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Take the opportunity to meet us at the Telegraph
Cruise Show on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 March at
London Olympia.
This event will appeal to all of you who love ocean voyages – and
Cunard will feature prominently. So come and visit us on stand E10
throughout the weekend, where we’ll be delighted to discuss everything
from forthcoming voyages to the arrival of Queen Elizabeth. For more
information and to book tickets, please visit www.cruisingshow.com
Porthole Cruise Magazine recently
revealed their 11th Annual
Readers’ Choice Awards, and we
were delighted with the results.
Cunard received top billing in three categories
that are especially pleasing given our rich
heritage and spirit of adventure. After all, we
were singled out for the ‘Best Transatlantic
Itineraries’, 169 years after our very first
voyage between the continents. Our thrilling
global discoveries also topped the polls in the ‘Best World Cruise
Itineraries’ category.
Readers of Porthole Cruise Magazine also singled us out for the
‘Best Onboard Educational Programmes’. As you know, we always
strive to bring you unique experiences and fantastic entertainment
through our Cunard Insights enrichment programme, so we are
delighted that this has been so well received. Thank you to all who
voted for us – and you can see the full results at www.porthole.com
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New York
Barbados
St ThomasSt Lucia
Grand Turk
Mon 3 Jan New York Sail late afternoon
4-5 Jan Cruising the Atlantic Ocean 2 days
Thu 6 Jan Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas Full day
Fri 7 Jan Castries, St Lucia Full day
Sat 8 Jan Bridgetown, Barbados Full day
Sun 9 Jan Cruising the Caribbean Sea
Mon 10 Jan Grand Turk,Turks & Caicos Islands Full day
11-12 Jan Cruising the Atlantic Ocean 2 days
Thu 13 Jan New York Arrive early morning
Fri 14 Jan Arrive UK
Devote the first days of 2011 to exploring vibrant Caribbean islandson this previously unpublished Queen Mary 2 discovery.
Beginning and ending amidst the bright lights of the Big Apple, this 10-nightvoyage calls first at St Thomas, home to the idyllic arc of Magen’s Bay, thenSt Lucia whose verdant pitons grab the attention. The unique British heritage ofBarbados and the unspoilt beauty of Grand Turk also stir the senses on thismagnificent adventure.
To treat yourself to this magical Caribbean Calypso, visit www.cunard.com,call 0845 071 0300 or contact your travel agent.
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Join Us on Dry lanD
Please note fares are per person based on double occupancy and includea 5% Cunard World Club Past Guest saving. Additional savings apply toAA-B5 Balcony Staterooms booked by 31 March 2010. Fares are subject tochange. Please see the Cunard Voyages April 2010 - April 2011 Second Editionbrochure which contains important information and booking conditions youmust read before booking.
CunarderTHEMarch 2010
Exclusively for cunard world club members
DESTINATION MEDITERRANEANThis autumn aboard Queen Victoria,
discover a whirl of cultures and civilisationsthat extend right across this ancient sea
– and the most convenient ways to explore them
QUEEN ELIZABETHNews of the latest Cunarder’s progress
including details of her recent ‘float out’ ceremony
and the announcement of her senior officers
QUEEN MARY 2Jazzing up our 2010 itineraries
A host of talented jazz musicians prepare to join
our flagship’s Transatlantic Crossings, thanks to an
exciting partnership with New York’s Juilliard School
Caribbean Calypso3 - 14 Jan 2011 • M102 • 10 nights from £1,419 to £14,009
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ConTenTsCunard Line Celebrates its 170th Anniversary 2-3
Cunard Insights 3
Queen Elizabeth News 4-5
Queen Mary 2Welcomes The Juilliard School 6-7
Destination Mediterranean 8-9
The Simplest Way to Explore 10-11
News From On Board 12-13
Highlights from our Elegant Globetrotter 14
Thank You, Captain McNaught 15
Step Aboard a President’s Voyage 15
Our Partnerships with Chewton Glen and The Prince’s Trust 16-17
Cunard Online and Our New e-ticketing System 16-17
Stars of the Month 18
News From Our Guests 18-19
Caribbean Voyage M102 Back Cover
The Telegraph Cruise Show Back Cover
Porthole Cruise Magazine Awards Back Cover
CUnarD line CelebraTes iTs
For 170 years, Cunard ships have attracted famous names. Charles Dickens reached Boston
on Britannia in 1842 and crossed the Atlantic on SS Russia 25 years later. Yet it was the early
20th century, and the export of Hollywood films, when the stars really started flocking aboard.Strict RoutinesSome were creatures of habit, like Walt Disney and his family whoalways reserved the same dining table on Queen Elizabeth becauseof its Manhattan views. Cary Grant was such a fan of Queen Marythat he arranged his Transatlantic trips around her schedules – andmet one of his five wives, Betsy Drake, aboard. Even royals hadroutines. The Duke of Windsor regularly watched 7am crew rollcalls and engaged in late-night conversation with the captain onthe bridge. Travelling on Queen Mary after her husband’s death,HM The Queen Mother loved retiring to the cinema after dining,but only once the pre-film cartoons had finished!
Low ProfilesWhile many stars, from George Harrison to Uma Thurman, havemingled freely on board, certain celebrities shunned the limelight.Greta Garbo, for instance, travelled incognito and would disembarkdisguised as a stewardess. Sir Winston Churchill crossed the Atlantic onQueen Mary four times during the Second World War; for obvious
reasons ‘Colonel Warden’ rather than his own name appeared on theguest lists. Bing Crosby befriended Queen Mary’s photographers andspent many hours chatting in the refuge of their darkrooms. Anecdotealso has it that actor John Travolta would leave his daily jog on QE2’sdecks until 3am to avoid being stopped by fans.
