Cunard Queen Mary 2 - Full Ship Tour - Post Refit 2023

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks so much for checking out this video. If you enjoyed it, please think about 'liking' it by clicking the 'thumbs up' underneath it, and why not join me on so many more ships? Just click 'subscribe' - welcome aboard! 😀🥰

[@bingbong46]

@@FraserAtSea already subscribe been following you for a while , thank you

[@shane9396]

I never comment on videos but I must for this. Because it's the BEST full tour of the Queen Mary 2 Ive ever seen (and Ive watched them all) and with brilliant naration that is not full of nauseating useless facts/ information. Im intending to book my first ever cruise for myself and my service dog and your video has made my decision final and it's a yes. Thank you for your efforts and a FANTASTIC INFORMATIVE BRILLIANTLY PRODUCED video. Best wishes to you and for your future. WELL DONE 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@FraserAtSea]

Shane, wow - what a comment. Thanks so much for taking the time to not only watch, but also leave this comment - you’ve made me smile on this Monday morning. Have the best cruise!

[@leslielindeman8908]

Thank you for this thoroughly overview. We just booked a transatlantic passage for next year!

[@nrgpokemon5158]

Right?! Fraser is so great at this! I never ever waste 40min of my life on anything on KZbin, but this was worth it

[@Asty1980]

This is the only cruise I'd step foot on. Grand Ocean Liner. My mum did the transatlantic crossing for a big birthday. She had the best time. The best cruise she has taken.

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, she’s an absolute beauty of a ship - great to hear your Mum had such a good trip. I’ve got more coming from this ship, if you’re interested - stay tuned! 😊

[@bodiceahampe9462]

Of all the ships we've been on, Queen Mary 2 is the best. A beautiful ship with great entertainment, food and speakers, cabins and crew. We have been on many other ships and though they also have positive things to be said, Cunard is without doubt the outstanding. one.

[@FraserAtSea]

Ah, that’s so great to hear - I’m sure people watching this video will enjoy seeing this comment. I was really impressed with the base product on QM2 - very, very well executed! Thanks so much for watching, and for taking the time to comment - I’ve got more coming from this ship too - watch this space…!!

[@carolederbyshire8266]

Just love Queen Mary 2 been on her 4 times

[@FraserAtSea]

Ahh, as you know, this was my first experience. I’m absolutely DYING to go again now 😂

[@GiantJake]

Loved this tour! I can't wait to sail in October on QM2

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks so much for watching, and have the best trip!

[@BlaineShire]

June 2025 for me!

[@garryharriman7349]

I am an expat living in the US and a naturalized citizen. My wife and I will be going to the UK in July for some milestone birthdays of relatives. we are sailing back to NY on this magnificent bygone era form of transport, and we are both very. very excited about making this very unique trip back home to the US. Like other viewers, we have `binged` on the multitude of posts made by other KZbinrs about their Cunard transatlantic crossing, and we very much look forward to viewing, what looks like, a very comprehensive and informative post by you. Thanks in advance. Garry H South Carolina

[@FraserAtSea]

Garry, thanks so much for taking the time to post this - lovely to hear from you. QM2 really is looking beautiful - you’ve picked a true gem for your journey. Have a great trip!

[@garryharriman7349]

@@FraserAtSea I spent 13 years of my RAF career in Scotland and have seen most of it. I love the inner and outer Hebrdies. I wish I had lived there when I left Lossiemouth in 2007. Are you from the Glasgow area? We will view your post at the weekend. It looks great and very informative. Is this how you make your living? If so, very well done, what a great way to earn money!

[@FraserAtSea]

@@garryharriman7349 ah, amazing! I am indeed from Glasgow - well, just outside! I’d love to say KZbin could be full time for me, but just a hobby I have a side earning from - I absolutely love it!

[@garryharriman7349]

@@FraserAtSea Nice wotk, Fraser! Do they serve Irn Brew and fried Mars bars on board? 😂

[@FraserAtSea]

@@garryharriman7349 hahaha, I WISH

[@deidresmith2335]

We are getting on her in Fremantle Australia in February for 10 days....its definitely a bucket list ship for us...cannot wait..thank you for the tour

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, I’m jealous - what a gorgeous part of the world for you - have the best time!

[@fogtownrog]

After watching your video I am sold on doing a transatlantic on Cunard, specifically on the QMII. Your tour was tasteful and elegant which is totally consistent with Cunard’s gracious service and top-cabin service. Kudos to you.

[@FraserAtSea]

Ahh, I’m delighted you’ve enjoyed and got so much benefit from it - thanks so much for watching! Any idea when you’d book for? Exciting!

