Thursday, July 22, 2010

101 Things To Do on a Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Crossing: Part 6


Cunard's Queen Mary 2 sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco
By now you’re beginning to see why Cunard Line published this list on their website, and in their new electronic brochure for transatlantic cruises. Queen Mary 2 is probably now the most famous destination between New York and London, carrying more passengers transatlantic than any other cruise liners. It is the definition of luxury travel, and getting there is truly half the fun. Truly an icon for the modern era, Queen Mary 2 has all of the majesty of her historic Cunard predecessors, plus a complete list of amenities to appeal to the 21st-century sensibilities of its clients. Show Stoppers and Life’s Simpler Pleasures make up our final post in the series of 101 Things To Do on a Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Crossing. I’m certain you’ll see why.
Royal Court Theater on Queen Mary 2

Show Stoppers
64.  Dance, dine and enjoy music from the classical to salsa at the Captain’s Black and White Ball.
65.  Watch 16 sensational dancers and singers from Europe perform in the extravagant Apassionata at the Royal Court Theatre.
66.  Delight in our newest musical show, Crazy in Love – laced with satire and a spake of romance.
67.  Take a salsa, cha cha or Latin dancing class, then try line dancing in the Queen’s Room.
68.  Delight to the performance of Oscar Wilde’s famous comedy, The Importance of Being Earnest, at the Royal Court Theatre.
69.  Join the pianist in the Gold Lion Pub for a chorus of “Ship of Fools”.
70.  Enjoy live jazz in the Chart Room…
71.  …Or classical concerts in Illuminations.
72.  Relive the Golden Age of Travel, when Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller ruled, with Big Band Night in the Queen’s Room.
73.  Take a complimentary gaming lesson in the Casino, then see if what you learned pays off at the tables.
74.  Let loose and boogie down in the stylish G32 nightclub.
75.  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.
76.  Enjoy the serene sounds of a piano and violin trio in the Grand Lobby.
77.  Experience Viva Italia! – our new original Cunard musical celebrating everything Italian.
Commodore Club on Queen Mary 2

Life’s Simpler Pleasures
78.  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.
80.  Embark on a literary journey at a meeting of the Cunard Book Club.
81.  Find your favorite vintage Cunard poster in the bookshop to take home.
82.  Schedule a primping and manicure in the Canyon Ranch Spa Salon before the Captain’s Cocktail Party.
83.  Attend a book signing with the best selling mystery author Dick Francis.
84.  Check out the gorgeous pavé earring set at H. Stern in the Mayfair Shops
85.  Drop the kids off for fun in The Play Zone.
86.  Learn critical survival skills like napkin folding or knitting with the Social Hostess.
87.  Join a dart competition at the Golden Lion Pub.
88.  Buy an extra bag for all you’re bringing home from the Logo Shop.
89.  Join musicians and fellow guests for an afternoon sing-along in the Grand Lobby – lyrics included.
90.  Admire the $18,000 “Happy Queen Mary 2″ watch at Chopard. (You can dream)
91.  Take a glass elevator ride to the observation deck for a sky-high ocean adventure.
92.  Laugh ’till you cry at John Cleese who’s appearing in the Royal Court Theatre.
93.  Practice your karaoke at The Golden Lion Pub.
94.  Enjoy a nighttime turnaround on the Promenade Deck and stargaze.
95.  Pamper yourself with a facial or pedicure at Canyon Ranch Spa Club.
96.  Attend a champagne art auction and bring home a memory in oil or watercolor.
97.  You’ve always wanted to learn shuffleboard, right? Here’s your chance!
98.  Pick up some gifts for those poor souls back home in the Mayfair Shops.
99.  Relax like a celebrity, in true Golden Age style, on a Deck 7 teak chair, and check The Crossing off your life list.
100.  Let an Ayurvedic massage prepare you for your return to the real world.
101.  Six days aboard Queen Mary 2 is not nearly enough time – so visit the onboard sales office to begin planning your next Cunard
voyage!

What is your favorite part of a transatlantic crossing on a larger ship?

All images are courtesy of Cunard Cruise Line

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