From the 'warm layup' of hundreds of ships during the pandemic to the differing crew standards on brands like Virgin Voyages versus Royal Caribbean, they offer unique insights you won't find anywhere else. They also reveal a fascinating glimpse into crew cabins and amenities, including the surprising discovery of a ship's morgue, highlighting the vast difference between the passenger and crew experience.The hosts also tackle the age-old debate of "luxury" in cruising. Anthony, with his background in high-end hospitality, questions whether a modern cruise butler can ever truly live up to the standard of a London hotel. Chris, the maritime historian, compares the service on many lines to the concept on Celebrity Edge's four main dining rooms, revealing a clever galley secret. They lament the decline of silver service and the impact of 'anytime dining' while offering tips on how to get a truly personalised experience and why being a good passenger goes a long way. This episode is packed with expert knowledge, revealing what it's truly like to live and work on a cruise liner.Prepare to navigate the world of cruising with unparalleled insight, as cruise experts Chris Frame and Anthony Davis launch "The Expert Cruise Show.” This new weekly original show brings their combined 60 years of maritime and cruising expertise directly to audiences on YouTube and popular podcast platforms, in an informal and conversational format.

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