Pear Carr

Agreed! You are either in or out with/without additional tips. I also think we cannot compare like for like given UK never have gratuities included unlike some USA/other nationalities. Do what you feel is right for you.

Thank you - will check them out! PG showing as sold out anyway so would imagine slim pickings if any.

We have also received the email having booked our Queen Victoria cruise on 6/6 direct. Will likely have a punt for Princess grills for the benefit of the dining and grills lounge/terrace. We have no interest in Club balcony given location of cabins (our chosen cabin is in a much better position) and separate dining options being the only benefit.

How very disappointing - I feel you have been robbed of what by all accounts is a highly anticipated memorable occasion. We were on a segment of QM2 World cruise in 2019 and embarkation (Hong Kong) disembarkation (Singapore) we’re seamless - obviously pre covid! Friends we met on board reported back that the World Cruise gala was a spectacular affair, everyone in full evening regalia and treated like VIP’s which was held in a Middle Eastern port (sorry can’t remember) en route back to UK. Delighted to hear you are continuing to have an amazing time and thanks again for your updates.

Thank you Roscoe and Crofters for taking the time to entertain and update us armchair travellers! I know that Roscoe is a seasoned World cruiser - particularly on the QV, but can I ask if this is your first World cruise Crofters and if so are you enjoying being onboard and is it living up to expectations? Asking as one who is seriously considering a WC in the next couple of years.

I have given up! Thankfully Roscoe39 is back on board QV to provide real insight and entertainment, and hopefully Crofters will update us with snippets from QM2 from time to time.

Yes.

Given budget I would recommend deck 5 (sheltered balcony) mid or mid aft.

Thank you Crofters! Exactly the feedback I was hoping for and expecting. Sounds like the Centenary World cruise on QM2 has got off to a wonderful start and hopefully will continue. I for one am very grateful to you for taking the time to give us an insight into what is happening onboard and would appreciate an update from time to time - Wi-Fi and time permitting! Wishing you all a wonderful voyage!

https://www.theworldvoyageqm2.com/ Following, however, not impressed so far. Not enough information/detail with regard to the onboard atmosphere and daily experience of a world cruiser - bars, dining, guest speakers, interesting shipmates and characters. As someone who would like to take a world cruise in the not too distant future this blog is not setting the scene for me. I can search for factual tourist information on Google.

Had no complaints with Britannia dining experience on Queen Victoria 23.9.22-7.10.22. Excellent service - as good as we have had in both Queen and Princess grill - and happy with quality of food/menus.

Had no complaints with Britannia dining experience on Queen Victoria 23.9.22-7.10.22. Excellent service - as good as we have had in both Queen and Princess grill - and happy with quality of food/menus.

Unfortunately CPS no longer unload your luggage. Very simple and smooth procedure but you are now responsible for offloading your own luggage and transferring (trolleys available) to staff who transit it to ship. You still leave your car for CPS to park.

Have just returned from 14 nights on Queen Victoria and have to say we had excellent service throughout in terms of cabin steward, waiters, sommelier and bar staff. Our cabin steward, Emmie, was the best we have had including those in Princess and Queens grill - nothing too much trouble - proactive, attentive and efficient. The standard of food in the main dining room was as good if not better than some previous voyages, although we were not impressed with Coriander or the pub. We can honestly say we had a very positive experience which met and in most areas exceeded our expectations.

Sorry not of 5148 - just had a look in when walking past - but this is 7034 taken from cruisedeckplans.com. Bed configuration and windows on opposite side but you can get the gist of viewing options from the bed/sitting area.

I am currently on board and had booked 6146 for a future cruise due to the positive reviews about extra space/balcony outlook etc. Having now seen inside 5148 (same position as 6146) I am looking to change it due to the position of the bed and settee facing aft and window being on an angle facing forward - hence no view out when in bed/sitting, only view of opposite wall and desk/tv.

How very disappointing and totally frustrating! How many negative tests are you supposed to have before restrictions are lifted? I’m sure there are a ‘few’ who are positive on board and not being so honest - there were a couple on the lido deck yesterday for sail away with a hacking cough - I was glad not to be in an enclosed area with them! New curtains and voile fitted yesterday - neutral colour but don’t think the fabric quality as good as those replaced! Had a very disappointing curry at coriander last night and wished we had dined at Britannia and had the rack of lamb! The folk duo Cula are excellent and have regular spots at the Winter Garden so hopefully you can catch up with them this week.

Beautiful photographs and a lovely day in port! So sorry to hear about your current restrictions and hope Mr HH manages to make a speedy recovery and enjoy some of your remaining days. We are also on board - our first venture since 2019 and are delighted to report that we are finding her as we left her! Some previous negative reviews raised some concerns but we have found them to be totally unfounded in our experience! Service in all areas has been excellent, as has food in the main dining room so far. Enjoying nightly cocktails in the Commodore with hot, cold canapés and nibbles - and particularly enjoying the cocktail pianist! We have dipped in and out of shows - some very good and others not for us. We have particularly enjoyed the very accomplished Imprezza string trio! There are some talented singers/performers, however, we have found the ship to be very quiet on most nights after dinner and as such a bit soulless for those performing! Understandable on strenuous port days but surprised by the lack of interest or stamina on sea days. Delighted to be back on board and looking forward to future cruises! For the most part dress code being adhered to on formal nights and mask wearing generally non existent for passengers.

I suffer from motion sickness and personally prefer sea bands, although I always pack non drowsy travel medication and ginger tea/biscuits. Have coped with choppy waters on the North Sea in an aft cabin. On a TA crossing I opt for a mid ship, lower deck just in case.

Which ship and where are you going?

Expected given her age and declining health - but deeply shocked and emotional given Queen Elizabeth is all most of us have known all of our lives and well deserving of our love and respect.

Still waiting for Cunard to advise me of change in itinerary - good job I don’t have a private tour arranged in Marseille and I dip into cruise critic!

Each to their own. As stated not a term that I have ever been offended or felt patronised by but have now been made aware that some people are sensitive to the abbreviation of British for whatever reason.

Where is Britain? “Great Britain, also called Britain, island lying off the western coast of Europe and consisting of England, Scotland, and Wales. The term is often used as a synonym for the United Kingdom, which also includes Northern Ireland and a number of offshore islands.”

Sorry I’m with cruising.mark.uk here - never been offended by the term ‘brits’ and do not know anyone who has! This is lost on me - can you elaborate?