The Big Cruise Podcast

In the last episode of 2024, Chris walks us through a review and highlights of 5 years of the podcast and we share the latest news from Celebrity, Cunard, Aurora Expeditions, Royal Caribbean and Virgin Voyages, Merry Christmas and a fabulous festive season to all! CRUISE NEWS SUPPORT THE SHOW https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial CRUISE MAPS: www.thecruisemaps.com/tbcpmapsTBCPMAPS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 206 is a short round up of the latest cruise news from Cunard, Windstar, Princess & Holland America Line. CRUISE NEWS Star Seeker SUPPORT THE SHOW https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial CRUISE MAPS: www.thecruisemaps.com/tbcpmapsTBCPMAPS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 205 of The Big Cruise Podcast, we answer listener Scotty’s question about Parametric rolling and share the latest cruise news from Celestyal, Virgin, Oceania, Ponant, Explora Journeys, Carnival, Costa & Princess LISTENER QUESTION Scott from NSW asks: Hi guys, it’s Scotty from New South Wales again listener question Parametric Rolling: What it is and How to Avoid it on Very big cruise ships like Icon of the seas Keep up the good work guys. Look forward to hearing all about my questions For a more detailed answer on Parametric Rolling click the link below. https://www.tsb.gc.ca/eng/medias-media/fiches-facts/m21p0297/m21p0297-20240731.html CRUISE NEWS SUPPORT THE SHOW https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial CRUISE MAPS: www.thecruisemaps.com/tbcpmapsTBCPMAPS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 204 of TBCP, Chris shares the newest ships joining their fleets in 2025 and Baz shares the latest cruise news from Princess Cruises, Viking, Ponant, MSC and Carnival. Many thanks to Garry S in Sydney for some great ship photos (check out our socials). CRUISE NEWS SUPPORT THE SHOW https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial CRUISE MAPS: www.thecruisemaps.com/tbcpmapsTBCPMAPS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 203 of The Big Cruise Podcast, long time listener Kurt shares his recent experience onboard Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas on a round-trip cruise from Southampton to the Canary Islands. Baz shares the latest cruise news and a listener updates us on shore power in Juneau, Alaska. THANK YOU! Thank you to Kurt and Anonymous for your kind donations via “Buy me a coffee” CRUISE NEWS CRUISE REVIEW SUPPORT THE SHOW https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial CRUISE MAPS: www.thecruisemaps.com/tbcpmapsTBCPMAPS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 202 of The Big Cruise Podcast we talk to Matt about a fabulous new product that all cruisers will love. Chris updates us on the History of Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas and we discuss the latest news from Royal Caribbean, Princess, MSC, Carnival, Azamara, Seabourn and Windstar. CRUISE MAPS: www.thecruisemaps.com/tbcpmapsTBCPMAPSthecruiseglobe.com CRUISE NEWS SUPPORT THE SHOW https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 201 of The Big Cruise Podcast Chris is onboard Queen Elizabeth in Sydney to celebrate 100 years of Cunard cruising to Australia. Long time listener Keith joins Baz to share his recent experience of an Alaska cruise tour with Holland America Line onboard Noordam. Cruise Review: Cruise Line:Cruise Ship:Itinerary: Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In milestone episode 200, we of course celebrate the 200th episode, kick off with a Fact or Fiction, share our listeners cruise icks and share the latest cruise news from Cunard, Celebrity, Princess, Aida, Virgin Voyages and Holland America Line. Fact or Fiction from Chris in North America. Top 3 Listener Cruise Icks Cruise news: Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fact or Fiction from Chri in North America. Fact or Fiction - The U.S. TV show The Love Boat, featured the Princess crew actually working on the Cunard ships for 2 episodes. Answer in episode 200 of The Big Cruise Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 199 of The Big Cruise Podcast Baz Catches up with Chris and his thoughts on Carnival Splendor before Baz shares his recent experience in the Kimberley on board Ponant’s Le Laperouse. Note: Sponsored Episode: Baz travelled as a guest of Ponant, however Ponant have not paid for, or approved this episode. Listener Comments: Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: Co-host: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCghttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sponsored: It's the moment we've been waiting for! Chris has just been aboard the NEWLY REFURBISHED Carnival Splendor cruise ship! As one of P&O Australia's biggest fans, maritime historian and lecturer Chris Frame had never been aboard Carnival.. until now! With Carnival taking over P&O's ships in a few months, Carnival Cruise Line brought Chris Frame to Sydney to tour the ship for The Big Cruise Podcast. More Cruise Content from Chris: https://youtube.com/chrisframeofficial/https://www.chrisframe.com.au/ / @chrisframeofficial Support the Podcast: Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thebigcruisepod Note: Carnival sponsored this episode. They did NOT review or edit the commentary / audio before it was published. Carnival Splendor Aussie Perks: Carnival Splendor Stats: Length: 290 m Launched: 3 August 2007 Construction started: 2007 Capacity: 3,012 passengers Crew: 1,150 Decks: 13 Cost to build: US$697 million Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 197 of TBCP, Chris shares the history of how the often-overlooked Sagafjord and Vistafjord revitalised Cunard’s offering, Plus we share the latest news from Virgin Voyages, Carnival Cruise Line, Aida, Barcelona Port, Aqua Expeditions and Eden Port (NSW). Cruise News: Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: