Cunard Launches New Voyages Sailing from October 2026 to April 2027

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Cunard has unveiled its new program of voyages for October 2026 to April 2027, featuring more than 40 new itineraries across its fleet of four Queens. The program includes 101 unique destinations in 57 countries, with 62 UNESCO World Heritage sites. Highlights include 22 overnight port calls, 26 late-evening departures, and two maiden calls for the fleet: Ferrol, Spain, and Acajutla, El Salvador.

Key voyages include Queen Anne's 56-night South America Discovery trip, Queen Mary 2's Transatlantic Crossings, Queen Victoria's 109-night World Voyage, and Queen Elizabeth's Caribbean program from Miami. Early booking benefits are available for guests who book between October 16, 2024, and March 27, 2025, including on-board credits and additional perks for longer voyages.

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• Expansion of Cunard's voyage offerings with more than 40 new itineraries
• Introduction of two new maiden calls for the fleet, expanding destination options
• Queen Anne's maiden call to South America as part of a 56-night voyage
• Queen Victoria's extensive 109-night World Voyage
• Early booking benefits including on-board credits and additional perks for longer voyages

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VALENCIA, Calif., Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Luxury cruise line Cunard has announced its new program of voyages sailing from October 2026 to April 2027.

Guests will be able to enjoy more than 40 new voyages on Cunard's iconic fleet of four Queens: flagship Queen Mary 2, its newest vessel Queen Anne, as well as Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth.

The new itineraries feature 101 unique destinations across 57 countries, including 62 UNESCO World Heritage sites. With 22 overnight port calls and 26 late-evening departures, the new program offers guests even more opportunities to explore the world. Among the highlights are two maiden calls for the fleet: Ferrol, Spain, and Acajutla, El Salvador – both aboard Queen Victoria.

Cunard World Club members will have early access to bookings from 5am PDT on October 16, 2024, before the new voyages are on sale to the general public from 5am PDT on October 17, 2024.

Queen Anne

Whatever your dream destination, discover it with Queen Anne. As the newest addition to the Cunard fleet, Queen Anne will make her maiden call to South America as part of her 56-night South America Discovery voyage, which sails roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale and includes an overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro. She will also make maiden calls to Casablanca in Morocco and Bridgetown in Barbados, among others.

Queen Mary 2

From exploring the UNESCO World Heritage site of Santiago de Compostela on a tour from El Ferrol to an overnight call in Mindelo on the Cape Verde Island of Sao Vincente, Queen Mary 2's new voyages offer experiences to delight and amaze.

Or whether it's the white sands and warm shallows of the Caribbean in December or indulging in Cunard signatures as you while away uninterrupted sea days on one of her iconic Transatlantic Crossings sailing across the year, a voyage on Queen Mary 2 is always a special experience.

Queen Victoria

Queen Victoria will set sail for a 109-night World Voyage beginning in January 2027, visiting cultural capitals such as Hong Kong, Sydney, and Cape Town. She will also make maiden calls to Dakar in Senegal and Durban in South Africa.

Queen Elizabeth

Queen Elizabeth will continue to operate an exciting Caribbean program from Miami in late 2026 and into 2027, with a variety of seven-, nine-, and 14-night voyages. Curacao and Antigua are both home to protected architecture, while Florida presents a chance to explore the incredible wetland ecosystem in the Everglades.

Early booking benefits

Guests who book one of Cunard's new voyages between October 16, 2024, and March 27, 2025 will receive:

-An On-Board Credit for voyages up to 88 nights

-An On-Board Credit, pre- and post-cruise transfer, hotel discount, champagne breakfast, Captain's Wine Collection and air credit for Full World Cruises (89 nights or longer)

Katie McAlister, President of Cunard, said: "We are hugely excited to reveal our exciting new program from October 2026 to April 2027, offering exceptional choice for every traveler. Whether you're soaking up the excitement in Rio during Carnival or toasting New Year's Eve in Amsterdam, Cunard's voyages allow you to explore the world in unparalleled luxury."

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, celebrating an incredible 184 years of operation. 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, entered service in May 2024. This investment is part of the company's ambitious plans for the future of Cunard globally and will be the first time since 1999 that Cunard will have four ships in simultaneous service. 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.co

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FAQ

When will Cunard's new voyages for 2026-2027 be available for booking?

Cunard World Club members can book from October 16, 2024, at 5am PDT, while general public bookings open on October 17, 2024, at 5am PDT.

What are the new maiden calls for Cunard's fleet in the 2026-2027 program?

The new maiden calls for Cunard's fleet are Ferrol, Spain, and Acajutla, El Salvador, both aboard Queen Victoria.

How long is Queen Victoria's World Voyage in 2027?

Queen Victoria will embark on a 109-night World Voyage beginning in January 2027, visiting cultural capitals such as Hong Kong, Sydney, and Cape Town.

What early booking benefits does Cunard (CUK) offer for the new 2026-2027 voyages?

Cunard offers on-board credits for voyages up to 88 nights, and additional benefits like transfers, hotel discounts, and air credits for Full World Cruises of 89 nights or longer, when booked between October 16, 2024, and March 27, 2025.