cunard cruise to alaska

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience.

• Already Booked?
• My Favorites
• 1.800.377.9383
• Email Deals
• Personal Quote

• Advanced Search

• Featured Cruise Deals

• Deals by Destination

• Deals by Cruise Line

• Deals by Departure Port

Last Minute Cruise Deals

Holiday Cruise Deals

Military Cruise Deals

• Family Cruise Deals

Popular Destinations

Australia/New Zealand

• Canada / New England

Popular Int'l Departure Ports

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Barcelona, Spain

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Reykjavik, Iceland

Southampton, England

Stockholm, Sweden

Sydney, Australia

Vancouver, British Columbia

Venice, Italy

Popular U.S. Departure Ports

Baltimore, Maryland

Boston, Massachusetts

Cape Liberty (Bayonne), New Jersey

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Los Angeles, California

Miami, Florida

New York, New York

Port Canaveral, Florida

San Francisco, California

Seattle, Washington

Popular Lines

Luxury Lines

River Lines

AmaWaterways

Atlas Ocean Voyages

Avalon Waterways River Cruises

Carnival Cruise Line

Celebrity Cruises

Holland America Line

MSC Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line

Oceania Cruises

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Princess Cruises

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Royal Caribbean International

Seabourn Cruise Line

Silversea Cruises

Uniworld River Cruises

Viking Expeditions

Viking Ocean Cruises

Viking River Cruises

Windstar Cruises

Land Vacations

• Cosmos Tours
• Globus Journeys
• Kensington Tours
• Tauck Tours

All-Inclusive Resorts

Cruising 101

• Free Consultation

Why Cruise?

Shore Excursions

Cruising Tips

Future Cruise Credits

Photo Galleries

Specialty Cruises

Group Cruises

Business / Incentive Cruises

Events & Meetings at Sea

Private Charters

Theme Cruises

• River Cruises

Cruise Tours

Wedding Cruises

Hosted Cruises

Family Cruises

Senior Living at Sea

News & Media

Press & News

Testimonials

Social Media

Pre-registration

Passports / Visas

Travel Protection

Why Cruise Web?

Our Approach

Low Price Guarantee

Gift Certificates

Customer Service

Not sure where to start?

Talk to a travel consultant.

Free quotes. Expert guidance. No booking fees.

Cunard: FREE Upgrade plus up to $2,000 OBC*

Cunard Sale: up to $600 Onboard Credit*

Cunard: up to $250 Onboard Credit for Military

• Departure Ports
• Photo Gallery

Cunard Alaska Cruises

Adventure is calling you. Answer the call with a Cunard Line cruise to Alaska. The Last Frontier is the perfect place for those looking to get out of their comfort zone. The many charming ports will have plenty of outdoor activities, history, and friendly locals! You may even return home having seen a bear or two. No matter what, you’ll create life-long memories with a Cunard Line cruise to Alaska.

Breathe in the crisp, cool air that surrounds you. You are in Alaska. Wild, adventurous Alaska. Go kayaking in the icy waters, hike among the lush forests, catch and cook fresh salmon, dine on some of the best seafood you’ve ever tasted, and so much more. Then return to your luxurious, elegant Cunard Line ship and enjoy their signature white-gloved service, even in Alaska.

Things to Do on an Alaska Cruise with Cunard Line

Whether you are a dedicated outdoor enthusiast or just looking for something new to try, you’ll find plenty to do on your Cunard Line cruise to Alaska. You could see whales, one of the most magnificent creatures, up close and personal. You could experience Alaska the way millions have experienced it before you – by hiking through the beautiful forests, and seeing the lakes, glaciers, and wildlife in person. Or you could eat your way through Alaska, enjoying the fresh seafood offered by the ports, each putting their own unique twist on the local flavors. No matter what you do, you’ll return home from your Cunard Line Alaska cruise with a memory card full of pictures and experiences you won’t have anywhere else. Continue below for our recommendations of things to do while on a Cunard Line cruise to Alaska:

• Whale Watching (Juneau, Alaska) While in Alaska’s capital, take a trip out to see one of Earth’s most majestic creatures. Venture out into the Alaskan waters with experts who will take you to the top whale watching sites while sharing their vast knowledge about Alaska and its sea life. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the amazing photos!  

• Salmon Fishing (Ketchikan, Alaska) This scenic Alaska town is considered one of the best places to try your hand at salmon fishing in the last frontier. Many places will even pack up your catch and ship it to your home, so you can continue to experience Alaska even after you have left!  

