#PhotoEssay: Riding the sea on the iconic Queen Mary 2

Norman Cloete|Published 1 year ago

The 3pm high tea with champagne with a view to die for. Cahi photographically documents his experience on The Queen Mary 2 Luxury Cruise Ship.

In this Saturday Star photography series we feature the work of acclaimed Joburg dentist Dr Norman Cahi.

Affectionately known as the “dentist to the stars”, Cahi has a quest for learning, a thirst for knowledge and a deep interest in his roots and the history of his past.

In the latest edition of the series, Cahi photographically documents his experience on The Queen Mary 2 Luxury Cruise Ship:

Seeing, tasting and trying new things, embracing adventures or simply switching off and having fun gives me a boost like no other. Travel is my passion.

I have learnt to enjoy the journey as much as the destination. I relish the fact that each trip I take is a doorway to cultural insight and personal enrichment.

A year ago my wife and I had the supreme pleasure and privilege of sailing a voyage aboard the iconic Queen Mary 2 ocean liner from Cape Town, up the west coast of Africa to Southampton.

Here are some highlights

For 16 glorious days this majestic liner was our home. Pictures: Dr Norman Cahi

The beauty of the Britannia dining room. Pictures: Dr Norman Cahi

Lalique glassware and sumptuous soft furnishings add glamour and style to the luxurious interior. Pictures: Dr Norman Cahi

The Queens Grill dining room is the most beautiful place in which to enjoy an outstanding menu.

The grilled Dover sole prepared table side was sublime. Pictures: Dr Norman Cahi

There’s nothing like sunset over the Atlantic sitting on teak wooden recliners gazing out to nothingness but the horizon. Pictures: Dr Norman Cahi

The QM2 is steeped in British tradition and the captain rings the brass bell at exactly 12 noon daily much to the delight of the passengers. Pictures: Dr Norman Cahi

No one quite does tea goodies better than the British. Pictures: Dr Norman Cahi

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