Queen Victoria Review

Not Snobbish at all!

Review for the Western Mediterranean Cruise on Queen Victoria
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Rob F
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

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Sail Date: Aug 2018
Cabin: Balcony

It has to be said, we were apprehensive about the way Cunard is expressed as being for the upper class, the snobs and the like. well there are a few on board, but the vast majority were like you and me, worried hard for what we have and want to enjoy the fruits, as we grow older and being aware.... there are no pockets in a shroud and no safe in the coffin.

The ease on which you board the ship in Southampton, is foremost. 20 minute's... your on and sorted. The first impression's are of it being dark and old fashioned, but believe me, this will soon grow on you. it is comfortable, cosy, in splendid art deco style and this ship has style by the bucket. The staff from the first step on board, are very, extremely curious. From the very first ,moment, everyone says hello, and it is not felt to be false.

The rooms are small, same as all cruise ships, but these ships are Liners, not cruise. they cut through he water, the hull being designed to cut water, Blue Water! not sheltered sea's. Those who boat on the water will know. A small sailing craft will cut through the water, a small cruiser will need so much more power to make the same speed and efficient passage, therefore far more fuel efficient. I did not like the smoke she emitted at sea, but the fuel was visibly changed when near port. Back to the room's.... A much larger than average bed, memory foam and comfortable. The bed cover, in their coat of arms gives the right appeal and class of the company. It is not cheap and tacky, but refined and clearly announcing it is a Queen amongst ships. The bed pillows are pure class and comfortable, the welcoming half bottle of Champagne, a nice way to ease you into the Cunard scene and way of looking after you in style. Yes I liked it, but boy, how it grows on you!

Cabin Review

Balcony

Cabin BF

A Good lad in cleaning, so quick, efficient and spotless in every detail, made this a 4* plus cabin at this level.

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Valencia

Yes we did the excursion booked on board. In reality, You should too. The Old city is aprox 40 minutes over the other side of town. But you have to visit this Place! It is Old in it's narrow streets, diversity of shops and styles, local beers need to tried and the food (if you can eat anything after the food served on board) from small Tapas to local sweet delicacies are worth trying and thoroughly enjoyable.

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