I was certain that her windows were strong enough to withstand the stormiest of seas, but I had no idea that they were designed to be the equivalent of a metal barrier. That's a fascinating detail that most passengers might not be aware of.
I have to agree with Stephen, the QM2 Commodore Club is such a charming and relaxing space, especially in the evening when the blinds are down and the pianist is playing.
My husband and I love a good scrabble game at one of the tables at Deck 2 or 3, sitting right next to those wonderful windows. It is especially great during a Transatlantic in the winter season with the sea being all shades of green, blue, grey and murky, not to mention the views of the waves going against those windows! Very impressive!
I absolutely love the Britannia Restaurant - I felt so privileged to be dining in there, despite the fact I was sleeping in a cheap little inside cabin upstairs. I sailed on there just after the recent refit in December, and found the ship to be looking absolutely beautiful! I'm actually not a huge fan of the Commodore Club - the views are lovely, but I found it to smell quite strongly of cigar smoke up there unfortunately! Really enjoyed this video - I love your insights!
I've had the privilege of sailing her and will be again this summer. I have to agree that the Commodore Club is a truly wonderful space, especially if you can get a seat along the windows.
I remember sitting in the chart lounge bar one night whilst my wife was watching a show and there was a storm and lightning going on outside , an almost surreal scene whilst having a cocktail. We absolutely love the QM2 and love listening to Stephen Payne. My favourite space is also the commodore club.
Potentially I agree, the Commodore Club is a great space. Sadly however it suffers from permanent, inescapable and distracting background music. Its not possible to read without distraction, to chat quietly or to silently contemplate the sea, the comfortable seating and the elegant surroundings. How does this enforced imposition of someone else's choice of music enhance this space? When I asked why this music is enforced, I was told "everyone wants it", well in over a hundred weeks of cruising no one ever asked me if I wanted it! I'm left having paid £10,000+, to either be forced to listen, or not to be able to use this space - I choose the latter.
What's YOUR favourite space aboard QM2?
QM2s commodore club is so much nicer than the ones in the others
The Britannia Restaurant is my favorite space. It's the grandeur , the ambience, and the atmosphere.
I was certain that her windows were strong enough to withstand the stormiest of seas, but I had no idea that they were designed to be the equivalent of a metal barrier. That's a fascinating detail that most passengers might not be aware of.
Leaving today, can't wait to go to The Commodore room.😊
What a great and informative program. Thank you. I love the Commodore Club very much too. Hope on my next QM2 sailing, you are on board too.
Wonderful, Chris! How nice of you to share this with your audience. Excellent interview!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for sharing such interesting snippets of the longer conversation.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I have to agree with Stephen, the QM2 Commodore Club is such a charming and relaxing space, especially in the evening when the blinds are down and the pianist is playing.
My husband and I love a good scrabble game at one of the tables at Deck 2 or 3, sitting right next to those wonderful windows.
It is especially great during a Transatlantic in the winter season with the sea being all shades of green, blue, grey and murky, not to mention the views of the waves going against those windows!
Very impressive!
So interesting
Thank you for sharing!
My pleasure!
I absolutely love the Britannia Restaurant - I felt so privileged to be dining in there, despite the fact I was sleeping in a cheap little inside cabin upstairs. I sailed on there just after the recent refit in December, and found the ship to be looking absolutely beautiful!
I'm actually not a huge fan of the Commodore Club - the views are lovely, but I found it to smell quite strongly of cigar smoke up there unfortunately!
Really enjoyed this video - I love your insights!
Stephen Payne certainly thought of everything when he designed QM2. I would love to sail on her. Interesting to hear what his favourite spaces are.
I've had the privilege of sailing her and will be again this summer. I have to agree that the Commodore Club is a truly wonderful space, especially if you can get a seat along the windows.
@@ajs11201 How lovely. Have a wonderful cruise.
Loved this one!
A great ship
Is Payne involved in Queen Anne too?
Hello! So far as I know he hasn’t been involved in QA.
We are fans of the Golden Lion Pub!
You're welcome
I have been thinking about a QM2 cruise when I retire.
Some people call her (Queen Mary 2) Queen mimasaur.
I remember sitting in the chart lounge bar one night whilst my wife was watching a show and there was a storm and lightning going on outside , an almost surreal scene whilst having a cocktail. We absolutely love the QM2 and love listening to Stephen Payne. My favourite space is also the commodore club.
What's the 'fogor'(?) that QE2 lost so many times? Google did not help. Must be spelled differently?
Fog Horn** 😂
He said foghorn, not foger
@@ChrisFrameOfficial Thanks, so they have those on the bow also not just on top deck/funnel?
:D I was wondering, too. Not everyone who listens is a native speaker! Thanks for asking, and thanks for the answers!
@@Olaz1 QM2 has two on the bow, one on the mast and two on the funnel. QE2 had one on the bow, and two on the mast.
Potentially I agree, the Commodore Club is a great space. Sadly however it suffers from permanent, inescapable and distracting background music. Its not possible to read without distraction, to chat quietly or to silently contemplate the sea, the comfortable seating and the elegant surroundings. How does this enforced imposition of someone else's choice of music enhance this space? When I asked why this music is enforced, I was told "everyone wants it", well in over a hundred weeks of cruising no one ever asked me if I wanted it! I'm left having paid £10,000+, to either be forced to listen, or not to be able to use this space - I choose the latter.
It wasn’t always like that. Cunard was once renowned for its live music only and no pumped background noise. Shame it’s changed really.
Terrific insights