Toffeegirl68

As you have now worked out, QM2's transatlantic crossings are in themselves a 'destination cruise' - and people generally sail for the joy of being on board. As such, Cunard does not do transatlantic repositioning cruises. Other cruise lines need to move their ships between Europe and the USA at season cross-overs - and as such, the dates of such sailings are less frequent...

Hope you (i) find what you need (ii) discover the joy of a QM2 TA when budget permits!!! 

14 hours ago, dock said:

Thanks all for the info. 
After the encouragement from this board,  we have decided to try the 2 nighter.

However I’ve since noticed a 5 nighter from Quebec City to NYC. As it’s  doable for us time wise and being based on the Eastern seaboard , it makes for easy short break for us. A good way to  potentially see  the  Fall leaves in QC and maybe along the route  as well. 
 

If you had the choice , may I assume the 5 nighter would be a more complete experience? 
There’s only 1 Port Day. 
 

Thanks again. 
 

 

Do both!!! 

But don't bother doing room service on a 2-nighter... why hide in your room on such a short trip?! Definitely find the Commodore club and the ocean-side seats along the side of the theatre... 

I'm sure that they can easily make a 'smaller' measure to bring it in on budget. e.g. when they do the Martini mixology classes, the servings are smaller / in a smaller glass than the larger glass you would get if ordered off the menu. 

Just to let you know, we are in a similar position. Whilst sailing on the recent QV voyage from Auckland to Sydney, we lodged a booking request with the on board voyage sales team for the QM2 Auckland to Sydney sailing in Feb 2026. As yet, we have not heard anything from the central Cunard reservation team to progress our booking.

On 2/17/2024 at 8:49 PM, longton said:

How do container ships and oil tankers manage to sail to New Zealand?

 

It seems NZ just don't want cruise ships. And although we are disappointed our NZ cruise was cancelled, we're happy not going to countries where we may not be welcome. 

Its the dirty ships we don't want - the tourists themselves are welcome - but every destination does want its visitors to spend money... 🥰

Remember that anyone remaining on board from a previous voyage will have the opportunity to 'bag' those tables already, so don't get over-obsessed with table locations.... or getting to the miatre d first.

I know that QM2 has an ice cream machine in the buffet area. I can't remember about QE / QV. (But about 6 people are about to enlighten us 🥰) 

2 hours ago, Jim_Iain said:

 

I sometimes like to take a peek at deserts to figure out what I would order to leave enough room.

 

"Leaving enough room" is an important thing to consider! I always look at the 'puddings' first. 🥰

I have opted put of postal mailings.

I decided I can live without them in this increasingly digital age. 

We have been assigned a cabin a couple of weeks ahead of sailing and found ourselves re-assigned to a different cabin (small upgrade) on check-in. 

On 11/4/2023 at 2:40 AM, NE John said:

Aren’t Australian cruises less formal than regular Cunard cruises? Are Aussie’s not as formal as British/American cruisers in general?

My question based on readings from CC and based on pure ignorance of what goes on Down Under. (Except watching a season of Masterchef Australia…loved it). 

I'm really a QM2 TA (transatlantic) fan for which I loved the formal nights, sea days and occasional stormy weather. So not even a 'cruise' person, per se.

Having relocated from London to Auckland, affordability means that my sailings are now likely to be TD (trans-"ditch"). I'll still dress up to the nines 💃. 

p.s. assume that a formal night for the Aussies/Kiwis is thongs/jandals with glitter??!!!  🩴🤣

On 11/4/2023 at 2:49 AM, maggielou362 said:

Careful, NE John, I think Toffeegirl68 is a Kiwi and they really don't like being lumped in with us uncouth Aussies! 🤣

Kiwi? 😯

Kiwi??!!  😳

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QV406C 25/02/23 Auckland to Sydney

Voyage personaliser says just one gala night on 01/03/23. Other evenings listed as smart attire. 

One gala night on an 8 night voyage, very disappointing.... 

.... and the varied choice? And to have as much / little of each as you choose? And, as someone said to me on board QE today (who is dining  Britannia Club..) - how lovely it is to meet other people. 

.... and then there is always

second lunch?!! 🤣

On 12/25/2022 at 7:40 AM, esrs said:

Couldn't get to the hdmi in our Q4 on QM2 last August however the tv was able to mirror our tablet screen.

 

TV on Queen Elizabeth Dec'22... easily accessible, not tried to use connections though. 

Thanks for the excellent update!! 

Mask wearing had already been re-introduced and now the self-service laundrettes have closed. I have read elsewhere that the laundry service is available, $40 for 15 pieces. 

Definitely the Commodore Club. They also offer more 'premium' cocktails on their menu list than the other bars. Also, keep an eye out for cocktail 'events' which they might hold during your voyage (additional cost). 

Enjoy! 

We always find that there is so much to do inside that we hardly go outside!! (🤫) but do note that Mid Atlantic can be quite windy at any time of year so a warm / wimdproof layer is a 'must pack'.

A white dinner jacket is an acceptable thing to wear. If your other half doesn't want to wear one, don't push him into it - but don't let him go tutting at those that do...

I have seen lots of different takes on DJs whilst on board, there have been some lovely 'jacquard' ones, and others in deep reds and blues - all very stylish and eye catching.

Absolutely, yes. There is plenty to do. From running around and doing everything listed on the daily programme to the opposite extreme of,(quoting the old song) being busy doing nothing. We've done about a dozen crossings and everyone has been different from the last - we do stuff together and we also do our own thing.

If you go for it, I hope you love it...

It's because we Londoners have spent all our money on overpriced beer that we've got no money left to pay for the tube... 😊🍺🍺🍺

Enjoy your stay in our wonderous city.

We were in Cornwall just a few days ago - stayed in Rock (where Doombar beer comes from)... just down the road from Port Isaac. This is also where the film Fisherman's Friend comes from (based on the local guys who performed locally, singing sea shanties for charity). 

There is a bench on the sandhills at Perranporth dedicated to Winston Graham.

If you are driving down and fancy some shopping, stop off at Clarks Village in Somerset for some good bargains. We stop off every year on our annual pilgrimage to Cornwall.

4 hours ago, myjillian said:

That was very thoughtful and I'm sure that people signed up because of your encouragement.🤗

Probably to show them that they could probably do better !!!!

I'll try again next week 🙂

Total novices most definitely welcome!  

Do arrive in plenty of time though..... and remember that the teacher is there to teach, so if you need help or guidance after each bit of demonstration - do ask.

At the end of the voyage there is usually an 'exhibition'. I put my pictures in last May to encourage other newbies to join in (with a little 'beginner' type sign next them 😊)