A TOUR OF THE ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA

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  • Опубликовано: 19 мар 2023
  • Join me for a private tour of the late Queen's favourite home - The Royal Yacht Britannia. Go beyond the ropes for a look inside the private apartments, including the Drawing Room, State Dining Room, the Queen's Study, and even her bedroom.
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Комментарии • 376

  • @tylerch8
    @tylerch8 Год назад +5

    I had the pleasure to do the Britannia on my trip to Edinburgh in 2013. I’ll never forget the experience.

  • @amandaacosta4591
    @amandaacosta4591 Год назад +70

    The Queen first visit to a foreign country was Panama, my beloved country navigating the previous Royal vessel The Gothic. It crossed the Panama Canal while the queen and Prince Philip visited Cristobal on the Atlantic side and Panama City on the Pacific. As a 14 year old student (given the day off) I lined one of our narrow streets on her way to Panama presidential palace in a yellow convertible Cadillac with red leather upholstery. She was so delicate and to me, ten feet away, the most beautiful english rose. I am 84years old now sitting in my back patio next to my mango tree, retired bilingual Panama Canal claims expert, your loyal suscriber, ... and the yellow Cadillac belonged to my cousin Josefina. Her father, a successful businessman gave it to her as a graduation present in 1952.
    Surprised you, eh!

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Год назад +9

      What an incredible story - thank you so much for sharing it here with us all! Have a lovely day x

    • @margaretmcgill526
      @margaretmcgill526 Год назад +7

      Really interesting comment! Thank you. I'm from Canada and I did see the Queen 4 times in my life all in Canada. The first time at 5 years old. She did get around. The Queen had the most beautiful complexion even as she got older.

    • @Sharon_Mc
      @Sharon_Mc Год назад +4

      That was so lovely to hear about. Thank you.

  • @cacy1008
    @cacy1008 Год назад +14

    My dad worked in the Engine room 😊

  • @Mike8981
    @Mike8981 2 месяца назад +3

    What a charmer our Nicolas is.

  • @janetclaireSays
    @janetclaireSays Год назад +102

    This was fascinating! I didn't realize the ship was still kept up and available for use for tours and parties. Thank you for the tour!

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Год назад +4

      My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it!

    • @janetclaireSays
      @janetclaireSays Год назад +3

      @Repent and believe in Jesus Christ when your comment has nothing to do with the subject, no matter what your comment is about, you are trolling.

  • @steveconradius390
    @steveconradius390 Год назад +3

    0:40 The Queen looks so happy and relaxed. I think she was a very private person and the Yacht was the perfect, intimate space for Her & The Royal Family.

  • @cecwintonyk8228
    @cecwintonyk8228 Год назад +6

    This was special as it brings back memories of when my husband and I toured the yacht in 2012. Thanks for sharing.

  • @randyrice1429
    @randyrice1429 Год назад +32

    Thank you so much, Nicolas. The royal yacht does not disappoint. It's beautiful. Even the engine room is gorgeous.

  • @LMays-cu2hp
    @LMays-cu2hp Год назад +5

    Thank you fir sharing this tour. This is simply this best traveling at the time for the Royal Family.

  • @imogenethomas1138
    @imogenethomas1138 Год назад +23

    Nicolas, I can’t thank you enough for the tour! I have always wanted to se Britannia. It is even more fabulous than I expected.

  • @EveD123
    @EveD123 Год назад +4

    Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

  • @guadalupeknippen528
    @guadalupeknippen528 Год назад +11

    Thank you Nicolas for this lovely tour. It is fun to see how other people live. 🐕🇺🇸

  • @BillPritchard
    @BillPritchard Год назад +18

    I have ALWAYS wanted to see The Royal Yacht Britannia! Looks like you got to go past the cords a bit, bringing us closer to the authentic experience. Thanks for sharing, Nic! xoxo

  • @rebeccazahn5299
    @rebeccazahn5299 Год назад +3

    I ❤ anything Royal Family. Thank you from the USA.

