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Cunard Line Announces 2010 World Cruises Unique, new East-West route for Queen Mary 2 features ship’s maiden visit to South Africa Queen Victoria plans three U.S. embarkation ports, plus 11 maiden calls and three overnights September 4, 2008 – Cunard’s two modern luxury liners, Queen Mary 2 and Queen Victoria, will depart in January 2010 on their World Cruises, continuing the line’s rich tradition of offering the most spectacular and historic World Cruises on The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the World. Queen Mary 2’s Royal Route of Exploration will chart a completely new, Eastbound-Westbound route on a unique itinerary of 101 days featuring 19 maiden calls, three overnight stays (in Hong Kong, Sydney and Cape Town) and her inaugural visit to South Africa. Queen Victoria’s 99-day Voyage of Discovery circumnavigation includes 11 maiden ports of call, three overnights (in Sydney, Hong Kong and Dubai) and three convenient U.S. embarkation gateways: New York, Ft. Lauderdale and San Francisco. Guests who book by Feb. 28, 2009 receive an additional 10% off Early Booking Fares. “On this pair of epic voyages, Cunard continues a storied tradition that began nearly 90 years ago,” said Carol Marlow, president of Cunard Line. “In 2010, Queen Mary 2 and Queen Victoria will visit a combined 31 countries, 57 ports and 30 maiden calls, continuing our legacy of impeccable White Star Service™, fine dining and unrivaled accommodations.” In addition to full World Cruises, the ships offer a wide range of Liner and Segment voyages, which are now open for booking. These shorter voyages are ideal for travelers who wish to explore a specific part of the world or those whose busy schedules preclude an around-the-world journey. Queen Mary 2 The world’s grandest liner will sail a completely new itinerary departing New York on January 4 on a voyage spanning 101 days. This fascinating itinerary takes Queen Mary 2 east through the Mediterranean to India, the Far East and Australia and New Zealand before returning to New York westbound via South Africa, South America and North America. Queen Mary 2 will visit 35 ports, more than ever before on a single voyage, including Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Tokyo (Yokohama), Auckland, Sydney and Perth (Fremantle). In addition, she will make 19 maiden calls, including her inaugural visit to South Africa (calling at Durban and Cape Town), and first-ever calls at Phuket (Thailand), Vung Tau (Vietnam), Guam, Rabaul, the Whitsundays Islands and Mauritius. The ship will make three overnights in the celebrated ports of Hong Kong, Sydney and Cape Town. Fares start at $21,666 per person for the 101-day full World Cruise. Queen Victoria Cunard’s newest Queen, the regal Queen Victoria, will begin her third full year in service with a traditional 99-day westbound circumnavigation of the globe from New York to Southampton featuring three convenient U.S. embarkation points. The ship sails from New York on January 12, embarking guests in Ft. Lauderdale on January 15 and San Francisco on January 27. Highlights of Queen Victoria’s third World Cruise include three overnight calls in Sydney, Hong Kong and Dubai, as well as 11 maiden calls. The ship will traverse the Panama and Suez Canals, visiting 41ports including Acapulco, Melbourne, Shanghai, San Francisco, Cartagena, Phuket and Sharm El Sheikh. Guests have the option of adding a seven-day Transatlantic extension from Southampton to New York aboard Queen Mary 2, for a full 106-day circumnavigation. Fares start at $21,276 per person for the 99-day full World Cruise. Cunard’s Early Booking Fares for the full World Cruise, Liner and Segment voyages represent a per-person savings of up to 10% when booked by Feb. 28, 2009. In addition, on-board credits of up to $2,000 per stateroom are available when booked by this date. Full World Cruise guests who book by Feb. 28 enjoy a wide range of special benefits including complimentary hotel and dining charges, special commemorative gifts, welcome aboard reception, senior officer dinner and three World Cruise cocktail parties. All guests who book the Full World Cruise will enjoy a gala World Cruise dinner. Grill accommodation guests also enjoy up to five exclusive, complimentary events ashore. Both ships feature three enchanting Overland Tours, which allow guests to leave the ship in one port for a multi-day tour (including all transfers and accommodations) and rejoin the voyage later. Aboard Queen Mary 2, Overland Tours explore Egypt, India and Africa, while Queen Victoria’s Overland Tours highlight Indochina, China and Australia.
In addition, Queen Mary 2 will offer 12 Liner Voyages, ranging in length from 35 to 80 days, including the 63-day New York to Sydney voyage, priced from $13,716 and the 57-day Dubai to Cape Town voyage, priced from $12,379. Five shorter Segment Voyages of 17 to 23 days include the 23-day New York to Dubai voyage (which includes three maiden calls: Port Said, Safaga and Muscat), priced from $5,276 and 17-day Dubai to Hong Kong voyage (including four maiden calls: Mumbai, Phuket, Penang and Ho Chi Minh City), priced from $4,000 per person.
