Queen Elizabeth Westbound Transatlantic Crossing

8 Nights. From Southampton (UK) to New York

January 10 – 18, 2015
Cunard Queen Elizabeth

Join Pied Piper Travel as we set sail on the trans-Atlantic crossing of the fabulous luxury ocean liner, Queen Elizabeth! A Pied Piper gay group crossing is an all inclusive vacation in incredible style. Experience firsthand the incomparable luxury of being pampered with Cunard's White Star Service while sailing on this wonderful new ocean liner!

Your days and nights at sea offer an abundance of possibilities. Spend a refreshing moment beneath a waterfall in the Royal Spa Centre, browse the books in the largest library collection at sea, attend lavish Royal Nights balls and indulge in our traditional Afternoon Tea in the Queens Room. Dine on the finest cuisine and perhaps best of all; be among the privileged travellers who can say they have experienced an extraordinary legacy.

Queen Elizabeth

Queen Elizabeth, the newest Cunarder, joined the fleet in October 2010. She relives, in modern glamour, the high society events of the 1930s and 1940s. Grace ornate rooms whose rich décor recalls the heritage of the first Cunarder to bear her name. Images and features from her predecessors, Queen Elizabeth and QE2, sit comfortably alongside her modern charm.

The stunning new Cunard Queen Elizabeth began her illustrious sailing career in October 2010 and continues the long standing tradition of providing the highest in service and luxury for its discerning travellers. Externally Cunard Queen Elizabeth displays the classical charm of the companies' distinctive liner heritage. A black hull, gleaming white superstructure and distinctive red funnel signals to all the royal heritage of this grand liner as is the Cunard tradition.

Queen Elizabeth offers the very best of Cunard's values and traditions, blended with every conceivable modern luxury that you, our guests, expect. Through her opulent public rooms and impeccable service, this new ship reflects the grandeur which has been associated with Cunard ships since the introduction of the Mauretania in 1907; and from the outside, her black hull, gleaming white superstructure and distinctive red funnel echos the classic characteristics of the company's distinctive liner heritage. Queen Elizabeth will fly the Red Ensign wherever she sails with her home-port Southampton, as is the case with the other ships in the Cunard fleet.

Bars and Lounges on Queen Elizabeth

Cafe Carinthia
Luxurious drapes and chandeliers create a golden glow as you sip speciality teas and indulge in delicious pastries. In a central position on Deck 2 overlooking the Grand Lobby, this is the place to see and be seen.

Churchill's
After dinner, settle into an armchair and savour our rich worldwide selection of fine cigars and cognacs. Also on offer is a wonderful choice of Single Malt Whiskys, Plantation Rums and Ports..

Commodore Club
Sink into the leather chairs of this club-like observation lounge with sweeping views over the bow and choose from a wide selection of delicious martinis, or something special from our Commodore Club Luxury Collection.

Golden Lion Pub
A Cunard favourite, choose from a wide selection of beer, cider and wine to complement the delicious gastro pub-style lunch menus in a comfortable, traditional setting.

Grills Lounge
Exclusive to Grill guests, this refined, comfortable and relaxed haven is perfect for a pre-dinner tipple with friends. Enjoy traditional afternoon tea or sample something special from our bespoke tea menu, recommended by our Tea Sommelier.

Midships Bar
The original Queen Elizabeth is celebrated in this warm and sophisticated venue perfect for pre-dinner drinks or a relaxing evening around the piano.

Queens Room
A magnificent Grand Ballroom whose artworks and murals reflect our cherished royal links. The setting for Royal Nights themed balls and white-gloved afternoon tea.

The Garden Lounge
A light and sociable room reminiscent of a resplendent conservatory. What a wonderfully atmospheric venue for the occasional 'Supper Clubs' that combine dining and dancing under the stars.

The Pavilion
After a few lengths, relax in one of the two whirlpools or sit back on a sun lounger with a refreshing drink.

Yacht Club
Named after the lively QE2 venue, with its quirky nautical features, including the compass-shaped dance floor, this exciting addition to our gracious new Cunarder will be the scene for lively evening and sunny days.

Dining on Queen Elizabeth

Queens Grill Experience
Queens Grill guests dine in this magnificent restaurant on Deck 11. This is the epitome of Cunard dining excellence, where sparkling crystal glints against understated creams and golds and the a la carte menu is perfectly accompanied by the attentive service and air of refinement.

Princess Grill Experience
Up on Deck 11, the intimate single seating Princess Grill Restaurant captivates guests staying in Princess Grill Suites with flawlessly attentive service and the acclaimed pinnacle of our a la carte excellence. Menus wonderfully combine different flavours, textures and ingredients to surpass expectations evening after evening.

The Bitannia Experience
Guests sailing in the comfort of our luxurious Britannia staterooms can make their dramatic evening entrance into this elegant two-tier dining room with a graceful descent of its grand staircase, gleaming beneath the eye-catching art deco chandelier. Choose from early or late dining and revel in the sumptuous menus and perfectly attentive service.

Guests staying in our AA category balcony accommodation dine in the Britannia Club Restaurant. The tempting menus are to be savoured at a time of your choice in this intimate venue under patterned glass ceilings flecked with gold and silver leaf.

Leisure & Entertainment on Queen Elizabeth

Deck 9 is the centre of Queen Elizabeth's al fresco world, focused on The Garden Lounge and the Games Deck. Discover more intimate venues like the Yacht Club, named after the aft lounge on QE2, with 270° views in all directions and dancing until the small hours.