  • @gardeninggrandma5247
    @gardeninggrandma5247 Год назад +13

    What a wonderful tour! I thoroughly enjoyed it! I felt totally emersed in the tour, as though I was there! Since I may never be able to see it in person, I appreciated seeing behind-the-scenes of the famous vessel!

    • @royalyachtbritannia
      @royalyachtbritannia Год назад

      We hope you can visit The Royal Yacht Britannia one day too!

  • @elizabethmaysonet892
    @elizabethmaysonet892 Год назад +2

    Nicolas love xx l remember you saying it will be a honor and a bonus to see the queen you have accomplished your wish and you were able to visit the Britannia shop where the queen and family love and stayed thru out there journey. Awesome spectacular view my sweet Nicolas love their rooms and their office. Nice to see where they enjoyed their lives together and all the ship is fantastic. You are so cute with the Captain Hat 🤠 it is beautiful on you Nicolas . Thank you for bringing me to see this beautiful place . Our Queen was so happy and loved by all . See you soon love. Take care Nicolas. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @richiej5884
    @richiej5884 Год назад +8

    Thank you so much for the tour Nicholas. It was not only enjoyable, but informative as well. It's so nice to see a piece of royalty and history preserved!

  • @trainsupporter9088
    @trainsupporter9088 Год назад +4

    Wonderful video Nicolas! Thank you!

  • @marilyndejesus4108
    @marilyndejesus4108 Год назад +3

    Hi Nicolas I am from Puerto Rico .I enjoy this video very much .Thanks for this tour.Have a good week.

  • @debbiedavidson4877
    @debbiedavidson4877 Год назад +2

    My husband and I toured the yacht 5 years ago when our cruise ship stopped in Edinburgh…it’s so beautiful in person!

  • @TheLeslieMichelle
    @TheLeslieMichelle Год назад +1

    Queen Elizabeth II had such great taste. Everything was neat, clean, coordinated, and in its place. Thanks for sharing this tour with us.

  • @gailhorrocks
    @gailhorrocks Год назад +2

    Ohhhhhh....
    This was one of the most exciting videos I have seen from you...
    I looovvvveeed viewing the rooms and envisioned the Royal family and guests aboard.
    I was 5 when I sailed on the Queen Mary ( 1960). My mum, brother and I were in second class . My brother and I would sneak up to first class at night and watch! Lol we never got caught...well.. not from anyone except mum. We were ģoing to England back to my mums home in Norwich.
    The casualness of the rooms, almost understated reminded me of the Eisenhower's and Churchill's home.
    This was brillant...

  • @ReneeRichterthisonesforyou99
    @ReneeRichterthisonesforyou99 Год назад +2

    Just watched the episode about the Royal Yacht on the Crown. So interesting to then get a tour of it. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @shirleywormald3197
    @shirleywormald3197 Год назад +2

    The Corgi in the hospital bed made me smile 😊 fascinating video,thank you Nicholas.

  • @mrswbraden
    @mrswbraden Год назад +3

    Thankyou dearest Nicolas for such an amazing and educating trip! I didnt spend a thing and thoroughly enjoyed myself.
    you are such a love xoxoxox

  • @pamelaevans6485
    @pamelaevans6485 Год назад +2

    How great to see the Royal yacht. Thank you very much; I thoroughly enjoyed the tour.

  • @irmatorres7155
    @irmatorres7155 Год назад +26

    This video is absolutely FANTASTIC. Thank you for taking us here and showing us such beautiful rooms on the Royal Yacht Britannia.

  • @yvonneb2327
    @yvonneb2327 Год назад +3

    Thank You Nicholas , , this video brought back many memories of life at sea with my husband a ship's captain , I understand why the Queen enjoyed life at sea so much . My husband's old school held a reunion dinner on board about 4 years ago a great success .

  • @johnlgasper2348
    @johnlgasper2348 Год назад +2

    Fascinating thank you very much for posting this . Happy Spring

  • @veroniquekersale3543
    @veroniquekersale3543 Год назад +17

    We visited HMS Britannia last august and loved it. I can understand the queen needed this place to really feel at home.
    Thank you to remind us this great moment of our stay in Scotland

  • @barbseibert8303
    @barbseibert8303 Год назад +3

    Thank you so very much for taking us on this wonderful tour. So special. I hope some day you have a party there!

