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Queen Mary 2
Cunard

Queen Mary 2

Elegant Transatlantic Heritage Culture Seekers Seniors Luxury Seekers

Year Built

2003

Passengers

2,691

Tonnage

148,528 GT

Decks

17

About the Ship

Queen Mary 2

Queen Mary 2 is the only true ocean liner in service, designed for the legendary Transatlantic Crossing. She features the largest ballroom at sea, Planetarium, and the iconic Cunard Grill dining hierarchy.

Ship Highlights

  • Large resort-style ship with extensive amenities
  • Premium all-inclusive amenities

Dining Experience

Cunard maintains the grand tradition of ocean liner dining with the Britannia Restaurant, Britannia Club, and the exclusive Queens and Princess Grills with single-seating fine dining. Afternoon tea in the Queens Room is a beloved daily ritual.

Entertainment & Activities

Cunard features Royal Shakespeare Company performances, planetarium shows in Illuminations (QM2), ballroom dancing with a live orchestra, and the world's largest library at sea. The Insights enrichment program features distinguished guest speakers and themed voyages. With 17 decks to explore, there's always something new to discover.

Staterooms & Suites

Cunard categorizes staterooms by grade, each with specific dining assignment. Britannia staterooms are elegant and well-appointed, while Queens Grill suites feature butler service, exclusive dining, and access to the Queens Grill Lounge and private terrace. Queen Mary 2 accommodates up to 2,691 guests.

Good to Know

This mid-size ship strikes a great balance between amenities and an uncrowded atmosphere. Many amenities are included in the fare, but check what's covered before boarding to budget accordingly.

Specifications

Ship Details

Cruise Line
Cunard
Year Built
2003
Passenger Capacity
2,691
Gross Tonnage
148,528 GT
Length
345.0m
Speed
30.0 knots
Crew
1,253
Decks
17
Registry
Bermuda

Visual Journey

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Ship Layout

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Sailing Schedule

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Guest Experiences

Traveler Reviews

What cruise travelers are saying about Queen Mary 2.

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"Our experience on Queen Mary 2 was absolutely incredible. The ship is beautiful and well-maintained, and the ports of call were amazing. We booked all our excursions through Vacation Booker and saved a fortune compared to the cruise line prices."
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Michael K.

Cunard | Jan 2026
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"This was our third cruise on Queen Mary 2 and it never disappoints. The staff is wonderful and the itinerary was perfect. We used Vacation Booker for a private snorkeling tour that was the highlight of the entire trip."
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Diana P.

Cunard | Nov 2025
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"First-time cruisers and we chose Queen Mary 2. The ship exceeded all expectations. We loved how easy it was to book our shore excursions in advance, and the return-to-ship guarantee gave us total peace of mind."
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Alex W.

Cunard | Dec 2025
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Luxury cruise ship at sunset

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