• Scenic Hiking (Skagway, Alaska) Skagway is pure Alaskan wilderness. Connect back with nature and discover the real Alaska by hiking the trails and taking in all the gorgeous scenery. This is a perfect activity for travelers looking to stay active.  

• Kayaking (Icy Strait Point, Alaska) Kayaking is the perfect way to experience the breathtaking scenery in Icy Strait Point from a new angle! Kayak through the icy blue waters and marvel at Alaska’s true beauty.  

• Explore the History (Sitka, Alaska) Sitka was the capital of Alaska when it was still under Russian rule, so it is full of Russian, American, and native Alaskan history. Check out the numerous museums filled with native artifacts, the buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and more!  

• Stroll the Gardens (Victoria, British Columbia, Canada) Victoria has many stunning parks. Stroll along the Butchart Gardens and enjoy the various gardens on display. Or head to Beacon Hill Park and see a tree planted by Winston Churchill in 1929. Enjoy everything this expansive park has to offer.  

Top 10 Cunard Alaska Cruises

• Queen Elizabeth 10 NIGHT Alaska CRUISE Departing From Vancouver, British Columbia (Jun 2024 - Sep 2024)
• Queen Elizabeth 11 NIGHT Alaska CRUISE Departing From Vancouver, British Columbia (Jul 2024)
• Queen Elizabeth 9 NIGHT Alaska CRUISE Departing From Vancouver, British Columbia (Aug 2024)
• Queen Elizabeth 13 NIGHT Alaska CRUISE Departing From Vancouver, British Columbia (Sep 2024)
• Queen Elizabeth 11 NIGHT Alaska CRUISE Departing From Seattle, Washington (Jun 2025 - Aug 2025)
• Queen Elizabeth 10 NIGHT Alaska CRUISE Departing From Seattle, Washington (Jun 2025 - Sep 2025)
• Queen Elizabeth 7 NIGHT Alaska CRUISE Departing From Seattle, Washington (Jul 2025 - Sep 2025)

Cunard Alaska Departure Ports

Learn about the different departure ports available for your Alaska cruise with Cunard Line. Your specialty Cunard Alaska voyage could depart from any of the following cities:

Known as The Emerald City, Seattle is a beautiful, luscious city with incredible views of the Cascade Mountains and Elliott Bay. The city is full of activities for both water lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Whether it’s your cruise destination or a launching point, Vancouver is a beautiful destination in itself with a sophisticated downtown and lots of natural elements to explore.

Photo Gallery for Cunard Alaska Cruises

Explore the beauty of the Last Frontier in our Cunard Line Alaska photo gallery. Just remember, this is only a small sample of the majesty waiting for you on an Alaska cruise with Cunard Line!

Hiking in Skagway, Alaska

Kayaking in Alaska

Sitka, Alaska

Whale Watching in Alaska

Salmon Fishing in Alaska

Butchart Gardens in Victoria, BC

We Make Vacation Planning Easy

With an overwhelming world of choices, we understand you may need some personal assistance to plan your perfect vacation. From finding the right destination to choosing the best departure date, we're here to help. Plus, our experienced travel consultants have access to exclusive vacation deals to make sure you get the best value for your time and money.

Expert guidance. No booking fees.

Find a cruise.

• All Cruise Types
• Popular Cruises
• Luxury Cruises

Vacation Deals

Destinations & ports.

• All Destinations

Cruise Lines

• Popular Cruise Lines
• Luxury Cruise Lines
• River Cruise Lines
• All Cruise Lines
• All About Cruising
• Already Booked

Follow our social media and blog for the latest cruise and travel news, including our best vacation deals.

• Monthly Newsletter

Chris Cruises

Cruise news, tips and inside information.

RIVER CRUISING

SLOW TRAVEL

CULINARY WONDER AROUND THE WORLD

OCEAN CRUISING

VOYAGE AROUND THE WORLD

Cunard Alaskan Adventures, Detailed

Posted on February 18, 2023 February 18, 2023 Author Chris Owen

• Cunard Celebrates 100 Years of Ocean Photography
• Cunard Line’s Queen Anne Details Revealed
• Coming Soon: A New Cunard Cruise Ship
• Cunard Elevates Art Offerings At Sea

A millennial's first-hand experience on a stately cruise to Alaska

A lifelong cruise skeptic, andrea yu ventures aboard her first voyage at sea, travelling on cunard cruises’ queen elizabeth from vancouver to southern alaska., by andrea yu, published: friday 20th october 2023.

