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@shellnet411

22 күн бұрын

The word is definitely Metropolitan is definitely metropolitan America big city northern New York Chicago, Seattle maybe LA

Love your take on the Queen Anne. The phrase “drawing room” is short for “withdrawing room,” because back in the day, guests would withdraw from the dining room into a general entertaining room.

@caroleceres

26 күн бұрын

…whilst the gentleman remain to smoke and drink port.

@user-fm5jk8gc9n

26 күн бұрын

@@caroleceres a little bit sad the lads did not know this, but i have to remember they are a fare bit younger than me

@mariasullivan577

25 күн бұрын

Cruises from Southampton to Iceland last year 👍

@lparky4409

25 күн бұрын

The ladies would gossip and drink tea, some music would be played until the men returned.

@CitizenMio

25 күн бұрын

​@caroleceres Even as far back as Titanic there were some feisty women that refused to be shoved off to a drawing room. ;) I've read that a few rich ladies even ignored conventions and joined the men in the first class smoking room. Which was technically allowed on titanic by white star, because it was just about the latest craze among modern influential women, but it was rather frowned upon. In fact the equivalent of a mostly women only drawing room on Titanic, the first class reading and writing room, was the least popular room on the ship. Most women preferred the first class lounge and/or just stayed at their tables after dinner.

You two lift my spirits. Individually and as a couple, you have such positive energy.

@birbluv9595

3 күн бұрын

This 100%!

Oscar & Teddy are so lucky to have you two as Uncles! You guys are so much fun, i bet they never want you to leave when ya’ll visit ❤️

Love the aura of gracious refinement. No loud, raucous colors. Nothing screaming "tropical". The ship carries an atmosphere of elegant relaxation - so needed in turbulent, high-tech times. I'd actually love a cruise on this particular ship - something I've never longed for. I hope one day (soon!) Ben and David, you book a cruise on this lovely addition to sea-faring ships.

"Well shiver me timbers and call me Jack Sparrow!" 😂 I think that is Ben's best saying yet!

@toniblackmore3016

25 күн бұрын

Nah. Martha-Stewart-Behind-Bars! will take a lot of beating😂😂😂

@justwatching190

25 күн бұрын

Nah,two queens on another queen!😅

@toniblackmore3016

25 күн бұрын

@@justwatching190 haha, did love that too.

@sweethartjen

24 күн бұрын

@@justwatching190 😆👍🏻

@jxchamb

21 күн бұрын

"Put me an a beach and call me Sandy" Love that one.

"Ben, this is why we don't go on Cunard" 😂😂 And this is why i love watching your videos. Hoping I can go on cruise one day, but for now i'll live vicariously through your videos.

Ben, your camara work...slow and easy...should win awards! Love you both...don't get jelly David.

It’s very art deco. Expecting Poirot to make an appearance!

@xkr510

26 күн бұрын

Sorry - the words TRUMP TACKY come to mind when looking at the cabins. I love these guys. Their humour, accuracy and observations are spot on. Well done.

@isabellind1292

8 күн бұрын

@@xkr510 You're tacky!

hahahaaa "two queens on another queen" had me dying laughing! 🤣 Love your videos! 💗

Hi Ben and David it’s only Louise again - as you know I always look forward to Sunday nights ~ but tonight’s even better as it’s nearly an hour long ~ it’s been a really tough week but I’m seeing the multiple sclerosis nurse on Tuesday so hopefully we can sort a few things out. I hope you’ve had a lovely weekend and that you have a brilliant week - once again thank you so much for all your hard work and putting these Vlog/videos together. It really does mean a lot - sending a lot of love and hugs to you both. ~ Xxx Xxx

@AngelaHarrell-iz8js

26 күн бұрын

Hi Louise, I have Multiple Sclerosis as well! I hope you get everything worked out. I'm getting myself prepared to do my first cruise next year despite my MS. I'm very excited!

@louisewhite9152

25 күн бұрын

@@AngelaHarrell-iz8js hi it’s only me ~ thank you so much for your message - multiple sclerosis is horrible. I’m in the middle of a flareup at the moment. I’m seeing the nurse tomorrow and the doctor is popping in this afternoon - I live in a rehabilitation centre as im either bedbound or wheelchair bound - I hope your cruise next year goes really well and that you thoroughly enjoy it - have a good week healthwise ~ Xxx

@fridaytax

25 күн бұрын

Louise, I hope the nurse and doctor can assist you in feeling better soon. It is wonderful to have channels like Ben & David who can take us on new experiences every week!❤❤❤

What a wonderful video. The camera work is so professional. Such a beautiful ship. You guys just cheer everyone up who might be having a difficult day. You should have your own talk show, too.

@lonestarindie

26 күн бұрын

Ben and David are the BEST at making beautiful cruise videos imho 🤗

@KateS1172

26 күн бұрын

The Princess Grill cabins are like the Mini Suites.