Eminent EntertainersEarly examples of stars entertaining their travelling companions weremainly off-the-cuff affairs. Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis earned areputation for impromptu shows while David Niven often enthralledlisteners with his colourful tales in bars and lounges. Invitationseventually grew more formal: Ben Kingsley, Meryl Streep and BazLuhrmann have all spoken memorably about their film careers, whileCarly Simon and James Taylor have both hosted special concertsaboard Queen Mary 2. During his three days aboard QE2’s 1988World Voyage, President Nelson Mandela even held a BBC interviewwith Sir David Frost, broadcast live from the captain’s cabin.
CU n a r D in s i g H T s • CU n a r D in s i g H T s • CU n a r D in s i g H T s
Continuing Our Tradition of Well-Known GuestsAs part of our popular Cunard Insights enrichment programme, here are three moreillustrious guests who will be joining our ships in the coming months.
Murray Walker
Queen Victoria,14 June 2010
Murray’s TV and radio broadcasting career has
spanned 50 years, although it was the televised
races of the 1970s that introduced the wider
public to his excitable style and ‘Murrayisms’,
which became synonymous with motor sport
until his official retirement in 2001.
Bill Bryson
Queen Mary 2,2 October 2010
Born in Iowa, Bill Bryson moved to England
in 1977 to work as a journalist. He achieved
prominence as a travel writer with the witty
observations of The Lost Continent in 1989,
and has more recently produced books on
language and science.
In the previous edition of The Cunarder, we incorrectly stated that Murray Walker would be a guest speaker aboard Queen Mary 2.
In fact, Murray will be travelling on Queen Victoria. We apologise for the error and for any confusion it may have caused.
Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Sir Terry Wogan Cary Grant Bing Crosby HM The Queen Mother
Sir Winston Churchill & Commodore Sir J. Bissett
Nelson Mandela
Uma Thurman
Desmond Tutu
Queen Mary 2,20-25 March 2010
The former Archbishop of Cape Town, now
Archbishop Emeritus, received the 1984 Nobel
Peace Prize for his unifying role during the
dismantling of apartheid in South Africa. He
continues to campaign tirelessly for human
rights, equality and social justice.
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These dates and speakers are subject to change and are correct at time of going to print.
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In the first few days of 2010 – the year of her launch
–Queen Elizabeth reached a significant
milestone in her construction.
Thankfully for the small Cunard contingentand workers of the Monfalcone shipyard,the snow stayed away for Queen Elizabeth’sfloat-out ceremony on an already chilly5 January. Our guest of honour was79-year-old Dennie Farmer, whose latehusband, Willie Farmer, served as ChiefEngineer on both Queen Elizabeth and QE2during a distinguished 40-year Cunard career.Italian tradition means that every new shipshould have a Madrina, or godmother.We couldn’t think of a more appropriatechoice than Dennie as Madrina for the thirdQueen Elizabeth.
And so Dennie and Cunard’s President andManaging Director, Peter Shanks, took turnsto weld three coins beneath the mast for luck:a 1938 half crown and sovereigns dated 1967and 2010. Reflecting the launch years of thethree great Cunarders to bear the name, thesecoins will remain on permanent display onQueen Elizabeth’s Games Deck.
Then, it was backdown to thedockside for theblessing before Denniereleased a bottle ofItalian prosecco thatsmashed spectacularly againstthe hull. Finally, the dry dockvalves opened, allowing the firstsplashes of water to touch the hull ofour beautiful new Cunarder.
meeT Her FirsT senior oFFiCersFollowing the appointment of Captain Christopher Wells as
Queen Elizabeth’s first Master, we are pleased to reveal four
more of her Senior Officers who will be aboard when she enters
service this October.
Colin Black, the Chief Engineer, spent 12 yearswith Princess Cruises as a CPOMechanic, FirstEngineer and overseeing the build of two newships. After a stint with P&O Cruises, Colinbecame Chief Engineer on Tahitian Princess.In 2007 he joined Cunard as Technical FleetServices Project Manager and then ChiefEngineer forQueen Victoria.
Our new ship’s Hotel Manager, RobertHowie, will oversee on-board operationslike housekeeping, food and beverage,entertainment and human resources.Formerly the Food and Beverage Manager onQueen Mary 2, Robert became our flagship’sHotel Manager in 2005, then fulfilled the samerole onQueen Victoria from 2007.
Alastair Greener will beQUeen Elizabeth’sEntertainment Director, a familiar face frombothQueen Victoria and his popular blogwww.wearecunard.com. Alastair is also amember of the British Actors’ Unionand has appeared in film, theatre andtelevision productions, including theBBC’s ‘House of Cards’.
Staff Captain Hamish Sunter joinedCunard Princess as an officer in1990, obtaining his Master’sCertificate before progressing toChief Officer onQE2 (1993-1998).After five years with P&O Cruises,Hamish returned to CunardasQueen Mary 2’s ChiefOfficer in 2005, later servingas Staff Captain onQE2 andQueen Victoria.
INTERIOR INSPIRATION
WHaT’s yoUr sTarTing poinT WiTH a sHip THis size?Normally the process begins with the general arrangement plan, where the overall layout of the
rooms is decided. By creating a coherent flow we create interest, drama, and a juxtaposition of
large and intimate spaces, which has a major influence on the interior design and final ambience
of the areas.
HoW Does yoUr CreaTive proCess WorK?I draw inspiration from designs encountered on my travels. Also I keep in touch with the cutting
edge of interior work being carried out in the hospitality business. Often a photograph or detail
will act as a springboard for the development of an idea or a design concept. The process then
seems to flow naturally through the various functional and practical requirements.
