Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Other ways to watch your figure include taking part in yoga, tai chi, and exercises classes.
The
QM2
also has a jogging track, a golf-driving range, a basketball court, 50 exercise ma-
chines, and five swimming pools.
QUEEN FOR A DAY OR FOR A LIFETIME
The
Queen Mary 2,
christened by no less than the Queen of England herself, has
been described as larger than life. Here's why:
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She has 17 decks and cost an estimated $800 million to build.
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Her public spaces have more than $6 million worth of art.
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She has the world's only floating planetarium. Called “Illuminations,” this
500-seat auditorium offers three different shows.
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She has an acting school, staffed by members of London's Royal Academy
of Dramatic Arts who also often give live performances.
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She has an exclusive champagne bar with dozens of types of expensive
champagnes and a martini bar with more than three dozen different martinis
on offer.
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Her boutiques and stores on board rent tuxes and sell such luxury brands as
Hermès, Dunhill, Chopard, H. Stern, and Harrod's.
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She has English nannies on board to care for your kids.
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Her Grand Lobby features bas-relief panels of four continents. Included
in the North American panel is no less an American icon than Homer
Simpson.
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Her library is staffed by two very professional English librarians.