[@KateS1172]

Absolutely love QM2. My favourite part of the ship was the Observation Deck (Deck 11).

[@FraserAtSea]

I only found that a few days in and was STUNNED at those views crossing the Atlantic - amazing! Thanks so much for watching!!

[@annemacdonald1914]

We are traveling in May across to Southampton! Your tour has been most helpful and being an expat, loved your accent! Celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary ❤️

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, hello! Thanks so much - glad you could understand me, ha! Thanks for watching!!

[@apgx6032]

Thank you for a delightful vlog. It’s nigh on 15 years from when I was last on the QM2 and obviously the refits have left some of the venues quite unrecognisable. Is the beautiful Winter Garden no longer there, it was accessible by walking through the Kings Court buffet? Also if my memory serves me there was also a quirky lift that was kinda on the outside of the ship and an area that had all the iconic photos of when the Hollywood greats travelled by sea? Keep up the good work.

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey, thanks for watching! I never came across a winter garden venue - that sounds lovely! I’m assuming it’s gone - at one end of the buffet is the Grills venues, and the Carinthia Lounge is at the other! There are still nods to the Hollywood greats - I found that stuff fascinating! Thanks so much for watching, and therefore supporting my channel! 😊

[@jnjtiger]

Excellent video. Spectacular ship. Have done two cruises on it. Secret is large ship with reasonable passenger population. Lots of space, if you want it. No shortage of activities. We loved the live music on board, available throughout the day in various venues.

[@FraserAtSea]

Great comment - totally agree! I was surprised at how good the music was on this ship - way better than what I saw on Holland America I think… Thanks for watching!!

[@Holly2017Rascal]

We never thought much about going on a cruise. I just happened to look at an email from a discount cruise travel site. Saw the Canada Short Break on the Queen Mary 2 from Quebec to NY. We talked about it a little but didn’t make a decision one way or the other. My daughter called and said her friend and his mom had just taken on Queen Mary 2 Christmas Caribbean cruise and loved it. They decided to go for Christmas 2024 and they invited her mother-in-law and my husband and I to go too. We booked it last week. So the family will be enjoying Queen Mary 2 for Christmas and New Year’s 2025. Started watching You Tube videos about cruises and saw yours. Sending it to my husband and daughter to view. I was excited but after watching, now I can’t wait for December 2024. Thank you so much for this informative video. What a beautiful ship.

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh wow - what a story! Thanks so much for the positive feedback - I’m so glad you enjoyed! Feel free to subscribe to the channel - I’ve got lots more coming from this ship in a few months time! You’re going to love it on here - she’s gorgeous! Thanks again!

[@Holly2017Rascal]

@@FraserAtSea I have subscribed and look forward to your new videos. We have booked a sheltered balcony. Have not been assigned a cabin yet. I wanted to take a 5 night cruise to see if we would like it but now will be on a 13 night cruise! Feel more confident that we will enjoy the trip after watching your video!😃

[@FraserAtSea]

@@Holly2017Rascal amazing - I’m so glad I can be of service - welcome aboard!!

[@frankrisucci5792]

Fraser! What a great video. Just what I needed to excite me about my TA in June. Thanks so much for all your efforts in making great content.

[@FraserAtSea]

Ah, I’m so happy you enjoyed it - thanks for watching! Please come back and let me know how you enjoy the TA!

[@nrgpokemon5158]

Thank you Fraser! Another brilliant tour! Yes: I’d do this transatlantic (and in December) in a heartbeat. Of course I’d be in ‘steerage’ to afford it, but I don’t care an iota. QM2 is starting to be a bucket list thing for me… though I’ve already done a North Atlantic crossing on Regal Princess (and loved it!!)

[@FraserAtSea]

Don’t worry - I’m also steerage on a ship like this, and it’s still a wonderful experience! I also totally agree about it being a bucket list thing - that’s how I felt about it, and just couldn’t believe when I got to step onboard! 🤯 😊

[@bingbong46]

Another great ship tour thank you . What are you doing now Frazier ? Have watched all your videos on the Frazier at Sea and want to see more so just checking where you now ?? Think I remember you saying OZ was on the horizon . Luv your videos thanks again

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks a lot - great to hear you’re enjoying! I’m back in the ‘real world’ now, but still working my way through the cruise ships of the world! 😊

[@sallyannc3176]

Wow - we're doing that trip next year (after 12 day cruise from New York to Canada and back), can't wait! Have only been on Queen Elizabeth so far (Vancouver -Alaska last Summer) and found it a wonderful experience. Really good tour - thanks.

