Boarding the POSHEST Cruise Line in the World!

This week we board the newest and poshest cruise line in the world! Will we like it or not?
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Join us for our whirlwind adventure onboard the Cunard Queen Anne as we look around some gorgeous cabins, experience the ship, eat yummy cruise food and much more!
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[@Cruisewith]

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[@shellnet411]

The word is definitely Metropolitan is definitely metropolitan America big city northern New York Chicago, Seattle maybe LA

[@Gwen-r7s]

Love your take on the Queen Anne. The phrase “drawing room” is short for “withdrawing room,” because back in the day, guests would withdraw from the dining room into a general entertaining room.

[@caroleceres]

…whilst the gentleman remain to smoke and drink port.

[@NIckyFromDunedin]

@@caroleceres a little bit sad the lads did not know this, but i have to remember they are a fare bit younger than me

[@mariasullivan577]

Cruises from Southampton to Iceland last year 👍

[@lparky4409]

The ladies would gossip and drink tea, some music would be played until the men returned.

[@CitizenMio]

​@caroleceres Even as far back as Titanic there were some feisty women that refused to be shoved off to a drawing room. ;) I've read that a few rich ladies even ignored conventions and joined the men in the first class smoking room. Which was technically allowed on titanic by white star, because it was just about the latest craze among modern influential women, but it was rather frowned upon. In fact the equivalent of a mostly women only drawing room on Titanic, the first class reading and writing room, was the least popular room on the ship. Most women preferred the first class lounge and/or just stayed at their tables after dinner.

[@LONESTARINDIE]

Oscar & Teddy are so lucky to have you two as Uncles! You guys are so much fun, i bet they never want you to leave when ya’ll visit ❤️

[@React2This]

You two lift my spirits. Individually and as a couple, you have such positive energy.

[@birbluv9595]

This 100%!

[@soojin224]

"Ben, this is why we don't go on Cunard" 😂😂 And this is why i love watching your videos. Hoping I can go on cruise one day, but for now i'll live vicariously through your videos.

[@jdrew5367]

Art deco, but modernized. Lovely rich dark colors with whites and creams and luxury brushed gold tones. It’s bright and light and inviting, especially with the mirrors with the glass the open windows, an elegant at the same time. Thank you for sharing

[@eclairtreo]

"Well wrap me in seaweed and call me a piece of sushi" . OMG, its 2AM and Im binge watching, and shaking the bed with laughter. Love you guys so much.

[@Sherriedc]

It’s 130a here and I’m addicted watching y’all. ❤

[@angelwingz892]

You're both very detailed oriented...it brings to life the ships you explore.

[@Cruisewith]

Thank you! We're glad you enjoy the details. We love bringing the ships to life for you!

[@louisewhite9152]

Hi Ben and David it’s only Louise again - as you know I always look forward to Sunday nights ~ but tonight’s even better as it’s nearly an hour long ~ it’s been a really tough week but I’m seeing the multiple sclerosis nurse on Tuesday so hopefully we can sort a few things out. I hope you’ve had a lovely weekend and that you have a brilliant week - once again thank you so much for all your hard work and putting these Vlog/videos together. It really does mean a lot - sending a lot of love and hugs to you both. ~ Xxx Xxx

[@louisewhite9152]

@AngelaHarrell-iz8js hi it’s only me ~ thank you so much for your message - multiple sclerosis is horrible. I’m in the middle of a flareup at the moment. I’m seeing the nurse tomorrow and the doctor is popping in this afternoon - I live in a rehabilitation centre as im either bedbound or wheelchair bound - I hope your cruise next year goes really well and that you thoroughly enjoy it - have a good week healthwise ~ Xxx

[@fridaytax]

Louise, I hope the nurse and doctor can assist you in feeling better soon. It is wonderful to have channels like Ben & David who can take us on new experiences every week!❤❤❤

[@robertascholten8173]

Love the aura of gracious refinement. No loud, raucous colors. Nothing screaming "tropical". The ship carries an atmosphere of elegant relaxation - so needed in turbulent, high-tech times. I'd actually love a cruise on this particular ship - something I've never longed for. I hope one day (soon!) Ben and David, you book a cruise on this lovely addition to sea-faring ships.

