Queen Mary 2 - Caribbean Celebration from New York
Cunard's legendary Queen Mary 2 departs New York for a 14-night Caribbean Celebration cruise, calling at Tortola, St. Maarten, Barbados, St. Lucia, Dominica, and Basseterre. As the world's only true ocean liner still in service, QM2 combines White Star heritage, Grill-class dining, and transatlantic pedigree with a deep Caribbean voyage featuring six port calls across the Lesser Antilles.
Price Range
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Mid-Range
*Prices vary by cabin type, sailing date, and availability. Confirm rates with Cunard before booking.
Ship Details — Queen Mary 2
View full Queen Mary 2 detailsYear Built
2004
Tonnage
149,215 GT
Passengers
2,695
Crew
1,253
Decks
13
Class
Ocean Liner
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About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Queen Mary 2
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Queen Mary 2 sailing. Based on 600 discussions.
Queen Mary 2 is not a cruise ship — she is the world's only true ocean liner in regular service, purpose-built to power across the North Atlantic on the historic Southampton-to-New York crossing. That heritage defines everything: a deeper, stronger hull that handles rough seas, a formal black-tie culture, white star service, and traditions like grand ballroom dancing and afternoon tea in the cavernous Queens Room. The vibe is elegant, civilized, and adult — a floating piece of Cunard history with the only planetarium at sea, a serious enrichment program, one of the largest libraries afloat, and even the only kennels at sea for guests crossing with their pets.
What People Love
- Genuine ocean liner built for the open Atlantic — far more stable in rough seas than a typical cruise ship, which makes the Southampton-to-New York crossing a bucket-list experience
- The only planetarium at sea (at Illuminations) plus a serious enrichment program with guest lecturers, a huge library, and a maritime history walk celebrating Cunard's legacy
- Princess Grill and Queens Grill dining are repeatedly called among the best food experiences at sea, with single-seating service and dedicated restaurants for suite guests
Common Complaints
- Technology lags badly — Wi-Fi is widely described as poor and expensive, there is no useful onboard app, and many cabins lack USB ports and adequate charging
- The Britannia main dining room and the Kings Court buffet get mixed-to-mediocre reviews, with complaints about limited variety and inconsistency compared to the excellent Grills
- The Grills 'ship-within-a-ship' concept feels weaker than rivals — lounges and deck space are dispersed rather than a cohesive exclusive enclave