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Queen of the Amazon. Queen Victoria made history this January, when she became the largest ever guest-carrying ship to sail the Amazon and to berth in the port of Manaus, . Her maiden 1800-mile roundtrip adventure from the ocean along this mighty river – often scenically flanked by jungle and steeped in mystique – was also a first for any of our current fleet.

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NEWS. 12-13 Tracing your ancestry across the Atlantic. 18-19 Famous faces for 2017. 8-9 All the latest from our ships and ashore. Explore your heritage on a genealogy crossing. From fashionistas to actors and a celebrity auction. 14-15 Atlantic Isles attraction. 20-21 Divine dining at The Verandah. 22 Portraiture and horticulture. The beautiful Canaries and Madeira cast their spell. Exquisite French cuisine on all three of our ships. Details of a royal birthday gift and a new RHS show. 16 Bloggers on board! 23 Relax and rejuvenate. 26 Ten years working together. Let our spas enhance your feeling of tranquility. Celebrating our partnership with The Prince’s Trust. Their ideas for ‘seizing the day’ on our ships. 24-25 Simply irresistible Sydney. 27 Cunard’s Top Sailors and FEATURES. An incredible city and a World Voyage favourite. White Star winners. 4-7 Queen Victoria’s refit. Her new-look suites, staterooms and public spaces. ON BOARD. Cunard, Above: Celebrated film and TV florist, Jenny Tobin, creates a stunning bespoke Carnival House, bouquet at The Goring Hotel in London in March, when we announced she will join 10-11 What’s in a name? 17 Insights from the Olympians. Queen Victoria’s Festival of Flowers cruise this June. Cover image: A Cunard Bellboy The intrigue and secrecy around the launch of QE2. Fascinating talks from British sporting heroes. 100 Harbour Parade, shows off Jenny’s beautiful bouquet on a walk through central London. Southampton, SO15 1ST Cover and above images credit: Christopher Ison.

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Queen Victoria’s refit. Her suites and staterooms reach majestic new standards.

On 5 May, Queen Victoria will head into dry dock in Palermo, emerging 30 days later more elegant than ever. We are making improvements right across this much-loved ship, improvements that we hope will be exciting news for every one of our guests.

Queens Grill Grand Suite, Q1 (bedroom)

Queens Grill Grand Suite, Q1 (lounge) Queens Grill Aft Penthouse, Q4 (bedroom) Queens Grill Aft Penthouse, Q4 (bathroom)

et’s start with her accommodation. We’re updating the soft We’ve also incorporated extra storage space as well as increased furnishings in each suite and stateroom and replacing all carpets, flexibility. Two luxurious full bathrooms, for instance, can be reconfigured L taking inspiration from our heritage with bold colour palettes. with a door to create a separate guest bathroom. The dining area has a You’ll also find upgraded high definition wall-mounted televisions in all new layout too, to include a snug and a butler service area that’s perfect accommodation as well as tea and coffee making facilities – with illy for preparing drinks at cocktail parties in your suite. coffee machines in Grill suites. Aft Penthouse Suites, Q4. Grand Suites, Q1. You may choose to stay in the luxurious comfort of the refurbished Q5 We’re giving these unique suites a distinctive fresh look, with their very and Q6 Grill suites aft on Deck 8 that we are upgrading to Q4 Penthouse own colour scheme and luxurious hand tufted carpets. The clever layout Suites. Features include the first floor-to-ceiling windows to grace and furniture configuration will enhance the incredible feeling of space, our ships’ accommodation, designed to allow in plenty of natural light. with plenty of thoughtful details. For example, the beds now look out Bathtubs will also offer views out to sea. Other flourishes include to sea and the TV in the bedroom lowers from the ceiling so as not to upgraded soft furnishings with bold statement cushions on the beds, interrupt the view. recessed TVs and wardrobes with a dressing area. Queens Grill Grand Suite, Q1 (layout) Queens Grill Aft Penthouse Suite, Q4 (wardrobe)

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Queen Victoria’s refit. Chart Room. One of the most-loved venues on board is moving to Café Carinthia’s present location on Deck 2. It will have a warm new Welcoming new spaces identity, combining modern elements with all the hallmarks of a timeless cocktail bar, such as rich wood tones and Art Deco detailing.

invite you to unwind in style. During the day, it will be an elegant spot to sip teas and illy coffees and enjoy light breakfast and lunch dishes. During the evening, when the lighting creates a cosier ambience, you may be more tempted by Our bars and lounges are the sociable hearts of our ships, places to mingle with old friends and classic bar drinks and stellar cocktails inspired by the celestial charts to meet new ones. So we’ve placed special importance on these areas during Queen Victoria’s from which ships used to navigate – as well as snacks, nibbles and indulgent Godiva chocolates. refit. Here is an overview of how we will enhance these much-loved venues and even created new favourites, including the Britannia Club restaurant with elegant balcony staterooms to match. Gin & Fizz at the Midships Lounge. Here on Deck 3, the Gin & Fizz menu will become a sparkling Chart Room destination for wines by the glass, especially your favourite Prosecco, Britannia Club balcony. Cava or Champagne. Alongside the bubbly, premium gins will take centre stage here, including those served from a replica spirit tap. You Yacht Club. We’re introducing the popular Britannia Club may order your choice exquisitely garnished with one of many tonics Formerly Hemispheres, the Yacht Club will dining concept aboard Queen Victoria as we on offer, or as part of an impressive martini range. Cocktails will be in become a destination to entice you right re-grade 43 existing Britannia staterooms. keeping with the theme, so expect a Fizz, a Flip and a Collins or two on throughout the day. With new furniture and a To complement these new staterooms, which the menu! statement carpet, it will host Insights speakers, feature premium balconies and a nine-pillow Q&A sessions, sports screenings and live music. concierge menu, a brand new Britannia Club During the evenings, there will be a variety of entertainment from jazz restaurant next to the main Britannia restaurant Winter Garden. ensembles to a DJ and party band for dancing into the small hours. on Deck 2 will offer a choice of dining between Within this comfortable and relaxing Deck 9 venue, we will enhance 6:30-9:00pm. The venue, in the current location the feeling of blending inside and outside. The floor-to-ceiling windows of the Chart Room, has been totally redesigned create a wonderful, light setting and promise sweeping views out to Aft sun deck. and will include plenty of those sought-after sea or over the port. A statement floor, the glorious glass canopy and We will extend Queen Victoria’s aft sun deck on Deck 9 to provide more tables for two. In case you’re wondering, there are elegant lounge furniture will all add an impressive dash of refinement. outdoor seating and loungers, including an extended shaded area. details of the new Chart Room opposite. This will be the place to savour an informal atmosphere from the It promises al fresco dining in the sunshine with food throughout the Britannia Club balcony stateroom morning until late into the evening. day, and the Lido Bar will stay open even after the sun goes down. C