[@ashb2509]

hahahaaa "two queens on another queen" had me dying laughing! 🤣 Love your videos! 💗

[@emmakirk9194]

It’s very art deco. Expecting Poirot to make an appearance!

[@xkr510]

Sorry - the words TRUMP TACKY come to mind when looking at the cabins. I love these guys. Their humour, accuracy and observations are spot on. Well done.

[@isabellind1292]

@@xkr510 You're tacky!

[@kimberlywoodbury1739]

@@isabellind1292There’s an intelligent and witty response 😂

[@CarolMortensen-e2b]

What a wonderful video. The camera work is so professional. Such a beautiful ship. You guys just cheer everyone up who might be having a difficult day. You should have your own talk show, too.

[@LONESTARINDIE]

Ben and David are the BEST at making beautiful cruise videos imho 🤗

[@KateS1172]

The Princess Grill cabins are like the Mini Suites.

[@KateS1172]

The Princess Grill Suite is beautiful!

[@marybethschroeder4804]

Thanks for the awesome report! We are booked on Queen Ann in January when she comes to NYC! Beyond excited. 🎉

[@robertchantler6022]

She looks like a modern twist on 1920's art deco in design, lovely if I say so myself!

[@jorgschwantje1239]

She just looks like every other contemporary cruise ship. No 1920s at all.

[@pomme800]

Penhaligon's is a very well known British Perfumer, established 1870..I guess you haven't got around to dropping in to their Regent street shop yet?😉

[@mareiketje4899]

Most certainly not, when the're calling it "Pentaglions"! 😂

[@mikeupo]

Also Chester, Liverpool. Plenty of shops, although there is no T in penhaligans 🤣 not sure where that came from when pronouncing 🙈

[@kimberlywoodbury1739]

It was popular in the ‘80s - Princess Diana was a fan. Allegedly Meghan Markle wore Diana’s favorite scent on her first date with Prince Harry. Honestly, their scents seem a bit dated today.

[@truejaneysue8269]

Penhaligon's Yasmine and Dutchess Rose are two of my favorite perfumes❤.

[@karendobbin4254]

Woohooo! Here really early, saw the notification and had to immediately watch Ben & David, need my weekly fix. 💕

[@lindaclarke204]

I will never be able to look at salt and pepper shakers with a straight face again!😂😂

[@FraserAtSea]

Really glad to see you guys on here - looks like Cunard have done a wonderful job with the new Queen!

[@piratesswoop725]

Oh these cabins look absolutely beautiful!! I've been on the Queen Mary and their cabins are definitely oudated in comparison. The TVs are older and no plugs by the bed. Also, SO jealous of those beautiful Queen Anne gifts. That passport cover is absolutely stunning!

[@elletee]

Our Cunard cruise a few years ago from Melbourne to Hobart and back on the Queen Elizabeth remains in my memory as one of my favourite cruise ships and experiences. I loved that there was a community large jigsaw that everyone could work on over the cruise, on a specially designed table. The afternoon tea was quite the highlight and experience. I loved that there was a ballroom and you could see into it from a walkway on an upper level. In the evening an old fashioned band would play and there would be lots of couples ballroom dancing there. Wonderful to watch. We turned up for dinner one night and my husband had forgotten his formal jacket. Staff went into a panic. As our room was at the other end of the ship, we were asked to wait outside the door whilst they fussed around and somebody found a mens jacket. Bob was a big fella, so no way he could fit into it. But they had him put his arm out, they carefully draped their jacked over his arm and we were allowed to enter the dining room. The jacket was then placed on the back of the chair, and all was well in their formal world. I find it so odd that an Aussie could have experienced a Cunard cruise, at home, before you two experienced cruisers were to go on one of their ships. Enjoy your cruise.

