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From the moment you step on board, you're immersed in an enchanting world of pleasure and escapism. Pass leisurely days soaking up the sunshine or gazing out at the tranquil ocean from her light-filled Winter Garden. Learn something new with our Cunard Insights speakers, or simply unwind with a good read. As evening falls, choose from a delectable array of dining options, and enjoy world-class entertainment in the Royal Court Theatre. On Queen Victoria the freedom to create your perfect trip is all yours.
The dream of waking up to blue Caribbean skies and the prospect of another day of white sandy beaches lapped by aquamarine seas, provides a much-needed escape from the misery of winter and this cruise made it a reality. Okay, sometimes it was marred by what the locals call liquid sunshine but when the tap is turned off paradise is restored. Airports have ruined flying and to see the world by ship is far more civilised especially on board Cunard’s Queen Victoria, a mid-sized ship that succeeds in delivering great service and fine food in the most elegant of surroundings. It looks and feels like a 5-star hotel and once you’re remembered for the right reasons, the officers and crew treat you like family. Just one example. A breakfast treat when I’m abroad is black bread and I didn’t expect to see it in the ship's buffet. And initially I didn’t. But a chat with Jose, one of the commis chefs, produced dividends. Next morning he presented me with thick triangles of dark pumpernickel. Toasted, buttered and with thick-cut marmalade it’s delicious. Well done to Jose! THE PORTS If you’re planning a first Caribbean holiday and wondering about the islands, I’d recommend Barbados where even the capital, Bridgetown, has the most incredible beaches as well as lots of history and the same is true in Dominica and St Kitts which have the added bonus of being very friendly. St Maarten is another favourite, not only for its beaches and bars but also for its cleanliness; the town sparkles. One word of advice: the sea might tempt you in but the undertow can be strong and getting out may at times be a challenge. If St Lucia is included in your cruise itinerary, share a taxi or book a tour and explore the island because the port town of Castries has little to offer. LIFE AT SEA There is no time to be bored. The six days spent crossing the Atlantic zipped by with a full programme of daily activities. In my case, the art sessions were a highlight because the teacher, Nick Owen, was so good. With art packs excellent value at $35, plenty of people joined in and Nick’s individual tuition was really helpful. Apart from the popular song-and-dance shows, the theatre presented port talks and guest speakers, such as Annabel Croft who shared her life in tennis as well as in the commentary box. The sea was kind and some enjoyed playing quoits, table tennis and cricket on the open decks but I preferred a sheltered corner of the aft deck for reading. Inside, the Clarendon Art Gallery displayed originals and limited edition prints of established and new artists, with the pictures and sculptures changed on a daily basis; Eliza and Somi also organised some wonderful cocktail parties to share details about Clarendon’s archive. I tried hard to visit the well-equipped gym each day but one place I always enjoyed visiting was the spacious library where librarian Ronnie kept everything shipshape and helped sort out our wifi problems. Senior officers were high profile and one in particular impressed me. Lynn d’Mello is the Guest Operations Co-ordinator and I was able to observe as he arranged help for one of our table companions whose husband died unexpectedly at home. With great empathy, he eased her sadness by arranging a flight home and on the day of her disembarkation made sure a taxi was at the quayside. He even assisted with the offloading of her luggage. Lynn is certainly a tremendous ambassador for Cunard values. Within a week of boarding, I was intent on booking another cruise. I had met Naomi Yu, one of three Future Voyages consultants at cocktail parties which were held at regular intervals, and it was she who responded to my avalanche of inquiries. Her cheerfulness, her knowledge and her keenness to answer every question resulted in me booking not one but three new cruises. THE FOOD Ottavio, Executive Chef, inspired his galley team to create some amazing food and menu choices, and was happy to engage with guests. At lunch the buffet choices were wide and varied, from salads, curries and seafood to roast meats, pizzas and soups. Exquisite desserts made all thoughts of holding back impossible. I booked a table at Verandah, a specialist restaurant, and was served an exceptional Dover Sole, filleted at my table, followed by a rum baba with bottles of different rums trolleyed to me for my added enjoyment. At dinner I shared a table in the convivial company of six others and this made each meal a special occasion. Joshua and Jeffrey provided cheerful and attentive service in Britannia restaurant and were ably supported by wine waiter Gusti. Of all the dinners, my favourite main courses were beef Wellington and the pork medallions - succulent, tender and presented piping hot. WOULD I BOOK AGAIN? Of course, and I did. Queen Victoria is a fine ship thanks to the hard work of her officers and crew. Her facilities are second to none and I disembarked refreshed and confident that for 28 nights I had enjoyed the best that cruise holidays can offer. The writer: David George worked in BBC Radio News before he retired and now writes travel guides and cruise reviews
We sailed on Queen Victoria in Feb 2026 and overall had a very enjoyable cruise. The ship has a classic Cunard atmosphere, very elegant public areas, and the service from the crew was excellent throughout the voyage. Food quality in the main dining room was very good, and we also liked the afternoon tea which felt very traditional and relaxing. Embarkation and disembarkation at Southampton were well organized, although the terminal was quite busy because several ships were in port at the same time. After the cruise we needed transport to Heathrow, so we pre-booked a private transfer in advance, which turned out to be a very good decision because taxis at the port were crowded. Our driver was already waiting at the terminal with a name board, and the car was clean and comfortable, which made the journey to London much easier after a long cruise. I would definitely recommend arranging transport before arrival if you are travelling with luggage. Overall this was a very pleasant Cunard cruise, with good service, nice passengers, and a smooth experience from start to finish.