WHere DiD yoU FinD yoUr inspiraTion ForQUEEN ELIZABETH?At an early stage the decision was taken that the spaces on Queen Elizabeth should broadly
reflect the Art Deco period. The challenge was to use elements or aspects [of this theme] and to
apply these in a modern, unique and creative manner.
are yoU responsible For every single room on boarD?My areas of responsibility include all staterooms, guest corridors, grand central lobbies, main
public lounges, Grill Restaurants, Queens Room and specific open deck areas. In addition I am
responsible for the design of all carpets, furnishings, fabrics, and upholstery throughout the ship.
WHaT are THe biggesT CHallenges yoU FaCe?In all large projects with high design expectations, it is quite challenging to select materials,
furnishings, decorative lighting and fabrics which satisfy the rules and regulations while still
giving the level of luxury, comfort, and sophistication that is expected.
Many thanks to Teresa for this insightful glimpse behind the scenes. We’re sure you – like us –
are keenly anticipating seeing the results on board later in the year.
Teresa anderson honed her interior design skills in land-based
hotels and resorts, before transferring her talents to ocean liners.
influential inQueen Victoria’s build, Teresa is now bringing
Queen Elizabeth’s interiors to life, and kindly took time to
answer our questions.
Teresa AndersonGrand Lobby
Alastair Greener, Entertainment Director
Peter Shanks and Dennie Farmer with the newly welded coins whichQueen Elizabeth’s guests will be able to see whenever they visit theGames Deck
Queen Elizabeth under construction
Colin Black,Chief Engineer
Robert Howie, Hotel Manager
a splenDiD Ceremony For oUr neW CUnarDer
Queen Elizabeth’s contemporaryArt Deco interpretation will create alink between this superbly modernship and her glamorous predecessorsfrom ocean travel’s golden heyday.To achieve this, blending the rightdetails is essential. This is preciselywhere art consultant Amy Lucena fitsin to the story.
Working closely with Teresa Anderson, Amy’srole is to piece together an intricate jigsawpuzzle as she sources, acquires andcommissions framed art, leaded glass domes,murals, fountains, sculptures and artefactsthat will adorn each public room.
“In order to fill the Midships Bar displaycases,” Amy explains by way of example,“I have been scouring antique shops, utilisingmy memorabilia and vintage nautical sources,and shopping [online] to find travel ephemerafrom the original Queen Elizabeth”. Indeed,both this classic liner and QE2 have providedmuch inspiration.
Needless to say, the process is “long andchallenging”, one founded on “exhaustiveresearch”. In addition to wading throughpiles of books, Amy undertook a number offact-finding missions, including one to NewYork for a walkabout on Queen Victoriaand to study Manhattan’s Art Deco influences.
Eventually, all this research is transformedinto a raft of sketches, models, samples andphotographs for Cunard’s approval. Eventhen, the journey is still not complete: Amymust prepare each finished item for displayand arrange transportation to Italy, wherethey finally take residence in their majesticnew home.
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Dr Laurie A. Carter, who serves both as the school’s Vice President and
General Counsel and as its Executive Director of Jazz Studies, is thrilled
by the partnership: “At Juilliard, we seek to foster the skills of our
musicians, while helping them share their gifts with the world. With
these special performances, we are proud to provide them the
opportunity to do so.”
The Juilliard School has established and maintained the standard for
performing arts education in the US since 1905, when its foundation
provided talented Americans with an alternative to the famous
European academies. Having continued to evolve for nearly a century,
the school further extended its repertoire in 2001 by adding a
comprehensive jazz programme. And it’s not just the young artists
who will benefit. Thanks to this exciting line-up, our guests are in for a
real musical treat over the coming months.
15-22 APRILBrandon Lee*, trumpet – Among the 18 students who formed the
inaugural Juilliard Jazz Orchestra in 2001, Brandon joined the
faculty staff in autumn 2008 and became the orchestra’s Conductor
a year later.
Kris Bowers, piano – Kris has already played and recorded with
renowned artists like Terence Blanchard, Ben Wolfe, Ron Blake and
EJ Strickland.
Philip Kuehn, bass – Philip has performed with the Lincoln Center Jazz
Orchestra for John Coltrane’s 80th birthday, and at The White House
with Dr. Billy Taylor’s Jazz and the New Generation II.
Aaron Kimmel, drums – Chosen for the Pennsylvania All-State Jazz
Ensemble in 2005 and 2006, Aaron currently studies with Billy
Drummond, Kenny Washington and Carl Allen.
21-28 MAYJames Burton, trombone – James recently completed a Master of
Music degree in Jazz Studies at The Juilliard School, where he studied
under trombone icon, Steve Turre.
7-14 JUNERodney Jones*, guitar – Hailed by George Benson as ‘a legend among
musicians,’ Rodney pushes the boundaries of modern jazz guitar and
has worked with eminent artists including Stevie Wonder, James
Brown, Ruth Brown and Dizzy Gillespie.
6-13 JULYJeremy Viner, tenor saxophone – Jeremy recently completed his Master
of Music degree at Juilliard, and has worked with a host of well-known
names in jazz and modern classic.
Chris Burbank, trumpet – Chris has studied under the great Eddie
Henderson, and has shared the stage with icons like Maria Schneider,
Benny Green, Mulgrew Miller and Benny Golson.
8-22 AUGUSTMichael Cottone, trumpet – Completed a Master of Music degree from
The Juilliard School and has featured in the Downbeat Award-winning
Eastman Jazz Ensemble and the Cab Calloway Orchestra among others.
Andrew Gutauskas, alto saxophone – During his short but already
impressive career, Andrew has shared the same stage as global stars
like Michael Bublé, Wynton Marsalis and Paul Simon.
