As QM2 was in Australian waters I thought it an excellent opportunity to experience a voyage on this famous ocean liner without committing to a long flight and sector, just in case we didn't completely enjoy the experience. We flew from Sydney to Perth, had 2 days there then boarded the ship at approx 1.15pm, all very efficient and seamless. Our B2 stateroom was ready which was acceptable, so we checked it out and within 20 minutes our bags arrived, again great service.

I qualify this review by saying that I was a marine engineer as a young man so have a love and understanding of the technical aspects of ships and the oceans etc. This ship is a genuine marvel and is certainly the greatest ocean liner ever built. It ploughed through the great southern ocean force 7 winds and seas with ease and total comfort for the passengers. The layout is user friendly and has ample lifts and stairways.

First the Stateroom, B2 balcony. Having had similar cabins on HAL, RCL and Carnival this was inferior, size OK but fittings average and they have the dreaded plastic shower curtain and little shelf storage. We didn't like the in hull balcony as it blocks views and makes it feel closed in, which it is. Read more