The Ambition Dry Dock: HUGE UK Refit for a Ship With 4 Names
Ambassador Cruise Line's Ambition is undergoing a massive, multi-million-pound drydock in the UK! We break down every detail of the refit, from essential engineering overhauls to the heartwarming, game-changing facility that will open up cruising to more people than ever before. Find out why Falmouth was chosen, the HUGE technical scope of the maintenance, and how a spa room is being converted into a fully-equipped renal dialysis centre for guests. This is a massive step forward for accessibility at sea! In this video, we cover: The Multimillion-Pound Investment in the Ambition. Why the British shipyard A&P Falmouth won the refit contract. Ambition's fascinating history: from Mistral to AIDAmira (a ship with four names!). Details on the full hull repaint, new propulsion maintenance, and interior refurbishments. The creation of the new kidney dialysis treatment centre for guests requiring haemodialysis. What's next for the Ambassador fleet, including the Ambience's upcoming drydock. Don't miss the story of this crucial refit before the ship returns to service for the Christmas Markets sailings! 🔗 Watch the full history of the Ambition: The Cruise Ship That's ALWAYS Being Sold; Has Ambition Found Her Forever Home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpJtGALR8Dk — 🛳️ Subscribe to Chris' Substack: https://themaritimehistorian.substack.com 🚢 Read Chris' Cunard History Website: https://www.chriscunard.com 📚 Browse Chris' Books: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/books 👕 Support the channel at our Cruise Merch store: https://chrisframeofficial.teemill.com ✅ Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join -- EXPERT CRUISE SHOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH7xwPvQa8I&list=PL3qAElimHee2AoEj98SJeG6hbViIEnnLJ -- 🗺️ 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/products/p-o-australia-final-voyages-special-edition-maps/chrisframeofficial This is an affiliate link, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through it. 🎥 OUR EQUIPMENT: Chris' Mic: Audio Technica: https://amzn.to/4ij8myg Chris' 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 These are affiliate links meaning we may receive a small commission from any sales. -- 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 * #disneycruise * #OceanLiner * #CruiseTravel * #ExpertCruiseShow * #ShipHistory * #NorthAtlantic * #QueenMary2 * #TravelVlog * #Cruise * #Cruising * #CruiseLife * #ShipLife * #SeaDays * #MaritimeHistory * #Titanic * #whitestarline * #Travel * #Wanderlust * #titanic * #cruisenews * #oceanlinerdesigns * #QueenVictoria * #QueenElizabeth * #QueenAnne * #QE2 * #ambassadorcruises Image Support: CC BY: Mistral, By I, VollwertBIT, CC BY-SA 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2385817 Costa neoRivera, Piergiuliano Chesi, CC BY SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Costa_neoRiviera_IMO_9172777_04_@chesi.JPG Corporate: Ambassador Cruises