We are flying around the 27th June 2003 and spending 2 weeks in England before we take the ship back on the 16th July 2003, the rates include that airfare from Las Vegas.

So far he has quoted me C5/C4 catergory (we might go up one or two more, it depends if it really is a better deal)
220 sq ft cabin..much longer than wide..with two single beds and either 2 bunk beds or two twins a pull sofa single and 1 single bunk. Open seating..
for 4 adults including air fare from Las Vegas...$7,064.00...is that a good deal could we do better cabin wise on another cruise?

The QE2 is unique and many people cruise on her for historic reasons, after all she's a Queen, and for her high quality food and service (Caronia, upwards). Alternatively, some people regard her as overrated and expensive.

It's probably fair to say that you can get better cabins on newer ships for less money! (In fact you would probably get a better cabin on the Queen Mary 2 in 2004! ) However, many would say that that is not the point! She is the only ship to cruise the transatlantic route regularly. You are unlikely to find any other ships to take you home in July, anyway!

She is an Ocean Liner, with a deep draught and rides the waves superbly. The sea can be unpredictable, but conditions in July are likely to be good - although it normally blows a gale on deck!

Bring your umbrella, waterproofs, sweaters, sun glasses and sun cream to London. Our climate is very unpredictable! It been raining here on annd off all month. If you need advice about the sights of London, please ask.

Please see our 'Readers Reviews' menu left, which include real passengers opinions of the QE2 and other ships. These tell it how it is!

There is also a Ship Review:Click Here for QE2

[ 07-10-2002: Message edited by: Malcolm @ cruisepage ]

About the QE2 – I'm of the opinion that it takes a very experienced agent to advise you on that ships’ cabins – and also, I suspect, an Agency that does a great deal of business with Cunard.

We, a couple, traveled on her about 18 months ago in Cat. C3. Deck 4 cabin - #4139 – it was long, narrow, very poorly configured and inadequately furnished - we feel as do others that QE2 is over-rated and expensive.

As to whether Caronia ‘Open Seating’ (not to be confused with 'Freestyle') dining is an advantage depends much on personal preference – we found it disruptive to have wait staff hovering and people coming and going throughout the meal. At no time during the entire trip did we all 8 sit down together. There is little chance to become comfortably acquainted with fellow diners in that situation – next time, if there is one, we will request a table for 2. We prefer 2 separate seatings and have been very lucky with our dinner companions on numerous cruises.

Midship cabins are more stable on any ship, as are those on lower decks. Mother Nature rules the waves - it could be like a Mill Pond!

Most cabins accommodating 4 passengers would, I believe, have two lower beds and 2 upper, fold-down beds/bunks or a pull-out sofabed . It is also accurate to say that even in the same class/category, there are many variables in features, amenities and even square footage.

Are you permitted to put a deposit on your ‘best deal so far’ and then, when your Agent returns with first hand information, make your final decision? That’s what I’d do!

I would try to contact someone very informed... Joe maybe?

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Originally posted by iamyuneek:
Hi I am looking for people who have sailed on the QE2..we will probably be going Caronia category.
Looking forward to some indside info about the cruise, the ship and the crossing whether it was a rough ride or smooth. We will be going in July of 2003.
Thanks in advance.

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" we feel as do others that QE2 is over-rated and expensive."

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Originally posted by empressport:
[QUOTE]Originally posted by Green:

" we feel as do others that QE2 is over-rated and expensive."

Blasphemy! It's impossible for the QE2 to be overrated, as there is nothing to compare her to. She is truly the last of her kind, and in my opinion one cannot put a value on experiencing the last true liner. The Queen Mary 2 may be big, may be glitzy but she has the look of a tarted up cruise-ship. No grace, no elegance.

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I believe you should check the meaning of 'blasphemy'!

We've had similar discussions in the past - I expressed my opinion - nothing more - and, as for 'crossings' I've done more than a few!

Let's just agree to disagree.

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Originally posted by Green:
Hi iamyuneek

About the QE2 – I'm of the opinion that it takes a very experienced agent to advise you on that ships’ cabins – and also, I suspect, an Agency that does a great deal of business with Cunard.

We, a couple, traveled on her about 18 months ago in Cat. C3. Deck 4 cabin - #4139 – it was long, narrow, very poorly configured and inadequately furnished - we feel as do others that QE2 is over-rated and expensive.

As to whether Caronia ‘Open Seating’ (not to be confused with 'Freestyle') dining is an advantage depends much on personal preference – we found it disruptive to have wait staff hovering and people coming and going throughout the meal. At no time during the entire trip did we all 8 sit down together. There is little chance to become comfortably acquainted with fellow diners in that situation – next time, if there is one, we will request a table for 2. We prefer 2 separate seatings and have been very lucky with our dinner companions on numerous cruises.

Midship cabins are more stable on any ship, as are those on lower decks. Mother Nature rules the waves - it could be like a Mill Pond!

Most cabins accommodating 4 passengers would, I believe, have two lower beds and 2 upper, fold-down beds/bunks or a pull-out sofabed . It is also accurate to say that even in the same class/category, there are many variables in features, amenities and even square footage.

Are you permitted to put a deposit on your ‘best deal so far’ and then, when your Agent returns with first hand information, make your final decision? That’s what I’d do!

Happy cruisin’

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At this point we have booked *two* adjoining cabins totalling approx 460 sq ft. We will be on 3 deck; one cabin is C4 the other is C5 and are very aft.
Price $9,0000 including airfare for all 4 of us from Las Vegas NV.

Sylvia

Most cabins accommodating 4 passengers would, I believe, have two lower beds and 2 upper, fold-down beds/bunks or a pull-out sofabed . It is also accurate to say that even in the same class/category, there are many variables in features, amenities and even square footage.

That sounds like it will probably be much more comfortable. Have a good trip.

Have a great time!

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Originally posted by Chris Cunard:
You'll love her!!

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Chris you have just replied to a question asked by iamyuneek in 2002!

I really, really enjoyed your photos both of the ship and the rest of your trip (especially, dear old England).

Glad you had such a wonderful experience, do it again somewhere and create another great album.

best,