[@brianb2837]

This is so totally awesome Ben and David! And going on the Queen Anne! How incredible and cool!

[@nancycurtis3964]

I have sailed on Cunard many times, the first in 1967 on the original Queen Elizabeth. Princess Grill Suites are nice, but once you go Queen's Grill, you'll never go back. So happy to hear they've installed StarLink. Wifi on the Queen Mary 2 is dreadful, but the fabulous Churchill's Cigar Lounge makes up for any shortcomings.

[@jeannecrawford6324]

All Cunard ships are now equipped with Starlink wifi including the Queen Mary 2.

[@sweethartjen]

"Well shiver me timbers and call me Jack Sparrow!" 😂 I think that is Ben's best saying yet!

[@toniblackmore3016]

Nah. Martha-Stewart-Behind-Bars! will take a lot of beating😂😂😂

[@justwatching190]

Nah,two queens on another queen!😅

[@toniblackmore3016]

@@justwatching190 haha, did love that too.

[@sweethartjen]

@@justwatching190 😆👍🏻

[@John_Locke_108]

"Put me an a beach and call me Sandy" Love that one.

[@brendaforsythe6469]

I simply love how you share your every experience with us…..truly feel like I’m there with you ….its amazing….thank you for taking so much time to show us everything 💕💕

[@matthewduffy5774]

Last May we used Onward Travel Solutions (car hire) which took us from our hotel near Heathrow to Horizon Cruise Terminal in Southampton, 4 people & 5 pieces of luggage for £144. Same price for the drive back to Heathrow after our cruise. Great customer service, on time & gave us peace of mind.

[@tlade79]

So I have a fear of cruising and you guys make me actually want to overcome this and go sailing thanks again for your video ❤

[@birbluv9595]

Guys, I really appreciate your careful attention to the colors, textures, and designs. The beautiful, artistic focus on atmospheric details by these ship designers merits your positive comments!

[@elliekirk567]

Wait, I deffo missed something… I thought neither of you drove but David is a new driver… congrats!! 🎉

[@MelanieBright-gg8yb]

OMG - you guys made me spit out my coffee laughing with your salt and pepper holders bit!! 🤣 Love you guys! ❤ This video is making me want to try this line - am enjoying the regal feel. Can’t wait to see your videos on your upcoming TA on the Queen Mary!

[@jenniferlsanta]

I did the Queen Mary 2 from NY to Southampton years ago! The captain made an announcement when we were over the area where the Titanic went down.

[@SuperDrLisa]

Well that was great 😮

[@React2This]

Appreciate the Titanic references, because the class system on Cunard does seem like that. I have only cruised once, on Holland America to Alaska last year, and one thing that made me it fun was knowing that those of us in cheap cabins could have the same experience outside our cabins as the people in suites. There was no sense of being lesser than anybody else.

[@Rick_Hoppe]

David, I think the word you were looking for to describe the decor, the word I would use is Elegant.

[@Cruisewith]

Elegant is definitely a fitting word for the decor. Appreciate your input!

[@edcrawford2470]

Ben, your enthusiam and love of cruising is apparent. When I watch your posts, I always feel like booking another cruise, lol. Going on Jade in 3 weeks, Princess in Dec. Love you guys!

[@stevegatwick5539]

Thanks Guy's great perspective, We've just come back from her maiden voyage to Maderia 14 nights, we quite enjoyed the ship, the Pavilion was a nice area, along with the Commodore club, the staff are still getting used to how best to operate the ship, the 'service' lifts had issues, so the luggage had to be distributed via the passenger lifts, which made for interesting stair climbs for people who need lifts, but with a few weeks behind them, and various maintenance visits, the systems, and staff will start to fall into place, the wi-fi is great and worked perfectly, I didn’t hear any one complain about that. The couple of stage shows we visited were very good, Brief Encounter (Theatre) & Noir (Bright lights society) were quite a departure from Cunard’s standard theatre productions, I thoroughly enjoyed them both, Looking forward to your review of Queen Mary 2 for your crossing thanks again guys.

