This was our seventh cruise, and first on Cunard. We are mid 40s and chose this cruise because we like a more formal experience and it was an anniversary. We were in Queens Grill in the Q6 suite.

Overall, Cunard clearly understand their audience. The cruise is not typical, and is far more sedate than many cruise lines. However, what they aim to do they deliver. I had been cautious about booking Cunard due to mixed reviews - however, they delivered exactly on what they promise - a classy ship, formal but not stuffy atmosphere and most importantly excellent food and service throughout.

There is a decent mix of ages and we never felt too old, although the average age would have been 50-60, there seemed to be less of the 'very old'. Hardly any children. Read more