Dress Code on QV

[cruiser53]

Hi,

 

I have been on Cunard several times on the QE2, the Caronia, and on the QM2.

I am booked on the QV's Jan sailing from Ft. Lauderdale to L.A, and just received my pre-docs which gave the dress codes for the trip.

 

There are 4 Formal nights, 6 Semi Formal, and 5 Elegant Casual

 

Formal - Tux or Black suit

Semi - Jkt & Tie

Elegant Casual - Jkt & no tie

 

Only on the QE2 were the dress codes this strict, on the QM2 & Caronia we were able to wear a nice casual shirt with a pair of dress pants for what they are calling Elegant Casual, and actually we never wore jackets unless it was formal night.

With the weight limitations on air travel so strict now at 50 Lbs, its difficult to carry your entire wardrobe with you since we are flying back from L.A to Florida.

Does anyone have any insight into this, I would appreciate your comments.

 

Regards

Cruiser 53

[pnhmrk]

Only on the QE2 were the dress codes this strict

 

The QE2 is a lot less formal that it was:( but there isn't a night when you would eat in your dining room and not wear a jacket. Cunard used to advertise a "Casual" dress code on some nights for the QM2 that was no jacket required however I believe that this dress code is no longer used:(

 

On QE2 I wear the same thing for semi-formal as I do elegant casual - a suit and tie. That you are not having to pack extra clothes to allow for casual as well means that you are actually taking less!:)

[highcbob]

My 2 cents worth: I understand Cunard have been receiving too many complaints regarding a small group of folk not following the dress code in public rooms after 6PM.

 

You may see a couple in the theatre on formal nights dressed to the nines and right next to them is another couple in shorts and sandals - just really ruins the ambiance for many.

 

If Cunard 'up' the dress code from casual to elegant casual ( jacket required ) they just may have the 'shorts and sandals' folk thinking about at least donning slacks and 'real' shoes.

 

Perhaps Cunard have realised that it may be a good thing for them to corner the market on 'the dressiest ships afloat'. Cunarders' once again seem to love the formality.

[songanddance]

Wirh so many cruise lines catering to the "I do not wish to dress better than I do when working in the garden" crowd, I believe that Cunard has realized there is a very strong niche market for those of us who wish to continue on with the tradition of fine travel and dining when everyone knew how to dress properly and did so without having to be told.

[highcbob]

Wirh so many cruise lines catering to the "I do not wish to dress better than I do when working in the garden" crowd, I believe that Cunard has realized there is a very strong niche market for those of us who wish to continue on with the tradition of fine travel and dining when everyone knew how to dress properly and did so without having to be told.

 

Amen!

[K.sailaway]

You may see a couple in the theatre on formal nights dressed to the nines and right next to them is another couple in shorts and sandals - just really ruins the ambiance for many.

 

Why is it that such people often insist on drawing attention to themselves by talking loudly during a show? It's almost as if they're trying to make a point.

 

K.

[lexxity]

Cruiser you are allowed two cases at 50lb each, that's 100lbs per person and I believe soutwest allow you three pieces each!

 

Glad to see that dress codes are being enforced, it's part of what makes the Cunard experience so special.

[Dorchester]

Hi,

 

I have been on Cunard several times on the QE2, the Caronia, and on the QM2.

I am booked on the QV's Jan sailing from Ft. Lauderdale to L.A, and just received my pre-docs which gave the dress codes for the trip.

 

There are 4 Formal nights, 6 Semi Formal, and 5 Elegant Casual

 

Formal - Tux or Black suit

Semi - Jkt & Tie

Elegant Casual - Jkt & no tie

 

Only on the QE2 were the dress codes this strict, on the QM2 & Caronia we were able to wear a nice casual shirt with a pair of dress pants for what they are calling Elegant Casual, and actually we never wore jackets unless it was formal night.

With the weight limitations on air travel so strict now at 50 Lbs, its difficult to carry your entire wardrobe with you since we are flying back from L.A to Florida.

