https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/3f302bd6-e6bd-4082-a1e1-bb9484a9ec68 Please note: our print of this film is not complete. We continue to look for a more complete print to post for you. Made for Cunard in the 1950s, "Getting There is Half the Fun" was produced byJohn Bransby Production. This promotional film showcases the RMS Queen Elizabeth and what passengers can expect on their journey, starting in New York City and ending in England. Launched by Cunard in September 1938, this magnificent 83,637-ton 1,031-foot-long vessel was the largest passenger ship in the world until 1962. With 761 cabins, she carried 2,283 passengers in luxurious comfort. The film depicts the Queen in all her majesty, offering an extensive full-color tour of her living, dining, and recreational facilities. From her classic cabins, kitchens, swimming pools and huge deck spaces to her elegant dining rooms, this film is a lasting tribute to the RMS Queen Elizabeth, which met a very unfortunate end in Hong Kong harbor in early 1972. The film also shows the Brittanic, the Mauretania, the Parthia, and other Cunard vessels. Summary: 0:54 - 1:02: Earth is mostly water, inspiring human exploration. 1:04 - 1:22: Norseman Leif Ericson and Vikings crossed the North Atlantic. 1:25 - 1:37: Christopher Columbus discovered the New World, sparking exploration. 1:40 - 2:17: Early settlers and explorers mapped and colonized America, establishing trade routes. 2:24 - 2:33: Clipper ships set transatlantic speed records but lacked comfort. 2:36 - 3:01: Samuel Cunard envisioned steam-powered ships for reliable travel. 3:04 - 3:10: The Britannia's maiden voyage in 1840 marked the start of Cunard's legacy. 3:14 - 3:34: Cunard's fleet grew, including famous ships like the Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth. 3:37 - 4:01: Cunard's modern fleet offers various ships for different preferences. 4:04 - 4:35: Cunard's Canadian service fleet connects Europe and Canada. 4:38 - 5:17: The luxurious Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth are iconic transatlantic liners. 5:20 - 6:03: Cunard's diverse fleet offers a wide range of accommodations and frequent sailings. 6:07 - 7:00: Travelers from North America embark on Cunard ships from various ports. 7:04 - 8:05: Boarding the Queen Elizabeth in New York is a seamless experience. 8:10 - 9:09: The ship's luxurious first-class rooms surprise many first-time travelers. 9:13 - 10:16: The Queen Elizabeth prepares to sail, with passengers and visitors on deck. 10:19 - 11:05: The ship departs, creating excitement among passengers and those on shore. 11:07 - 12:03: The Queen Elizabeth moves down the Hudson River, a majestic sight. 12:14 - 13:02: Passengers explore the ship, guided by clear signs and deck plans. 13:05 - 14:00: The pursers' bureau handles voyage details and communication. 14:02 - 15:01: Passengers enjoy luxurious accommodations and services on board. 15:03 - 16:02: The ship offers various recreational activities and dining options. 16:05 - 17:02: Shopping, reading, and writing are popular pastimes on the ship. 17:05 - 18:16: The ship's sports decks provide space for games and exercise. 18:19 - 19:00: The swimming pools and other facilities offer relaxation and fun. 19:03 - 20:27: Afternoon tea and the main lounge provide elegant settings for relaxation. 20:30 - 20:45: The ship's theaters show feature films, adding to the entertainment options. Motion picture films don't last forever; many have already been lost or destroyed. We collect, scan and preserve 35mm, 16mm and 8mm movies -- including home movies, industrial films, and other non-fiction. If you have films you'd like to have scanned or donate to Periscope Film, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us via the link below. This film is part of the Periscope Film LLC archive, one of the largest historic military, transportation, and aviation stock footage collections in the USA. Entirely film backed, this material is available for licensing in 24p HD and 2k. For more information visit http://www.PeriscopeFilm.com Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhfasK3gaAs Mirrored from Periscope Film (https://www.youtube.com/@PeriscopeFilm) Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:21:31 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://peertube.dngr.us https://peertube.dngr.us/lazy-static/avatars/41a6fee9-7f57-42d0-a5fc-5db4f1af2e31.png https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/3f302bd6-e6bd-4082-a1e1-bb9484a9ec68 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://peertube.dngr.us/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.