combinable for 14-day Eastern and Western Adventurer voyages.All guests sailing on Eastern Caribbean itineraries visit Princess Cays private island resort for a day of fun, sun, water activities and a beach BBQ, ranked among the “Top Cruise Line Private Island Destinations” by Cruise Critic. The island even offers cabanas with air conditioning and bar service. MedallionNet Wi-Fi featuring reliable and fast connectivity is also available on the island for cruisers who wish to take advantage of an oceanfront office for the day or to share photos and videos with friends and family back home.Recently modernized to appeal to families of all sizes and age groups, Caribbean Princess immerses guests in the destinations the ship visits offering unique themed food and drink offerings. Camp Discovery, the youth and teen centre, offers younger cruisers the opportunity to make new friends, hang out and engage in enriching activities.Favourite family features onboard include The Reef Outdoor Splash Zone with shade, sun and water activities for the kids; Movies Under the Stars showcasing first-fun movies, sports events and more; and fine and quick-service dining options appealing to all tastes and preferences.Princess Cruises Honours Women of The Explorers Club Serving as Godmothers of Enchanted PrincessCelebrating the inauguration of a new cruise ship is a time-honored, maritime tradition and Princess Cruises today announced details about the naming ceremony of Enchanted Princess, which is showcased in an original production entitled, “Our World, Enchanted,” scheduled to broadcast globally at 1:00 pm PST / 4:00 pm ET on Dec. 13, 2021, on Princess Cruises' YouTube channel and Facebook page.Since its inception in 1904, members of The Explorers Club have traversed the earth, the seas, the skies, and even the moon, on expeditions of exploration. This multidisciplinary, professional society is dedicated to the advancement of field research, scientific exploration and resource conservation. The three godmothers of Enchanted Princess have been recognized for their achievements in expeditions, oceanography and mapping the oceans and they include:Captain Lynn Danaher – Captain Danaher has been a United States Coast Guard Licensed Master and Dive Master since 1994. She is a founding member and president of the Pacific Islands Research Institute since 2008 and co-founder of the Friday Harbor Film Festival since 2013. She joined The Explorers Club in 2005 and has served as chair of the Pacific Northwest Chapter for two years and the Board of Directors for six years. She has completed eight Explorers Club Flag Expeditions. Captain Danaher is an officer of The Explorers Club, serving as Vice President: Mission Programming and Chair of the Headquarters Renovation Committee. She is also a licensed Contractor in the State of Hawaii.Dr. Vicki Ferrini – After completing her PhD in Coastal Oceanography, Dr. Ferrini extended her research interests from the coast to the hidden deep-sea world. The majority of the global ocean is unmapped, unexplored and uncharacterized, and her work aims to help solve that. A Senior Research Scientist at Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Dr. Ferrini leads several efforts focused on making sure data are preserved and can be accessed by scientists and the public alike. She is committed to building a vibrant international community of collaborators, and works with colleagues around the world to help build bridges between people and the ocean through data. Dr. Ferrini joined the Explorers Club in 2021 when she was selected as one of the Explorers Club 50 – fifty explorers changing the world.Jenifer Austin – Jenifer Austin spent nearly 14 years at Google, where she co-led the team that launched the first virtual map of the ocean in the company's consumer products Google Earth and Google Maps and also launched Underwater Streetview in Google Maps and Global Fishing Watch. She then started Oceanagenda.com to help bring together diverse groups to support holistic ocean conservation and stewardship. She is a scuba diver. A fellow of the Explorers Club (FN'14), she has served on the W40 Women's Committee, speaking as a part of the Women of the Deep and hosting a panel in its finale Pathfinders Symposium. Austin is a mother of two children.The 145,000-ton, 3,660-guest ship represents an evolution of the design platform used for her sister ships – Royal Princess (2013), Regal Princess (2014), Majestic Princess (2017) and Sky Princess (2019) – offering an elevation of spectacular style and elegance that is distinguished by Princess. The ship's inaugural cruise season began Nov. 10, with various 10-day Southern Caribbean itineraries, sailing roundtrip from Ft. LauderdaleHurtigruten Expeditions Donates to Alaska Wilderness League and Galápagos Conservancy to Protect Local WildlifeNORTH AMERICA SPECIFICHurtigruten Expeditions, will donate 1% of all North American bookings made in November and December for Alaska and the Galápagos to Alaska Wilderness League and Galápagos Conservancy, respectively, through its Hurtigruten Foundation.Galápagos and Alaska are some of the latest additions to Hurtigruten Expeditions' growing global offering of unique experiences – with the first Galápagos expedition cruises starting from January 2022. The funds will be donated through the Hurtigruten Foundation.The Hurtigruten Foundation aims to create a lasting, positive impact in the remote places Hurtigruten Expeditions operates and actively seeks to support initiatives that support local communities, protect endangered species or lead to the reduction in plastics and marine litter.For summer 2022, Hurtigruten Expeditions will have its first full season in Alaska, offering two itineraries, one that's 14 days and one that's 18 days, either southbound or northbound. The 18-day cruise includes stops where hardly any other cruise line has ever visited, including the Alaskan Peninsula, the Aleutian Islands, and the uninhabited St. Paul and St. Matthew Islands.All 2022 Alaskan itineraries are onboard the hybrid-battery-powered MS Roald Amundsen. By booking a Hurtigruten Expeditions voyage in November or December, North American travelers will contribute directly to preserving the Alaskan wilderness they explore.For the Galápagos, the new partnership with Galápagos Conservancy will see donations divided between three multi-year, multi-partner programs:Iniciativa Galápagos: Restoring Giant Tortoises. More than 10,000 Giant Tortoises have been reared in captivity and released to the wild to reverse the decimation of their numbers caused by centuries of over-exploitation, but populations are still 10% of original size, and available habitats are only 35% occupied. Hurtigruten's funding will go towards the organization's breeding, rearing, release, and research programs concerning these ecologically critical animals and their ecosystems;Strengthening the Galápagos Marine Reserve. The nutrient-rich waters of the newly-expanded Galápagos Marine Reserve are an oasis for one of the world's highest concentrations of ocean biodiversity, including nearly 3,000 species of marine wildlife. Galápagos Conservancy is on the leading edge of combatting climate change and incursions by invasive species, and Hurtigruten funding will go toward this and a wide array of marine protection and restoration programs; andSaving Pink Land Iguanas. On the remote slopes of Wolf Volcano on Isabela Island, the endemic Pink Land Iguana — a key species in the development of evolutionary science — is teetering on the brink of extinction. With an estimated 211 individuals left in the world, Hurtigruten funding will go towards expeditions to collect additional information on breeding and nesting behavior, construction of a permanent hut to serve as a base of operations for future fieldwork on the volcano, and control of introduced predators.Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils 2024 Deployment, Releases the Most Itineraries for Sale in its HistoryNorwegian Cruise Line (NCL), has opened for sale the most itineraries at once in its history, unveiling sailings from 35 departure ports – including brand-new NCL homeports in Haifa, Israel and La Romana, Dominican Republic. The announcement includes Australia and New Zealand cruises, as well as cruises within Northern Europe, The Mediterranean, Alaska and the Caribbean through to October 2024, while Hawai'i inter-island 7-day voyages are now open up to Dec 2025.Australian travellers can look forward to Norwegian Spirit returning to Australian and New Zealand waters from December 2023, offering eight 12-day sailings between Sydney and Auckland. Following the most extensive and expensive makeover in NCL history – at a cost of USD$100m – Norwegian Spirit is designed to be different, appealing to the adult cruiser and epitomising laidback luxuryFIRSTSThe newly opened itineraries feature 35 departure ports across the globe, including two new-to-brand homeport destinations – Haifa, Israel and La Romana, Dominican Republic:Norwegian Epic will make her debut in Haifa, Israel's largest international seaport, in November 2022. The vessel will offer 11-and-12-day Mediterranean open-jaw sailings to and from Haifa, Israel and Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy starting 8 November 2023 through 12 December The ship will call to beautiful destinations such as Livorno (Florence) and Naples, Italy; Kusadasi and Istanbul, Turkey; Piraeus (Athens), Patmos, and Rhodes, Greece; and Limassol, Cyprus. This itinerary will also feature 17-hours of port time in Ashdod, Israel giving guests sufficient time to tour the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv as well as one of the oldest cities in the world, Jerusalem.Norwegian Sky will be the first to sail a series of port-rich 7-day roundtrip Southern Caribbean cruises from La Romana, Dominican Republic with a port-of-call each day from 8 January 2024 through 22 April 2024, making NCL the only major cruise company sailing Southern Caribbean voyages with no sea days.AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALANDNorwegian Spirit will return to Australian and New Zealand waters, offering immersive 12-day itineraries that explore exquisite natural beauty and cosmopolitan cities. With departures from both Sydney and Auckland, these open-jaw voyages allow guests plenty of time in port to explore their own backyard in-depth. Highlights include the Art Deco capital of the world, Napier, as well as a scenic cruise through New Zealand's famous Sounds.HAWAIIPride of America's year-round 7-day inter-island Hawai'i voyages are now open for sale through to December 2025. NCL is the only cruise line to offer year-round, inter-island voyages that visit four islands over seven days with two overnights and no sea days, allowing guests more time to explore their stunning surrounds.ALASKAOn 22 April 2024 and 25 September 2024, Norwegian Spirit will once again offer her “Fire and Ice” voyages – an open-jaw itinerary sailing to and from Honolulu and Vancouver, visiting the