Does anyone have any insight into this, I would appreciate your comments.

 

Regards

Cruiser 53

 

Although the dress standards on QE2 are now somewhat more relaxed than they used to be in the past, surely no gentleman would escort his partner to dinner in any decent restaurant without wearing a jacket!

 

From your previous cruising experience with Cunard you must surely have been aware of the general standards with regard to dining dress, yet you seem to be surprised that gentlemen are required to wear a jacket in the restaurant, (at least for dinner), whatever the dress status of the day.

 

Cunard now state that a jacket is required for 'Elegant Casual' evenings, whereas previous 'Casual' evenings did not insist that gentlemen wear a jacket. The old 'Casual' dress code has now been dropped by Cunard, as most guests apparently prefer a more formal atmosphere, and are pleased to see that a proper dress code is being enforced.

 

If the weight of your luggage is a great concern, a lightweight suit for 'Informal' dress code and a sport jacket or blazer for 'Elegant Casual' dress code would surely not add too much weight. If it does, follow the advice from "pnhmrk", and stick to the lightweight suit.

 

Regards,

David

[Oahucruiser]

I can't think of a reason not to wear the same thing twice.

[ligortig]

Wirh so many cruise lines catering to the "I do not wish to dress better than I do when working in the garden" crowd, I believe that Cunard has realized there is a very strong niche market for those of us who wish to continue on with the tradition of fine travel and dining when everyone knew how to dress properly and did so without having to be told.

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[3rdGenCunarder]

Wirh so many cruise lines catering to the "I do not wish to dress better than I do when working in the garden" crowd, I believe that Cunard has realized there is a very strong niche market for those of us who wish to continue on with the tradition of fine travel and dining when everyone knew how to dress properly and did so without having to be told.

 

I AGREE! I used to like NCL (although not as well as Cunard ;) ) until they went freestyle.

 

Cunard, are you reading this????? Some of us actually do like to dress up for dinner!

 

Kathy

[Lanky Lad]

Cunard, are you reading this????? Some of us actually do like to dress up for dinner!

 

Kathy

 

Dressing for dinner is one of the best bits of a cruise :), along with all the other bits :D

[travel-to-go]

Cruiser you are allowed two cases at 50lb each, that's 100lbs per person and I believe soutwest allow you three pieces each!

 

Glad to see that dress codes are being enforced, it's part of what makes the Cunard experience so special.

 

Easy for them to do, since they make you pay for two seats if YOU weigh too much!

 

Maybe his SO or DW wants 80 of the 100 pound he is allotted for her shoes! <LOL>

 

Karie

Glad I don't have to fly. I'd pay another cruise price again in overweight luggage!

[Kindlychap]

Although the dress standards on QE2 are now somewhat more relaxed than they used to be in the past, surely no gentleman would escort his partner to dinner in any decent restaurant without wearing a jacket!

 

One must remember that by the restaurant entrance on the QE2 one is reminded that "Gentleman must wear jacket and tie for dinner".

 

Matthew

[curlyQ]

One must remember that by the restaurant entrance on the QE2 one is reminded that "Gentleman must wear jacket and tie for dinner".

 

Matthew

 

 

...well 'atta boy Matthew!

[mufi]

Have things changed? Are passengers asked to conform to the dress code outside the dining rooms now?

 

David.

[pnhmrk]

Have things changed? Are passengers asked to conform to the dress code outside the dining rooms now?

 

David - I'm not sure that things can be said to have changed on the QV yet - although I'm sure that the different clerks at Cunard will change their minds quite often in the coming months:D

 

(FWIW the dress code of the QE2 applies ship wide after 6pm except in the Lido:) )

[ligortig]

Dressing for dinner is one of the best bits of a cruise :), along with all the other bits :D

Here Here again to both quotes

[bmwlover]

Everyone who has ever cruised knows that a World cruise is the dressiest cruise afloat. The Brochure was printed in August 2006. It clearly says that the dress code requires a jacket for dinner in the restaurants on evenings designated Elegant Casual. If you can afford even a segment of a World Cruise , you can afford a First Class airline ticket with the greatly increased baggage allowance. If you do not want to pay for that, Cunard offers its White Star luggage service to handle you luggage to and from the ship. i therefore do not understand the discussion.