"Are we moving yet?” Perched on the balcony of our stateroom on Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth, a 2,000-person cruise ship currently docked at the Port of Vancouver, B.C., my sister Vivian and I ask each other this question several times as we’re set to sail away. There’s a mini bottle of champagne and two pre-chilled flutes on a small table between us, ready to commemorate the moment of departure.

It’s my first time on a cruise — a form of travel that I’ve actively avoided for the first three decades of my life. My sister went on a Caribbean cruise 15 years ago for my mother’s 60th birthday (I managed to excuse myself from this trip since I was living in Hong Kong at the time). From the balcony taking in the fresh air, Vivian already says this one’s an improvement.

Inside one of the staterooms

I’ll admit to feeling a bit nervous about embarking on this trip. Yes, a jaw-dropping destination like Alaska and quality time away with my sister (now a mom to two kids) made this an easy trip to say yes to. But I also wondered: Would I get seasick? Or, sick of being at sea?

Suddenly, a sustained horn blows and we watch the port building opposing us move sideways. My sister pops the cork, dispensing the champagne between us. The effervescence swirls alongside the feelings of uncertainty in my stomach as I think about how the next nine days will pan out.

Wanting to get our sea legs under us, my sister and I venture out of our stateroom to get acquainted with the Queen Elizabeth, a 294-metre-long (about 10 TTC streetcar-lengths) ship with 12 decks that rise to the height of a 17-storey building.

Despite being built in 2010, the ship has a more classic Art Deco-style interior with curved arches, chandeliers and marble flooring. “Was your last cruise ship like this?” I ask Vivian. “No, it feels like we’re on the Titanic,” she jokes.

Though it was built in 2010, the ship is full of Art Deco-style fixtures

As we journey further from our departure point, the boat, at times, gains a discernible sway — more so when we’re out in open water. But it’s never enough to knock me off balance or to make me reach for the Gravol that my sister packed just in case.

We head one level above our stateroom to explore the decks above us. There are two outdoor pools, each with two small hot tubs and plenty of sun loungers and cushioned wicker patio seating around it. Another deck above has a sports area with old-timey lawn games like croquet, bocce and paddle tennis. The existence of these activities calms me, slightly, as a salve of potential activities to pass my time at sea.

Guests can lounge outside on the terrace

It’s hard not to notice the obvious misplacement of my sister and I, both in our late 30s, among our fellow cruise passengers. We’re less than half the age of the average guest, many of whom are dependent on mobility devices like wheelchairs, electric scooters and walkers to get around.

This might have been more of a turn-off for me in my nightlife-seeking twenties, but now in my mid-thirties, I’m in bed by 10 p.m. some days. Perhaps I have more in common with my fellow guests than I realize.

But when it’s time for our first dinner, I go back to feeling out of place. Our meal at the Britannia Club is the most formal dining experience I can recall having in years. Picture polished silver salt and pepper shakers, and bread service complete with pre-piped rosettes of butter on a matching silver dish.

Then, rotating entrée options that, I might guess, our fellow guests would’ve dined on when they were my age: Coquille St. Jacques (scallops baked with cheese and mashed potatoes) and beef wellington. The dessert menu is practically pulled from The Great Canadian Baking Show’s technical challenges: Bakewell tarts, crêpes Suzette and a chocolate marquise.

Writer Andrea Yu and her sister Vivian spend nine days on Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth

Adding to the formality is a dinnertime dress code — collared shirts for men, and dresses or “formal separates” for women. Wearing shorts is discouraged past 6 p.m. On several evenings, there are black-tie galas, including one with a masquerade ball theme, and I learn that Cunard’s formality is part of its draw.

Firmly embedded in the post-COVID elasticized waistband life, we can use an excuse or three to get dressed up for dinner. Although, depending on our mood, my sister and I alternate our meals between the formal dining room and the buffet area, which is where I first become aware of the food waste issue that plagues most cruise ship dining environments (and any all-you-can-eat space in general).

A representative from Cunard later tells me that Carnival Corporation, the cruise industry behemoth that owns Cunard (along with Holland America and Princess Cruises) has recently introduced “biodigesters” (which break down and liquefy uneaten food) and dehydrators (they reduce volume by up to 90 per cent) on board to cut back on the volume of food waste their ships produce.

