Bell Boy

Still have to disagree with you, ( I'm referring to your post 9 - referring to the photo provided by Port Royal you stated that you "Doubt BC will be like that") I confirm that exact trolley ! with the double 'Domed shaped Perspex covering' was brought to my table in Britannia Club on 5th June & 30th October Queen Victoria 2022. I am retuning back onboard Q .Vic next month 11th December and will endeavour to provide a photo .

Have to agree with you , It was exactly the same Trolley and service delivery in Britannia Club (Q.Vic) on 30th October ( and previously 5th June 2022) I'd be the first to complain if it wasn't !

Sorry I have to disagree with you ! I've completed my last two cruises in BC ( June 5th & October 30th 2022) a cheese Trolley 'identical that' was brought to my table almost every other evening in BC . A cheese trolley in PG QE ( October 2021) also brought to the table.

I don't want to correct you, but the boarding Pass only indicates the 'Arrival Time' for your/our Check-in, it's not necessarily the time we will embark . This is where there is a lot of confusion with 'ARRIVAL TIME and the time we eventually proceed through security and embarkation .

Yes used it the other week , I opted for Coriander my favourite.

Yes of course, Dancing has been back for well over a year now. The dance floor for Ballroom & Sequence was packed just last week on the Q.Victoria , the Yacht Club was even busier after hours.

Although the Lido 'lunch' will be closing down , there is always something available in the way of a light snack . I understand that Room Service commences shortly after 3pm on embarkation days ( Southampton & Brooklyn)

Well I'm afraid it has happen from time to time, however, as you are a seasoned Cunarder like me , I doubt very much you'd bother with cheap mini four night getaways . 😉

The reason is 'Cunard use this rule to cover them self ' Thy still have to right to limit over the top excessive amounts alcohol. For example Stag or Hen groups usually on four day mini cruises. It has been known to be enforced although it's very rare according to my former colleague ( who after retirement) took a part time security job at Southampton Ocean Terminal.

The afternoon tea in the 'restaurant on embarkation day' was only intended as a limited concept and part of the 'social distancing procedures' The Lido & Grill restaurants have now reopened for lunch and offer something more substantial.

And the occasional 'Tea Dance' which we had the other week. ( 30th Oct itinerary) No standing in line needed , just arrive 5 mins after opening time 😉

Not any longer. You are referring to mid 2021 when Cunard reintroduce itineraries ( post pandemic) on Queen Elizabeth. The Lido has now reopened for Lunch on embarkation day until 3pm Grills restaurants open for lunch for suite guests .

itstommoj, Just to add to my above post; Over the past week or so , 'Fremantle Shoreside Security' have been taking it upon them selves to confiscate any Alcohol prior to being taken onboard the ship, which was completely wrong. Cunard security has had to rectify this and returned confiscated liquor back to the guest owners . Just to confirm, Cunard Line allow a sensible amount of sprits & wine to be taken onboard their ships for personal consumption in ones stateroom ( corkage is payable if wine is taken into a restaurant or public bar venue)

Just all arrive together , once they understand you are all travelling together with your grandmother I'm sure the terminal agents will accommodate you,. Just to clarify, as so many people are often confused with the procedure ; The time on your 'Boarding Pass' is the 'Arrival Time' not the actual Embarkation time. You may be asked to take a seat until a counter is available before you can 'Check-In' After the checking in procedure you may be asked to take a seat to await the 'Embarkation Call' relating to your (suite/stateroom) booking category.

Clarification : In this present climate (post pandemic) Embarkation will not often take place any earlier than 13.00 (my past three cruises - or can often be later ) This past week Q.Vic the 'first call' was 13.00 The reason; All staterooms/suites & public venues undergo a good sanitisation including a fogging procedure. We are just going to have to get use to it whatever category we have booked.

Swjumbo, I'm confused with you comment re, security 'priority for Grills' What time did you arrive for check-in ? Grills are aways the first to be called to go through the security scanning system & embarkation, followed by Diamond, and then the other categories . If you arrived sometime later after 1pm then I'm afraid one is grouped with the other categories for embarkation.

Naturelovergirl , I also have see that post ( on another cruise forum) It is NOT clear if the poster was on the 'full Cunard fare' or originally booked on a Guarantee basis ( even though they mentioned 'Cunard fare') For the cruise of the 30th October I was dining in Britannia Club and I did observe long queues on deck 2, almost as far back as the Club Restaurant, however, what I can confirm is, that I met four guests (who enjoyed dancing each evening) who had originally booked open dining , and were not happy with the open dining concept that they had originally booked, apparently they had no problem changing to a later time of Fixed Dining. I've never understood the novelty the of open/freedom dining concept unless it is in Grills or Club Dining where one can walk directly to their table and be welcomed ( by name !😉) from their dedicated waiter . Being asked to return later or given a bleeper is not not my idea of a premium cruise line .

Britannia Evening Dining Times : I have just disembarked from Queen Victoria ( 11th November ) The new evening dining times in the Main Britannia Restaurant are as follows OPEN SITTING 5.45pm - last orders 9pm Lower Level Deck 2 FIXED DINING ( dedicated table and waiter) First sitting 5.45pm - last orders 6.15pm Second sitting 8.15pm -last orders 8.45pm Fixed dining on upper level Deck 3 These new dining times came into effect on the 30th October voyage 2022 The times for the evening performance have been brought forward to 8pm - 10pm After speaking with a Senior Cunard Executive ( from head office shoreside) who happened also to be onboard my cruise, I understand that the concept of Open & Fixed evening dining in 'the main Britannia' restaurant will 'eventually' be consistent across the Cunard fleet. ( the times may be adjusted once the cocktail receptions are reintroduced. ) QG/PG & Britannia Club Evening dining 6.30pm -9pm

Unfortunately yes , not only the occasional game , but Robes, Towels and anything else they fancy 😉

Clarification Re the Games ; My reliable Cunard source informs me, "'Due to 'one or two' unscrupulous Cunard guests who occasionally remove them into their luggage" "This method allows everyone to enjoy them" 😉

Well unfortunately it didn't last long 🥲 Masks for crew members are back on with effect from today 25th.

Silversea are also on the Ball too , with their Captains reception and Loyalty receptions, including ( I witnessed) the occasional officer dining with guests in the evening . Saga have been on the Ball with their receptions for several weeks now .

The members of the entertainment team will arrange these activities , one just needs to make a request weather permitting.

Anyone who complains of being bored onboard a Cunard ship is certainly working at it 😉

Entertainment during sea days; Cunard Line is one of the very few cruise lines left that provides 'live music around the ship'. Live music every evening in the Queens Room, the Golden Lion pub, piano music or soft jazz in the Commodore club. There is a Classical Trio that often play in and around the Grand Lobby or during Afternoon Tea. There is often live music out on the aft deck during sail away ( weather permitting) Other activities or entertainment include; Insight lectures ( usually three a day) Dance lessons/ Zumba/line dancing/ a daily quiz /Bingo/ Bridge groups / Classical piano recitals occasionally . Occasionally there is a Tea Dance during afternoon tea in the Ball Room. In fact there will be so much to keep you occupied that you will be running from one venue to another ! Top tip, Take a highlighter pen with you to highlight your daily programme.