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An April 2007 trip to New York by Cantin2

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Quote: We love cruising and especially days at sea. A transatlantic crossing on a legendary ship would seem to be a great experience.
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Restaurant | "Todd English"

Todd English Restaurant Photo - Queen Mary 2, New York, United States
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Todd English is QM2's gourmet restaurant that carried a surcharge of $20 at lunch and $30 at dinner - and reservations are required. Its aft location on Deck 8 overlooks one of the pool areas - but I don't think QM2's pool areas are attractive because the pools are raised and resemble hot tubs or above ground pools. That area is "off limits" at night so that you don't have the distraction of bathing beauties of all sizes while having a gourmet dinner.Decor first - the entrance is lovely - sort of Asian/Indian decor - fabric draped from the ceiling - a red circular settee with cushions - dim lighting - framed, sculpted artwork on the walls (see photo) - It could serve as a waiting area but the ...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on June 2, 2007

Queen Mary 2
Red Hook, Brooklyn
New York, NY

Dining Room Photo -
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We were fortunate enough to be invited to lunch aboard the Queen Mary II to welcome her back to NY for the summer of 2007. We are booked on a transatlantic crossing on this beautiful ship in early May.As exciting as it is to book a vacation, I always have concerns. About this particular trip, is six days too long at sea?? I love days at sea, they are very relaxing and there's always so much to do, but six days looking at only water? We tend to prefer a smaller ship; is this one too large (2500 guests)? Does this type of itinerary only appeal to the older, more traveled, serious type? Will I feel second class since I didn't book the more expensive suites with private club and access to the...Read More
Atrium on QM2 Photo -
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Today starts our cruise; check-in was relatively fast and orderly but delays with immigration clearing the ship arriving from Great Britain caused boarding delays. There were crowded conditions in the waiting areas, even in the "Elite" section for Platinum and Grill Club members: no seats available, only juice, water, and candy from vending machines, but this will soon change. We are allowed to board at 1:15pm instead of noon.The ship is elegant, a three-story atrium and a harpist playing. We are verbally greeted by the staff, "Welcome!" It's the Queen Mary II and there is no champagne nor assistance to your cabin, surprising for a self-proclaimed "luxury" ship. Staff is located near elevato...Read More
Canyon Ranch Releaxation Lounge Photo -
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What a luxury - QM2's two story spa overlooks the sea to create a quiet, luxurious, relaxing experience. The Canyon Spa Day Pass ($35 or included if you schedule a service) allows you to enjoy a day in their "Aqua Spa". The men and ladies dressing rooms lead to a co-ed area with a large heated bubbling pool - a waterfall, whirling area, two strong fawcets to massage your back, and a shallow lounge bed area with underwater jets. From there you can enter the hot Jacuzzi or relax on a padded lounge.The adjacent room treats you to a hot or cold massaging "foot bath" - reflexology under water! Then you can enter a quiet steam room with an aroma therapy fountain - followed by the Finnish Saun...Read More
Interior Cabin on QM2 Photo -
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You've decided to cruise on the QM2 - you've chosen a date, decided on dining early or late at a smaller or larger table - now you must choose a cabin. Too many choices...lots of things to consider and #1 may be your budget - #2 your itinerary, and #3 the time of year.PENTHOUSES: In this luxury category are a few two story penthouse suites with butler service overlooking the aft pool. These have a super sized deck, his and her bath and dressing rooms, King master suite, office and now amble on down the spiral staircase and on the lower level you'll find a living room, dining room another bath and a butler pantry. Even an elevator to take you directly into the Queen's Grill dining Room....Read More

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