Ship: QE2.
Operator: Cunard Line.
Passenger capacity: 1,756.
Dining rooms: five.
Accommodation: ranges from inside two-berth cabins to suites with balconies.
Details: QE2 is the only ship to carry out regular transatlantic cruises from Southampton to New York.
Entertainment: cinema, West End-style shows, comedians, lectures, casino, films on television in cabin.
Food: excellent service and choice. The Lido Cafe serves as an alternative venue for people who don’t want to get dressed up for dinner in the restaurants every night. There is also a separate fast-food cafe serving burgers etc.
Drinks: several bars, all with good service. Pint of Carlsberg $3.50, Gin and tonic $3.75, Pink Lady $4.50, glass of champagne $8 a glass.