It’s not so much that Cunard is “older” as that it is consciously “retro”- they aspire to keep “the Golden Age of Travel” alive. The ship’s decor reflects that, but so too is the dress code necessary to preserve that ambience. I think the entertainment also reflects this-more lectures and classical music. Also they must be one of the only lines that have real libraries on their ships! Personally I love it-the same way I loved travelling on the Orient Express and the Pride of Africa trains.

In my 30s I was a cruise operations coordinator for several cruise lines, including Cunard, for two large travel companies here in North America. I did all of this from my desk in Boston, Massachusetts. We were the largest booking agency for Cunard on the North American Continent. I was given a transatlantic crossing on the QE2. I found later that I was booked into princess grill, so I went to Keyzers, a wonderful men’s clothing store near Harvard University in Harvard Square. I bought a tuxedo and I got red, white, and black, matching bow ties and cummerbunds for my transatlantic cruise. I loved the experience of this transatlantic crossing! It draws an entirely different crowd than you get on a 7 day, 7 port cruise. A rockstar, whose wife was too pregnant to fly, but they wished for their child to be born in England, a world-class, tap dancer, who is no longer with us, that got a bit bored on the second day out, so he decided to give tap dancing lessons in the Queen’s ballroom, for free, and a star trek captain, who was rather shy, and mostly kept to himself. A transatlantic crossing is an entirely different world! Other than river cruising, it’s the only cruise that I shall ever do again! 😸

I’m a 32 year old cruiser, and had my first experience with Cunard last year onboard Queen Elizabeth for 2 weeks as we transmitted the Panama Canal. I found the ship to be quiet ALL the time - even the middle of the afternoon on a sea day! Good to see you covering a ship like this - really enjoyed this video!

Great video! We are a couple in our early 30’s but are definitely old souls. Love reading, antique shopping, afternoon tea and just chilling out in a more elegant environment. I was a bit worried about booking a Cunard cruise as I still thought we might stand out and be seen as a little strange but I think you’ve convinced me. Queen Mary to New York I think. The Queen Anne looks incredible too, modern but still super classy! Would love to see a video of either the queen Mary or Anne 👍

We loved our experience on Queen Elizabeth..actually preferred the refined atmosphere and guests that knew how to travel in a relaxed manner.

Cunard sounds perfect. My idea of hell is a week of twerking, hooting and hollering, drunk, loud, party types. My fave cruise so far was Regent Seven Seas around the Med. So peaceful and relaxing. Plush everything and the food was amazing. I loved it. Did RC around Singapore and Thailand, that was ok too. I think I’ll give Cunard a go. 👍

Oh wow Lucy, only a year ago I started watching your videos to help me achieve my dream and guess what- i am now working on Queen Victoria! It’s a pity I didn’t see you as I am currently onboard 🤗😍Glad you enjoyed it and hope to see you sometime again! 👍🏻

As a regular Cunard cruiser I agree with everything you said. However you didn't mention the quality/standard of the guest speakers and the differences between Britannia, Princess and Queen's Grill classes. People new to Cunard need to know about the class divides.

Lucy, thanks for a lovely video! Whether vlog or narrated-in-post, it's fine with me (although if you're out in port, vlogs are of course better). I'm glad you enjoyed Cunard, and btw while I know you enjoyed Virgin the best (both working on and cruising on), I do get a sense of surprised-happiness in your voice regarding this experience. And who knows, in a few years you may find yourself taking another one-week Cunard cruise (to relax, decompress, etc.)? Take care, Fair Winds, and stay warm up there sweetie! 😀

really lovely review. Doing my first Cunard sailing (7-nights, round-trip out of NYC to Boston/Halifax) and am... both excited and nervous. I'm SO not a dress-up kinda guy but I love the idea of stepping back in time and enjoying something a bit more sedate than what I've experienced on Carnival, Norwegian, etc. I very much enjoyed everything about this review... you get to the point, you're honest, and you keep things moving at a great pace.

Particularly interesting video, Lucy so thanks for that! My wife and I (58& 60) only started cruising in 2014 and have only done Cunard cruises, except that we tried Celebrity (Silhouette) 2 years ago. I found your video very insightful and similar to what we have experienced. For us, ( 'older souls' 😂) Cunard is perfect - quieter, more laid back, a bit dressier - a bit 'classier' dare I say? We also like it for the good gluten-free food offer; it's far, far better than Celebrity offered us. We are also looking forward to seeing how Queen Anne subtly moves things more into the current vibe, without disrupting what makes Cunard good (for us). It would also be fascinating to see you experience a QM2 transatlantic trip!

