sailboy Posted October 4, 2007 #1 Share Posted October 4, 2007 Just wanted to make a positive observation. We have been on a total of 29 cruises and were extremely impressed with the Tea Time on the QM2. The atmosphere, ambience, selections and service were outstanding. We arrived there early so got great seating and service. Kudos to Cunard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toffeegirl68 Posted October 4, 2007 #2 Share Posted October 4, 2007 Don't tell anyone else... but how early is early? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailboy Posted October 4, 2007 Author #3 Share Posted October 4, 2007 As soon as they opened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ESLO Posted October 4, 2007 #4 Share Posted October 4, 2007 Just wanted to make a positive observation. We have been on a total of 29 cruises and were extremely impressed with the Tea Time on the QM2. The atmosphere, ambience, selections and service were outstanding. We arrived there early so got great seating and service. Kudos to Cunard. Dear sailboy, I totally agree with you about the experience of a Tea Time service on the QM2. The Queens Room is a special place to experience it even though they do offer tea in other areas of the ship. But, it's not the same. I do agree about getting there abit earlier since there is quite a line outside of the door while they are setting it up inside. I like to get there before the doors close, get a seat and read a good book while they setup. This avoids the traffic jam upon opening. "The Early Bird Catches The Worm" sort of. It's also great to start the Tea Time at the beginning of the service to experience it during the full Tea Time. Having good company with you makes it's a delightful social time. Don't forget those Scones and Cream! Also, some will tell you, that it will be easier to get a seat towards the end of the cruise. As the thrill is over attending it early on in the cruise especially the last day of the voyage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Martin Posted October 4, 2007 #5 Share Posted October 4, 2007 The Queens Room is a special place to experience it even though they do offer tea in other areas of the ship. But, it's not the same. I totally agree - the Queens Room is not the same as the Queens Grill Lounge:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPCRUISER2 Posted October 4, 2007 #6 Share Posted October 4, 2007 What Is The Dress Code In The Queens Room For Tea? First Timer Real Soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ESLO Posted October 4, 2007 #7 Share Posted October 4, 2007 What Is The Dress Code In The Queens Room For Tea? First Timer Real Soon! Dear TPCRUISER2, Since Tea Time is held approx 3:30PM to 4:30PM, it is casual dress. True Evening Dress Code really starts about 6PM, Dinner Time except for the days which the Captain Welcome Parties are held along with the other designated Formal Nights. It is not a true high tea, so fancy dress is not indicated. Welcome, Potential QM2 Cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dak Posted October 4, 2007 #8 Share Posted October 4, 2007 It is not a true high tea, so fancy dress is not indicated. Welcome, Potential QM2 Cruiser It is not high tea at all. It is afternoon tea. High tea is an entirely different thing. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norfolk Brit Posted October 5, 2007 #9 Share Posted October 5, 2007 I totally agree - the Queens Room is not the same as the Queens Grill Lounge:) Indeed. On QE2 the Queens Grill Lounge resembled an undertaker's waiting room:). We went once. No shorts allowed BTW, but otherwise dress code is casual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullaRaffaello Posted October 5, 2007 #10 Share Posted October 5, 2007 Indeed. On QE2 the Queens Grill Lounge resembled an undertaker's waiting room:). We went once. No shorts allowed BTW, but otherwise dress code is casual. On the QM2, once I went to the Queens Grill Lounge for tea, I'd never go back to the Queens Room. The QR is just one big mass of people. The QGL is elegant and serene, with much better service and a slightly better choice of sandwiches, (rolls as well as bread with crusts removed) it seemed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Martin Posted October 5, 2007 #11 Share Posted October 5, 2007 On QE2 the Queens Grill Lounge resembled an undertaker's waiting room:). The QGL is elegant and serene I agree with you on both statements. You have missed out the obvious answer as to why you should take tea in the QGL - because you can:) (I admit that all those geriatric serfs hanging about isn't conducive to an enjoyable time but you really only need to ignore them). