Sophistikatie Posted July 22, 2015 #1 Share Posted July 22, 2015 I heard on one of these forums that QV introduced Alfresco Dining as part of the evening alternative dining during the summer months. I haven't heard anything about it since and would love to know if anyone did it and what they thought of it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foster269 Posted July 22, 2015 #2 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Hello, We have done several cruises on Queen Victoria,allways in the summer,news to me though. Rodger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Hattie Posted July 22, 2015 #3 Share Posted July 22, 2015 The awnings were added as part of the refit last year. Hopefully someone who has travelled since then will report back. It does sound a nice option, unfortunately my next trip on QV is December so I'm unlikely to experience it ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophistikatie Posted July 22, 2015 Author #4 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Ah that is why I haven't heard much about it so! Hopefully indeed. I am looking forward to experiencing the Alternative Dining (sushi!) and even more so if I can experience it outside! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfie789 Posted July 22, 2015 #5 Share Posted July 22, 2015 On our QV Baltic cruise last August, 'Dining under the Stars' was advertised in the daily programme on several occasions. I believe there was a cover charge of around 10/15 dollars and the food was described as 'bistro-style', though we didn't try it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANYPORT Posted July 22, 2015 #6 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Hi Evening alternative dining over last 2 weeks was held in 'sectioned off' area of Lido buffet. Tables were beautifully laid using cloths, different crockery, flowers etc & staff dressed according to theme so it was easy to forget the venue was actually the buffet. Over the 2 weeks I recall 3 alternatives - Italian, Bamboo (Asian Fusion) and Coriander (Indian). The awnings are near the aft pool next to the Burger Bar. Saw people eating breakfast/lunches from Lido there but not aware that it was used for alternative dining options. Didn't dine in The Verandah but I believe that's inside too. Happy cruising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray66 Posted July 22, 2015 #7 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Photo of the awning on the QV taken in May this year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare roscoe39 Posted July 22, 2015 #8 Share Posted July 22, 2015 (edited) S Photo of the awning on the QV taken in May this year Hi guys, even as far back as jan 2014 on the world cruise they trialled Dining around the aft pool. It was about $15 and they had about 15 tables Set up, while we were around South America it had a South American theme Which changed I think as we moved through the pacific. I think it could have been a trial for the sails that they have now Placed over the area which would have improved the Dining experience. It was a nice option as most other lines I've noticed have many more dining options than Cunard ships and when you are on the ship for an extended Period can help relieve the dining boredom. Was a good move in my opinion. Roscoe Edited July 22, 2015 by roscoe39 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophistikatie Posted July 23, 2015 Author #9 Share Posted July 23, 2015 Thanks for the photo! It looks lovely, I do love to dine outside when on vacation! Living in Ireland it is not something one can do very often! :) I hope they have that option on our cruise. I presume they do not release the schedule of the Alternative Dining until you are on the ship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare roscoe39 Posted July 23, 2015 #10 Share Posted July 23, 2015 Thanks for the photo! It looks lovely, I do love to dine outside when on vacation! Living in Ireland it is not something one can do very often! :) I hope they have that option on our cruise. I presume they do not release the schedule of the Alternative Dining until you are on the ship? usually, from memory the menu is for 3 nights then it changes to the next style, the best and most popular in my experience was the indian one. Actually just looking forward to the new shading on the aft pool deck, it was always to hot for me to use so looking froward to getting the best out of both pools now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophistikatie Posted July 23, 2015 Author #11 Share Posted July 23, 2015 i see - I hope on a 7 night cruise we will have the option to experience any of the three. Yes that is true too - i can imagine the heat can be intense there on some cruises! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattina Posted July 23, 2015 #12 Share Posted July 23, 2015 Early this year the QV R/T LA sailing to the South Pacific had dining on deck under the new sails as shown. Small surcharge for a fixed three course menu that was prepared on deck in the grill, steaks, lobster, etc. The deck tables that are present during the day were fitted with table cloths and could be configured for whatever size party desired. Waiter service, live music, dancing, absolutely delightful! Reservations required. Limited participation, tables were not turned so they were reserved for the evening. Times flexible (7-10?). Same dress code as at other dining venues (most jackets ended up on the backs of chairs). Our table made arrangements with our head waiter since schedule was dependent on weather and port departure times. Typically only available at sea (we originally wanted to dine in port while overnight in Sydney or Auckland but it was not available on this cruise while in port). Highly recommended. Janis & Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophistikatie Posted July 23, 2015 Author #13 Share Posted July 23, 2015 Wow that sounds amazing! Just what I imagined. :) How was it publicized - on the daily programme? Will be eager to reserve a table before it fills up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgesGal Posted July 23, 2015 #14 Share Posted July 23, 2015 Is there an area out on deck where one can take dinner from the buffet - not the special themed areas - to eat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bell Boy Posted July 23, 2015 #15 Share Posted July 23, 2015 Is there an area out on deck where one can take dinner from the buffet - not the special themed areas - to eat? I suppose you could always find an unused table outside ( away from the smokers and whilst the decks are being washed) however it would not be prepared with a table linen & personal service etc ..... not my idea of an elegant evening ;) :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgesGal Posted July 23, 2015 #16 Share Posted July 23, 2015 I suppose you could always find an unused table outside ( away from the smokers and whilst the decks are being washed) however it would not be prepared with a table linen & personal service etc ..... not my idea of an elegant evening ;):) I'm not looking for an elegant evening, just the occasional let's kick back kind of a dinner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bell Boy Posted July 23, 2015 #17 Share Posted July 23, 2015 I'm not looking for an elegant evening' date=' just the occasional let's kick back kind of a dinner![/quote'] Ok ! each to his own. I don't fork out thousands of $/£'s for evenings like that.....I'm doing that most of the time at home. ;):D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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