Cruise Talk: Will QE II be there for QM 2?

Cruise Talk

Cruise News

Welcome to Cruise Talk the Internet's most popular discussion forum dedicated to cruising. Stop by Cruise Talk anytime to post a message or find out what your fellow passengers and industry insiders are saying about a particular ship, cruise line or destination.

>>> Reader Reviews
>>> CruisePage.com Photo Gallery
>>> Join Our Cruise Club.

Latest News...Today, the newly refreshed Queen Elizabeth has arrived to the Port of Seattle for the first time to begin a season of highly anticipated Alaskan voyages. Cunard's Queens have embodied the pinnacle of British luxury travel for 185 years, and now Queen Elizabeth will homeport in Seattle for the first time, bringing Cunard's renowned White Star Service to the region for two exclusive seasons...

Latest News...Azamara Cruises, known for its Destination Immersion and industry-leading number of late-nights and overnights in port, is giving travelers a chance to see the world in an entirely new light — moonlight. While most cruise lines sail away before sunset, Azamara Cruises is just getting started. "Guests will enjoy more time – and more local culture – beneath the night sky in...

Latest News...Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the world's leading ultra luxury cruise line, has once again raised the bar with the reveal of the Skyview Regent Suite — the largest all-inclusive, ultra luxury cruise ship suite in history. Stunning renderings and an immersive fly-through video showcase this extraordinary two-level suite, which will sit atop the brand's newest ship, Seven Seas Prestige....

More Cruise News...

my profile | register | search | faq | forum home

»	Cruise Talk » Cruise Ships » Will QE II be there for QM 2?

UBBFriend: Email this page to someone!

Author

Topic: Will QE II be there for QM 2?

joe at travelpage
Administrator
Member # 622

posted 08-20-2003 02:37 PM

This is Southampton is reporting that the Queen has not yet confirmed she will attend the christening of Cunard's QM 2 on January 10th - oh my

Pam, are you available that day?

From This is Southampton:

quote:
Will Queen be at launch of QM2?
by Keith Hamilton
FEARS have been raised that the Queen will not be present at the launch of Southampton's new superliner the Queen Mary 2.
Buckingham Palace has still not confirmed if the Queen will be coming to the glittering ceremony to launch the £540m vessel on January 10 next year.
The vessel's owners Cunard were told they could expect a decision from the Queen no less than six months before the launch. There is speculation that the Palace has been angered by Cunard's decision to build the luxury vessel in France.
A spokesman for Cunard said they had not yet approached anyone else for the launch.
A spokesman for Buckingham Palace said: "We will not be making an announcement on the Queen's winter programme until the latter part of the year."

Joe at TravelPage.com

Posts: 29976 | From: Great Falls, Virginia | Registered: A Long Time Ago! | IP: Logged

Ðraikar
First Class Passenger
Member # 1153

posted 08-20-2003 02:47 PM

If i was the Queen i would not go to France to launch a "British" ship, just dose not seem proper.

Posts: 1710 | From: USA, New York | Registered: Mar 2000 | IP: Logged

Captain Rhone
First Class Passenger
Member # 3498

posted 08-20-2003 03:28 PM

The ship is not being christened in France but at the port of Southampton,England.

Posts: 686 | From: New York,USA | Registered: Nov 2002 | IP: Logged

PamM
First Class Passenger
Member # 2127

posted 08-20-2003 05:40 PM

quote:
Originally posted by joe at travelpage:
Pam, are you available that day?

It would give me great pleasure to attend the christening of Queen Mary 2, and an honour to be part of such an historic occasion. Having consulted my Private Secretary, it appears I am indeed available should he be approached. My winter programme is rather empty at present.
However, my Lady in Waiting is concerned that nothing in my wardrobe is suitable for such an event. Some prior notice would be required for appropriate attire to be commissioned. The hat is the problem.
Pam

Posts: 12176 | From: Cambridge, UK | Registered: Jun 2001 | IP: Logged

PHILPKH923
First Class Passenger
Member # 4064

posted 08-20-2003 06:33 PM

quote:
However, my Lady in Waiting is concerned that nothing in my wardrobe is suitable for such an event. Some prior notice would be required for appropriate attire to be commissioned. The hat is the problem.
Pam

Could you not borrow one from the estate of my most favorite royal, the late Queen Mum?

...Ken

Posts: 259 | From: Shannondell | Registered: Aug 2003 | IP: Logged

Green
First Class Passenger
Member # 171

posted 08-20-2003 10:57 PM

Pam - It woud be a pity to miss out on such an occasion for want of a hat!

I know of a flattering cartwheel size creation - tulle, ribbons, exotic feathers and flowers in many hues, suitable for a gown of any colour! It was comissioned (but never worn) for an 'up scale' (real County) wedding

Alas, there's many a slip twix the cup and the lip - the couple eloped.

