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gardenbunny

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I am so ready to go on this trip - now I'm only wishing there would have been something a little longer (7 days vs. my 3 or the longer trips to Hawaii) - I may try real hard to get on board for the New England trip in the fall. Thanks for the link to the Holland Fox excursion - someone else sent Carnival's - so, let's hope Cunard will offer it or we can find something at the pier. Don't forget the CC group meeting 3:00 in the Library on the 22nd -

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My family and friends are booked on the QM2 West coast break and received the same information from Cunard as in prior posts: Departure remains as scheduled returning back to departure port for festivities on the 23rd and then on to Ensenada. We understand that the reasoning for rescheduling is due to the unexpected press and subsequent interest. ( I suppose that many want to see the whiners for themselves). The feeling is, with so many planning on viewing this event, it may be near impossible for booked guests to disembark -embark on time. The port of Long Beach, it now seems, may be a virtual madhouse. Thank goodness we will be watching from our balcony. A smart move by Cunard and the City of Long Beach ,in my opinion. We would be happy to stay in port if we had to yet would be very unhappy if we could not reach our ship in the first place!

QM2 bound Feb 22nd 2006

Holland America-Alaska-Aug 6th 2006

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It's going to be pretty hectic at the pier on the 22nd. Just got an email from my TA and she said there is going to be three HUGE groups of agents boarding at the same time for a tour of the QM2. And when we return to San Pedro on Saturday there will be another group waiting to tour her as we disembark. I have been on some of these tours of ships and they are always a lot of fun.

 

As far as Long Beach goes, I don't think we will be able to leave the ship. We are only there for the ceremonial greeting of the two Marys.

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It's interesting to note that the "official" celebrations in the Port of Los Angeles, with all the fanfare, fireboats etc., are not on her maiden arrival/departure of 22 Feb, rather on her second call in Los Angeles, on Saturday 25 Feb., as QM2 departs for Hawaii.

 

Could it be that the Port of Los Angeles does not want to be upstaged by next door neighbor the Port of Long Beach, with the meeting of the Mary's? Or is it simply that a Saturday is probably better suited for this, with larger crowds of spectators?

 

I guess now I should plan on hanging around San Pedro on Saturday! icon12.gif

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As I said on another thread - I think those of us on the West Coast Break are just going to be cruising around the waters of LA and Long Beach just to cruise by the QM for 3 days! Whatever - at this point, we'll just see what happens when we get there. And, likewise, our plane leaves Sat. the 25th at 1:40 so we won't get to see much of the big bash if they don't do anything on the 23rd -

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our plane leaves Sat. the 25th at 1:40 so we won't get to see much of the big bash if they don't do anything on the 23rd -

 

The 23rd, when QM2 sails into Long Beach to meet the Queen Mum, will be a very big deal. Expect a lot of hoopla in the harbor.

Likewise, when QM2 returns to her berth in San Pedro on the 25th, expect a lot of commotion about.

You won't see the fireboat escort when QM2 departs that evening for Hawaii, but I don't think you'll be disappointed in all the excitement that you will be a part of.

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The 23rd, when QM2 sails into Long Beach to meet the Queen Mum, will be a very big deal. Expect a lot of hoopla in the harbor.

Likewise, when QM2 returns to her berth in San Pedro on the 25th, expect a lot of commotion about.

You won't see the fireboat escort when QM2 departs that evening for Hawaii, but I don't think you'll be disappointed in all the excitement that you will be a part of.

 

Actually Kyle, I think that the 25th *is* when the fireboats, etc. take place. At least according to the press release on Cunards' website.

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Those temps sound good to me! I HATE hot weather! And I don't mind rain. I think I will throw the old umbrella in the suitcase, just in case it is raining when we get to Ensenada.

 

I will try that weather link next Tuesday to get a better idea of what to expect.