Britannia Club restaurant Aft sun deck

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Emilia Fox, the voice of Cunard. You may have heard our radio advert on Smooth, Jazz, Magic or Classic FM earlier this year and recognised the voiceover. Well, the dulcet tones belonged to Emilia Fox, as you News from on board can see from this photo showing the star of BBC1’s Silent Witness in the recording studio and ashore. in December.

A prestigious honour for three Cunard Officers. We are delighted to announce that, shortly Our China Tea Service in Shanghai. before Christmas, Queen Mary 2’s Captain On 29 October 2016, our colleagues in China Kevin Oprey, Hotel Manager Robbie Howie hosted a memorable afternoon tea event at and Entertainment Manager Paul O’Loughlin the Langham Xintaiandi in Shanghai. The idea received the Freedom of the City of London was to showcase the best of our brand and the during a ceremony at the Guildhall. Their experiences on board for 40 specially invited future guests, bloggers and journalists. Even more to see from honour showed the gratitude of the Guards your stateroom. Museum for Queen Mary 2’s help in returning the last bag of Sacred Soil from Ypres in With the dawn of 2017, three new satellite October 2014. ‘The idea was to showcase channels arrived on the televisions of every the best of our brand and suite and stateroom aboard our ships. BBC HD The Freedom of the City, which dates back is a global channel showcasing documentaries, to 1237, affords all three officers a number the experiences on board’ dramas, soaps, comedy and natural history. of historical rights which includes grazing ITV Choice features a number of popular their livestock in certain areas of the city on Tables captured the elegance of our ships programmes such as Doc Martin and certain days – although we’re not sure they courtesy of Wedgwood china, carefully folded Coronation Street, while Prime One will have any livestock! All three are absolutely serviettes and appetising stands of scones screen popular titles from the US. thrilled, and follow in a proud tradition of and pastries. An etiquette coach was present Cunard officers being honoured, including too, and shared the time-honoured traditions There are also two new film channels on seven of our Commodores receiving a of serving authentic British afternoon tea, board and a return of the popular Arts and Knighthood during our history. including how to stir tea and how to eat a scone. History channel.

Transforming Pollywogs have previously crossed the equator) and crew. found guilty! They must also kiss a large and Awards and accolades. Pollywogs face accusations of minor made-up ugly fish before officially becoming Shellbacks. into Shellbacks! We’re proud to have recently received misdemeanours (such as taking a bite of a cake As you can see from the photos, it’s an occasion We’re sure many of you have heard of, and top honours in two categories of the and putting it back), and are then ‘gunged’ if that’s always full of fun. C even been part of, one of our ‘Crossing the Line’ www.CRUISE.co.uk People’s Cruise ceremonies. It follows an ancient maritime Awards. The public named us winners tradition of commemorating a sailor’s first of ‘Best Formal Nights’ and ‘Most Captain of the radio waves. crossing of the equator. Queen Mary 2 Glamorous Ships’, so thanks to all who (10 January), Queen Victoria (29 January and BBC Radio 4 listeners may have heard a voted. In addition, Travel Weekly readers 23 March) and Queen Elizabeth (2 March), all familiar voice on the 9 January edition of have selected Queen Mary 2 as the ‘Best hosted such an event as part of their 2017 ‘The Museum of Curiosity’ show (series 10, Luxury Cruise Ship’ in the magazine’s World Voyages. episode 1). Queen Elizabeth’s Captain 2016 Readers Choice Awards held at the Hashmi appeared on the humorous and Conrad New York Hotel on 15 December. It Pre-registered Pollywogs (those who have light-hearted panel programme, hosted was a fitting end to an incredible year for not crossed the equator before) appear at by John Lloyd and Jo Brand, in which our flagship, following her extensive refit King Neptune’s court beside one of the pools, three invited guests ‘donate’ fascinating in May. exhibits to an imaginary museum. Captain attended by various Shellbacks (those who Hashmi spoke entertainingly about various aspects of being at the helm of such an incredible cruise ship, including its 12-tonne anchor.

Crossing the Line ceremony on board Queen Victoria

8 | CUNARDER April 2017 cunard.co.uk | 9 FEATURE What’s in a name?

2017 marks 50 years since QE2 was launched on the Clyde on 20 September 1967. The launch also answered a question that had been on the minds of many...

