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THE LARGEST,
LONGEST, TALLEST, AND GRANDEST OCEAN LINER IN THE
WORLD.
Maybe I'm just a romantic at
heart, but this vessel brings back to mind all the allure of the great
ocean going vessels of several decades ago. When air travel was not as
common as today, people ventured forth on a grand transatlantic
sailing. Champagne glasses gleamed in the moonlight while smartly
dressed patrons shared travel stories enroute to England with dreams
of the undiscovered adventures they would encounter. The crossing was
an adventure in itself. Today Cunard continues the legend with Queen
Mary II.
Classic Cunard hallmarks weave throughout
Queen Mary 2: sweeping staircases, soaring public rooms, a grand
ballroom, a 360° promenade deck. With one staff member per couple,
Cunard's renowned White Star ServiceSM is also assured. The
most anticipated ocean liner in the world also comes with an unprecedented
cache of luxuries and innovations. Three-quarters of her staterooms have
balconies. Lavish two-story duplexes even have their own private exercise
equipment. Exciting restaurants like Todd English and Cunard's renowned
Grills create the premier dining experience at sea.
A space ratio of 57.25 makes her one of the
roomiest vessels anywhere. Even that can't prepare you for the endless
possibilities which occupy all this space - 14 decks of sports
facilities, shops, bars, lounges, 5 pools and no fewer than 10
restaurants, a largesse which allows you the freedom to experience your
own preferences and passions.
EUROPE & THE AMERICAS WELCOME THE NEW QUEEN
QM2 will spend her inaugural year in Europe, the Americas and crossing
the Atlantic. Following her maiden voyage from Southampton to Fort
Lauderdale, she'll winter in the Caribbean and visit Rio during
Carnival. In April, QM2 will make her maiden 6-day eastbound
Transatlantic crossing in tandem with her royal sister QE2. It will be
an historic occasion, the first time two Queens have greeted each other
in the North Atlantic since Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary in 1967.
Throughout the year, QM2 will cross the Atlantic 14 more times including
a magnificent Three Continents Cruise. You'll also see her sailing
through the fjords of Norway, the Mediterranean, and along the rugged
shores of New England and Canada.
TIME FOR ALL THE
THINGS YOU NEVER HAVE TIME FOR.
With a passenger
capacity of 2,620, QM2's sheer size allows the creation of a variety of
passenger spaces. This in turn allows for a world of diversity. Athletes
will find one of the best-equipped playing fields anywhere. Sybarites
can enjoy the rejuvenating treatments of the world-renowned Canyon Ranch
SpaClub®. If you're into health and fitness,
there's a state-of-the-art gym including a separate weight room. Or how
about a visit to the planetarium? A wine tasting seminar? Or a walk down
history lane at the Maritime Quest Exhibit? QM2's is a veritable City at
SeaSM , with
everything from virtual reality golf, a basketball court to a book shop…
even a kennel so you can bring your best friend along.
When the stars come
out, she shines even brighter. Beaded gowns. Black ties and tails.
Champagne and caviar. QM2 plays host to the most elegant soirees of the
season - in any season. Dancers sweep across the largest ballroom at
sea. Hors d'oeuvres are served in Sir Samuel's wine bar, jazz in the
Commodore Club, West End-caliber shows in the Royal Court Theatre. Spin
over to the casino with its tuxedoed croupiers. Head down to the G32
disco, or retire to the Chart Room where a cabaret singer croons Some
Enchanted Evening …which, you'll discover, occurs nightly aboard
QM2.
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Canyon Ranch SpaClub® It is not
surprising that the most luxurious ocean vessel ever built features a
Canyon Ranch spa. This highly acclaimed health resort company has
elevated the spa experience to an entirely new plane with
life-changing programs from stress-relief classes to workshops on
diet, healthy aging and disease prevention. 51 Canyon Ranch health and
wellness experts work in QM2's 20,000 square foot facility which
includes 24 treatment rooms, a thalassotherapy pool with deluge
waterfall, a whirlpool, thermal suite with both herbal and Finnish
saunas, reflexology basins and an aromatic steam room.
Illuminations Take a virtual ride
into outer space, view the stars and other visual spectacles or take a
course on celestial navigation in Illuminations, QM2's full-scale
planetarium. It also functions as a grand cinema, a 500-seat lecture
hall and even a broadcasting studio.
Cunard ConneXionsSM
QM2's cultural enrichment program includes seven classrooms and a
500-seat auditorium where you can attend workshops, seminars and
lectures presenting a fusion of perspectives from the world's premier
cultural hotspots: New York and London. Classes range from fashion to
foreign languages, watercolor techniques to period furniture. Try film
making. Join a discussion of British comedy, or compare MoMA and the
Tate.
Culinary Advisor Daniel Boulud
Stunning French-American cuisine and dedication to quality have made
Cunard's culinary advisor one of the most famous chefs in the world.
He has been the recipient of numerous awards from Bon Appetit's
"Chef of the Year" to Gourmet's "Top Tables." People often wait
months for a reservation at Daniel, his famous New York City
bistro, ranked Number One for "Top Food" by the 2002 Zagat Survey.
Guests can enjoy his cuisine aboard QM2.
History & Art Worth a King's Ransom
Renowned international artists were commissioned to produce over 300
original works of art valued at over $5 million. For history buffs,
the museum-quality Maritime Quest exhibit is a fascinating tour that
takes you back to the golden era of transatlantic cruising.
Britannia Restaurant
Make the traditional grande descente in the stunning 3-story Britannia
Restaurant, whose grand sweeping staircase creates a dramatic showcase
for those wishing to make the ultimate entrance.
Personal Butler and Concierge Service
Concierges attend to guests in all of the Grill Accommodations, while
the Queens Grill categories also feature private butler service.
Interactive TV
You can receive or send e-mails, choose from dozens of movies, review
a seminar you might have missed or sign up for shore excursions -
right from the comfort of your stateroom.
Internet
Guests can surf the web, check e-mail or even transmit a video
postcard to friends and family back home. They can take classes in the
Computer Centre, or bring their own laptop; every stateroom has direct
Internet access.
Play Zone/The Zone
QM2 was designed to accommodate all the ages. For guests who wish to
take their children or grandchildren along, The Play Zone is like a
well-run camp for children 2 - 7 years old. A separate facility, The
Zone, provides hours of supervised entertainment and activities for
children 8- 12 years old. The area includes the Minnows splash pool
and real English nannies for the toddlers. And it's equipped with an
array of toys and activities from board games to computer terminals
with all kinds of learning adventures, so that while kids are doing
their thing, adults have some quality time alone.
Staterooms - 75% with Balconies
80% of her accommodations are outside cabins and over 94% of these
feature spacious private balconies.
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