VALENCIA, Calif., March 18,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cunard, the world's most
iconic luxury cruise line, has proudly unveiled a new-look
Queen Elizabeth ahead of her debut
season sailing from Miami and her
inaugural Alaska voyages from
Seattle. The luxurious
2,000-guest ship completed a transformative three-week makeover at
Seatrium's Admiralty Yard in Singapore on Friday (March 14.)
Queen Elizabeth's debut
Alaska season from Seattle begins on June
12, while her inaugural Caribbean voyage from Miami departs on October 16 – a 12-night roundtrip sailing
offering guests the chance to visit Bridgetown's UNESCO-listed Garrison and
bustling markets of Castries, St
Lucia.
Transformation
Queen Elizabeth's signature
spaces, such as the Commodore Club, Queens Room, Garden Lounge, and
The Pavilion, have each been thoughtfully revitalized, connecting
guests to the ocean while providing the perfect space to relax or
enjoy al fresco dining.
Outdoor decks have also been revamped to give guests better
opportunities to admire majestic Alaskan glaciers or gorgeous
Caribbean vistas, with more
sunshades to the aft deck to accommodate warmer weather, for
example.
The story behind the Queens Room redesign, which exudes the
elegance and luxury reminiscent of the golden age of ocean travel,
takes inspiration from the Royal Palace's heritage of planting
Mulberry trees since King James I,
with its new carpet pattern replicating a lush garden
shrubbery.
The Grills experience – a hallmark of Cunard's luxury offering –
has also been elevated to new heights. Guests staying in the
exclusive Grills suites will enjoy enhanced interiors and
exteriors, featuring sumptuous furnishings, sophisticated
detailing, and thoughtful design to deliver the ultimate in comfort
and style. The Grills terrace also features new furniture for
guests to enjoy sunset cocktails.
Wellness
Another standout feature of the refurbishment is the
introduction of The Pavilion Wellness Café, which debuted in 2024
on Cunard's newest ship, Queen Anne.
This wellness-focused venue will serve breakfast, lunch, and
daytime dining with a menu celebrating plant-based cuisine
alongside sustainably sourced meat, fish, and dairy.
Guests can also enjoy the Harper's Bazaar Wellness at Sea
program, first seen on Queen Anne.
This industry-first partnership with Harper's Bazaar offers
three-day wellness packages tailored to relaxation, energy
restoration, or recovery, providing a rejuvenating journey at
sea.
Katie McAlister, President of
Cunard, said: "As Queen Elizabeth
begins this exciting new chapter, we are delighted to offer guests
an even more refined experience on board, with beautifully updated
spaces that combine classic Cunard style with modern comfort. With
a full season based in Miami for
the first time, more guests from the US and around the world can
now experience the Caribbean with
Cunard's unique sense of luxury. The region remains a favorite for
travelers on both sides of the Atlantic, and we can't wait to
welcome guests on board."
For the first time in Cunard's history, one of their iconic
fleet will spend the full season in Miami and Queen
Elizabeth will offer a dedicated program of roundtrip
Caribbean voyages with itineraries
ranging from nine to 28 nights. Guests will enjoy idyllic escapes
to iconic destinations including Montego
Bay in Jamaica,
San Juan in Puerto Rico, and St
John's in Antigua.
For more information about Cunard or to book a voyage, contact
your Travel Advisor, call Cunard at 1-800-728-6273, or visit
www.cunard.com.
For Travel Advisors interested in further information, please
contact your Business Development Manager,
visit OneSourceCruises.com, or call Cunard at
1-800-528-6273.
About Cunard
Cunard is a luxury British cruise line,
renowned for creating unforgettable experiences around the world.
Cunard has been a leading operator of passenger ships since 1840,
and this year celebrates an incredible 185 years of operation. 2025
is a momentous year in Cunard's history, which will be marked with
several iconic land-based events and special Event Voyages. The
Cunard experience is built on fine dining, hand-selected
entertainment, and outstanding White Star service. From a
partnership with a two-Michelin starred chef, to inspiring guest
speakers, to world class theatre productions, every detail has been
meticulously crafted to make the experience unforgettable. A
pioneer in transatlantic journeys and round world voyages,
destinations sailed to also include Europe, the Caribbean, Alaska, the Far East and Australia.
There are currently four Cunard ships, Queen Mary 2, Queen
Elizabeth, Queen Victoria and
new ship, Queen Anne, which entered
service in May 2024. This investment
is part of the company's ambitious plans for the future of Cunard
globally, with the brand now boasting four ships in simultaneous
service for the first time since 1999. Cunard is based at Carnival
House in Southampton and has been
owned since 1998 by Carnival Corporation & plc. www.cunard.com
(NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE:CUK).
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For additional information about Cunard, contact:
Jackie Chase,
Cunard, jchase@cunard.com
Cindy Adams, cindy@mgamediagroup.com
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