The Big Cruise Podcast

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:Officially one year until Brilliant Lady’s debutExplora Journeys announces Godmother of Explora II. Itineraries Are Open to Book Aboard Windstar Cruises’ New Star Seeker ShipEnhanced Splendor return to SydneyCarnival opens 2026/27 cruises from Tampa and MobileCunard announced Culinary Delights for the Great Australian Culinary VoyageFremantle to host 2026 Australian Cruise Association 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/32G7Rdh  Follow 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

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 NewsWindstar's Brand-New Star SeekerCarnival Cruise Line Announces Carnival Splendor Livery UpdatesCarnival debuts first Solar Eclipse Cruises in 2026 Viking Takes Delivery of Newest Egypt Ship 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/32G7Rdh Follow 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   Frame & Cross: https://www.frameandcross.com/ Chris’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficial   

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 QuestionKeith 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 NEWSRoyal Caribbeans GLOW-UP of Allure of the SeasMSC turns to smart containers for delivery of freshest foodCunard Reunites with Two Michelin-Starred Chef Michel RouxNew Unlimited Features Make Princess Cruises' Premier Package the Best Value in CruisingSupport 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/32G7Rdh Follow 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

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: Luke: asks about the history of Ambition, now sailing with Ambassador cruise line. Scott: Just had a look at a Cruise article. This is very interesting Just found this link. I hope it works. The New Zealand the government is looking at a plan that involves a blanket ban on all cruise in Milford Sound. Source: Cruise Passenger https://search.app/RZ6VnTJ8PhJirFgUA Cruise News: Paspaley Pearl completes successful Sea TrialsPonant announces brand new Vietnam AdventureSeabourn additional 2026 Antarctica Sailings Windstar Cruises’ 2026 European Voyages Boast 15 Fresh Itineraries, 24 First-Time Ports, and New Iceland Solar Eclipse Sailing 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/32G7Rdh Follow 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   

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:Carnival reveals Pearl Cove Beach ClubHolland America opens Europe 2026 VoyagesSeabourn Encore modifies itineraries for Spring 2025Marvel-Inspired Experiences Coming to Disney Destiny in November 2025Virgin Voyages Launches 8 Legs Run ClubWindstar is celebrating 40 years of small ship cruisingSupport 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  

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: Crystal's 2026 Itineraries Are Coming Soon Princess schedules 8 ships in Alaska for 2026 Carnival Corporation Orders Three Additional Ships for Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Splendor heads for dry dock in Singapore Virgin Voyages - We changed our minds…kids sail free NCL prepares for 3 ships in Asia 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/32G7Rdh Follow 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  

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 Carnival Delights Families Of Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation With Grinchmas Family Fun Day In Sydney HarbourViking Marks Float Out of Newest Ocean ShipCosta launches new Japan & South East Asia cruisesAman at Sea Last Chance to Discover Remote Fiji and Tonga by Expedition Ship MS Caledonian SkyPaspaley Pearl by Ponant unveils inaugural digital brochureCelebrating 15 years of MSC Yacht ClubExtensive Modernization for Two More Sphinx Ships from the End of 2025Listener 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 BCSupport 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/ChrisFrameOfficialJoin 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  

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: Crystal Signs Memorandum of Agreement with Fincantieri for Two New Ocean ShipsCosta Launches new experiences for familiesCast off for AIDA Summer 2026MSC Sustainability updateSupport 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/ChrisFrameOfficialJoin 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  

In episode 188 of The Big Cruise Podcast, Chris answers a maritime history question from listener Stephen, about the cruise line, Asian Pacific Cruises and the ship, Minghau. We have a great selection of cruise news from Disney, Explora Journeys, Carnival Corporation, Costa, Celebrity, Carnival, Cunard, Uniworld & Seabourn. Plus Chris surprises Baz with a Fact or Fiction? Listener Question/feedback:Andrew asks: “Hi I love your podcast. I was wondering if you could do a short history of the Asian Pacific Cruises company that operated the Minghua out of Australia in the early 80’s. I saw an old for the Minghua sailings on YouTube and was interested in it’s history as it would be great to see an Asian themed cruise company sail out of Australia again.”YuSaNa added a comment via Buy me a coffee: “I like to listen to your podcasts! Thanks for sharing info about cruise trips. I’d recommend checking out a Nile River cruises. Maybe you can make podcast with them also. It like a fantastic travel destination; I definitely want to plan a visit there soon! Looking forward to more great content from you guys! Cheers!”Cruise News:Eden (regional NSW port) busiest season on recordDisney Cruise announces a return to Australia in 2025/26Explora II completes successful sea trailsCarnival Corporation Celebrates Shore Power Launch at PortMiami After Exceeding Industry-Leading MilestoneCosta Cruises starts to use shore power in Port of KielCelebrity Xcel Keel Laying CeremonyGrinchly new guest joins Carnival for more Christmas in July funCunard Reveals 2025 Event Voyages ProgramUniworld Announces New Sailing Dates for High Demand ItinerariesSeabourn unveils top ten reasons to experience the Arctic in 2025Support 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/ChrisFrameOfficialJoin 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