hen Her Majesty The Queen (then was referred to throughout her gestation period The final selection of three names was decided Princess Elizabeth) accompanied and build prior to her launch) from the moment in May 1967 by Sir Basil Smallpeice, Cunard W her Mother to the launch of the contract was signed. There was pressure Chairman and his Deputy Ronald Senior. Queen Elizabeth in 1938 the world knew from Cunard’s New York office for a ‘Queen’ Sir Basil later confirmed that the three names that the biggest liner in the world was to be name, while the favourite in the UK – at least in were Queen Elizabeth, Princess Margaret and called Queen Elizabeth – great secrecy had the early days – was Princess Anne. Princess Anne. The final name was chosen by the surrounded the name of Queen Mary until Immediately before the launch more than same two men on Monday 18 September 1967 the very moment of her launch in 1934. 15,000 bets had been placed with the – just two days before the launch on Wednesday bookmakers and over 400 names were 20 September by Her Majesty The Queen. Once When Her Majesty named Queen Elizabeth put forward. But one name which was not this was done, a message was sent to the in Southampton in 2010 the world knew suggested was . Queen’s private secretary, Sir Michael Adeane, opened and the New York office would be able But it is difficult to know if it was a look of what name she was to give that ship. Just as at Balmoral – so at that stage only four people to announce the name. surprised delight that the Queen had, of her everyone knew the name of the new aircraft knew. The secret was kept to the very end. own choosing, decided to ignore tradition carrier The Queen named a few years ago. ‘Cunard’s wish to have the Public speculation continued, and Princess and to confer her name on Cunard’s ship – a But when Her Majesty travelled to A sealed envelope simply containing the name Margaret became the 4 – 1 favourite on the eve merchant ship. That would have been a singular on 20 September 1967 to name the new ship named after the Queen was sent to Cunard’s New York office on the of the launch when it was announced at the last honour from the Monarch. Or, conversely, Cunarder it was a different story… was perfectly well served by first flight on 19 September. It was to be placed minute that she would attend the ceremony. if it was a look of concern deriving from a in a safe and only opened if the scheduled live The yard workers had a different view and knowledge of what complication would ensue. There was considerable public and press the chosen ‘Queen Elizabeth’ broadcast of the launch to the States somehow chalked ‘Princess Anne’ on the hull – allegedly Probably a bit of both. interest in the likely name of Q4 (how the ship failed. The envelope would be retrieved and Captain Warwick’s (the ship’s Master Designate) preferred name. As soon as the Queen had surprised everyone, ship. Clarity at a distance it may have been, but including Sir Basil, controversy began. as far as clarity for the public was concerned But Cunard’s chosen name was not Princess there was little; QE2 was often wrongly referred Margaret or Princess Anne, it was not even In the name was criticised as being to as QEII throughout her long career. Queen Elizabeth II, let alone Queen Elizabeth 2. unimaginative, but in Scotland it was damned as “insulting”, “provocative” and “disgraceful”. The 50th anniversary of the launch will be It was simply Queen Elizabeth. commemorated with a special voyage by More than 500 calls were made to the various Queen Elizabeth in September this year. C One reason may have been that no British offices of Cunard in the UK, most of which merchant ship had ever been named after a congratulated the company on the choice. By Michael Gallagher, reigning monarch and the company did not Cunard PR Manager and Historian. wish to presume an exception. Later on the evening of 20 September in

New York the staff remembered about the Main: Her Majesty The Queen and Her Royal Highness But another reason of considerable weight envelope. Despite knowing the name they Princess Margaret admire the new Cunarder before the launch. Top: The newly named Queen Elizabeth the Second concerned the sensibility of the Scottish opened the envelope and it contained two slips into the Clyde. people, whose ship this indubitably was. words: Queen Elizabeth. So if the link had failed Cunard had built over 100 ships on the the New York office would have announced the Clyde in the preceding century. The company wrong name. QE2 50th Anniversary knew full well that in Scotland the present Queen is not Queen Elizabeth II – she is simply In his autobiography Sir Basil maintained that Cruise. Queen Elizabeth. To ignore such an historical he “could hardly contain” his delight when the Venice and the Adriatic fact would be resented – and, in any case, there Queen conferred her name in full on the ship. ◆ was no need to do so as Cunard’s wish to have Q729 8 September 2017 Southampton to Southampton the ship named after the Queen was perfectly But despite this being clearly her wish he says ◆ 17 nights well served by the chosen ‘Queen Elizabeth’. he proposed the use of the Arabic ‘2’ as it would ◆ Balcony from £3,429 not have been appropriate to use the “official ◆ Grills Suite SOLD OUT When the Queen proceeded at the launch designation of the Queen as sovereign” – that is, ceremony to name the ship ‘Queen Roman Numerals – in advertising. Book online at cunard.co.uk, Elizabeth the Second’ - not just ‘Elizabeth’, through your travel agent or nor even ‘Elizabeth Two’ – the fleeting look Cunard caused even more confusion by issuing call us on 0843 374 0000*. of consternation on Sir Basil’s face was a release on 1 February 1968 saying that the *Calls cost 3p per minute plus your telephone company’s obvious to the millions of television viewers Arabic 2 rather than the Roman II was chosen network access charge. tuned in to the historic event. “for clarity at a distance” on the stern of the

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Main: A selection of vintage photos. Above and botton left: Immigration Museum and inside, the Great Hall, Ellis Island. Below: Mary-Ann Ochota and Dr Suzannah Lipscomb.

e’re delighted to welcome aboard and Testament of Henry VIII and 1536: The Year experts from Ancestry, the world’s that Changed Henry VIII. You may also recognise W largest online family history resource. Dr Lipscomb from the historical documentaries With their help, you could start tracing your she presents on television, while she also own family tree back through the centuries writes regularly for publications including and across the continents. They’ll also show , The Daily Telegraph and BBC you how to undertake your own research History Magazine. C using Ancestry.co.uk, with access to census, military and immigration records, and more. AncestryDNA can take you a step further, from finding your recent Genetic Communities, through to identifying your ethnic mix from the last 1,000 years. Through this, you may even find living relatives you never knew existed.

As part of our Insights programme, two guest speakers will each provide additional insights into human history. One is TV presenter and anthropologist, Mary-Ann Ochota, who has a number of TV and radio appearances to her credit including archaeological TV show, Time Team. A research expedition last summer took her trekking for 43 days with 17 pack camels Ellis Island and New York’s across ’s Simpson Desert on the hunt Ancestry Trail. for aboriginal archaeology and the rare plants To enhance this entire experience, you can and animals that make life possible there. choose to round off your crossing with a On this special crossing, Mary-Ann will be fascinating two-night stay in New York, discussing these desert adventures as well as with a day’s tour to Ellis Island, where so British Archaeology. many millions of immigrants’ first stepped ashore in the Americas. You will explore Tracing your ancestry Dr Suzannah Lipscomb will also be aboard, to the vast immigration halls before an share her expertise in sixteenth-century history. illuminating guided tour around the A Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, her un-restored immigrant hospital buildings. across the Atlantic. books include The King is Dead! The Last Will M842 ◆ 4 - 11 November 2018 ◆ 7 nights The route between Europe and the US is one steeped in evocative personal stories of ◆ Balcony fares start from £1,199 adventurous spirits seeking new lives and setting down new roots with their family. ◆ Grills Suite fares start from £3,179 So Queen Mary 2’s Westbound Transatlantic departure on 4 November 2018 makes ◆ 2-night post-crossing package: £500pp based on double occupancy an apt place for our very first genealogy themed crossing. £850pp based on single occupancy Please note, shore excursions are an optional extra. All fares shown are based on two adults sharing a double room.