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, fantastic - you’re going to love this one! I’ve actually got my Queen Elizabeth videos starting very soon - be sure to ‘stay tuned’ if you’re interested in following along 😊

[@tckhoo2207]

A very nicely done video. Probably the most comprehensive walkthrough of the QM2 I've seen with objective views. I particularly found your comment on the lingering scent of cigars and pipes in the Commodore Club very helpful as my wife is very sensitive to this too. Hopefully the opposite corner to the lounge where you went to was relatively odour free, cos that will be where we'll be when we go there. She's a truly beautiful ship, near iconic, and one of a kind left in the world. We've signed up for a Westbound Transatlantic cruise for June next year and are really looking forward to it.

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks very much - what a lovely comment to read on a Friday afternoon! You won’t have an issue over the other side - that’s where the piano is, so there’s fewer seats on that side, so you may need to go a little earlier! There are still loads of other beautiful spots to relax on this ship though - you’re right - a real icon! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment!

[@rowenro7046]

Awesome video. Thank you so much. We’ll be on QM2 in 4 days for 20 days and I now can’t wait after watching your video.

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, you’ll be on for Christmas and New Year - I’m so jealous! Have the best time - she’s looking gorgeous!

[@1104kdd]

Another very thorough video. Appreciated. We are diehard Holland America fans, but I wanted to see this as a point of comparison. And how much it might remind me of the QM1 which my twin and I crossed the Atlantic on, one of its last voyages in 67. Pondering a repeat in 27, 60th anniversary. Interested to see that pets are still catered for. Our cat came with us then. So did the car which was hoisted into and off the ship! I haven't been back to the old ship in Long beach but my brother has. Bound to be some aspects that look better on HAL and vice versa. The outside walk ways and viewpoints look especially amazing on this ship. The Queen Anne (?) probably has more HAL similarities as they are the same basic pinnacle class ship design. Any general comparison comments between the two lines?

[@FraserAtSea]

Hi! Thanks - glad you enjoyed! So there are similarities between them - I’d say that HAL is the American, and more ‘laid back’ version of Cunard, to be honest. I’d also say that QA is most similar to the experience on Rotterdam simply due to ship design. I’ve got lots of QA content coming soon - stay tuned!

[@blueoctopus6]

Liked and subscribed! You are niw one of my fave cruise vloggers and a lovely accent to boot :). Any idea hiw much access to the thermal suite is please?

[@FraserAtSea]

Ooh, thanks so much! I believe it’s $59 for a day pass, which I didn’t think was bad at all. There was also the option to buy for the whole cruise, but I didn’t explore that as didn’t need it! Thanks a lot for subscribing - I REALLY appreciate that - welcome to ‘Fraser at Sea’! 💙

[@TonyAHorbury]

Been on her 3 times including 2 transatlantic. I love everything about her and enjoyed my time so much. My next cruise is not cunard but then im trying queen victoria twice.

[@FraserAtSea]

Yeah, I loved my first experience onboard - she’s so special! QV is the only Cunard ship I haven’t tried - you must report back!

[@mauricelittlewood7369]

Thank you for a splendid video, probably the best I've come across. I was also on board in November, sailing to NYC rather than from it: I prefer the 25-hour day rather than 23!. I just adore the QM2, and have now completed 36 voyages including 22 Transatlantics: also experienced three refits,

[@FraserAtSea]

Maurice, thanks so much for this comment! You’re SUCH an experienced QM2 cruiser - this was my first time onboard, and I can understand your love for her! I do want to do the transatlantic the other way - I’d love the hour going back!

[@FraserAtSea]

Also, thanks so much for watching!

[@lesleynyborg2093]

Fraser, thank you for your wonderful video! My husband and I are sailing the QM2 from NYC to the Caribbean 21 December 2024! We watched your video together! Your video was well put together which we appreciate and heightened our excitement for our upcoming cruise! I have subscribed and maybe we will see you on board one of our cruises this year! We'll buy you a pint!

[@FraserAtSea]

What a lovely comment Lesley - thanks so much! It’s so great to hear when people find my videos useful, so thank you! I’m so jealous you’re cruising on QM2 in December - I had such a brilliant time on there. Stay tuned for my other content from this ship - I’ve got a dining guide coming too!

[@bnice2all]

Wonderful video & much appreciated positivity

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@josweets6309]

Jumped straight on this as soon at I got alerted 🎉Thanks for sharing, good to get a feel for what to expect; keep the videos coming 🥰

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey, thanks so much for watching and following along 😊

[@code4forlife]

Great Video On The QM2. We Will Be On Her Next Year For The 26 Day Northern Lights Cruise Round Trip New York. Have a Great Cruise

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh wow - what a ship for that itinerary - have the best time, and thanks so much for watching!