tropical islands of Hawai'i and beautiful towns of Alaska. Guests will discover paradise as they overnight in Nawiliwili (Kauai), and island hop to Kahului (Maui), and Hilo, Hawai'i and then sail towards the Last Frontier where the vessel will cruise through striking glaciers towards the Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, a United Nations World Heritage Site, followed by calls to Juneau, Icy Strait Point, Skagway and Ketchikan, Alaska. For those looking to be the first to experience this once-in-a-lifetime itinerary, the debut “Fire and Ice” sailing will take place 12 June 2022, followed by a second sailing on 3 October 2022.GREEK ISLES AND MEDITERRANEANNorwegian Epic will make her debut in Trieste (Venice), Italy and Koper, Slovenia during her 14-day Grand Mediterranean holiday sailing on 22 December 2023 – inviting guests to experience Europe in a unique way, during the cooler festive season. The itinerary will offer zero sea days and overnight visits in Dubrovnik, Croatia on Christmas Eve, as well as Barcelona and Palma Mallorca, Spain to celebrate the new year.Norwegian Escape will offer five, 10-to-11-day Grand Mediterranean sailings between April 2024 and October 2024 where guests will spend over 105 hours exploring Mediterranean ports in Croatia, France, Greece, Italy, Malta and Spain. During the 24 April 2024 sailing, the ship will call to Ibiza, Spain with a late midnight departure allowing guests to enjoy the late evening hours of the famed town. The ship will also make her debut call in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Norwegian Escape will also offer a series of 7-day roundtrip cruises from Barcelona starting on 26 May 2024, featuring zero sea days and visiting six ports-of-call including Cannes, France; Livorno (Florence), Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples, and Cagliari, Italy; and Palma De Mallorca, Spain. Guests have the chance to spend more than 11 hours in Livorno (Florence), Civitavecchia (Rome), and Naples, three of the most historically and culturally rich cities in Italy.Norwegian Pearl will sail a series of 7-day roundtrip voyages from 26 May 2024 through 27 October 2024 from Trieste (Venice), Italy making calls in two medieval walled towns: Kotor, Montenegro and Dubrovnik, Croatia, and offering a late departure in Santorini for guests to take in their picturesque sunsets.NORTHERN EUROPENorwegian Getaway will offer one 9-day roundtrip sailing from Copenhagen on 13 May 2024 where guests have the chance to visit seven different countries in Northern Europe in nine days: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, and the United Kingdom. Travellers can fully immerse themselves in each city as the itinerary allows them to spend at least nine hours in every port.CANADA & NEW ENGLANDFrom 2 September through 25 September 2024 Norwegian Joy will offer 7-and-8-day open jaw sailings from New York City and Quebec City, one of the top-rated ports by our guests sailing Canada and New England itineraries. Travelers can plan an extended stay in each city pre-and-post cruise to further enjoy the destinations.PANAMA CANALNorwegian Joy will offer an 11-day open jaw sailing from Miami to Panama City on 25 November 2023 where guests will have over eight hours in all ports-of-call with a full 13 hours in Willemstad, Curaçao, ideal for a scuba diving adventure or a stroll down their picturesque pier featuring colorful colonial Dutch buildings. The vessel will also offer two 15-day Panama Canal open-jaw sailings from Miami on 6 January 2024 and from Los Angeles on 26 January 2024 where she will overnight in Panama City where guests can tour its old colonial center or enjoy the vibrant nightlife.CARIBBEANSeveral NCL ships will be sailing the Caribbean with three vessels making a first-time visit to Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos, plus additional ports-of-call.Norwegian Getaway will make her debut in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos during her 12-day holiday sailing on 21 December 2023 from New York City where guests will spend Christmas day in tropical San Juan, Puerto Rico; while Norwegian Joy will make her debut in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos during a summer voyage from New York City in August 2024.Norwegian Joy will make her debut call in Philipsburg, St. Maarten and Kralendijk, Bonaire during her 12-day Southern Caribbean cruise from New York City to Miami on 16 October 2023.Norwegian Jade will make her debut in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos; and St. George's, Grenada, during her 14-day Southern Caribbean voyage on 26 November 2023 from Tampa, Florida.BERMUDANorwegian Joy will offer four, five and 7-day roundtrip sailings from New York City to Bermuda from 9 April 2024 through 11 October 2024 with the 7-day sailings providing up to 55 hours in port at the Royal Naval Dockyard. Currently, NCL is the only cruise line to offer three days in Bermuda allowing guests to shop in the capital city of Hamilton or relax on the destination's famous pink sand beaches.Princes 2023/24 Australian Deployment now open for Sale PLUS Two Royal Class ships call Sydney Home with Majestic Princess and Royal Princess both homeported from the Harbour CityPrincess Cruises has unveiled a world of new travel opportunities for Australians in its latest program, including the longest-ever roundtrip cruise offered from Australia – a stunning 110-night global odyssey departing late April 2024.In a move that reflects strong demand for bucket list destinations, the cruise line today announced it will open bookings for its new 2023/24 Australian cruise program in early December- an unprecedented 11 months ahead of schedule for its world cruise.Featuring 113 departures between September 2023 and October 2024, the program is one of Princess' largest yet, with two Royal-class ships – Royal Princess and Majestic Princess – based in Sydney, while Grand Princess will cruise from Melbourne and Coral Princess will sail from Brisbane and Fremantle.Between them, the four ships will offer more than 40 Australian cruises and over 30 New Zealand cruises, as well as eight Asian itineraries and more than 10 Trans-Pacific sailing options.The 2000-guest Coral Princess features a large number of balcony staterooms, suites and mini-suites as well as a wide array of restaurants and lounges, and offers a superb level of comfort and space ideal for longer voyages. In addition to the world cruise, Coral Princess will sail on Princess' popular round-Australia itineraries, with two departures from both Sydney and Brisbane, as well as a 21-night voyage to see the sights of Asia from Sydney to Yokohama aboard Royal Princess departing 6 April 2024.With departures available from Adelaide, Fremantle and Auckland as well Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne, the 2023/24 program offers a wide range of Australian itineraries including a new 12-night cruise to South Australia and Tasmania from Sydney on Majestic Princess and two cruises to Queensland from Melbourne.Highlights of the 2023/24 program include:Coral Princess' 110-night world cruise with roundtrip departures from Sydney on 30 April 2024 and Brisbane on 2 May 2024. Princess will offer 33 trans-Tasman cruises to New Zealand, ranging from 5 to 20 nights, with departures from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide. An all new 12-night roundtrip cruise from Sydney on Majestic Princess visiting Melbourne, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Port Lincoln, Port Arthur and Hobart. A 10-night exploration of Western Australia's stunning Coral Coast, sailing from Fremantle on Coral Princess and visiting Exmouth, Broome, Kuri Bay, and Geraldton. Round-Australia cruises on Coral Princess, with departures from Sydney and Brisbane. 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IntroductionIn this episode Chris and Baz compare QE2 to QM2, Listener David shares his photos of QE arriving into Scotland, Baz introduces a new segment “Itinerary of the Week” and the latest cruise news from around the world.Support the PodcastThis podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXMaritime HistoryBaz and Chris compare the iconic liners QM2 and QE2 on size, speed, design and luxury.Check out Chris's video for more: https://youtu.be/AFgq-Pao8h8 Listener PhotosThanks to David in Scotland for sending in some great images of QE arriving into Greenock at sunrise. A few of them are in the show notes of todays episode.Image Credit: Cunard, Queen Elizabeth by David GoudieItinerary of the WeekJewel of the Seas – Mon 19 Sep 22 – 9nts – Tarragona (Spain) to Athens (Greece)Tarragona – at sea – Messina – Sicily (Italy), Zakynthos (Greece), Chania – Crete (Greece), Santorini (Greece), Rhodes (Greece), Kusadasi-Ephesus (Turkey), Mykonos (Greece), Athens (Greece)Contact your local CLIA cruise agent for availability and rates.Cruise NewsCarnival Cruise Line To Provide Carnival Glory To Support New Orleans Recovery Efforts From Hurricane IdaCarnival Cruise Line announced today that it has an agreement with the city of New Orleans and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide Carnival Glory for first responders housing through Sept. 18.Related to this announcement, Carnival will cancel Glory's cruise scheduled to depart on Sept. 12 and will plan to restart its guest operations with Carnival Glory from New Orleans on Sunday, Sept. 19. Carnival had already cancelled the Sept. 5 departure for Carnival Glory.Carnival Glory arrived at the Port of New Orleans on Friday and underwent a required U.S. Coast Guard inspection. The ship began provisioning food, water and materials to prepare for up to 2,600 hospital workers, first responders, city and utility workers and other emergency personnel to join the ship. The ship will stay in port and serve as emergency housing for frontline workers directly involved in the city's infrastructure recovery and healthcare needs.Holland America Line Announces Spring 2022 Return-to-Service Dates for Final Three Ships in the FleetBy late (northern) spring 2022, Holland America Line will have a complete fleet back to cruising with the restart of operations for Noordam, Oosterdam and Westerdam. Noordam will restart with a March 14, 2022, cruise in Japan; Oosterdam will begin cruising May 1 in the Mediterranean, and Westerdam will return to service May 8 in Alaska. The ships will join Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam and Zuiderdam, which have returned to service or are slated to restart cruising by December 2021. Volendam and Zaandam will return in May 2022.Noordam Plans Return to Service in JapanHolland America Line is working with Japanese authorities to begin cruising for Noordam next spring in Japan with four sailings scheduled.When Noordam sets sail in March, the ship plans to offer three 14-day cruises that deeply explore Japan. Sailing roundtrip from Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan, the ship makes several calls around the exotic country and with a one- or