12 | CUNARDER April 2017 cunard.co.uk | 13 FEATURE Atlantic Isles

Main: Pena National Palace, Sintra. Opposite: Lava fields and Fire Mountain at Timanfaya National Park, Lanzarote. attraction. Sand dunes of Maspalomas, Gran Canaria. Below: Cable car, Madeira. Above: Coloured silk in a workshop, El Paso.

Around 70 miles west of Morocco, the Canary Islands and their Canary Islands Celebrations neighbour Madeira – some 250 miles further north – have long for Christmas 2018. drawn winter sun seekers thanks to a plentiful supply of warm Both Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria weather during our coldest months. Indeed we are among the will spend the 2018 festive season in the Canary Islands and Madeira – and their regular visitors to these beautiful Atlantic Isles. And the reason celebration cruises are now available. they remain such favourites is because they offer so much Queen Elizabeth more than simply topping up your tan. Q835 ◆ 17 December 2018 ◆ 12 nights ◆ Balcony fares from £1,999 ◆ Grills Suite fares from £3,499 survey the island from 11,660 feet, just a Gran Canaria. Book online at cunard.co.uk/Q835 This almost perfectly circular isle is known few hundred feet short of its summit. While the surrounding foothills of Teide National for its sandy south, where inviting beaches Queen Victoria roll back into the great dunes of Maspalomas. Park also encourage you to look down over V901 ◆ 23 December 2018 Inland you’ll find even more to captivate you. Its the island’s beauty, the area is also perfect ◆ capital, Las Palmas, was the stopping-off point for gazing upwards too. You could spend 14 nights ◆ for all four of Columbus’ Atlantic crossings. The an evening in the company of an expert Balcony fares from £2,499 ◆ building that claims to be his former house is astronomer admiring the clear star-filled sky. Grills Suite fares from £4,499 now a museum in his honour, set in the historic Book online at cunard.co.uk/V901 Vergueta district. If this inspires you onto the Lanzarote. Atlantic waves, stand-up paddle boarding is a This is probably the closest you’ll ever come to relatively new addition to the capital’s beach. riding a camel on the moon! An otherworldly Step ashore in 2017. To the north of the island, seventeenth-century experience takes you by dromedary through You could treat yourself to an end-of-year Arucas recalls the style of towns that the the incredible lava fields of Timanfaya sunshine escape in 2017 too, whether conquistadores exported to South America – National Park towards Fire Mountain, with its with Queen Elizabeth in November or on albeit with a large Gothic cathedral. Don’t forget dramatic red and black scenery. And while the Queen Victoria’s festive discovery. the stunning Banderas Crater either. volcano has left its stunning imprint on the Queen Elizabeth island, painter, architect and sculptor, César La Palma. you descend the steep streets by wicker sled. century manor house sometimes dubbed the Q733 ◆ 6 November 2017 Tenerife. Manrique has contributed too. You might visit This is an island of volcanic beauty, vineyards For a more serene day out, sip afternoon tea ‘Galician Versailles’. Nearby Vigo is, for many, an Iberian Adventure ◆ 10 nights When it comes to symbols, few in the Canaries his extraordinary cactus garden, with 11,000 and a charmingly compact capital of at luxurious Reid’s Palace, set on the cliff-tops invitation to seek out the medieval majesty of ◆ Balcony fares from £1,249 are as famous or as literally unmissable as varieties, or even his quirky house, half- welcoming plazas, a seventeenth-century overlooking the Bay of Funchal and surrounded Santiago de Compostela. Yet the fishing village ◆ Grills Suite fares from £2,299 Mount Teide. Ascending by cable car, you can submerged in lava bubbles. church – Iglesia del Salvador – and even a by lush tropical gardens. of Bayona is well worth considering too, and replica of Columbus’ Santa Maria. One way of course Vigo itself – a Segway tour offers an Book online at cunard.co.uk/Q733 to explore is by the quaint trolley train that Iberian gems along the way. unusual way of getting around! Queen Victoria rumbles along the main avenue. Further west Seeking out the Atlantic Isles on our ships stands El Paso, where you can glimpse into the offers an ideal excuse to make a few other At the Peninsula’s southern reaches stands V729 ◆ 17 December 2017 500-year-old tradition of silk weaving. Shoe calls en route and during your return. For Málaga. Birthplace of Picasso, the town is also Canary Islands Celebration ◆ 12 nights designer Manolo Blahnik, who was born and instance, many itineraries include Lisbon, with a gateway to Ronda, nestled beautifully in the ◆ Balcony fares from £1,848 raised on the island, has used the local silk for its captivating red rooftops and yellow trams. mountains, and even Granada, crowned by its ◆ Grills Suite fares from £3,699 some of his exquisite creations. For something new, you could always retreat Alhambra Palace – the ‘Jewel of Moorish Spain.’ Book online at cunard.co.uk/V729 to the hillside resort of Sintra, with its grand The Moorish influence is evident in Cádiz too, Madeira. Pene National Palace. where you’re within easy reach of Seville, and its prestigious Royal Andalusian School of Book online at cunard.co.uk, There are certain quintessential experiences on Equestrian Art, as well as Jerez in the heart this lush Portuguese-speaking island. Exploring In northern Spain, La Coruña reveals its many through your travel agent or of sherry country. Another much-loved call is the Botanical Gardens and the Farmer’s Market graceful buildings, including those whose call us on 0843 374 0000*. Gibraltar, with its unique take on British life. for example, or shopping for local wine or glass balconies gave rise to its nickname *Calls cost 3p per minute plus your telephone company’s Natural attractions here include St Michael’s network access charge. wicker goods rate highly on most to-do lists. of the ‘Crystal City’. Other intriguing visits Cave, prickled with stalactites and stalagmites Monte is another. Having ascended to the town include Europe’s oldest working lighthouse, Fares are based on two adults sharing the lowest grade and C the wonderfully named Tower of Hercules, and, of course, the formidable Rock. are subject to availability. Fares are correct at the time of going by cable car, with some breathtaking views to print. on the way, your return is more fast-paced, as and Pazo de Oca Gardens, a former 15th

14 | CUNARDER April 2017 cunard.co.uk | 15 FEATURE ON BOARD Bloggers on board, Insights from seizing the day! the Olympians.

