The Queen to launch the new Queen Elizabeth but what other ships has she launched ?

It is so fitting that the Queen will launch the new Queen Elizabeth there really couldnt of been anyone else who could of taken her place.

The Queen has been launching ships since 1947 when she was still a Princess, amazing that she has been launching ships for over 50 years.

The original Queen Elizabeth transatlantic liner was named in 1938 by the late Queen Mother, Queen Elizabeth. The present Queen, then aged 12, accompanied her mother to Clydebank in Scotland for the event. She also launched the Caronia in 1947, although at that point, she was still a Princess.


By 1967, the young Princess Elizabeth had become Queen Elizabeth II and named the QE2, also launched at the John Brown & Co Shipyard in Clydebank.

Her Majesty also named Cunard's Queen Mary 2 in 2004, although Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall performed the honours for the company's Queen Victoria in 2007.

Unfortunately I am not one of the lucky ones to be able to attend the opening ceremony, however some of our staff here will be going and what an experience that will be for them.

I have booked many clients on this new ship and I am sure that she will live up to all expectations. The cruise that I have booked the most passengers on so far is the 28th October 2011 cruise that visits Egypt, Cyprus and Greece a wonderful itinerary for 17 nights and this cruise is proving very popular with both previous Cunard guests and new Cunard guests who want to experience the delights that Cunard has to offer and also this fantastic new ship.


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The Royal Spa onboard Queen Elizabeth to offer the ultimate in luxury experiences

As you would expect the new Queen Elizabeth will not be letting any passengers down with it's luxurious Royal spa.

The tranquil 13,000 square-foot modern spa will be in keeping with the art deco style of the rest of this ship and includes two levels for treatment rooms, and fitness and pool facilities. Like her sister ships, Queen Elizabeth’s spa offers a comprehensive health and wellness programme with a spectacular Hydrotherapy Pool and Thermal Suite, with the new addition of the Royal Bath House. Inspired by holistic, relaxing and stress-relieving treatments drawn from disciplines around the world, the Royal Spa will offer among the most luxurious and exotic treatments available in any spa resort, including being the first spa at sea to provide Remède products and treatments.

The Royal bath house that includes both the Thermal Suite and Hydrotherapy Pool, will be adjacent to the main outdoor pool on Deck 9. Plush robes, slippers and other amenities will be provided and day passes are available for those guests not booking a treatment.

For anyone who really does want to get pampered on board this luxurious new addition to the Cunard fleet then well what can I say there are so many things to choose from, , Cellulite Reduction and Revitalizing Leg Therapy, waxing , hair and beauty treatments you name it and I think they have it.

Queen Elizabeth to offer the finest luxury brands on board for a unique shopping experience

Cunard have announced that the new Queen Elizabeth will feature some iconic brands on board to offer a unique on board shopping experience.

Queen Elizabeth’s Royal Arcade will feature iconic products from Fortnum & Mason who will offer unique teas, preserves, biscuits and gifts.

Queen Elizabeth will also offer:

• Chopard: For 150 years, Chopard has offered watches and jewellery of exceptional quality, exclusively created to the highest standards in Geneva. To celebrate the launch of Queen Elizabeth, the company has produced the Chopard Queen Elizabeth watch – a limited edition watch combining the dual branding of Chopard and Cunard and available at $18,000; both luxury and heritage brands.

• Penhaligons: Fragrances and gifts for men and women including perfume, aftershave, cologne, eau de parfum, body lotion and bath oil. Issued with two Royal warrants and made in England using the finest rare ingredients from bergamot to jasmine.

• Aspinal of London is best known for their hand-made leather photo albums, leather wallets and purses, leather journals, wedding albums and guest books in both classic and contemporary designs.The signature collection on Queen Elizabeth will capture the Cunard luxury trademark.

To celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s introduction, three brands have launched special items:

• Clogau: The jeweller to The Queen has produced a gold Queen Elizabeth limited edition pendant exclusively for Cunard.

• Rotary: A specially-commissioned Queen Elizabeth watch will only be available on board the new Cunarder.

• Halcyon Days: The company has commissioned a special pill box that links the heritage of the brand with luxury at sea.

For those who enjoy a high quality shopping experience then this will be just right for you, the gentleman will have to keep a tight reign on their credit cards I think.