Cunard Line - MV Queen Elizabeth

With Reuben Goossens

Cruise’n’Travel Journalist / Cruise Reviewer

& Maritime Historian

Cunard Line

MV Queen Elizabeth

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MV Queen Elizabeth the 3rdjis on her way

Welcome aboard the Queen Elizabeth! I trust that this new and updated page on this fine ship will encourage you to rush to your cruise specialist and book a cruise on a very special modern, yet elegant cruise ship!

Cunard stated that once you step on board the spectacular new Queen Elizabeth you will relive “The same style of glamour of high society events of the 1930s and 1940s as you grace ornate rooms whose rich décor recalls the halcyon days when our first Queen Elizabeth ruled the waves.” And I am sure that once you have viewed this page that you will agree that this new cruise ships is without doubt one of the most innovative and above all even more glamorous and luxurious than even her two predecessors, the Queen Victoria and Queen Mary 2.

Although she is basically the same ship as the Queen Victoria and many of the Carnival based ships, such as the P&O Arcadia, and others of Holland America Line and the Italian Costa fleet as they all have Vista Class ships with the same distinctive style superstructure. However, in each fleet the forward part of the superstructure as well as the funnel are especially modified to make them look part of the respective fleet.

Her facilities and accommodations are superb, but her staterooms offer an excellent variety of choice from comfortable and affordable inside and outside rooms up to the ultimate deluxe Master and Penthouse Suites. Interestingly 85% Queen Elizabeth’s Staterooms have an Ocean view and 71% of Staterooms feature a private balcony.

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Amazingly 12% of the accommodations on the Queen Elizabeth are in the Grills Suite section, which is more ever before. Grades of accommodations available are similar to that of the famed QE2: 1. Britannia inside and outside Staterooms: 2. Britannia Club balcony Staterooms: 3. Princess Grill Staterooms and suites: 4. completing the scene with the opulent Queens Grill suites and Penthouses.

However there are three separate dinning venues pending your style of accommodation, many would say that in old fashioned terms this is considered as a “class system” although the ship is still a one class ship. However, the new Queen Elizabeth is a new and a beautiful ship for those who like the Cunard style!

The A to Y some of Queen Elizabeth’s many fine features!

Britannia Restaurant – The grandest Restaurant on the Queen Elizabeth featuring two floors of fine Cunard dinning in the grand manner!

Britannia Gill – Fine dinning in a superb environment.

Café Carinthia - Luxurious drapes and chandeliers create a golden glow as you sip speciality teas and indulge in delicious pastries whilst overlooking the Grand Lobby.

Children’s Programme - For our younger guests, these facilities feature both inside and outside areas dedicated to children ages 1-12.

Commodore Club - Sink into the comfy chairs of this club-like observation lounge with sweeping views over the bow and choose from a wide selection of delicious martinis.

ConneXions Internet Centre - Improve your computer skills and keep up-to-date on email with friends back home with our Internet Centre located just off the Grand Lobby. Charges apply for internet and email access.

Cunarders' Gallery - Gaze at the famous faces that have travelled on iconic Cunard ships, as fascinating black and white photographs tell their stories.

Cunard Royal Spa and Fitness Centre - Pamper yourself with aromatherapy massages and rejuvenating treatments, and stay trim at the superbly equipped gym.

Casino - This elegant “Empire casino” will set your heart racing as you spin the roulette wheel, play the slots or try your hand at black jack.

Cunard Place - Take a nostalgic trip into our past as you admire this collection of artefacts and images from years and liners gone by.

Games Deck - When the warm weather entices you on to the spacious Games Deck, you’ll notice a definite English country garden ambience, with the gentle clunk of croquet balls, traditional bowls or paddle tennis in the welcome shade of its canopy.

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Garden Lounge - A light and sociable room reminiscent of a resplendent conservatory and inspired by the glass houses at Kew Gardens. What a wonderfully atmospheric venue for occasional ‘Supper Clubs’ that combine dining and dancing under the stars.

Golden Lion - A Cunard favourite, choose from a wide selection of beer, cider and wine to complement the delicious gastro pub-style lunch menus in a comfortable, traditional setting.

Grand Lobby - From its marble floors up to the stunning chandelier. The Grand Lobby ensure a majestic welcome on board this gracious new liner.

Grills Terrace - The highest outdoor area on Queen Elizabeth, exclusively for Grills guests to soak up the sun and admire the scenery.

Library - Admire the flowing spiral staircase and striking geometric patterns as you select from 6,000 titles located on two floors of books.

Midships Bar - A warm and sophisticated venue harking back to the days of the original RMS Queen Elizabeth.

Pavilion Pool - After a few lengths, relax in one of the two whirlpools or sit back on a sun lounger with a refreshing drink.

Royal Arcade - A refined air surrounds the chic designer boutiques of the Royal Arcade, with its curved staircases, feature lighting and a strikingly ornate sculpture arranged majestically over two decks.

Royal Court Theatre - Applaud lavish productions from private boxes, as you savour chocolates and champagne.

Queens Grill – This is the rather Exclusive Restaurant for the finest cuisine at sea, but only available to those in the highest grades of suites and Penthouses.

Queens Grill Lounge: Again a magnificent venue, but exclusive to the Grills guests. Sadly this does remind us that this ship is based on class distinction. This refined, comfortable and relaxed haven is perfect for a pre-dinner tipple with friends or daily afternoon tea.

Queens Room – This is the magnificent Grand Ballroom whose artworks and murals reflect our cherished royal links. This is the setting for Royal Nights and themed balls and white-gloved afternoon tea.

Verandah-Restaurant – This is a dinning venue of sheer refine luxury and not to be missed!

Yacht Club - Its nautical features, including the compass-shaped dance floor, will be the scene for lively evenings and sunny days.

For those Interested – Her Specifications are as follows:

Tonnage: 90,400 GRT (Gross Registered Tons)

Length: 964.5ft / 294m

Width: 106ft / 32.3m

Draught: 25.9ft / 8m

Guest Decks: 12

Passengers: 2,092

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