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Web Release
05-08-2025
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Step Aboard History: Discover the Legacy of Queen Elizabeth 2 with Guided Heritage Tours in Dubai
Step Aboard History: Discover the Legacy of Queen Elizabeth 2 with Guided Heritage Tours in Dubai The Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2), the world's most legendary ocean liner and now a floating hotel docked permanently at Mina Rashid, Dubai, invites you to journey through maritime history with its exclusive Heritage Tours – a captivating experience that brings to life the vessel's remarkable past, iconic design, and royal legacy. Originally launched by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 20th September 1967, the QE2 has sailed more than 5.6 million nautical miles, carrying over 2.5 million passengers and earning her place as a true icon of British engineering and seafaring excellence. The Heritage Tour provides a rare opportunity to step back in time and explore the stories, milestones, and personalities that made QE2 a symbol of elegance and innovation. From her days as a glamorous transatlantic liner to her service during the Falklands War and her transformation into one-of-a-kind hotel, QE2 has worn many faces. Highlights of the Heritage Tour Include: · Original Artifacts and Memorabilia: See authentic objects from the ship's early voyages, including photographs, artworks, and navigational instruments. · Historic Design and Innovation: Learn how QE2 was the first ship to feature air-conditioning throughout, and how her powerful steam turbines enabled her to reach over 32 knots at sea. Gain unique insights into British heritage, design, engineering, and the maritime history of this legendary vessel, spanning over five decades. · An authentic passenger cabin, the captain's quarters, and flag room, and an original garage housing a vintage Rolls-Royce. Built by John Brown's shipyard in Clydebank, Scotland, QE2 was not only a triumph of design but also a cultural icon, hosting Royalty, celebrities, and world leaders across her service years. Today, the QE2 continues to be a symbol of timeless elegance and heritage. Moored permanently in Dubai, she offers not only a unique place to stay but also an enriching educational and cultural experience for residents, tourists, families, and school groups. Whether you're a maritime enthusiast, a lover of British history, or simply curious to see what life aboard an ocean liner was like, the QE2 Heritage Tour promises a nostalgic and awe-inspiring journey unlike any other. QE2 Heritage Tours Book your QE2 Heritage Tour and walk in the footsteps of Royalty, captains, and travellers who made history aboard this magnificent vessel. · QE2 Heritage Tour A classic guided experience taking guests through the ship's most historic spaces, sharing the stories, design, and moments that shaped her legacy. Available daily at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm. · QE2 Heritage Tour for Schools Specially designed for student groups, this educational tour runs on weekday mornings at 8:30 am and 9:30 am, with a maximum of 30 students per session. Advance booking is required. · QE2 Royal Afternoon Tea & Heritage Tour Pair your heritage journey with the QE2 Royal Afternoon Tea experience at the Queen's Grill, available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 3:00 pm and 6:30 pm (last seating at 5:00pm). · QE2 Dine & Discover Combine the Heritage Tour with a lunch or dinner for a complete culinary and cultural experience aboard Dubai's most iconic vessel. Available daily at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm. For inquiries, please contact us at Phone: +971 4 526 8888 or Email: [email protected]
Web Release
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
Queen Elizabeth 2 Enhances its Royal Gallery with Revamped Archival Display Celebrating Visits by Global Dignitaries
The Queen Elizabeth 2, Hotel, one of Dubai's most iconic attractions, and a historic symbol of British maritime excellence, has unveiled a beautifully enhanced Royal Gallery, located in the original 'Queen's Grill Lounge'. This refined space now features a curated display of rare and historically significant photographs, spotlighting decades of Royal visits and encounters aboard the legendary ocean liner. A treasured vessel once synonymous with state visits and royal patronage, the QE2 has hosted some of the most illustrious figures of the 20th century. The newly updated Royal Gallery offers guests a deeper connection to this legacy, with newly restored images that now include Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, His Majesty King Charles III (then Prince of Wales), Her Royal Highness The Princess Anne, and Diana, Princess of Wales among others. Ferghal Purcell, General Manager of the Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel, said, 'The Queen Elizabeth 2 is a living archive of 20th-century history, diplomacy, and Royal tradition. With the enhancement of the Royal Gallery, we are paying tribute to the moments that shaped the ship's iconic status. Every image displayed is a window into history and a reminder of the QE2's enduring global significance.' To ensure the longevity and clarity of this valuable archive, all photographs have been revamped with UV-resistant printing technology, offering enhanced protection against light exposure while maintaining the authenticity of the original imagery. This significant upgrade not only preserves the collection for future generations but also elevates the visual experience for guests walking through this historically rich corridor. This enhancement is part of a broader initiative to continuously enhance the ship's onboard Heritage experiences, providing guests not only with one-of-a-kind hospitality but also a chance to relive the ship's most majestic moments. The Royal Gallery now serves as a storytelling space, honouring not just Royal personalities, but the powerful presence of the QE2 in world affairs, ceremonial tradition, and royal history. The gallery is open to all hotel guests and Heritage Tour visitors and forms an integral part of the immersive heritage offering aboard the QE2. Heritage Tours Step aboard the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 and explore her storied past through four unique guided tour experiences · QE2 Heritage Tour A classic guided experience taking guests through the ship's most historic spaces, sharing the stories, design, and moments that shaped her legacy. Available daily at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm. · QE2 Heritage Tour for Schools Specially designed for student groups, this educational tour runs on weekday mornings at 8:30 am and 9:30 am, with a maximum of 30 students per session. Advance booking is required. · QE2 Royal Afternoon Tea & Heritage Tour Pair your heritage journey with the QE2 Royal Afternoon Tea experience at the Queen's Grill, available on Fridays and Saturdays from 3:00 pm and 6:30 pm (last seating at 5:00pm). · QE2 Dine & Discover Combine the Heritage Tour with either a three-course lunch or buffet dinner for a complete culinary and cultural experience aboard Dubai's most iconic vessel. Available daily at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm. For inquiries, please contact us at Phone: +971 4 526 8888 or Email: [email protected]
