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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
#QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #Cunard #CunardLine #Oceanliner #Transatlantic #TransatlanticCrossing #30thAnniversary #CruiseShip #ShipSpotting #ShipPhotography #OceanView #Maritime #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
August 23, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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
#QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #Cunard #CunardLine #Oceanliner #Transatlantic #TransatlanticCrossing #30thAnniversary #CruiseShip #ShipSpotting #ShipPhotography #OceanView #Maritime #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
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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
Westbound 30th Anniversary Transatlantic Crossing
#QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #Cunard #CunardLine #Oceanliner #Transatlantic #TransatlanticCrossing #NewYorkHarbor#InstaCruise #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
September 12, 2025 at 4:17 AM
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
Westbound 30th Anniversary Transatlantic Crossing
#QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #Cunard #CunardLine #Oceanliner #Transatlantic #TransatlanticCrossing #NewYorkHarbor#InstaCruise #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
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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.
September 21, 2025 at 1:12 AM
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
September 21, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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
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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.
July 22, 2025 at 9:50 PM
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.
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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
#QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #Cunard #CunardLine #Oceanliner #TransatlanticCrossing #30thAnniversary #Cruise #CruiseShip #ShipLife #ShipPhotography #Ocean #OceanView #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
August 11, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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
#QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #Cunard #CunardLine #Oceanliner #TransatlanticCrossing #30thAnniversary #Cruise #CruiseShip #ShipLife #ShipPhotography #Ocean #OceanView #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
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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
NY arrival on morning of first show at Giants Stadium NJ is well documented, departure not so much
Cure also took QE2 in 1992
August 15, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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
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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August 16, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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
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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.»
(+Air/Sea Economy Packages and America '75 holidays)
«Even if you miss the boat, you can still cross the Atlantic on the QE2.»
June 1, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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.»
(+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.
July 19, 2025 at 11:37 AM
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.
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“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 🍜
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“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 🍜
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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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May 2, 2025 at 10:50 AM
“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...
“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...
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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
May 2, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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
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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.
May 2, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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.
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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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April 1, 2025 at 9:26 AM
New exhibition celebrates luxury Cunard liners and makes appeal for stories about the QE2 on the Clyde
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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: 💀
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: 💀
January 9, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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: 💀
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: 💀
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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
#QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #CunardLine #Cunard #LosAngelesHarbor #WorldCruise #MaritimeHistory #TravelPhotography #IconicShip #OceanVoyage #LuxuryCruise #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
January 10, 2025 at 3:37 AM
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
#QueenElizabeth2 #QE2 #CunardLine #Cunard #LosAngelesHarbor #WorldCruise #MaritimeHistory #TravelPhotography #IconicShip #OceanVoyage #LuxuryCruise #OceanLinerPhotography #SeanGlumace
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Miss Star Queen 1988 on board the QE2
January 14, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Miss Star Queen 1988 on board the QE2
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Here’s a wee throw back to Qe2’s final NYC departure in 2008. Such an unforgetable experience. It was quite an emotional day and qe2 seemed to say goodbye to Manhattan as she slid down the hudson sideways for such a long time before turning to meet QM2 and both sail back to the uk. #cruise #qe2
January 19, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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Verrazano Bridge, NYC and QE2’s final call into her other home port.
January 23, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Verrazano Bridge, NYC and QE2’s final call into her other home port.
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Thought you might appreciate this, QE2 arriving in New York at dawn on the 2nd October 1987. #QueenElizabeth2 #QE2
January 22, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Thought you might appreciate this, QE2 arriving in New York at dawn on the 2nd October 1987. #QueenElizabeth2 #QE2
Its a QE2 Christmas! www.theqe2story.com/forum/index....
December 24, 2024 at 1:53 PM
Its a QE2 Christmas! www.theqe2story.com/forum/index....
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David Bowie on the QE2, New York City, 2002 by Theo Wargo.
December 12, 2024 at 7:51 PM
David Bowie on the QE2, New York City, 2002 by Theo Wargo.
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Myrtleville beach, Cork harbour, May 1988. On the horizon is the QE2, on a brief visit to mark the 150th. anniversary of the of the first steamship crossing of the Atlantic by the SS Sirius which had departed from nearby Passage West, Co. Cork
#Ireland #Cork #ships #liners
#Ireland #Cork #ships #liners
December 1, 2024 at 1:14 AM