The maiden voyage is getting close.
Did you know that the replacement for the QE2 – the Queen Elizabeth – will be setting off on her maiden voyage shortly? Not only that, but on the day she sets sail, you’ve got a chance of get closer to her with Red Funnel?
When the QE2 retired back in October 2008, Red Funnel ran a very popular trip, allowing those who wanted to see her set off for her final cruise, a chance to watch the spectacular event.
Demand was so great that their initial offer sold out within a day or so!
Details of the Queen Elizabeth trip
Being on the ball, Red Funnel is arranging trips again, but this time they’re expanding their offering.
Those who want to see the new, £365m Queen Elizabeth set off on 12 October on her Maiden Voyage from Southampton – her home port – along with the ensuing fireworks display, have two options – the Red Eagle, or the Red Jet, the latter includes a buffet.
It’s going to be quite a sight. The Queen Elizabeth is approx 30% heavier that the QE2, weighing in at 92,000 GRT and has a complement of close to 1,000 staff to look after her 2,068 guests.
This baby is so substantial that she has her own 800+ seat Royal Court Theatre on-board.
UPDATE:Missed your chance of this one If just watching the Queen Elizabeth isn’t enough for you, Red Funnel have also arranged a tour of the Southampton Docks, which is available on the Friday before it sets sail.
Don’t miss out – book now
You can find out the full details and place your booking over at the Red Funnel site. Best to do it soon, given how quickly the initial QE2 boat trip sold out.
UPDATE New video released
Thanks to Red Funnel to choosing VentnorBlog as a marketing partner for this event.
