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Cunard Queen Elizabeth Ship Inspection Review

Luxury level

5 out of 7 stars

Value for money

$$$$$

Itinerary

Great itineraries around Australia and to New Zealand

Overall experience

score out of 10
8/10

What I really liked

  • The feeling of a very grand old world cruise experience
  • Only 2081 passengers on a ship this size (90,000 tonnes) = lots of space
  • Generous stateroom sizes in all accommodation categories
  • The very best of facilities and entertainment focused on a 60+ age group
  • The option to choose Princess or Queens Grill Suites with complimentary access to private restaurants and bars
  • The drinks package is fairly priced at USD69.00 per person per day.
  • Access to a free self service laundry

What we didn't like so much

  • USD on board. The exchange rate from USD to Australian dollars is currently not favourable
  • Gratuities are an additional USD11.50-13.50 per person per day. Ask me about access to exclusive deals inclusive of gratuities
  • Drinks, including drink packages, are plus 15% gratuities
  • Bathrooms in the Britannia stateroom categories are very small
  • The optional dining options are many but the cover charge for these are yet another extra

Summary

Cruising with Cunard is an opportunity to step back into the opulence of 1920-1940’s Hollywood glamour with the White Star service Brit’s are famous for. Best suited to those in the 60+ age group who enjoy getting dressed up for a grand old world cruise experience.

I conducted a ship inspection of the Cunard Queen Elizabeth Ship when it was in Sydney earlier this week. I have written this review to assist you in determining if this cruise line and ship are suitable for you. Book Cunard Cruise planning session

My Experience On Cunard Queen Elizabeth

My time on the Queen Elizabeth was only for the day however our time covered inspection of accommodation categories from Britannia staterooms to Princess and Queens Grill Suites and Penthouses along with all public areas and lunch typical for a Cunard guests in the main dining room. For visuals, you may like to view the short (2.30 minute) video I’ve prepared of my time on the ship below: Queen Elizabeth’s old world charm has remained fresh with regular maintenance and minor refurbishments since she entered service in 2010. I found the spaciousness of the ship a real highlight. With a maximum of only 2081 guests on a 90,000-tonne ship finding an uncrowded space or deck chair by the pool one of the two large pools will never be an issue.

Cunard is renowned for the very best in entertainment along with a variety of restaurants serving quality meals. The Queen Elizabeth has one of the best gyms I’ve seen on a ship and I hear it is very popular with guests. Need help to decide if a Cunard Cruise is right for you?

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