two-day visit on each itinerary to South Korea, Taiwan or Russia. The 14-day journeys can be combined to form 28-day Collectors' Voyages.In April, Noordam will cross the Pacific Ocean and sail a season in Alaska with cruises between Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and Whittier, Alaska.Oosterdam Returns to the MediterraneanGuests eager to visit the Med next year can embark Oosterdam beginning with the May 1 departure. The ship will sail the season in the region, cruising between Civitavecchia (Rome) and Venice, Italy; and Barcelona, Spain, and Venice; or roundtrip from Venice on seven- and 12-day itineraries. Oosterdam will explore ports in Italy, Greece, Turkey, Montenegro, Croatia, Albania, France, Malta and Israel.Following a transatlantic crossing in November 2022, the ship will transit the Panama Canal and take a southerly route to offer a series of South America and Antarctica expeditions ranging from 14 to 22 days between Buenos Aires, Argentina, and San Antonio (Santiago), Chile.Westerdam Sets Sail for AlaskaWhen Westerdam returns on May 8, the ship will embark on a season of seven-day Alaska cruises roundtrip from Seattle, Washington. Come September, the ship will cross the Pacific Ocean and begin a season in the Far East offering a variety of 14-day itineraries from Singapore; Hong Kong, China; and Yokohama (Tokyo).Guests on January to May 2022 Cruises Will Move to 2023With these restart dates for Noordam, Oosterdam and Westerdam, cruises in Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and South America and Antarctica from January 2022 through the return-to-service departures will be cancelled.Seabourn Announces Updated Restart Date For Seabourn QuestSeabourn, the ultra-luxury cruise line, continues to work with various global government and port officials to develop plans for a full return of cruise travel. Seabourn has updated the restart of one of its remaining ships, Seabourn Quest, in time for the summer season in the Mediterranean on May 10, 2022.The ship will resume service in Europe, where it will spend its summer 2022 season homeporting from Venice, Italy. Seabourn Quest will visit the historic countries in the Adriatic and Ionian seas through mid-July before turning west and north to explore coastal destinations across Spain, Portugal, France and the United Kingdom.The revised restart date also means the brand is cancelling the 2021-2022 Antarctica and South America season on Seabourn Quest, which also includes the Amazon region. The line is currently operating two of the five ships in its fleet, Seabourn Odyssey and Seabourn Ovation.Oceania Cruises, has unveiled the Inaugural Season of voyage itineraries for Vista, the line's newest shipOceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has unveiled the Inaugural Season of voyage itineraries for Vista, the line's newest ship. The 18 Inaugural Season voyages commence in April 2023 and will span more than 24 countries across four continents, from the ancient sands of Asia in the east to the glittering hills of Hollywood in the west. Vista's Inaugural Season voyages are now available for travellers and travel partners to preview online at OceaniaCruises.com and will open for sale on 16 September 2021.Inaugural Season HighlightsThe gala Maiden Voyage sails from Rome to Barcelona on 14 April 202318 voyages spanning more than 24 countries across four continentsSpanish, French, and Italian Rivieras; Greek Isles; Holy Lands of Turkey and Israel; Canary Islands; Wine Country of Spain, Portugal, and France; The British Isles & Ireland; Colonial America; and Panama CanalOvernight stays in Lisbon, Venice, Istanbul, Jerusalem, Bordeaux, Montreal, and New York CityVista's Inaugural VoyagesMaiden Voyage – Rome to Barcelona, 14 April 2023, 12 days Sorrento/Capri, Messina, Valletta, Florence/Pisa/Tuscany, Monte Carlo, Toulon, Port-Vendres, Palma de Mallorca, Ibiza, ValenciaBarcelona to Lisbon, 26 April 2023, 10 daysAlicante, Granada, Arrecife, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Tangier, Lisbon (overnight)Lisbon to Venice, 6 May 2023, 14 days Seville, Málaga, Cartagena, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Marseille, Monte Carlo, Rome, Sorrento/Capri, Messina, Dubrovnik, Venice (overnight)Venice to Athens, 20 May 2023, 12 daysSplit, Bari, Kotor, Mykonos, Kavala/Philippi, Istanbul (overnight), Ephesus, Rhodes, SantoriniAthens to Istanbul, 1 June 2023, 10 daysSantorini, Heraklion, Bodrum, Antalya, Limassol, Rhodes, Ephesus, Bozcaada, Istanbul (overnight)Istanbul to Rome, 11 June 2023, 14 daysIstanbul (overnight), Izmir, Santorini, Rhodes, Limassol, Jerusalem (overnight in Haifa and visit to Ashdod), Chania, Argostoli, Taormina, SalernoRome to Athens, 25 June 2023, 10 daysNaples/Pompeii, Messina, Valletta, Mykonos, Istanbul (overnight), Ephesus, SantoriniAthens to Venice, 5 July 2023, 10 daysMykonos, Istanbul (overnight), Ephesus, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Venice (overnight)Venice to Rome, 15 July 2023, 10 daysSplit, Dubrovnik, Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Argostoli, Taormina, SalernoRome to Barcelona, 25 July 2023, 10 daysNaples/Pompeii, Messina, Valletta, Florence/Pisa/Tuscany, Monte Carlo, Saint-Tropez, Marseille, Palma de MallorcaBarcelona to London, 4 August 2023, 14 daysMálaga, Tangier, Seville, Lisbon (overnight), Oporto, La Coruña, Bilbao, Bordeaux (overnight), Saint-MaloLondon to London, 18 August 2023, 12 dayEdinburgh, Kirkwall, Stornoway, Glasgow, Belfast, Liverpool, Dublin, Holyhead, Waterford, PortlandLondon to New York, 30 August 2023, 18 daysParis, Saint-Malo, Torbay, Cork, Belfast, Dublin, Killybegs, St. John's, Saint-Pierre, Saint John, Bar Harbor, Boston, NewportNew York to Montreal, 18 September 2023, 11 daysNewport, Boston, Bar Harbor, Saint John, Shelburne, Sydney, Saguenay, Quebec City, Montreal (overnight)Montreal to Miami, 29 September 2023, 15 daysMontreal (overnight), Quebec City, Saguenay, Sydney, Shelburne, Bar Harbor, Portland, Martha's Vineyard, New York (overnight), CharlestonMiami to Los Angeles, 16 October 2023, 16 days or Los Angeles to Miami, 3 November 2023, 16 daysGeorge Town, Cartagena, Panama Canal, Puntarenas, Corinto, Puerto Quetzal, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada (3 November voyage operates in reverse order) Vista Highlights12 dining options, four of them brand new1,200 guests served by 800 crew members = two crew members for every three guestsThe most spacious standard staterooms at sea – more than 26 square metresAll Penthouse Suites and Staterooms feature large bathrooms with oversized rainforest showersAll Owner's, Vista and Oceania Suites feature luxurious soaking tubsPalatial Owner's Suites and top-of-ship Library styled exclusively in Ralph Lauren HomeNew Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms for Solo TravellersEight bars, lounges, and entertainment venuesAquamar Spa + Vitality Center and Aquamar Spa TerraceNCL Latest episode of EMBARK now liveNorwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 54-year history of breaking boundaries, today premieres the next episode of EMBARK – the Series, “Welcome Aboard,” which will be live at 10am AEST at www.ncl.com/embark and Facebook.The Company's five-part docuseries chronicling its return to cruising journey continues with a behind-the-scenes look at its Great Cruise Comeback when Norwegian Jade becomes the first ship in the fleet to welcome guests back on board after 500 days.In this fourth episode, viewers will witness the emotional moments when crew reunite for the first time after many months, as well as their excitement to do what they do best – deliver memorable cruise experiences. The episode will showcase the final preparations to ready the ship before the first guests embark and Norwegian Jade makes history as the first ship in the NCL fleet to homeport in Athens.Celebrity Cruises Invites Consumers To See This Wonderful World AgainCelebrity Cruises, today launched a multi-million-dollar global advertising campaign enticing all consumers to reawaken their wanderlust and reconnect with the people and the world around them.With the tagline, “Journey Safe, Journey Wonderfull,” the campaign powerfully taps into the transformative wonders of experiencing the world from the perspective of a Celebrity ship. The campaign blends new luxury experiences with places and people at its heart, doubling down on a message of inclusivity. The campaign's television spot opens by posing the question, “How many precious moments have we missed?”, before taking the viewer on a journey filled with experiences and wonders one might not immediately associate with a cruise.Set to a remix of Louis Armstrong's iconic life-affirming ballad “What a Wonderful World,” the spot draws on the lyrics, enticing the viewer at every moment to return to experiencing the fullness of life. The spot also reminds viewers that there are new safety considerations in today's travel environment that Celebrity Cruises takes seriously. Like many other travel brands, Celebrity Cruises paused its operations in March 2020 as the coronavirus pandemic took hold. After nearly 16 months, it became the first cruise operator to sail with passengers from both North America, and then, the first to sail from a U.S. port when Celebrity Edge left Fort Lauderdale on June 26 for a seven-night cruise of the Caribbean.https://youtu.be/uQet84z_quECarnival Corporation to Provide Convenient Access to Pre-Board Testing (USA only) The world's largest cruise company, today announced a new initiative making pre-board testing more convenient and accessible for its guests. The effort will facilitate access to pre-cruise COVID-19 viral testing for guests of Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Seabourn at more than 1,500 convenient Quest Diagnostics patient service centers and retail pharmacy testing locations throughout the U.S.The program helps streamline pre-cruise preparation for guests planning to sail aboard Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line or Seabourn. Currently, all guests, regardless of vaccination status, must present a negative COVID-19 viral test taken no more than three days before their embarkation, along with additional health and safety requirements. Beginning September 13, 2021 and after, in accordance with CDC directives, all vaccinated guests must present a negative COVID-19 viral test taken no more than two days before their embarkation (for example, if a cruise leaves on a Saturday, guests should schedule their tests for the Thursday before embarking). Details about requirements are available on the Carnival Corporation cruise line brand websites.The pre-board test (molecular or antigen) is one of the added measures recently implemented by the company's cruise lines, which have been operating with enhanced health and safety protocols designed to change as needed to adapt to the evolving public health environment.Guests may schedule testing with Quest Diagnostics at more than 1,500 locations, including Quest Diagnostics patient service