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10/03/2025

𝑳𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝑳𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑸𝒖𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒚

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She was almost a ghost before she was ever a queen. In the shadow of the Great Depression, the RMS Queen Mary lay abandoned—an incomplete dream, silent and forgotten by the Clyde. For years, she stood as a symbol of lost ambition, her future uncertain. It seemed her story would end before it began.

But legends don’t fade so easily. In 1934, hope surged through her steel bones as construction resumed. By 1936, she took to the Atlantic—an unstoppable force. Not the boldest in design, yet unmatched in strength and presence. She wasn't just built to sail; she was built to reign. And reign she did.

When war cast its shadow, the Queen Mary shed her luxury, becoming the formidable ‘Grey Ghost.’ She braved perilous waters, carrying over 800,000 troops. She was hunted but never caught. A rogue wave in 1942 nearly ended her journey, but fate was on her side. She endured—because legends are meant to.

When peace returned, she reclaimed her splendor. She wasn’t just a ship but a world of her own—a place where stars, statesmen, and dreamers crossed paths. Each voyage was a memory, each deck a witness to history.

While the glamorous Normandie dazzled in art deco luxury, it was the Queen Mary's enduring spirit that won hearts. She faced storms and wars but survived them all. And now, long after her final crossing, she stands graceful, proud, and undefeated.

Many of her contemporaries were lost to time, but the Queen Mary lives on. Not just as a relic, but as a monument to resilience, ambition, and beauty. How fortunate we are to walk her decks, to feel the heartbeat of history beneath our feet. She reminds us that legends never die.

𝙇𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙇𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙌𝙪𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙮! A queen who defied time, tide, and fate—and who shall reign forever in the stories we tell.

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09/03/2025

𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘏𝘢𝘭𝘭...

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05/03/2025

The Promenade Deck | QUEEN MARY
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𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙎𝙝𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝘽𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚

One of the most distinctive features of the RMS Queen Mary is her vast, enclosed Promenade Deck — a design element that made transatlantic travel comfortable and is rarely found on ships today.

Stretching nearly the full length of the ship, this glass-wrapped promenade gave passengers a place to walk, unwind, and breathe in the endless ocean, all while sheltered from the unforgiving North Atlantic weather. Sliding windows could be opened on calmer days, blending the comfort of indoors with the raw beauty of the open sea.

Spaces like these were essential on long voyages. Before stabilizers and tropical itineraries, liners like Queen Mary had to face the Atlantic at its worst. Earlier ships, like Titanic and Lusitania, had fully open promenades that were often unusable in poor weather. But by the 1930s, designers understood that comfort and connection to the sea needed to coexist — and Queen Mary's Promenade Deck was the answer.

Today, these grand promenades are nearly extinct. Modern ships have traded them for shopping malls, casinos, and indoor attractions. Few, if any, allow you to simply walk beside the ocean for nearly a quarter mile, in peace, with nothing but the horizon for company.

The Promenade Deck wasn’t just a passageway. It was part of the rhythm of life at sea — morning walks, afternoon reading in a deck chair, watching the waves roll by under soft lamplight as night fell.

It’s spaces like these that remind us why ships like Queen Mary still hold our hearts. They weren’t built just to entertain us. They were built to carry us across the vastness of the ocean — and to make us fall in love with the journey itself.
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04/03/2025

The Sun Deck | QUEEN MARY
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The Sun Deck of the RMS Queen Mary stood as a grand promenade at sea, offering First-Class passengers an unrivaled setting of comfort, style, and open ocean air.

Stretching the full length of the ship, the Sun Deck was a space of leisure and luxury exclusively for First-Class passengers. High above the Atlantic 🌊, guests strolled along the teak decking, lounged in deck chairs 🪑, and enjoyed the fresh sea air while soaking in breathtaking views 🌅. Whether it was for morning walks or afternoon tea ☕ under the sunshine, the Sun Deck offered an experience unlike any other.

Among its iconic features were the Verandah Grill at the aft 🍽️, the intimate Sports Deck area ⚓, and direct access to the Sun Deck Promenade, making it a social hub where elegance flowed as effortlessly as the ocean breeze. The deck also housed critical parts of the ship’s design, including access to lifeboats 🛟 and beautiful glass-enclosed spaces shielding guests from the wind while still providing panoramic views.

The Art Deco details 🏛️ carried from the ship’s interiors blended perfectly with the deck's serene, airy atmosphere, making it a seamless extension of the Queen Mary’s timeless style.

Even during World War II ⚔️, when the Queen Mary served as a troopship, the Sun Deck became a place of brief respite for weary soldiers—although its luxury was stripped back, the open skies and endless horizon offered comfort during uncertain times.

After the war, she returned to her former glory ✨, and so did her Sun Deck—once again welcoming fashionable travelers seeking the finest travel experience at sea.

Imagine yourself reclining under the sun ☀️, hearing the soft hum of the engines below, with nothing but the Atlantic stretching out ahead 🌊. Wouldn’t you want to experience the golden era of ocean liners from the Queen Mary’s Sun Deck?

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Photo Courtesy - Heidi Smith

fineartamerica.com/featured/queen-mary-sun-deck-black-and-white-heidi-smith

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01/03/2025

The Verandah Grill | QUEEN MARY
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The Verandah Grill aboard the RMS Queen Mary was one of the ship’s most exclusive spaces, offering an experience of refined elegance for a select few. Located on the Sun Deck at the aft, it was a first-class à la carte restaurant by day and a stylish nightclub by night. Unlike the grand dining rooms that served hundreds of passengers, the Verandah Grill accommodated just 80 privileged guests, making it one of the most sought-after reservations at sea. The "Grill" followed the British tradition of exclusive à la carte dining, while "Verandah" reflected its airy, terrace-like ambiance, a Cunard feature ✨🚢

This was the only place on board where first-class passengers could enjoy gourmet cuisine prepared to order rather than the set menus of the Main Dining Room. It attracted royalty, Hollywood celebrities, and high society elites who sought a more intimate and personalized atmosphere. As the sun set, the space transformed into the Starlight Club, where live music, fine cocktails, and an enchanting ambiance created one of the most glamorous experiences at sea. 🍸🌙

Designed in stunning Art Deco style, the Verandah Grill featured hand-painted murals by Scottish artist Doris Zinkeisen, created in 1935. These intricate artworks depicted scenes of theater and entertainment, enhancing the venue’s sophisticated charm. Elegant wood paneling, plush seating, and mirrored surfaces reflected the luxurious aesthetic that defined the Queen Mary’s interiors. 🎭🌊

During World War II, when the Queen Mary was converted into a troopship, the Verandah Grill was repurposed as an officers’ space, and its lavish décor suffered damage. After the war, Doris Zinkeisen was commissioned to restore her murals, helping bring the venue back to life for the ship’s return to passenger service. ⚓🖼️

Even as the Queen Mary evolved over the years, the Verandah Grill remained a symbol of ocean liner glamour, known for its elegance, exclusivity, and lively atmosphere.

Would you have loved to experience the Verandah Grill in its prime? ✨🍷
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