{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Review from Southampton to New York City | Cunard Line","description":" In this Cruise Radio episode, Doug interviews Rick about his recent transatlantic voyage on Cunard\u2019s 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\u2019s 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\u2019t 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.  ","author_name":"Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News &amp; Travel Tips","author_url":"https:\/\/cruiseradio.net","html":"<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>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40112925"}