Queen Mary offers New Year's Eve fun

 The legendary decks of the Queen Mary will once again be filled with extraordinary festivities and celebration on New Year’s Eve 2012.  The glamour years of the world’s grandest ocean liner are revisited with a red carpet entry to an evening of gourmet food, holiday-inspired drinks, open-air dance floors, live musical acts and culminating with a spectacular midnight fireworks show over the harbor.

Guests can enjoy a “Farewell to 2012” dinner before strolling the decks to their own musical tune, whether sound of soul, disco, jazz, swing or top hits.  Dance the night away to the 80’s tribute band THE DISCO KINGS, watch dueling pianos compete or rock the ship with two DJ’s.  There’s something for everyone onboard!

A variety of dining options are available to enjoy the year’s final feast, from an all-American classic meal at The Promenade Café or four-course gourmet dinner at Sir Winston’s, to an elegant buffet supper in the Grand Ballroom.  Partygoers feeling especially festive can experience the life of royalty and style with the VIP Cabana Bottle Service Package which includes a private booth, bottle service, NYE party favors and full access to all of the ship’s onboard entertainment. Continue the celebration by booking the night at The Queen Mary Hotel and welcome 2013 with the top Champagne Brunch of the year.

General Tickets ($109) include admission to the ship, all on-board entertainment, New Year’s Eve party favors and the best view of midnight fireworks show.  Royal VIP Tickets ($249) ?include admission aboard the ship, all on-board entertainment, NYE party favors, exclusive access to VIP Decks, open beer and wine bar, hors d'oeuvres, desserts, the best view of midnight fireworks show and admission to The Ice Kingdom at CHILL on December 31st.

For more details on prices, dinner packages, hotel packages and bottle service visit: http://www.queenmary.com/events/New-Years-Eve.php

About the Queen Mary
Located in the Port of Long Beach, the Queen Mary features a rich maritime history, authentic Art Deco décor, and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and Long Beach city skyline. At the time of her maiden voyage in May of 1936, she was considered the grandest ocean liner ever built. The Queen Mary’s signature restaurants include the Five-Star Award Winning Sir Winston’s and Chelsea Chowder House & Bar as well as a weekly Champagne Sunday Brunch served in the ship’s Grand Salon. History buffs enjoy the ship’s museum and Glory Days tour, guests of all ages love the Ghosts and Legends show, and the ship is currently featuring the renowned Diana: Legacy of a Princess exhibit and Tea Room. The Queen Mary features 80,000 square feet of event space in 17 remarkable Art Deco salons as well as a tri-level, 45,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall. The Queen Mary boasts 314 staterooms including nine full suites. For more information or reservations, see www.queenmary.com or call (800) 437-2934. The Queen Mary is located at 1126 Queens Highway in Long Beach.