Welcome to episode 12 of the Expert Cruise Show, where hosts Anthony and Chris dive deep into the world of cruising. This episode serves as a fascinating follow-up to their special Queen Mary episode, focusing on the iconic 1936 Cunard ship. Chris, who recently experienced the Queen Mary (now a floating hotel in Long Beach, California) for the first time, shares his strong desire to return, despite living thousands of miles away. The hosts explore what made the Queen Mary, and ocean liners of her era, so captivating, contrasting the luxurious yet simpler experiences of the past with the modern amenities of today's cruise ships. They discuss the significant leap in ship design and scale from the 1920s to the 1930s, highlighting how ships like the Queen Mary offered a "magical world" of public spaces and activities, transforming the journey from a mere means to an end into an enjoyable experience in itself.The conversation further delves into the evolution of Cunard ships, from the Art Deco elegance of the Queen Mary to the more contemporary designs of the QE2 and the current fleet, including Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth, and the upcoming Queen Anne. Anthony and Chris reflect on the changing nature of the onboard experience, particularly the shift from communal dining and shared experiences to more private options. —🛳️ Join my Substack: https://themaritimehistorian.substack.com/🚢 Chris' Cunard History Website: https://www.chriscunard.com/📚 Chris' Books: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/books👕 Cruise Merch: https://chrisframeofficial.Teemill.com/--Disclaimer: ‘The Expert Cruise Show’ is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of any organisation or company they may be affiliated with, nor that of the hosts Chris Frame or Anthony Davis. ‘The Expert Cruise Show’ is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, and is not intended as professional, personal or financial advice - always consult with a qualified professional for guidance. The hosts and guests are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented in ‘The Expert Cruise Show’. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech (USA) and the right to freedom of opinion and expression (Australia). --Tags: * #TransatlanticCrossing* #QueenMary2* #Cunard* #OceanLiner* #CruiseTravel* #ExpertCruiseShow* #ShipHistory* #NorthAtlantic* #QM2* #TravelVlog* #Cruise* #Cruising* #CruiseLife* #ShipLife* #QE2Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join

Image References:

SS Normandie Public Domain: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:SS_Normandie_%28ship,_1935%29_interior.jpg

VISTRAFJORD PETER J. FITZPATRICK CC BY SA 4.0 - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%22Vistafjord%22_-_Piraeus,_1984.jpg

Seawise University CC BY SA 2.5 Barry Loigman, M.D.: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Seawise_University_wreck.jpg

Queen Elizabeth on fire as Seawise University in 1972 - Public Domain (Hong Kong) - Catala 1965 released "own work: - License: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Queen_Elizabeth_on_fire_as_Seawise_University.gif

SS United States Item is held by John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland - Public Domain: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:StateLibQld_1_169487_United_States_(ship).jpg

Photo by Ran Hua: https://www.pexels.com/photo/queen-mary-ship-moored-23880052/

Photo by Anas Hinde from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/white-and-black-ship-on-sea-4000923/

Photo by DINH PHUOC VO from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/historic-ocean-liners-docked-by-the-sea-31438757/