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth travels from Vancouver to southern Alaska

Day two is our first full day at sea. And it doesn’t take long for my cabin fever to set in. Despite setting myself an agenda of activities to keep busy (a morning workout at the gym, midday manicures at the spa with my sister), by 4 p.m. I find myself feeling restless. After completing a few walking laps around the third deck — the Queen Elizabeth’s dedicated running track — Vivian suggests we find a quiet spot in the Commodore Club, a gentlemen’s club-like spot on the top deck with leather bar stools and upholstered armchairs. She’s eager to tuck into the first novel she’s attempted to read in a year. So I follow her lead, cracking open the Celeste Ng novel that I’ve borrowed from a friend for the trip. Within minutes, we both have fizzy beverages in one hand and books in the other as a live harpist plays covers of classic Hollywood movie soundtracks — an oddly soothing combination.

From black-tie galas to buffets, there’s plenty to eat on the ship

It seems the antidote to cabin fever isn’t to run dog-like zoomies around the space you’re confined to, but instead, to sit back, relax and enjoy the act of doing not very much at all.

Day three is another one at sea. It’s been touted as a “scenic cruising” day through Tracy Arm, an Alaskan fjord just south of Juneau. I’m not entirely sure what scenic cruising entails, but I soon find out. As we approach the fjord during our afternoon laps, we crane our necks sideways while power-walking to marvel at the forest-covered hills that come into view. Chairs, tables and loungers have been set out onto the ship’s open decks for patrons to take in the sights as we get closer to the fjord, so Vivian and I abandon our laps to find a prime viewing spot.

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth is a luxurious vessel with Art Deco design touches

We get excited every time we pass by a hunk of ice floating in the sea (“Baby’s first iceberg!” I joke, as I snap a selfie). Our fellow guests are also armed with cameras and binoculars, flanked by excited octogenarians taking group photos with their tablets. Shutter clicks aside, I can sense the decibel level on the ship slipping down a few notches, the scenery rendering us into a collective speechlessness as we admire the epic views around us.

After an hour of scenic cruising, Vivian and I retreat to our stateroom to freshen up for a champagne afternoon tea. While my sister gets ready, I pop out onto our balcony to continue the restorative experience of what I’d like to call “fjord-bathing” — something of a second cousin to forest bathing.

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth cruises through an Alaskan fjord

I’m stopped in my tracks as soon as I step out on the balcony, spotting a massive glacier in the distance. Under its white craggy tops, a light blue hue emerges that deepens where the glacier meets the sea. My jaw drops, dumbfounded by the sheer size of the glacier and its rugged appearance, worthy of the many vodka bottles and water brands I’ve seen it on.

“Vivian, you should come out here,” I yell, not explaining why so that she can have the same shock as I did. The look on her face, as she lays her eyes on the glacier, lets me know she’s feeling the same sense of awe and wonder.

Champagne afternoon tea is served at Café Carinthia on the Cunard Queen Elizabeth

We spend about 15 minutes admiring the glacier from our balcony before the ship does a 180-degree turn to offer guests on the other side of the boat a view. Then, we retreat out of the fjord. By this time, Vivian and I are seated by a window in the Café Carinthia with three tiers of finger sandwiches and dessert squares between us, plus more flutes of champagne. Scenic cruising, it turns out, is pretty fun, especially when accompanied by alcohol and snacks.

Before I embarked on this voyage, I was looking forward to our three Alaskan port days in Sitka, Juneau and Ketchikan. We’ve booked excursions at each (sea kayaking, a forest hike and a boat journey to learn about crab trapping), but I’ll admit that they feel like canned experiences: We’re seeing three to five ships, some up to double our size, docked at each port we visit.

Excursions on port days allow guests to explore Alaska’s glaciers   

Before and after each excursion, we have some free time to explore, but my anxiety about returning to the ship before the strict sail-away time keeps me from taking a deeper dive into each town, which I would have liked to do. I’ll probably still gravitate towards more independent and adventurous travel experiences in the future, but I can see the advantages of cruise vacations when the structure and predictability are a bonus ­— like if Vivian were to go on vacation with her two kids or if I was travelling with my somewhat anxious mother.

Our journey concludes with one full day at sea as we return to Vancouver. It passes much like our earlier days at sea — a morning workout, laps outside, a quiet spot to finish our novels (Vivian completes hers in the morning, which she proclaims triumphantly, and I finish mine by the afternoon). With a few hours to kill before dinner, instead of feeling anxious about how to pass the time, I find myself surprisingly looking forward to these final moments at sea with no agenda in particular.

