We both are well traveled and we enjoy cruising. We do not enjoy flying anymore, so we decided to give the Queen Mary a try as a means of transport from Europe to New York or Viceversa.

We had booked a transfer with Cunard from London to the ship. The bus departs from Victoria Coach Station at around 12.00 pm. It takes about 2 and half hours to arrive to the ship. There is no water or any thing for transfer passengers at the Bus Station or at the bus itself. There was a Burger King next to the waiting room, where you can buy something to eat or drink. The use of the toilette costs. I think about half a pound. Transfer itself was uncomplicated.

Once at the ship, we made sure that we saw our luggage being transferred from the bus by the porters. Embarkation was smooth and one hour later we were at our room. There was a half bottle of sparkling wine waiting for us. Read more