[@grahampierce9221]

Thank You! In a couple of weeks I'll be taking QM2 on a brief 4 days to Hamburg and back. Hardly time to find my bearings on a ship this big [plus it'll be my first cruise] so this has been enormously helpful. I've watched your video and kept stopping it to consult the deck plans on the Cunard site. If I get lost it won't be your fault!

[@FraserAtSea]

What a lovely comment - thanks so much, and glad you enjoyed it! The 4 nighter will be a lovely intro to a ship like this. Let me know how you get on - enjoy!

[@Pius-XI]

Hope you enjoyed your trip. We're doing to 4 night to Bruges & Rotterdam. Did it around 10 years ago and amazed considering the size of the ship how easily it was to navigate around and see it all in 4 days

[@NeuroticLobster]

Graham, how was the trip from Southampton to Hamburg?

[@GrahamBunker]

@@NeuroticLobster A good introduction to cruising. Unusual, as I hadn't realised it was the last leg of QM2's trans-Atlantic crossing. So quite a few Germans going New York to Hamburg, then picking up people in Hamburg at the start of their 7 day cruise to New York. I suppose they are offering the 4 day cruise to make use of the empty berths due to people ending or starting the transatlantic leg at Southampton. Highlight for me was participating in a 'rehearsal' session in the ballroom with actors from the Royal Shakespeare Company. And the coach tour of Hamburg, reminding me of the city's connection to the Beatles. Impressed with the parking facilities. Drive alongside the ship and your car's safely valet parked within walking distance.

[@NeuroticLobster]

@@grahampierce9221 thanks!

[@joyturnbull-eb8hh]

Great video again Fraser, yet another trip I’d love to do 👍😀

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks Joy. I really enjoyed this one - she’s such a beautiful ship!

[@sabrinaqualley5743]

Enjoyed the tour, and looking forward to 21 days on QM2 in just a few weeks. This will be my first trip on QM2.

[@FraserAtSea]

Ooh, very jealous of that - so much time do taste the food in every venue!!

[@RachelSmith-u4j]

Fantastic video thank you for sharing i was on qm2 in August 4 days loved everything on the ship managed to do everything seen a beautiful sunset to will definitely be doing another cruise next year hopefully

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey, thanks for watching and for taking the time to leave a comment! She’s such a great ship - I was unsure before boarding, but have fallen in love!

[@HelpatHomeJim]

Of course I would love to take a transatlantic cruise aboard QM2. I appreciated your video and the unbiased presentation of information. I'm an American and I got quite a kick out of your accent; very charming.

[@FraserAtSea]

Ahh, thanks very much! Thanks for your kind words - you’re welcome here anytime! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@mytravelwindow3061]

Excellent job on this video! We were so excited to see it. We have booked a QM2 trip for next August to the fjords of Norway. This gave us a great feel for the ship and places we will definitely want to explore. We will have a "sheltered balcony" cabin, and I'm interested to see what we will think of that. Keep up the great work!

[@FraserAtSea]

Ooh, I think that’s those balconies with the big steel surround? That’ll be beautiful! What an itinerary you’ve picked - I did Norway last year (before I properly kicked into the world of KZbin), and it was AMAZING!

[@carolyn6016]

Thank you so much for the tour! You are very good at this.

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks so much, Carolyn!

[@sandraforrest8119]

Wow that is such an elegant ship you needed the week at sea just to be able to see it all Thank you that was a fantastic tour 🚢 I would cruise on the Queen Mary 2 loved the atrium so much and the brass wall amazing

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey Sandra! I agree - this is a ship that I wouldn’t recommend a short trip on - you need a few days to just walk round and appreciate what you’re experiencing! Thanks for watching!!

[@ColinOBear]

Wow! That looked amazing Fraser. I think I would enjoy cruising that for sure. I hope you're having a good Xmas and best wishes for 2024. 🙂❤️

[@FraserAtSea]

She was a beauty! Thanks for watching Colin - Christmas going great so far - I’m always amazed how fast it goes! Merry Christmas to you!!

