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QE2 Dubai Part 1: Heritage Tour, Pool, Buffet Feast & Ghost Ship

Out of the Cabin Cruise
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Asia · 2 nightsFrom DubaiVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

This ship is not going anywhere. It is a floating hotel I slept in, which is totally totally fine.

She really, really is. And you can see the differences. Not not just necessarily the differences between a cruise ship and an ocean liner, although those are apparent if you know what to look for.

I will say it was typical cruise ship buffet food.

We are We are legitimately on the ghost ship Queen Elizabeth 2.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Choose a renovated room if possible for a better experience.
Book the full board option for easier dining access.
Bring a wet suit for the pool if you're concerned about hygiene.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Room categories and renovationsCheck room descriptions carefully; choose a renovated room if available.
Dining options and board plansClarify what is included in board plans; the website descriptions are unclear.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to stay on the QE2 as a floating hotel in Dubai?
QWhat are the key differences between an ocean liner and a modern cruise ship?
QWhat can you expect from the heritage tour and onboard facilities?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing1 Happy BaconBooking Process2 Sad BaconEntertainment Activities1½ Happy BaconPort Destination1 Happy BaconShip Condition1½ Happy BaconService Crew1 Happy BaconDining Buffet1 Happy BaconPool Deck2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Dubai1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

QE2 Dubai Part 1: Heritage Tour, Pool, Buffet Feast & Ghost ShipLiving on QE2 in Dubai! Full Day Exploring the Floating Cunard Legend (Pool, Gym, Lunch) Join me for Day 2 aboard the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 in Dubai – the ultimate floating hotel and retired Cunard ocean liner! After theme park madness, I crash hard, hit guest services, join the 11AM heritage tour (bridge, engines, artifacts galore), explore the gym/pool, devour a massive buffet, and wander empty top decks like a ghost ship. Is this liner heaven or rusty relic? Honest thoughts on QE2 as a hotel! 0:00 Wake Up & Ship Plans 1:30 Guest Desk Drama 3:00 Terminal Snacks & Props 5:00 Heritage Tour Highlights 12:00 Waiting Game & Tour Start 20:00 Bridge, Chart Room & Secrets 25:00 Gym & Pool Peek 30:00 Buffet Bonanza (Indian Feast!) 36:00 Yacht Club & Topside Wander 42:00 Deck Mysteries & Views 50:00 Propellers, Promenade & Outro Loved this QE2 adventure? Smash like if you're team ocean liner, comment your fave part (tour or food?), and subscribe for Part 2 + more cruise/theme park vlogs! What's next – Royal Caribbean or Universal? Drop ideas below! 🚢🌴 #QEDubai #QueenElizabeth2 #CunardQE2 #CruiseShipHotel #DubaiTravel #OceanLiner #CruiseVlog #ThemeParkToCruise #LuxuryHotel #TravelVlog