  • @mickabackhome2997
    @mickabackhome2997 Год назад +4

    Thank you so much Nicolas, this was so interesting! 😊

  • @deborahmeyers551
    @deborahmeyers551 Год назад +2

    Ohhhh how lovely thank you Nicolas 💜

  • @alisonpena4577
    @alisonpena4577 Год назад +3

    I had always wondered what happened when the yacht was retired. I’m so pleased to see it preserved and available for tours and for private bookings. I was especially impressed with the engine room! 😊

  • @anneneedham9325
    @anneneedham9325 Год назад +1

    Thank you Nicholas for the tour I visited the Royal Yacht many years ago and it was lovely to see it again

  • @TheGlamorousLifeofNae
    @TheGlamorousLifeofNae Год назад +6

    This was so interesting! I didn’t want it to end. 💖 Thank you Nicolas!! 🥰

  • @jpatterson4016
    @jpatterson4016 Год назад +1

    Wow, adding this to my list for when we come to Edinburgh.
    Afternoon tea on the Britannia🎉😊

  • @bluumz-n-veg
    @bluumz-n-veg Год назад +4

    Thank you very much for this, Nicolas, I really enjoyed it. If ever I should be fortunate enough to visit Edinburgh again, H.M. Yacht Britannia is on my must see list!

  • @sharrontaylor4744
    @sharrontaylor4744 Год назад +2

    Nicholas, TY for such a enjoyable tour! Towards the end there-had to smile when I saw the P&G BOLD laundry detergent!! Thanks again!🇺🇸👋

  • @janicester
    @janicester Год назад +1

    Thank you! This made my day. I absolutely love the Yacht. The colors, the wood, the brass/metals, and how they made it a home away from home. I was picturing the Queen and her family being there and imagining what it would feel like to live that life... especially back in the 50s...a time in history I wish I could snap my fingers and be living in myself. ♥♥♥

  • @jimwalker76
    @jimwalker76 Год назад +1

    What a special treat. Thank you this wonderful treat.

  • @figsandthistles
    @figsandthistles Год назад +7

    Perfect timing for me as I'll be in Edinburgh next week. I was unsure about this spot but you've helped me to make up my mind: I'm making time to visit Britannia!

    • @royalyachtbritannia
      @royalyachtbritannia Год назад

      We hope you were able to visit and enjoyed your time aboard!

    • @figsandthistles
      @figsandthistles Год назад

      @@royalyachtbritannia We did, and it was absolutely worth the visit!

  • @mariabanholzer5960
    @mariabanholzer5960 Год назад +2

    Waouh! What a nice discovery Nicolas!!!!!!🥰😍

  • @deborahhuckaby4623
    @deborahhuckaby4623 Год назад +2

    Wonderful video! I would love to take a tour! Thanks for sharing. Happy 1st day of Spring 🎉❤

  • @davidandniko3428
    @davidandniko3428 Год назад +5

    Awesome to see such history. Definitely very nice but much more down to earth decor than I would expect. Thank you for giving us this look into history!

    • @michaelmontagu3979
      @michaelmontagu3979 Год назад

      The Queen and Prince Philip wanted something simple and comfortable.

  • @carolinemcdonald6289
    @carolinemcdonald6289 Год назад +1

    Hi Nicolas, such a beautiful ship, thanks for inviting us along ⛴️, Caroline Ireland 🇮🇪

  • @lorieastside1
    @lorieastside1 Год назад +2

    fantastic!! thank you!!

  • @anaz8749
    @anaz8749 Год назад +2

    Dear Nicholas ,
    So nice to see you
    always so classy and such an inspiration
    Love , love your blogs
    ❤🇨🇦

  • @marilynbunte5376
    @marilynbunte5376 Год назад +4

    What a fun time touring the Britannia with you. It would be great fun to host a small dinner party of friends and family.

    • @franklinstephen3268
      @franklinstephen3268 Год назад

      Hello how are you doing?

