The QE2 Story
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The QE2 Story website & Forum. Established in 2009 to keep the legend of the QE2 Ocean Liner alive. www.TheQE2Story.com. Admin@theqe2story.com. We are a group of enthusiasts, including former passengers, and are unconnected with QE2 Dubai or Cunard.
Anything named after the late monarch should correctly be QEII. QE2 (the ship) was the second Queen Elizabeth ship, hence the 2 rather than II. #QE2 #QEII www.theqe2story.com/forum/index....
QE2 or QEII? What's in a name?
QE2 or QEII? What's in a name?
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Thinking of all the very many couples who met on QE2 over the 40 years of service. www.theqe2story.com/forum/index....
Our QE2 discussion forum has had a major upgrade (refit!) and is now much more modern and easier to use. Why don't you have a look around? We have some fascinating contents from the past 17 years online, and a great search function too. www.theqe2story.com/forum/index.... #Cunard #QE2 #forum
Have you ordered yours yet? The 2026 QE2 Story Calendar, full of YOUR photos! www.theqe2story.com/.../index.ph... #QE2 #calendar #cunard #OceanLiner #transatlantic #queenelizabeth2
With me at the wheel, what could possibly go wrong? I last steered a Cunard ship (QE2) more than 55 years ago and I am delighted to report that in my expert opinion they still handle well.
We were very sad to hear of the Death of QE2 First Officer, Captain Peter Moxom from Falmouth. www.theqe2story.com/forum/index.... #QE2 #cunard #falmouth
Former QE2 First Officer and scuba diving instructor from Falmouth dies aged 62 #Cornwall #Kernow 🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Former QE2 First Officer and scuba diving instructor from Falmouth dies aged 62
He went on to become a postman in St Austell before emigrating to Australia.
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On #ThisDayInHistory in 2008, the former #Cunard #OceanLiner #QueenElizabeth2 (#QE2) docked at her new permanent home in #Dubai, #UAE. Launched in 1967 as one of the last liners, she operated as a cruise ship half the year and on the North Atlantic for the other half until 2008.
Liners used to look nice. I once passed the QE2 (built a few miles from where I live) while crossing to Manhattan on the Staten Island Ferry. They seem to have forgotten about style nowadays
'Tis the season! Consider purchasing a gift membership to SSHSA! In addition to regular membership benefits like our quarterly PowerShips magazine, recipients will also receive 6 notecards, and additional issue of Powerships, and a letter letting them know it's from you.
Queen Elizabeth 2 (Cunard Line) - 30th Anniversary Transatlantic Westbound - April 1999 #QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #Cunard #CunardLine #Oceanliner #Transatlantic #TransatlanticCrossing #30thAnniversary #CruiseShip #ShipSpotting #ShipPhotography #OceanView #Maritime #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
Queen Elizabeth 2 - QE2 (Cunard Line) March 1999 - Coming into New York Harbor Westbound 30th Anniversary Transatlantic Crossing #QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #Cunard #CunardLine #Oceanliner #Transatlantic #TransatlanticCrossing #NewYorkHarbor#InstaCruise #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
On #ThisDayInHistory in 1967, the #QueenElizabeth2 (#QE2) of the #Cunard line was launched in the UK. The last large ocean liner built on the Clyde in Scotland, she served for decades as the only transatlantic liner in service, until replaced by the French-built Cunarder #QM2.
Make a coffee, and login to our lovely free forum, to vote in the photo competition this month, and thank those who have submitted their amazing photos. The theme this month is QE2 Captain & Crew. www.theqe2story.com/forum/index.... #qe2 #cunard
Another historic photo, approaching the Hudson River after passing under the Verrazzano-Narrows bridge with the Statue of Liberty on the left, on the approach to Manhattan on the QE2, 29th September 1987.
Queen Elizabeth 2 - QE2 (Cunard Line) Westbound 30th Anniversary Transatlantic Crossing - March 1999 #QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #Cunard #CunardLine #Oceanliner #TransatlanticCrossing #30thAnniversary #Cruise #CruiseShip #ShipLife #ShipPhotography #Ocean #OceanView #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
According to ships log OTD 1989 Cure boarded QE2 at Southampton making five night transatlantic voyage with WAGS for N Am leg of Prayer Tour NY arrival on morning of first show at Giants Stadium NJ is well documented, departure not so much Cure also took QE2 in 1992
Have you voted in our photo competition? Its quick, easy, fun and free! Have a look at the amazing photos entered this month - www.theqe2story.com/forum/index.... #QE2 #Cunard
Poll for July 2025 - QE2 and the Sunset
Poll for July 2025 - QE2 and the Sunset
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Advert Lucky Dip: Jun 1975: Atlantic cruises ad from Cunard QE2 (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social) (+Air/Sea Economy Packages and America '75 holidays) «Even if you miss the boat, you can still cross the Atlantic on the QE2.»
35 years ago today, QE2 was enroute to New York from Southampton. She would make the crossing in her fastest ever time of 4 days, 6 hours and 57 minutes at an average speed of 30.16 knots. Unlike older fast liners, she did that with just 2 propellors too. Now the crossing takes from 7 to 9 days.
“From elaborate ice sculptures to fresh oysters and lobster. . . there was so much choice.” “The cocktail waiters were just magnificent. I've never seen mixologists like that before.” The QE2 set off on its maiden voyage #onthisday (2 May 1969) #foodanddrink 🍜 www.cntraveler.com/story/what-i...
What It Was Like to Cross the Atlantic on the Queen Elizabeth 2
Former passengers and crew share stories of the white-glove experience on board the iconic ocean liner.
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On this day in 1969, the iconic QE2 set sail on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York. After 39 years of service, 806 transatlantic crossings, and carrying 2.5 million passengers, she now serves as a floating hotel in Dubai. #QE2Anniversary #TravelHistory
Cunard Line's Queen Elizabeth 2 was built by John Brown & Company. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II launched the ship on September 10, 1967. Her maiden voyage in December 1968 was cut short by turbine trouble, but she completed her full maiden voyage #OnThisDay in 1969 from Southampton to NY.
New exhibition celebrates luxury Cunard liners and makes appeal for stories about the QE2 on the Clyde
New exhibition celebrates luxury Cunard liners and makes appeal for stories about the QE2 on the Clyde
When the Queen Elizabeth 2 slid into the famous shipbuilding waters of the Clyde for the first time it was the start of a storied career but, in many ways, a final hurrah.
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20 September 1967. Sir Basil Smallpiece: “Ok your majesty, the vessel will be called the Queen Elizabeth 2 after the original ocean liner Queen Elizabeth.” Queen: 🫤 SBS: 🙂 Queen: *Taps mic* “I name this ship…Queen Elizabeth the Second!” SBS: 💀
Queen Elizabeth 2 (Cunard Line) (QE2) in Los Angeles Harbor during her 2006 World Cruise - January 23, 2006 #QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #CunardLine #Cunard #LosAngelesHarbor #WorldCruise #MaritimeHistory #TravelPhotography #IconicShip #OceanVoyage #LuxuryCruise #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