[@Warlord1009]

Got to say I love these videos - sadly, we will never be able to afford to go on one, but as aspirational and viewing, they are wonderful - I love the pure joy you guys seem to have.

[@grayblanchard]

Surprising. Looks like a lot of sophisticated comfort.

[@GayesyJ]

I love every video you boys make, as you always do such a great job at giving thorough reviews with professionalism, warmth and humour! 🥰 This one was no exception, and I found it really interesting to see what a new Cunard ship would be like. What a lovely ship she is! 💞

[@Invenery]

Great review guys.... I used to work on QE2 ... Best time of my life.... The Drawing Room is actually named originally as the "Withdrawing Room" ... Where guests (mainly women) would 'withdraw" to after dinner, whilst men would withdraw to the "smoking room" .... Keep up the great work guys xx

[@Cruisewith]

Thank you for sharing your experience! That’s really interesting to know. We appreciate your support and kind words! xx

[@GLeibniz1716]

That’s what she said bingo shades of the American version of the office ! My wife and I love you two safe travels!

[@elletee]

We went on the Queen Elizabeth a few years ago. They had a bookshop on board and I found it amusing that one of the books for sale was about shipwrecks of the Cunard Line.

[@Cruisewith]

That sounds like quite the irony! Did you end up getting the book?

[@elletee]

@@Cruisewith No. But it gave me a great story to tell people. 🙂

[@Byron-g5l]

Fabulous video....thx....really enjoyed your tour...

[@npreynolds]

I believe the term "reserved elegance" is appropriate.

[@Michelledoebler]

I was dying that every cabin you went into David was 'trying' to steal something else! Had me rolling! 🤣 Love your videos! I just watched your video on Virgin Voyages, and this is definitely a departure from that one!

[@med6399]

You boys make so many of us smile!😊😊😊Thank you for your work! Well done again!🎖🎖🎖😎😎😎🌟🌟🌟 (Would have loved you to have started with a bit of video of visiting your very cute nephews!🌺🌺🌺)

[@maryanncapece7058]

Hi Ben and David. Happy Sunday. Now my weekend is complete. The ship looks beautiful. I think the look is opulent without being stuffy, it's relaxed and inviting. As always thank you for all your hard work and letting us be a part of it. ❤❤

[@dundonoz]

I love that Babbel is the sponsor- do they teach Kensington? make sure you have the proper accent onboard??

[@carolinecaiger6717]

It's lovely to see you both in such a calm environment :)

[@Calcouk]

Great video bros, very pro. Appreciate the sense of humour too... queens on the queen, shiver me timbers and call me Jack and the 'drawing room. Keep up the good work.

[@laurenlup]

I’ve been on the Queen Elizabeth with Cunard sailing to Alaska from Canada. It was wonderful. A very traditional sailing on a traditional ship. Would I do it again after all my other RC cruises & MSC? Yes. Best afternoon tea service & presentation. Cheers

[@isabellind1292]

Wow, we took a midsize ship (Volendam) from Vanc. to Alaska. I liked it because there were only say, 2,000 aboard and we weren't there for all the bells & whistles so it was perfect! But Cunard is a very special line! My parents took a transatlantic journey aboard Mediterranean Shipping Lines that takes paying passengers along w/their cargo (not very many passengers, maybe 2 dozen). They LOVED it. They said the chef prepared the most absolutely, amazing dishes!

[@wendysherbert3257]

I absolutely loved this review! THIS type of cruise is exactly my cup of tea. Classic yet modern elegance. We did a Cunard transatlantic about twenty years ago on the QE2. I think this will be my next cruise. Thank you.😊

[@101619mrm]

We have been sailing with Cunard for a while now Always a enjoyable experience Definitely a favourite

[@joannefuller66]

I love the QM2- there is nothing like transatlantic on the QM2! We also love modern Celebrity ships and many people are comparing the Queen Anne to those ships. We are booked for the QA world cruise 2025. I am sure we are going to love it.

