I’ve just disembarked a cruise that I would not choose to repeat – and this is the first time I’ve ever said that. For years, I’ve wanted to try a transatlantic crossing, following in the footsteps of those travelling on the great Ocean Liners – but I’ve always been nervous. The glamour and the history … Read more
I recently posted a video about an atrium view cabin I had stayed in. It had lots and lots of views and hundreds of comments. Many comments were about how I had stupidly “mistaken” the soap holder in the bathroom for an ashtray. This wasn’t the case, this was an older ship, and ashtrays were … Read more
Queen Mary 2 is the last Ocean Liner at Sea. She really is a “one of a kind” ship. She is the last of a long line of Ocean Liners that can sail with speed and comfort across thousands of miles of open ocean. Onboard, you will find experiences and features not found on regular … Read more
Queen Mary 2 is so much more than just another cruise ship – she is the last Ocean Liner at sea. She has a distinct Ocean Liner legacy and is known for her luxury and elegance. She offers a perfect blend of modern luxury and amenities with the classic ocean liner style. If you think … Read more
Taking a Transatlantic crossing on the last Ocean Liner at Sea has long been on my “bucket list”. I knew that I would only want to take that crossing with so many sea days on the Queen Mary 2. I do get seasick, and she was specifically designed to cope with the rough weather that … Read more
Many of us are animal lovers, and some would like to take their pet dog or cat with them when they cruise. I have a cat and a dog, Hudson and Rolo, and I always miss them when I travel. As a general rule, it isn’t possible to take your pet on a ship, but … Read more
If you are taking a cruise on the Queen Mary 2, you may be wondering if a balcony cabin is a good option for you. When I took a Transatlantic cruise, my parents had a balcony cabin on deck 11. This is a review of that stateroom. This review is based on balcony cabin number … Read more
When the Queen Mary was built in 1934 she was one of the most technologically advanced ships of her day. The Queen Mary 2 was built later in 2003 and she is the world’s last ocean liner. I recently disembarked a cruise onboard the Queen Mary 2 and have also stayed on board the Queen … Read more
When the Titanic was built in 1912 she was the largest and most technologically advanced ship of her day. The original Queen Mary was launched in 1936 and the Queen Mary 2 was built later in 2003. I have just disembarked a cruise onboard the Queen Mary 2. The Queen Mary 2 is currently the … Read more
If you are taking a cruise on the Queen Mary 2 you may be wondering if a sheltered balcony cabin is a good option for you. Sheltered balcony cabins on Queen Mary 2 are cheaper than standard balcony cabins, so it is certainly an option worth considering! This review is based on sheltered balcony cabin … Read more
If you are taking a cruise on the Queen Mary 2 you may be wondering if an inside cabin is a good option for you. I’ve just disembarked a cruise onboard the QM2, where I stayed in an inside cabin. We stayed in inside cabin 6198, and this review is based on that. Below is … Read more
I’ve been cruising on modern cruise ships for years but have always wanted to try a cruise on a traditional ocean liner. There’s only one ocean liner operating in the entire world, so when I saw a short cruise sailing on her from my local port, I knew I had to give it a go. … Read more