I feel sure a rental could be arranged!

Posts: 2913 | From: Markham, Ontario, Canada | Registered: Jul 99 | IP: Logged

Malcolm @ cruisepage
Cruise Director
Member # 301

posted 08-21-2003 05:49 AM

Maybe Camilla is available?

Posts: 19210 | From: Essex (Just Outside London) | Registered: A Long Time Ago! | IP: Logged

PamM
First Class Passenger
Member # 2127

posted 08-21-2003 10:47 AM

Unfortunately all the Queen Mother's hats have been auctioned off in the name of 'Good Causes'. Of course I could always drop by the local Oxfam [Thrift] shop if need be. They may well have such an item collecting dust.
Green, I am sure it's a great hat, but maybe a bit too glamourous for the occasion? I hope Queen Mary 2 doesn't elope back to France. A trip to Toronto to 'borrow' may be a nice idea, if somewhat costly!
..and to Malcolm - I can only assume I am not good enough to have been shunted down the list. So far down as to have to remain at home and watch on TV/PC.. shame

2 days later we'll be wet & windy, freezing cold, sipping tea covered in salt spray.. I hope, and come home elated!

Pam

Posts: 12176 | From: Cambridge, UK | Registered: Jun 2001 | IP: Logged

Thad
First Class Passenger
Member # 1224

posted 08-21-2003 10:53 AM

Somebody special is going to want to christen this beauty.... hopefully it is our own Pam of course....

Larger Version

[ 08-21-2003: Message edited by: joe at travelpage ]

Posts: 1967 | From: Boston, MA | Registered: Apr 2000 | IP: Logged

joe at travelpage
Administrator
Member # 622

posted 08-21-2003 11:45 AM

Thad,

Another great photo by Maurizio Eliseo. I am curious though, how does he get all these pictures. Does he live there, work there, go on a lot of shipyard tours? Do you or others know Maurizio?

Joe at TravelPage.com

Posts: 29976 | From: Great Falls, Virginia | Registered: A Long Time Ago! | IP: Logged

bjp
First Class Passenger
Member # 1182

posted 08-22-2003 07:04 PM

Why would the Queen want to name a ship that is not British.IE Built or Owned.

Posts: 18 | From: UK | Registered: Mar 2000 | IP: Logged

All times are ET (US)

Ultimate Bulletin Board^TM 6.1.0.3

VACATION & CRUISE SPECIALS

Check out these great deals from CruisePage.com

Royal Caribbean - Bahamas Getaway from $129 per person

Description: Experience the beautiful ports of Nassau and Royal Caribbean's private island - CocoCay on a 3-night Weekend Getaway to the Bahamas. Absorb everything island life has to offer as you snorkel with the stingrays, parasail above the serene blue waters and walk the endless white sand beaches. From Miami.

Carnival - 4-Day Bahamas from $229 per person

Description: Enjoy a wonderful 3 Day cruise to the fun-loving playground of Nassau, Bahamas. Discover Nassau, the capital city as well as the cultural, commercial and financial heart of the Bahamas. Meet the Atlantic Southern Stingrays, the guardians of Blackbeard's treasure.

NCL - Bermuda - 7 Day from $499 per person

Description: What a charming little chain of islands. Walk on pink sand beaches. Swim and snorkel in turquoise seas. Take in the historical sights. They're stoically British and very quaint. Or explore the coral reefs. You can get to them by boat or propelled by fins. You pick. Freestyle Cruising doesn't tell you where to go or what to do. Sure, you can plan ahead, or decide once onboard. After all, it's your vacation. There are no deadlines or must do's.

Holland America - Eastern Caribbean from From $599 per person

Description: White sand, black sand, talcum soft or shell strewn, the beaches of the Eastern Caribbean invite you to swim, snorkel or simply relax. For shoppers, there's duty-free St. Thomas, the Straw Market in Nassau, French perfume and Dutch chocolates on St. Maarten. For history buffs, the fascinating fusion of Caribbean, Latin and European cultures. For everyone, a day spent on HAL's award winning private island Half Moon Cay.

Celebrity - 7-Night Western Mediterranean from $549 per person

Description: For centuries people have traveled to Europe to see magnificent ruins, art treasures and natural wonders. And the best way to do so is by cruise ship. Think of it - you pack and unpack only once. No wasted time searching for hotels and negotiating train stations. Instead, you arrive at romantic ports of call relaxed, refreshed and ready to take on the world.

Holland America - Alaska from From $499 per person

Description: Sail between Vancouver and Seward, departing Sundays on the ms Statendam or ms Volendam and enjoy towering mountains, actively calving glaciers and pristine wildlife habitat. Glacier Bay and College Fjord offer two completely different glacier-viewing experiences.

More Vacation & Cruise Specials...