centers and select Walmart and other retail pharmacy locations throughout the U.S. Appointments are required and may be scheduled online via secure link provided by Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line or Seabourn. Results are typically available within 48 hours via email or mobile application*A-ROSA unveils spa offering on A-ROSA SENAA-ROSA River Cruises has released the latest details and renders of its spa offering on board its newest ship, A-ROSA SENA, launching in May 2022. Setting the bar high in both sustainability and on board innovations, the ship will feature an extra-large wellness area with a fitness room. Located on the first deck, the spa introduces a new standard, one might not expect to find on a river cruise vessel.The SPA-ROSA will feature a whirlpool, a Finnish sauna, heated benches for relaxation and an ice grotto with an ice fountain for cooling off. There are two treatment rooms where guest can enjoy a range of spa treatments and massages.The fitness room is much larger than on the existing fleet, enabling more group classes to be offered. There is space for up to six yoga mats, one of them with a TRX sling. The room is also equipped with eight premium fitness machines including rowing, cycling and running machines for endurance training plus strength machines for the upper and lower body.With flexibility key at A-ROSA, guests using the gym can choose to workout independently, enjoying the ever-changing scenery outside or they can use the machines to access an array of workouts using ‘Life Fitness on Demand' with guidance and instruction from trainers. In addition, guests can link the machines in the gym to their smartwatches to ensure their training activity onboard is logged.Ensuring that all guests of the SPA-ROSA stay hydrated between treatments and training sessions, refreshments such as drinks and wellness snacks will be available at a self-service bar. There is also a relaxation room with loungers, a sofa, armchairs and a fireplace. For those who want to relax outside, the sundeck boasts two pools and loungers.Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines introduces Made for Life Organics aboard new ships to offer inclusive spa experienceFred. Olsen has become the first cruise line to partner with wellbeing experts Made for Life Organics, to offer inclusive spa experiences including for those living with long-term health conditions.New ships Bolette and Borealis will be the first in the fleet to offer the new rituals, which will include meditative back, body and scalp treatments and facials, suitable for those with sensitive skin and living with cancer. The rituals use organic, botanical ingredients.Made for Life Organics was launched in Cornwall in 2003 and developed advanced Cancer Touch Therapy training, enabling people going through cancer to receive the therapeutic benefits of touch. 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Episode OverviewIn episode 70, Powlo reviews his recent cruise aboard Cunard's, Queen Elizabeth, Alex asks Chris about the historical significance of Singapore and of course we have the latest cruise news.In support of episode 70, Sandals & Sunsets are offering listeners a saving of Spanish Avarca Sandals. Use code “BigPod” when visiting https://bit.ly/3yKAh33Support The Show - Buy Me A Coffee This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXMaritime History / Listener QuestionAlex asks Chris. “In modern times Singapore was/is a global port handling everything from cargo to passengers. Was Singapore if historical importance to the line voyages, if so, when did it become so, or was the focus always mostly on trade/cargo?”Cruise Review: Queen ElizabethPowlo experienced the first cruise post COVID onboard Queen Elizabeth, he joins todays podcast at 18m:45s.During the conversation, Powlo mentions his next cruise, a Transatlantic Voyage on Queen Mary 2 in Nov 2021. Since recording, Cunard have cancelled the voyage and will be replacing all QM2 voyages with close to home, UK departures through to January 2022.Cunard: https://bit.ly/2WUk12hQueen Elizabeth: https://bit.ly/38GNS0FImage Credit: Powlo enjoying Chris Frames latest book onboard Queen ElizabethCruise NewsCrystal River Cruises Celebrates Resumption of European River CruisingThe World's Most Luxurious River Cruise Line, celebrated the resumption of European river cruise operations and its return to Europe's beloved rivers as Crystal Ravel sailed from Vilshofen on a seven-night Danube itinerary featuring calls in Germany, Austria and Hungary, shipboard overnights in Vienna and Budapest, and cruising of the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley. In Vilshofen, the officers and crew welcomed guests back to Crystal Ravel after a nearly 18-month pause in operations. August 30, sister ship Crystal Debussy is set to cruise from Basel on a seven-night Rhine itinerary with calls in Switzerland, France, Germany and Netherlands and overnight calls in Koblenz and Amsterdam.Crystal Ravel departs August 29 from Vishofen to cruise the DanubeCrystal Debussy departs August 30 from Basel to cruise the RhineOceania Cruises Resumes SailingMarina's August Cruise is the First in Almost 18 MonthsOceania Cruises, has welcomed guests across the gangway for the first time in 524 days. Marina is the first of Oceania Cruises' ships to resume sailing and is also the very first cruise ship to sail from the port of Copenhagen since 2019.Marina's first voyage sails from Copenhagen to ports in Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Finland prior to concluding in Stockholm. Marina will spend the remainder of the northern hemisphere summer and autumn cruising around Western Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Greek Isles prior to setting sail for Miami where she will arrive on 1 December 2021.Marina is the first ship to resume sailing for Oceania Cruises and will quickly be followed by Riviera, which resumes sailing in the Greek Isles on 18 October 2021, and Insignia from Miami on 21 December 2021, to kick off the epic six-month-long “Around the World in 180 Days” voyage. Sirena resumes sailing in the Caribbean on 21 January 2022, and Regatta will start sailing on 5 February 2022 in Polynesia, followed by Nautica in the Mediterranean on 1 April 2022.Oceania Cruises' New Ship Owner's Suites And Top-Of-Ship Library To Be Styled Exclusively In Ralph Lauren HomeOceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, unveiled the palatial Owner's Suites and top-of-ship Library aboard Vista, which will be exclusively styled in Ralph Lauren Home. In a first for the line and the industry, Vista will be the first and only ship afloat with a Library exclusively styled in furnishings and artwork from the iconic designer.LibraryAtop the ship on Deck 15, the Library, exclusively styled in Ralph Lauren Home, offers an inspired sanctuary for every guest on board to enjoy. Bordered by glass walls offering extraordinary seascapes, the Library invites sybaritic relaxation, the ultimate quietude of a few hours with a bestselling novel, or perhaps the unrivaled indulgence of simply watching the world float by. Polished nickel sconces and chandeliers provide the perfect ambient lighting while classic sepia equestrian prints adorn the walls.Adjacent to the Library is Baristas, the ship's complimentary gourmet coffee bar, along with the Bakery where guests may indulge in a frothy cappuccino or rich latte and fresh-baked French and Italian pastries.Owner's SuitesVista will feature three supremely spacious Owner's Suites, each of which spans the full beam of the ship. Measuring 2,400 square feet and styled exclusively in Ralph Lauren Home, these seagoing estate homes are the ultimate expression of timeless American elegance.Vista's Inaugural SeasonVista's Inaugural Season itineraries will be available for previewing on September 9, 2021, and will open for sale on September 15, 2021. Her 18 Inaugural Season voyages begin in April 2023 and will span more than 24 countries across four continents, from the ancient sands of Asia in the east to the glittering hills of Hollywood in the westPrincess shares top reasons to Cruise Japan with princess in 2023Temples, Castles, Spring Flowers, Festivals, and Vibrant Cities Feature in Princess' 2023 program onboard Diamond Princess.Princess Cruises today announced its 2023 Japan cruises and cruisetours program featuring the line's Japan-built Diamond Princess which will sail over the northern Spring and Summer season. Marking the 10th anniversary sailing from Tokyo (Yokohama) and KobeTemples, Shrines, Castles – Our guests delight in the abundance of stunning temples and shrines, like the magnificent 16th century Osaka Castle or Seiryu-ji Temple, home of Japan's largest bronze seated Buddha.Festivals – Opportunities to experience seven festivals, including Japan's world-famous Kyoto Gion Festival, featuring massive, hand-crafted “Yama” and “Hoko” floats that are constructed every year without the use of nails, or watch a display of 10,000 fireworks during the Kumano Fireworks Festival.Vibrant Cities & Landscapes – Astounding cities where the 21st century coexists with the spirit of ancient Japan thrive, such as shopping in Tokyo's Ginza district, trying local delicacies at nearby restaurants or exploring the Imperial Palace plaza. With access to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, guests can marvel at Mt. Fuji, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial and the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto.Spring Flowers, Gardens and Onsens – Travellers soak in spring flowers all over Japan during spring, whether it's visiting a classic Japanese garden, seeing hundreds of sakura (cherry blossoms) while picnicking, enjoying the meditative atmosphere of tranquil parks or soaking in the healing benefits of a geothermal “onsen” natural hot spring bath.And moreEthical Cruise T-Shirts Now available branded podcast t-shirts, cruise-tees and Christmas gifts or design your own in the studio. 