• North America
• United States
• Family friendly

• Cunard Line

Cunard in Alaska...How Formal?

By DCThunder , February 5 in Cunard Line

Recommended Posts

I have wanted to try Cunard and got what I think is a good deal on a Queen Elizabeth Alaska cruise for late June 2024.  I've been reading threads on these boards about how guests on Cunard tend to be more dressy than on either HAL or Princess.  Does this extend to the Alaska cruises as well? I want to make sure I pack the right type of clothes for the formal/gala evening.

Link to comment

Share on other sites.

The attached photo shows the information always given in the daily programme for a Gala Night.

While there are sometimes reports of a few folk not adhering to the suggested dress code most people do. You won't feel out of place if you follow that guidance. I don't think it's possible to overdress on a Cunard ship.

20 minutes ago, D&N said: The attached photo shows the information always given in the daily programme for a Gala Night. While there are sometimes reports of a few folk not adhering to the suggested dress code most people do. You won't feel out of place if you follow that guidance. I don't think it's possible to overdress on a Cunard ship.  

Thanks for sharing this information.  My question was more is Alaska less formal than a TA on QM2 or a Mediterranean cruise given that Alaska is the "Last Frontier" and all that.

2Oldpeopleinlove

It was not less formal for us. In ports and during the day, we dressed less formally, but that’s true on every Cunard trip. Evenings, though? If we didn’t want to dress we’d have gone on a different line. It’s such a pleasant thing to do when we have so much of the year that won’t allow it. (Growing much of what we eat makes most of the year pretty grubby for us!)

5 minutes ago, DCThunder said: Thanks for sharing this information.  My question was more is Alaska less formal than a TA on QM2 or a Mediterranean cruise given that Alaska is the "Last Frontier" and all that.

I believe it has that reputation. We were last there on Princess in July 1998. The other guy (from a southern state I think) on our table wore a dark suit with tie on formal nights. I wore black tux on one and ivory the other. I didn't feel the slightest bit out of place and about 90% of men were dressed in a similar manner.

Being Cunard there are likely to be many regulars on QE. You'll not find many of them treating it less formally because it's Alaska.

TA's are probably more formal. We've only been on a 14 night TA roundtrip, and only plan to do that in future. But if we ever do revisit Alaska we'd probably try and use Cunard and like our next TA, I'd be wearing a tux every night of the cruise.

david,Mississauga

I have taken three Alaska cruises on the QE and a lot more crossings on the QM2. The dress code has been "dumbed down" every couple of years so it is difficult to make a comparison.  We have not taken a crossing the same year as an Alaska cruise.

Regarding the Alaska cruises the published dress code has been observed. On the few formal/gala nights the majority of gents wear dinner jackets just as on the Atlantic.  I did notice last year there were fewer men wearing a jacket and tie on the other nights. The women were better dressed than the men, with many wearing what could be described as formal wear every night.  

1 hour ago, DCThunder said: I want to make sure I pack the right type of clothes for the formal/gala evening.

Can I ask what you would like to wear on gala evenings? I think there are two scheduled on that voyage.

1 minute ago, D&N said: Can I ask what you would like to wear on gala evenings? I think there are two scheduled on that voyage.

I don't own a tux and I think the last time I wore a dark suit was to a funeral when I lived outside DC.  I've lived in a fairly laid back beach community in North Carolina for the last six years.  I'm not averse to getting dressed up, but a blue blazer and a nice pair of khaki pants is about all that I've needed on other cruises.  It sounds like said blazer and khakis are about what I'd need to wear on a non-formal evening, even in Alaska. 

1 minute ago, DCThunder said: I don't own a tux and I think the last time I wore a dark suit was to a funeral when I lived outside DC.  I've lived in a fairly laid back beach community in North Carolina for the last six years.  I'm not averse to getting dressed up, but a blue blazer and a nice pair of khaki pants is about all that I've needed on other cruises.  It sounds like said blazer and khakis are about what I'd need to wear on a non-formal evening, even in Alaska. 

That would be fine for a "Smart Attire" evening on Cunard. The requirement is trousers and a smart shirt with collar. Some folk suggest that a polo shirt meets requirements, but intention in guidance is not really meant to include knitted collars.

For Gala Nights you should need dark trousers and a tie with your blazer (I'm assuming the blazer is dark). Or you can dress as you would any other night and restrict yourself to the venues listed in the guidance.

