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Cruising with Matthew

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4½ Happy Bacon

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TransatlanticFrom Southampton

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Creator's Key Takeaways

She's purpose-built to carry out a regular transatlantic crossing between Southampton and New York, whatever the weather.

I'm yet to find a cruise line that offers the same number and quality of speakers on board.

If you want to experience QM2 in her element, then a transatlantic crossing is an absolute must.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Visit the Maritime Quest Exhibition to learn about ocean liner history.

✓Stand on the upper observation deck on deck 11 for views of the bow.

✓Try the afternoon tea in the Queen's Room.

✓Check the schedule for the Cunard Insights lecture series and arrive early for featured speakers.

✓Look for the small viewing gallery behind the bridge.

✓Visit the aft wings near the Terrace Pool for unique hull views.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Feeling seasick on a transatlantic crossing — The ship is an ocean liner with a thicker hull and deeper draft designed to withstand the North Atlantic, and public areas are located midships to reduce pitching.

Feeling cooped up in bad weather — The ship has wide open corridors and vast public areas so you won't feel cramped or claustrophobic.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the best things to do on the Queen Mary 2?

QHow is the Queen Mary 2 different from a standard cruise ship?

QWhere can I find the best views on the QM2?

QWhat kind of entertainment and lectures are available on Cunard?

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Port Highlights

Lisbon4 Happy Bacon

New York5 Happy Bacon

Southampton

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YouTube Video Description↓

Join me as I share with you my Top 10 Hints & Tips to help you make the most of Cunard's Queen Mary 2! I'll highlight lesser known areas onboard as well as some of my favourite lounges so you can have an even better time onboard this wonderfully unique ship. Do note that as we stayed in Britannia Staterooms for our cruise on QM2, I can’t comment on either the Britannia Club, Princess or Queen's Grills Areas. But hopefully I’ll be able to cover these on a future cruise. If you have any questions, please do let me know in the comments below and I'll do my best to answer them! Want to know more about Cruising with Matthew? Then click the link below to see my other social media channels! https://linktr.ee/cruisingwithmatthew @CunardLineOfficial --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Introduction 00:28 1 - Ocean Liner not a Cruise Ship 02:06 2 - Explore the History 03:33 3 - Observation Deck 04:49 4 - Afternoon Tea 05:52 5 - The Chart Room 07:01 6 - Lectures 09:09 7 - The Promenade 10:36 8 - The Commodore Club 11:27 9 - Bridge Viewing Area 12:15 10 - Transatlantic Crossing 13:18 Bonus - Aft Wings 13:52 Conclusion