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OverviewIn episode 68, listener Neil, asks about the history and traditions of the “crossing the equator ceremony”, plus additional questions about Cunard and P&O UK. Plus the latest cruise news from around the world.Support The ShowThis podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXMaritime HistoryNeil in QLD asks “Hi Baz, it would be great if Chris could give us the history and tradition behind the “Crossing the Equator” ceremony that is observed on all ships when they do cross the line. I've participated in two myself (both off the coast of Africa while working on the original Love Boat) but never really understood the history of this bizarre ceremony. Thanks”Listener QuestionsJi in Singapore asks – Chris if you had to choose one Queen to sail on tomorrow would it be QM2, QE or QV and why?Sharon in QLD asks “Chris you mention P&O Aurora occasionally, what makes her so special, could you pick 5 favourite features?Cruise NewsFred. Olsen Cruise Lines' new flagship Bolette sets sail from Dover on scenic Maiden VoyageNew flagship Bolette had the white cliffs of Dover as her backdrop when she set sail on a scenic Maiden Voyage with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines on Monday afternoon (16th August).Bolette will offer scenic sailing of the Isles of Scilly's 140 islets, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty famed for its rock formations and long, sandy beaches, and the dramatic coastlines of the Channel Islands on her maiden three-night cruise.This milestone sailing follows an extensive refurbishment programme that has seen public areas revamped, cabins updated, new bathrooms installed and new carpets laid throughout.The project introduced popular Fred. Olsen venues the Morning Light Pub, The Bookmark Café, and The Oriental Tea Room, alongside many new additions to Fred. Olsen, including an all-weather pool, two-tiered theatre and The Auditorium.There will be opportunities for guests to tantalise their taste buds in new specialty dining venues. For a fresh, modern take on Indian food there is Vasco, named after the famous explorer Vasco Da Gama, who was the first European to reach India by sea. Meanwhile, Colours & Tastes offers modern Asian Fusion dishes.Plus, with fewer than 1,400 guests on board even at full capacity, Bolette will continue to offer the same small ship experience for which Fred. Olsen and their crew are renowned.Norwegian Prima Floats out. Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), has announced that its game-changing new ship, Norwegian Prima, was floated out from her drydock at Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera (Venice), Italy, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the new vessel touches water.To celebrate the occasion, a commemorative coin was encased within Norwegian Prima in a traditional maritime ceremony presided over by Eamonn Ferrin, Vice President International Business, NCL and Antonio Quintano, Shipyard Director, Fincantieri.Norwegian Prima is the first of six ships in NCL's highly anticipated Prima Class, the Brand's first new class of vessels in nearly 10 years. At 294.1 metres long, 142,500 gross tons and with capacity for 3,215 guests at double occupancy, the vessel is designed to put guests first. Norwegian Prima boasts wide-open spaces, thoughtful and stunning design, and a variety of new experiences for the Brand.Laying claim to the title of the most spacious new cruise ship in the premium and contemporary categories, Norwegian Prima offers the most outdoor deck space and the most expansive accommodation of any new build. She boasts multiple NCL firsts, including Ocean Boulevard, wrapping around the entire deck over 4,087.7 square metres, allowing guests to connect to the ocean while enjoying alfresco dining and unique experiences such as Infinity Beach, where two stunning infinity pools are positioned to take in the vastness of the ocean with uninterrupted views, and Oceanwalk, where two glass bridges will make guests feel as though they are walking on air over the water.Dining is elevated on Norwegian Prima with the addition of Indulge Food Hall, NCL's first upscale open-air marketplace offering diverse menu items from a variety of eleven different culinary venues. In addition, Ocean Boulevard hosts three restaurants; Onda By Scarpetta, Los Lobos and The Local Bar & Grill.Meanwhile The Haven by Norwegian® on Norwegian Prima offers the Brand's most exclusive and centralised ‘ship within a ship' suite complex. Spanning eight decks of suites and public areas, it is accessible via private elevators and located at the aft of the ship for the very first time. Designed to be more open to the sea than ever before, every public area in The Haven will offer spectacular views, together with a stunning new infinity pool overlooking the ship's wake and a new outdoor spa with a glass-walled sauna and cold room.Commencing in the northern hemisphere summer of 2022, Norwegian Prima will offer bucket-list itineraries in Northern Europe with voyages from Amsterdam, Netherlands, and Copenhagen, Denmark giving guests the opportunity to explore the stunning Norwegian Fjords and Baltic Sea. She will then sail a 12-day transatlantic voyage from Southampton to New York via Scotland's Shetland Islands, Halifax in Nova Scotia and an extended overnight stay in Reykjavik, Iceland. Through the northern hemisphere autumn and winter, Norwegian Prima will offer a variety of port-rich Bermuda and Caribbean cruises from New York, Galveston, TX, Miami and Orlando, FL (Port Canaveral), including calls to Harvest Caye, the Company's private resort destination in Belize as well as NCL's private island, Great Stirrup Cay, in the Bahamas.Regent Seven Seas Cruises® has unveiled its new 2023-2024 Voyage Collection, featuring exciting new ports of call and immersive cultural experiences in iconic destinations throughout the globe, with reservations opening on 19 August 2021.Crafted to create memories and stories that last a lifetime, The World's Most Luxurious Fleet™ will sail an incredible 139 new voyages, with itineraries across Africa and Arabia, Alaska, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, the South Pacific, Canada and New England, the Caribbean and Panama Canal, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and South America, as well as transoceanic crossings, and four mesmerising Grand Voyages to explore. Enjoying exquisite comfort and care onboard, with every imaginable luxury included, guests sailing with Regent on one of its exclusive Voyage Collection journeys will enjoy a truly unrivalled experience.Sailings range from seven nights up to the recently announced 132-night 2024 World Cruise and feature more than 129 overnight calls in unforgettable destinations such as St. Petersburg, Russia; Kyoto, Japan; Singapore; Lisbon, Portugal; and Bordeaux, France. The 2023-2024 Voyage Collection also boasts 15 new ports of call, including Vanuatu's Mystery Island; the majestic island of Syros in Greece; the captivating and untamed Lofoten Islands in Norway; and the charmingly colourful Puerto Banus in Spain.Four inspiring Grand Voyages have been thoughtfully curated for the line's most discerning guests:Grand Arctic Adventure, a 78-night sailing from New York to Barcelona;Grand European Sojourn, a 62-night journey from Stockholm, Sweden to Athens, Greece;Circle South America, a 67-night round trip commencing in Miami, Florida;and the Grand Asia-Pacific Journey, a breathtaking 59-night sailing from Sydney, Australia to Tokyo, Japan.Together with spacious all-suite, all-balcony accommodations and FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions in every port of call, voyage fares also include gourmet cuisine in a range of specialty restaurants and al-fresco dining venues, fine wine and spirits, entertainment, unlimited internet access, free valet laundry, gratuities, transfer between hotel and ship and a one-night, pre-cruise hotel package for guests staying in Concierge-level suites and higher.In addition, more than 25 voyages aboard Seven Seas Explorer®, Seven Seas Voyager® and Seven Seas Navigator® offer guests a FREE pre-or-post-cruise land program, along with NEW 4-night land programs on selected sailings.Unlock Hidden Magic: Disney Wish to Debut First-of-its-Kind Interactive Experience, Disney Uncharted AdventureDisney Cruise Line is taking classic storytelling into an all-new realm of immersive family fun aboard the Disney Wish with the debut of Disney Uncharted Adventure, a first-of-its-kind interactive experience that will lead guests on a journey from bow to stern and beyond the stars.Combining imagination, technology and the magic of a wishing star, Disney Uncharted Adventure will take guests on a multidimensional voyage into the worlds of iconic Disney and Pixar characters. Designed for families to play together, this fantastical journey will be a brand-new way to explore and experience the enchantment of a Disney cruise ship.Using the Play Disney Parks app — and with some help from their guides, Captain Minnie Mouse and Mickey Mouse — guests sailing on the Disney Wish will transform their mobile devices into an enchanted spyglass, a tool that allows them to magically set sail for the worlds of Moana, Tiana, Peter Pan, Nemo and more. The spyglass will be their key to unlocking adventures, solving puzzles, conquering quests and ultimately saving the day.The adventure will begin before guests even set sail. Leading up to a cruise on the Disney Wish, the app will reveal a special greeting from Captain Minnie Mouse and Mickey Mouse, who will help guests prepare for the journey ahead by highlighting the important role of the night sky in seafaring — particularly the ever-shining wishing star that lights the way.Once on board, guests will use their spyglasses to reveal never-before-seen views of the stars above, where enchanted constellations take shape as recognizable icons from Disney and Pixar stories. When the wishing star suddenly bursts and shatters, families will watch as its pieces are scattered across the sky, each landing in a far-off realm. Captain Minnie will need guests to help navigate the ship to these uncharted worlds to find the missing pieces of the wishing star.Guests will choose where to go next, charting a course toward adventurous locales such as Motunui, New Orleans, Never Land, Sydney and more. Each quest will take them on an expansive journey throughout the Disney Wish as they are prompted to seek artwork, signs and props that magically transform to bring the characters and settings of these story worlds to life all around them.The Disney Wish will sail its maiden voyage on June 9, 2022, followed by a season of three- and four-night cruises to Nassau, Bahamas, and Disney's private island, Castaway Cay, from Port Canaveral, Florida. Guests aboard the Disney Wish will unlock the ship's hidden magic during Disney Uncharted Adventure, a first-of-its-kind interactive experience. Using innovative technology like augmented reality and physical effects, Disney Uncharted Adventure will take classic Disney storytelling into an all-new realm of immersive family fun as guests embark on a multidimensional voyage into the worlds of Moana, Tiana, Peter Pan, Nemo and more. (Disney)Azamara® Unveils Full Fleet Voyages for Europe 2023Azamara – the boutique cruise line dedicated to Destination Immersion® experiences – is pleased to announce the launch of its Europe 2023 deployment across its full fleet of ships for the first time: Azamara Pursuit®, Azamara Quest®, Azamara Journey® and new addition, Azamara OnwardSM. With 95 itineraries, including more than 35 country intensive voyages, Azamara will visit over 40 countries and 200 ports throughout Europe. Azamara will introduce new land explorations, further reinforcing the brand's commitment to bringing guests deeper into the heart of the destination. In addition to the release of Europe 2023 itineraries, Azamara has also opened remaining 2022 voyages of the newest member of their fleet, Azamara