[@GJALBARR1]

Fraser thanks for another great video! Really enjoyed your touring of the Queen Mary 2. Hope to some day sail on her! My wife and I will be doing a cruise on MSC Euribia, 9 - 16 Feb 2024 out of Southhampton to Northern Europe. We will be staying in Yacht Club suite so will have very nice private areas to enjoy. I am hoping that MSC Euribia is as nice as MSC Virtuosa which I travelled on last December 2022. Yacht club is very nice so I am looking forward to all the special attention. Watching many vloggs on MSC Euribia it seems they are giving really cheap cruise prices and the ship has been very packed which has produced some bad reviews. Well Happy Cruising and keep up the great vloggs!

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, thanks for watching and the positive feedback! I also really enjoy Virtuosa - I’ve been on there quite a few times, and I think she’s maybe my favourite MSC ship so far. It’s funny you say that about Euribia - I’ve heard so much of the same - low fares and high occupancy levels. Please come back and let me know how you get on- I’d love to know!

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, thanks for watching and the positive feedback! I also really enjoy Virtuosa - I’ve been on there quite a few times, and I think she’s maybe my favourite MSC ship so far. It’s funny you say that about Euribia - I’ve heard so much of the same - low fares and high occupancy levels. Please come back and let me know how you get on- I’d love to know!

[@GJALBARR1]

Frasher, will do! I will give you a short run down on how MSC Euribia is. Hope you get a chance to some day do a review of her!

[@stickmonkey8634]

Thanks. I’ll be on a TA in June. Happy to see her looking so good.

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, she’s a beauty! Thanks so much for watching!

[@Pius-XI]

I'm going on a 4 days cruise in December on the QM2...so excited. May I ask you what recording device you have used for this video please?

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey! Thanks so much for watching! I actually used my iPhone to film this 😊 I’m hoping that means you enjoyed it!

[@Pius-XI]

@FraserAtSea Very much so. Thank you for the reply, btw, very kind.

[@Pius-XI]

@@FraserAtSea .

[@memseaman8850]

That was most enjoyable and informative. You simplified a complicated subject. Thank you so much. Now I just need pricing simplified.

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks so much for watching - glad you found it useful! Pricing can be a tricky one - you might find some answers in my other videos, but potentially not!

[@sharlleclerc]

At first, it seemed like you were overhyping, but every part of this ship is truly elegant and beautiful. shout out to detailed and well-written review!

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks for watching - I’m so glad you thought this - she’s a beauty!

[@susanlach3388]

I loved your video Fraser, very nicely filmed and narrated. I do have one nit to pick. You are a soft spoken person and your voice is so mellow I had to put the video on max volume to a blue tooth speaker to hear you. Imagine the unwelcome startle every few minutes when an ad broke in at top volume. I think you need a stronger mic. (& for all the critics out there, I am aware one can pay fees to reduce ads).

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey! Thanks so much for watching, and really valid comment. On the videos that I’m editing now, I’m actually adjusting the base volume to be higher, so should help! It doesn’t seem to be getting fed back by many, but I do appreciate what you mean - sorry if I gave you a heart attack with the ad volume…!! Thanks for taking the time to comment Susan - it’s much appreciated - stay with me 😊

[@brigidconroy2111]

Great review this is our planned carrot bucket list trip when we retire ❤

[@FraserAtSea]

Ahh, thanks for watching! She’s a beauty - you must do it!

[@jimhafer212]

Hamburg Germany to Brooklyn NY this May. Thank You for the video! Helpful!

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, you’re in for such a treat! Thanks so much for watching - have the best trip!

[@armenaldodds3280]

Love Qm2, Will be on her June 9th Back to back, cannot wait 😂. 😊

[@FraserAtSea]

Ahh, jealous of you for that one - enjoy!

[@rmcneill6636]

Great video, thanks! Lots of info re the QM2 that I haven't seen before. Quick question about the Internet Cafe; is there a charge for using the computers there? We're going on the 30-day British Isles trip in 2024, trying to figure out occasional internet access.

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey, thanks very much! So the internet cafe computers aren’t ‘chargeable’ to use, but you do need to log in to your wifi package to browse the internet in here! The 30-day trip will be SO good!

[@mjph89]

Great Full Tour! ❤

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks so much for watching!!

[@JennieLoweCumbria]

Great Video. I noticed that there was a smoking area on deck 8, was there another smoking area? Once again great video.

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey! I actually only noticed this section at the back of the ship - I didn’t see another, but then the cruise I was on was cold weather, so didn’t spend a huge amount of time outside. One of the reasons you’ll find it’s restricted is that the decks are all real wood, so smoking is a really high risk elsewhere… Thanks for watching, and sorry I can’t give you 100% confirmation!

[@STANDREW2]

We did the Transatlantic round trip in July 2023 and it's interesting to see the improved decor following the refit in October.

