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I Stayed On The World's Most Haunted Ship (Queen Mary)

Emma Cruises
Emma Cruises
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πŸ‘οΈ 269K viewsπŸ“… 5 years ago⏱️ 10:24

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Editorial Summary

The creator explores the history and paranormal reputation of the Queen Mary, a former ocean liner currently serving as a floating hotel in Long Beach, California. The video details the ship's origins in 1936 as a fast and luxurious vessel designed to cross the Atlantic. The narrative transitions from its early years of carrying celebrities to its service as a troop ship during World War II, during which it earned the nickname the Grey Ghost. The creator examines several notable incidents, including the collision with the HMS Curacao and the accidental poisoning of Second Officer W.E. Stark. Various ghost stories are discussed, such as the haunted room B340, the infamous Door 13 in the engine room, and reports of spirits near the dilapidated first class pool. Beyond the supernatural, the creator observes the ship's unique physical characteristics, including the use of fifty different types of wood and the ability to open portholes. The video concludes by addressing the ship's uncertain future, noting its history of bankruptcy and the recent takeover by Long Beach to ensure its preservation.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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Barely Crispy
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

i'm glad that i didn't know everything i know now when i was on board or i might not have stayed there at all

i'm glad i didn't stay in that room i didn't stay there no one

staying on the queen mary is really strange because it's an interesting mix of modern and also really old

i was born decades too late to cruise on the queen mary but i'm very glad i got to stay there just for the night

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Consider taking a ghost tour at night for the best experience
βœ“Be aware that the most haunted room (B340) costs around $500 to stay in
βœ“Visit the infamous door 13 in the engine room during any tour

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Fear of ghosts or haunted experiences β€” The creator was too scared to do ghost tours but found the ship interesting despite the ghost stories
Old ship smell and condition β€” The ship has a musty smell from the 1930s but is well-looked-after and refurbished internally

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to stay on the Queen Mary?
QWhat are the most popular ghost stories associated with the ship?
QWhat is the history of the Queen Mary?

Topics Covered

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