OnwardSM.Highlights of the 2023 Azamara Deployment include:Overnights and Late-Night Ports:Azamara guests can experience over 315 late nights in cities like Mykonos – known as “the Ibiza of Greece” – where guests can partake in the bustling night life and party scene; or Lisbon, Portugal, to enjoy a sunset cruise on the Tejo River or indulge in an assortment of tapas and wine in the city's Bairro Alto neighborhood for dinner. Azamara will also offer more than 75 overnights in popular European destinations, including Barcelona, to explore La Rambla boulevard for an evening of Catalan cuisine or an excursion at the Palacio del Flamenco for music and dancing; Bordeaux, take a quick drive through the Pessac-Léognan for an exclusive evening at the world-renowned Château de Rouillac; and Monte Carlo, to stroll among luxury yachts at Port Hercule and play a few hands of blackjack at the famed Casino de Monte-Carlo.Country-Intensive Voyages:Designed to provide travellers more time to explore a single country's hidden gems, Azamara's 2023 deployment will feature over 35 Country-Intensive voyages. These Country-Intensive itineraries will explore the most sought-after destinations in Europe, including Spain, Croatia, Italy, Norway, Scotland and more, allowing travellers to fully immerse themselves into the culture of each city. Azamara will also debut its highly anticipated Black Sea Intensive itinerary, where travelers can explore the history and wonders of ancient cities in Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine.New Pre- and Post-Land Explorations:In addition to several existing favorites, Azamara will introduce two exciting new land explorations for guests to extend their adventure before or after their trip:Aboard the Switzerland Glacier Express Train, the new AzAmazing Journey will transport guests through some of the most stunning scenery in Switzerland, crossing 291 bridges and passing through 91 tunnels within eight hours. Additional highlights include a full day excursion to the Alpine world on Mount Rigi to participate in a cheese making workshop, a sunset cruise in Lucerne, and exploring Zermatt, home to Matterhorn, one of the highest summits in Europe. This program is available from Bordeaux or Amsterdam.Travelers can also opt in for a Stay Local in Gran Canaria for a two-night program. Highlights include visiting the Bandama Crater, one of the largest extinct volcanic craters, followed by a stop in La Atalaya, the prime pottery-producing villages. A lunch of local specialties will be served at the Mirador Las Tirajanas hotel, located in the caldera of an ancient volcano. Also, a stop at La Fortaleza – one of the most relevant archeological settlements in the islands – to visit the sole coffee-producing plantation in Europe and a hands-on Mojo Sauce workshop.Culinary Sailing:Guests can book Azamara's Wine & Culture Voyage out of Southampton, England to experience the cuisine, beautiful architecture and spirit of Europe's top wine countries, including two days of wine production education in Bordeaux, France; Bilbao, Spain for a perfect day of sight-seeing and exploring the Guggenheim Museum; and eventually concluding the trip in Lisbon, Portugal to discover must-see highlights like the church of Igreja de São Vicente de Fora, which dates back to the 12th century, Museu Nacional do Azulejo and Torre de Belém.Sporting Enthusiast Voyages:For travellers looking to pursue their passion for sports, Azamara will include two voyages for the Grand Prix weekend on its Journey and Pursuit ships, starting May 25, 2023. Throughout the journey guests can enjoy ports that include Rome, Livorno, Monte Carlo, Marseille, Menorca, Palma de Mallorca, Ibiza, and Barcelona. Additionally, through its continued partnership with PerryGolf – the leading provider of international luxury golf vacations – Azamara's 2023 deployment will include 13 golf voyages, featuring play on marquee courses around the world.Seven Maiden PortsAzamara's 2023 deployment will bring guests closer to European destinations with smaller, unique ports that are only accessible to smaller ships, including:Alta, NorwayBrest, FranceCesme, TurkeyFredericia, DenmarkGothenburg, SwedenHeimaey, IcelandMariehamn, FinlandStar Clippers 2023 Mediterranean Preview2023 promises to be one of the biggest ever years for travel to Europe and the Mediterranean and demand is high. With all three beautifully elegant clipper ships sailing this historic and culturally rich region from April until October in 2023, Star Clippers is your key to uncovering all the sensational holiday treasures across the Middle Sea from Turkey to Portugal & Morocco and every surprising corner in between.Sail on voyages of 3 to 11 days, or longer when you combine cruises to create your very own destination focused adventure. With cruises beginning from numerous fascinating cities across the Mediterranean, you have a cavalcade of itinerary choices, including the Greek Isles and Turkey, the ever-enchanting Adriatic, the Amalfi Coast & Sicily, Corsica, Sardinia, Elba and the Rivieras, plus Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Or sail across the Atlantic between Europe and the Caribbean and ignite your true ocean explorer.Brochure available from leading cruise specialsist.MSC Celebrates one year back to sea. MSC Cruises has commemorated being back at sea for twelve months following the global industry's shutdown in March 2020 as a result of the global pandemic.One year ago on 16 August, MSC Cruises became the first major cruise line to resume operations for international sailings when MSC Grandiosa departed Genoa for a seven-night voyage in the West Mediterranean.This re-start was down to a range of local, regional and national authorities in Europe sanctioning a Health and Safety protocol that MSC Cruises had developed with an external panel of medical and public health experts designed for the wellbeing of guests, crew and communities that the Company's ships would call. A protocol that, eventually, set the standard for the industry and paved the way for more lines to restart. Twelve months on and more than half of the line's fleet is safely back at sea – sailing around the UK, both the Mediterranean Sea and Baltic Sea in Europe, North America and the Caribbean and the Red Sea in the Middle East. More ships are scheduled to resume operations in the coming weeks and months as part of the line's phased plan for returning the full fleet to operations by next year.Remarkably, MSC Cruises has forged ahead with its determined ambition for sustainable growth as it simultaneously returned ships to water.For the line, the past twelve months were a very busy year of return to service but it retained an undiminished laser-focus on the long-term future of the business and in a sustainable manner. Below are some highlights from the past year at MSC Cruises.Luxury Expedition Yacht Crystal Endeavor Makes its US Debut with New October Voyage from MiamiCrystal Expedition Cruises announced a nine-night Caribbean itinerary for new luxury expedition yacht Crystal Endeavor, featuring once-in-a-lifetime encounters on remote islands, calls in exclusive harbours typically only accessible to private yachts and sailboats, and the rare opportunity for U.S. travellers to embark from a close-to-home port and cruise aboard the state-of-the-art expedition yacht during her inaugural season.The new nine-night voyage, Expedition Yachting: Caribbean Mystique, will sail from Miami to San Juan October 25 – November 3, 2021, calling on Great Exuma and Man of War Bay, Inagua Island, Bahamas; White Bay and Great Harbor (overnight) on Jost Van Dyke, and Norman Island in the British Virgin Islands; Gustavia, St. Barts; and Saba, Netherlands; concluding in San Juan, Puerto Rico. 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OverviewIn episode 63, Chris answers two listener questions, on a similar topic. Rob in Wales asks “Why is it that a ship like QM2 does Atlantic crossings in 7 days, while QE2 did them in 5?” Meanwhile John in Western Australia asks “what is the fastest crossing speed QM2 could make and how does it compare with the ships of old?” A short show this week, but plan to be back with the usual cruise news for episode 64. ossingsThis podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXEthical Cruise T-Shirts Now available branded podcast t-shirts, cruise-tees and Christmas gifts or design your own in the studio. All using organic cotton, printed using green energy and plastic-free packaging! https://bit.ly/32G7RdhJoin the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ChrisCunard Peter Kollar: https://www.cruising.org.au/Home Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Castbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u I heart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In episode 22 Brogan reviews his 2019 cruise onboard Seabourn Ovation from Monte Carlo to Athens. Chris answers a listener question and brings his Maritime History and Cruise News. Peter recommends 5 ports where walking is highly recommended (with or without a map).Seabourn OvationPool deckVeranda SuiteThe ColonnadeGrand SalonThe RestaurantObservation BarSeabourn SquareThe RetreatSpa and WellnessListener Question: Simon asks – What prompted the change in names, of Cunard ships from ending in ia, ic to the use of queen?Maritime HistoryHow has food and dining evolved from the earliest ships to today.Cruise News:Extension of AU/NZ cruise pause Princess 12 Dec 2020 (Plus 2 world cruises cancelled for early 2021) P&O Australia – 2 Dec 2020 Carnival (AU Ships) – 2 Dec 2020 Royal Caribbean, Celebrity & Azamara 31 Oct 2020Cunard – QE 25 Mar 2021, QM2 18 Apr 2021, QV 16 May 2021 Carnival announced Carnival Spirits year round deployment for 2022 & early 2023 from Brisbane. MSC Cruises celebrates the float out of MSC SeashoreMSC Cruises offers reduced fares on cruises to all health care workers helping fight the pandemic.MSC Cruises has announced that regretfully the Company must postpone the restart of MSC Magnifica until 26 September.Viking opens 2023 river cruises for sale at 2020 prices and risk free guarantee allowing guests to change plans up to 24hrs prior to departure.Crystal opens up reservations for Crystal Esprit (yacht) through to early 2024.Fred Olsen Cruise Lines confirm the departure of Boudicca and Black Watch.CLIA Pete recommends ports walking and self-discovery is highly recommended.Dublin, IrelandSingaporeVenice, ItalyVancouver, Canada Boston, USA Cruise ReviewBrogan reviews his Seabourn Ovation cruise from Monte Carlo to Athens in late 2019.Seabourn Cruises: https://bit.ly/2EMe7a7Seabourn Ovation: https://bit.ly/2D5rQbISeabourn Ovation Departures: https://bit.ly/3b5zsruJoin the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/Show Sponsors: Cruisefinder.com.au: https://bit.ly/3dBeGRcSandals and Sunsets https://bit.ly/2yPN7Up SAVE $10 on your next pair of Avacas – use code BIGPODGuests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ChrisCunardPeter Kollar: https://www.cruising.org.au/HomeListen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tFCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEIGoogle Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04uSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8TzPocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2MTune in: https://bit.ly/2V0JrrsPodcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE The Big Cruise Podcast is brought to you with the help of our friends at CruiseFinder.com.au, with over 30,000 cruises available, most with live availability and pricing. But most importantly every call, chat or email is answered here in Australia by CLIA Cruise accredited specialists. When considering your next cruise visit: www.cruisefinder.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
