Cunard Queen Victoria Cruise: 4 nights onboard

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  • Опубликовано: 2 дек 2024
  • Here’s the longest vlog I’ve ever published, a 4 day extravaganza of my first every voyage onboard Cunard’s Queen Victoria and also a solo voyage. I’ll talk you through the embarkation process, muster, use of the myvoyage.cunard.com web page whilst onboard, meal times, daytime activities, speciality dining, afternoon tea, making the most of your cabin, sailing the Sound of Mull, use of the bow, food and drinks menus all the way through to the disembarkation process. It’s going to be epic so grab a long drink and settle somewhere comfy for this voyage like no other.
    Don’t forget I have 3 vlogs in this Queen Victoria series! Please support by liking and subscribing. You can also catch me on Twitter and Instagram ‪@TravelBlogJamie‬ and my website travelblogjamie.com.
    #cruise #cunard #queenvictoria #cruiseblogger #cruiseship #cunardqueenvictoria

Комментарии • 310

  • @TravelBlogJamie
    @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +19

    This is my "Bohemian Rhapsody" of vlogs - yup, it's a looong one. Grab your drinks and snacks for this one!

  • @seatraveller
    @seatraveller Год назад +7

    Queen Victoria is my favourite ship. Jamie, your review did it justice. Your sense of humour is infectious! I really enjoy watching your vlogs. Thank you

  • @Warriorbox
    @Warriorbox 2 года назад +17

    Oh Jamie, I think this is the best you ever blogged! I really enjoyed your cruise with you, and to have it all in one long video was great. You obviously had a lovely time.
    I think your empathy with your table mate was beautiful. I wanted to give you a hug.
    Thanks for sharing it all. As a solo cruiser it was especially absorbing.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +3

      That’s such a lovely comment - thank you so much, appreciate it

    • @MeMe-mi1xc
      @MeMe-mi1xc Месяц назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie. I lost my partner in January. When you started to get emotional I filled up too. Great video

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Месяц назад

      @@MeMe-mi1xc oh I’m so so sorry 😔

  • @hobsonp67
    @hobsonp67 2 года назад +26

    To say this vlog is poignant to me is an understatement! In October last year I booked a 4 nighter to Amsterdam on the QV for this October. In November my mum who was 85 was diagnosed with cancer of the oesophagus. In March I decided that I should cancel as I did not want to leave her if she was ill. An amazing lady at Cunard suggested that rather than cancel I postpone and choose another cruise for a later date. I chose the same cruise for November 2023. I lost my mum on August 2nd. As I had the holidays booked off from work for October I decided to rebook the cruise for this year again. So I am in fact booked on the same cruise this year & next. When you were telling the story and crying I was in floods of tears myself. This will be my first cruise with Cunard but my 10th in total. I think it will be a very difficult one as it is in some ways in memory of mum but also my first step in moving forward. Take care Jamie and I look forward to seeing your future vlogs x

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +4

      I am so so sorry to read this and my absolute best thoughts are with you. I hope your future travels help you to reconcile all these challenges. Thinking of you 🙏

  • @ritahartline1422
    @ritahartline1422 2 года назад +8

    That was so special, your tea with the gentleman who had lost his wife and your sensitivity. God bless you Jamie!

  • @Martpad
    @Martpad 2 года назад +5

    So pleased you enjoyed your cruise. Wonderful video - loved it!!!
    Having last sailed with Cunard in 2018 we’d forgotten just how luxurious their ships are.
    You’re absolutely right regarding the ‘Chart Room’ - what a perfect venue it is.
    Thanks once again for sharing the vlog and for providing us with such a great memento of our cruise!
    Hoping we meet again in the not-too-distant future - the Sauvi Blanc is on us. Cheers!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Oh I’m there if there’s a savvy blanc at the other end ❤️😂 thanks for your kind comments 🙏

  • @garymarsh1233
    @garymarsh1233 2 года назад +5

    Super & comprehensive video. So looking forward to our World Voyage coming up! Thank you for posting!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Thank yo uh so much and what a voyage you have ahead of you!

  • @leelee591969
    @leelee591969 2 года назад +4

    What a brilliant Vlog, you covered absolutely everything and so entertaining as well. Will be watching your other vlogs for sure. Thank you

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Hi Lisa - thank you so much, really appreciate your feedback 🙏🙏🙏

  • @jyoung9017
    @jyoung9017 Год назад +5

    You really showed me the things I wanted to see in a tasteful and informative way better than anyone else

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад +1

      I appreciate this and I think you might be the only person ever to call me tasteful 😂 Glad you enjoyed!