@KateS1172

26 күн бұрын

The Princess Grill Suite is beautiful!

Our Cunard cruise a few years ago from Melbourne to Hobart and back on the Queen Elizabeth remains in my memory as one of my favourite cruise ships and experiences. I loved that there was a community large jigsaw that everyone could work on over the cruise, on a specially designed table. The afternoon tea was quite the highlight and experience. I loved that there was a ballroom and you could see into it from a walkway on an upper level. In the evening an old fashioned band would play and there would be lots of couples ballroom dancing there. Wonderful to watch. We turned up for dinner one night and my husband had forgotten his formal jacket. Staff went into a panic. As our room was at the other end of the ship, we were asked to wait outside the door whilst they fussed around and somebody found a mens jacket. Bob was a big fella, so no way he could fit into it. But they had him put his arm out, they carefully draped their jacked over his arm and we were allowed to enter the dining room. The jacket was then placed on the back of the chair, and all was well in their formal world. I find it so odd that an Aussie could have experienced a Cunard cruise, at home, before you two experienced cruisers were to go on one of their ships. Enjoy your cruise.

Great review guys.... I used to work on QE2 ... Best time of my life.... The Drawing Room is actually named originally as the "Withdrawing Room" ... Where guests (mainly women) would 'withdraw" to after dinner, whilst men would withdraw to the "smoking room" .... Keep up the great work guys xx

@Cruisewith

24 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! That’s really interesting to know. We appreciate your support and kind words! xx

Thanks for the awesome report! We are booked on Queen Ann in January when she comes to NYC! Beyond excited. 🎉

She looks like a modern twist on 1920's art deco in design, lovely if I say so myself!

You're both very detailed oriented...it brings to life the ships you explore.

@Cruisewith

24 күн бұрын

Thank you! We're glad you enjoy the details. We love bringing the ships to life for you!

David, I think the word you were looking for to describe the decor, the word I would use is Elegant.

@Cruisewith

24 күн бұрын

Elegant is definitely a fitting word for the decor. Appreciate your input!

Penhaligon's is a very well known British Perfumer, established 1870..I guess you haven't got around to dropping in to their Regent street shop yet?😉

@mareiketje4899

17 күн бұрын

Most certainly not, when the're calling it "Pentaglions"! 😂

@mikeupo

15 күн бұрын

Also Chester, Liverpool. Plenty of shops, although there is no T in penhaligans 🤣 not sure where that came from when pronouncing 🙈

Woohooo! Here really early, saw the notification and had to immediately watch Ben & David, need my weekly fix. 💕

Really glad to see you guys on here - looks like Cunard have done a wonderful job with the new Queen!

This is so totally awesome Ben and David! And going on the Queen Anne! How incredible and cool!

Understated elegance. Sublime. Refined. Sophisticated. Graceful. Polished. Distinguished. Opulent. Exquisite. Classic. Smart. All these words apply to that ship.

@arh1234

11 күн бұрын

Art Deco. Intentional.😁

Guys, I really appreciate your careful attention to the colors, textures, and designs. The beautiful, artistic focus on atmospheric details by these ship designers merits your positive comments!

Last May we used Onward Travel Solutions (car hire) which took us from our hotel near Heathrow to Horizon Cruise Terminal in Southampton, 4 people & 5 pieces of luggage for £144. Same price for the drive back to Heathrow after our cruise. Great customer service, on time & gave us peace of mind.

I simply love how you share your every experience with us…..truly feel like I’m there with you ….its amazing….thank you for taking so much time to show us everything 💕💕

I have sailed on Cunard many times, the first in 1967 on the original Queen Elizabeth. Princess Grill Suites are nice, but once you go Queen's Grill, you'll never go back. So happy to hear they've installed StarLink. Wifi on the Queen Mary 2 is dreadful, but the fabulous Churchill's Cigar Lounge makes up for any shortcomings.

@jeannecrawford6324

26 күн бұрын

All Cunard ships are now equipped with Starlink wifi including the Queen Mary 2.

Wait, I deffo missed something… I thought neither of you drove but David is a new driver… congrats!! 🎉

You boys make so many of us smile!😊😊😊Thank you for your work! Well done again!🎖🎖🎖😎😎😎🌟🌟🌟 (Would have loved you to have started with a bit of video of visiting your very cute nephews!🌺🌺🌺)

I love that Babbel is the sponsor- do they teach Kensington? make sure you have the proper accent onboard??

So I have a fear of cruising and you guys make me actually want to overcome this and go sailing thanks again for your video ❤

OMG - you guys made me spit out my coffee laughing with your salt and pepper holders bit!! 🤣 Love you guys! ❤ This video is making me want to try this line - am enjoying the regal feel. Can’t wait to see your videos on your upcoming TA on the Queen Mary!

