This appeared on todayonline.com about the QM2 recent visit to Hong Kong:
HONG KONG — It was touted to be the event of the year for Hong Kong's cruise industry.
.But when the posh cruise company Cunard's flagship, Queen Mary 2, came a-calling during its maiden voyage around the world, officials turned red-faced when the liner, the world's largest, was forced by a lack of facilities to dock at the city's busy container terminal.
Mr Paul Leung, chairman of the Outbound Tour Operator's Association trade group said: "It was all a disaster … forcing the passengers to go to the container terminal was awful. What does it say about a place when it doesn't have a cruise terminal?"
.The issue, coupled with a negative seminar by a high-profile passenger on board the Queen Mary 2 about Hong Kong's increasing air pollution, became fodder for the local dailies for days last week.
.British academic John Reich, who was an on-board adviser to passengers on what to do during port calls, had recommended that well-heeled travellers stay away from the city.
."Hong Kong is extremely polluted," archaeologist Reich was quoted as telling passengers, before denigrating the city's top tourist attractions.
."There is no point going up The Peak as you will see nothing. Of course, the view is sometimes obscured by fog," he reportedly said of the Mount Victoria summit, which on clear days offers the best view of the harbour.
March 19, 2007
Cunard `s Queens expand transatlantic season with new port calls in Europe
This appeared on http://www.traveldailynews.com
In 2008, the ocean liners Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth 2 will continue to uphold the traditions of Cunard Line. Overall the Cunard fleet will offer more than 40 itineraries and over 95 ports of call in 2008.
The year will start in celebration with the January 13 meeting of all three Cunard Queens (Queen Mary 2, QE2 and Queen Victoria) in New York Harbor for a Royal RendezvousTM - marking the first time in the company`s 168-year history that three Cunard Queens have been in service simultaneously.
In addition to its signature Transatlantic voyages, Queen Mary 2 will offer five 10-day Southern Caribbean Calypso voyages operating roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale, explores the Mediterranean on two voyages, offers three holiday Getaway sailings from New York and travels up the Eastern Seaboard to Canada and New England. The 2008 programme culminates with a 14-day Caribbean Celebration voyage coinciding with the Christmas holidays and New Year`s.Complete information will be available mid-April in Cunard`s 2008 Voyage brochure.
In 2008, Queen Mary 2 increases the number of Transatlantic crossings between Southampton and New York to 24 and its 2006 transatlantic voyages to/from Hamburg, Germany, with the continuation of four such voyages in 2008.New for 2008, she`ll make two Transatlantic voyages to/from Cherbourg, France, one of which departs July 15, the day after Bastille Day.
"Transatlantic crossings continue to distinguish Cunard Line," said Carol Marlow, president of Cunard Line. "We`ve added even more voyages this year and their timeless elegance resonates with an audience seeking our singular combination of history, elegance and glamour. The demand for Transatlantics continues unabated."
"Given the remarkable popularity of our Transatlantic voyages to and from Hamburg, Germany, we`re pleased to add another European destination to our Crossings - via Cherbourg, France - allowing our guests to further tailor their experience on one of Cunard`s legendary voyages to and from Europe," added Marlow.
Vicky Karantzavelou - Monday, March 19, 2007
In 2008, the ocean liners Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth 2 will continue to uphold the traditions of Cunard Line. Overall the Cunard fleet will offer more than 40 itineraries and over 95 ports of call in 2008.
The year will start in celebration with the January 13 meeting of all three Cunard Queens (Queen Mary 2, QE2 and Queen Victoria) in New York Harbor for a Royal RendezvousTM - marking the first time in the company`s 168-year history that three Cunard Queens have been in service simultaneously.
In addition to its signature Transatlantic voyages, Queen Mary 2 will offer five 10-day Southern Caribbean Calypso voyages operating roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale, explores the Mediterranean on two voyages, offers three holiday Getaway sailings from New York and travels up the Eastern Seaboard to Canada and New England. The 2008 programme culminates with a 14-day Caribbean Celebration voyage coinciding with the Christmas holidays and New Year`s.Complete information will be available mid-April in Cunard`s 2008 Voyage brochure.
In 2008, Queen Mary 2 increases the number of Transatlantic crossings between Southampton and New York to 24 and its 2006 transatlantic voyages to/from Hamburg, Germany, with the continuation of four such voyages in 2008.New for 2008, she`ll make two Transatlantic voyages to/from Cherbourg, France, one of which departs July 15, the day after Bastille Day.
"Transatlantic crossings continue to distinguish Cunard Line," said Carol Marlow, president of Cunard Line. "We`ve added even more voyages this year and their timeless elegance resonates with an audience seeking our singular combination of history, elegance and glamour. The demand for Transatlantics continues unabated."
"Given the remarkable popularity of our Transatlantic voyages to and from Hamburg, Germany, we`re pleased to add another European destination to our Crossings - via Cherbourg, France - allowing our guests to further tailor their experience on one of Cunard`s legendary voyages to and from Europe," added Marlow.
Vicky Karantzavelou - Monday, March 19, 2007
March 16, 2007
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