  • @Houstonian79
    @Houstonian79 2 года назад +4

    Hi Jamie, as always a truly 5* video and you go above and beyond to create only the best in travel vlogs for us all to enjoy. It was a pleasure to meet you whilst on this cruise. I also very much enjoyed it and you truly captured the ship in all her beauty and I am so pleased you have as it is great to see. You even captured the dolphins too which is a real plus. I had my mother with me and she has always very much loved Cunard, however I am now creating memories and trying to give her the best time possible following her life changing brain hemorrhage and being able to take a scenic cruise to our home country Scotland was a real bonus too. Thank you again this has made my Sunday watching this and you have also brought some laughs to us too. Thank you again, Brian PS: You could easily promote for Cunard as you have captured this line in a magical way which will have deleted a lot of myths that people have about this line and that it is stuffy and old which it truly isn't.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for taking the time to write this and for your super kind comments - maybe you can put a good word in for me with Cunard 😆 It was a pleasure to meet you both and in only wish I’d been able to get you in the blog too! Take care of yourselves ❤️

  • @chrisblythe9827
    @chrisblythe9827 2 года назад +4

    Great vlog, just to go on my first cruise in a couple of weeks and it's the Queen Victoria. Now I'm really looking forward to the experience. Thank you.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      You’re very welcome and hope you have a great time!

  • @janemayhew1442
    @janemayhew1442 2 года назад +3

    Hi Jamie,
    Excellent tour of Queen Victoria, must go on her soon!
    Everything looks so comfortable, food amazing quality.
    Thanks for showing your time on board.
    Take care.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Thank you Jane and so pleased you enjoyed ❤️

  • @BevRedDevil
    @BevRedDevil 2 года назад +3

    Thank you Jamie , brought back happy memories of this beautiful ship

  • @ianhewitt3174
    @ianhewitt3174 2 года назад +4

    Thanks for a great video. I'm finally doing my first Cunard in November 20 months after cancellation. I was wanting to try it but the more I read the more nervous I was getting. Seeing you being so relaxed has eased my mjnd

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +2

      Ah I’m so pleased to hear this! The reality is it’s a great company and the experience is wonderful: hope you enjoy!

  • @carolr9301
    @carolr9301 2 года назад +5

    That’s a great vlog. The ship looks absolutely amazing.

  • @tinawebber8223
    @tinawebber8223 2 года назад +5

    Hi Jamie this was a very interesting vlog… not a ship I would have considered however it did look like it could be very relaxing 😎
    How lovely of you to take the time to sit and share the older gentleman’s story, I hope he enjoyed his cruise 🚢 and he gets the chance to make many more new memories xx

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      I think he was considering another - I hope he’ll be ok ❤️

  • @allthethreestravel
    @allthethreestravel 2 года назад +4

    Lovely - you had me smiling and crying all in one watch!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Argh - why am I more emotional these days? Are you the same?

    • @allthethreestravel
      @allthethreestravel 2 года назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie yes, I am terrible… must be an age thing?! 🤷🏼‍♀️

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      @@allthethreestravel age and sad experiences? Gah 😫

    • @allthethreestravel
      @allthethreestravel 2 года назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie yup 😭😘

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      @@allthethreestravel I am the same watching silly reality tv shows too 😭😂

  • @pattipage1
    @pattipage1 Год назад +3

    Hello Jamie, I have just booked a 52 night cruise from Southampton January 11 travelling west through to Sydney. My home is in Melbourne .I’m so thrilled to have seen your extended Queen Victoria blog. ,wonderful and inspiring and I am now looking very much forward to the time ,cheers mate happy sailings, John Deeks

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      Oh wow what an epic journey you have to look forward to! I’m ever so slightly envious of this one. Have the best time ❤️

    • @stefan260860
      @stefan260860 Год назад

      Hallo,ich am also on this ship from Hamburg to Sydney in January 2024😂,mayby we see you,
      Grüsse aus der Schweiz🇻🇳🇻🇳🇻🇳

  • @msindayinsweden
    @msindayinsweden Год назад +1

    Your vlog is detailed and very interesting. You seemed to enjoy your stay very much, that is a +++. You have a good sense of humor. YoU can make people smile, you make me smile. I feel you for the companion you had "the guy & his son, loosing his wife for cancer". You have a good heart. This vlog is very beautiful and worth all time watching! Thank you for sharing.

