DaisyUK

Yes, we will be in QG. On our only Cunard cruise so far we enjoyed eating in the restaurant each day. We try to eat a light breakfast and light, one course lunch and then whatever we like in the evening. I find it easier to select from the menu as I eat less than I would at the buffet and we enjoy the relaxed pace. We were only on a short 4 day cruise though, so perhaps we will look for a change of scenery sometimes when on our 2 week cruise.

OK, well thank you for your input!

Oh no, don't even think that please!

Looking forward to reading about your travels. I used to enjoy reading your blogs on the Crystal board. Hope you are feeling better..

Thank you all; it's great to hear any little tips and/or opinions. I am so looking forward to this cruise, with Alfie Boe being the icing on the cake - and actually the reason for booking the first segment.

Thank you Victoria, that's helpful. We have been on a short 4-day cruise on QM2 and are booked on a 14-day on QE. We are considering a much longer cruise on one of the 3 ships and will look predominantly at itineraries, but our comfort and surroundings are also important (at least for me, less so for my husband) and so that was the reason for the question as we may not get to experience all 3 ships before we need to make a decision.

I have been trying to find a description as to how the 3 Queens differ from each other; the pros and cons of each, but have been unsuccessful. I know that the QM2 is a true ocean liner, whereas the other 2 ships are not, but what about the decor/ambience onboard/difference in amenities etc? Is the QM2 everyone's favourite, with the other 2 ships being the 'poor sisters'? Be interested to hear opinions..

We're not used to drinks not being included, having previously cruised with Crystal and Regent where drinks are included, so weren't sure what to do on our first Cunard cruise. In the end, we decided against the drinks package and it worked out well for us. It meant that we only drank when we wanted to, rather than for the sake of it, and we bought wines by the bottle that we really enjoy and had them cork it and bring it out the next day. It definitely worked out less expensive than the drinks package, and we drank better wines than the included ones.

Just thought I'd report back after all your helpful input.. I tried again with Cunard because I also received the email mentioned in Blue Marble's post above, and spoke with an incredibly helpful agent this time, who found the info I needed and, sure enough, Alfie Boe is on this cruise. So, we have added this cruise to the subsequent one and can't wait!

We are on the subsequent cruise, but if Alfie Boe is performing on this one, we might sign up for this one as well. He is a British tenor, famous for his rendition of Bring him Home from Les Miserables. He is a crossover singer, singing opera, rock, ballads, anything really. He's very talented and personable and I think he would give an amazing performance. This is a video of him performing at the Albert Hall in London

I wouldn't say the agent was unhelpful. She spent quite a lot of time looking into it and found the references online, outside of the Cunard website, but couldn't find anything within the Cunard website. She kept me on hold while she asked someone else, but came back with nothing. I suspect it's not happening, because I would have thought Cunard would be promoting it, or at least have a mention on their website, in order to attract more passengers - there's still plenty of availability in QG for this sailing.

Thank you Host Hattie - yes I had seen this, but when I called Cunard yesterday they knew nothing about it and didn't seem to have heard of him. All very mysterious..

Hi, I have heard that Alfie Boe is to perform on this cruise. There is no mention of it on the Cunard website, and I called Cunard yesterday to try and find out but Customer Services could not find any reference to him, so I guess it isn't happening. However, if I google Alfie Boe and Cunard it comes up and also it was mentioned on a Cunard facebook page last month. As fans of Alfie, we would love to do this cruise if he is indeed performing. Any ideas as to how I could find out ?

Wonderful Indian curry with all the accompaniments. Funny how all these posts involve food and/or drink😅

Thanks for the responses. I was planning on around 9am, but hoping may be later! Transferring luggage to the airport sounds like a great idea; I'll look into it and thank you!

Hello, can anyone help me with a disembarkation question please? We are travelling in QG, disembarking in Barcelona and would like to leave the ship as late as possible due to flight times. I'd like to know the latest possible time? Many thanks in advance..