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"Accordingly, it's quite possible that in four years time we may well witness a very special maritime event (and a great photoopportunity) when three generations of Cunard Queens come together at Long Beach, California.
The following year could see the delivery of yet another Queen, which has been tentatively named the Queen Victoria, as was the original Queen Mary. By then the ageing Queen Elizabeth 2 will be pushing forty and at the end of her economic life span as a cruise liner.
Thus the Queen Mary 2's newer sister ship could enter service as the Queen Elizabeth 3.
It's not unreasonable to speculate that the Queen Elizabeth 2 could possibly retire as another major attraction at Long Beach."
[This message has been edited by Malcolm (edited 12-01-2000).]
The Queen Mary 2's horn will be an exact replica of the one on the original Queen Mary so that her famous predecessor's voice will once more be heard on the ocean, it will be audible at a distance of ten miles.
I think it's unlikely that the QE2 would ever be retired in Long Beach, because the city of Long Beach has enough difficulty trying to maintain and make a profit with just the Queen Mary alone.
quote:Originally posted by Barryboat:I think it's unlikely that the QE2 would ever be retired in Long Beach, because the city of Long Beach has enough difficulty trying to maintain and make a profit with just the Queen Mary alone.
Yes, I agreed Barry. But maybe Carnival's redevelopment of the area/terminal will change that? I can't really imagine that Carnival guest will really be very interested in the history of Ocean Liners - but I could be wrong?
I have stayed on the Queen Mary twice when visiting LA.
I was 7 years old when she was taken out of service. Glad she is still around so the generations beyond me can experience her.
Cunard, when the QE2 or Caronia stop at LA and pick up passengers, put up the passengers that fly into LA overnight on the Queen Mary and offer them the tour.
As a hotel she is well managed and reasonably priced, the ambience goes w/o saying.
I can't think of a more wonderful way to whet your appetite for a cruise.
My point is that the cruising public are not necessarily interested in Ocean liners. They are looking for a 'fun' time in a floating resort, not a history lesson. It's sad really
By the way, Hotel Queen Mary is not cheap, it cost a fortune to stay their, At least $105 - $125 per night(inside stateroom), and as much as $300+ per night.
quote:Originally posted by Barryboat:By the way, Hotel Queen Mary is not cheap, it cost a fortune to stay their, At least $105 - $125 per night(inside stateroom), and as much as $300+ per night.
Barry, if that is $125 per cabin, for two people - that is not unusual for a UK hotel, let alone one of such historic interest.
Many London hotels cost a lot more than that!
Just did a conversion - at todays rates - US$442 = UKL308 and in CA$684 - per person yet - I'm sorry now that I checked!!
[This message has been edited by Green (edited 12-04-2000).]
(Not as good as the Queen Mary, I suspect!)
quote:(Not as good as the Queen Mary, I suspect!)[/B]
British Commediene BEATRICE LILLIE As she neared the end of a voyage on the Queen Mary:
Captain, when does this place get there?
I don't know how the Brits could stand for that. I mean, isn't it bad enough that we've already got the Mary at Long Beach? Wouldn't we be adding insult to injury?
QE2 would steal thunder from QM1. QM1 foundation is a politcal hornet's nest.
QE2 could be transformed into a dockside hotel in any port city with a room shortage.
quote:Originally posted by BigUFan:"It's not unreasonable to speculate that the Queen Elizabeth 2 could possibly retire as another major attraction at Long Beach."I don't know how the Brits could stand for that. I mean, isn't it bad enough that we've already got the Mary at Long Beach? Wouldn't we be adding insult to injury?
Gerry?
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