Ep70 – Queen Elizabeth Cruise Review, Historical Importance of Singapore and Cruise News

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Ep70 - Queen Elizabeth Cruise Review, Historical Importance of Singapore and Cruise News
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Episode Overview

In 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.

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Maritime History / Listener Question

Alex 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 Elizabeth

Powlo 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/2WUk12h

Queen Elizabeth: https://bit.ly/38GNS0F

Image Credit: Powlo enjoying Chris Frames latest book onboard Queen Elizabeth

Cruise News

  • Crystal River Cruises Celebrates Resumption of European River Cruising
    • The 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 Danube
    • Crystal Debussy departs August 30 from Basel to cruise the Rhine
  • Oceania Cruises Resumes Sailing
    • Marina’s August Cruise is the First in Almost 18 Months
    • Oceania 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 Home
    • Oceania 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.
      • Library
        • Atop 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 Suites
        • Vista 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 Season
        • Vista’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 west
  • Princess shares top reasons to Cruise Japan with princess in 2023
    • Temples, 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 Kobe
      • Temples, 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.

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