@KMShaffer

2 ай бұрын

Right On. Classy, elegant and relaxed = CUNARD! Probably more intellectually stimulating vs. the constant loud Dance Party scene of others. More appreciative of finer things, abeit appearing quite Slower in appearance to a younger generation with short attention spans, it's actually a very full and satisfying experience. Would I have enjoyed it during my youth? Maybe not so much on some levels, but the Awe Factor would have made it clear it was special. Plus, intergenerational mingling is fantastic and healthy for all.

Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic in December is spectacular, as the ship is all done up for Christmas. And yes Cunard is about ambiance, the enrichment program, just relaxing with a more traditional tone. I've done 4 Transatlantics and loved them all.

Great vid. Extremely Helpful!

You did a great job Lucy! Great video and very informative.

The Dress Code. I would have to challenge your opinion there - people tend to cruise Cunard in part because of the dress code (regardless of their age) and regulars tend to make sure they stick to it after 5. It is usually people who've never been with the line before who flaunt the rules and let the side down, which are even more lax now than before Covid. What people are a bit tired of are the "gala night" (formally formal night) themes, and so depending on the cruise and demographic the percentage who embrace the theme varies. Given it was a 4-night cruise (of two 2-night segments) prior to the world cruise starting, there was a huge difference in the passengers and is probably not an accurate representation as there were those who'll have embarked Southampton and disembarked Hamburg; those who embarked Hamburg, and disembarked Southampton; and those who did the full 4-nights before continuing onto the world cruise. Naturally those who were only doing either 2-night segment would want to try to pack light and may not have necessarily brought a "proper" formal wear with them.

Always enjoy your posts!

But remember..., the ""Older Cliental" today, we are people that grew up with artists such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Tina Turner.....

@sharongates4699

2 ай бұрын

And might I add Queen, The Who, etc. etc. Rock on!

Great review! I love the idea of the classes that are taught! I’m looking forward to the next one!

Great video Lucy loved it.

Lucy! I’m joining this ship in April! So happy you’ve done a video so I can see my new temporary home ❤

Thank you, Lucy! I board the Queen Victoria on MONDAY (01-22)! I specifically decided on Cunard for the very reasons you mentioned; it is quiet... not so 'in my face'. And the prospect of sailing the Panama Canal on my 65th birthday sealed the deal. Your entire litany of videos is as enjoyable as they are informative. Continued success to you.

@woofolliesmydog8628

5 ай бұрын

Panama Canal is one of my bucket list items too! Have a great cruise!!! ❤

Great video. I was on the same cruise but I left the ship in Hamburg. It was the first time on the Victoria, but I‘ve been several times on the Queen Mary. I love the style and ambience on the Cunard ships and wish that this will be continued for many many years.

So good to see you! Love your videos! And you saw Jordan!!! Miss both your faces! I’m so excited for Cunard and the new ship 🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 here’s hoping I’ll get to more than just see it. I had no idea what to truly expect from Cunard. Your video made me even more excited! Such a beautiful ship. I can’t wait!

Perfect video. This one is my favorite Cubnard has been a bucket list adventure for me. Please make more of this content. on Cunard.

Good job, enjoyed your opinion and your honesty.❤

Cunard sounds a great for me. I like quiet places and relaxing days. I love slower paced things. I'm in my 40s and all the fancy elegant slower paced vacations are what I look for. Thank you for this review. Cunard is now on my lost to try. Your video was great quality was good especially when you went to your phone.

Enjoyed this video. very interesting and entertaining.

Oh yes, the MQ2. Being an Ocean Liner she is in a class of her own.

Thanks, that was a really fun video!

Always enjoy your videos

Thank you Lucy for another great video. From Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

lovely, thats my kind of cruise. so great thank you

We love you, Lucy! ❤

Thanks for the video. I am doing two Queen Mary 2 crossings, my first in May. I am so anxious to see the ship. I am cruising to Europe doing to transatlantic then Norway and returning on Cunard. The cruise is about the same as flying one way first class plus I get 7 days on a cruise. Can't wait to see more on the ship.

Great video, enjoyed Queen Victoria, but loved virgin, cruising with virgin again this year. I’m in my 70s so your comments are spot on!

There is the Queen's Grill, Princess Grill, Britannia Club Dining Room. There are three formal nights on transatlantic crossings.