  • @emmaludlow8173
    @emmaludlow8173 2 года назад +4

    Loved this Jamie, felt like I was right there with ya! I must try Cunard, it looks soooo amazing xx

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Thank youuuu 🙏 i do think you’d love Cunard especially as you love the traditional parts of Aurora ❤️ Aurora and Iona also our fav P&O ships btw - great minds!

  • @therestlessnative365
    @therestlessnative365 2 года назад +5

    Loved this video! I’m on this ship for the world cruise in January and my first Cunard. This was fabulous!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Oh wow what a first cruise to have with Cunard! It’s going to be epic!

  • @neilwheeler8503
    @neilwheeler8503 Год назад +2

    Jamie, a brilliant vlog, very thoughtful, we learned so much for when we do our first ever cruise next year and are super happy we choose the Victoria. Thank you for giving some time to your fellow traveller as you said, trying to live after such heart ache. We will certainly subscribe and review your other travels! God Bless!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      Oh thank you so much and I hope you have a wonderful time onboard this beautiful ship ❤️

  • @louiselanthier5135
    @louiselanthier5135 2 года назад +2

    Jamie, I would love to watch you cruise again. Lovely sense of humour and fun!

  • @lizrichadonu
    @lizrichadonu Год назад +3

    Loved watching this vlog, you really allow your followers to feel part of your cruise, once again thank you. 😊

  • @mariavano9616
    @mariavano9616 5 месяцев назад +2

    Brand new follower here, a year after you posted this -- just found you while searching QV videos as I'm booked on her again in a month's(ish) time for the second time ever (1st time back in 2009 before her refurb too!). Excellent content :-) As a long long long-time solo traveler and older woman (lived in ten countries solo, cruised solo, etc., published a book about it all), I had to stop at 20:35 in your video and make a comment. "That's the power of travel"...absolutely!! The amazing people I have met along the way, whether it's sitting in the dining car of a train traveling alone and you invariably end up chatting away the time with a fellow traveler...the stories, the hopes, dreams and desires...the bucket list items checked off...I am a better person because of every fellow traveler I have met and taken the time to listen to. The power of travel indeed 💪😊😁

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  5 месяцев назад +1

      This is such a great comment / story to read - thank you for sharing

  • @tominfldixon2020
    @tominfldixon2020 2 года назад +9

    I agree, I think this is one of the best you've produced. You can really produce an excellent production and Cunard should be extremely pleased with how you illustrated the style, service and experience on the Queen Victoria.
    I swear I gained 12 pounds just watching the food and drink you consumed, and you look like you just stepped off the treadmill!
    So this is a 4 night cruise with or without an actual port call? Did the weather delay or cancel that day's plan as I did not hear or understand the full officer announcement you played. I would however a enjoy a short cruise to just see the landscape, and if it is Scotland or UK waters I'd be a happy sailor. You may remember my big plans are the crossing of the big "pond."
    So your #1 fan in Florida USA says "well done" and thank you for the effort. Excellent. Safe travels always, and take care.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Ah my lovely Florida friend! Thank you so much 😊 No ports of call on this one, just scenic cruising. We were delayed a couple hours sailing through the Sound of Mull due to fog but it lifted and we were on our way again ❤️

  • @sandykmumof2
    @sandykmumof2 2 года назад +5

    Hi Jamie, I absolutely love your vlogs, so much fun. What a beautiful ship and definitely high on my bucket list 💖 Thankyou for taking us along with you and for entertaining us!! You are such a lovely genuine guy and very funny, can't wait until your next adventure ⛴ 🌎 x

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Awwww thank you so much - really kind of you; appreciate it and pleased you enjoyed ❤️❤️❤️

  • @BooSilva
    @BooSilva Год назад +2

    I’m loving your vlogs. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

  • @marciasanguinetti3900
    @marciasanguinetti3900 Год назад +1

    Not only is this my favorite Jamie video, this is my favorite cruise-travel video EVER ! You are warm, kind, funny, sweet, saucy LOL, and truly wonderful. Happy travels, happy life and cheers !!!!!!!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад +1

      Not only is this my favourite Marcia comment, it’s also my favourite comment ever. Thank you so much ❤️

    • @marciasanguinetti3900
      @marciasanguinetti3900 Год назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie Awe you are a cutie pie !!! Can't wait to see more of your video's to come and to experience the wonderful human being you are !!! Cheers, M.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад +1

