Hundreds of spectators turned out to view the ships' ceremonial "Royal Rendezvous" just offshore. Queen Mary 2 embarked on her first-ever World Cruise - an 80-day circumnavigation of the globe - while Queen Elizabeth 2 began her "Silver Jubilee World Cruise" - an exotic 108-day voyage marking her 25th around the world.
Cunard Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth 2 Ocean Liners Two Grand Ocean Liners Rendezvous in Fort Lauderdale Before World Cruises
By Linda Garrison, About.com Guide
On January 10, 2007, Cunard's Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth 2 set sail on simultaneous World Cruises from Ft. Lauderdale.
Cunard Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth 2 Ocean Liners at the Dock in Fort Lauderdale
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