Tuesday, 30 April 2024

At Sea on QM2

Today is our second full sea day heading to New York. The QM2 is a beautiful ship; its recent refurbishment has it in prime condition. The sea was quite calm yesterday, but today the waves and the wind are a bit stronger. It isn't at all uncomfortable, but we do need to be careful when walking the very long distances from one place to another. The air temperature is in the low 50's and the sky is bright blue with puffy clouds, but we haven't ventured outside yet.

Sunday 14 April-Friday 26 April 2024

A Special Blog Edition About Life on Board Seabourn's Quest

There are so many wonderful things to Illustrate about the Quest that I can provide only a brief selection, in no particular order.

Unlike other cruise lines, all Seabourn ships have staterooms in the front, with public spaces in the aft section behind the iconic ship-height atrium double-spiral staircase.

Seabourn Quest Docked in Cartagena, Spain

When first boarding, passengers pass through the brightly-lit corridor that leads to The Restaurant, the main dining room.

Do You Think Will Has Enough Wine Glasses?
You Will Notice He Already Has a Glass of Fine French Champagne

There are other places for food that aren't quite as "casual elegant" as the Restaurant.

The Poolside Bistro Near the Top of the Ship . . .

. . . Offers Sun or Shade for Breakfast and Lunch . . .

. . . Often with Special Events . . .

. . . and Poolside Entertainment.

Solis, a reservations-required restaurant offers unique menu selections and table-side preparation for almost every course. That includes the individually-constructed tiramisu that rises right before the eyes of the diners. Although the specialty restaurant requires advance reservations, it does not have extra charges. In fact, everything on Seabourn is complementary, including alcohol--and champagne--as well as specially made coffees and pastries at the Barista's in Seabourn Square.

Fine Dining in Solis

Seabourn Square is the central meeting point of the ship, with a large Barista bar, computers, shops, library, and all the information desks that passengers might need.

Evening entertainment and a variety of lectures are held in the Salon, an intimate theatre with raked seating.

In addition, there are several bars and lounges that offer a variety of drinks, food, and entertainment--all included in the basic price.

But this entry has gone on long enough and I have more to offer about Seabourn's Quest. So I will carry on in another blog to be posted later.