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Jan Geiser, cruise specialist with James TravelPoints, recently cruised with her family on the Queen Mary 2.  Previously, my husband and I had traveled on the Queen Mary 2 on a transatlantic crossing.  Thoroughly impressed with the onboard experience offered by such an elegant ocean liner, my family selected the Queen Mary 2 for their Caribbean cruise.

Why Cunard and the Queen Mary 2?  Cunard welcomes children at least six months of age on most Cunard voyages.  A full children’s program, from nursery to teens, is offered.  Thus families are able to share this special journey together.  Supervised activities for children aged one to 17 years are provided throughout the day and… free group kidsitting is available in the evening. 

As we were traveling with our grandson, a toddler,  we thought the Queen Mary 2 would be an excellent choice.  And, we were not disappointed!

Our Caribbean itinerary included three sea days and six ports of call — Curacao, Grenada, Barbados, St. Lucia, St. Kitts, and St. Thomas.

Our sea days were spent enjoying the magnificent Queen Mary 2 including the only Canyon Ranch Spa at sea.   There were many options available including the Cunard Insights programs with guest lecturers.

For our grandson…

We enjoyed time together in the Minnows Pool and Splash Pool adjoining the Children’s center.

 The Child Care facilities were available in the mornings from 9:00AM-12:00 Noon and also, in the afternoon from 2:00PM-5:00PM.  The evening hours from 6:00PM-12:00Midnight (advance notice required) allowed us to enjoy the evening venues knowing that our grandson would also be entertained. 

We experienced High Tea in the Queen’s Room with music provided by the Queen Mary 2 orchestra and singer. We knew that our grandson loved music and dancing but little did we know how much.

Our family enjoyed the Formal nights with grandson in his tuxedo.  Another opportunity to share very special family time together. 

We explored the islands visiting the Sea Aquarium in Curacao.  We found not-so-touristy beaches in Grenada, Barbados, and St. Lucia.

St. Kitts was a getaway for my son and daughter-in-law while we enjoyed the day with our grandson.

Having visited  St. Thomas numerous times,  my husband and I opted to stay onboard the Queen Mary 2.  We enjoyed the solitude of being the only two passengers on one of the outdoor decks. 

Our 10-day family cruise will always be remembered.  Quite frankly, I could continue to write.  But, instead, I would love to talk with you  about cruising with or without family and especially, about the Queen Mary 2.  She is truly an amazing vessel unlike any other in the world!

Please call me, Jan Geiser, 800-274-0436X231, www.travelpoints.com.

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