A transatlantic voyage from New York to Southampton, England is six days of luxury and service in the grand tradition of the Golden Age of Ocean Travel. And Cunard Line’s flagship Queen Mary 2 offers the perfect experience, whether you are looking for complete rest and relaxation or activities galore.
Last week I shared the first half of Cunard’s list of 101 Things to Do On a Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Crossing that included Leisurely Pursuits, Cultural Affairs, Thoroughly British Moments and Fine Dining & Divine Wining. Here I will reveal Part 2 that includes Fitness Fare, Cordially Yours, Show Stoppers and Life’s Simpler Pleasures.
Fitness Fare
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- Now that you’ve mastered St. Andrews, hit the links at Pebble Beach or any of the 51 courses available on the golf simulator.
- Take some fitness classes like YogaLates and spinning. Follow up with a latté or spin through Kings Court.
- Awaken with a brisk walk or jog around the third-mile Promenade Deck.
- Demonstrate your superior wrist/eye coordination at a Table Tennis Tournament.
- Revitalize body and mind in the AquaTherapy pool, where the water jets massage your every muscle.
- Feeling energetic? Test your strength at the Indoor Cycling Power Hour.
- Sign up with a personal trainer in the Fitness Centre and work off the calories.
- Prove to yourself that you can still make jump shots on the basketball court.
- Show off your swing at the Longest Drive Competition.
- Work up a sweat at the Gymnasium — one of the largest and best equipped sports facilities at sea.
- Take a Pilates class and experience all of the benefits of this amazing workout.
- Make up for that baked waffle: Swim a few laps in the domed Pavilion Pool.
Cordially yours
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- Enjoy one of 50 different martinis and the detailed scale model of Queen Mary 2 in the Commodore Club.
- Meet old friends for drinks in the cozy Chart Room. Or pop in alone and make some new ones.
- Puff a fine cigar whilst sampling an aged Napoleon Cognac in Churchill’s.
- Unwind with a soothing nightcap in a lounge before heading off to dreamland.
Show Stoppers
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- Dance, dine and enjoy music from classical to salsa at the Captain’s Black and White Ball.
- Watch 16 sensational dancers and singers from Europe perform in the extravagant Apassionata at the Royal Court Theatre.
- Delight in our newest musical show, Crazy in Love — laced with satire and a sparkle of romance.
- Take a salsa, cha cha or Latin dancing class, and then try line dancing in the Queens Room.
- Delight to a performance of Oscar Wilde’s famous comedy, The Importance of Being Earnest, at the Royal Court Theatre.
- Join the pianist in the Golden Lion Pub for a chorus of “Ship of Fools.”
- Enjoy live jazz in the Chart Room…
- …Or classical concerts in Illuminations.
- Relive the Golden Age of travel, when Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller ruled, with Big Band Night in the Queens Room.
- Take a complimentary gaming lesson in the Casino. Then, see if what you learned pays off at the tables.
- Let loose and boogie down in the stylish G32 nightclub.
- Join Robert Redford — or at least his voice — for Cosmic Collisions, a riveting film on cosmic phenomena presented by the American Museum of Natural History.
- Enjoy the serene sounds of a piano and violin trio in the Grand Lobby.
- Experience Viva Italia! — our new original Cunard musical celebrating everything Italian.
Life’s Simpler Pleasures
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- Drop into the largest library at sea. With over 8,000 books, it’s sure to have at least one of those titles you’ve been meaning to read, and now have time to.79. Send a postcard to friends, stamped “Posted Onboard — Queen Mary 2 — Transatlantic Crossing” at the traditional red Royal Mail postbox onboard — a symbol of Cunard’s history as the first provider of mail service between England and America.
- Embark on a literary journey at a meeting of the Cunard Book Club.
- Find your favorite vintage Cunard poster in the bookshop to take home.
- Schedule a primping and manicure in the Spa Salon before the Captain’s Cocktail Party.
- Attend a book signing with best-selling mystery author Dick Francis.
- Check out the gorgeous pavé earring set at H. Stern in the Mayfair Shops.
- Drop the kids off for fun in The Play Zone.
- Learn critical survival skills like napkin folding or knitting with the Social Hostess.
- Join a dart competition at the Golden Lion Pub.
- Buy an extra bag for all you’re bringing home from the Logo Shop.
- Join musicians and fellow guests for an afternoon sing-along in the Grand Lobby — lyrics included!
- Admire the $18,000 “Happy Queen Mary 2” watch at Chopard. (You can dream.)
- Take a glass elevator ride to the observation deck for a sky-high ocean adventure.
- Laugh ’til you cry at John Cleese who’s appearing in the Royal Court Theatre.
- Practice your karaoke in the Golden Lion Pub.
- Enjoy a nighttime turnaround on the Promenade Deck and stargaze.
- Pamper yourself with a facial or pedicure at the Spa.
- Attend a Champagne art auction and bring home a memory in oil or watercolor.
- You’ve always wanted to learn shuffleboard, right? Here’s your chance!
- Pick up some gifts in the Mayfair Shops for those poor souls back home.
- Relax like a celebrity, in true GoldenAge style, on a Deck 7 teak chair — and check The Crossing off your life list.
- Let an Ayurvedic massage prepare you for your return to the real world.
Plan Your Next Voyage
- Six days aboard Queen Mary 2 is not nearly enough time — so visit the onboard sales office to begin planning your next Cunard voyage!
This is only half the list! Be sure to see Part 1 so you don’t miss a single opportunity on board.
Covington’s cruise specialists can provide cruise rates and availability, arrange a pre- or post-cruise tour in England (or further) and book your return flights. If a transatlantic cruise on the QM2 sounds like your cup of tea, contact Covington to arrange six days of luxury, style and tradition.
List of activities and photos provided by Cunard Line.
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