12-19 SEPTEMBERThe Juilliard Jazz Faculty Ensemble:
Eddie Henderson*, trumpet – Eddie received
his first trumpet lessons, aged nine, from a
certain Louis Armstrong. He later studied
at the San Francisco Conservatory of
Music and recorded with Herbie
Hancock’s Mwandishi group during
the 1970s.
Frank Kimbrough*, piano – Frank has been
featured prominently on New York’s jazz
scene for over 25 years, both as a leader and
a sideman.
Ben Wolfe*, bass – Early in his career Ben
performed with Harry Connick Jr, the Wynton
Marsalis Septet and Diana Krall’s touring
band; he recently released his fifth album.
Carl Allen*, drums – With over
200 recordings to his name
as a drummer, sideman and
bandleader, Carl has performed
with many notable artists
including Freddie Hubbard
and The Brecker Brothers.
12-19 OCTOBERRandall Haywood, trumpet – At 15, Randall became the youngest
member of the prestigious Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, and has also
demonstrated his drumming ability alongside accomplished artists like
pianist and actor, Johnnie O’Neal.
* Current members of The Juilliard School teaching faculty.
Brandon Lee - trumpet Philip Kuehn - bass
Concerts and recitals always prove immensely popular among our Queen Mary 2 guests, so here’s
news that we hope will be music to your ears – our partnership with New York’s renowned Juilliard School.
During this year, students and staff from the school will join selected Eastbound Transatlantic Crossings to
stage dazzling performances of classic and contemporary jazz in the Royal Court Theatre, a venue worthy
of their immense talents.
Eddie Henderson - trumpet Andrew Gutauskas - alto saxophoneRodney Jones - guitarJames Burton - trombone
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We sometimes forget just how alluring the
mediterranean really is. after all, those sparkling
waters lap three continents and 21 different
countries. To truly appreciate this rich diversity,
Queen Victoria offers nine thrilling voyages
from september to December. in her elegant
company, delve into ancient cultures by morning
and devote your afternoon to chic modern
boulevards; perhaps contrast the exotic bustle of
Turkey or Tunisia one day with an idyllic greek isle
the next. Here are just some of the enticing
destinations that await her fortunate guests.
IRRESISTIBLE ITALYVoyages: V017 • V018 • V019 • V020 • V021 • V022 • V022A • V023
Italy’s eternal allure owes much to the way in which modern life
unfolds so easily amidst such beautiful treasures. In Rome, it’s the
waspish buzzing of scooters around the Colosseum and the excited
chatter of locals at the Spanish Steps that often brings the city so
vividly to life. Naples possesses an earthier character, yet also circled
by rich experiences: the exclusive island hideaway of Capri; the
volcanically preserved snapshots at Pompeii and Herculaneum; and
magical cliff-top towns along the Amalfi Coast. And how do you even
begin to express our fascination with Venice? All the pictures in the
world cannot quite prepare you for the enchantment of witnessing its
many bridges – like the poignant Bridge of Sighs or the pointed Rialto
Bridge – admiring the bell tower and Doge’s Palace in St Mark’s
Square or shopping for colourful local glassware and carnival masks.
GREEK GEMSVoyages: V017 • V018 • V019 • V020 • V021 • V022 • V022A
While Athens – and its Acropolis – may symbolise Greece, its countless
sprinkling of islands are no less captivating. Emerald Corfu is scented
with fig, lemon and eucalyptus and etched with golden coves,
although its neighbour Zakinthos arguably boasts the most stunning
beach of all, a perfect horseshoe complete with a photogenic
shipwreck. The Cyclades islands are known for sugar cube houses, like
the whitewashed warren of Mykonos Town, emblazoned with drapes
of bougainvillea and a backdrop of emblematic hilltop windmills. On
Santorini cubist towns cling to sheer cliffs that arc like a new moon
around a vast extinct crater. Perhaps as a reminder of the vast
eruption that created its magical beauty, the sunsets here seem to
burn brighter than anywhere else.
ANCIENT TURKEYVoyages: V017 • V018 • V019 • V021 • V022 • V022A
Istanbul intoxicates with its souks, spice markets, mosques, palaces
and Ottoman baths; further south in Ephesus, another empire’s legacy
– that of the Romans – equally astonishes visitors. The site is so well
preserved that it is simple to imagine our ancient counterparts going
about their daily duties as you tread marble flagstones, take your seat
in the 44,000-seat amphitheatre where St Paul is said to have
preached and behold the Library of Celsus’ striking façade. It is,
however, more difficult to envisage the original splendour of the
Temple of Artemis – one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
– now represented by just a single surviving column.
INTRIGUING TUNISIAVoyage: V020
Tunisia can sometimes be overlooked in favour of Morocco, though it
would be a crying shame never to experience Tunis and its old medina
in particular. Here, in narrow alleys and atmospheric covered
walkways, craftsmen ply trades handed down the generations, while
leather, pottery, Berber jewellery and carpets make tempting
mementoes. And no visit here is complete without setting eyes on the
Mosque of the Olive Tree that sits serenely at its heart. Those with a
classical leaning should venture to nearby Carthage, once a power to
rival ancient Rome who eventually destroyed and then rebuilt the city.
Today its crumbling remains include a theatre and the Antonine Baths,
the largest of their kind throughout the empire.
ENTICING CROATIAVoyages: V016 • V018 • V019 • V020 • V021
Dubrovnik frequently steals the limelight on the Adriatic’s eastern
fringe (indeed, you must set eyes on that charming huddle of red
rooftops within its mighty sea walls), though Split deserves a share of
the attention on the Dalmatian Coast. Its undoubted masterpiece is
the enormous Palace of Diocletian, an imperial retirement complex
dating from the fourth century, whose walls today contain a labyrinth
of alleys, into and around which quaint churches, bell towers and
other attractive buildings have added their own veneer over
the centuries.