[@FraserAtSea]

Ahh, I’d love to one day do the round trip. Thanks so much for watching - I’m glad you enjoyed!

[@m.m.4645]

We have cruised with her several times already and it has always been an absolute pleasure. Would really like to cruise with her again soon , but have to wait until 2025 since our cruise calendar is already fully booked for 2024!!

[@FraserAtSea]

What a wonderful problem to have - I do totally understand how that feels! She’s an absolute stunner!

[@m.m.4645]

Oh yes, luxury problems! 😉 But one day for sure we will cruise with her again ❤️

[@FraserAtSea]

@@m.m.4645 I certainly hope so - will keep everything crossed for you!

[@m.m.4645]

Awww, that is so nice, thank you!🙋 Have a wonderful Christmas time! 🌲

[@robertcreacall638]

I enjoy the Hugh library on Queen Mary 2 love it❤

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, me too - it’s stunning, isn’t it?

[@jeffross5424]

i'm sure it has been mentioned...the reliefs along the hallway are fibreglass, not brass which would be too heavy...great video of my favourite ship!!

[@jeffross5424]

...oh...did you find homer simpson?

[@FraserAtSea]

Ahh, thanks for watching, and thanks for commenting 😊

[@FraserAtSea]

Also, I did indeed find Homer! 😂

[@FreeSpirited66]

Thank you, that was very good. We're going in July, Transatlantic, first time on QM2. I really want to try the hot tubs and hope they're not too busy, also the Pavilion pool. I love saunas too.

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey! I’d imagine the decks will be a bit busier in July as you’ll probably get much better weather - it was freezing a few days during my time onboard, so only the brave explored the outside. I can confirm that sauna’s lovely in a colder day though!!

[@thegreatgroucho]

Thanks for posting, but what part of the ship has had the re-fit? She looks exactly the same on the previous sailings I have made on her.

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks for watching! So I wasn’t onboard before the refit, but from what I could gather, it was just a total freshening up that she got for this refit!

[@FraserAtSea]

I’ve got vlogs coming up soon from this ship - they may help too!

[@trainsandships]

Thanks very much for posting this video. She was beautiful ship. I didn't know that she is smaller than many Princess ships. I like her better than new ship, Queen Anne. I hope to take Transatlantic cruises with her. She looks more like old classic ships. Do they still require suit on formal gala night? I found out they have about 15 single cabins. I like indoor pool and atrium. Are swimming pool heated? Thanks

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks for watching! In terms of the formal nights, yes - suit needed for them! I think the swimming pools are heated - certainly the indoor one anyway. That said, I didn’t try the outdoor ones - was a bit chilly coming across the Atlantic in December, haha!

[@global.explorer]

I’ve booked a sailing in July to Norwegian fjords. The only reason I booked the cruise was for an ocean liner experience.

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh wow - that’s going to be stunning on a ship like QM2 - she’s designed to connect you to the ocean, so what an experience Norway will be!

[@mayavandoorn261]

What is my favorite venue on this ship? I've seen so many, I cannot make a choice. But lots of details I loved. For example the curtains, they klook so pretty and make the place feel homely. Not the cold windowframe I've seen so far. And then the matrasses on the loungers. The blannkets, the spa. I just see one solution...I have to make a cruise n this ship! When? I don't know but I have to win the lottery first I guess. I wish you a merry Christmas and enjoy your time at home with family and friends. 💝🎄🎁

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey! Oh I know, she’s a beauty of a ship - that’s for sure! I look forward to you making it onboard 😊 Thanks so much for the Christmas wishes - same back to you! ♥️ 🎄

[@andrewhalket4129]

Great video - difficult to pick out what has been upgraded! You keep on saying you haven't seen so and so on a *cruise ship* before... you know what is wrong about that statement! ;) Anyway, would love to go on it again; Queen Anne next...which IS a cruise ship...

[@FraserAtSea]

Ha, this comment made me laugh. I know - it’s a slip of the tongue, ha! In my defence, my intro on this video saves me as I refer to it properly as an ocean liner… 😂

[@BlaineShire]

I am going on QM II next year from London to NYC after Royal Ascot!

[@FraserAtSea]

This will be amazing - what a British trip!

[@BlaineShire]

@@FraserAtSea yes I am starting off in Scotland then to London and then QM2.

[@Jan-mt8zp]

I want t o go !!! Aaahhh one day. God willing Years ago short cruise on Royal Carribean😅 this no. Comparison

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh, I’d really recommend it! If you’re based in the U.K., you can actually do short cruises on Cunard sometimes! Thanks for watching!