We’re setting you, our guests, a challenge! We’re encouraging you to try something new, whether So far in 2017 we have already that’s a pastime you’ve never considered before, or an experience that’s totally unique to Cunard. welcomed one Olympic medal After all, you’ll always find plenty of inspiration on our ships, from active pursuits to learning new winner aboard, with two skills – even mastering a language you can use on your travels. golden stars of the games soon to follow suit. All provide We laid down this same challenge to two lifestyle bloggers, Emily Johnston and Faya Nilsson. The two spent a day on Queen Elizabeth on 3 January, and we set them different activities during their time aboard, which they shared with their followers. a glimpse into the incredible dedication required to achieve Emily, the editor of the blog FashionFoieGras.com Faya Nilsson is the founder of FitnessOnToast.com, success, how it feels to stand and self-professed handbag addict, started her and her first port of call was the spa, which in time aboard by creating her own bag at the Furla Faya’s words was “the only spa I’ve ever visited with on the brink of history and how My Play experience. This is available to all our views that change! Floor to ceiling windows of ocean those unforgettable moments guests in the Royal Arcade, and Emily opted for sunrises and sunsets lend a romantic and unique a “stunning red base, teamed up with a Cunard flavour to the experience.” Faya added, “My sports have changed their lives forever. exclusive gold flap.” Emily later attended a Champagne tasting master massage was fantastic and I’m fussy!” Next was an activity entirely new class during which she was pleasantly surprised to discover the art for Faya, as she was put through her paces in a fencing lesson. “This Colin Jackson, CBE. of pairing different types of bubbly with different courses. Or as Emily was truly a brand new experience to me. Like most things, once you tried Queen Mary 2’s 2017 World Voyage got off to a put it: “You learn something new every day. Champagne isn’t just for them you find a great new appreciation [of] the art form, and this was flying start with the presence of Colin Jackson. the canapés!” no exception.” He joined us in Southampton on 10 January for the first leg of our flagship’s great adventure, and headed south as far as Tenerife. During his five days on board, the Olympic silver medallist, two-time world champion and world record holder delighted guests with his friendly, inspiring and approachable manner, as well as with two intriguing talks. ‘Dare to Dream’ focused on his journey as a professional athlete through the achievements and setbacks that defined his illustrious career. Just as popular – perhaps even more so – was his second talk, ‘Strictly Come Dancing – the reinvention of Colin Jackson as a dancer!’ that offered a behind-the-scenes glimpse of his successful appearance on the show.

Kate Richardson-Walsh, OBE. Sally Gunnell, OBE. Queen Mary 2 ◆ M722 ◆ 15-22 Jun 2017 Queen Mary 2 ◆ M738 ◆ 13-20 Oct 2017 Kate is the charismatic captain who led Sally’s storming run to the gold medal in Great Britain’s hockey team to an historic the 400m hurdles of the 1992 Olympics Olympic gold medal in Rio 2016, and she in Barcelona is undoubtedly one of the will be travelling with her GB team-mate nation’s favourite sporting moments ever. and wife, Helen Richardson-Walsh. Kate She remains a national treasure, as well will share the secrets behind ‘Making as the only woman to hold all four major Olympic Hockey History’ describing how 400m hurdles track titles (Olympic, World, You can read about their days in full on their respective blogs. We also hope this will inspire Team GB set out a blueprint for success Commonwealth and European) at the you to try something new the next time you’re on one of our ships. So why not choose a class, a and how, as captain, Kate helped inspire same time. Today Sally is an established the team to glory. A second talk will focus on ‘Women in Sport,’ including motivational speaker, a healthy living ambassador and a television seminar or a fun activity from the Daily Programme, and share them on social media by tagging the team’s early challenges, the increased media attention and the personality, and sits on the board for Sport England. An ordinary Essex @cunardline and #SeizeTheDay. Have fun! responsibilities that come with being role models, such as helping to girl who achieved extraordinary, world beating feats, Sally remains an increase participation in the sport she loves. inspiration to thousands of people all over the country. C

16 | CUNARDER April 2017 cunard.co.uk | 17 ON BOARD Judy Garland Auction. M730A ◆ Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing ◆ 12-19 August 2017 ◆ 7 nights Judy Garland fans, here’s an important date for your diary! We are thrilled that Julien’s Auctions, known as ‘the auction house to the stars,’ will be joining us again this August, having showcased a Marilyn Monroe Collection on our flagship last summer. This time, they will be displaying and auctioning selected items of original Judy Garland costumes and memorabilia, including a Hartmann brand make-up case that accompanied her during a Cunard crossing, complete Famous faces on board. with a first class sticker!

As always, we’ve extended invitations to a number of well-known personalities to be part of our fantastic Insights programme. And we’re immensely looking forward to those who will be joining us on Queen Mary 2 over the coming months to entertain you and to share their incredible stories.

