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The Largest Cruise Ship In The World

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On December 22, 2003 Cunard officially launched its first new cruse ship built in 34 years. The $800 million Queen Mary 2 is the longest, tallest, widest and heaviest passenger ship ever constructed. The ship measures 1138.5 feet (345 meters) long, 135.3 feet (41 meters) wide, 237.6 meters (72 meters) tall, and weighing some 150,000 tonnes. The ship accomodates 2,630 passengers and features five swimming pools, 14 restaurants, 24 massage parlors and an art gallery.

Posted: 2003-12-24 11:55:23 AM

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