@malcolmmaclean9380

5 ай бұрын

Those grill rooms are only available if you have booked the matching cabin, sorry I mean stateroom 😮

Thank you Lucy! Being an older woman that looked a bit too stuffy for me.😂 If I ever get myself on a cruise ship I’m leaning towards Virgin Voyages.

I had an auditon with Cunard a few days ago for cruise staff. I noticed that they were very classist in who they chose. All the northerners, working class and the more extroverted ones were asked to apply to P&O (interviews in Manchester) but the sweet, well spoken and quieter ones were chosen for Cunard

Great video Lucy! The video quality with your phone was better than the camera.

Great overview video Lucy! Please please please consider organizing a meet and greet cruise for your subscribers. It would be amazing to cruise with you!!

At 77 years old it seemed the ship would be dull. Enjoyed the video

I love working in Cunard ❤

I was working on the QV at the sometime you were onboard the ship😎

Great video, Lucy. Even with the change to your phone, I could see and hear you very well.

Another wonderful vlog! I do not said anything. I would never have known the difference of one camera to the other. I'm hook line and sinker a Lucy fan! 🥰 Really hope someday I get to meet you.

I did Cunard (Queen Victoria) in 2019, I sailed August 23 - September 06 which overlapped school time, this meant I was one of about 20 people under the age of 25. And I loved the ship and vacation sm! Btw, I was 15 at the time :D

LOL! Be thankful it was cold in Hamburg! Otherwise you may have seen "things" that you would never be able to un-see! LOL! Great presentation! Thanks! 😎😎😎

As a follow on Lucy. I thought your video quality was better from your iphone, and the audio was very good too. Over-all, Content and Technical Quality was excellent. Thank you. Spoolbox

We had a good time on Queen Victoria and have done QM2 a few times. Loved these trips and so different to Royal Caribbean- we have been on Symphony and Wonder. Next week we are on Norwegian Bliss.

I love your videos ❤

Yahoo... I see myself there. Thank you Lucy. I was so happy to see you. I am the woman of mid year.. I guess you remember me. 😊

On formal night on QM2 at the MDR they told the guy in front of me if you want to eat here you need to go upstairs to the store and buy a tie.

Cunard my favourite, had a great party time ❤

Hello Lucy, If I cruised I would be a Cunad fan (I'm old). I Love all your Vlogs. Have you moved from you latest position (not in a shop). I thought you were looking after passengers on board (or something like that). Great to see Queen Victoria, I wonder if there is much difference between QV (A Cruise ship) and Queen Mary 2 (The last Ocean Going Ship). I't's a bit late now, but I wish you a Happy New Year. Spoolbox,

I personally love Cunard I’ve sailed on all the 3 ships each time having a great experience. But it comes down to what you like we just love to chill for a few weeks, and yes it’s more relaxed than people think.

We’re going on the Queen Victoria on 20th Mat - Istanbul to Rome. I’ve been other cruises - hated the Carnival 1. I think I’m going to love Cunard!

Never been on Cunard but the Sea Day Afternoon Tea on Princess is very good. I managed to do a ship tour and lunch on the QE2 😋

I did the Hamburg 5 nights on the Cunard Queen Mary 2. I'm in my 50s and loved it! There was lots of entertainment but I would agree it might be the most exciting for youngsters. For instance there are quizzes, the planetarium, talks, art gallery and library and gym/spa. Evening entertainment was Motown hits etc. Kids and teenagers would probably be bored. There was nightclubs/dancing though for those who like to boogie the night away. My family wanted to have dinner every night in the Britannia but I personally found the menu too formal (a bit posh for my liking!) so I prefer the flexibility of the self service restaurant.

Lucy this is a great video. Don’t apologize for the phone it does a much better job than the camera. The camera’s white balance seams to be to hot and it washes you out.

I’ve had the steak at the Verandah restaurant on the Queen Elizabeth and it was amazing!!! Also tried the Japanese fusion restaurant at the Lido and that was amazing as well…

Think you are absolutely brilliant. I have not done cruise ships however worked in USA. Zante and other places you should be offered a senior position for cruise liners with your knowledge. Well presented honest intelligent with information that's essential in travel work all the very best new fan Grumpy old Scottish chef

Great video Lucy. How did it feel cruising as NOT crew? When was the last time you cruised as a passenger?

Its fun to just put u on the speakers as i do kitchen work...=D

If you want to be bored, check out Holland America. No entertainment. Lots of knitting, trivia and orgami. Otherwise, there's only the buffet and the casino to keep you interested.

