LadyL1

Lobster size QM2 2005! Delicious.

In Britannia restaurant.

Just now, Red Ray said:

The grills terrace is not policed at all and entry is by an unlocked gate from Deck 11. I have seen several pax go through who are not in grills. It is also being used as a short cut from one side to the other.

Well so much for the Cunard forward promotion, of being accessed by keycard only! This will certainly annoy me, to be honest. If one pays a premium for a facility, it should be kept as it was sold for.

Is the gate kept “free” as a H&S issue in an emergency, would you say?

Is there anyone who can give me first hand information of how the QA  forward facing suites were? They look spacious and quite appealing, so tempered to book one: the Q3 in particular,  but it depends on availability!

We have had these suites on other lines, sailing from the americas, but in much warmer/calmer waters and loved the double aspects, especially frontal on sea days. For us the aft/mid suites are fine on the 2 vistas, but just thinking of a change.

Thank you.

I thought they did away with trays in the Lido a while ago.

15 minutes ago, bluemarble said:

 

Thank you very much for this update indicating Cunard have finally posted the dress code and theme schedules for the voyages that were added to fill a gap in QV's original schedule.

 

I am afraid they have not put this on the VP, but I happened to find out from Cunard. Masquerade is my least favourite, but seems to be happening more.

V426P QV 3.11.24

5th Nov B&W

11.11. Masquerade

13.11 Red & Gold

If booking PG, avoid deck 8 under the buffet. There have been many reports on this board of noise from above. This category would give you access to the Grills terrace which would give you outstanding (almost 360 degrees) viewing in comfort.

It is about time this was overhauled, as some benefits are becoming unworkable or pointless depending on which port embarkation is at.

Based purely on the number days, would be fairer! It seems ludicrous that you can become a Diamond WC after 15 x 3 nighters. I

I am sure many years ago to gain any progression the voyage had to be a minimum number of nights.

This is a Q4 on QE. We never had the sofa bed used. Space might be a premium once made up for 3 in the evening, and there is the table to hideaway somewhere!

For 2, these suites are very comfortable. It is up to to you to decide, but if 3rd person is a child, then probably ideal and you will manage.

Db51

I believe you can change cabin in same grade (If available) without charge.

The suites on deck 8 are much more modern, but maybe slightly smaller, than those on decks 4 & 5.

With reference to Iona, you have very kindly answered my concerns, as a shower over/in bath is not an option for us.

Can you please tell me if these rooms have just shower, or shower in the bath? The latter would be totally unsuitable for us.

2 minutes ago, exlondoner said:

Is there are card reader in the lifts?

From Cunard webpages re Grills Terrace.

Take pleasure in the sweetness of doing nothing, whiling away hours in the beautiful Grills Terrace, exclusive to guests of our Princess and Queens Grill Suites. Accessed with your suite room key, this peaceful space features two infinity hot tubs with a view out to the horizon, as well as an array of different seating options, ideal for sunbathing with a book or enjoying a glass of something cold and some nibbles. Attentive waiters are on hand to attend to drinks orders and other requests, and to ensure that your time spent here is as idyllic as possible. Found in a central location, the Grills Terrace is a superb option for relaxing after lunch, before heading back to your suite to get ready for the evening ahead.

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If this is open to all, without any kind of card access, it will become a bun fight for a seat. An appealing area with infinity hot tubs, who wouldn’t want to be there?

I for one, would be extremely annoyed if that does happen, after the huge premium paid for PG/QG.

19 minutes ago, Windsurfboy said:

 

 

Grills terrace  seems heavy on chairs and tables light on sunbeds. Still worry about grills terrace  becoming a walk wayfrom front to back

 

 

General impression so far very pleasing with one or 2 exceptions.

Like Windsurfboy, concerned about the GrillsTerrace as a walk through. If this is the case the area will be deluged with interlopers, as the small infinity pools will be a massive draw! I am sure I have read somewhere, that this area has secure access. I look forward to hearing if this is so.

Booked a back to back from UK a few weeks ago for ‘25; in same room and priced per voyage as seen.

On 3/17/2024 at 10:34 AM, david63 said:

Again another who knows nothing about the kids clubs but I was under the impression that there can only be the number of children in any age group on board that the kids club can accommodate.

Not so I am afraid! I know Cunard is place per child these days. Below is from P&O webpage

Child registration

You can register each child 14 days ahead of your holiday at my.pocruises.com. You can book a session once on board. If there is a high demand for a session then we unfortunately cannot guarantee a place for every child.

5196?  Is this a typo error?

We have been in the aft suites deck 5, on QE and loved them; our preferred location.

Personally we avoid the corner cabins as enjoy the considerably larger inside space of the Q6s and the balcony is plenty large enough for 2.😊 There are comfy rattan recliners with foot rests as well as a small table with chairs.

We have twice (different voyages) asked if wagyu steak can be served for my husband on QV, and both occasions told this is only possible to have in the Verandah restaurant.

3 hours ago, BouncingWheel said:

Yikes. Surely not enough room in the kids club for all those.

No, registration opened early in the morning each day!

On Iona, Feb half term this year, there were over 1500 under 18’s!

7 hours ago, Cjohns16 said:

Based on my understanding of water purification on cruise ships I strongly  recommend  not drinking tap water.

From FAQs

The tap water on our ships is drinkable. However, should you prefer we also offer a variety of bottled water for purchase on board.

It has not been mentioned, that those on full fare will be given priority. I am not sure that WC. status counts for too much here. Whatever, if booked on a “saver” you will be bottom of the pike for allocation, which I feel is correct. The more you have paid, the more likely your expectations will be met.

Thank you all for your replies. I will continue checking the Cunard site, should cabins be o e available through cancellation.

I don’t think you will have any noise problems with your booked cabins. 4167 is not above the galley but the upper deck restaurant, which will be quiet..

I have been told we are No6 on the waitlist for a QA sailing later this year. Booked in a P1, and hoping for Q6-Q3, (preferably a 3 or 4). 
With fewer full  suites, has anyone been lucky from a waitlist recently?