‘Auctioning selected items Transatlantic Iris Apfel. Fashion Week of original Judy Garland M732B ◆ Westbound Transatlantic Crossing costumes and memorabilia’ 31 August – 7 September 2017 ◆ 7 nights Following the success of our first Transatlantic Fashion Week last autumn, plans for the next haute couture crossing are close to completion. And we’re delighted that our headline guest for the event will be Iris Apfel, a Colonel Tim Collins, OBE. wonderfully flamboyant presence – and, indeed, virtual M725 ◆ Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing ◆ 6-13 July 2017 ◆ 7 nights royalty – on the New York fashion scene. Hailing from Belfast, Tim has served with the British Army in Northern Ireland and the First Gulf War among other conflicts. He is best known for the rousing speech he gave as Lieutenant Colonel to the 1st Battalion of the Royal Iris has worked in and around fashion and interior design Irish Regiment on the eve of the campaign to free Iraq in 2003. Opening with the evocative words, ‘We go to liberate, for her entire career. Now aged 95, and as free-spirited not to conquer,’ the speech is even said to hang in the Oval Office of the White House as a source of inspiration. as ever, jet-setting Iris has become something of an You can appreciate Colonel Collins engaging speaking style first-hand during this eastbound crossing when he icon, thanks in no small part to her signature look which discusses the subjects of teamwork, leadership, motivation, responding to pressure and overcoming adversity. combines bold round glasses, oversized bangles and necklaces, and rich, colourful garments. Her unique sense of style has frequently caught the attention of big-name brands, and Iris has featured in cutting-edge campaigns Samantha Barks. Bryan Batt. for Macy’s, Kate Spade and Swarovski among others. M728 ◆ Eastbound Transatlantic M733 ◆ Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing ◆ 28 July – 4 August 2017 Crossing ◆ 7-14 September 2017 We’re delighted Iris will bring her sharp wit, wisdom and 7 nights 7 nights energy to our next Transatlantic Fashion Week, including Finding fame on 2008 BBC talent Regular viewers of Mad Men, the what we imagine will be a very popular Q&A session. There show, I’d Do Anything, Samantha’s hit US series based around a 1960s will also be a screening of the documentary, Iris, which singing and acting talents have led Madison Avenue advertising agency, focuses on her irrepressible individuality and her tireless to a string of captivating stage and may well know Bryan for his two-time enthusiasm for fashion and art. screen performances. Perhaps most Screen Actors Guild Award-winning famously, she starred as Éponine performances as Salvatore ‘Sal’ It seems Iris is anticipating the crossing just as much as in the West End production of Les Romano. The actor, singer and dancer we are. She commented: ‘I’ve lived quite a life of fashion Misérables, before reprising the role has also appeared on screen in films and can’t wait to experience style at sea! I look forward to for the big screen version, which such as 12 Years a Slave, as well being inspired by the elegance and glamour of the occasion earned her widespread critical acclaim and a prestigious Screen Actors as numerous productions both on and off Broadway. During this and life on board, especially the formal nights on my Guild Award nomination. One of the film’s highlights was her stirring eastbound crossing, Bryan will participate in a Q&A session and voyage across the Atlantic.’ rendition of ‘On My Own,’ which may be on the bill when Samantha perform the brilliantly titled ‘Batt on a Hot Tin Roof.’ This one-man entertains our flagship’s guests with performances of musical theatre cabaret show is an affectionate tribute to Bryan’s home city of Credit: Gabriel de la Chapelle Credit: classics and songs from her new album. New Orleans, which fostered his love of music and theatre. C

Please note: all details are subject to change. 18 | CUNARDER April 2017 cunard.co.uk | 19 ON BOARD Divine dining at The Verandah.

As from last June, with its debut on Queen Mary 2 as part of our flagship’s refit, The Verandah has become the formal alternative restaurant across all three of our ships. It is a celebration of fine, contemporary French cuisine offering seasonal produce and influences.

ndeed, next time you cruise with us, why Italian delicacy of dry cured grey mullet roe. not step into this setting of calm elegance Seafood and fish – including clams, scallops, Ifor a memorable seven course gastronomic sea bream, sardines, lobster and langoustines experience. It is an adventure into the – feature highly on our menus, sourced signature regional flavours of southern France seasonally where possible. Lemons are from from an amuse-bouche, a starter and soup, the famous groves of the Amalfi Coast, the olive through to a main course, a pre-dessert and oil hails from 100-year-old Greek olive trees a dessert, rounded off with coffee and your and the butter has been smoked in the Test choice from the petit fours trolley. There may Valley. There’s even the temptation of delicious be moments of culinary theatre along the Galician Beef, steaks from retired farm cattle way, not least if you order the succulent lamb, up to 16 years old, incredibly tender with more expertly carved at your table. natural grass-fed marbling. ‘It is an adventure While The Verandah’s dishes may be French in So should you decide on a change from your into the signature inspiration, we have sourced our ingredients main restaurant, The Verandah offers a both from France and slightly further afield. wonderful evening or lunch ‘out’ on board for regional flavours of It means exceptional French specialities, a moderate cover charge. Needless to say, our such as Gascon Black Pig, Chalosse Duck and White Star Service enhances this experience, southern France’ Bayonne Ham, sit alongside dishes that proudly as The Verandah promises fine dining with a showcase Highland Venison or Bottarga, an superbly friendly ambience. C

Inspired by the original. The Verandah is inspired by the Verandah Grill on the original Queen Mary, which first welcomed guests over 90 years ago in May 1936.

The Verandah, Queen Mary 2

20 | CUNARDER April 2017 cunard.co.uk | 21 NEWS ON BOARD A special royal commission for Sherree Valentine-Daines. As one of the UK’s foremost modern impressionists, Sherree Valentine-Daines has won many admirers among our guests, with her work regularly displayed in Clarendon Fine Art, Cunard’s dedicated gallery on all three ships.

Her talents are greatly appreciated in royal circles too. Ms Valentine-Daines recently shared the exciting news that the organisers of Her Majesty The Queen’s 90th Birthday Celebration event in May 2016 had commissioned a painting as a gift for Her Majesty in honour of the occasion. With the commission came an invitation to attend a private reception at Windsor Castle where the painting was presented to Her Majesty.