[@samm4192]

FYI, you can get a direct train with Southern from Gatwick to Southampton which takes just under 2hr and an off peak single is £20, advance singles can be had for £10

[@nibzee]

I put my mother on the inaugural cruise as well as the next one to the Canary Islands. Unfortunately she was taken off the ship on the second cruise in Madeira due to a medical emergency. It was a shame, but at least as a Diamond cruiser she got to experience this ship as well.

[@4leafclover0519]

You both bring such light to my day! Thank you!

[@Dee-Ivy-uk]

Ben and David you are both absolutely brilliant,we live in Portsmouth,I love seeing what ships are in when we go to Southampton,we are going on our first cruise in September with virgin,can't wait love to you both♥️♥️xxxx

[@jenniferschaper4806]

Understated elegance!

[@christinegiddings3131]

Absolutely fabulous Ben & David looks amazing .

[@MariaCarabin]

I don't do cruieses anymore (last time in the 90s), but I think this one would be my choice. A bit traditional with modern twists. Very cool! Thx for yet another amazing series! x

[@BarbieDoll-vn8sp]

I so love dark woods....this ship is beautiful!

[@davidshaw7668]

You will love QM2. We did our first ever cruise on it and have now booked Queen Anne for 2026 to Norway and the North Cape.

[@annettecurtain5052]

That Nutella pastry looked amazing!

[@kevincaulfield9736]

Did the double crossing on QM2 and went to Windsor from Southampton for the day.

[@MariaBottin]

Ben, your camara work...slow and easy...should win awards! Love you both...don't get jelly David.

[@pamlongwhite4747]

Looks so sleek and sophisticated !

[@magdlynstrouble2036]

"Shiver me timbers and call me Jack Sparrow." 😊

[@LinkeLifestyleAsWeSeeIt]

Great review, thanks Ben and David, I love how you treat your review subjects with respect but still make your reviews fun and lighthearted!

[@karenpryde9323]

I’m getting art deco vibes in some areas. It looks beautiful 😍

[@ToursOfJoyTravelandCruising]

Love you both!! Great overview. N😅w on my bucket list.

[@sharonbaptista1122]

I did a cruise on ncl gem in August 2024 and as usually the pool area is so small and my room was clean but old. I was in my room each night reading by 9pm. I dont drink very much and a lot of things are based on drinking. The casino which i like to go to was small and very smokey. The only thing I can say i really appreciated is that they offer solo cruising at a descent price since I lost my husband last year.

[@caroldichtenberg9908]

I sailed on the Queen Anne in August to Norway and I absolutely loved it. We only had the Britannia level cabin but it was lovely. The only negatives we had were the very tiny table in the cabin which made room service dining a challenge and the hangers. The hangers were semi-connected which were a giant pain. Cunard…please give me regular hangers in the Britannia level cabin. We’re sailing her again in February and cannot wait.

[@marecianoble5826]

Great to see you on a British ship and so excited about it.

[@Dbodell8000]

How is it British? American owned foreign built please explain? And truly what difference does it make anyhow?

[@paulgerrard9227]

It is as british as NCL

[@deidresmith2335]

So exciting...we have done 2 cruises on the Queen Elizabeth and a cruise earlier this year on the QM2...loved them...we are cruising on Queen Anne in July...

[@deelinton]

Thanks! Wish we were in Southampton … onboard for the POSH!

[@angelwingz892]

Port OUT Starboard HOME Middle classes picked up on this. Middle class are social climbers. They ran with this and aged other upper class behaviours.

[@bcdave91]

Great video and beautiful ship. Thanks! Queen Anne is an appropriate name for the ship -- she was probably the same size!

