Related Tags: Victoria Beckham Dubai United Arab Emirates David Beckham Middle East Dubai Palm Britain's best-loved cruiseliner, the QE2, is to end her days as a floating hotel at one of the world's most luxurious developments. The 70,000-tonne ship, launched by the Queen in 1967, has been sold by Cunard for £50million to a Dubai firm. From 2009 the Queen Elizabeth 2 – to give her full title – will be berthed at a specially constructed pier at the exclusive Palm Jumeirah development in the city in the United Arab Emirates. The man-made island is built in the shape of a palm on land reclaimed from the sea. Among the famous who own luxury properties in the development – dubbed the Middle East's most desirable address – are David and Victoria Beckham and Formula One driver Ralf Schumacher. QEII QEII parked at the Palm in Dubai, U.A.E The buyers, Dubai World, already own shipping company P&O. The new owners hope to recreate the QE2's original decor and fittings. 'Passengers' will be able to book in on a night-by-night basis. Dubai World chairman Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem said: 'QE2 is without a doubt one of the wonders of the maritime world, and is easily the most famous serving liner in the world today. 'Dubai is a maritime nation and we understand the rich heritage of QE2. She is coming to a home where she will be cherished.' Built at the John Brown Shipyard on the Clyde in Scotland, the QE2 came into service in 1969 and is the longest-serving ship in Cunard's 168-year history. The ship, named after the Queen Mother, replaced Cunard's cruiseship the Queen Elizabeth – hence the '2' in the title. She was the company's flagship until the 150,000-tonne Queen Mary 2 (QM2) replaced her in 2004, although the QE2 has carried on cruising. Since 1969, the QE2 has undertaken 25 world cruises, has crossed the Atlantic more than 800 times and has carried more than 2.5million passengers. In 1982, the vessel was requisitioned for the Falklands War as a troop ship. [rhsPanel] Sponsored links ads by Google Agoda - Hotels worldwide - Agoda.com/Hotels Last minute offers (even same day!) lowest rates, check availability Jobs Canada - ca.jobrapido.com/Canada Everyday 4,000 new Jobs. Find a Job in Canada! Promo Paket Star Cruise - www.yuktravel.com/cruise Early Bird Promo Star Cruise Virgo Harga Mulai USD 330/orang Hotel TV - WOW your guest - www.at-visions.com/Hotel-TV The future of In-room entertainment - ONEvision Hotel TV by at-visions! Villa Maintenance Dubai - www.homesafe.ae A/C annual maintenance specialists For lower energy costs call today 0 inShare 0 What would you like to say? To add a YouTube video, insert its web address here Send to Metro and share on: Top stories Costa Concordia's captain arrested after three die in cruise accidentCosta Concordia's captain arrested after three die in cruise accident Man arrested in connection with Avtar and Carole Kolar double-murderMan arrested in connection with Avtar and Carole Kolar double-murder Thieves dig 100ft tunnel under shopping centre to rob cash machineThieves dig 100ft tunnel under shopping centre to rob cash machine France loses AAA credit rating with Standard & Poor'sFrance loses AAA credit rating with Standard & Poor's Alex Salmond ready to discuss Scottish independence with David CameronAlex Salmond ready to discuss Scottish independence with David Cameron Rock the week files Modern Warfare 3Modern Warfare 3: Rock the week More The opening ceremony of the 2011 Rugby World Cup at Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand. (Picture: Getty)Rugby World Cup: Rock the Week More Celebrity Big Brother 2011 Celebrity Big Brother 2011: Rock The Week More The Clapham broom armyClapham's broom army: Rock the Week More Cesc Fabregas don't be sad, our music playlist will ease your worriesCesc Fabregas transfer saga: Rock the Week More Reading Festival 2011Reading and Leeds Festival 2011: Rock The Week More 5 day forecast | Local Weather Click here for more Metro iPad app front pageFor your iPad: Metro tablet edition launchedMetro has launched its first interactive version of the newspaper designed especially for the iPad - and it's free... Our choice Most read Costa Concordia Why evacuation drills must improve M&S workers pose nude for calendar Dwarf demands Tindall apology In their words: Scottish debate Roald Dahl celebrated with stamps Click here for more Click here for more Click here for more Read more: http://www.metro.co.uk/news/53617-palm-island-farewell-for-qe2#ixzz1jVd4hH8t
Britain's best-loved cruiseliner, the QE2, is to end her days as a floating hotel at one of the world's most luxurious developments.
The 70,000-tonne ship, launched by the Queen in 1967, has been sold by Cunard for £50million to a Dubai firm.
From 2009 the Queen Elizabeth 2 – to give her full title – will be berthed at a specially constructed pier at the exclusive Palm Jumeirah development in the city in the United Arab Emirates.
The man-made island is built in the shape of a palm on land reclaimed from the sea.
Among the famous who own luxury properties in the development – dubbed the Middle East's most desirable address – are David and Victoria Beckham and Formula One driver Ralf Schumacher.
QEII parked at the Palm in Dubai, U.A.E
The buyers, Dubai World, already own shipping company P&O.
The new owners hope to recreate the QE2's original decor and fittings.
'Passengers' will be able to book in on a night-by-night basis.
Dubai World chairman Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem said: 'QE2 is without a doubt one of the wonders of the maritime world, and is easily the most famous serving liner in the world today.
'Dubai is a maritime nation and we understand the rich heritage of QE2. She is coming to a home where she will be cherished.'
Built at the John Brown Shipyard on the Clyde in Scotland, the QE2 came into service in 1969 and is the longest-serving ship in Cunard's 168-year history.
The ship, named after the Queen Mother, replaced Cunard's cruiseship the Queen Elizabeth – hence the '2' in the title.
She was the company's flagship until the 150,000-tonne Queen Mary 2 (QM2) replaced her in 2004, although the QE2 has carried on cruising.
Since 1969, the QE2 has undertaken 25 world cruises, has crossed the Atlantic more than 800 times and has carried more than 2.5million passengers.
The 70,000-tonne ship, launched by the Queen in 1967, has been sold by Cunard for £50million to a Dubai firm.
From 2009 the Queen Elizabeth 2 – to give her full title – will be berthed at a specially constructed pier at the exclusive Palm Jumeirah development in the city in the United Arab Emirates.
The man-made island is built in the shape of a palm on land reclaimed from the sea.
Among the famous who own luxury properties in the development – dubbed the Middle East's most desirable address – are David and Victoria Beckham and Formula One driver Ralf Schumacher.
QEII parked at the Palm in Dubai, U.A.E The buyers, Dubai World, already own shipping company P&O.
The new owners hope to recreate the QE2's original decor and fittings.
'Passengers' will be able to book in on a night-by-night basis.
Dubai World chairman Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem said: 'QE2 is without a doubt one of the wonders of the maritime world, and is easily the most famous serving liner in the world today.
'Dubai is a maritime nation and we understand the rich heritage of QE2. She is coming to a home where she will be cherished.'
Built at the John Brown Shipyard on the Clyde in Scotland, the QE2 came into service in 1969 and is the longest-serving ship in Cunard's 168-year history.
The ship, named after the Queen Mother, replaced Cunard's cruiseship the Queen Elizabeth – hence the '2' in the title.
She was the company's flagship until the 150,000-tonne Queen Mary 2 (QM2) replaced her in 2004, although the QE2 has carried on cruising.
Since 1969, the QE2 has undertaken 25 world cruises, has crossed the Atlantic more than 800 times and has carried more than 2.5million passengers.