      @@marciasanguinetti3900 ❤️❤️❤️

  • @michaelwhalen2469
    @michaelwhalen2469 2 года назад +2

    What a beautiful classy ship !! Great Video! Love the snappy funny narration! Always fun to visit your blog ! But frankly I’m been ruined by your cheeky words I’ll never be able to look at the “ stern “ of a ship again without thinking of you !😉 Cheers Jamie, your the best !👍🇺🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🇺🇸

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Lol I love this comment 😂 thank you soooo much for making me laugh

  • @danielpearsonsteenhoek4361
    @danielpearsonsteenhoek4361 6 месяцев назад +1

    You bring the ambiance of the Queen Vic to life. Love your genuineness. You are a great storyteller, Excellent sound quality

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you 🙏

    • @danielpearsonsteenhoek4361
      @danielpearsonsteenhoek4361 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie we are on QV in 2 weeks for 14 days across from Trieste to Barcelona. You have set the table

  • @janerees8990
    @janerees8990 9 месяцев назад +1

    Just WOW! Another one for my list of cruises to do! Never considered Cunard…….. but yes!!
    Thank you Jamie.

  • @robertcreacall638
    @robertcreacall638 Год назад +1

    Queen Victoria is truly a great ship thank you Jamie for such a wonderful time you had on board

  • @sallybadman1306
    @sallybadman1306 2 года назад +3

    This is the best Vlog. You are funny. I really like the look of the ship. Keep up the good work 👏

  • @herenow6953
    @herenow6953 Год назад +2

    OMG Jamie, I've just stumbled on your channel and what a wonderful vlog! I LOVED this! I'm going to get looking for short voyages ASAP! As a solo traveller I've always thought I couldn't do a cruise but clearly I COULD! You made me laugh and also nearly cry with you about the widower you shared afternoon tea with - I will now binge watch everything you've done! Wonderful wonderful wonderful -

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад +1

      Oh wow this is the best comment! Thank you so much - really appreciate this ❤️❤️❤️

    • @herenow6953
      @herenow6953 Год назад

      @@TravelBlogJamie you are great!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      @@herenow6953 🙏🙏🙏

  • @carmelshepherd6739
    @carmelshepherd6739 2 года назад +2

    Really enjoyed your vlog especially your breakfast we also loved the burgers at night room service 😋

  • @CrusieCTRL
    @CrusieCTRL 2 года назад +1

    Jamie, what an amazing VLOG. You had me in hysterics with some of your antics and references, "we need to talk about.. Kevin." I LOL'd so hard. I was also moved by your story about the gentleman you shared afternoon tea with. That's what I love about cruising, you meet people who can humble you with their stories and experiences. Loved it mate! Keep up the amazing work!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Thank you soooo much! Really appreciate your comments. I get very emotional very easily these days 😂

  • @carolr9301
    @carolr9301 Год назад +1

    Great vlog on Queen Victoria. I’ve just got back from my 4 night cruise. I loved the ship and the Cunard experience. I was in 1004, great deck and cabin. It got me upset when you were talking about the gentleman who you shared afternoon tea with. I chose open dining, its on deck 2 and the fixed dining is on deck 3 now. That’s interesting, you went to Coriander, while I was on board, it was an Italian called La Piazza. I had impeccable service and wonderful food. I enjoyed Top Hat. Will definitely go back on QV. Loved it.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      Oh I wonder if they rotate the theme / menu in the speciality section of the buffet?! So pleased you had a lovely time onboard ❤️

  • @clairepapadatos1116
    @clairepapadatos1116 Год назад +1

    Hi Jamie!
    Just found your channel and I'm sooo happy to have done so!
    Really enjoying them!👍👍
    Looking forward to more!😊

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      Hi Claire - great to have you on board! Thanks for being here 🫡

  • @mandyrobertson1210
    @mandyrobertson1210 2 года назад +1

    Hi Jamie loved your vlog of your cruise on the Queen Victoria, it gave me some insight to what I will be going to on my first cruise to see the northern lights in 2023

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Oh that sounds like a wonderful itinerary!! Hope you enjoy 😊

  • @bobgraham3289
    @bobgraham3289 Год назад +1

    really glad to see a cruise blog from a solo traveller, as I would be.

  • @victoriasmith1897
    @victoriasmith1897 2 года назад +1

    I really enjoyed the feeling of being there with you. Thank you!