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from www.thequeensmeet.com :

 

Led by Long Beach fireboats shooting fountains of seawater high into the air from their water cannons, and escorted by a flotilla of smaller ships, yachts and boats of all types, the Queen Mary 2 will maneuver as close to the Queen Mary’s stern as water depth will allow (approximately 1/3 mile from the Queen Mary)

 

oh boy...watch those pods! :eek:

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from www.thequeensmeet.com :

 

Led by Long Beach fireboats shooting fountains of seawater high into the air from their water cannons, and escorted by a flotilla of smaller ships, yachts and boats of all types, the Queen Mary 2 will maneuver as close to the Queen Mary’s stern as water depth will allow (approximately 1/3 mile from the Queen Mary)

 

oh boy...watch those pods! :eek:

 

If they kill another pod before the Hawaii trip I'm gonna hurt someone! :mad:

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If they kill another pod before the Hawaii trip I'm gonna hurt someone! :mad:

 

Aww, Stellrchef! They can do 35 kts on only 2 pods. Just ask Carol Marlow! In fact, they can probably throw in a couple of extra crossings and several more ports per trip if they break another pod! And just think- your husband will be able to lecture over the angry...I mean happy screams of contented passen....er guests!

 

Karie, Who, me? sarcastic? MOI?????

Mais non, Messieurs et Mesdames!

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Farewell to all - I leave on the 18th for my trip to the West Coast - I am just going to enjoy every minute on this little cruise - come what may!!! Hope to see you all at the Library 3:00 on the 22nd - Weather appears iffy - may need to bring a few warmer clothes.

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Have a safe trip!

 

It looks like you'll have some pretty days in Palm Springs. Have fun out there:) . Our forecast is now saying partly cloudy and cloudy, the rain forecast is gone, it looks like it might be a bit rainy this weekend, we really need it.

 

I'll be visiting the Queen Mary this weekend, for brunch. I'll look around and see if there is any more info regarding the "meet".

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A weather update, it looks like we'll have beautiful weather now, no rain predicted. A little on the cool side (mid to high 60's) at times, perhaps, but expect lots of sunshine!

 

We were in Long Beach yesterday, at the Queen Mary and the weather was absolutely gorgeous :) . Blue skies with lots of fluffy clouds, you needed a lightweight jacket, or sweater, but very comfortable.

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A weather update, it looks like we'll have beautiful weather now, no rain predicted. quote]

 

Whew! :)

That's really good news for the skywriters! :rolleyes:

 

Here's the latest from the Long Beach Press Telegram:http://www.presstelegram.com/news/ci_3524342

 

I did a web search of news stories on the Royal Rendevous, and I came across stories from all over the US, the UK, Europe, South America, and Australia. Most of them are the same press release, but it's nice to know there is some national and international coverage.

 

The Los Angeles Times though has yet to mention the Queen Mary 2's maiden call to Los Angeles on Wednesday or the rendevous with the Queen Mary in Long Beach. :confused:

 

Hopefully they're planning on coverage later in the week.

But, it is Oscar season here in Tinsletown...:o

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Departure on Wednesday is now 7:30 pm

She only needs to go six miles by noon on Thursday....;)

 

Udated from thequeensmeet.com:

 

QUEEN MARY 2: LA ARRIVAL AND PUBLIC VIEWING SCHEDULE

(Viewing only: regrettably, the general public

will be unable to board the ship)

4:45 a.m.QM2 arrives at the entrance to the Port of Los Angeles and travels down the Main Channel

6:00 a.m.QM2 is berthed alongside the Port of Los Angeles World Cruise Center, along the Main Channe

7:00 a.m.Public viewing area opens at Berth 87, adjacent to the World Cruise Terminal, at 1st Street and Harbor Boulevard in San Pedro

7:30 p.m.QM2 departs the Port of Los Angeles

8:00 p.m.Public viewing area at Berth 87 closes

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Awesome....She's here, she's here... I am so hoping to be able to do see the 2 Queens tomorrow with their match up but if not, I will be there Saturday. I just watched 2 different segments on our local news... She's massive.... I saw her in Ft. Lauderdale while leaving on a caribbean cruise and didn't think she was that big but wow...... amazing...... Can't wait for Saturday to see her and all the hoopla....

 

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Queen Mary 2 Ft. Lauderdale 2005

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