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Cunard: 8 Things You Didn’t Know You Needed To Know!

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I discuss the things about Cunard Cruise Line that I kept finding people misunderstand, or do not realise about the cruise line. There are many cruising myths about Cunard among cruise passengers that I discuss, dispel, or explain why they may be only partly right. Cunard is not what most people think it is. I discuss topics including why despite being a very British line they use the US dollar and not the British Pound. Find out why and 7 other things you didn't know you needed to know.

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00:00 Start
00:27 Not that British?
02:11 Itinerary differences?
03:13 Too class based?
04:49 Unique ships?
05:45 Iconic features?
07:00 Signature activities?
08:21Too dressy?
09:42 Who's on board?

20 Comments

@FraserAtSea 3 years ago

The dress code point has always been my bone of contention with Cunard. However, after doing more cruises, I do now appreciate a cruise line who enforces a dress code - I’d be sad to see formality leave Cunard - hopefully they keep to it!

@Sushi2735 3 years ago

❤❤❤❤❤ Love dressing up and seeing men in Tux or Dinner Jackets. So very civilized in a horribly crass world.

@jacquelyns9709 3 years ago

Years ago when Queen Elizabeth II was doing the Transatlantic crossings, you could book passage for paired sailings that allowed you to spend weeks in the British Isles and then return to the US on the ship. No flying involved. And there was a cost savings involved. It was on my dream list.

@marge2980 3 years ago

I want the fancy dress code, it's wonderful and novel. I'm tired of seeing casual clothing all the time, as a Gen Z-er.

@bibiberlin6220 3 years ago

I've just booked a cruise BECAUSE of the dress code. I am beyond bored looking at everyone in hoodies and jeans. I am going to dress up and a huge part of the excitement is choosing all the outfits. I am sick of going to restaurants and hotels where the waiters and staff look 20 times smarter than the guests. I am going to get my glam on!

@martinconnerty1201 3 years ago

As a teenager in the 1990s, I loved formal evenings on the QE2. I felt so grown up and the ladies were stunning.

@apgx6032 2 years ago

I haven’t cruised for a number of years so I’m so very glad the dress code is still maintained for Gala nights.

@maggiegarber246 2 years ago

I went to enough lectures on the QM2 transatlantic crossing, about WW2 in the Transatlantic, that I got a certificate from Oxford.

@Paisly17 2 years ago (edited)

I have travelled with Cunard a couple of times and have never used any cash let alone US cash. It’s the best cruise line in the world and caters for a clientele that prefers roller coasters to stay in theme parks. 😊

@robertlarsen5979 3 years ago

I remember as a child we would have to dress in our church clothes to fly on an airplane.
My family and I were on the second Atlantic crossing of the QE2 in the 60's, quite different than today.

@ashleymeggan 3 years ago

My 6 yr old is obsessed with ocean liners. It started with Titanic, but has since grown to encompass the entire industry. He’s built Lusitania and Mauritania. A friend tried to draw him the Titanic and he was like “no, it only has one funnel, that would be the Carpathia.” I have no idea what started all of this, but he’s genuinely passionate about this. We’ve cruised and on a “not really for kids” line - Celebrity - he loved it. I was planning on taking him on a Royal Caribbean Cruise bc they are VERY kid oriented, one of the new Oasis Class ships to be specific. He is INSISTENT that he would prefer to do one of the Cunard ships. I think he would love everything about this. Afternoon tea, all of it. He WANTS to travel on a very formal, old school ocean liner.

How is the casino? The casino is my spa on a cruise. How is the gaming?

@croberts709 3 years ago

You forgot to mention the kennel on QM2! The only way you can get your pet across the Atlantic without flying. Even without a dog or cat, it's fun to go up and see them in the exercise area.

@apgx6032 3 years ago

So sad that the dress code is dropping. I always welcomed dressing up for dinner and that feeling of being a little special on holidays. I also really enjoyed watching everyone else being that little special too. It was all part of Cunard’s charm and a wonderful throw back to the golden age of travel.

@mrangelini3903 1 year ago (edited)

As a Canadian, I definitely feel a bit more comfortable on cunard. Well we do get a lot of American influence. Canada is definitely more British than American. I really enjoyed the crossing from Southampton to New York. Way better than flying. Luckily for somebody in my early '40s I have the time. I also like the fact that I'm not forced to buy one of the grill sweets or something. If you don't, you get access to enough to make the transit line of crossing phenomenal anyways.

@struggle_bus74 3 years ago

Gala Nights are my favorite nights on a cruise.

@joedavenport5293 3 years ago

I wanna do a transatlantic cruise on the Queen Mary 2 one day!

@365vacay 1 year ago

Thanks for this. My husband and I have a 40-night cruise booked on Cunard on Queen Elizabeth. I was concerned about the formal dress, as I don't feel comfortable "dressing up." Hell, I needed him to even clarify what "trousers" are. Now, if I could just wear my Converse (Chucks) in the dining room, I will be set. 😂

@terrifromm5085 3 years ago

Cunard is definitely on my list. Can’t wait for this fabulous experience. Thank you for another great video.

@stevelaing8335 2 years ago

My wife and I just returned from a 10 Alaska run with QE2. Overall, great value and Gary, thanks for your insights. The last time I'd been on the QE was 1963, so I was intrigued to see how things have developed over this long interlude. The ship itself was great especially the art deco throughout. The 10 day itinerary for Alaska was the best we've experienced (previously 7 days on Princess). We were the last two to book a cabin on a full ship with only an interior available. Kudos to Cunard for upgrading us to restricted view. Dress code - right on Gary, but resisting the tide of the Walmart/Target set has/is no doubt a reality. My biggest let down was the dining experience at Britannia restaurant. We were not used to food order first with a haphazard wine steward availability next for drinks. As well, dinner by the staff came across as a rushed affair to get us in, served and get us out. Finally, on more some occasions, we found the dinner serving staff less than friendly (more focused on getting the order done) and on a couple of occasions somewhat surly. We do not want to lessen those who were professional and accommodating. But this was the biggest letdown from 1963. Otherwise the overall experience and value was good except the food itself was no contest to Celebrity.

@PAS-16 1 month ago

I took Queen Mary from NY to Southhampton last fall. I had a lovely time, learned to play bridge, enjoyed the talks and even won at Bingo. I especially enjoyed the spa pool every afternoon. I arrived rested and refreshed when I arrived in the UK. It was the first leg of a month long journey and probably my favorite part.