Inside the $170 million revamp of Queen Mary 2
The Queen Mary launched in 1934 and enjoyed a heyday of taking the rich and famous from Southampton to New York.
82-years-later her successor, the Queen Mary 2 has just undergone a major redesign.
A lot has changed, notably, the restructuring of the all-day buffet, King's Court, and the creation of the adjoining Carinithia Lounge. This has replaced the dated Winter Garden, with a sit-up bar and self-service cafe, giving cruisers somewhere smart but informal to grab a bite and relax.
New carpets have also been laid throughout, (enough to cover the pitch of Wembley Stadium 10 times).
Emphasis has been placed on opening the dining areas out, so bulky waiter stations have been removed as well as pillars, which gives it a more airy feel.
Fifty cabins have also been added and all contain the modern luxuries, including a kettle.
Have you ever cruised with Cunard before, or been lucky enough to cruise on the Queen Mary 2? If so, how did you find the experience?
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First appeared on Stuff.co.nz.
Video credit: Cunard
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