Cunard’s new Queen is elegant and stylish – rather what you would expect from a company that brands its vessels liners rather than cruise ships. It’s a very fine distinction, but the idea of a difference appeals to old-school cruisers.
Key features on Queen Victoria are the plush red theatre complete with the first boxes at sea – following the naming by the Duchess of Cornwall, there is even a Royal box - the two-deck library with 6,000 titles and showcases filled with Cunard memorabilia.
Suitability
There is a kids’ club and separate room for teens, but this ship will appeal mainly to older couples and single travellers who want a traditional cruise experience with white-gloved waiters serving afternoon tea and separate areas for people with money.
Hints & Tips
Aim to eat in the Lido self-service outside peak hours – if you can’t get a seat near the serving area food will go cold while you walk to the furthest seats.
Gratuities are added to passenger’s shipboard accounts each day. The amount varies slightly depending on the category of stateroom. On a world cruise, they are included in the cruise price. Book early if you want a theatre box on evenings when there is a production show. They are on sale for a reasonable price, which buys Champagne and chocolates, but there are just 16 to go around.
Ship Info
Year Entered Service: 2007
Onboard Currency: USD
Nationality of Crew: British and European officers, international crew
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