Queen Mary 2 Named "Best Luxury Cruise Ship" By Travel Weekly

Readers Choice Awards single out "Best of the Best in the travel industry"

Valencia, CA - December 20, 2007 - At its fifth annual Readers Choice Awards gala, the editors of Travel Weekly, the national newspaper of the travel industry, named Cunard Line's flagship ocean liner Queen Mary 2 the world's "Best Luxury Cruise Ship." Presented at a black-tie dinner at New York City's Pierre Hotel on December 13, 2007, the award reflects the educated opinions of Travel Weekly's 40,000 readers, comprising  industry executives, travel agents and wholesalers.

"We are honored to receive this influential award," said Carol Marlow, president of Cunard Line. "We strive to deliver the cruise industry's premier travel experience and this award is recognition that when it comes to luxury, Cunard - and specifically Queen Mary 2 - exemplifies the pinnacle of ocean voyaging. We look forward to seeing her new sister ship, Queen Victoria, earn a place on this prestigious list," she continued.

"This is the industry insiders' award," said Arnie Weissmann, vice president and editor in chief. "Travel Weekly's readership understands what it takes to 'wow' a traveler. Not only are the travel professionals who vote avid travelers themselves, but they also hear first-hand the unvarnished truth - the compliments and complaints - from thousands of American consumers. To be voted a winner in any category is confirmation that you've won the hearts of American travel agents and their customers."

Queen Mary 2 is the grandest ocean liner ever built. There are a wide variety of suites and staterooms available in degrees of style and comfort ranging from pampered elegance to almost unimaginable luxury in the ship's famed Grill-level accommodations. Queen Mary 2 brings together like-minded travellers who relish the Cunard hallmarks of impeccable White Star ServiceTM, fine dining, sophisticated adventure and legacy of historic voyages and transatlantic travel.