In addition, the ship will offer 11 Liner Voyages, ranging in length from 32 to 82 days, including the 52-day San Francisco to Bangkok voyage, priced from $11,026 and the 67-day New York to Bangkok voyage, priced from $14,250. Five shorter Segment Voyages of 15 to 29 days include the 23-day San Francisco to Sydney voyage, priced from $5,192. Segment Voyage fares start as low as $3,451 per person.
Early Booking Fares and World Cruise Benefits
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About Cunard's Ships:
QUEEN MARY 2 (QM2) - Sail the World, In Sophisticated Style!
Welcome to Queen Mary 2 - the grandest, most magnificent ocean liner ever built. She's a true heir to the timeless elegance, legacy and inspiration of the great Cunard liners of legend. You'll notice it the moment you walk through her doors into her soaring Grand Lobby, and be awed from the first instance you experience the famous Cunard White Star ServiceSM.
Yet this sophisticated monarch also boasts the most modern luxuries and amenities - from the pampering services of the only Canyon Ranch SpaClub® on the seas to the fascinating Cultural Enrichment Programme led by prestigious experts. This regal royal must truly be seen to be believed - come live the adventure.
QUEEN ELIZABETH 2 (QE2) - A Legendary Liner Adored the World Over
How can words hope to do justice to her immortal story? It’s the story of an iconic favourite, an undisputed legend of the seas that, spans forty years, crosses continents, circles the globe and inspires generation upon generation.
Already she has carried over two million voyagers, many returning time after time to their second home. Today she ranks as Cunard’s longest serving express liner and still holds the title of the most famous ship in the world.
QUEEN VICTORIA - A Glorious New Reign Begins!
The world’s most anticipated ship has arrived. She is a sonnet in motion. Destined for legendary status from the moment she first touched the sea. Queen Victoria™ gracefully blends timeless British tradition with a rich array of modern amenities.
Relish the contemporary sophistication and timeless elegance of her magnificent venues such as the soaring Grand Lobby, where you will feel
as if you’ve stepped back to a more sophisticated era. Or the spectacular Royal Court Theatre featuring the first-at-sea private boxes bringing
you unobstructed views of entertaining productions.
From the sparkling Mediterranean to the pristine waters in Northern Europe, her 2008 maiden voyages will immerse you in the best of European cultures and destinations.
Be a part of her maiden season in Europe as she carries on the Cunard® legacy in the grandest style imaginable.
Frequently Asked Questions!
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It couldn’t be easier to meet people onboard your ship. Not only are you cordially invited to a welcome cocktail party for all our guests, you might also want to consider joining a larger table for dinner in order to get to know more of your fellow voyagers. Onboard activities like classes and quizzes are a great way to make new friends. If you’re travelling alone don’t forget that, unlike most other ships, QE2 offers lots of staterooms for single travellers. And for ladies travelling alone, there are Gentlemen Dance Hosts onboard to accompany you, so you can always enjoy a waltz or rumba.
One of the joys of sailing with Cunard is the glamour of evenings at sea. In keeping with the high standards of elegance aboard, it is suggested that you dress for dinner as you would for a fine restaurant. There will be formal nights announced, and dress suggestions will be listed each day in the ship's Daily Programme. Evening attire will be specified as one of the following:
Queen Mary 2 welcomes families with a beautiful Nursery and children’s center full of toys, games, and activities. This area, located on Deck 6, is supervised daily by fully trained nannies and youth staff. Older children and teens will enjoy activities offered by the Youth Staff such as sports, discos, video games, scavenger hunts, and arts and crafts. Please note that children must be a minimum of one-year-old to participate in the Nursery without parental supervision. Children under one-year-old are welcome, provided they are accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times. QM2 also offers a family pool area so families can enjoy the outdoors together. Private babysitting is not available. However, complimentary group child-sitting in the children’s center is available in the evenings. An adult must accompany children under 18 years of age traveling with Cunard. If that adult is not the legal parent or guardian, written permission from the parent is required.
Yes plenty! You’ll be amazed by just how much there is to do. From deck sports, friendly quizzes and dance classes to fascinating talks and terrific movies, there’s so much to choose from. Your ship’s Daily Programme (delivered daily to your stateroom) has full details of all the activities, events and entertainments happening each day. Just watching your chefs carve their fabulous ice sculptures on deck is an inspirational way to pass the time! Call Connie or Brett today to discuss your Cunard Voyage! We welcome your business 904-322-7691 or toll free 1-866-499-4074.
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