Pear Carr

Not impressed with this snapshot in terms of decor/design but final payment now made and will come with an open mind and hope for the best!

Thank you - unfortunately I have never had much success with a TA and could do with a recommendation or two but sadly not allowed on CC.

Thank you!

Are there any benefits to booking a world cruise whilst on board? I know that there is no additional OBC over 25 days but unsure if the 3% saving is applicable to world cruise.

Yes

Labels every time! We miss them arriving in the post and the print out DIY are a faff and a cheap option.

Just about a month from her inaugural voyage - is she going to be ready? Not really convinced by the photographs as still seems a lot to do!

I’m with Buchanan101 on this - although again this is related to Transatlantic crossings - the sweet spot for us is mid ship deck 5. There is a noticeable shift in movement when travelling from deck 5 cabin to the Commodore club when there are swells and I can only imagine this to be more evident on higher decks. We were on the last Literary Festival crossing in November and one of the guest speakers cancelled on the first day due to sea sickness and I believe he was in a club balcony, whereas I was fine even though I am susceptible to motion sickness. I would also add that I have travelled from Hong Kong on QM2 around Asia in PG on deck 10 and had no issues.

Thanks Host Hattie!

I am not quite sure why Cunard is promoting it as ‘Additional Cost Dining’ then in the email I received and differentiates between the above named alternative restaurants and the ‘Included Dining’ options. All will no doubt become clear when we board.

Sorry that this is not very well edited - not sure if the additional cost will apply to evening dining in the Golden Lion and lunches will be included as is on the other 3 Queens.

Alternative dining on Queen Anne Additional cost Dining Indulge in expertly curated cuisine at one of Queen Anne’s alternative restaurants. For an extra special evening, instead of dining at your main restaurant consider booking a table at one of the alternative options on board. From Mediterranean flavours and tastes of Japan, to a flagship steakhouse and grill, Queen Anne offers an exciting array of cuisines to cater to the tastebuds of all guests. In every restaurant find the impeccable White Star Service that Cunard is known for, a warm and welcoming ambience, and choose dishes from menus that feature the finest ingredients from around the globe. Tramonto The golden glint of olive oil. The salty tang of the sea. The sweetness of ripe tomato. Close your eyes and find yourself spirited away to seductive summer nights in the likes of Sicily, Sardinia, and Seville at Queen Anne’s evening-only dining experience, Tramonto. Inspired by fresh Mediterranean flavours, with a sprinkling of African and Arabic influences, Tramonto offers simple and authentic dishes that pay homage to Europe’s sunshine region. With sun-soaked flavours and sparkling sea views, wherever you are in the world, Tramonto will bring the sunshine to you. Aji Wa Aji Wa, meaning ‘harmony of flavours,’ combines the signature tastes of Japan with the artistry of skilled chefs for a truly authentic dining experience. Menus evolve across the year to reflect the seasonality of ingredients and Queen Anne’s location. Where you choose to sit (and the time of day you visit) will also influence how your experience unfolds. Choose a table in the main restaurant, savouring fluffy bao buns, pan-fried gyozas, and feather-light tempura from the all-day menu. Fill up on freshly pressed sushi rolls and finely sliced sashimi at the sit-up sushi bar. Or indulge in delicately seared Wagyu beef from the yakitori grill, perhaps with a sake or a signature Aji Wa cocktail. You’ll also find a Japanese twist on Afternoon Tea, while in the evening, you can let our chefs surprise you with a sublime tasting menu. Sir Samuel's Paying homage to Cunard’s founder, Sir Samuel’s is a culinary coupling of land and ocean, where nothing (least of all the ingredients) comes as standard. The most succulent steaks; subtly smoked and served with your choice of knife. Fruit de mer platters infused with all the flavours of the sea. Irresistible Dover sole delicately deboned at your table. These are the signature tastes Sir Samuel’s invites you to indulge in. Everything here is best in class, selected for its sustainability and its provenance. You’ll find the menu as well travelled as our ships, with prime cuts from around the world, expertly dry-aged in perfect temperature-controlled chambers. Aranya Designed to delight and surprise, Aranya (meaning forest or wilderness in Sanskrit) will take you on a sensory tour of the Indian subcontinent with playful interpretations of classic Indian cuisine. Where you choose to take your taste buds to is up to you, be it the sprawling bazaars of Delhi, the lush green pastures of Kerala, or perhaps the golden sands of Goa. At Aranya, every evening is a new adventure and you’re at the helm. Warm papadams dipped into fruity chutneys. Fluffy rice, perfumed with fragrant cardamon. Delicately spiced sauces that flood your palate with flavour. Whatever you choose, quintessential Indian flavours are creatively reimagined with an original Aranya twist. The Golden Lion Sunday roasts with lashings of gravy. ‘Proper’ pints served straight from the tap. Bloody Marys as red as our ship’s funnels. If the day calls for classic pub fare, look no further than Queen Anne’s Golden Lion. The menu – designed by two Michelin starred chef Michel Roux – offers a fresh take on pub classics, while the drinks selection boasts an ever-changing line-up of ales (including three Cunard exclusives) and wines from around the world. In this stylish yet casual watering hole, there’s no need to dress up nor book in advance. Even on Gala Evenings, relaxed dress is welcome. Simply turn up and slide into a leather banquette, pull up a stool at the bar, or take a seat by the stage for a prime view of the live entertainment.

Not according to the email I received today - Golden Lion is in the alternative dining selection that comes with an additional cost, together with Tramonto, Aji Wa, Sir Samuel's and Aranya.

I hadn’t realised that eating in the Golden Lion will be an additional charge.

I can confirm we have 3 bookings this year - final payment has only made on one. OBC has been applied successfully to all three bookings - the latest being November and actually took less than 24 hours to process and receive updated booking confirmation from Cunard.