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You Should Know This About the Cunard... & The Queen Victoria
Cunard Queen Victoria review 2026. What is happening to Cunard right now? With huge announcements rocking the fleet, including Queen Anne transferring to P&O Cruises and Queen Victoria entering dry dock for a major refit, is the traditional Cunard experience beginning to change? So what does it all mean for Cunard, and is the traditional Cunard experience itself beginning to change? Filmed immediately before her scheduled October 2026 refurbishment, this full Queen Victoria ship tour and review explores whether this beloved ocean liner still delivers the authentic, traditional Cunard voyage. Join us for an in depth look at her public rooms, dining, Britannia staterooms, entertainment, and overall condition at this pivotal moment in Cunard history. QUEEN VICTORIA REFURBISHMENT AND DRY DOCK 2026 Queen Victoria enters dry dock on 17 October 2026, returning to service on 7 November after an extensive refit. Upgrades include changes to the Queens Room and Grand Lobby, enhancements to the Queens Grill and Princess Grill, new Britannia staterooms, the addition of the Pavilion Wellness Café, and wider refreshes across public venues. This review documents the ship in detail right before those changes take effect. QUEEN ANNE TRANSFERRING TO P&O CRUISES We also look at the wider fleet context following the announcement that Cunard's newest vessel, Queen Anne, will leave the fleet in May 2029 to join P&O Cruises. In this comprehensive Queen Victoria cruise ship review, we explore her traditional interiors and public rooms, the Queens Room ballroom, Chart Room, library, Royal Court Theatre, swimming pools, promenade deck, restaurants and dining, entertainment, our Britannia accommodation and the overall condition of the ship. The Queen Victoria refit includes changes and improvements to the Queens Room and Grand Lobby, work to the Queens Grill and Princess Grill experience, the introduction of a Pavilion Wellness Café, additional Britannia staterooms and refurbishment across a number of areas of the ship. Our cruise was filmed before the 2026 Queen Victoria refurbishment, so this episode also provides a detailed look at the ship immediately before those changes. QUEEN ANNE LEAVING CUNARD FOR P&O CRUISES There has also been some extraordinary Cunard news since we filmed this review. Cunard's newest ship, Queen Anne, is to leave the Cunard fleet and transfer to P&O Cruises in May 2029. During the episode we look at: • Queen Victoria's traditional interiors, design and atmosphere • The Queens Room and Cunard afternoon tea • The Chart Room and library • Royal Court Theatre and onboard entertainment • Swimming pools, outdoor decks and promenade deck • Britannia Restaurant and the dining experience • Buffet and alternative dining • Our Britannia cabin Our cruise took place in August 2026 and this is an entirely independent review based on our own experience aboard the ship. Ritzy Travel Guide #Cunard #QueenVictoria #QueenAnne #CunardCruises #CruiseReview credit for some aerial sequences to: cruisescape lewis brooks drone aperture 00:00 - Introduction to Cunard Queen Victoria 04:18 - The Look & Feel of Queen Victoria 06:22 - The Chart Room 07:03 - The Library 07:58 - The Queens Room 10:28 - Pools & Decks 12:15 - Deck Games! 15:29 - Entertainment 18:14 - Commodore Club 19:02 - Chuchill's Cigar Lounge 19:58 - Cunard Traditions 20:33 - Afternoon Tea 22:16 - Gala Nights 24:56 - Ritzy Travel Guide on Social Media 25:38 - Not So Good 26:02 - Changes to Fleet with Queen Anne 27:06 - Britannia Dining 31:17 - Lido Buffet 32:42 - Comparing Buffet to Celebrity, Holland America & Princess 34:10 - The Golden Lion Pub 35:05 - Verandah Steakhouse 37:16 - Grills - Queens Grill & Princess Grill 39:56 - Is Grills Worth It? 41:30 - Older Cabins 43:50 - Verdict, Conclusion & Summary ------------------------------------------------- Contact us, and FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/ritzytravelguide Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ritzytravelguide1 email: bill@ritzytravelguide.com www.ritzytravelguide.com Media, commercial or collaboration enquiries to: partner@ritzytravelguide.com ABOUT ME: Hi, my name is Bill. The aim of this channel is to give interesting, and helpful insights into travel. We do not sell vacations. The information provided in this video, and all other videos on our channel, is for general entertainment purposes only. While I strive to offer helpful travel tips and advice, I am not a professional, and the content should not be considered as professional or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified professional, travel, or legal advisor before making decisions related to travel, legal matters, or any specific circumstances. I am not responsible for any actions or outcomes resulting from the use of the information provided in this video. Please contact your travel agent, hotel, representative, or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.