Dubrovnik
Mykonos, Greece Rialto Bridge, Venice Mosque of the Olive Tree, TunisiaZakinthos, Greece
mediterranean
Every one of these destinations features onQueen Victoria’s 2010 fly-voyages.You’ll find details of each itinerary and savingson the insert – and tempting shore excursionideas on pages 10-11.
BETWEEN TWO CONTINENTSBest of Istanbul IST001: V017 • V018 • V019 • V020Bosphorus Cruise IST003: V017 • V018 • V019 • V020
Spilling intriguingly from Europe into Asia, Istanbul is a heady
blend of East and West. Ideal for first time visitors, the Best of
Istanbul tour combines many of its must-see sights, including those
awe-inspiring neighbours the Blue Mosque and church of St Sophia,
sprawling Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar, piled with gold,
leather and carpets. You may also choose to sit back and relax as a
Bosphorus Cruise brings the scenery to you: mighty palaces, the
impressive Bosphorus Bridge and Istanbul’s atmospheric silhouette
of domes and minarets.
THE JEWEL OF CRIMEALivadia Palace and Tea Ceremony YA2003: V017Scenes of Yalta YA2002: V017
Nestled between mountains and the Black Sea, Yalta’s picturesque
setting and warm climate has long attracted visitors – Anton Chekov
even lived out his final five years here. The Scenes of Yalta tour
memorably acquaints you with the sublime gilded domes of
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the fairy-tale Swallow’s Nest
residence perched precariously on a cliff top and the White Palace
of Livadia, where Churchill, Roosevelt and Stalin drew up Europe’s
post-war map. Perhaps pause for traditional refreshment on the
Livadia Palace and Tea Ceremony excursion to sample local
delicacies and a lively folk performance.
CRADLE OF CIVILISATIONThe Acropolis and The Plaka ATH006:V017 • V018 • V021 • V022 • V022ATaste of Athens ATH011: V017 • V018 • V021 • V022 • V022A
From Piraeus, The Acropolis and The Plaka excursion reveals the
iconic Parthenon that has crowned this ever-changing metropolis
for over two thousand years, along with a clutch of other important
sites like Hadrian’s Arch and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Delve
too into the 19th-century Plaka district, a charming jumble of
neoclassical houses, cobbled alleys, lively tavernas and tempting
shops. Perhaps even treat yourself to a Taste of Athens, when a
deliciously authentic Greek lunch and a traditional dance
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WhenQueen Victoria visits the mediterranean this year, she calls at every one of the destinations
mentioned on the previous pages and plenty more besides. While there are many ways in which to
appreciate the local scenery, culture and history from each port, none are as convenient as the shore
excursions carefully tailored for Cunard, each providing an illuminating insight free from last-minute dashes
back to the ship! Here, then, is just a taster of the treats in store around the mediterranean.
HE SIMPLEST WAY TO EXPLORET
PEARL OF THE ADRIATICDubrovnik by Land and Sea DBV006: V016 • V018 • V019
So dramatic are the curving city walls and hilltop forts that
bejewel Dubrovnik, you could happily gaze on them for hours.
The Dubrovnik by Land and Sea tour invites you to admire the
Old Town’s medieval majesty from the crystal clear Adriatic
waters before returning to dry land for a stroll through cobbled
streets and lively squares. As you weave between red-roofed houses,
you’ll discover the Franciscan Monastery, the cathedral and even a
14th-century pharmacy.
TUSCAN ENCHANTMENTFamous Italian Coasts LI1015: V016 • V019 • V020Treasures of Tuscany LI1003: V016 • V019 • V020
Unsurprisingly, most visitors to Livorno set a course for Florence or
Pisa’s famous bell tower. Yet there’s plenty more to captivate in this
corner of Italy. On the Famous Italian Coasts discovery, a scenic
drive leads to the stunning Gulf of Poets where Byron, Shelly and
D H Lawrence sought inspiration. In the quaint town of Lerici feast
on a delicious Ligurian lunch, while a boat trip reveals medieval
Portovenere’s spellbinding waterfront of narrow, colourful houses.
Or opt for the Treasures of Tuscany and its classic vistas of cypress
trees, olive groves and hilltop towns such as San Gimignano,
dominated by tall medieval towers, and Volterra, known for its
Etruscan artefacts and wonderful alabaster statues.
Dubrovnik
Blue Mosque, Istanbul Odeon of Herod Atticus, Acropolis, Athens
St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Yalta
Florence, Tuscany
THE BENEFITS OF BOOKING WITH CUNARDEvery effort is taken to ensure that your time on board is a
memorable experience, this care and attention is also applied to
shore excursions.
A skilled team carefully select local operators in every destination
to provide a tailored programme of excursions for Cunard.
When taking a shore excursion selected by Cunard, you have
the reassurance of knowing that you will never miss the ship.
The shore excursions team know exactly where each group is and
ensure all parties have returned safely. This peace of mind allows
you to explore the world of destinations at the end of the
gangway, and make the very most of your time ashore.
DID YOU KNOW?You can now reserve shore excursions online using ourhandy Voyage Personaliser.
For more information on all our destinations and shoreexcursions, please visit: www.cunard.com
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The young and the young at heart will love
The Victorian Sweet Shop – complete with
staff in period costume – which recently
opened on Queen Victoria.
Beside the Cunardia exhibit, the store is an
Aladdin’s Cave of large jars filled to the brim
with brightly coloured classics like pear
drops, black jacks, cola cubes and nougat,
while smaller bottles make superb gift ideas.