[@travelswithlizzie]

Just booked our 1st Cunard cruise on the QM2 for 28 nights next year ❤️🛳️

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh wow - that’s quite the first time with Cunard - enjoy!!

[@carolr9301]

Hi Fraser. Hope you had a great voyage? Did you find the layout confusing?

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey! Had a really great cruise - there’s something just SO relaxing about the Transatlantic! For the first few days, I did find the layout confusing to be really honest, but it’s always funny how quickly a new ship becomes ‘the norm’ for you. A few days in, I was totally at home on here!

[@GlobalAdventurer]

Thank you for this review. Did you actually stay on this ship? If so, which type of room did you book and which deck? I have 3 bookings on this ship in solo ocean view rooms on Decks 2 and 3. I was lucky to get those as they go pretty fast. Good to know so many venues are on these decks!

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey! I did indeed - I was on for the 7 night Eastbound Transatlantic from New York! I stayed in an inside cabin - I’ll have a room tour coming to my channel in a while - stay tuned! The ocean views will be great - I didn’t book early enough for one of them…!!

[@GlobalAdventurer]

@@FraserAtSea Thank you for replying. Looking forward to your cabin review. Personally l, I'm only traveling on this ship to basically get across the pond and back and do a few cruises while I'm over there. I'll be only eating in the buffet and room service 😀

[@FraserAtSea]

@@GlobalAdventurer the room service was good - don’t worry! I’ve actually just finished editing my first Queen Elizabeth video going live tomorrow - stay tuned for that to see more of Cunard!

[@GlobalAdventurer]

@@FraserAtSea Thanks 👍

[@kathyhorstman7909]

​@@GlobalAdventurer, if you don't want to dress up at all in the evening, you can also eat in the Golden Lion pub and in the Carinthia Lounge.

[@hollandr71]

Hi Fraser, great video. Did you find the glass lift? Think I saw it on Suite Natured video..

[@FraserAtSea]

I did indeed - meant to message you! It’ll feature on my ‘top to do’s’ video - stay tuned. It’s STUNNING!

[@hollandr71]

@@FraserAtSea Cant wait! Really looking forward to our cruise on her... shame its a year n half away!!

[@marcwood5895]

Great video Fraser. Did you have the WiFi package? What was it like?

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks so much! I did indeed - I purchased the premium internet for about $190 for 7 days. It was decent - always connected at least, but certainly not the fastest on offer out there…!

[@frankpicillo9527]

Hi!!! Great video!! I have been following you for a while...love your videos!!! I have a question that I don't seem to find answers anywhere....maybe you can help🤔 we're planning a Med .cruise on QM in the fall. We are not drinkers...maybe 1 cocktail once in a while. We love wine and bubbly...when you get the wine pkg ...and you have a glass a bubbly in the bar...do they keep the same bottle for the next day and serve flat bubbly to us or the actually serve fresh? I know it's a silly question....but nobody has considered this!!! THANKING YOU ❤❤❤LOVE FROM MONTREAL❤

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey, thanks so much for watching! I’ve never had a wine package onboard, but know that overall drinks packages might be best for you, if it’s bubbly you’re drinking. If you’re buying a set number of bottles, I guess they’d need to try to preserve what you don’t drink? However, maybe best asking the cruise line - it’s a good question!!

[@frankpicillo9527]

@@FraserAtSea THANKS FOR YOUR REPLY😍!! I will phone customers service!!

[@BlaineShire]

Is there a Walmart on the QM 2?

[@FraserAtSea]

Not exactly 😂

[@BlaineShire]

@@FraserAtSea LOL!!!!

[@laurenjayne23]

Do you think the Cunard ships are a bit dated for a more premium cruise? I know it’s traditional and classy but just wondered if the decor seems as luxurious as some other more modern cruise lines?

[@FraserAtSea]

Really good question. It’s VERY different to what you’d find on, for example, the new celebrity ships, but I’d argue their cruise product is fundamentally different. I’ve really enjoyed both QE and QM2 this year, and feel they offer premium, traditional, British luxury really well. Very good question! Have you tried either?

[@laurenjayne23]

@@FraserAtSea That makes sense. I suppose you can appreciate them in different ways. I’ve not tried either but want to try different cruise lines!

[@WallaseyanTube]

Have they replaced or fixed the seats in the Planetarium?

[@FraserAtSea]

I didn’t see any with any problems, and found them to be really comfy. I’d assume they’ve fixed them?

[@WallaseyanTube]

@@FraserAtSea It was not that they were not comfy; many of the seats had broken reclining mechanisms.

