First Class on the Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic (NYC to UK)

As someone who has had a fascination with ocean liners for my entire life, it has been a dream to sail the very last one in existence, the Queen Mary 2. Today that dream is becoming a reality as not only am I taking a classic Transatlantic trip aboard the iconic ship, but i'll also be doing it in first class, otherwise known as Queens Grill. Join me today as I embark on this once in a lifetime journey aboard the QM2, sailing in the incredible, 2 story, Grand Duplex Suite and hear my honest thoughts to see if both the first class and regular class are worth the money!

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Chapters:
Opening - 0:00
Cunard & Queen Mary 2 History - 1:00
Grand Duplex Suite Tour - 3:39
Queens Grill Perks - 12:01
Other Cabins & Suites Onboard - 14:30
Food - 16:49
Onboard Amenities - 20:48
Entertainment & Cunard Advantages - 24:20
Transatlantic Experience & The Ship - 28:21
Weird Design - 31:50
What I Paid & Pricing - 34:31
Score - 39:49
Final Thoughts - 42:03

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[NatetheAceOfficial]

I would venture a guess that you guys were the youngest in the Queen's Grill by more than a few decades.

[michaelgross-lv]

I was on the same trip seated near you in the Queens Grille and saw how much you were enjoying the QM2. Your video is terrific and captures the beauty and unique experience of the last ocean liner in service. Thanks for sharing your experience. Your maitre d was Mr. Osmond who has been with Cunard for 25 years and makes the amazing pasta table side. It’s a special treat to get it!

[GCubedProductions]

YouTube algorithm, please push this video to others so this man can rebound from the pricey upgrade

[Sreven]

Bright Sun Travels being sponsored by LTT is NOT something I was expecting lol. Good for them I guess

[tombuck]

I love that the main r\takeaway from Titanic was “We should go on a cruise!”

[Sulfuron]

I think a key factor to how fun and romantic a ship can be overall deals with the other passengers. The fact that everyone dressed up and actively participated seems to have made that trip extra special. I've always been an avid passenger liner lover, and even spent my first honeymoon night on the Queen Mary herself (as the floating hotel). I'm so glad you shared this because I've always been attracted to the idea of sailing aboard Queen Mary 2, but was always immediately intimidated by the massive, confusing selections available.

[jadenyager]

On behalf of all the ocean liner nerds out there, thank you. I don’t think I’ll ever be able to afford a trip like that (even the low class options) and it’s so nice to see such an in depth perspective into the experience on board. Feels like I’m really there.

[Benjiefrenzy]

I'm a deckhand on a ship that works in Halifax Harbour. The Queen Mary 2 calls at Halifax around once a year in the summer and it's always a treat to see her close up. Truly a beautiful ship.

[HoJSimpson]

My Food is ready and you drop a 45 Min Banger?. My friend... thank you.

[mernky]

I know these videos take A TON of money and effort to create and I just wanted you to know that I respect the quality and consistency of your uploads here. 🎉

[DarkpawTheWolf]

On a trip like this, I think it's one of those rare times that I'd prefer an inside cabin, looking down at the atrium. At sea, there's literally NOTHING to see other than water all the time. At least on the inside you could get the feeling of being on a hotel balcony looking down at the city streets (something I like to do when I travel).

[daveozip]

Wow - you love ocean voyages even more than I do by the sound of things. I was lucky enough to travel on the Queen Mary from Southampton to New York when I was a teen in the ‘60s. Of course this was a practical voyage not a vacation. But I loved going up to the open decks and hearing the horn blast it out at midday and listen to the Morse code being tapped out in the radio room. Those were the days…

[nmgg]

...your 2 story suite is more square footage than my HOUSE...what?! Lol

[lagoonmermaid]

I think cruises have changed a lot, but old-school cruise-y people LOVE getting dressed up. That closet would be their dream. Take all their most ostentatious, impractical best clothes. No need to worry about getting in and out of taxi, you can wear your most outlandish outfit and stroll through the boat on a mini catwalk, down to dinner. And then get changed into another outfit for evening entertainment.

[TechGorilla]

@25:57 - I am generally not super impressed when you mention entertainment on ships, but to see John Cleese in an intimate setting would have blown my mind.

[boogiedaddy]

I watch a lot of cruise videos, but only a handful make me want to instantly book a ticket - this was definitely one of those. What an impressive ship! The amenities and entertainment are right up my alley, as I'm not necessarily into upper deck waterparks and huge nightclubs. The regal and classic feel of the ship is just so breathtaking. This is now a bucket list trip.

[jamesaspinall]

Canadian YouTubers unite! Most unexpected crossover I never expected. lol

[leighmaesaka]

I'm so chuffed that you go to do this!! It looked SO COOL! I find most cruise ships highly suspicious, but OCEANLINERS (with or without my friend Mike Brady) are a different situation entirely. And it's great to see that it's not just me being weird, but a legit difference.
(Also OMG I can't believe you just got to see John Cleese, holy crap.)

[MGAFFY]

Wow, this really makes me want to take a transatlantic voyage on the QM2. I also love the fact most people seem to adhere to the classy dress code, that just makes it feel more period correct!

[Harmonca]

Also, that Simpsons writer really gets around. He was on my in-law’s Regent Seven Seas Australasia cruise recently. Nice way to see the world at a every low cost.