Cunard has unveiled 150 new, international sailings on the line’s three Queens for 2023 – Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mary 2 and Queen Victoria – visiting 120 unique ports in 35 countries from 23 April to 15 December next year. The flagship Queen Mary 2, the world’s only ocean liner, will sail 18 Transatlantic Crossings with … Read more
In a move that indicates major cruise lines have made up their minds about the likelihood of a cruise season in Australia, Cunard and Seabourn have cancelled sailings here this year. “We are extremely sorry for the huge disappointment cancellations will cause for all guests who have been affected,” said Cunard president Simon Palethorpe. “Unfortunately, … Read more
This is your once-in-a -lifetime chance to experience all three Cunard ships – Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria – sailing the Mediterranean, crossing the Atlantic Ocean and cruising to Alaska. The cruise-and-land holiday will also include stays in five international cities of Rome, London, Bath, New York and Vancouver, taking in some … Read more
There is much confusion over when international lines will return and cruise in Australian seas. The Federal Government’s official ban on foreign cruise vessels entering local waters ends on 17 September. So what do the cruise lines say about when they’ll be back? Carnival Cruise Line said it will resume cruising when it is safe … Read more
Cunard has announced it will be extending its suspension period, until July for the Queen Mary 2 and the Queen Victoria, and until September for the Queen Elizabeth. For the Queen Mary 2 and the Queen Victoria, the line announced it will be cancelling all sailings that were due to depart before and up to, 31 July. For the Queen Elizabeth, she was … Read more
A new musical is set to star on Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria. Playing exclusively in the Royal Court Theatre, Top Hat is a romantic 1930s comedy set in the Golden Age of Hollywood. And it was this era that is known for its dazzling costumes and tap dancing. The production features music and … Read more
Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth will spend a second season sailing in Australian waters for at least 101 days or more in the summer of 2021. “There is no doubt that Cunard will maintain, if not grow Queen Elizabeth’s presence in Australia in 2021 – but we will vary her voyages,” David Rousham, Cunard vice president UK … Read more
On June 4, Queen Victoria returned to service following a major AU$57m refit. Chris Frame was aboard the ship’s first voyage to check out the changes. Externally, the freshly repainted Queen Victoria looks familiar yet different. Her profile has been altered; with the once terraced stern being rebuilt in a squared form due to the … Read more
As I boarded the newest Cunard queen at Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal, I overheard a very English lady saying, referring to our media group, “These must be the visitors.” I asked her how she was enjoying Queen Elizabeth’s maiden world voyage, 100 days in, and she laughed and said, “It’s absolutely wonderful – but I … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