That’s not all. You’ll find jams, chutneys,
shortbread and traditional teas, along with
Harrods collectibles like teapots and mugs,
plus famous German Steiff teddy bears.
It’s all just too good to resist!
Find SweetTemptation
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It’s a natural partnership, bringing together two names with a similar
heritage (the V&A was established in 1852, little more than a decade
after our first voyage) and who have both, in our own different ways,
helped showcase riches across the world.
So you can take home souvenirs and gifts inspired by the V&A’s own
collection, which extends from shortbread, mugs, books and ties to
ornate jewellery including brooches, necklaces and one-off vintage
pieces that are as stylishly individual as you.
Inside, guests can trace our story and the
history of these colourful blended drinks.
Being a menu, it details the ingredients of
each and briefly traces its origins. From the
Pomegranate Margarita and Wild Hibiscus
Royale to several variations of martini.
This is backed up by a comprehensive
selection of spirits, which include a unique
Irish Single Malt and one of the world’s finest
tequilas, Tequila Clase Azul. What’s more,
rums from our favourite Caribbean islands
make a perfect way to round off a day ashore!
We even offer tasting experiences* on board
as an introduction to the different flavours
and mixes.
In addition, we have enhanced our
wine cellar across both the Old and
New Worlds, while a water menu, now
available in all dining rooms, features
five premium varieties from around the
globe. Cheers!
*Please note: a supplement applies.
Hemispheres , Queen VictoriaChart Room, Queen Mary 2
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ntroducing ‘Cocktails And Cunard’ITo help enhance the sophisticated sense of occasion in all our bars, lounges and
restaurants, we’ve created a stylish and extensive new menu, ‘Cocktails and Cunard’.
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Like many guests, Richard and Jane Smith singled out the eveningdining occasions for particular praise: “Queen Victoria‘s QueensGrill is a fabulous place. The view is exceptional, the food is exquisiteand the whole experience is extraordinary. We alwayschoose a table for eight and without exception have had agreat set of companions. In our view, dinner in the Grills isthe highlight of each day.”
They loved the Grills Lounge too – “a quiet sanctuary anda great place for pre-dinner drinks” – and enjoyed thebalance between the exclusive areas and majestic publicrooms on board. “We think that the Grills Experienceoffers all the benefits of a six-star small ship but,additionally, access to all the facilities that a small ship cannot offer – thebeautiful Royal Court Theatre, the Queens Room with its orchestra andelegant balls, various nightclubs and bars and shopping in the RoyalArcade.” Needless to say, they found the service “always impeccable”for good measure.
Keith Gledhill also wished to share treasured Queens Grill memories.On one occasion, the Gledhills embarkedQE2 on Mr Gledhill’s birthday.As they sipped a pre-dinner aperitif in the Grills Lounge just after sailing,
the Chef appeared to wish Mr Gledhill a happy birthday,adding that she would prepare his favourite meal. Sureenough, Coquilles St Jacques, rare rib of beef and a GrandMarnier soufflé appeared course by course. Asked howshe had known all this, the Chef revealed that the date wasrecorded in the Maître D’s diary, so she had personallycalled their regular waiter (who happened to be on homeleave in Belgium) that morning for his recommendations!
“My wife and I have experienced the Verandah Grill onthe originalQueen Mary and the Queen’s Grill on the subsequent‘Queen’ liners and they can match the finest restaurants in the world formenu choice, quality of food and wines, and impeccable service fromtruly professional teams.” For the Gledhills,Queen Victoria continuesthis tradition.
W e recently heard from two couples who have regularly stepped aboard our ships, both wishing to pass on their Grills
observations. Keith & Margaret Gledhill have been loyal Queens Grill guests for years, ever since the Verandah Grills on
Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth first captivated them. For Richard & Jane Smith, despite voyages on
several Cunarders, it wasQueen Victoria that provided their first Grills experience.
“We think that the
Queens Grill
Experience offers
all the benefits of a
six-star small ship”
Richard and Jane Smith Keith & Margaret Gledhill
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Those who have visited london’s victoria & albert (v&a) museum will have been dazzled by
fabulous exhibits drawn from the furthest corners of the globe. now its emphasis on world design has
arrived onQueen Victoria courtesy of a new v&a range available in her shops.
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IGHLIGHTS FROM OURELEGANT GLOBETROTTER
THANK YOU,CAPTAIN MCNAUGHTAs many of you will have heard,
Captain Ian McNaught joined our sister
company, Seabourn, at the end of January
after more than 20 memorable years with
Cunard Line.
The incredibly popular Sunderland-born captain joined the
company in 1987, where his first role was as a second officer
on QE2. Following a promotion to staff captain in 1999,
Captain McNaught landed his dream job, by becoming QE2’s
youngest ever Master in 2002. History will always remember him
for being the last captain of QE2 – indeed he was on the bridge
for her final voyage to Dubai in November 2008 – and he was
immensely proud of his association with this legendary ship.
More recently he has served as Captain on Queen Victoria.
Our guests and his fellow crew members will fondly remember
him as a friendly, amiable and sociable captain with a wonderful
sense of humour. We’re sure you, like us, will miss Captain
McNaught greatly, and are delighted to take this opportunity to
wish him every success for the future.
A classic Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic
Crossing is always a special event, an
uninterrupted opportunity to
appreciate Cunard’s unrivalled
service, sociable glamour and
supreme relaxation. This spring, we
hope to make this timeless experience even more of an occasion
as our 21 May eastbound crossing from New York to Southampton
has been designated a President’s Voyage.
