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Cunard’s Queen Anne - 2 Weeks Cruising the Mediterranean (part 1 of 4 Cádiz & Sea Days)

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Travel Blog Jamie
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👁️ 41K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 57:20

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents the beginning of a two week Mediterranean cruise aboard Cunard's Queen Anne, starting with the boarding process at Southampton. The video provides a detailed look at life on board, including a review of a standard inside cabin and an explanation of the ship's service charge and gratuity policies. The creator explores various onboard amenities such as the Grand Atrium, the Pavilion, and the Corinthia Lounge, while also participating in activities like bingo and a themed show at the Bright Lights Society. Dining experiences are a significant focus, featuring reviews of the Britannia Restaurant, the Artisan Food Hall buffet, and the specialty Asian dining at Ara. The creator also discusses personal lifestyle choices, such as reducing alcohol intake during the voyage. The first part of the series concludes with a shore excursion in Cadiz, Spain, where the creator explores the city's colorful streets, local food, and historical sites before returning to the ship for more sea days.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Queen Anne
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Queen Anne
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise Vlog🥈Expert Creator
🧍 Best for SoloMediterranean · Spring · 14 nightsFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'll soon be boarding card's Queen an for a 2E Mediterranean cruise and guess what you lot are coming with me for the duration

I'm not a fan of the standard inside cabins on this ship you might say why did you book one Well I booked this ages ago

I've never been spotted or recognized as much ever on a cruise ship as I have the last day or so uh and it's lovely

I'm trying to cut down and the other thing with me is I don't have to drink a lot to be communicative

Creator's Tips & Advice

Join the virtual queue for dinner to avoid waiting
Use the myvoyage.cunard.com webpage to book onboard experiences
Be aware of the daily service charge for Britannia cabins

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dress code strictnessDon't worry about others; focus on your own trip
Solo travel costsBid for upgrades may be double for solo passengers

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the check-in and boarding process like?
QWhat are the dining options and how does the virtual queue work?
QWhat can you expect on sea days?

Topics Covered

Embarkation3 Happy BaconService Crew3½ Happy BaconValue Pricing1½ Happy BaconCabin Interior1 Sad BaconPool Deck2½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4 Happy BaconShip Condition3 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cádiz4 Happy Bacon
Top: Ho Ho Hop On Hop Off sightseeing bus
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