[@gloriamaurone7139]

Love you both, Ben and David. You are just delightful and make me happy. I think I may have taken every cruise with you via your vlogging. Please keep up the great work. Makes my day.

[@constancecook-cruisetravel1166]

Loved this ❤ thank you ❤

[@danielbobberson9849]

Sounds like Andrea Bocelli is going to be the headliner at the naming ceremony in Liverpool...now that is one I would love to attend.

[@johnnieves8719]

Perfect guys you didn’t go to the “”Get Drunk and give us a Perfect 10 score on our ship activities “!

[@chowchillachuck]

I have only cruised Cunard once. Way back in 1995 on the QE2. I just remember the food was a cut above the standard cruise ship fare and, the afternoon tea was to die for. I really would like to cruise the line once again.

[@Cruisewith]

That sounds like an amazing experience

[@_echobravo]

Thank you for your thoroughly enjoyable review! We just booked a cruise on Queen Anne for July 2025 in the Norwegian fjords and what we saw through your lens reinforced our positive feelings about booking it!

[@sallybond9351]

Love Cunard, service at its best 😊

[@ceceliamoreno1845]

we are booked on Queen Anne in 2026.....sooooooo excited. it will be our first Cunard. I have been waiting for this ship! Now I think we might book another for 2025 because I'm not sure I can wait!!

[@BlissGroove]

Understated elegance. Sublime. Refined. Sophisticated. Graceful. Polished. Distinguished. Opulent. Exquisite. Classic. Smart. All these words apply to that ship.

[@arh1234]

Art Deco. Intentional.😁

[@janinek6136]

The lifts have their own personality that's how I would describe them. Ben mentioned the corridors having personality. Lovely tour.

[@juanitafurtado8805]

Delightful as always

[@AngieHunter-v7y]

The art is engaging!

[@margaretgreen9204]

Wondering if the TV pulls out a bit so you can tilt it towards the sitting area?? Love the color scheme of your room. And glad to see newer ships now have outlets by the bed. Those of us using CPAP/BIPAP appreciate that.

[@OZARKMOON1960]

Even when I did travel agent training back in the nineties, Cunard and Crystal were the top tier cruise lines to book folks on. They never did many fams (short trips for agents) that I heard of, then again being in the Arizona desert, it took a bit of effort to get to the ports they used. This new ship is just lovely and yes, the art deco vibes are strong and well done.

[@wetstarfishamc]

So glad to see you back, was missing you both. Loved thos vid x

[@mariareyes-ku6194]

My hubby and I are hispanics. My hubby loves tea and I love coffee even though we are both Americans. Thanks for the great review. It’s a beautiful ship.

[@gkmacbeth8225]

We had cabin 4130 on the May 10 to 24th cruise. Identical to the one you filmed. Bathroom was tiny.

[@dancourt4792]

Thank you lads for this fabulous review including your usual humour. I can't wait to board her in November..........cheers x

[@IsaacNYC212]

Thanks for sharing. I can't wait! My husband and I will be on the ship in December - bound for the Canary Islands.

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Thank you for taking us a long. Giving us a tour and taste of this Cunard ship 😊. Thats lovely you had a Great time seeing Oscar & Teddy 🤍 Hows the House hunting going? Have a Good week 🥰

[@suemct6909]

There's a train station right inside Gatwick that will take you to Southampton Central. If there's a train change usually it's at one platform.

[@katyvansteenhoven220]

So great to see your reactions again! Missed you guys ❤

[@carolr9301]

I’ve been on Queen Victoria twice and on Queen Anne in August. I love Cunard. Lovely cabins. I prefer the balcony cabin you viewed with the unusual space. What cabin number is it? The suites are beautiful. Did you see any other cruise vloggers?

[@TinaLee2042]

I can’t make myself sail Cunard because they have the separate levels. Not a fan, but then I don’t care for ship within a ship either. Curious what level you booked for your crossing cruise.