Looks nice, but here in Chicago the temps won't get up to freezing until next week so if I were to get on a cruise it would be someplace very warm.

thnx, i always wondered what cunard was like

Miss Lucy - Very nice, informative vlog, I really enjoyed the content regarding Cunard. Also nice that you met a friend on board with whom you used to work with - how cool was that? I immediately noticed when you changed from your camera to your phone for the video - interestingly, the color of your wall decoration was far richer with the phone's camera, your main camera's colors seem a bit more washed out comparatively. You also mentioned sound quality, and I agree that there's something a little "off" about it - both with your main camera and your phone's camera. It may be due to the acoustics of the room you're filming in that's contributing to the sound quality? Here's a thought: perhaps if you could figure out a way to hang a blanket behind the camera, that might help improve the acoustics by reducing reflected sounds coming back from the wall? Experiment and see? Keep up the good work, always enjoy your vlogs, and have learned a lot thru them! Cheers!

Lucy….you are doing a great job. Love watching your energy! If I had one criticism it would be the “Head room” you have. You need to tilt your camera down. People would much rather see you. Follow the rule of 1/3s. Your eyes should be 1/3 from the top of frame, 2/3s of YOU. If you look one way to get a profile shot, 2/3 in front of you, 1/3 behind (Look room). Okay…Im a video director by profession but I do love watching your videos.

Thanks Lucy, First

@spradduck

5 ай бұрын

I’m 2 hahaha

@djodell2369

5 ай бұрын

I don't think she is like Tony B... Squad Leader 🤦🏻

It was interesting seeing this coming from Adrian the Cruise and Travel Guy's video on Queen Elizabeth, which was recently here in Australia. I'm 51 turning 25 :) Whilst I feel that Virgin would be too much of a party (being autistic I find noise and bright flashing lights too much), Cunard would be too stuffy, being a casual bloke as well. As such, I think I'll stick with the middle ground, such as P&O Australia (which is a budget line unlike P&O UK), Carnival and the smaller RCL ships that sail here in Australia. If I want a more premium style experience, I'll look to Princess.

Have you tried the winter garden?

How were the retail shops??

If you are a party animal, you may not like it. It is quite, peaceful, relaxing and sophisticated. It's so funny how cruise reviewers always say "The Dress Code, is it really as strict as everyone says?" No one says that except for cruise reviewers lol, but I guess it's like a lot of other stupid things that they say. Overall a good review.

When will we get to see the video tour of the bridge and engine room?

Hi Lucy, I've sailed the QE2 original, Mary 2, victoria and Elizabeth, yes very different demographic to Royal, princess, celebrity etc, I would now fit in well now because I've just turned 60, however besides, the general class that the the majority of passengers are, you also have the queen grill and I think king, could be wrong on that, which provides an elevated experience in the cabin and food department and old style cruising, a little more formal but nice, privides an alternative to the other cruise ship offerings, also the passengers on board if you chat to them have a interesting story/history to talk about, rather than some chav, looking for the nearest toilet to sniff a line up their hooter 😜 so horses for courses really, you appreciate it, or hate it😂

I was on this same cruise and agree with everything you said. Thisxwas a try out having done 32 cruises with other lines. Wasnt for us - too staid!

We always find that Cunard was always slightly better for than it's sister line, P&O. P&Os food is now terrible, to the point where even the low priced couldn't tempt. So, it makes sense Cunard's is just "okay". I'd love to go back onto Cunard, especially the new Queen Anne, but until the reviews improve it'll have to wait! We are going on Fred Olsen now these days, which are dearer, but that I actually look forward to and relish meal times.

Would have been nice to see more of the ship.

Billie (sp?) is very lucky to have you as a friend. I find it interesting that as a cruise ship officer who makes some income from electronic/digital media, that you prefer a printed schedule rather than getting the information on an app. I wonder if other folks in your generation would also prefer a printed schedule and if other cruise lines would ever rethink how they do it.

@djodell2369

5 ай бұрын

She never said she was an Officer... She stated that her Title on the RCCL ship is at the level of an Officer, so she gets certain officer privileges 🤷🏼😁

@brucegordon4992

5 ай бұрын

@@djodell2369 I admit I got lazy and just typed "officer" when I should have typed "employee with some privileges equivalent to that of a two and half (?) stripe officer." Of course truth be told I am not even sure if two and half stripes (I think that is what she said, right?) is equivalent to a colonel or commander or admiral or maybe chancellor?