I’ve read some of the recent reviews of the QV and wonder if I’ve even been on the same ship. This was our fourth QV cruise and have to say it was brilliant. The food and service were particularly good. Afternoon tea in the Queen’s Room is a must. We chose freedom dining in the Britannia, booking a table on line. This worked a treat - always getting a message within five minutes that our table for 2 was ready. Cabins, whilst not as up to date as say P&O’s Iona, are fine. Not all the entertainment was to our choice but why should it be?Peter Howarth of the Hollies (two shows) was superb. The speakers were excellent. What a coup to have Sam Macalister from BBC Newsnight the week Andrew was arrested! For those entitled people carping about Cunard I’d say - just look what you’re paying and see how much that would get you for a 4* package holiday to the same destination. Cruises are a bargain!
Any cruise in January from UK to Carib is likely to be popular and this was no exception. Cunard are good - so let’s focus on issues. Overall, we thought the entertainments team were poor. Low energy ambience in bars pre and post dinner, average lecturers, dysfunctional production cast, varied “cruise directors”??? All this for a premium new year cruise. Come on Cunard - you can do better than this. Retail also poor relative to the QE and QM. Our QG experience - great cabin, superb butler - Singh - (until he had to walk the plank in Curaçao for reasons unknown) - dining very starchy, we’d HUGELY prefer QG to be free seating….. Celebrity do suites better than Cunard, we really liked Luminae, better than QG. Positives - the two Captains were super friendly and mixed well with guests. However, the QV is starting to show her age. As are most of her guests…
We have never been away for Christmas and with my mother passing wanted to go away. We really enjoyed the experience and had a lovely time. We would do this again and go with Cunard. Food- we did book queens grill and the food was lovely. I am celiac and I had a choice, I was told I could order anything i wanted . I was given the menu the day before to make my choices so they could be adapted for my allergies. It was excellent. The staff were friendly and attentive. Good humoured. Queens Grill Penthouse- glad we had a midship cabin. Some bad weather on the way out. Cabin was lovely as were our butler and cabin attendant. Friendly, helpful and ensured we had everything we needed. The cabin was spotless. Bernard and Silverio? My only comment re cabin noise - we could hear our neighbours so cabin insulation not great. I do find the beds hard and we did bring a topper to soften it. It was better but my back did still ache. I have a bad back and a hard bed is not great. I would ask Cunard for additional toppers next time. Bars - lovely we liked the chart room who used to do a gluten free pina colada. Friendly staff Entertainment - it could be better however we did enjoy the west end show the ships company did. They were excellent. The entertainment team were good and the 12 days of Christmas sketch funny. After seeing the eden players on celebrity i found the Cunard acrobatic dancers unimpressive. We did go to the jive class i have not danced for years. I personally did not like the dancers teaching style. Went faster and faster laughing no one could keep up with them and said how easy it all was? I have had much more structured teaching which can still be fun and allows beginners to take part and learn. We did enjoy the cruise it was a new experience but one we would repeat. Embarking good as was disembarking however it would be helpful for staff to say where you go to find your colour area for suitcases. Staff everywhere were friendly and always had a smile they seemed proud of working for Cunard.
From parties of one to families of four, you’ll find a variety of spacious staterooms and suites on board our ships to make your voyage as comfortable as possible.
From casual bites to haute cuisine, each day on Queen Victoria unlocks a new culinary adventure. Enjoy the timeless elegance of her fine dining restaurants, the array of dishes at her Lido buffet, or the chance to indulge in hearty pub fare at the Golden Lion pub. Where will you eat first?
As with all Cunard ships, Queen Victoria operates a stateroom-affiliated dining system, whereby your main dining room corresponds to your stateroom grade: Britannia, Britannia Club, Princess Grill or Queens Grill. Guests can dine in their main dining room for all meals of the day, and it's all included in the cruise fare. However these are just the beginnings of what your tastebuds can discover on board Queen Victoria. Read on as we introduce six of our favourite culinary experiences available to guests on Queen Victoria, wherever she sails.
A journey of sophistication and indulgence awaits you at Queen Victoria’s bars and lounges. From classic cocktails and fine wines to global beers and spirits, here’s nine places to raise a glass on board our legendary vessel.
The ship features a fantastic array of health and fitness facilities for passengers that wish to stay active or relax and be pampered. These include, a spa, a fitness centre, a games deck, sports courts and much more.
Our ships are ideal family holiday destinations, with plenty to keep our younger guests entertained.
Children of all ages are welcome on our ships, and our dedicated clubs offer activities and entertainment. These include arts and crafts, sporting activities, play areas, computer games and much more. They can make friends with other children at The Play Zone, for two- to seven-year-olds, and The Zone which is ideal for eight- to 17-year-olds. Our youth staff will supervise your children and organise events, activities and competitions.
Access to the children's clubs is included in your fare.
