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Choose From Three Iconic Cunard Cruise Ships: Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mary 2 & Queen Victoria

The most distinguished name in ocean travel, Cunard has been transporting passengers between continents (and beyond) for well over 175 years now (the cruise line's maiden voyage, aboard the legendary Britannia, departed Liverpool for Halifax and Boston on July 4th, 1840). Unmistakably and unapologetically British, Cunard offers guests a luxurious and largely traditional onboard experience: formal dining (your stateroom category will determine which restaurants you'll dine at), afternoon tea, the largest libraries at sea, the line's celebrated White Star Service®, etc. But it's not at all stuffy; Cunard has recently added many exciting and contemporary features to its vessels including the very first planetarium at sea, brand-new bar concepts, fully "remastered" staterooms, and more. All told, Cunard sets sail to more than 30 different countries worldwide; cruisers can choose from voyages to the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and other destinations or opt for one of Cunard's signature Transatlantic Crossings (or a weeks-long Full World Voyage). At present, three timeless and elegant ocean liners - Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mary 2 (Cunard's flagship), and Queen Victoria - comprise the Cunard fleet; a fourth vessel, as yet unnamed, is scheduled to join her sisters in 2022.

What Are The Accommodations Like On A Cunard Cruise?

Gorgeous and grand, regardless of the category you select. Options include a Britannia Inside Stateroom (available in both deluxe and standard; features include a king-sized bed, satellite television, and personal-care products courtesy of London's posh Penhaligon's®); a Britannia Oceanview Stateroom; a Britannia Balcony Stateroom; or a Single Stateroom (specifically designed for single occupancy, and available in both interior and oceanview). Guests sailing aboard Queen Mary 2 can also book a Britannia Club Balcony Stateroom, which offers more space plus special amenities/privileges like a pillow-concierge menu and a dedicated restaurant. But it's Cunard's indulgent array of suite accommodations, including its legendary Grills, that really stand out: highlights include the Queens Grill Grand and Master Suites (available aboard Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria), the Queens Grill Penthouse (featuring exclusive access to the Queens Grill Restaurant, the Grills Lounge, and an outdoor terrace), and the Grand Duplex Suites, replete with both an upstairs and a downstairs, a personal butler, a private gym, and much more (only five such suites exist, and they're exclusively available aboard Queen Mary 2). Cunard is also the only cruise line that offers accommodations (kennels) for pets: book a Transatlantic Crossing aboard Queen Mary 2 and you can bring your cat or your dog along!

What's The Food Like On A Cunard Cruise?

Based on the stateroom you book, you'll be assigned to one of four primary venues (Britannia, Britannia Club, Princess Grill, or Queens Grill Restaurant), but that doesn't mean that you'll ever be limited to any single setting: a wide range of casual and specialty-dining options are also available. Guests can grab breakfast, lunch, and dinner at their ship's lavish buffet (the Lido Restaurant aboard both Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria, the King's Court aboard Queen Mary 2); lighter favorites (served throughout the day) at the Carinthia Lounge; burgers, dogs, and more at the Boardwalk Café; or traditional pub-style fare (e.g. fish and chips) at the Golden Lion. Enjoy an extra-special lunch or an elaborate dinner at The Verandah (contemporary/premium French cuisine; reservations are required and a surcharge will apply). Both the Lido Restaurant and the King's Court convert into one of four alternative venues come dinnertime (cover charges will apply here, as well); depending on the evening, you'll have your choice of delicious Asian (Lotus); fresh Indian flavors (Coriander); robust Italian (La Piazza); and/or classic American barbecue (Smokehouse). Complimentary room service is also available 24 hours a day.

To-Do List: Daytime Activities, Evening Entertainment Aboard A Cunard Cruise

Cunard passengers are free to do as much or as little as they please, but if you're looking to stay active and engaged you'll find no shortage of options. During the day, guests can compete against one another in many of cruising's most popular pastimes (e.g. tennis, croquet, "giant" chess, trivia, and more), work on their golf game (chipping, putting, and target nets are available on all Cunard ships), or sign up for a fitness class or two (yoga, Pilates, spinning, and more). Choose from a broad selection of treatments and services in your ship's spa (Queen Mary 2's Canyon Ranch SpaClub® is one of the largest spas at sea), take a behind-the-scenes tour of your vessel with senior officers, or simply curl up with a good book (Cunard's cozy libraries, cruising's largest, house over 6,000 different titles). Cunard is the only cruise line with a full-scale planetarium (Illuminations, exclusively available aboard Queen Mary 2), and its enrichment program is among the industry's finest (highlights include Cunard Insights™ Speakers, dynamic guest lecturers from the creative arts, scientific disciplines, international politics, and more). Evening offerings include live music (jazz ensembles, classical recitals, and more), live comedy, West-End-caliber stage productions in the Royal Court Theatre, Royal Nights (lavish, themed balls in the stylish Queens Room, the largest ballroom at sea), and a solid selection of classic table games and slot machines in your ship's casino.

Cunard World Club: An Array Of Special Benefits (That Increase The More You Sail)

Cunard's World Club is the cruise line's way of thanking you for setting sail, repeatedly, aboard the world's most famous ocean liners. There are four tiers of club membership, and you'll enjoy a growing number of benefits as you graduate from tier to tier.

How It Works: Automatically enrolled as a Silver-Level Member upon completion of your first Cunard cruise; earn additional benefits based on the number of Cunard voyages you complete and/or the total number of nights you spend onboard (all benefits are determined prior to the start of any Cunard sailing; promotions between tiers are not permitted mid-voyage).

• Silver Level (1 Cunard Voyage): An additional savings of up to 5% on Cunard's Early-Booking Fares (select sailings); notification of exclusive offers and other savings; dedicated loyalty representative(s) aboard every voyage; dedicated shoreside help desk (reachable online or by phone); subscription to Cunarder Newsletter.
• Gold Level (2 Cunard Voyages And/Or 20 Nights Onboard): All of the above, plus a Gold Membership pin; complimentary Internet time (two hours; excludes Cunard's Cruisemail); complimentary cocktail party with fellow World Club members, held in your honor; preferred reservations in select restaurants (e.g. The Verandah).
• Platinum Level (7 Cunard Voyages And/Or 70 Nights Onboard): All of the above, plus a Platinum Membership pin; 20% discount on dry cleaning and laundry services; priority check-in and embarkation (for voyages departing from New York or Southampton); complimentary wine-tasting event; invitation to an exclusive senior officers' party; an additional two hours of complimentary Internet time; 10% discount on Cunard's White Star Luggage Service; exclusive access to your ship's disembarkation lounge.
• Diamond Level (15 Cunard Voyages And/Or 150 Nights Onboard): All of the above, plus a Diamond Membership plan; priority luggage delivery; an additional four hours of complimentary Internet time; priority sales reservations (onboard); a complimentary meal at one of your ship's alternative-dining venues (e.g. Lotus, Coriander); dedicated loyalty representative at the shoreside help desk; priority disembarkation.

Better still? These Voyagers Club benefits are combinable with a majority of the benefits that you'll earn as a member of our V.I.P. Customer Loyalty Club.