The commissioned painting shows Her Majesty and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh in the setting of Windsor Home Park and includes Carltonlima Emma, one of Her Majesty’s ponies. As you can imagine, Ms Valentine- Daines declared herself “thrilled and honoured” to have received such a prestigious commission. C A wonderful day awaits at RHS Chatsworth Flower Show. Relax and rejuvenate. This summer will see a new addition to RHS’s Inspirational Gardens.  As you well know, our ships are all about leaving the ordinary and the everyday far behind. portfolio of world-class flower shows. Set in the Show Gardens are a The spa on board each perhaps epitomises this sense of blissful escape more than anywhere else grounds of spectacular Chatsworth House, RHS much-loved feature of all RHS Flower Shows but at on board. So devoting an hour or two to your wellbeing during your next cruise could be the perfect Chatsworth Flower Show will run from 7-11 June Chatsworth designers will enhancement to your time away with us. (RHS Member’s Day 7 June), and we are proud to have the opportunity to push be sponsoring the Grand Piano Stage. their creative boundaries even further with ground-breaking Acupuncture. Medi-Spa. categories like FreeForm. This ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture Should you wish to try something a little Spectacular Floral Displays. dates back thousands of years, and has different, the Medi-Spa on board offers a A striking interpretation of Joseph Paxton’s Great Conservatory, which was become known around the world as a highly variety of cosmetic skin treatments to help originally located within the grounds of Chatsworth, creates a magnificent effective form of complementary therapy. It smooth and contour the skin, which can leave centrepiece to the Floral Marquee which will house floral displays and a is one of our most popular services on board you feeling revitalised. Our fully qualified wide selection of nurseries. and can help relieve a number of conditions – Medi-Spa Physician, trained in the latest such as back and joint pain, sea sickness and techniques for skin rejuvenation, carries out Great Shopping. stress – within a wonderfully calm, tranquil all treatments, which are safe and always Independent retailers and artisans will offer a wide selection of environment. Being on a cruise for a week adhere to the highest levels of medical care. unique design-led products and delicious food you’re unlikely to find or longer also offers you the opportunity to Dr Brad Herman, MD, supervises the Medi-Spa on the high street. enhance the positive effects of acupuncture by on our ships, a leading and innovative name in A Celebration of Local Heritage. completing a full course, rather than once- cosmetic medicine with degrees from several weekly treatment. Tiffany Coffman supervises of America’s foremost universities. C Craftspeople will demonstrate how time-honoured local traditions, such as the acupuncturists on our ships. She has a dry stone walling and well-dressing, are being practised in surprising and Master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine contemporary ways. C and Herbology, and a Bachelor’s degree in both Come and see us at the Cunard stand. See back cover for our exclusive World Club Member offer. Psychology and Professional Health Sciences.

22 | CUNARDER April 2017 cunard.co.uk | 23 FEATURE Simply irresistible Sydney.

We just can’t stay away from Sydney. At least two of our ships sail f the countless ways to see Sydney, catwalks on its huge frame to the summit Sydney looked in the nineteenth century among to swim, surf and soak up the sun. If you fancy let’s start at the top. A thousand feet 400 feet up. For a more sedate experience, the preserved lanes, historic pubs, heritage stretching your legs along the shore, the Bondi into the world’s largest natural harbour early each year as part of Oup in fact at the Sydney Tower, whose Mrs Macquarie’s Chair is a lovely spot to sit buildings including Cadmans Cottage and even to Coogee coastal walk offers six kilometres of our World Voyage, coming to rest close to two of Australia’s most distinctive golden turret is visible for miles and contemplate the bridge. Found on Mrs a small museum. Nearby Sydney Observatory scenic walks in the bracing sea air. Even closer around. It claims to be the first place to Macquarie’s Point, it’s a bench carved out of combines star gazing with a glimpse into to the city centre, the Royal Botanic Garden iconic man-made landmarks, the Sydney Opera House and the see dawn in the city and certainly offers an solid sandstone by convicts two hundred years centuries gone. The building itself evolved from encourages a peaceful, leisurely stroll or even Sydney Harbour Bridge. Sydney will offer its incomparably warm incredible overview, whether from its interior ago for Governor Macquarie’s wife, Elizabeth. a hilltop fort and is today a working museum, a fascinating tour of the area’s rich Aboriginal Observation Deck or outside on its recently Finally, down at sea level, a ride aboard the where you can find Australia’s oldest working history. Taronga Zoo, meanwhile, may introduce welcome to our ships again in 2019, as Queen Victoria makes added Skywalk feature. How about clambering Manly Ferry not only takes you to Manly Beach, telescope, dating back to 1874. There are you to some of Australia’s unique wildlife. Here an overnight stay and Queen Elizabeth visits no fewer than four up the ‘Coat Hanger?’ That, of course, is a but also offers a chance to see the city’s outline plenty more historic buildings to admire along in the spectacular location on a headland near times as part of an epic Australasian discovery. common nickname for the Sydney Harbour as you go. To peer into the past, The Rocks Macquarie Street – which leads to Sydney the mouth of Sydney Harbour, you can come Bridge, and you can walk along the steel district is a must. Here you can imagine how Opera House – such as Government House, face-to-face with kangaroos, koalas, echidnas St James Church and the imposing brick Hyde and various bird species, as well as the quirky Park Barracks, a former convict house that is residents of the Platypus Pool. C now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

