Why People LOVED the QE2? Was she Cunard's BEST? The Expert Cruise Show Ep. 16
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Creator's Key Takeaways
I first traveled on in 1975 when I was 6 months old.
The ship now is a floating hotel.
The crew is everything, isn't it?
She's just so perfectly balanced when she first entered service.
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Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.
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In this episode of The Expert Cruise Show, we delve into the iconic ocean liner, the Queen Elizabeth 2. Why was this ship so beloved by millions, and was she truly the best Cunard ever built? Join us as we explore the history, design, and enduring legacy of the QE2, a vessel that sailed the seas for almost 40 years. We'll uncover what made her a passenger favourite, from her distinct profile to her unparalleled service, and examine the reasons behind her legendary status. Was the QE2 the last of a golden age, or the dawn of a new era for cruising? Find out in this deep dive into one of the most famous ships in maritime history. Note: Thank you to Michael Gallagher and Cunard for the amazing QE2 archival imagery. — 🛳️ Join my Substack: https://themaritimehistorian.substack.com/ 🚢 Chris' Cunard History Website: https://www.chriscunard.com/ 📚 Chris' Books: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/books 👕 Cruise Merch: https://chrisframeofficial.Teemill.com/ -- 🎥 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 * #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 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join Imagery: Michael Gallagher Cunard Line Accor / QE2 Hotel Balou46, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:VAE-dubai-QE_II_cropped.jpg QE2 Dubai By Jidhin George - At Drydock World, Dubai, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=68433289 Britannia: Ben Salter from Wales - farewell Brittania Uploaded by Oxyman https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HMY_Britannia#/media/File:Farewell_Brittania_(1453882710)_(3).jpg Jan & John Frame