The Four Queens Meet: Which Ship Should You Book for 2028? The Expert Cruise Show

A world-first maritime event is coming to Liverpool in 2028: but which Queen will you be on? On 16 May 2028, all four Cunard Queens: Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth, and the new Queen Anne, will unite on the River Mersey for the first time in history. This spectacular "homecoming" marks 20 years since Liverpool was the European Capital of Culture, and it’s expected to be the biggest maritime event since the Three Queens meeting in 2015. In this episode, we break down the specific itineraries, including Queen Mary 2’s historic direct transatlantic crossing from New York to Liverpool—the first eastbound arrival of its kind in over 60 years. We help you choose the right ship based on your style, from the grand ocean liner experience of QM2 to the contemporary luxury of Queen Anne. Inside This Episode: The 4 Queens Liverpool Guide: Everything you need to know about the May 2028 meeting, the best vantage points, and which ships offer the best "celebration" voyages. Sun Class Controversy: Princess Cruises' Sun Princess and Star Princess have divided the internet. Is the "bulbous" exterior a design fail, or a necessary trade-off for the stunning glass Dome and the three-story Sphere Piazza? Interior vs Exterior: We look at why the interior layout, featuring the Sanctuary Collection and the technologically advanced Princess Arena, might actually make this the best Princess class yet—despite the outside looks. Whether you are a Cunard loyalist planning a trip to the Mersey or a Princess fan curious about the new Sun-class fleet, this deep dive covers the biggest news in cruising for 2026 and beyond. — 📚 Buy my books: https://www.frameandcross.com/books 👕 Buy cruise merch: https://chrisframeofficial.teemill.com/ 🛳️ My Maritime History Substack: https://themaritimehistorian.substack... — 🎥 OUR EQUIPMENT: Camera - DJI Mimo Pocket 2: https://amzn.to/3XjXwQn Vlogging Mic: DJI Mic: https://amzn.to/3D3idJP Lav Mic: DJI Lavalier Mic: https://amzn.to/4klRgBA Voice Over Mic: Audio Technica: https://amzn.to/4ij8myg 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/chrisframeo... This is an affiliate link, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through it. — 🌍 BOOK CUNARD: https://refer.cunard.com/Anthony6!5dd... This is an affiliate link, meaning Anthony may earn a small commission if you purchase through it. — 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 #QM2 #Cunard #OceanLiner #CruiseTravel #ExpertCruiseShow #ShipHistory #NorthAtlantic #QueenMary2 #TravelVlog #Cruise #Cruising #CruiseLife #ShipLife #SeaDays #cruisereview #RoyalCaribbean #MaritimeHistory #cruisenewsupdate #oceanlinerdesigns #oceanliners #california #longbeach #qmi *#rmsqueenmary Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @chrisframeofficial   Images: ‪@CunardLineOfficial‬ ‪@princesscruises‬​