1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 In this Cruise Radio episode, Doug interviews Rick about his recent transatlantic voyage on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2, sailing from Southampton to New York. Rick shares highlights including pre-cruise adventures in London and Paris, smooth embarkation, stateroom selection, dining experiences, and unique onboard amenities like lectures, a planetarium, and a vast library. He describes witnessing whales, enjoying the ship’s stability in rough seas, and the relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. Rick offers practical tips for first-timers and dispels myths about formality, ultimately recommending the Queen Mary 2 crossing as &quot;a memorable, classic travel experience.&quot; Sponsor Cruise line protection is designed to help if you can’t take your cruise.&amp;nbsp; Third-party travel insurance helps protect you during the trip. Including medical care, delays, and unexpected issues. Compare plans and save up to 30%&amp;nbsp;at&amp;nbsp;TripInsurance.com. Follow Cruise Radio's Socials: LinkedIn&amp;nbsp; | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube&amp;nbsp; | Twitter | Patreon About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009. Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News &amp; Travel Tips https://cruiseradio.net <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/40112925/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/000000/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/40112925