This collection features original paperwork and memorabilia from our unforgettable honeymoon crossing aboard the Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) during her historic 30th Anniversary Transatlantic voyage—Voyage 1160—from Southampton to New York, April 14–20, 1999. This sailing also marked the final leg of the QE2’s 1999 World Cruise. We stayed in cabin 4142 and kept a variety of items from the journey, including postcards we mailed back to ourselves, New York landing arrangements, official World Cruise envelopes, baggage tags, and more.

In March 1990, the Azure Seas (Admiral Cruises), formerly known as the Southern Cross, sailed from Los Angeles to Ensenada, offering passengers a short yet memorable getaway along the Mexican Riviera.

Embarking on an iconic eastbound transatlantic crossing aboard the Queen Mary 2, Cunard Line’s flagship, was a journey of timeless elegance and maritime tradition. From December 3 to December 10, 2024, we sailed from New York to Southampton, experiencing the grandeur and sophistication of the world’s only true ocean liner. The voyage offered seven days of unparalleled luxury, featuring exquisite dining, enriching lectures, world-class entertainment, and the serene rhythm of the open Atlantic.

Explore this gallery featuring a collection of photos from a July 18, 2025 visit to the RMS Queen Mary, now permanently moored in Long Beach, California. Launched in 1936 and retired in 1967, this iconic ocean liner served as both a luxury vessel and a wartime troopship during World War II, known for its remarkable speed and capacity.

In July 2004, we embarked on the RMS Queen Mary 2 (Cunard Line) for an 11-day cruise from Southampton, UK, marking a series of inaugural visits to the Baltic Sea and Northern Europe. This gallery showcases a collection of photos from this historic journey aboard the Queen Mary 2 in her inaugural year.

A collection of ocean liner ephemera, including tickets and daily programs, from a transatlantic crossing aboard the RMS Queen Mary in September 1964. My friend, jazz musician Alan Rowe, commenced his crossing on September 10th at 2:00 PM from Southampton to New York City.

On July 15, 2004 during an 11 day Baltic and Northern European cruise we were on the RMS Queen Mary 2 (Cunard Line) made a memorable inaugural visit on July 15 to Ålesund, Norway, where the city greeted the ship early in the morning to celebrate her first arrival.

Explore this gallery featuring a collection of photos from various visits to the RMS Queen Mary, now permanently moored in Long Beach, California. Launched in 1936 and retired in 1967, this iconic ocean liner served as both a luxury vessel and a wartime troopship during World War II, known for its remarkable speed and capacity.

On July 15, 2004, the serene waters of Geirangerfjord in Norway served as a magnificent setting for the RMS Queen Mary 2 (Cunard Line). This majestic liner, surrounded by the towering cliffs and lush greenery of Geiranger, was captured in a series of photographs showcasing the dramatic scale of the fjords and the elegance of the ship.

In a historic maritime event, the RMS Queen Mary 2 (Cunard Line) met its illustrious predecessor, the RMS Queen Mary (Cunard Line), for the first time in Long Beach harbor on February 23, 2006. This "Royal Rendezvous" marked a special moment in the annals of ocean travel, celebrated by thousands of spectators.

On the evening of January 23, 2006, the Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) (Cunard Line) was captured in a stunning photograph during her annual world cruise, as she is docked in the port of Los Angeles.

On July 15, 2004, the Marco Polo (Orient Line) graced the majestic Geirangerfjord and the town of Geiranger, Norway, providing a picturesque scene captured from the deck of the Queen Mary 2.

These photos were captured on July 13, 2004, during the RMS Queen Mary 2’s (Cunard Line) inaugural 11-day cruise to Northern Europe. This remarkable journey included a stop in the Firth of Forth near Edinburgh, marking the ship's first-ever visit to all the ports on this route.

In April 1999, the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) (Cunard Line) celebrated her 30th anniversary transatlantic crossing from Southampton to New York City, marking not just a significant milestone in her service but also commemorating our own honeymoon returning from Europe.