MS Queen Elizabeth (QE) is a cruise ship of the Vista class operated by the Cunard Line. Queen Elizabeth is operated by Cunard Line. Queen Elizabeth entered service in 2010. Queen Elizabeth is a Vista-class cruise ship operated by Cunard. This SeaDays guide lists verified catalog facts so you can compare Queen Elizabeth with other Cunard ships before booking.
Queen Elizabeth Cruise Ship Guide
Cunard · Vista-class cruise ship
Ship planning snapshot
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Overview
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Cunard
- Ship class
- Vista
- Entered service
- 2010
- Gross tonnage
- 90,901 GT
- Passenger capacity
- 2,070 (lower berth / double occupancy)
- Crew
- 1,000
- Length
- 294 m
- Beam
- 36 m
What makes this ship notable
MS Queen Elizabeth (QE) is a cruise ship of the Vista class operated by the Cunard Line. Queen Elizabeth is operated by Cunard Line. Queen Elizabeth is a Cunard Line ship profile in the SeaDays cruise directory.
Highlights
- Queen Elizabeth is a Vista-class cruise ship in the Cunard fleet.
- Entered service in 2010.
- Lower-berth capacity about 2,070 (lower berth / double occupancy).
Practical planning
Use Queen Elizabeth’s catalog specs—capacity, year, and class—to judge whether the ship matches your itinerary length and travel party. Cabin location, dining reservations, and show times are published by Cunard for each sailing; confirm those on your booking rather than assuming sister ships are identical. SeaDays helps you keep port days, sea days, and notes for Queen Elizabeth in one place so planning stays with the voyage instead of scattered screenshots.
Frequently asked questions
What cruise line operates Queen Elizabeth?
Queen Elizabeth is operated by Cunard.
When did Queen Elizabeth enter service?
Queen Elizabeth entered service in 2010.
What class is Queen Elizabeth?
Queen Elizabeth is a Vista-class cruise ship.
How many passengers does Queen Elizabeth carry?
Catalog capacity is 2,070 (lower berth / double occupancy). Figures can vary by cabin configuration.
How large is Queen Elizabeth?
Verified catalog specs list Queen Elizabeth at 90,901 GT, 294 m long, 36 m beam.
Does SeaDays publish passenger reviews for Queen Elizabeth?
This page is a catalog guide, not a review. Community reviews live in the SeaDays app when guests have submitted them.
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