We went on the Queen Elizabeth a few years ago. They had a bookshop on board and I found it amusing that one of the books for sale was about shipwrecks of the Cunard Line.

@Cruisewith

25 күн бұрын

That sounds like quite the irony! Did you end up getting the book?

@elletee

25 күн бұрын

@@Cruisewith No. But it gave me a great story to tell people. 🙂

Ben, your enthusiam and love of cruising is apparent. When I watch your posts, I always feel like booking another cruise, lol. Going on Jade in 3 weeks, Princess in Dec. Love you guys!

I did the Queen Mary 2 from NY to Southampton years ago! The captain made an announcement when we were over the area where the Titanic went down.

@SuperDrLisa

26 күн бұрын

Well that was great 😮

"Je ne sais quoi" are the words I would use for the elevators

Hi Ben and David. Happy Sunday. Now my weekend is complete. The ship looks beautiful. I think the look is opulent without being stuffy, it's relaxed and inviting. As always thank you for all your hard work and letting us be a part of it. ❤❤

Oh these cabins look absolutely beautiful!! I've been on the Queen Mary and their cabins are definitely oudated in comparison. The TVs are older and no plugs by the bed. Also, SO jealous of those beautiful Queen Anne gifts. That passport cover is absolutely stunning!

I love the QM2- there is nothing like transatlantic on the QM2! We also love modern Celebrity ships and many people are comparing the Queen Anne to those ships. We are booked for the QA world cruise 2025. I am sure we are going to love it.

I’ve been on the Queen Elizabeth with Cunard sailing to Alaska from Canada. It was wonderful. A very traditional sailing on a traditional ship. Would I do it again after all my other RC cruises & MSC? Yes. Best afternoon tea service & presentation. Cheers

@isabellind1292

8 күн бұрын

Wow, we took a midsize ship (Volendam) from Vanc. to Alaska. I liked it because there were only say, 2,000 aboard and we weren't there for all the bells & whistles so it was perfect! But Cunard is a very special line! My parents took a transatlantic journey aboard Mediterranean Shipping Lines that takes paying passengers along w/their cargo (not very many passengers, maybe 2 dozen). They LOVED it. They said the chef prepared the most absolutely, amazing dishes!

I’m getting art deco vibes in some areas. It looks beautiful 😍

Great review, thanks Ben and David, I love how you treat your review subjects with respect but still make your reviews fun and lighthearted!

Ben and David you are both absolutely brilliant,we live in Portsmouth,I love seeing what ships are in when we go to Southampton,we are going on our first cruise in September with virgin,can't wait love to you both♥️♥️xxxx

I so love dark woods....this ship is beautiful!

I love every video you boys make, as you always do such a great job at giving thorough reviews with professionalism, warmth and humour! 🥰 This one was no exception, and I found it really interesting to see what a new Cunard ship would be like. What a lovely ship she is! 💞

I don't do cruieses anymore (last time in the 90s), but I think this one would be my choice. A bit traditional with modern twists. Very cool! Thx for yet another amazing series! x

I believe the term "reserved elegance" is appropriate.

Omg Ben pretty sure the lack of sleep caught up with Ben using the salt shakers. The experience did look fantastic

Delightful as always

Loved this ❤ thank you ❤

FYI, you can get a direct train with Southern from Gatwick to Southampton which takes just under 2hr and an off peak single is £20, advance singles can be had for £10

Beautiful ship and cabins! Thank you for your time and updates. You Are Amazing. May God bless you and your families. I enjoy the videos so much.

We have been sailing with Cunard for a while now Always a enjoyable experience Definitely a favourite

The word I use for things like the lifts would be. "Elevated" no pun intended. i.e. "This space feels very elevated."

@birbluv9595

3 күн бұрын

Very clever!

Loved this!

So glad to see you back, was missing you both. Loved thos vid x

The name drawing room is actually a shortening of the proper name of the room which is the withdrawing room.

@isabellind1292

8 күн бұрын

Oh, lol, I thought it was where you go after dinner and they shut all the drapes to keep everyone warm from the drafts, lol!

Thank you for the tour!

That’s what she said bingo shades of the American version of the office ! My wife and I love you two safe travels!

Surprising. Looks like a lot of sophisticated comfort.

It's lovely to see you both in such a calm environment :)

David, your amber frames are 🔥 they really suit you

Wow, what a beautiful ship thank you for sharing.

That Nutella pastry looked amazing!

I love your content so much. Thank you!

What a lovely ship . She has some great pastel colors. And David , maybe the word you were looking for is high-end . She feels like she was built for grown people , I really like the fact you don't get a stroke with too many vivid colors She's really a queen. Makes me decide that my next cruise will be on her . Great video as always Ben and David 👏

You will love QM2. We did our first ever cruise on it and have now booked Queen Anne for 2026 to Norway and the North Cape.