99 Nights At Sea Where Singles Mingle *At Singles Travel International it's all hands on deck planning this first ever WORLD CRUISE for the singles market. * (https://ar337.isrefer.com/go/WORLD21/TravelRadioPodcast/) https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/0/037e01ef-c3bb-4048-9bb2-f57e8e9144e2/w797WE4S.jpg (https://ar337.isrefer.com/go/WORLD21/TravelRadioPodcast/) I am really excited to have Tammy of Singles Travel International (https://ar337.isrefer.com/go/WORLD21/TravelRadioPodcast/) back on the podcast. On her last episode we introduced the idea of single, baby boomer travel. This is a group of people who are looking to travel but may not have someone of like interest to travel with. Twenty Five years ago Tammy recognized the need for a "match making service" to help this demographic explore confidently and make lasting friendships along the way. Now, STI, offers almost 20-30 group trips per year exclusively for them. After 25 years, Tammy has some repeat clients and she is giving them what they've asked for! For the first time in history there is a SINGLES WORLD CRUISE (https://ar337.isrefer.com/go/WORLD21/TravelRadioPodcast/)option available. At 100 days, 99 nights, 31 cities, 4 continents and 3 oceans this world cruise is going to check off many bucket list destinations in one unforgettable adventure! See the full itinerary HERE (https://ar337.isrefer.com/go/WORLD21/TravelRadioPodcast/). https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/0/037e01ef-c3bb-4048-9bb2-f57e8e9144e2/mvHXDegj.png This cruise will be on the most gorgeous ship (this is Megan and I'm biased) the Queen Mary 2. When planning to be on a ship for this extended period of time you should invest in comfort and style! The QM2 offers just that! The rooms are stately, well planned with clever storage, luxury linens, toiletries and a welcome bottle of bubbly on embarkation! https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/0/037e01ef-c3bb-4048-9bb2-f57e8e9144e2/gKpPrmd3.png Are you thinking this sounds like just too long to go travel? Nonsense! Do you go to Florida for the winter? Trade Florida for Australia, China and Tenerife! See the full itinerary HERE (https://ar337.isrefer.com/go/WORLD21/TravelRadioPodcast/). Are you thinking you will be bored on the sea days? Let me dispel that for you. This detail put into designing this ship's entertaining areas will amaze you. On top of world class musical performances, the only Planetarium at sea, daily high tea, a movie theatre, dance lessons, art workshops and lectures by Oxford Professors STI will host their own entertainment for your enjoyment. What can you accomplish in 100 days? Will you learn an instrument? Another language? Make a challenge for yourself and find like-minded singles to accomplish them with! https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/0/037e01ef-c3bb-4048-9bb2-f57e8e9144e2/KXAi3LV4.png CLICK HERE FOR THE EXCLUSIVE SINGLES TRAVEL INTERNATIONAL FEATURES. (https://ar337.isrefer.com/go/WORLD21/TravelRadioPodcast/) CONTACT INFORMATION: vacations@singlestravelintl.com Phone: 877-SOLO-TRIP Fax: 877-765-6874 *Hotels and itinerary subject to change at the discretion of our tour provider and would be replaced with similar accommodations. Rates are subject to change at any time until confirmed by STI vacation specialist. Note that guests must make the reservation with STI in order to participate in group activities in Cape Town. Bookings made directly with the hotel do not qualify. Optional stays are not eligible for the guarantee. Chances are excellent that we’ll find you a match, but if no match found by 30 days prior to departure, member pays the single supplement. BOOK EARLY TO GET LOWEST FARES. Please schedule your flight to arrive in London (LHR) before 1:00 p.m. on January 10 and depart from London (LHR) after 2:00 p.m. on April 19. Itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of Cunard without compensation. Singles Travel International is not responsible for the consequences of any changes. Special Guest: Tammy Weiler.
Listen in as Goldberg & Jill prepare you for another awesome week of brain training & trivia goodness!!! On this show, the 2 will fill you in on more info about our upcoming charity event, "QuizMania 2", happening on Monday November 4th at the Infinity Music Hall in downtown Hartford!!! What can you expect? What are the prizes?? How cool with the VIP pre-party be??? Gotta listen to find out!!!!! Also, Goldberg had an epiphany while driving back from the Red Sox game this past Sunday night, and it look like the #Free2CallFree4All will be back for next week's show (keep an eye on our Facebook page for more details)!!! There's also the "What the Hell is Going On?" update with Jill, Goldberg fills in for the "BRE Sports Report" and of course the Keating Agency Insurance #5PointPhrase of the week!!! And to top it all off, a track from our #QM2 house band: "Better" by The Professors of Sweet, Sweet Music!!!! Enjoy......
Wir sind mit der Queen Mary 2 von Southampton nach New York gefahren. In dieser Podcast-Episode berichten wir vom "Crossing", sprechen aber vor allem über die Queen Mary 2 und ihre Besonderheiten. Als einziger echter Ocean Liner auf den Weltmeeren hat die Queen Mary 2 eine gewisse Sonderstellung unter den Kreuzfahrtschiffen. Sie verbringt einen großen Teil des Jahres auf der Strecke Southampton - New York und zurück, oft auch zusätzlich mit Verlängerung nach Hamburg und fährt ansonsten eine große Weltreise sowie einzelne Kreuzfahrten zum Beispiel nach Norwegen oder Neuengland. Da die "QM2" speziell für die regelmäßigen Überquerungen des Nordatlantik gebaut ist, auch zu Jahreszeiten mit eher unruhigem Wetter, unterscheidet sie sich nicht nur in ihrer Architektur von anderen Kreuzfahrtschiffen. Auch das Entertainment an Bord ist ein wenig anders. Schließlich gibt es auf sechs Seetagen in Folge mehr Bedarf an Unterhaltung und Abwechslung als auf einer Kreuzfahrt mit fast täglichen Hafenstopps. Wir stellen die Queen Mary 2 in dieser Podcast-Episode im Detail vor, sprechen unter anderem über das sehr elegante Ambiente und den - zumindest abends - ziemlich strengen Dresscode, über Essen und Entertainment und die großzügigen Außenbereiche inklusive umlaufender, breiter Promenade mit Holzboden.
Augusti är här och fortfarande finns gott om istid för sommaren! Den som vill ha örongodis i hängmattan eller på jobbet efter semestern gör rätt i att ratta in Fartygspoddens 17:e avsnitt. Det blir en specialare där vi berättar om vårt möte med havets drottning, passagerarfartygens fartyg, båtarnas båt – RMS Queen Mary 2, världens enda riktiga ocean liner! Fartygspodden har provat henne under en kortkryssning från Hamburg till Southampton nu i sommar. Under resan hade vi dessutom turen att träffa fartygets arkitekt Stephen Payne som berättar historien om hur QM2 kom till. /Christopher & Patrik
On this episode, Lisa talks about her seven-night honeymoon cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Vision of the Seas in the Mediterranean. Lisa chats with me about her first impressions of the ship, the food, entertainment, her stateroom and ports of call. Stewart Chiron has cruise news on: QM2 made inaugural call to Amber Cove New social impact cruise line, fathom, announces layout of new ship Princess Cruises' Majestic Princess pre-China itineraries announced Do Black Friday cruise deals exist? Any booking advice for a black friday/cyber monday cruise deals? Thoughts or reviews? Email me: doug@cruiseradio.net Find in-depth cruise news and ship reviews at https://cruiseradio.net
This week Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Cunard’s flagship, the R.M.S. Queen Mary 2, or QM2. This is a Transatlantic ocean liner, and the only liner in service between South Hampton and New York. Equal in height to a 23-story building and nearly four football fields in length, QM2 is unmatched in her class and is the last such liner to be built since 1969. But don’t let her size fool you. A Transatlantic crossing is a luxurious experience for reasons that go beyond the obvious. Richard Meadows, President of Cunard North America, stops by to expound on why an on-board experience is unforgettable and Commodore Ronald Warwick talks about his 36 years with Cunard and his favorite ports. There’s all of this and more on this week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg.
Gary Bembridge author of "The Cruise Traveler's Handbook" provides another 60-Second Cruise Tip. For more visit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio Transatlantic crossing on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 or repositioning cruise on another line?You should go on a Cunard Crossing at least once. It is the only remaining classic journey from the era of crossings before jet travel. They are the only line with a real “ocean liner” versus cruise ship: the Queen Mary 2. It is designed for the rigours of the north Atlantic with a strong hull to withstand the constant battering and to be stable even in the Atlantic. It is the only surviving scheduled transatlantic service between Europe and New York. The ship and on-board schedule is geared for entertaining people at sea for a week. There is a range of stateroom grades and prices ranging from a few hundred dollars up to $40,000 per person.Most lines offer repositioning cruises which tend to be competitively priced and run at the start and end of the European Summer when they move their ships to regions like the Caribbean. These usually spend a week cruising ports and a week crossing the Atlantic. As they do not cross the north Atlantic it tends to be smooth sailing despite their cruise ship designs. The most classic crossing is the Cunard one.
This week's program will feature consultant and museum strategist, Mary Case. For three decades, Mary has worked to improve nonprofit organizations and the boards, businesses, associations and foundations that support them. Mary co-founded Quality Management to a Higher Power (Qm2), a community of consultants that help museums and cultural organizations build successful futures through leadership, management, interpretation and organizational design. Mary will discuss her career trajectory, the changing nature of consulting and the issues facing museum leaders today.
