Dining on a QM2 Cruise
Mar 17, 2005 | 9:28 pm
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A Cunard cruise is on our short list of things to do in the very near future. In fact, since we love cruising for the sake of cruising and are not really interested in visiting a lots of ports of call...many of which we've already visited....a Cunard trans-Atlantic cruise is right up our alley.
As to table size, we've done everything from a table for two all the way to a table for twelve.
Bottom-line, I think we prefer larger tables. We're both outgoing and can find interesting things to both talk about and learn from a diverse group of people. We're used to dining as a pair and have no problem with that but like the camaraderie of a large group.
But as this thread indicates, each to his/her own.
As to table size, we've done everything from a table for two all the way to a table for twelve.
Bottom-line, I think we prefer larger tables. We're both outgoing and can find interesting things to both talk about and learn from a diverse group of people. We're used to dining as a pair and have no problem with that but like the camaraderie of a large group.
But as this thread indicates, each to his/her own.
Apr 13, 2005 | 11:53 am
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Having sailed recently on the QM, I think the assumption that the other diners would be over 60 is wrong, especially in the Britannia Restaurant. The 'older' set is more likely to be found in the Grill restaurants. I know, I was one of them at 60. But then, this is the crowd with whom I have much more in common. And a table for 2 has neighbors and one can always chat with them if the spouse gets boring or sleepy.
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Apr 13, 2005 | 12:57 pm
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Originally Posted by ScottC
I have been seated with people capable of spoiling my vacation. Some people have the social skills of a brick wall. Besides that, some people simply prefer the peace and quiet of the 2 of them at dinner.
Apr 13, 2005 | 3:11 pm
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Originally Posted by ScottC
It may not be PC, or even nice but when I drop 3 or 4 grand on a cruise I don't want a single thing to annoy me and trust me, sitting with 12 people, with most of them well past 60 and listening to their endless droning about how many cruises they have been on simply doesn't work for me.
The funny thing is that the nicest people we meet are others that are at a table for 2, as they are usually doing so for the same reasons as we are.
The funny thing is that the nicest people we meet are others that are at a table for 2, as they are usually doing so for the same reasons as we are.
And I'm with ScottC, nothing better or more romantic than a room service dinner on your private veranda
Apr 14, 2005 | 7:32 am
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One of the best cruises we've ever had we were seated at a table of 10 with a group of firemen and the wives on their first ever cruise. We had a ball, enjoyed seeing them in ports (where they visited firehouses and gave gifts to the local firemen) and generally enjoyed their cruise. Don't be afraid of strangers!
May 21, 2005 | 8:58 am
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Originally Posted by Analise
That's another reason I won't cruise. Cruise ship companies have this insane idea that everybody wants to eat at tables of 10 people.
May 21, 2005 | 9:47 am
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Originally Posted by Analise
That's another reason I won't cruise. Cruise ship companies have this insane idea that everybody wants to eat at tables of 10 people.
Why would you only want to sit with your husband, with whom you can dine any other time, unless you are newlyweds, that is? In my experience (two QE2 cruises), you will be missing out on a great experience if you limit yourself to a table for 2. It is an opportunity to meet new people, find out about other countries, customs, & cultures and in general, open your horizons. Isn't that part of the travel experience? Why go on the cruise at all if you just want to do the same thing you can do at home?
Not sure of the point of this question. As others have said, everyone is different. I am sure the poster has lots of reasons for cruising.Good suggestion by laf747 to visit Cruise Critic. Lots of info there.
Phil
Last edited by philadam; May 21, 2005 at 9:51 am