Co-host: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCghttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 196 of TBCP, Chris shares the significance that Carnival Destiny played in the progression of the Cruise Industry, breaking 100,000 GT. Plus, we share the cruise news of the week from Virgin Voyages, Explora Journeys, Windstar, Carnival Cruise Line, Cunard and the port of Fremantle in Western Australia. Cruise News: Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCghttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 195 of TBCP, Chris shares the origins and variety of lives that Pacific Jewel, Superstar Gemini, Ambition and Arcadia had. We discuss the latest news from Windstar, Carnival and Viking. Cruise News Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCghttps://www.frameandcross.com/https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 194, Baz asks listeners to share their “cruise ick” (ick is something that you turn your nose up at, turns your stomach or disgusts you), plus we answer a lister question from Keith and share the latest news from Royal Caribbean, MSC, Cunard & Princess. Listener Question Keith asks: Baz and Chris, do any cruise ships still dock in Hamilton in Bermuda or do they all dock at the Royal Navy Dockyard? My wife and I sailed to Bermuda on Holland America's Veendam from New York City in 2012 and with that being a mid-size ship, we docked in downtown Hamilton. This offered easy access to the city as well as the central bus station to use their public transit system for getting around the island on our own. It's quite a narrow channel to enter the harbor, so large ships simply can't fit. I know that quite a tourist area has been built up around the Royal Navy Dockyard, but was wondering if anyone still docks downtown. Most BIG ships dock in Royal Naval Dockyard at either Kings Wharf of Heritage Wharf. Some smaller ships are permitted to dock in Hamilton or St George’s Town 2024 Cruise Ship schedule shows Regent Seven Seas Mariner, Oceania Insignia & Nautica, Scenic Eclipse, Windstar (Star Pride), Silver Shadow, Azamara Onward docking at either Hamilton or St Georges. If you are visiting on a large ship, you can catch a ferry from Royal Naval Dockyards (500yards / 460m from Kings and Heritage wharfs) to both St Georges and Hamilton. CRUISE NEWS Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCghttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 193, Chris answers a listener question about Ambassador cruise line ship Ambition, another listener Scott sent us some news around a potential cruise ban for Milford Sound in New Zealand and we share the latest news from Ponant, Seabourn and Windstar. Listener Question: https://search.app/RZ6VnTJ8PhJirFgUA Cruise News: Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCghttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Ep192 of TBCP, Chris shares the history of how Costa’s castoff became Norwegian Sky and Baz shares the latest cruise news from Carnival, Holland America Line, Seabourn, Disney, Virgin Voyages and Windstar! Cruise News: Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 191 Chris and Baz answer listener questions from Mark and Scott. Chris shares his experience with Rob Henderson and his P&O Australia Archive, and they share the latest cruise news from Crystal, Princess, Carnival, Virgin and NCL. Cruise News: Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 190 on TBCP listener Croix comments on the loss of P&O Australia and reminds us that the Ocean Village Ships became part of P&O’s 5 ship fleet, which prompts Chris to share the history of Ocean Village. Listener David asks for tips on his planned Cunard voyage to Alaska and we share the latest cruise news from Carnival, Viking, Costa, Aman, Captain Cook Fiji, Paspaley by Ponant, MSC and Aida. CRUISE NEWS Listener Question: David asks: Hope you enjoyed your 'no boat' holiday Chris! We've taken the plunge and booked our once in a lifetime trip for next year to Alaska on Queen Elizabeth. This is something we've wanted to do for years but decided it was probably now or never. It'll be our most adventurous and furthest-travelled to date and really excited about it. We picked voyage Q525 as there's a visit to Hubbard Glacier. Baz, is there any advice or guidance you can give for trips to Alaska, or even any maritime history connected with the area for coverage on the podcast? We definitely want to get a sailing excursion around Hubbard Glacier (and I've been reliably informed that my wife Louise wants to do a husky sled excursion in one port call!) Just thought it would be good to hear some trusted first hand travel or port info from someone in the travel industry know! Still the best podcast with you guys. It's great to listen to the camaraderie between you every week, really cheerful! Q525 – QE – Seattle round trip (11nts) Ketchikan - Juneau - Glacier Bay - Haines - Hubbard Glacier - Icy Straight Point - Sitka - Victoria BC Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCghttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 189 of TBCP, Chris shares the rise and fall of Norwegian Capricorn Line, listener Keith asks about other cruise lines owning hotels/resorts PLUS the boys share the latest news from Crystal, Costa, Aida & MSC. Listener Question: Keith asks: “I’d like to learn more about hotels owned by cruise lines. Was this done to capture more of the vacation spend or done as a way to offer a more complete package and capture more customers? Which lines have done this and beyond Holland America, who continues to own a hotel?” Cruise news: Support the show: https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXhttps://bit.ly/32G7Rdhhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial Join the show: https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-host: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.