  • @merseywhogirl3430
    @merseywhogirl3430 Год назад +1

    THANK YOU for your wonderful vlog!! I am going on Queen Victoria in January for 4 nights to Hamburg in anticipation for MY big transatlantic on QM2 in Oct '24 Southampton- NYC- Southampton *15 nights at sea*. My cruise on Queen Victoria is a new year's treat!! Can't wait!! ps: very handsome in your suit!!!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад +1

      Thank you and I hope you have the best time ✨

  • @annewallace3474
    @annewallace3474 Год назад +1

    Love this video and your style, great fun. We will be sailing on Queen Victoria next summer and found this honest video really useful.

  • @cocktailswithlisa
    @cocktailswithlisa 2 года назад +1

    Cocktail menus look fabulous 🥰

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      I couldn’t have a cocktail without wondering if you’d approve 😂

  • @iloveanimals1662
    @iloveanimals1662 2 года назад +2

    You'd make such a wonderful cruise companion! Xx👌🏻🥳💫

  • @paulinelowrey4089
    @paulinelowrey4089 2 года назад +1

    Thanks Jamie. I have yet to try Cunard
    Now I am looking to book. Looks fantastic. Well done eating all that food.

  • @sheilaUK
    @sheilaUK 2 года назад +6

    Jamie, thank you SO much for this vlog, it’s my favourite of all your vlogs and honestly made me laugh out loud at least twice! loved it all. I am solo cruiser booked on the new Queen Anne in 2024 and have never done Cunard before, this vlog has put my mind at rest. LOVED the way you kissed your breakfast menu!! 🤣 xxx

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Oh bless you, so kind and lovely to read this ❤️ Appreciate it!

  • @oregontrailgenxer
    @oregontrailgenxer Год назад +1

    wow just discovered jamie, and he is SO GOOD! really felt like i was along for the ride. beautiful, long vlog, that showed so much

  • @mizzprettyhuston
    @mizzprettyhuston 11 месяцев назад +2

    My OCD wouldn't let me leave my room until my luggage was put away in it's places 😂 I love your video's.....they're the closest things I have to getting to go on a cruise....... so thank you 😊

  • @bettycollins3960
    @bettycollins3960 Год назад +2

    My daughter and I enjoyed the delights of a balcony on QV for a short cruise. When we departed Southampton, we passed by Hayling Island where my brother lives. We told him when we were passing and he dashed down to the beach to see if he could see us waving to him (like a pair of lunatics!). Unfortunately, it was too misty so alas. Good fun anyway. I agree that the food was good, especially in the buffet restaurant - believe it or not! I am sad to say that the only time I have had to send back a dish was in the main dining room. It was tuna disguised as shoe leather! Oh my, and the second attempt was worse. The waiter was devastated. I requested something completely different and, to his immense relief, declared it much improved. The next day, in the buffet restaurant, I tried (with great trepidation) the trout fillet and it was superb. One of the best memories of QV I have is - the wonderful variety of CARPETS all round the ship! I know! Crazy or what? Beautiful ship, lovely musicians playing in little areas here and there. Just class personified. Thank you for the reminder. ❤

  • @SelenaSmith-p7q
    @SelenaSmith-p7q 11 месяцев назад +1

    great vlog, off on our first QV in March Singapore to Cape town and it looks perfect THANKS!!!

  • @lyndaallsop8043
    @lyndaallsop8043 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for posting. We are boarding this next week. I have been a bit apprehensive about it being too posh for us ! Your vlog has reassured me that we should be fine.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Oh there are always purists but actually it was really relaxed and the staff were incredible! I hope you have a great time ❤️

  • @martinofarrell1390
    @martinofarrell1390 Год назад +1

    Thanks for your help onboard June

  • @giannihallett4951
    @giannihallett4951 Год назад +1

    Yes I spent 23 nights on queen victoria in the Caribbean loved every minute

  • @robertcreacall638
    @robertcreacall638 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you Jamie for a great journey on the Queen Victoria what a beautiful ship. I will meet you on your next cruise don't stop kind regards Robert Creacall

  • @cnenails3754
    @cnenails3754 Год назад +1

    This was a great vlog Jamie. We had the pleasure of being invited on board by our good friend murreum the food & bev manager for lunch.
    They had docked at Belfast and we jumped on for a few hours, absolutely brilliant day, First time on a cruise liner, we really wanna book now 👍🏻

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад +1

      Thank you 🙏 She is a fantastic liber. And can’t wait to book again some time!

