Summary of Main Items to make QE2 suitable for cruising

[Michael Gallagher]

On 19 February 1966 Cunard's Naval Architects Department produced the following list of Main Items "added to the vessel as a North Atlantic ship for cruising":

• A number of lifeboats adapted so that they may be used as cruise launches.
• Certain cargo spaces insulated and refrigerated to provide additional storage space when cruising.
• Increase in certain storerooms.
• Passenger embarkation gangway facilities.
• Outdoor pools.
• Library covertible to Cruise Office.
• Additional cruise entrances.
• Additional morring equipment for Panama Canal.
• Tendency for cabins to have larger wardrobes etc.
• Deck buffet and pantries.
• Larger laundry with consequent additional fresh water storage capacity.
• Cruise Director's accommodation and office.
• Increase in kitchen facilities and bedroom service pantried.

The list concluded "In addition to the above, there are many other items"

[Twynkle]

This is a treat to read - the very 'essence' of QE2
Thanks so much Flagship, for showing us the 'list'!

[Lynda Bradford]

This list brings into context the differences in a cruise ship such as lifeboats adapted to be used as cruise launches. Deck buffet and pantries for when visiting warmer climates. Something we took for granted when onboard QE2