    • @royalyachtbritannia
      @royalyachtbritannia Год назад

      Indeed, The Royal Yacht Britannia is available for exclusive use evening events, just as Her Majesty entertained presidents and prime ministers on board.

  • @katiekaa4563
    @katiekaa4563 Год назад +2

    This was an amazing video. I would love to visit the Britannia.

  • @stephenbruce2600
    @stephenbruce2600 Год назад +2

    Great tour/ video. Thank you x

  • @feliciabourque
    @feliciabourque Год назад +2

    That is one gorgeous ship

  • @nherna51
    @nherna51 Год назад +2

    Beautiful! Thank you for the tour of such a special yacht. It’s wonderful the Britannia can still be experienced today.

  • @denisegadreau9726
    @denisegadreau9726 Год назад +2

    You were in your element, Nicolas. It was an enjoyable tour. Thank you for sharing something that was dear to you.

  • @lornamarie5544
    @lornamarie5544 Год назад +2

    Below deck is one of my favorite tv shows, it’s so interesting seeing this version. And they did have separate rooms like on the crown 😁

  • @Mark723
    @Mark723 Год назад +3

    Amazing! Thanks for the tour. Will you be touring Edinburgh Castle once the weather warms up...?

  • @allyp1088
    @allyp1088 Год назад

    Fascinating having a little glimpse into this amazing piece of history

  • @nubbyrose87
    @nubbyrose87 Год назад +3

    Very enjoyable video!🙏
    I’m embarrassed to admit I didn’t know Edinburg was on the coast. 😬 Had to confirm via google maps. 😳 😂

  • @katiem6773
    @katiem6773 Год назад +3

    What an enjoyable video. Thanks Nicolas. So interesting to see this beautiful ship and your commentary.

  • @cagodinez
    @cagodinez Год назад +1

    Thank YOU for bringing us around a piece of history! Much appreciated and enjoyed your voice overs. You'll make an excellent tour guide!

  • @sarac.3259
    @sarac.3259 Год назад +4

    What a delightful video, Nicolas! I had forgotten about the Royal Yacht. Definitely worth a visit next time I go to Edinburgh.

  • @martiseelye6443
    @martiseelye6443 Год назад +1

    Wonderful! What a treat! Thanks for taking us aboard, Nicholas.

  • @gerdabreig9689
    @gerdabreig9689 Год назад +2

    That was great, thank you for the tour. Beautiful ship❤

  • @claudiamann7111
    @claudiamann7111 Год назад

    Thank you so much for the wonderful tour. Love seeing things like this. I hope there are more.

  • @kristiecox7350
    @kristiecox7350 Год назад +1

    Well thank you sir for taking us on an adventure that we most likely would never see. 💕

  • @ValentinaStJohn-cv6fu
    @ValentinaStJohn-cv6fu Год назад +1

    The combination of you, the beautiful way you speak and the tour of this rare gem make such an enjoyable experience. Thank you so much!♥️

  • @lynnstash2247
    @lynnstash2247 Год назад +1

    Wonderful tour ~~~ Thank you for sharing. You would be a great voice behind the tours Nicolas, your voice is so soothing & lovely.

  • @sundancita
    @sundancita Год назад +17

    Thank you so much for the tour, Nicholas! That was really interesting and I was particularly struck that nothing seemed over-the-top extravagant or ostentatious. It was all very tasteful and a lot of it quite humble. And their beds seemed very small. That surprised me. I liked seeing the little dogs in each room also. I'm sure they are Corgis!

  • @joanfreestone1707
    @joanfreestone1707 Год назад

    Thank you, Nicholas, for this lovely tour of Britannia. I'll never get to see it in person so I'm happy that you shared it with us.

  • @nahha9529
    @nahha9529 Год назад +1

    What a wonderful tour! It's so nice to see something from the past being kept so well for the future. 😀

  • @claudiavaldez2896
    @claudiavaldez2896 Год назад +1

    Just Wonderful! Thank you Nicolas 😊

  • @adelegargano3831
    @adelegargano3831 Год назад

    Loved visiting this yacht when I was in Scotland a few years ago. Had tea and scones, and enjoyed the whole visit. Thanks for reminding me of my trip.

