Cruise Ships in 1932 vs 2022

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Cruise ships have come a long way! 90 Years ago, P&O launched their first cruise in Australia on the beautiful SS Strathaird. Fast forward to today and the company's cruise offering is incredible, with the brand new MV Pacific Encounter and Pacific Adventure joining the fleet. But what is the difference between a cruise ship and an ocean liner? How much has changed since 1932? Today let's explore the towering Pacific Encounter and compare it with the company's first cruise ship. With special thanks to @TheCruiseandTravelGuy for his great footage filmed aboard Pacific Encounter and Adventure! Footage and music from; Getty The Prelinger Archive FreePD Oceanliner Designs explores the design, construction, engineering and operation of history’s greatest vessels– from Titanic to Queen Mary and from the Empress of Ireland to the Lusitania. Join maritime researcher and illustrator Michael Brady as he tells the stories behind some of history's most famous ocean liners and machines! #ship #history #engineering #cruiseship #cruise #maritime #titanic 0:00 Introduction 1:13 The Strathaird 2:20 Ocean Liners vs Cruise Ships 4:21 The First Cruise 5:08 Size Comparison 6:03 Inside Comparison 12:10 Construction and Safety 18:34 Engines Compared 20:47 Similarities