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisegal101 Posted October 5, 2007 #12 Share Posted October 5, 2007 I agree with you on both statements. You have missed out the obvious answer as to why you should take tea in the QGL - because you can:) (I admit that all those geriatric serfs hanging about isn't conducive to an enjoyable time but you really only need to ignore them). Is this the Real Sir Martin or one of the impostors?:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Martin Posted October 5, 2007 #13 Share Posted October 5, 2007 Is this the Real Sir Martin or one of the impostors?:rolleyes: You have to ask:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kindlychap Posted October 5, 2007 #14 Share Posted October 5, 2007 I agree with you on both statements. You have missed out the obvious answer as to why you should take tea in the QGL - because you can:) (I admit that all those geriatric serfs hanging about isn't conducive to an enjoyable time but you really only need to ignore them). No. You take tea on your balcony because you can. Knowing that the steerage passengers are down below in the Queens' Grill lounge. At least that is the way of things on the Queen Elizabeth 2. Matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Martin Posted October 5, 2007 #15 Share Posted October 5, 2007 No. You take tea on your balcony because you can What's the point? Nobody can see you. At least they can't see you on one of those forward facing balconies that belong to the cabin I've got with Penny next year:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norfolk Brit Posted October 5, 2007 #16 Share Posted October 5, 2007 Is this the Real Sir Martin or one of the impostors?:rolleyes: The Real Sir Martin has asked me to say that he is indisposed. He says he is dying, but then he's a bloke. It is, in fact, a recurrence of Lazyitis, something to which he has been a martyr all his life. He and the other Sir Martin who sometimes posts have, rather worryingly, formed an unholy alliance and the Real Sir Martin has nominated Sir Martin to post on his behalf until he recovers. I do hope that is clear, but rather doubt it. Some are born to care; some have caring thrust upon them. I fall into the latter camp and am thus already deeply fed up with the patient. Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kindlychap Posted October 5, 2007 #17 Share Posted October 5, 2007 What's the point? Nobody can see you. At least they can't see you on one of those forward facing balconies that belong to the cabin I've got with Penny next year:) Which is why you use the other balcony..... I shall be testing you Sir Martin - if you're not in that suite you will be found out! Matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kindlychap Posted October 5, 2007 #18 Share Posted October 5, 2007 Some are born to care; some have caring thrust upon them. I fall into the latter camp and am thus already deeply fed up with the patient. Mary I find Warfarin is an excellent tonic for poorly pussy cats. Try 20mg daily. Matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Martin Posted October 5, 2007 #19 Share Posted October 5, 2007 I find Warfarin is an excellent tonic for poorly pussy cats. Try 20mg daily. You'll have to tell me where I can get it if I see you onboard:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kindlychap Posted October 5, 2007 #20 Share Posted October 5, 2007 You'll have to tell me where I can get it if I see you onboard:) I'd be pleased to present you with a course for a week. I don't think you'll need to come back for more. Matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Martin Posted October 5, 2007 #21 Share Posted October 5, 2007 I'd be pleased to present you with a course for a week. I don't think you'll need to come back for more. It really works that well? Can you send some immediately to surf Mary? She'll see that I get it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norfolk Brit Posted October 5, 2007 #22 Share Posted October 5, 2007 It really works that well? Can you send some immediately to surf Mary? I think, with due deference Sir Martin, you may mean serf. I don't surf, and never have; the waves here are not up to the job. Trembling with awe in the presence of greatness, Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisegal101 Posted October 5, 2007 #23 Share Posted October 5, 2007 What's the point? Nobody can see you. At least they can't see you on one of those forward facing balconies that belong to the cabin I've got with Penny next year:) Methinks Queen Penny might have other thoughts on this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisegal101 Posted October 5, 2007 #24 Share Posted October 5, 2007 The Real Sir Martin has asked me to say that he is indisposed. He says he is dying, but then he's a bloke. It is, in fact, a recurrence of Lazyitis, something to which he has been a martyr all his life. Mary Perhaps a visit from HRHugeness would cheer him up--I am willing to buy the plane ticket for her for the visit. Can you tell that she is not in my good graces at the moment? Bettie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norfolk Brit Posted October 5, 2007 #25 Share Posted October 5, 2007 Perhaps a visit from HRHugeness would cheer him upBettie Actually, Sir M has two Achilles heels; one is water. The other is your pet I'm afraid. He is absolutely terrified of it. Send her over, Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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