Queen Elizabeth Full Tour - First Look at REFURBISHED Cunard QE!

[@TheTransatlanticExchange]

MV Queen Elizabeth is such a gorgeous ship and appeals to a love of Art Deco that was generated by reading about and visiting RMS Queen Mary in Long Beach numerous times in my native California. She stands out in my memory, even after travelling aboard all three current Queens, though prior to provisional travel aboard Queen Anne in August 2024. Despite being aboard just after COVID restrictions and for the six-and-a-half-day duration of this "Sailing into the Sun" Cruise from Southampton, there still wasn't enough time to fully appreciate what you lovingly captured in your video. The carpeting is indeed stunning throughout the ship, as is the Britannia Restaurant with its plinths, lighting and columns that were abundant in other public areas too. The Queen's Grille Restaurant would be lovely to enjoy on this ship and the decor is simply breathtaking. Cafe Carinthia will need to be enjoyed more on what will hopefully be another cruise aboard. While a cruise is supposed to be relaxing, this one certainly wasn't for good reasons. First of all, the lecturers were simply outstanding. Chief Architect and Designer of RMS Queen Mary 2, Stephen Payne, was aboard and gave a lecture each morning whose topics included Titanic, Lusitania and Mauretania, QE2, Royal Yacht Britannia, and QM2, along with a Q&A session. Another great lecturer was BBC Foreign Correspondent, Margaret Gilmore, who discussed the Russian spy poisonings, fall of the Berlin Wall, and other recent geopolitical events. The entertainment and crew aboard ship were just lovely, as always with Cunard, and also contributed to our experience, not to mention the friends we made aboard, who helped turn a leisurely cruise into a party that always ended up on Starboard Deck 10 outside Churchill's. Our coterie expanded and hovered around the smoking section, sometimes including special guests like the comedian and other entertainers who joined in as we partied like Princess Margaret. This is a great tribute to a great ship. Your book on MV Queen Elizabeth was purchased aboard and signed by the Captain, Margaret Gilmore and Stephen Payne, who knew my face early on - particularly after mentioning how meeting him, as a lover of the old liners, was like a sci-fi geek meeting William Shatner at a Star Trek Convention.

[@SeaTravelr123]

Just watching this. Love the color choices and styling.

[@giovannirastrelli9821]

“The design of Queen Elizabeth was designed.” On point.

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

Amazing the absolute gold you can come up with when you make a video totally unscripted and just chat as the visuals play. I’m glad you enjoyed it 🚢

[@alexis_ian]

While QE is modern from the outside. Inside she has a small ship feel and art decor style makes her a classic cruise ship.

[@scottmiller7779]

Finally - someone as obsessed with cruise vessel carpeting as I am! It's such a subtle item that can really change a space and lend cohesion to a vessel. Have to say the QE looking spiffier than ever!

[@rosethefirechieftess1683]

I like both! On nights where the formal dining is crowded I tend to head to the more buffet-y style food places

[@joanfreestone1707]

I've watched this video at least 5 times. I was on that cruise and I never tire of seeing the Queen Elizabeth. Such a shame she'll be leaving Australia.

[@johnplod8984]

Good to be able to see the refurbished QE Good information 👍

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

Thanks John!

[@stephenmackler9937]

She a beautiful ship and we had a great cruise. This what cruising used to be!! Can’t wait to sail her again

[@amandabroad6139]

Thank you for this video. She is my favourite of the Queens and we have travelled on her quite a few times. Heading off again on 20th August 2021 🤞🏼🤞🏼

[@CapriciousCapricrn]

This is exactly what I wanted to see - a very comprehensive vid of the QE refit. Went on her last February, pre-refit. Beautiful ship.

[@angelahorton5745]

Great video, very comprehensive. We sailed on QE to Alaska June 19 and loved every moment. Cunard is my favourite cruiseline to date.