  • @SBooher1
    @SBooher1 Год назад +1

    Thanks very much for the tour. I have been intrigued by the Royal Yacht since the last episode of the Crown. It is quite beautiful, as one would expect.

  • @dianebaker5243
    @dianebaker5243 Год назад +9

    What a fantastic tour off this beautiful royal yacht. Thank you for showing us around. 🥰

  • @patriciarowley7195
    @patriciarowley7195 Год назад

    Thank you for the tour Nicholas. That was absolutely facinating!

  • @bettinaschmid1158
    @bettinaschmid1158 Год назад +1

    Thank you, great fun!

  • @TheZeyre
    @TheZeyre Год назад +1

    Excellent! I saw The Crown episode where they wanted to port this beautiful sailing ship! Thanks for the tour!

    • @martinwhite8333
      @martinwhite8333 Год назад

      As a tax payer I do not see why their luxury should be funded by the great British public; the Queen's sickening level of entitlement re this yacht was nauseating.Parasites, the lot of them.

  • @brendaeisenbraun226
    @brendaeisenbraun226 Год назад +1

    Thank you so much for a tour I may never see-it is spectacular-and thank you for your calmness it helps me calm down-from New York!

  • @carole8142
    @carole8142 Год назад +1

    Thank you Nicolas for sharing this beautiful timepiece with us all. You looked good in the Captains Hat - Captain Nicolas - it suits you. Thank you so much.

  • @lesleystuart5328
    @lesleystuart5328 Год назад +2

    Great tour

  • @markglonek490
    @markglonek490 Год назад

    Very much enjoyed Thank you for taking the time to video

  • @anne321
    @anne321 Год назад +1

    Very interesting. Thanks for sharing. Happy Spring Equinox. Take care Nicolas.💚✌️

  • @alcg3981
    @alcg3981 Год назад +1

    Fascinating!❤❤

  • @yamito3809
    @yamito3809 Год назад +1

    Wow, that yacht was a complete cruise but in a smaller size!

  • @shanaproctor100
    @shanaproctor100 Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing this tour. It was so interesting. I would love to see it in person one day.

  • @ruralangwin
    @ruralangwin Год назад

    Thank you Nicolas! Just a great little look at culture and history! Very enjoyable!

  • @joniwilliams4212
    @joniwilliams4212 Год назад +2

    Thank you for taking us on a very special and informative journey! I knew that the Royal Britannia was on exhibition, but I didn’t know that it was in Edinburgh. The subdued elegance of the decor is such a testament to the values of the Queen. Always an absolute joy viewing your videos😊.

  • @lourdesreina4777
    @lourdesreina4777 Год назад

    Awesome video Nicolas!! Loved it! Thank you for sharing it with us!!

  • @odilegabayengel4192
    @odilegabayengel4192 Год назад

    Great visit , thank you !

  • @beatrizpena4565
    @beatrizpena4565 Год назад

    Wow, this was lovely!!! Thank you Nicolas

  • @roberthicks5704
    @roberthicks5704 Год назад

    Thanks a lot for the tour. Beautiful as expected.

  • @peggyboehnlein8755
    @peggyboehnlein8755 Год назад +1

    Thanks. Nicholas that was great!

  • @didiwongo
    @didiwongo Год назад

    Wow. Wonderful to see this!

  • @wehojm7320
    @wehojm7320 Год назад

    Thank you sharing this rare tour of the Britannia and a glimpse of what life was like on board.

  • @PotterFan394007
    @PotterFan394007 Год назад

    Fascinating! I always enjoy your videos. I specially loved this one

  • @richardgreiner9264
    @richardgreiner9264 Год назад

    Absolutely beautiful! Thank you !

  • @yaminabouhas3983
    @yaminabouhas3983 Год назад +1

    That was a wonderful tour .🌞

  • @geminicris4586
    @geminicris4586 Год назад

    Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful tour, Nicolas!

  • @dyinteriors
    @dyinteriors Год назад

    This was a lot of fun. Thank you!

  • @autodidactin
    @autodidactin Год назад

    Really enjoyed this tour Nicolas; thank you for taking us!