Length:	1,132 feet
Beam:	135 feet
Beam at Bridge Wings:	147.5 feet
Draft:	32 feet 10 inches
Height (Keel to Funnel):	236.2 feet
Gross Tonnage:	Approximately 151,400 gross tonnes
Guest Capacity:	2,592 lower berths 3,056 maximum capacity (Including third and fourth berths)
Crew:	1,253
Cruise Speed:	28.5 Knots
Power:	157,000 horsepower, environmentally friendly, gas turbine/diesel electric plant
Propulsion:	Four pods of 21.5 MW each; 2 fixed and 2 azimuthing
Strength:	Extra thick steel hull for strength and stability for Transatlantic Crossings
Stabilizers:	Two sets
Cost:	Estimated $800 million

Some Comparisons:

• QM2 is five times longer than Cunard's first ship, Britannia (230 ft.)
• QM2 is 113 feet longer than the original Queen Mary
• QM2 is more than twice as long as the Washington Monument is tall (550 ft.)
• QM2 is 147 feet longer than the Eiffel Tower is tall (984 ft.)
• QM2 is more than 3½ times as long as Westminster Tower (Big Ben) is high (310 ft.)
• QM2 is only 117 feet shorter than the Empire State Building is tall (1248 ft.)
• QM2 is more than three times as long as St. Paul's Cathedral is tall (366 ft.)
• QM2 is as long as 41 double-decker London buses (31½ ft. each)
• QM2's whistle is audible for 10 miles

More Interesting Facts:

• In 1839, Queen Victoria awarded Samuel Cunard the first ever licence to deliver mail across the Atlantic, proudly granting his steam ship the honoured title RMS (Royal Mail Steamer).  In 2004 RMS (Royal Mail Ship) Queen Mary 2 was awarded this privileged title and continues to celebrate this golden heritage.
   
• Queen Mary 2's kennel programme is available on all crossings between New York and Southampton in either direction, and is overseen by a full-time Kennel Master who takes care of responsibilities such as feeding, walking and cleaning the ship's 12 spacious kennels. Travelling dogs and cats also receive a complimentary gift pack and other animal amenities.The kennels and adjacent indoor and outdoor walking areas are open throughout the day, enabling passengers to spend significant time with their pet. Reservations for the kennels may be made at time of booking, and are based on space availability. Contact Cunard for fees and additional requirements.

Atlantic Room
The forward-facing Atlantic Room features stunning sea views from its Deck 11 vantage point. This private salon hosts daytime card play and other functions, and is available for private events and parties.

Bookstore
Adjacent to the largest library at sea is our beautiful bookstore and souvenir shop, specialising in nautical literature, posters, postcards, and collectibles.

Canyon Ranch SpaClub^®
Queen Mary 2's 20,000-square foot health club, offers a wide array of pampering possibilities, as the sensational AquaTherapy Centre and well-equipped Fitness Centre.

Chart Room
Just off the Deck 3 grand arcade is Cunard's Chart Room. The room's long shape guarantees a sea view through one of the many picture windows. Do you wish to locate where you are whilst at sea? Just look at the nautical charts and maps dressing the walls - and the bar itself!

Commodore Club
Savour a martini in this intimate lounge, complete with charming piano music and a detailed scale model of Queen Mary 2 behind the bar.

Computer Centre
With 21 computers available for guests use, you're sure to stay connected during your voyage.  A charge will be made for internet and email usage. Plus, 14 WiFi Hotspots are available in public rooms and areas throughout the ship.

Empire Casino
The Monte Carlo-inspired Empire Casino offers a full variety of opportunities to tempt Lady Luck - 13 Gaming Tables, over 120 slot machines, even video poker. Also, there is the convenient Casino Bar.

Image Gallery
The Image Gallery, located port side on Deck 3, is completely digital which allows you almost instant access to your photos. We can process your film, print your digital photos and store everything on CD for you. We also have an elegant selection of frames, albums and folios to preserve your memories.

Swimming Pools
There are a total of five swimming pools onboard Queen Mary 2, including the Terrace Pool on Deck 8, The Minnows Pool especially for children on Deck 9, the Sun Deck Splash Pool on the top of the ship, and our most popular Pavilion Pool on Deck 12, which features a retractable dome for any weather!