[@barrieshepherd7694]

@@WallaseyanTube I read in another Press Release that they have all been replaced with working seats.

[@WallaseyanTube]

@@barrieshepherd7694 Thank you.

[@tamiw1903]

Can't go wrong with an Earl Grey cuppa ESPECIALLY WITH double bergamot... good ship showcase... European cuisine primarily correct?

[@FraserAtSea]

You know how to do it!! Yeah, I’d say so, but still a good mix - I was surprised to see a whole late night snack buffet of German food one night!

[@tamiw1903]

Idk what is considered German besides streudle..

[@m.m.4645]

Strudel is an Austrian food.

[@tamiw1903]

Cool thanks for the correction... Isn't the main language in Austria - German?... Easy error to make ...

[@m.m.4645]

It sounds like German, but is a very special sort of. A bit like a dialect, close to Bavarian. People that speak proper German, socalled "High German" definitely need subtitles 😉

[@globetraveller2515]

This is one of the best and most comprehensive reviews of the QM2. Please though, try not to refer to her as a ‘cruise ship’. She is the last remaining Ocean Liner in service. She is designed completely differently to a cruise ship with a long bow, deep draft, thick steel, high waterline, and speeds up to 38 knots. Cruise ships aren’t anything like this and max out at 15 knots. Please familiarize yourself with the differences and the unique design by Dr Stephen Payne. Thank you. 🙏

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey, thanks a lot for watching, and thanks for your comment. If I’ve called it a cruise ship in the voiceover, I’ll kick myself now - I’ve done lots of reading on the QM2, so don’t worry! Thanks again for watching!

[@globetraveller2515]

@@FraserAtSea Thanks Fraser. You’re doing great. 👍

[@FraserAtSea]

@@globetraveller2515 thanks a lot! 😊

[@johnngai4561]

How were you able to film the entire ship with no people around?

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks for watching! By getting up verrrry early a few days of my cruise, haha!

[@brigidconroy2111]

❤

[@danduke2865]

I find it strange you keep referring to the Queen Mary 2..saying Givon certain amenities that are found… Im surprised how old this ship is…..😮

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks for watching! She’s a beautiful ship, isn’t she?

[@WallaseyanTube]

The problem with the Red Lion is that the food is made to American tastes, not to British standards.

[@WallaseyanTube]

There were a few issues I noted at the start of the year. You might be able to verify that they have been resolved: - Broken window on deck 7 at the entrance to the spa area opposite the reception - Very shoddy repair made in the lift in staircase D; I can not remember which lift it was but one of them had a very poor temporary repair made near the flor. - Notable black stains on the backs and side of furniture throughout the Commodore and Corinthian lodges.

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey! Unfortunately I’m not on the ship anymore - I was only on for 7 nights. I can confirm that she’s looking beautiful, but can’t confirm the specific repairs below unfortunately - sorry!

[@WallaseyanTube]

@@FraserAtSea Never mind, I am sure others will comment if there is still a problem.

[@pobinr]

No need for distracting music. I'm here for information not music. Oh it's only in the intro. Good

[@FraserAtSea]

Hello! Thanks for watching! In my earlier KZbin days, I used to put music over everything, but have learned lots of people don’t like that, so don’t do it anymore 😊 Hope you enjoyed!

[@martynmiller4247]

Despite your early comment, QM2 is a liner, not a "cruise ship"...

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks for watching - don’t worry - an innocent slip of the tongue!

[@Garry_Bass]

Love your videos, even with that ridiculous accent :) And that's coming from a Southern shandy drinking fairy. Joking of course sir.

[@FraserAtSea]

Ha, I was NEARLY offended there, haha! Thanks so much for watching!!

[@williammcfarlane4681]

Thanks for this but QM2 is NOT a cruise ship it is a liner.

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey, thanks for watching! Yeah, I tried to cover that in my intro at the start of the video. Worth flagging though!

[@danduke2865]

And please , stop referring to this as a cruise ship. It is not a cruise ship. It is an ocean liner. There is a vast difference between the two.

[@FraserAtSea]

Don’t worry - slip of the tongue!

[@bakkenta1]

He opened calling it an ocean liner - then used cruise ships to differentiate these accommodations.

[@watchtellyinuk]

What's worse than a Scot selling crap on a channel. And having to listen top him for 45 minutes???? At 14:00 it's NOT a cruise ship!!!!!! It's an Ocean LINER!

[@FraserAtSea]

Oops - slight slip of the tongue - thanks for the comment. Don’t worry though - I’m of the ocean liner mindset too 😉 😂