[@VonChokerWOT]

Just disembarked from Queen Elizabeth today in Brisbane. It was a fantastic trip from Melbourne. We also watched your lecture about the early Cunard Ships they had playing on the in room tv's and it was very informative. I also managed to pick up your book "photographic history of P&O Cruises" from the onboard bookshop which I'm looking forward to reading. Great video Chris and I always look forward to your ship tours.

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

Thanks so much for the wonderful feedback. I hope you enjoy the book!

[@maggiegarber246]

I liked it when the port and starboard carpets in the deck corridors were different colors so it was easy to turn the correct way when exiting the elevators

[@23Wolgan]

I have only had 4 cruises and I have to say the QE was my favourite. The decor, service, friendly ad efficient staff made for a fantastic trip. I would sail on this ship again.

[@mariasharp2334]

I don't know where you live - but I'm in the UK and have received an email from Cunard today launching Queen Elizabeth cruises starting in March 2021. There are short 3, 4 and 7 night cruises around the British Isles at ludicrously low prices - and I do mean ludicrous.

[@23Wolgan]

@@mariasharp2334 I live about 2 hours south of Sydney and overseas trips are really awkward right now.

[@mgsandi]

Sailed on the Queen Elizabeth a few years ago ..... she is definitely my favourite Cruise Ship to date... Fabulous Ship ❤️

[@DavidJamesTaylorCruising]

We are cruising on Queen Elizabeth this November. We were last on her in 2014. It well be great to see her again. Lovely video. thanks for posting.

[@pj8143]

I will be going on this ship very soon to New Zealand, my very first cruise, so excited about going. Thanks for sharing.🤩

[@husamnabhani7185]

It will be my first cruise trip on Queen Elizabeth at then of next month ( Jan. 2020 )...sure it will be a great experience .. can't wait...

[@mrrostien]

I’ve always been one of those people who said “nope Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria aren’t proper cunard ships And only Queen Mary 2 is a true cunarder.” BUT I’ve been reading a brilliant book about the newest Queen Elizabeth and I have generally fallen in love with her. She may not look like an old school ocean liner of the past on the outside but she sure does on the inside.

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

She sure does! Which book?

[@mrrostien]

Chris Frame its an actual cunard brand book called Queen Elizabeth by miles cowsill. It’s about all 3 Queen Elizabeth cunarders.

[@pj8143]

I rather Queen Elizabeth the ship looks outstanding on the inside. Than the Queen Mary 2 looks outdated in some areas from what I have seen.

[@emilholmsten8600]

Wow! I absolutely love the interior style

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

Us too!

[@charlyfaria1316]

i sailed on the queen elizabeth in 1956 from le havre to new york .

[@maryrafuse3851]

Interesting video. It's quite lovely as modern ships go but nothing compared to the highly detailed views we are now seeing of RMS Titanic. Now Titanic and her sister ships were truly beautiful. The flooring on these ships was truly lovely as was the stain glass and woodwork. So much more time consuming attention to detail and quality materials. Even in the Queen Elizabeth one can easily see where the cost cutting is. I'm a realist and understand that builders could not pay woodworkers enough to do this kind of work today. Sad that RMS Olympic was not carefully mothballed and kept intact for a later era when she would have been fully appreciated. The Queen Elizabeth very safe and is OK in contrast to these earlier ships.

[@pamdarby6573]

Didn't show the balcony cabin

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

Sadly I wasn’t travelling in Britannia Balcony grade this time.

[@konicakhanomkonica5808]

I miss so mutch !!

[@iloveanimals1662]

Has the Veuve Cliquot Champagne bar gone?

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

QE's was never really separated from the Cafe Carinthia - it had a similar design to that aboard QV but was never distinguished from the main lounge. I think that the champagne is now served in the Midships Bar.

[@kjw7556]

Are these cruises for the old folk

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

No. It’s formal but it’s for all ages. Cunard do tend to attract an older clientele though.

[@Thisbe2001]

Thanks. Great video. Give me a preview of QE. My voyage starts on 14/12/2019. Help, They have two sessions of dining. One early and one at 20.30pm. Will I miss the show if I go for late diner? Or they have two shows in one evening?

