High Tea on the Cunard Queens

A nostalgic voyage through the golden age of Cunard's legendary liners. Join Paul Curtis, a former entertainment officer, for an amusing and insightful journey into the world of Cunard's iconic Queen ships. From the original Queen Mary to the modern-day marvels, discover the stories, anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of life at sea. Relive the elegance of high tea in the Queens Room and the camaraderie of the Red Lion pub as Curtis shares tales of passengers, crew, and the ships themselves. Perfect for maritime history buffs and cruise enthusiasts, this light-hearted look at life at sea offers a unique blend of history, humor, and personal experience. Prepare for a sniff of the sea and a whiff of champagne as you turn these pages!

PAUL CURTIS went to sea at 18 and worked as a ship photographer aboard ten different passenger ships, before being appointed cabin class entertainment officer aboard the Queen Mary. When the Queens were sold off he moved to New York, then Australia, and worked as a photographer, journalist, magazine publisher and finally Chief Operating Officer for the Imaging and Digital Entertainment Association (IDEA). He has three awards from the Australian Institute of Professional Photography: Hon Life Member, Hon Fellowship and the McCarthy Award for an exceptional long contribution to professional photography. He lives in Queensland.