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An Honest Queen Mary 2 review from an Expert Cruiser - Ep 25 The Expert Cruise Show

Chris Frame the Maritime Historian
Chris Frame the Maritime Historian
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๐Ÿ‘๏ธ 13K views๐Ÿ“… 7 months agoโฑ๏ธ 47:04
What This Creator Said
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Other ยท Fall ยท 7 nightsFrom Quebec CityVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Queen Mary 2 is a ship for people who don't do cruises. This is not a cruise. This is a a vessel, a voyage.

The food quality in Britannia has definitely deteriorated. It's not bad. The food is absolutely fine... but just the attention to detail and the effort that goes into each dish has definitely changed over time.

The lemon being squeezed between a fork and a spoon... that defines the standard that needs to be maintained.

It's unbeatable because it's a one-off ship. It is a bespoke ocean liner the last one sailing the seas.

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Choose the top item on the Britannia menu for better quality.
โœ“Experience Queen Mary 2 before any major refit in 2027.
โœ“Don't buy bottled water; drink filtered tap water.

Questions This Creator Answers

QDoes the Cunard experience live up to the Queen Mary 2's reputation?
QHow has the food and service quality changed over time?
QWhat is the difference between an ocean liner and a cruise ship?

Topics Covered

Dining Main1 Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconShip Condition3ยฝ Happy BaconValue Pricing1ยฝ Sad BaconDining Buffet4 Happy BaconDining Specialty2 Sad BaconCabin Interior3ยฝ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Brooklyn2ยฝ Happy Bacon
Cornerbrook4 Happy Bacon
Quebec City2ยฝ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

Join Anthony Davis from The Expert Cruise Show as he shares with Chris his completely honest and detailed review of his recent cruise aboard the magnificent Queen Mary 2. She is a grand ship, measuring 1,132 feet (345 metres) long, 135 feet (41 metres) wide, and capable of carrying over 2,600 guests. But does the Cunard experience live up to the ship's massive reputation when she's in cruise mode? Anthony dives deep into everything: the luxurious dining, the iconic public spaces, the service, and those essential details that set Cunard apart from every other cruise line. Heโ€™ll expose the best cabins to book for value, share his favourite spots, and reveal the one thing Cunard is doing that you need to know about before you book. Find out if this voyage truly lived up to the legendary shipโ€™s reputation. Is the QM2 still the 'Queen of the Seas', or has her crown slipped? Get Anthony's final, honest verdict, helping you decide if this is the right ship for your next holiday. โ€” Edited on board Qantas and uploded from Celebrity Edge off Airlie Beach. โ€” ๐Ÿ›ณ๏ธ Subscribe to Chris' Substack: https://themaritimehistorian.substack.com ๐Ÿšข Read Chris' Cunard History Website: https://www.chriscunard.com ๐Ÿ“š Browse Chris' Books: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/books ๐Ÿ‘• Support the channel at our Cruise Merch store: https://chrisframeofficial.teemill.com โœ… Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join -- ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ 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. ๐ŸŽฅ 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: โ€˜The Expert Cruise Showโ€™ 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. โ€˜The Expert Cruise Showโ€™ 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 โ€˜The Expert Cruise Showโ€™. 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 * #MaritimeHistory * #Titanic * #whitestarline * #Travel * #Wanderlust * #titanic * #cruisenews * #oceanlinerdesigns * #QueenVictoria * #QueenElizabeth * #QueenAnne * #QE2 * #QE2dubai Image Support: Luke Morrison @Boeing_Luke Cunard @CunardLineOfficial Anthony Davis (QE2) Frame and Cross Collection (all uncredited).