We had a 2:15 embarkation. All the cruising we've done, that is the latest we've ever boarded. The boarding pass said, "do not come earlier". We got there at 1:45 and it was the smoothest check in ever! We may have missed lunch, but it was worth it. So well organized and the most we waited was at US customs with 3 people ahead of us. Nexus really helped.
The ship does not feel crowded. I know it's sold out but there is only a capacity of just over 2,000. Our room is on the 6th floor, midship balcony. Lovely room and a kettle, coffee, tea and a bottle of champagne in our fridge with two glasses. Nice touch, Cunard.
We have open dining and walked right in. Great waiter and a lovely atmosphere. They have really relaxed the dress code on Cunard. Jackets are only required for men two nights on the cruise. The rest of the time they are not required.
The evening show in the dining room was Gary Lovini, a British violinist. That sounds a little sleepy, but believe me he sure wasn't. He played Dancing Queen, Sweet Caroline and many other great numbers. He ended his show with a tribute to Queen that lasted about 15 minutes.
We then went to the Queens Room to watch the ball room dancing. Lots of great dancers and wonderful music. Tomorrow, a wonderful day at sea.
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