Cunard: Queen Mary 2

Queen Mary 2 exchanged whistle salutes with the foghorns on the Golden Gate Bridge

Welcome to Queen Mary 2, the grandest, most magnificent ocean liner ever built. She's a true heir to the timeless elegance, legacy and inspiration of the great Cunard liners of legend. You'll notice it the moment you walk through her doors into her soaring Grand Lobby, and be awed from the first instance you experience the famous Cunard White Star Service.

Yet this sophisticated monarch also boasts the most modern luxuries and amenities - from the pampering services of the only Canyon Ranch SpaClub on the seas to the fascinating Cultural Enrichment Program led by prestigious experts. This regal royal must truly be seen to be believed - come live the adventure. There is at least 101 things to do during a transatlantic crossing of the Queen Mary 2.

Ship Statistics

Length:

1,132 feet

Beam:

135 feet

Beam at Bridge Wings:

147.5 feet

Draft:

32 feet 10 inches

Height (Keel to Funnel):

236.2 feet

Gross Tonnage:

Approximately 151,400 gross tons

Guest Capacity:

2,592 lower berths
3,056 maximum capacity (Including third and fourth berths)

Crew:

1,253

Cruise Speed:

28.5 Knots

Power:

157,000 horsepower, environmentally friendly, gas turbine/diesel electric plant

Propulsion:

Four pods of 21.5 MW each; 2 fixed and 2 azimuthing

Strength:

Extra thick steel hull for strength and stability for Transatlantic Crossings

Stabilizers:

Two sets

Cost:

Estimated $800 million

Some Comparisons

QM2 is five times longer than Cunard's first ship, Britannia (230 ft.)
QM2 is 113 feet longer than the original Queen Mary
QM2 is more than twice as long as the Washington Monument is tall (550 ft.)
QM2 is 147 feet longer than the Eiffel Tower is tall (984 ft.)
QM2 is more than 3½ times as long as Westminster Tower (Big Ben) is high (310 ft.)
QM2 is only 117 feet shorter than the Empire State Building is tall (1248 ft.)
QM2 is more than three times as long as St. Paul's Cathedral is tall (366 ft.)
QM2 is as long as 41 double-decker London buses (31½ ft. each)
QM2's whistle is audible for 10 miles

More Interesting Facts

In 1839, Queen Victoria awarded Samuel Cunard the first ever license to deliver mail across the Atlantic, proudly granting his steam ship the honored title RMS (Royal Mail Steamer). In 2004 RMS (Royal Mail Ship) Queen Mary 2 was awarded this privileged title and continues to celebrate this golden heritage.

Queen Mary 2’s kennel program is available on all crossings between New York and Southampton in either direction, and is overseen by a full-time Kennel Master who takes care of responsibilities such as feeding, walking and cleaning the ship’s 12 spacious kennels. Traveling dogs and cats also receive a complimentary gift pack and other animal amenities. The kennels and adjacent indoor and outdoor walking areas are open throughout the day, enabling passengers to spend significant time with their pet. Reservations for the kennels may be made at time of booking, and are based on space availability. Contact Cunard for fees and additional requirements.

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Virtual Tour of the Queen Mary 2

Speakers/Special Programs 2010

101 things to do while cruising

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