01/17/09 - Queen Mary Round Britain Cruise
Cunard’s Queen Mary 2, the largest ocean liner ever built, celebrated its fifth birthday this week and will mark the occasion with a round UK cruise this October.
Since the ship was officially named by the Queen in January 2004 before its inaugural sailing on the 12th of that month, it has sailed 750,000 nautical miles, including 104 Atlantic crossings.
The UK “lap of honour” will depart from Southampton on October 10 and will feature maiden calls in Greenock and Liverpool – ports that have close historical ties with Cunard.
Carol Marlow, Cunard president and managing director, said: “We are very proud of our flagship and her achievements since she entered service and this is an important anniversary.”
Ship Description:
Classic Cunard hallmarks weave throughout Queen Mary 2: sweeping staircases, soaring public rooms, a grand ballroom, a 360° promenade deck. With one staff member per couple, Cunard's renowned White Star ServiceTM is also assured.
The most anticipated ocean liner in the world also comes with an unprecedented cache of luxuries and innovations. Three-quarters of her staterooms have balconies. Lavish two-story duplexes even have their own private exercise equipment. Exciting restaurants like Todd English and Cunard's renowned Grills create the premier dining experience at sea.
A space ratio of 57.25 sq. ft. per person makes her one of the roomiest vessels anywhere. Even that can't prepare you for the endless possibilities which occupy all this space - 14 decks of sports facilities, shops, bars, lounges, five pools and no fewer than 10 restaurants, a largesse which allows you the freedom to experience your own preferences and passions. Rejuvenate at the celebrated Canyon Ranch SpaClub®. Watch a film under the stars. Or how about the classic British deck game of quoits?
Try something novel. Learn something new! Cunard ConneXionsTM is almost like a college at sea, taking into account, of course, that you're on holiday. Or take a virtual ride into space at Illuminations, the only planetarium afloat.