  • @gingernightmare9152
    @gingernightmare9152 2 года назад +1

    Lovely video, look forward to my first Cunard cruise next month. 🐟🐠🐠

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Thank you so much and I hope you have a great time onboard

  • @IsaacNYC212
    @IsaacNYC212 Год назад +1

    2:50 go straight out and explore hahaha! Upon boarding I would likely be hungry, so off to the Golden Lion Pub for a bit to eat and a departure drink.
    I'm on a Queen Victoria cruise this summer. I can't wait. This will be my first on the Victoria, but not my first on Cunard. I had the opportunity to take the transatlantic crossing last year [21 days], so needless to say I've had a great trial run. hahaha.

  • @OrnumCR
    @OrnumCR Год назад +1

    That was a lot of fun. Thank you. We are about to board ‘Elizabeth’ here in Australia for a similar length voyage. Our first cruise experience. Enjoyed watching this. All the best to you. You’ve helped us understand what to expect and now we can’t wait. Cheers!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      Oh I hope you have the best time on lovely Cunard ❤️❤️❤️

    • @OrnumCR
      @OrnumCR Год назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie We will Jamie, we will. Thank you for the inspiration….😉👍

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      @@OrnumCR thank you and let me know how you get on 🙏🙏🙏

  • @amandalingard8034
    @amandalingard8034 2 года назад +1

    Fantastic video. Thank you! 👏

  • @DavidJamesTaylorCruising
    @DavidJamesTaylorCruising Год назад +1

    Hi Jamie, thanks for posting another great video. We are back on Queen Victoria again in June. It will be our first cruise after lockdown, all most 3 years. Thake care, Regards. Elizabeth and David.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      Oh your first since lock down? Wow it’s going to be so special for you ❤️

  • @paulieh856
    @paulieh856 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for the vlog we are on the Queen Victoria on the 4 day cruise in November first time on Cunard ... that suet pudding looked good

  • @dancourt4792
    @dancourt4792 2 года назад +1

    Hi Jamie....I thoroughly enjoyed this vlog it was really good. My husband and I are boarding Queen Victoria in 27 days and can't wait, I feel out of the 3 Cunard ships she is my favourite x

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much 😊 Hope you have a wonderful voyage ❤️

    • @bpbenjafield
      @bpbenjafield 2 года назад +1

      Can you share who you bought travel insurance with please?

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      @@bpbenjafield yes, staysure

  • @hongkieboo888
    @hongkieboo888 2 года назад +3

    Love ur sense of humour and ur emotions makes the vlog even better 👏🏻 solo cruise can be fun

  • @stephensherry5197
    @stephensherry5197 Год назад +1

    Excellent Vlog. Really enjoyed seing the ship. Last 3 mins of the Vlog and your eating again. Lol

  • @Jenpen9345
    @Jenpen9345 2 года назад +1

    Really enjoyed your QV vlog. Thanks.

  • @skykl22
    @skykl22 Год назад +1

    Great video as always! I know Basingstoke very well :)

  • @daveamey7272
    @daveamey7272 Год назад +1

    hi jamie every time you cry it makes me cry . you seem such a lovely man ,im on the queen vic 4th may 2025 cruising round the Greek islands from Southampton. love your pyjamas lol

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      I think I’ve cried on 2 vlogs - the Disney cruise crying was the worst though

  • @bpbenjafield
    @bpbenjafield 2 года назад +1

    Great watching this - thank you!
    We have never cruised but to cut a very long story short I was diagnosed with cancer ( a year ago at 61 ) and am currently having treatment till the end of the year. Such a wake up call .We want to get away so much and stumbled on a Cunard ad in the paper. Next thing you know we really like the round the world trip itinerary on this ship in January 23. Been planning a RTW trip by air for a long time but something always came up. This looks like the ideal solution hopefully. Lots of rest and still get to travel but in pure indulgence by the look of it! We have spent winters abroad before ( more than six months ) so.. Have to wait last minute to book though ( when my treatment ends and latest PET & Brain scans in December). All goes well we will be onboard!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      I am sending you all the very best positive vibes for your journey to a full recovery. Please let me know how you are getting on from time to time and then I want to hear all about this RTW trip - what a fantastic thing to plan to do. Think of you 🙏

    • @bpbenjafield
      @bpbenjafield 2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much ❤️

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      @@bpbenjafield 🙏🙏🙏

  • @carmelshepherd6739
    @carmelshepherd6739 10 месяцев назад +1

    Brilliant vlog 👏 I,ve just booked for October 😊 got a bargain 🎉

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  9 месяцев назад

      Oh there are some good Cunard deals around actually!