Having become something of a tradition, this will be the first
President’s Voyage for Peter Shanks who recently took over as
the President and Managing Director of Cunard Line. Peter is
looking forward to stepping aboard our flagship for the seven-night
crossing and especially meeting first-time guests and you, our
loyal Cunard World Club members. Peter will host a number of
events including a Q&A session, and he hopes you’ll be on board
to join him.
sTep aboarD a presiDenT’s voyage
Queen Mary 2
At this time of the year Cunard’s ships are escaping the winter chill on their World Voyages.
Queen Victoria is currently on her third global adventure, and here are a few of the highlights so far.
Following calls in New York and Fort
Lauderdale, Queen Victoriamade her first
new acquaintances of this spectacular
circumnavigation, Grand Cayman and the
Colombian town of Cartagena, before she
arrived at the northern entrance of the
Panama Canal.
Over a period of an hour and a quarter
on a gloriously sunny morning, the three
chambers of the Gatun Locks gradually raised
Queen Victoria 85 feet into the beautiful
Gatun Lake, a protected wilderness swathed
in jungle. Being a Panamax ship, one at the
maximum size to make the transit, it was a
tight squeeze for Queen Victoria
as you can see from
the photo.
Of course, she made it through safely before,
later that afternoon, two more sets of locks
slowly returned her to sea level, where she
slipped under the Bridge of the Americas into
the Pacific Ocean bound for Acapulco.
Fresh from Burns Night (25 January), Australia
Day and India Republic Day (both 26 January)
celebrations, Queen Victoriamade her
maiden call to San Francisco on Wednesday
27 January. The sun had not yet peered above
the horizon as Queen Victoria entered the
famous bay; by the time she passed beneath
the iconic Golden Gate Bridge at around
6.30am, the sky had turned an inky blue and
the still morning air resounded with our ship’s
salute which the bridge returned. Once past
Alcatraz and safely alongside Pier 35, guests
could see this fabulous city waking up in the
pale morning light. As is custom, a plaque
exchange marked the maiden visit, and
Mayor Gavin Newsom was among the
many dignitaries to attend in Hemispheres.
During the ceremony, Captain Wright noted
that Queen Victoria had just clocked up
250,000 miles.
Leaving this stunning cityscape,
Queen Victoria‘s first ever visit to Lahaina
on the Hawaiian island of Maui provided an
altogether different welcome. As our
elegant ship berthed offshore, majestic
humpback whales breached the surface in
every direction; like our guests, they come
in search of warmer waters. While it was a
memorable arrival for all our guests, one
Toronto couple will never forget the day;
after all, Corey and Amy McKee-Beglin
returned to Queen Victoria as husband
and wife after their Hawaiian beach wedding.
Congratulations to you both!
Humpback whale and Queen Victoria, Maui
Queen Victoria transits the Panama Canal
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
New York
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For more updates on Queen Victoria’s
world voyage, including video clips, visit
the We Are Cunard blog
Importantly, there’s no need to worry if you do
not have a printer or internet access at home:
either we or your travel agent will be able to
send you a copy in the post.
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As you know, Cunard is proud to have forged a strong partnership withThe Prince’s Trust. Founded by HRH The Prince of Wales in 1976, theorganisation enables disadvantaged young people to take control oftheir lives by helping them back into work, education and training.
To continue our fundraising efforts, over eighty Platinum andDiamond Cunard World Club Members attended a special lunch aboardQueen Victoria on 8 November in Southampton. It began with a glassof Champagne in the Queens Room, where an impressive ice sculpturespelled out ‘The Prince’s Trust’ – complete with an apostrophe!
BBC newsreader Moira Stewart, who works as an Ambassador forThe Trust, then spoke about the importance of the charity’s work inmodern society. Chris Ekeleme movingly supported these words,recounting how he had successfully escaped East London gang lifethanks to opportunities presented by The Trust, and now shares his timebetween work as a Young Ambassador and at a South London school.
Finally, guests enjoyed a delicious lunch, whose menu had beendesigned by our Global Culinary Ambassador, Jean-Marie Zimmermann,and celebrity chef Todd English, who had jetted in from Las Vegasespecially for the event. Not only was it a wonderful occasion, the daywas also exceptionally successful, adding £8,350 to our current total of£469,170! So a huge thank-you to all involved!
QUEEN VICTORIAWelComes
THe prinCe’s TrUsT
an inviTaTion To
S et in 130 acres beside the New Forest National Park and
moments from the coast, Chewton Glen is a luxurious hotel and
spa, consistently rated among the UK’s finest. A proud member of
Relais & Chateaux, Chewton Glen was also named 'Top Hotel in the
British Isles 2009' by readers of Condé Nast Traveller. Now we’re
extending an invitation to discover its gracious hospitality for yourself.
That’s because Chewton Glen is delighted to offer a 10% saving on all
their fabulous 2010 events, exclusively for Cunard World Club
members. These events include gourmet wine dinners, history
lectures, renowned guest speakers, cookery demonstrations with their
Executive Head Chef, Luke Matthews, and many more besides.
On selected dates, you can even enhance the experience
with an overnight stay from just £119.50 per
person based on two sharing a luxurious Bronze
room. The price includes continental breakfast,
use of the award-winning spa facilities, VAT and
service charge.
To view all forthcoming special events and to enquire about ‘Pre and Post Voyage & Stay packages’exclusive to Cunard guests, please visit www.chewtonglen.com. To book, please call 01425 282212
or email [email protected] quoting ‘Cunarder’.
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Richard Curtis, Head of Marketing, Cunard Line; Moira Stuart, The Prince’s Trust Ambassador;Chris Ekeleme, The Prince’s Trust Young Ambassador; Paul Brown, The Prince's Trust;Rhiannan Sarah Spugeon, The Prince's Trust
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Cunard, its guests and staff haveso far raised over
£469,170On behalf of everyone at Cunard and The Prince’s Trust,
we thank you for your continued support
It’s easier with e-ticketingOnce you have reserved your thrilling Cunard voyage, you will now need to retrieve your tickets using the
Voyage Personaliser at www.cunard.co.uk, and bring these printed e-tickets with you when you travel.