Thank you lads for this fabulous review including your usual humour. I can't wait to board her in November..........cheers x

Stunning. It looks so welcoming I love how you both describe things💗. Yeah. Your next cruise will be to the USA!

Great video bros, very pro. Appreciate the sense of humour too... queens on the queen, shiver me timbers and call me Jack and the 'drawing room. Keep up the good work.

I have been on all the Queens Cunard is a classy act ! I went on the Queen Mary to china ./ Japan / South Korea . My fav is QE 2 . Doing a week on Queen Anne in October . Cunard is owed by an American company you wouldnt know its miles away from RCI , much nicer not loud at all , but not stuffy either !

A gorgeous ship!!!!

Love you both!! Great overview. N😅w on my bucket list.

Thanks! Wish we were in Southampton … onboard for the POSH!

@angelwingz892

24 күн бұрын

Port OUT Starboard HOME Middle classes picked up on this. Middle class are social climbers. They ran with this and aged other upper class behaviours.

Great tour guys, what a beautiful ship. On my bucket list. Save journey home. Looking forward to your next video.

Thanks Guy's great perspective, We've just come back from her maiden voyage to Maderia 14 nights, we quite enjoyed the ship, the Pavilion was a nice area, along with the Commodore club, the staff are still getting used to how best to operate the ship, the 'service' lifts had issues, so the luggage had to be distributed via the passenger lifts, which made for interesting stair climbs for people who need lifts, but with a few weeks behind them, and various maintenance visits, the systems, and staff will start to fall into place, the wi-fi is great and worked perfectly, I didn’t hear any one complain about that. The couple of stage shows we visited were very good, Brief Encounter (Theatre) & Noir (Bright lights society) were quite a departure from Cunard’s standard theatre productions, I thoroughly enjoyed them both, Looking forward to your review of Queen Mary 2 for your crossing thanks again guys.

So great to see your reactions again! Missed you guys ❤

Looks great. Looking forward to your video on the Queen Mary ❤

Thanks for sharing. I can't wait! My husband and I will be on the ship in December - bound for the Canary Islands.

Thank you for this Ben and David. Sailing A Cunard cruise is #3 on my bucket list behind trips to Greece and Japan. ❤🎉😊

Many thanks for your great review. The ship looks elegant and now we desperately want to go on her. Keep up the good work!

Thanks for another fabulous review. ❤

Thanks for sharing. Ben I love your hair.

I’ve been patiently waiting for another video!! Lovely ship!! Love the little touches in the room!! Fabulous review as always!!! (Love cruising! Just got home from a second sailing on Wonder!) You bring us so much joy!!! Thank you Ben and David!!!😊❤

You requested comments from people who have been on Cunard previously. I have done a Trans-Atlantic on the QEII and also cruise to the Continent starting in Southampton on the QEII, Most recently, my friend and I were on a 12 day Baltic cruise on the Queen Victoria. We splurged for a Princess Grill Jr. Suite. A fabulous trip in all respects. We have done about 22 cruises and this one was one of the most memorable.

Understated elegance!

I can’t believe I missed this yesterday! I didn’t get a notification! Love your videos!

Great video, thank you so much! 🇨🇦😎🇨🇦

Ive been binging your channel the past week. You guys are the perfect mix of information and personality! I love watching you order and review the food. I have a restricted diet, and i feel like i am eating vicariously through your orders 😂❤

So exciting...we have done 2 cruises on the Queen Elizabeth and a cruise earlier this year on the QM2...loved them...we are cruising on Queen Anne in July...

You guys sure just the best 👍🏻🚢😎

I have only cruised Cunard once. Way back in 1995 on the QE2. I just remember the food was a cut above the standard cruise ship fare and, the afternoon tea was to die for. I really would like to cruise the line once again.

@Cruisewith

25 күн бұрын

That sounds like an amazing experience

One of the signs on board read, “This Way Out” instead of just “Exit”. Cute.

Appreciate the Titanic references, because the class system on Cunard does seem like that. I have only cruised once, on Holland America to Alaska last year, and one thing that made me it fun was knowing that those of us in cheap cabins could have the same experience outside our cabins as the people in suites. There was no sense of being lesser than anybody else.

What fun it would be to be on a cruise with you both. Thanks for the insight and laughs.

Thank you for taking us a long. Giving us a tour and taste of this Cunard ship 😊. Thats lovely you had a Great time seeing Oscar & Teddy 🤍 Hows the House hunting going? Have a Good week 🥰

The lifts have their own personality that's how I would describe them. Ben mentioned the corridors having personality. Lovely tour.

Well done lads great video as ever

Love Cunard, service at its best 😊

Ben and those salt and pepper shakers - only scene you need to see 😂😂😂😂