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I Lectured on Queen Mary 2 for Steve Marsh [Thanks to THIS Job] | TECS 50k Sub Special

Chris Frame the Maritime Historian
Chris Frame the Maritime Historian
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👁️ 1K views📅 Yesterday⏱️ 35:29
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Creator Had Mixed FeelingsCruise Vlog🥈Expert Creator
Veteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Queen Mary 2 is not a cruise. Even if you take it to the Norwegian fjords, it's still not a cruise. It's still an ocean liner and you're on a voyage.

The solution to a busy ship is not paying more for the retreat or for, you know, one of these ship-within-a-ship concepts because that also, you know, some of the new outfitting on ships, Queen Mary 2 for example, is about to get a whole lot more Princess Grill cabins.

I think the solution is to go off-season, is to go on a ship that you know that has got more space and and can accommodate that.

Creator's Tips & Advice

To avoid crowded ships, consider traveling off-season or choosing ships with better space ratios.
Do due diligence on space ratios and cabin sizes before booking to ensure the ship meets your personality type (e.g., needing quiet vs. wanting high-density energy).

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Crowded buffets and public spacesUnderstand venue choices and peak times to mitigate crowds, or choose smaller ships with better crew-to-passenger ratios.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do YouTube creators impact the cruise industry?
QIs it worth paying for premium ship-within-a-ship concepts to avoid crowds?
QWhat is the difference between an ocean liner and a cruise ship?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition2½ Happy BaconDining Buffet2 Sad BaconEntertainment Casino1½ Sad BaconCrowd Capacity2½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Norway
Perth2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

To celebrate hitting 50,000 subscribers, we are looking at how YouTube creators are reshaping the cruise industry: and sharing the story of how my day job led to lecturing alongside Steve Marsh on board Queen Mary 2. In this 50K Subscriber Special, we dive into: Lecturing on Queen Mary 2: How my job got me on board alongside Steve Marsh. The Emma Cruises Effect: Why cruise lines owe Emma for bringing a whole new demographic of younger passengers to sea. The Gary Bembridge Factor: Why Gary's unfiltered, authentic reviews do cruise lines a massive favour. Check out the special guests and mentions at these timestamps: 00:00 50,000 subscriber milestone 02:47 @steve-marsh I Lectured for Steve Marsh 03:13 @visitwithus I met Helen and Rich 03:51 @EmmaCruises Emma Cruises did more for cruising than most 04:49 @Boeing_Luke Hello from Luke 05:58 @luxevagabonds Hello from Henry and Perry 10:32 @tipsfortravellers Gary Bembridge and his honest authenticity 11:03 @ritzytravelguide back on Celebrity 11:40 Choosing Wisely 17:13 Queen Mary 2 21:00 On Being Honest 26:49 Queen Victoria Refit 30:33 Joe Farcus Design — 📚 Buy my books: https://www.frameandcross.com/books/ 👕 Buy cruise merch: https://chrisframeofficial.teemill.com/ 🛳️ My Maritime History Substack: https://themaritimehistorian.substack.com/ — 🛳️ BOOK A CRUISE (AUS/NZ): https://www.travelmasters.com.au/chris-frame From a childhood voyage on Cunard’s QE2 to becoming a leading voice in maritime history, Chris spends many days each year at sea, with a front-row seat to how the cruise industry operates. When it comes to booking his own family cruises, he turns to Travel Masters and The Travel Studio. In Chris’ words: “Their team doesn't just navigate complex, long-distance itineraries; they have even secured cabins that many major booking engines can't find. They’ve been my secret weapon for many years, providing human expertise that I’ve never seen matched. I recommend them to friends and family without hesitation.” This is an affiliate link. By using this booking referral page Chris Frame may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. — 🎥 EQUIPMENT WE USE TO MAKE VIDEOS: Camera - DJI Pocket 3: https://amzn.to/4sG6nc7 DJI Lav Mic: DJI Lavalier Mic: https://amzn.to/4klRgBA DJI Roaving Mic Transmitter: https://amzn.to/3Qji62Q Voice Over Mic: Audio Technica: https://amzn.to/4ij8myg Apple Ear Buds: https://amzn.to/3QJq0ms MacBook Air: https://amzn.to/3QJqby8 iMac: https://amzn.to/4n8GS26 These are affiliate links meaning we may receive a small commission from any sales. These are affiliate links meaning we may receive a small commission from any sales. — 🗺️ CUSTOM CRUISE MAP: Made using AIS (satellite ship-tracking) data, The Cruise Maps show the exact route. Select your cruise, give your map a title, and we'll do the rest. Use my code "ChrisFrameOfficial" for 10% off at: https://thecruisemaps.com/chrisframeofficial This is an affiliate link, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through it. — 🌍 THE CRUISE GLOBE: Map your own cruises at: https://thecruiseglobe.com?fpr=chrisframe This is an affiliate link, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through it. — Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join — Tags: #cruisenews #cruise #cruising #cruiseship #oceanliner #oceanliners 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).