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

• Celebrity Cruises debuts in Port Canaveral
• Cunard Unveils Transformative Makeover for Queen Elizabeth
• Aurora Expeditions Unveils New 2026-27 Antarctica Season
• Make room for Nan on the next cruise
• Back to the Future The Musical to Debut on Star of the Seas
• Virgin Voyages introduces Annual Pass

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Episode 206 is a short round up of the latest cruise news from Cunard, Windstar, Princess & Holland America Line.

CRUISE NEWS

• Neuroscience study reveals cognitive benefits of slow travel at sea
• Cunard Teams Up with Talk Art Hosts Russell Tovey and Robert Diament for Exciting Queen Anne Art Collaboration
• Windstar Cruises’ New Star Seeker Floats Out in Portugal
• Carnival Corporation Announces Executive Leadership Changes for Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Seabourn
• Holland America Line's New Onboard Cooking Shows Bring Regional Cuisine from Port to Stage

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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

• Celestyal commits to Qatar
• Virgin Celebration Voyages are back for 2025
• Oceania unveils new 2026 Voyages
• PONANT opens Kimberley 2026 season with up to 30% early bird savings!
• Paddock Club access now available for all guests booking 2025 Monaco Grand Prix
• Carnival opens up more fun from coast to coast in 26/27
• Costa Cruises presents between the Earth & Sky of Africa.
• Sun Princess Debuts All-New Festive Holiday Experiences

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