  • @eriixo
    @eriixo 2 года назад +1

    im going on queen victoria in april ! im a few cabins down from 1060 , were going on the 4 nighter to hamburg . wonderful vlog ! (:

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Oh I think you’re going to love her ❤️❤️❤️

  • @fredsmith3456
    @fredsmith3456 Год назад +1

    Jamie, New subscriber here and thank you for a wonderful overview of the Queen Victoria !
    Believe it or not, I am approaching retirement age and have never been on a cruise.
    However this particular report of yours from QV makes me want to change that!

  • @menbroplayfn
    @menbroplayfn 11 месяцев назад +2

    Going at christmas. Cant wait

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  11 месяцев назад

      It’s going to be amazing 🤩

    • @menbroplayfn
      @menbroplayfn 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamiedefinitely we saw the fireworks of madeira 🤩

  • @patriciawallace5575
    @patriciawallace5575 Год назад +1

    This video is the best

  • @robertcreacall638
    @robertcreacall638 10 месяцев назад

    Love your blog Jamie

  • @silviaburgess9247
    @silviaburgess9247 Год назад +2

    Hi Im Silvia and I love all Cunard Ships ....the best

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      Great 👍

    • @silviaburgess9247
      @silviaburgess9247 Год назад +2

      @@TravelBlogJamie thank you Jamie... I will be cruising on my own now as my friend is no longer sailing... I hope to sail in Queen Victoria in a Ocean View Cabin as a
      Balcony Cabin will be too expensive for me to pay for now being on my own... After seeing your Travel Blog on board Queen Victoria I will be looking at booking a Ocean View Cabin ... Thank you again for takeing the time to reply .. Sylvia ( Silvia )

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      @@silviaburgess9247 hole you have a great time

  • @maffoo1
    @maffoo1 Год назад +1

    Awesome 😎

  • @MarkWillisMaths
    @MarkWillisMaths Год назад +1

    Hi me and my daughter were on this same cruise and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

  • @jasonclarke6983
    @jasonclarke6983 Год назад +1

    great vlog done qv carrabean cruise loved every min

  • @CruisewithGary
    @CruisewithGary 2 года назад +1

    Hi Jamie, I’m so glad you liked Queen Victoria too. It’s my favourite of all the Cunard Queens currently sailing. I wish I was there with you, would have taken you to the best theatre box! So, you didn’t try the Commodore Cocktails? I can see you need to re-visit. I’ll come along next time!! X

  • @robertcreacall638
    @robertcreacall638 Год назад +1

    I enjoyed your video i am from gold Coast Australia one day i will travel on Queen Victoria kind regards Robert

  • @patriciawallace5575
    @patriciawallace5575 Год назад +1

    I love this video

  • @joycesmith8354
    @joycesmith8354 2 года назад +1

    Loved the extra long vlog, you should do more.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Just so happens I have one for our river cruise ❤️

  • @glenminor5924
    @glenminor5924 2 года назад +1

    I thought this video is the best I have ever seen for a tour of QV. Your camera work is fantastic. I am going on QV in 2024 for the World Cruise and my camera is a bit duff. I wondered if you could please tell me what camera you use? Although I still don't think I will be able to make such a good job of it as you did. Anyway I have been watch quite a few more of your videos and all of them a brilliant, keep up the good work and thanks for sharing them with us.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      What a lovely comment - thank you, really appreciate this! So my camera is…(drum roll) an iPhone 12 😂 A bit of patience and good lighting essential

  • @MarinaAndJoeGo
    @MarinaAndJoeGo 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for a fantastic full cruise vlog Jamie, this is am absolute cracker of a video 😀 Very kind of you to take us all on a cruise with you - we must repay the favour one day 😅
    What a stunning ship and a superb itinerary! The food and service onboard look superb, and that room service breakfast has our name written all over it 😊 We definitely fancy trying the aqua therapy centre as well!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      Oh the breakfast in the cabin - perfect 😂 You’ll have a ball onboard!

