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Cunard Queen Mary 2 POSH night! Gala Night on our transatlantic Crossing on QM2 | Vlog 2

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❤️ Best for CoupleTransatlantic · WinterFrom New York

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We absolutely love the observation deck. It's the perfect place to grab a breath of fresh air and admire some spectacular ocean views.

The massage was fantastic and very relaxing.

It has to be said we met some lovely people on this cruise and had an absolutely fantastic evening.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a spa pass for a week if sailing in winter to escape the cold.
Try the Velvet Devil red wine at the Golden Lion pub.
Visit the observation deck for fresh air and ocean views.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Losing an hour due to time change on eastbound crossingBe aware that time jumps forward at midday, so plan appointments accordingly.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is there to do on a sea day aboard Queen Mary 2?
QHow is the spa experience on a transatlantic crossing?
QWhat is the nightlife like on Queen Mary 2?

Topics Covered

Spa Fitness4½ Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife4½ Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks4 Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

New York4 Happy Bacon
Southampton
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YouTube Video Description

Queen Mary 2 Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing – Episode 2 | Winter Crossing, Spa Day, Drinks & Nightlife Join us for Episode 2 of our Queen Mary 2 eastbound transatlantic crossing as we continue our winter voyage from New York to Southampton aboard Cunard’s iconic flagship. In this episode, we explore more of the ship, enjoy a relaxing spa day, sample the onboard bars, and end the night dancing at G32! What’s Inside This Episode - Taking in the fresh air and ocean views from the Observation Deck - Riding the panoramic elevators between Decks 7–11 - Discovering the Commodore’s “cufflinks” (yes—they’re spare propeller blades!) - Walking the full wraparound Promenade Deck (3 laps = 1 mile!) - Watching Queen Mary 2’s dramatic wake from the aft, even in the snow - Visiting the Pavilion Pool and capturing some fun selfies - A relaxing afternoon at the Mareel Spa - Elemis haircut, shave, and head & shoulder massage - Thermal Suite access with our week‑long pass - Drinks and snacks at the Golden Lion Pub - Pre‑dinner cocktails in the Chart Room - Dinner in the elegant Britannia Restaurant - Champagne in the Grand Lobby’s Champagne Bar - A fun-filled night of dancing at G32, Queen Mary 2’s late‑night venue We’re sailing the Queen Mary 2 eastbound transatlantic crossing in winter, which means chilly sea days, cosy indoor spaces, and plenty of time to explore everything this legendary ocean liner has to offer. From spa relaxation to lively evenings with new friends, this episode captures the perfect mix of calm and excitement. 🔗 Queen Mary 2 Balcony Stateroom Tour: https://youtu.be/yw79usCIYcM If you enjoyed this vlog, please like, comment, and subscribe—it really helps us grow and ensures you don’t miss the rest of our Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic series! 🚢 Book your next cruise with Cruise Monkeys Travel: https://cruisemonkeys.com/book or 📞 0330 880 5555 🔔 Subscribe & follow along for more cruise adventures! 🚢✨ 📧 Sign up for our newsletter: https://cruisemonkeys.com/newsletter-signup/ 📲 Find us on social media - https://cruisemonkeys.com/socials 👕 Official Merchandise - https://cruisemonkeys.com/shop 📧 For everything else, drop us an email at hello@cruisemonkeys.com 🐒🍌🚢 About Us - Who are the Cruise Monkeys? We are bananas about cruising! We started cruising in 2014 by doing a mini cruise on P&O Aurora and we haven't looked back! Come join us on our adventures as we bring you along on our cruises! We have sailed on Celebrity Cruises, P&O Cruises, Cunard Line, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, Marella Cruises, MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean, VV and Avalon Waterways. We'd love to try Ambassador Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), Holland America (HAL), Disney Cruises, Carnival Cruises, Costa, Aida and Celestyal. #CruiseMonkeys #Cruise #cruiseship #cruiselife #cunardline #newyork #queenmaey2 #cunardqueenmay2 #transatlanticcruise #qm2