Exploring Bergen and trying Aranya on Cunard Queen Anne | Cruise to the Norwegian Fjords - Episode 3

We’re back from our adventure on the Cunard Queen Anne, the newest ship from Cunard Line, and we were on her maiden cruise to the Norwegian Fjords!
Join us in our first port, Bergen, where we explore the city and stop for some beers, very expensive beers at around £10/$12 for a large one. We also have a light lunch at the Bergen Fish Market.
The walk from the cruise port into the centre only takes about 20 minutes, its mostly flat and quite easy to walk.
This evening, we dined in Aranya, a new speciality Indian restaurant exclusive to Queen Anne and costs $31.50 per person.
Designed to delight and surprise, Aranya (meaning forest or wilderness in Sanskrit) will take you on a sensory tour of the Indian subcontinent with playful interpretations of classic Indian cuisine.
Where you choose to take your taste buds to is up to you, be it the sprawling bazaars of Delhi, the lush green pastures of Kerala, or perhaps the golden sands of Goa. At Aranya, every evening is a new adventure and you’re at the helm.
Warm papadams dipped into fruity chutneys. Fluffy rice, perfumed with fragrant cardamon. Delicately spiced sauces that flood your palate with flavour. Whatever you choose, quintessential Indian flavours are creatively reimagined with an original Aranya twist.
Did it live up to expectations? Watch to find out!
We had an early night tonight, ending in the Golden Lion.
We hope you enjoy this episode of our Cunard Queen Anne series. Stay tuned for our next episode in Flam.
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[@FraserAtSea]

Great video guys - that thermal suite looks awesome! One thing I've noticed in your footage is that the ship doesn't really look busy - did you find quite a good passenger/space ratio on here? Really enjoying this series!

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Thanks! Yeah, i was quiet everywhere and when busy there were still seats, think Cunard have thought about the passenger to space ratio unlike other brands that cram them on. I think we were 200 short of full capacity from memory!

[@Nozanne123]

Watched it the food in this video start to finish looks amazing Luke your fish burger looks more amazing now watching your next video

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Thanks so much 😀

[@Philippa-]

Just got off Queen Anne . Loved her. Loved your video reminding me of my time onboard

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Awww glad you loved her, we did too 🥰

[@carmelshepherd6739]

Food looks amazing and your filming is so good ❤

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Yay! Thank you! All filed and edited on a iPhone

[@patriciamorash2763]

Bergen looked wonderful. A cruise to Norway is on my future wish list.

[@CruiseMonkeys]

It’s amazing 🤩

[@Lol-us3bn]

Loved your video guys. Queen Anne looks a beautiful ship so different yet so cunard ❤. Can't wait till we're on her in 2026 !!. We felt nostalgic watching you in Bergen. We went there on Queen Victoria in 2018 and had a look back at our photos after watching you. The Aranya meal looked beautiful 😍

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Glad you enjoyed it! She really is a fabulous ship! Have a wonderful time 😀 aranya was lovely

[@brigidconroy2111]

❤❤ the fjords are calling

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Ohhh yess 😍

[@dospalmascb]

Love your videos! thanks for sharing

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Glad you like them!

[@orchardmakeup7078]

It seems really quiet on board. Looks lovely. 😍

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Was near full capacity but there a great space to passenger ratio so never feels crowded

[@janemayhew1442]

Hi both, Another great video,and interesting look around Bergen, so clean.only 2weeks until we go on Queen Anne😊

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Thank you! Ohhh not too long at all now! Hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

[@NamyDoesCruising]

The Commodore Club looks beautiful! 😍 and that drinks package sounds pretty good to include all those drinks! 🥤 🍷 Poor Gavin having to switch to non-alcoholic drinks 🙁 maybe you should have joined him Luke?! 😉

[@CruiseMonkeys]

It really is a nice venue, one of our faves! Hahaha… yeah it’s a pretty good package but pricy!

[@mauricelasker4763]

Great blog, loved the style

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Thanks so much!

[@eddiemac436]

You guys are great 😊

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Thank you!

[@PRS8124]

Watching this video while on the Queen Anne in Barcelona this evening. What a beautiful ship it is. Btw, no hoodies for us, it hit 36* today 🥵

[@CruiseMonkeys]

It sure is! Enjoy your cruise 😀

[@ChrisLundNorway]

Hit me up the next time you’re here, I’ll show you the real Bergen 😊

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Oh that would be fab! 😊

[@leehickey1941]

Hey quick question please, can you wear shirt, jacket but with jeans of an evening?

[@CruiseMonkeys]

On casual nights yes. If they’re like black, cream, grey or chinos, no denim though. 👍 On gala nights a suit or proper trousers are definitely best.

[@GraemeRhind]

Can you please tell us how much you paid for your lunch in Bergen P.S fab video 🥰

[@CruiseMonkeys]

The two beers, 1 salad and 1 soup came to 700 NOK or £52.14 😀

[@TonyG-gk7qr]

I am sure the waiter didn’t say “shove it in your gob”! Unless he was referring to something else 😂👿

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Hahahahaha

[@brigidconroy2111]

Definitely would never do a maiden cruise AFTER watching your vlog would consider the Queen Anne but based on various maiden stories QA came across as a disaster and had crossed her off Of course NORWAY makes everything look better

[@CruiseMonkeys]

Yeah, we stay away from maidens, give them a few weeks to run in. Arvia was the same, but time we got on it was ok

[@johnhenfrey5936]

Another fab video lads, back in Bergen next May on Britannia. Just booked a cruise back on Ventura late October to Spain and France. Quick question would you prefer, Sindhu or Aranya?