Episode six of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Colombo to DubaiIn this episode topics discussed includes: explaining the impact of the anti-piracy precautions now in place, shopping on board, alcohol and drinks activities, Todd English Restaurant, Entertainment Team Murder Mystery Show, Christmas Caribbean Cruise tradition, on board cruise booking and benefits, weddings on the ship, photographs and cruise DVD, Cruise Employee of the month and my final tips on what to consider if your are thinking of taking an extended cruise voyageFor the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Episode five of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Lankawi and ColomboIn this episode topics discussed includes: changing passenger mix and ambience, Singapore customs and immigration issues and process, medical facilities on board, excursion process pros and cons, shuttle busses in port, sea days and activities, fitness and spa, casino and bingo, iStudy, Sri Lanka issues and challenges and preparing for Pirates (restrictions, drill and precautions)For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Episode five of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Lankawi and Colombo. In this episode topics discussed includes: changing passenger mix and ambience, Singapore customs and immigration issues and process, medical facilities on board, excursion process pros and cons, shuttle busses in port, sea days and activities, fitness and spa, casino and bingo, iStudy, Sri Lanka issues and challenges and preparing for Pirates (restrictions, drill and precautions)For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Episode five of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Lankawi and Colombo. In this episode topics discussed includes: changing passenger mix and ambience, Singapore customs and immigration issues and process, medical facilities on board, excursion process pros and cons, shuttle busses in port, sea days and activities, fitness and spa, casino and bingo, iStudy, Sri Lanka issues and challenges and preparing for Pirates (restrictions, drill and precautions)For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Episode four of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok and SingaporeIn this episode topics discussed includes: experiences and thoughts from people doing the entire World Voyage (based on my meeting with Sally Foster who was doing it), solo travel, differences in passenger mix and ambience by leg of the voyage, Cunard Insights talks program, excursion tips and advice, perks and benefits for people doing the full World Voyage, Cunard ships in history and war, Father Ray Foundation Thailand Concert, afternoon tea, laundry and on board activities (writing competition, ship building and decathlon)For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Episode four of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok and Singapore. In this episode topics discussed includes: experiences and thoughts from people doing the entire World Voyage (based on my meeting with Sally Foster who was doing it), solo travel, differences in passenger mix and ambience by leg of the voyage, Cunard Insights talks program, excursion tips and advice, perks and benefits for people doing the full World Voyage, Cunard ships in history and war, Father Ray Foundation Thailand Concert, afternoon tea, laundry and on board activities (writing competition, ship building and decathlon). For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Episode four of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok and Singapore. In this episode topics discussed includes: experiences and thoughts from people doing the entire World Voyage (based on my meeting with Sally Foster who was doing it), solo travel, differences in passenger mix and ambience by leg of the voyage, Cunard Insights talks program, excursion tips and advice, perks and benefits for people doing the full World Voyage, Cunard ships in history and war, Father Ray Foundation Thailand Concert, afternoon tea, laundry and on board activities (writing competition, ship building and decathlon). For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Episode three of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Shanghai to Hong Kong and Ho Chi Minh CityIn this episode topics discussed includes: docking problems in Shanghai, visiting China and the visa and immigration procedures and requirements, challenges Shanghai faces as major port, passenger talent show and choir, implications of cruising on a large cruise ship versus small ones, importance of choosing the right cruise line, impact of the end of the world voyage leg on the passenger mix and on board ambience, art sales on board, library and bookshop with Captain’s memorabilia signing and immigration process and visa process for VietnamFor the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Episode two of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Yorkeys Knob (Great Barrier Reef) across the equator to Kota Kinabalu and onto ShanghaiIn this episode topics discussed includes: budgeting and saving money on board including wine and internet packages, evening entertainment shows including the crew talent show, Cunard World Voyage charities, crossing the Equator ceremony, photo competition and photography on bard, how a ship’s size is measured, Wi-Fi and internet speed and access, Annual Crew tug-of-war competition, future voyage sales savings, White Star Service and recognition wards, “Wake Up with the Entertainment Director” TV show and gratuities.For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Episode three of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Shanghai to Hong Kong and Ho Chi Minh City. In this episode topics discussed includes: docking problems in Shanghai, visiting China and the visa and immigration procedures and requirements, challenges Shanghai faces as major port, passenger talent show and choir, implications of cruising on a large cruise ship versus small ones, importance of choosing the right cruise line, impact of the end of the world voyage leg on the passenger mix and on board ambience, art sales on board, library and bookshop with Captain’s memorabilia signing and immigration process and visa process for Vietnam. For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2 Visit http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2 for all the episodes and more
Episode three of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Shanghai to Hong Kong and Ho Chi Minh City. In this episode topics discussed includes: docking problems in Shanghai, visiting China and the visa and immigration procedures and requirements, challenges Shanghai faces as major port, passenger talent show and choir, implications of cruising on a large cruise ship versus small ones, importance of choosing the right cruise line, impact of the end of the world voyage leg on the passenger mix and on board ambience, art sales on board, library and bookshop with Captain’s memorabilia signing and immigration process and visa process for Vietnam. For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2 Visit http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2 for all the episodes and more
Episode one of a six part series recorded live on board Cunard Queen Mary 2 World Voyage bringing my insights, observations, tips and advice about cruising and travelling on extended voyages. Covers travel from Sydney to Yorkeys Knob (Great Barrier Reef) in AustraliaIn this episode topics discussed includes: medical services, things to do on board and the daily program, passenger mix and ages, tendering to shore and the excursion process, tourist tax refund scheme, passport and visa management process, accommodation options on board, Cunard loyalty scheme and benefits, norovirus prevention and the sail out from Sydney harbour.For the full series and more visit http://wwww.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2
Recorded on-board Cunard Queen Mary 2, during two legs of the World Voyage I bring you observations, insights, tips and advice about cruising on a long voyage. Subscribe to hear all six episodes. Visit http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2 for all the episodes and more
Recorded on-board Cunard Queen Mary 2, during two legs of the World Voyage I bring you observations, insights, tips and advice about cruising on a long voyage. Subscribe to hear all six episodes. Visit http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/QM2 for all the episodes and more
In this episode Tips for Travellers compares the flagship Cunard ship, Queen Mary 2 Queens Grill, and the MSC Preziosa premium Yacht Club. Looking at 5 areas: food, entertainment, exclusivity, crew and cabins. Although on the surface they are very different "class" of cruise lines and ships, the comparison was not as straight forward as you may expect. For more http://www.tipsfortravellers.com
Ein Anlauf der Queen Mary 2 in Hamburg ist jedes Mal ein Großereignis, das Flaggschiff der Cunard Line umweht fast schon so etwas wie ein Mythos. Zurück von einer Kurzreise auf der Queen Mary 2 von Southampton nach Hamburg unterhalten wir uns in Folge 7 des cruisetricks.de Kreuzfahrt-Podcasts über die Queen Mary 2. Auf die Queen Mary 2 haben wir unsere etwas eigene Sicht. Nur so viel sei vorweggenommen: Wir riskieren die "Majestätsbeleidugung", denn wir fanden längst nicht alles nur gut auf dem Cunard-Schiff. Etwas ganz Besonderes ist die QM2 aber trotzdem. Was uns gefallen hat und was weniger, darüber sprechen wir im Podcast ausführlich. Also gleich mal reinhören - und gerne auch hier via Kommentar mitdiskutieren. Nebenbei kommt auch das Thema Pod-Antrieb vs. feststehende Schiffsschraube zur Sprache. Wir diskutieren über Vibrationen, Manövrierfähigkeit, Vor- und Nachteile der beiden Antriebsformen. Das zweite Schwerpunkt-Thema in dieser Folge: Der Flieger hat Verspätung oder man kommt zu spät zurück vom Landgang ... Was passiert eigentlich, wenn man das Kreuzfahrtschiff verpasst? Tipps und Strategien, wie man auf der sicheren Seite ist.
Some better events of 2004 with some pics to come. SpaceShipOne is a suborbital air-launched spaceplane that completed the first manned private spaceflight in 2004. That same year, it won the US$10 million Ansari X Prize and was immediately retired from active service. Itsmother ship was named "White Knight". Both craft were developed and flown by Mojave Aerospace Ventures, which was a joint venture between Paul Allenand Scaled Composites, Burt Rutan's aviation company. Allen provided the funding of approximately US$25 million. 8 Sung-Chih Road, Hsin-Yi DistrictTaipei Taiwan Status: built Construction Dates Began 1998 Finished 2004 Floor Count 101 Basement Floors 5 Floor Area 412,500 m² Building Uses - office - communication - conference - library - observation - restaurant - retail - fitness center Structural Types - highrise - tuned mass damper - pole Architectural Style - pagoda style Materials - glass - steel Heights Value Source / Comments Spire 1667 ft Roof 1470 ft Architect plans Top floor 1437 ft Architect plans 101st floor, Observation deck (inside) Floor 91 1282 ft Architect plans Observation deck (outside) Floor 89 1254 ft Architect plans Observation deck (inside) Floor 86 1213 ft Architect plans Club house Floor 12 207 ft Podium roof (highest point) Floor 6 124 ft Podium main roof Ground level 0 ft Sea level -4 ft Floor b5 -103 ft Queen Mary RMS Queen Mary 2 is a transatlantic ocean liner. She was the first major ocean liner built since Queen Elizabeth 2 in 1969, the vessel she succeeded as flagship of the Cunard Line. The new ship was named Queen Mary 2 by Queen Elizabeth II in 2004 after the firstRMS Queen Mary, completed in 1936. Queen Mary was in turn named after Mary of Teck, consort of King George V. With the retirement ofQueen Elizabeth 2 from active duty in 2008, Queen Mary 2 is the only transatlantic ocean liner in line service between Southampton andNew York, which operates for part of each year. The ship is also used for cruising, including an annual world cruise.[9]
In part 2 of a 3 part series meeting some of the people behind the scenes on Cunard Queen Mary 2, I interview Robert Howie (Hotel Manager) and Nicholas Oldroyd (Executive Chef) and find out what their roles entail, and get some insider insights and perspectives about how this massive ship functions.
Exclusive interview with 2 of Cunard Queen Mary 2 Entertainment Directors, giving their tips and insights about travelling with Cunard and the Queen Mary 2
Part 2 of observations recorded live on Cunard Queen Mary 2 during a transatlantic crossing from Southampton to New York
Review, advice and tips about doing a transatlantic crossing on Cunard's Queen Mary 2 ocean liner. http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/cunard
Review, observations and tips about Cunard's Queen Mary 2 ocean liner. http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/cunard
How to get the best fare? Why has a Queen Victoria October cruise been cancelled? What is best way to ensure you disembark early? Is the QM2 getting shabby as she nears her 10th birthday?
How to get the best fare? Why has a Queen Victoria October cruise been cancelled? What is best way to ensure you disembark early? Is the QM2 getting shabby as she nears her 10th birthday?
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