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An 8-Night Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 for the first time: What was it like?

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She Sails Away
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πŸ‘οΈ 299K viewsπŸ“… 1 years ago⏱️ 21:07
What This Creator Said
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πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Transatlantic Β· 8 nightsFrom New YorkFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I had some misgivings booking the Queen Mary 2 because I just wasn't sure this was a good choice for me

The Queen Mary 2 is elegant beautiful very classy old schooled yes but just so dignified so fun to be aboard

We loved the food in the main dining room we ate in the Britannia Club dining room on Deck two everything we had we really enjoyed

We couldn't have chosen a better ship for our adventure it was a very big adventure and the Queen Mary to did not disappoint in any way

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“For gala nights, consider buying a few accessories to get into the theme
βœ“Be prepared for all kinds of weather and lots of wind on the upper decks during a transatlantic crossing

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Uncertainty about whether the Queen Mary 2 was a good choice β€” The ship exceeded expectations with its elegance, beauty, and variety of activities
Anxiety about the dress code β€” Don't worry too much; bring nice clothes you already have and dress nicely, and for gala nights, buy a few accessories to enjoy the theme

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat was it like to cruise on the Queen Mary 2 for the first time on a transatlantic crossing?
QWhat activities and amenities are available on the Queen Mary 2?
QHow should one prepare for the dress code on the Queen Mary 2?

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YouTube Video Description↓

I took an 8-night crossing on Cunard Cruise Line's Queen Mary 2 from New York to Southampton, England. It was my first time ever on the Queen Mary 2. In this video, I recap what the Eastbound Transatlantic was like, and what to expect cruising with Cunard upon the Queen Mary 2. I will share information about the Transatlantic weather, the Cunard dress code, all of the activities available on the QM2, and more. The Queen Mary 2 is a very unique experience, so please tune in! Are YOU planning a crossing on the QM2? If so, please leave a comment and tell us when you're going! Stay tuned until the end for a word about the dress code as well as what this trip meant to me, personally! A HUGE THANK YOU to my channel members! I couldn't do it without you! If you'd like to become a channel member and support future content, more info here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5XAnHJGrCsr_MraAjzKxsg/joi You can also support one-time with Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/shesailsaway #cunard #queenmary #cruise #qm2 #Transatlantic