@djodell2369

5 ай бұрын

@@brucegordon4992... OK 🤷🏼

I think the Queen Anne might be my best bet

Please review the Queen Mary 2 transatlantic voyage 😊 I really want to do it for my first trip to the UK. Should I take it from NY to Southampton or take it back home 🤔I'd love to see your take on it.

@peterqpuser4127

5 ай бұрын

We did the trip from Southhampton to NY, and viewed from the Commodore lounge, sailing into NY at dawn, with the sun rising behind the statue of liberty was a sight I will not forget! Coming into Southampton is a more everyday event.......

@Tulsa_Time

5 ай бұрын

@@peterqpuser4127 I've always wanted to sail under the Verrazzano Bridge, the lights of NYC on the horizon and see the Statue of Liberty in the harbor. I do think it would be more exciting coming in than going out. Thank you for your comment!

@suzyrogers4700

3 ай бұрын

I loved leaving from NYC-the sailaway views were at sunset and spectacular, and going under the Verrazano is kind of incredible. My sister has done it both ways, and thought sailing into NYC at 5am was not as good. I’m doing Southampton to NYC in November, for the Literature Festival at Sea!

@Tulsa_Time

3 ай бұрын

@@suzyrogers4700 I may just have to take it there and back to see for myself 🥰 Enjoy your transatlantic this fall! That would be a great cruise!

@suzyrogers4700

3 ай бұрын

@@Tulsa_Time you totally should do it!!

Is it similar to p&o?

You: “and the food is” Video cuts to advertisement: “Swiffer Mop” Me: 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Awesome

So the unanswered question, is would you like to work onboard a Cunard ship? What vibe did you get from the crew?

@Bubby869

5 ай бұрын

I’m curious about this, too. I always hear that Cunard is a “very British” experience. Does that mean more British crew, or is it the same international mix as any other line?

@malcolmmaclean9380

5 ай бұрын

Same international mix as p&o unsurprisingly

@aragorn4437

4 ай бұрын

@@Bubby869 most of the serving and cleaning staff were Pilipino - a smattering of Africans.

What do you mean by vlog? Do you mean just show footage and now read it?

Your phone has a better camera its a lot sharper than your other camera ? That ship looks more geared up for the posh rich older people.

I actually prefer your phone video. The color balance is better. Your makeup looks much better. There is really no need for 4K on the typical computer monitor.

I was thinking of booking a Cunard cruise. Were there any decent vegan choices in the restaurant?

Do they have spa

@aragorn4437

4 ай бұрын

a full service spa on the same deck as the Lido buffet

Good video and very classy lady.

Is that Coach Snead Jordan?

@traceymarshall5886

5 ай бұрын

Omg it is Jordan 😂 Does he do cross fit on cunard? That would be interesting

@beckyliddle9562

5 ай бұрын

Oh God if it is please make him stay put on Cunard and not come back to Virgin.

@traceymarshall5886

5 ай бұрын

@@beckyliddle9562 i miss him on Virgin Voyages...but doing the VHS class you can still get to see him.

Loved this video. As an American I was wondering what you meant about it being very British. Are you referring to the food or are there other aspects that make it British?

did you get the praying mantis eyelashes?

Hmm. I thought tea was served in the Queens Room

@malcolmmaclean9380

5 ай бұрын

Afternoon tea is

Was there a casino?

@KMShaffer

2 ай бұрын

yes

I started with Cunard when I was 40? Felt very young at the time. Now in my 60's and feel average. Big question. Does anyone else have problems booking? Cunard give me the run around as to which web site I am on. Have given me two different World Club numbers and bitch at me for being on the wrong web site. UK / USA or ??? Have had to use a Travel Agent this time.

I am looking forward to your next Cunard video. When the sun never set on the British Empire, the British knew a thing or two about seafaring and I suspect that some, maybe even much of that knowledge is condensed into Cunard. And while I try to be as complimentary and positive as possible, if I understand it correctly, for what you spent in the Steakhouse you could have had a filet or a strip instead of a burger? I wonder if at least subconsciously when you met Jordan, which was a great interview by the way, you have thought to yourself that you could work for Cunard also. Correct me if I am wrong, you have a certain expertise now for helping to set up a new ship?

@aragorn4437

4 ай бұрын

it's a $50 cover charge per person (45 if you book prior to sailing) then you can have your choice of anything on the menu

What are the chances of bagging some granny fanny? Many widows?

It’s not about the older person why they haven’t got an app, P & O have a web based app as well. Both cruise lines have the same cruise personaliser and work the same way. How old do you consider elderly? I couldn’t think of anything worse than people shouting and screaming. 😱