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10 Must-Know Cunard Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Crossing Tips

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πŸ‘οΈ 796K viewsπŸ“… 8 years ago⏱️ 12:17
What This Creator Said
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Transatlantic Β· Summer Β· 7 nightsFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the Queen Mary - is the only true ocean liner in service today it's not a cruise ship

you will not get bored on a crossing I guarantee you will not get bored on a crossing

the ship is designed to cater and cope with rough seas it has a specific shaped bow it has stabilized to keep the ship stable

crossing the Atlantic on the Queen Mary - is a magnificent experience it really is i something i strongly recommend people do it

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book a cabin in the middle of the ship and as low as possible to minimize movement
βœ“Take over-the-counter motion sickness remedies before boarding
βœ“Do the afternoon tea in the Queens Room at least once
βœ“Consider traveling Southampton to New York for extra time on board
βœ“Take a dental repair kit and travel insurance

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting bored during sea days β€” There are many activities, lectures, shows, and afternoon tea; you won't have enough time
Getting seasick β€” Book a middle, low cabin; take motion sickness remedies; use medical center injection if needed
Dressing up β€” Daytime is casual; formal nights require tuxedos/gowns, but you can dine in the buffet if you don't want to dress up

Questions This Creator Answers

QShould I do a transatlantic crossing on the Queen Mary 2?
QWill I get bored?
QWill I get seasick?
QWhen is the best and worst time to go?
QWhich is the best way to go (Southampton to New York or vice versa)?

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Port Highlights

New York4Β½ Happy Bacon
Southampton4 Happy Bacon
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Discover the 10 Must-Know Tips About Transatlantic Crossing On Cunard Queen Mary 2. One of the iconic trips available to cruisers today, many worry about being at sea for up to eight days. In this video I talk about the things I get asked the most about crossing the Atlantic on the QM2. I discuss everything including "will I get bored?", "when is the best and worst times to go?", "will I get seasick?", "what sort fo cabin should I book?", "what I have to dress up all the time" and "what about service and gratuities?". Support Tips For Travellers and book your next cruise through CruiseDirect using this link: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/cruisedirect . You will get the best and lowest price around. I get a small commission but you pay nothing extra. I would love you to give the video a "thumbs up" and if you subscribed to the channel. Every week Gary Bembridge's Tips For Travellers Channel posts a video to help you make the most of your precious travel time and money on both land and at sea. First-hand travel inspiration, advice and tips based on the over 20 years I have been travelling every month. Follow me on these social media platforms: - YouTube: http://bit.ly/TFT_YouTube2 - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tipsfortravellers - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/tipsfortravellers - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/garybembridge