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

They have two shows :)

[@anne-mariepopieul4203]

💖

[@COLINJELY]

Hopefully do a local cruise in 2020?

[@markpizzolo269]

when do you recommend booking a box in the theatre ... before getting on the ship or while on board?

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

Probably once aboard so you can check out what shows are on. Unless you get access to that before your voyage - I am unsure as Voyage Personaliser is different in different regions.

[@mr.drymartini5943]

Hi Mark, you can make the booking on board. No need to do it in advance. It is better to try different boxes during daytime-venues in theatre. Some of the boxes have a "heavy" AC, it might be unpleasant cold during evening-venues. So check the boxes during daytime. I wish you a great voyage on QE!

[@johnclauder615]

I am not nrmally in favour of long shots as you do, but you are doing it well., slow and steady; so you are forgiven !

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

😁

[@jeffreyrichardson]

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[@howardhdavidson]

The decor and curtains and furniture look like an old American brothel..Or the Titanic..The Queen Victorian which I’ve traveled on I personally didn’t like that reproduction style.It’s dated now . It’s the decor not the carpets that need replacing that’s what makes her drab .I do like the look of the laundry.

[@wingedbull1257]

How to book a cruse on QE??

[@breadyegg]

If you've already tried contacting Cunard or going on their website or talking to a travel agent, then I'm at a loss as well

[@joemulholland9714]

Tell us more about the carpets...lol

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

I knew I’d missed something!!

[@joemulholland9714]

Lido restaurant all we see is the food.

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

What else is there to look at in a buffet 🤣🤣

[@LWJCarroll]

Thanks but 1080HD or 4K would be much appreciated....Laurie

[@johnclauder615]

I thought image quality was excellent. Unless you project on a large screen ie 2m + with a top quality projector, you don't need 1080p and certainly not 4K.

[@lydiaveldhuizen3157]

I don,t know...some places look so coold. Maybe a bit to modern.

[@jeffreyrichardson]

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[@DigestiveCow]

Where's the photo gallery? Disrespect.

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

🤷‍♂️

[@gregh7457]

i think the "digestivecow" just left some poo for us to clean up

[@harrylamorre5733]

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[@johndoe-vf4un]

Is anyone else disappointed that Cunard doesn't quite hit the mark with their ships anymore? The QM2, QE, QV, they're basically council flats on a hull, very boxy like every cruise ship nowadays. And the interior layout very hodgepodge. There are aspects to the interior decor that are pleasing but again it's like they go overboard and over embellish. Is it simply that they are trying to attract the American client which in itself is rather tacky?

[@baritonebynight]

I wish they wouldn't have named her Queen Elizabeth and saved that name only for true ocean liners....not a common cruise ship. Call her Queen Camilla for all I care.

[@sandramanning27]

REALLY Chris!? Most of your-time spent on describing CARPET! Not enough showing ALL of the different Staterooms..and or - Suit accommodations/renovation..

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

Hey Sandra, You may have missed it in the title and intro but this video is all about the QE’s 2018 refit. As carpets are what was - in many areas - mainly what was changed that’s naturally what I’m going to describe. I’d suggest you take a look at this video for a more comprehensive tour of the ship: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJO3gnujdrypjtE or purchase our Queen Elizabeth book at this link: books.google.com.au/books/about/Queen_Elizabeth.html?id=TjAaYAAACAAJ&source=kp_book_description&redir_esc=y

[@johnmyers1349]

Well I'm sure glad they spent money and time on the carpets during the refit... is that all they did.. not impressed!

[@lydiaveldhuizen3157]

Lots of boring beige. Does not fit by this Royal Queen. Miss warm colours. Orange, Cooper, Oker Yellow. Turkis Blue. Its Fits whit the Boring Beige. When I saw the Inside Cabine...oh help me. Gone book for an other Ship. Sorry Guys this Grand Lady needs a bit more Sparkle.