    • @MarinaAndJoeGo
      @MarinaAndJoeGo 2 года назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie did you get any other room service food? We can see a lazy in cabin afternoon tea on the horizon 😅

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      @@MarinaAndJoeGo alas, no, with just 4 days I had a lot to try on board 😍

    • @MarinaAndJoeGo
      @MarinaAndJoeGo 2 года назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie you did a great job fitting so much in to 4 days 🤩
      You probably needed another holiday to recover from that holiday!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      @@MarinaAndJoeGo luckily there’s something on the horizon 😎😎😎

  • @smithsennen
    @smithsennen 2 года назад +1

    Excellent video, watched the whole thing much to my surprise…
    We’ve sailed the QV several times and board in January for the World Voyage but despite hundreds of days on Cunard I never knew the Chart Room served food…
    p.s. you missed out on the Golden Lion Fish & Chips which are just great…

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Ha! Alas, I can’t eat fish / seafood so it was in everyone’s best interests that I did not try it 😀 oh yes the chart room serves food! I loved it there - my fav venue for sure ❤️Make sure you eat there on your amazing world voyage - how fantastic!

    • @smithsennen
      @smithsennen 2 года назад +1

      Bucket List… (wife’s)
      Hopefully that’s about it because her bucket list is costing a fortune… 👍👍

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      @@smithsennen haaaa!!!

  • @Baalamb
    @Baalamb 2 года назад +1

    You are on the best deck, on my favourite ship.

  • @UnapologeticallyGomes
    @UnapologeticallyGomes Год назад

    Great vlog. Watched it on my tv but commenting from my mobile. Thank you so much for the info. “Distracted again“ 😂 Well done! ❤ Loved it.

  • @allthethreestravel
    @allthethreestravel 2 года назад +1

    Elliot’s going crazy for the create your own pizza - he’s sold!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      Just one more to convince??

    • @allthethreestravel
      @allthethreestravel 2 года назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie he may be on the turn 🤣

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад +1

      @@allthethreestravel oooh exciting! What can I do to help him go 360?!

    • @allthethreestravel
      @allthethreestravel 2 года назад +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie 😂 It’s the transatlantic we’re not agreed on, I think we’ve got him on the ship!!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 года назад

      @@allthethreestravel wow 😮 I’m impressed

  • @Sokx41
    @Sokx41 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you for spending some time looking (the camera) at the menus. I was also surprised by the lack of passengers on this huge ship I.ve had three cruises but all before 1962, the last being in that year working as a purser's yoeman for a six-week cruise at age 21as a friend of the American President Lines CEO.

  • @cafsixtieslover
    @cafsixtieslover Год назад +1

    Lovely ship. We sailed on her a few years ago.

  • @adriankirk4644
    @adriankirk4644 Год назад +1

    Very entertaining and informative. Would love to know the cost of this, particularly your bar bill! Thank you, subscribed.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      Thank you! The cruise itself was £700 approx. Bar bill? Hmmm more reasonable than I thought it was going to be 😂

    • @adriankirk4644
      @adriankirk4644 Год назад +2

      @@TravelBlogJamie Thank you Jamie, very decent price for that cabin and the food quality,

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад +1

      @@adriankirk4644 agreed!

  • @UnapologeticallyGomes
    @UnapologeticallyGomes Год назад

    Breakfast in bed. Love that! ❤ So good to hear the food was delish. I’m hungry now. 😋🤤

  • @lordhowgill
    @lordhowgill Год назад +1

    Hi Jamie, I am heading out on QV in two weeks time and haven't been onboard since before Covid. I just wanted to ask can you keep your voyage room card still at disembarkation as before? It's great keeping them as reminders. This will be my 9th Cunard Cruise. Thanks

  • @alexk75
    @alexk75 Год назад +1

    Handsome bugger 😍

  • @SDU1969
    @SDU1969 2 года назад +2

    I am going on Queen Victoria in 2023 and was worried it would be too stuffy.

  • @samiradoshmankosh1085
    @samiradoshmankosh1085 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for your share

  • @ljckclark8973
    @ljckclark8973 Год назад +1

    Great video Jamie, thank you. We are thinking of sailing to NZ on the Victoria, but, looking at the food and drink, I am worried I will put on 5 Stone as its a +40 day trip!! Did you have to pay for the Breakfast in bed?

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Год назад

      No cost for breakfast in bed - its a great feature!!

  • @Johnca48
    @Johnca48 Год назад +1

    I'm going on the around the world cruise on January 11, 24. I guarantee I won't be in any of the pools. Public pools are the most disgusting thing on a cruise ship but even worse are the hot tubs, gross. Your video got me excited for my cruise.