Golden Lion Pub
Darts, karaoke and ale - everything you'd expect of an authentic English pub. There's even a traditional Pub Lunch served every day, with classic favourites such as fish & chips and cottage pie.
 

G32
Named for her shipyard hull number, Queen Mary 2's two-level disco occupies a discreet location aft of the Queens Room on Deck 3 and features a contemporary style with both a DJ and live dance band.

Grand Lobby
The Grand Lobby towers over three decks high and is graced with two sweeping grand staircases. It's also home to the spectacular Bronze Relief, with beautiful lighting effects that change throughout the day. The Lobby features elegant music that sets a sophisticated tone, from harpists to string quartets.

Illuminations^SM
A shipboard Planetarium offering a variety of constellation shows and virtual reality rides through the skies, which also serves as the ship's movie theatre and lecture hall.

Library
Linger over more than 8,000 books, at the largest library at sea. Ask our Librarian to help you find your favourite authors, from Tolstoy to Jackie Collins.

Maritime Quest Exhibit
This unique exhibition located throughout the ship's corridors and stairwells unveil Cunard Line's proud history from Sir Samuel Cunard's first venture across the Atlantic in 1840 to the building of Queen Mary 2.

Mayfair Shops
Fine shopping from top boutiques and brands such as Harrods, H. Stern's, Chopard, Hermes and more - from voyage souvenirs to exquisite jewellery and high fashion.

Queens Room
Queen Mary 2's striking Queens Room spans the full width of the ship - 134 feet wide.
 

Royal Court Theatre
Enjoy lavish musical revues and guest entertainers in this two-level, multi-tiered theatre, seating 1,105 guests.

Sir Samuel's
This venue, named for our esteemed founder Samuel Cunard, serves coffees, cappuccinos and a light menu by day. Afternoons and evenings, enjoy a variety of fine wines by the glass with your fellow guests.

Sports Decks
Deck 12 and 13 offer golf simulators, a putting green, paddle tennis, basketball, pools, shuffleboard and more.

The Zone/The Play Zone
These special venues host Cunard's Children Programme, offering activities and entertainment for our youngest guests from Ages 3-6, to children ages 7-12 to teens.

Veuve Clicquot^® Champagne Bar
Positioned off Deck 3's Grand Lobby, this refined salon makes a perfect meeting ground. Guests may choose among seven different Veuve Clicquot champagnes.

December 2008

CAPTAIN	Charles Bates
STAFF CAPTAIN	Robert Gerald Camby Hamish Sunter	Until 28 December Embarks 28 December
SENIOR DOCTOR	Petrus Badenhorst
CHIEF ENGINEER	Brian Wattling Ronald Keir	Until 14 December Embarks 14 December
HOTEL MANAGER	Robert Howie
FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER	Stefan Engl
EXECUTIVE CHEF	Karl Winkler
CHIEF PURSER	Chantal Mooiman
ENTERTAINMENT DIRECTOR	David Pepper Raymond Rouse	Until 9 December Embarks 9 December

Sail Into History

Queen Mary 2 is the defining luxury ocean liner for the 21st century in every possible aspect. Entered service in January 2004, she combines over 165 years of tradition with modern innovations hardly dreamed of only a few years ago. As the grandest liner ever built, Queen Mary 2, as she is affectionately called, carries 2,592 guests in degrees of comfort and style ranging from pampered elegance to almost unimaginable luxury.

7 Jun 1998	'Project Queen Mary' announced and initial plans for a new liner unveiled
8 Nov 1999	General plans completed and first images released
10 Mar 2000	Letter of intent signed with Chantiers de L'Atlantique in France
6 Nov 2000	Formal contract signed
16 Jan 2000	First sheet of steel cut
4 Jul 2002	Keel laying ceremony Captain Ron Warwick appointed Master Designate
1 Dec 2002	Float out
25 Sep 2003	First sea trials
7 Nov 2003	Second sea trials. Speeds of 30knots reached
22 Dec 2003	Formal hand-over of Queen Mary 2 to Cunard Line
26 Dec 2003	Maiden arrival in home port of Southampton, England
8 Jan 2004	Queen Mary 2 named by HM Queen Elizabeth II
12 Jan 2004	Departure on Maiden Voyage from Southampton to Fort Lauderdale, United States
16 Apr 2004	Maiden Transatlantic Westbound Crossing to New York
25 Apr 2004	Historic Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing in tandem with Queen Elizabeth 2