[Kindlychap]

Everyone who has ever cruised knows that a World cruise is the dressiest cruise afloat. The Brochure was printed in August 2006. It clearly says that the dress code requires a jacket for dinner in the restaurants on evenings designated Elegant Casual. If you can afford even a segment of a World Cruise , you can afford a First Class airline ticket with the greatly increased baggage allowance. If you do not want to pay for that, Cunard offers its White Star luggage service to handle you luggage to and from the ship. i therefore do not understand the discussion.

 

I don't think you've thought this one through.

 

I am doing two segments of the world cruise - both in Queens' Grill. The first with my wife, the second alone. The first seven night segment would cost less than half the relevant BA First Class fare, and the second nineteen night segment would be almost half as much again were I to have booked a BA First Class air ticket.

 

To fly First Class on BA would have made these trips impossible.

 

Malcolm has told you how to deal with it. It works - even on QM2 which is less formal that QE2. Just learn how to dress properly.

 

Matthew

[DKNYC]

I have just today booked a 17 day Transatlantic plus Italy, Spain & portugal on Hal for less than first class airfare even WITH the single supplement.

I like Cunard mostly for " the other bits" but I do conform to the dress code because it is expected and it's kind of cool to dress for dinner as I don't have many opportunities to do so at home.

 

Although you guys do have it a lot easier than we do. A Tux, a Suit , a jacket (maybe), shirts , ties & ONE pair of dress shoes.:)

 

Denise

[fenreed]

[i like Cunard mostly for " the other bits" but I do conform to the dress code because it is expected and it's kind of cool to dress for dinner as I don't have many opportunities to do so at home.

 

:)

 

Denise

 

 

Denise,

 

'Cool' is one superior way to define it, taking 'that' as the epitome of a modern young person.

 

My wife and I also think it is 'cool', in fact very cool!

 

It is an absolute breath of fresh air to be able to dress to suit one's superior whim and to be a freely accepted part of a function that is applauded by those who wish to pay for that exact want.

 

To feel special!

 

To get away from the jeans and trainers at dinner!

 

To get far away from the type of folks who 'do not want to dress up.'

 

To get away from hearing the 'f' word that is in pretty current use in the UK, from BOTH sexes!

 

To feel very good, and to feel just as good amongst others who actually share that same feeling.

 

To know that you have not 'been lucky' as some would describe, but to enjoy that feeling that you actually adore what you are doing, why you are doing it, and that the experience is priceless.

 

It really does not matter that you have had to pay for it, let's face it.

 

It also does not matter if you are in QG or steerage.

 

You are there, the doubters are not.

 

Amen.

 

Pete

[CruiserTed]

Just in case Cunard corporate is reading this thread, please add my thanks for the requirement that men wear jackets every evening. I, like every Cunard passenger on this board, it appears, enjoy dressing properly aboard. The Cunard ships truly are some of the last bastions of civility. Bravo. At least on this issue all is NOT "sic transit gloria mundi."

[EMSOMICH]

I can appreciate people's concern re-luggage. Last year, I joined the QE2 in LA and left in Singapore. We could take two suitcases to LA but only bring one back from Singapore. I solved the problem by taking the two night cruise in December, leaving one suitcase on board and it stayed on board until it came back to Southampton when I went to pick it up. Of course, I do live in Southampton which makes it much easier! I believe BA now charge a flat rate of £100 for any overweight or extra luggage.

 

Maureen

[pnhmrk]

I solved the problem by taking the two night cruise in December, leaving one suitcase on board and it stayed on board until it came back to Southampton when I went to pick it up.

 

Maureen - did you get Cunard's authorisation to do this before you sailed or did you just hope they'd take it?:)