Daytime Activities
Sip afternoon tea beneath ornate cantilevered balconies in the Queens Room, or shop in the chic boutiques of the Royal Arcade. Relive the golden age of ocean travel at the magnificent Garden Parties and Country House Soirees.

There is plenty of choice for the more energetic from fitness classes and sports courts, to swimming and traditional deck sports. Join a dance class and learn the lindy hop or for the first time enjoy a game of croquet on the games deck.

View the unique collection that links Cunard with royalty and British maritime heritage. Join a computer class to keep in touch with those at home and be thrilled by our Cunard Insights programme with a wide variety of guest speakers to inspire you.

Opportunities for relaxation stretch from the simple pleasures of a 6,000 book library to state-of-the-art spa treatments or films from the golden era.

Evening Entertainment
Evenings boast another of Cunard's finest traditions as guests take to the floor to enjoy elegant ballroom dancing. Or discover more intimate venues like the Yacht Club and dance until the small hours with the resident DJ.

Applaud lavish productions from private boxes, as you savour chocolates and champagne in the Royal Court Theatre or sit back and enjoy a screening of you favourite movie.

Enjoy the beautiful sounds from our on board musicians from Jazz to String Quartets, Pianists to Harpists in a variety of times and venues on your voyage.

Enjoy a flutter in the casino, test your minds in the pub quiz or grab the microphone for a karaoke sing song, there are plenty of ways you can join in and meet other guests.

Queen Elizabeth Enrichment Programmes

Cunard Insights
With Cunard's Insights, you can explore a number of historical and contemporary issues presented by a wide range of speakers including explorers, academics, former ambassadors and politicians, historians and scientists, award wining novelists, biographers and acclaimed actors and film makers.

Book Club
The Cunard Book Club offers the opportunity for thought-provoking literary discussions among our guests each voyage. Book Club selections will change quarterly and are reflective of the interests of each ship’s guests. Each Book Club meeting will be led by the ship's Librarian or one of the Hostesses, who will provide a short history of the author and lead the discussion.

Transatlantic Crossing

Experience a Transatlantic Crossing aboard Queen Elizabeth. Sail between Southampton and New York, and experience eight unforgettable days to revel in activities and fascinating enrichment programmes. Your days and nights at sea offer an abundance of possibilities. Spend a refreshing moment beneath a waterfall in the Royal Spa Centre, browse the books in the largest library collection at sea, attend lavish Royal Nights balls, indulge in our traditional Afternoon Tea in the Queens Room, or enrich yourself during a Cunard Insights™ lecture programme. Dine on the finest cuisine and perhaps best of all, be among the privileged travellers who can say they have experienced an extraordinary legacy.

The excitement of a grand Cunard Transatlantic Crossing has changed little over the years. Only the liners and their amenities have evolved for a modern age. Eight leisurely days at sea. The Old World to the New, or back. On the floating world of the Queen Elizabeth, that can mean relaxing on deck and doing nothing at all or it can mean filling your hours with lectures, classes, activities and new friends. However you choose to spend your days, you'll be part of one of travel's richest traditions.

Southampton - England

Cunard's home port, part of seafaring legend, is an ideal starting or ending point for a memorable cruise. No airport check ins. No baggage restrictions. No hassle! Simply start your holiday in style with a glass of champagne on deck aboard one of the most famous ocean liners in the world.

The United Kingdom's premier passenger ship port, Southampton was home to the great transatlantic liners of yesteryear. The port serves as your gateway to Southern England's magnificent historic sites, national landmarks, charming villages as well as the great metropolis of London. It is an ideal starting or ending point for a memorable voyage.

Stonehenge
Europe's most famous prehistoric landmark was built in several stages beginning circa 3,000 B.C.

Salisbury
The city is home to a 13th century cathedral and boasts the best-preserved medieval city walls in England.

Beaulieu
This idyllic riverside village is home to Beaulieu Palace, the ruins of 12th century Beaulieu Abbey, and the internationally acclaimed Beaulieu Motor Museum.

London
The great centre of commerce is, of course, home to Westminster abbey, Parliament, and Buckingham Palace.

Portsmouth
Portsmouth has served as the home of the Royal Navy since the days of Henry VIII.

New Forest
England's largest surviving expanse of woodland was originally William the Conqueror's personal hunting preserve.

Winchester
The Anglo-Norman cathedral features magnificent choir stalls, 15th-century stone reredos, and beautiful stained glass windows.

New York - New York

Now that Queen Elizabeth departs and arrives at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal you can see the best of both worlds!

Walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, this engineering milestone ranks among the world's greatest suspension bridges. From there, head over to the promenade for an even better view of lower Manhattan and the harbor. Next, take a rollercoaster ride, see a dolphin show in Coney Island or explore one of the world's best Egyptian collections at the Brooklyn Museum of Art.

See the bright lights of the Big Apple, international mecca and melting pot, with expensive brownstones, colourful neighbourhoods like Greenwich Village and the Upper West Side, and the legendary Central Park. Explore some of the world's great museums - the Museum of Modern Art, (etc.) Some come just for the shopping: there's Bloomingdale's on Lex, Tiffany's on Fifth, Barneys and the unique boutiques along Madison. Or head downtown and explore the trendy shops of SoHo.