QE2 Today

QE2's Warm Layup in Dubai

Since arriving in Dubai, the most iconic ocean liner in the world has made but two short voyages. The first was to and from the Dubai Dry Dock in 2009 and the other in late 2010 when she relocated to the inner harbour at Port Rashid, to make space for the growing cruise market in Dubai.

To the delight of QE2 fans worldwide, QE2 is being superbly and professionally cared for by a live-in crew. The ship remains in an excellent condition. Her mighty MAN B&W engines are still running, powering essential services and lighting throughout the ship. As she is idle (and not sailing) the nine engines are cycled through one at a time so that they each remain in good working order.

Since her arrival at Port Rashid, QE2 has been "kept company" by a number of cruise ships. Her former fleet-mates QM2 and Queen Victoria visited in 2009 and 2010 during their respective world cruises.

Today the world watches and waits for someone to save the QE2. While well cared for by Istithmar, her future is uncertain and she is costing her owners a vast sum of money in upkeep.

QE2 is the most magnificent ocean liner of our time, and she is ready and able to sail to any port in the world for use as a hotel or convention / exhibition centre.

It is the hope of many that she will soon enjoy a retirement fit for a queen!

QE2 New Year Party 2011

On 31 December 2011 the QE2 came alive after more than three years alongside at Port Rashid, as the location of a lavish New Years party.

Hundreds of guests enjoyed a party that spanned her open decks. While hosting royalty and celebrities during the party, QE2 was the star of the show, proving to be an excellent entertainment venue.

To view images and read more about the event, click here

QE2 is being offered as an entertainment venue to the public while in warm layup in Dubai. Events can be arranged through Global Event Management.