This system conveniently allows you to
manage your booking at any time of day or
night. We will notify you by email when your
combined voyage and flight tickets are ready
to retrieve; to do so, simply fill in your details
online and follow the options to print.
We will still send you a pre-voyage mailing
around seven weeks before departure, which
will now include luggage labels. Should you
need extra labels, you can find printable
versions online too.
exclusive offers for this year’s special events
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ALUTING OUR
‘TOP SAILORS’We’re thrilled that so many of our guests return time and again.
Some, of course, spend more time on board than others and we
were recently delighted to recognise two couples as ‘top sailors’
for completing an impressive number of Cunard voyages.
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This photograph was taken of a selection of our ‘top sailors’, including ourQueen Elizabeth Madrina, Denise Farmer, during our 8-night Around the BritishIsles voyage on Queen Mary 2 last October.
Standing (left to right): Tina Warner, Peter Shanks, Michael Cook, Sheila Cook,Valerie Dix, Terence Dix, Denise Farmer.
Sitting (left to right): Jack Frost, Florence Frost, Commodore Bernard Warner,Mary Palmer, Frederick Palmer.
Mr and Mrs Cook received the ‘top sailor’prize on our Around the British Isles voyagehaving completed 49 voyages and 1795days on board.
Pictured (left to right): Rebecca de Reus,Voyage Sales Specialist; Peter Shanks;Michael Cook; Sheila Cook; CommodoreBernard Warner; Hinano Yeo, VoyageSales Specialist; and Ray Rouse,Entertainment Director.
Mr and Mrs Semmens received the‘top sailor’ prize during an EastboundTransatlantic Crossing in Novemberhaving completed 13 voyages and 461days on board.
Pictured (left to right): Wendi Hardy,Voyage Sales Specialist; CaptainNick Bates; Barbara Semmens;William Semmens; Hinano Yeo, VoyageSales Specialist; and Ray Rouse,Entertainment Director.
We always appreciate when guests
let us know about their on-board
experiences, and were intrigued to
receive this letter of ‘complaint’ from
Mr Bill Robertson. However, it soon
became clear that Mr Robertson’s
tongue was firmly in his cheek. And
like so many guests, he simply didn’t
want to disembark at the end of
his voyage!
“My complaint results,” the letter begins,
“from the fact that ever since myself and my
wife returned from our first ever cruise on
Queen Victoria’s ‘Iberian Serenade’, we
have discovered that nothing we experience
on land now comes close to matching the
standard of service we enjoyed aboard.”
Understandably, the Robertsons were
especially enamoured with Queen Victoria’s
culinary delights, although this seemed to
present its own drawbacks once back on dry
land: “we used to be perfectly happy with the
quality of the food and standard of the service
in our local restaurant, but sadly this is no
longer the case.” The couple also seemed to
find our indulgent afternoon tea a little too
tempting as well, declaring themselves “totally
addicted to cucumber sandwiches and scones
with cream and jam”.We can assure you that
you’re not alone!
A COMMON
CUNARD
‘COMPLAINT’
To make matters worse, the couple hadbeen celebrating their 25th weddinganniversary and their camera – with all theirphotographs – had just dropped into themiddle of the Atlantic, never to be seen again.
Or so they thought. They had not reckoned onthe thoughtfulness and detective work of acertain Benito Estévez, a Spanish trawlermanwhose nets picked up the camera 16 months
later off Europe’s western shore. Rather thansimply throw it away, Sr. Estévez decided toinvestigate and found five surviving images onthe camera’s memory card.
He posted the pictures on a cruise shipforum, which caught the attention of theBBC. Although Mr and Mrs Gregory live inSouth Africa, a friend in Oxfordshire wasastonished to see the couple on televisionone evening, and so the mystery was solved.Barbara Gregory was touched by the actionsof Sr. Estévez: “If I could hug him I would.The trouble he had gone to is incredible.”Now the Gregorys are considering anothertrip – this time to Spain to thank himin person.
Thanks to the BBCfor picking up this story.
a raTHer UnUsUal DevelopmenTin october 2008, Dennis and barbara gregory were crossing the
atlantic aboardQueen Mary 2 in tandem withQE2, when calamity
struck. as Dennis arose from his lounger to watch the dolphins that had
surfaced nearby, the couple’s camera flew off his lap and bounced over
the side of our flagship.
Each month, to appreciate the impeccable standards of our White Star Service, one member of crew on each ship
– nominated by both guests and colleagues – is named as the ‘Star of the Month’. Here are our deserving December winners.
With the company since 1995, Noeljoined Queen Mary 2 in 2005 as aBuffet Steward, and has sinceestablished himself as a favourite ofguests and Commodore BernardWarner, whose dinner Noel servesevery night! Always polite, responsibleand professional, Noel also has afantastic sense of humour. Thesequalities ensure Noel receives anumber of White Star nominationcards from our guests for everyvoyage – a rare feat in Room Service.
Wilfredo and his team play animportant behind-the-scenes role onQueen Victoria, custom-makingfurniture such as cabinets, chairs andeven ‘gingerbread houses’ for theChristmas display! In fact, it was theGalley Department who nominatedWilfredo for crafting these festivetemplates, which he did withcommendable enthusiasm giventhe very short notice –all thosewho saw the Christmas display inQueen Victoria’s Grand Lobbywould undoubtedly agree withthis choice.
Queen Mary 2Noel Lomandas, Buffet Steward
Queen VictoriaWilfredo Domondon, Carpenter
STARS IN Y UR EYES