We also recommend you call in at the majestic Queen Victoria Building which takes up an Exploring in Sydney. entire block on George Street. Originally built All the places and experiences mentioned as a market building, it’s now one of Sydney’s here can be visited on our optional shore most prestigious shopping destinations, and excursions which can be booked through the cavernous interior features an original Voyage Personaliser. nineteenth century staircase, a glass dome, grand arches and stained-glass windows. Staying longer in Sydney. Speaking of stained glass windows, St Mary’s With historic charm and contemporary Cathedral is close by too, and may also feature style, Pier One hotel, part of the Autograph highly on your ‘to do’ list. Standing close to Hyde Collection by Marriott, is ideally located Park – named after London’s version – it is an on Sydney Harbour waterfront. It is an excellent example of the English Gothic style, easy walk to the Opera House and Royal and your camera will surely be drawn to its Botanic Gardens as well as the Rocks’ dramatic twin-spired façade. cafés and nightlife. The hotel offers in- room spa treatments and massages along To continue your cultural discoveries, you could with their stylish accommodation. For that head for the Museum of Contemporary Art – extra special evening, enjoy a drink or meal housed in a fabulous Art Deco style building at The Gantry Bar and Restaurant with its – or the Art Gallery of New South Wales. The magnificent views of Sydney’s waterfront. illuminating Australian Museum is the nation’s oldest museum with a focus on natural history Rates for Pier One hotel are from £190pp for the first night and from £140pp for additional nights. and anthropology, while the Powerhouse Museum is dedicated to science, with a number of interactive exhibits. Of course, we cannot forget Sydney Opera House, where you could savour an unforgettable night at the opera on one of our shore excursions. Its name is actually a little misleading, as the building contains not one but several acclaimed performance venues; foremost among them are the Concert Hall, home to the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, and the Joan Sutherland Theatre, the Sydney residence of Opera Australia and The Australian Ballet.

For all we’ve mentioned so far, perhaps it is Sydney’s outdoor spirit that makes the city so Main: Queen Mary 2 celebrates her welcoming, a feeling enhanced by the warm 10th Anniversary call in Sydney during her 2017 World Voyage. Top left to temperatures at the time of year our ships visit. right: Royal Botanic Garden. Museum Heritage Room of Contemporary Art. Bondi Beach. One of the most famous spots to appreciate © James Morgan this is Bondi Beach, where Sydneysiders flock

24 | CUNARDER April 2017 cunard.co.uk | 25 NEWS OUR TOP SAILORS Ten years Celebrating our loyal guests. We know how the sociable, welcoming ambience of our ships, working together. not to mention the impeccable service, mean that many of you return to cruise with us time and again. We’re always delighted During 2017, we will celebrate a decade of our partnership with The Prince’s Trust. It has been to welcome back familiar faces, and here are those who have extremely rewarding to raise funds for such a worthy cause, helping to transform the lives of recently spent the most days aboard. disadvantaged young people across the UK. As The Trust continues to help those aged between Guest Name Cruise Number Nights Sailed 13-30 develop the confidence and skills to overcome challenges and move into work, education or Mr Ramon Dansa Q704 3,141 Mr Ramon Dansa training, we continue to offer our support with your help. Dr and Mrs Richardson V621 2,522 Lord and Lady Bevercotes V702 2,220 Mr Holden and Mrs Langton M627A 2,159 Our latest World of Work Tour. Mr Terry Waite V706 2,044 On Tuesday 22 November 2016, we about their personal experiences of living Mr and Mrs Phillips Q705A 1,847 invited twelve young people aged between on board and building a career at sea. 17 and 23 to join us on Queen Elizabeth in These included On Board Trainer, John De Mrs Joan Harwood V708 1,841 Southampton for a World of Work Tour. The La Cruz, Entertainment Director, Amanda Reid, Mrs Elizabeth Eastoe V619 1,756 team were undertaking The Prince’s Trust Team the Sports Hostess, Jackie Hebron, and Youth Mrs Dennie Farmer M704 1,713 Programme in Southampton and Portsmouth. Staff member, Sarah Hayward. Mr and Mrs Umpleby V701 1,408 Mrs Dennie Farmer The aim of the programme is to help young Following the World of Work Tour, people to build confidence, to establish The Trust sent us this lovely message: direction in their lives, to improve their skills to STARS OF THE MONTH help them get into work and to address issues “On behalf of our young people we around anxiety. There were many different would like to say a huge thank you for interests within the group, such as engineering, contributing your time and skills to deliver retail, hospitality and hotel management, and a workshop on our Team Programme. At one of the benefits of our World of Work tours is a time when young people need our help Cunard’s White Star Service. to explore some of the possibilities that may be more than ever, we are incredibly grateful open to them. that you have taken the time to help As you know better than most, excellent service is synonymous with Cunard. these young people move forward with The group looked around Queen Elizabeth and their lives.” That’s why we always encourage you to share your appreciation for crew met a number of her crew members, who talked members who really stand out during your cruise. Here are those dedicated individuals who have been singled out for praise over recent months. £2 million October November December January

£1.738 million From Remastering to fundraising! Even the Remastering of Queen Mary 2 last year has helped raise money for The Prince’s Trust. When we refreshed all the furniture and artwork from the suites, staterooms and public areas as part of this incredible project, we wanted to Emiliano Sajol Reinaldo Guiterez Randy Perez & Feliciano David Radovan Orlandic find a home for the pieces that were still in good Bosun Head Waiter Utilities Receptionist condition. So we recently held a public auction Queen Victoria Queen Elizabeth Queen Mary 2 Queen Victoria online. You may have been involved and perhaps Oliver Cruz Christina Collo Silvia Rodriguez Heredia Chief Carpenter Queens Grills Grand Duplex chairs, set of two £1 million are now the proud owner of prints and paintings Kennel Master Waitress HK Deck Supervisor and Carpenters team you’d long admired on board, or even furniture To date we’ve raised £1.738 million Queen Mary 2 Queen Mary 2 Queen Elizabeth Queen Elizabeth such as the chairs shown here. The latest and we’d like to take this amount raised was an impressive £49,613 with Edwin Soriano Michal Uhlik Ulysses Raut Binu Mohan ‘£49,613 was raised’ opportunity to say ‘Thank you’. Waiter Crew Services Manager Able Seamen Waiter all proceeds donated to The Prince’s Trust. Queen Elizabeth William Evans Margarito Ceballos Queen Mary 2 Assistant Crew Services Able Seamen For more information about Cunard and The Prince’s Trust or to donate visit Manager Payroll Augusten Panes Febee Abugao Ordinary Seamen princes-trust.org.uk/cunarddonate. Text CUNARD to 70660 to donate £3. Crew Administrator Queen Victoria Queen Victoria You may be contacted about the work of The Prince’s Trust and more ways you can get involved. To give £3 but opt-out from further contact, text ‘CUNARD NO’ to 70660.

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