We do sometimes read comments about the dress code not being enforced, and it's possible you might not be refused entry to other venues but it would be a gamble.

You might also feel out of place being in the minority that don't dress up.

Silverspringcruiser

We're also going to be on the June 21 Alaska cruise and I'm wearing a suit because I don't own a tuxedo.  On Alaska cruises are there usually more tuxedo/dinner jackets or suits? And how does that compare to the number who don't dress up at all? 

@DCThunder  I’ll be on the same voyage as you and we plan to dress up to the code like we’ve done on TA’s and Med trips. Many people go on Cunard to dress up anyway. I agree fully with @D&N  that you don’t want to feel underdressed or out of place by skirting the minimums. Cunard does create a nice environment after 6pm. Don’t worry about snobby people because I’ve really never experienced those people often and ignore them anyway. There is an Ice White theme and Masquerade night during our cruise   Don’t go crazy getting a mask but try to dress up.  Hopefully you’ll like Cunard so much that you’ll buy a tux now for future trips. Also, I’ve read so much of the decline of the dress code on other lines that pax are coming to Cunard to not feel out of place when they want to dress up.  I look forward to meeting you onboard and keep track of the Roll Call. 

Just now, NE John said: @DCThunder  I’ll be on the same voyage as you and we plan to dress up to the code like we’ve done on TA’s and Med trips. Many people go on Cunard to dress up anyway. I agree fully with @D&N  that you don’t want to feel underdressed or out of place by skirting the minimums. Cunard does create a nice environment after 6pm. Don’t worry about snobby people because I’ve really never experienced those people often and ignore them anyway. There is an Ice White theme and Masquerade night during our cruise   Don’t go crazy getting a mask but try to dress up.  Hopefully you’ll like Cunard so much that you’ll buy a tux now for future trips. Also, I’ve read so much of the decline of the dress code on other lines that pax are coming to Cunard to not feel out of place when they want to dress up.  I look forward to meeting you onboard and keep track of the Roll Call. 

Thanks @NE John . I appreciate your comments. 

I've been looking at "pre-owned" tuxes and have seen several that would fit the bill without breaking the bank. I also just tried on the jacket of the only dark suit I have and looks like I'd need to go shopping either way as I've bulked up a bit through the shoulders and chest.  I've got a 30 day cruise to the Amazon River upcoming, so I'll be revisiting the tux shopping in mid-March when I get home from that.

I likewise look forward to meeting you aboard QE.

For those of us who sail for itinerary, Cunard's dress code policy can be a little frustrating (I have three small kids, so on our last cruise we needed life jackets, Christmas presents and a formal suit for my husband and a dress for me.  My car was completely packed and I couldn't imagine what we would have done if we weren't within driving distance of the port).  

But the truth is that there are lots of repeat Cunard customers who really love the line and the formality of it.  People on this forum have said they don't care about repetitive itineraries because they don't need to get off the ship since they love being on it so much.   So I would imagine this will be the absolute last line to give up the dress code since it makes so many of their core customers really happy (on our sailings there were lots of people in tuxes and formal gowns - and on my cruise to Norway there were even some ladies in evening gowns in the buffet).  But Cunard's food is excellent, and they usually have long port days so they are a good line to consider for Alaska.  But you will need to be at least minimally compliant with the dress code if you choose to sail with Cunard.  

Cunard is all about the ''experience'' which is in the main, a Cruise Line that still offers their old-fashioned English Traditions (loved by most Cunard customers) as well as sailing to the amazing destinations you will visit -

so folk even on an Alaska or a Med fly/cruise will be 99% dressed in formal wear (for men a Black tie/tuxedo) for the Gala nights (as they are now called).

but, a dark suit and tie is totally fine if you do not want to invest, or perhaps borrow a Tux.

The Gala nights are THE reason so many choose Cunard. It's not snobby but it's just great fun, and chance to embrace a period in time that is getting long forgotten.  The HAL 'of old' was once, very much more formal like Cunard, but since IMO the Noughties, they have sought a far more relaxed and casual affair on their ships, and whilst I like HAL very much indeed, the dress code on their ships, especially sailing out of the USA is way more casual than Cunard, both at day and night times. Not a bad thing at all, especially in warmer climes, but as long as you know in advance as so to pack accordingly for your Cunard voyage.  On the non Gala evenings (for men) a smart sports jacket and slacks (not chinos or jeans) with a collared shirt, no tie needed (but not a Polo shirt) is the norm for Smart Casual. I'm sure you will have a super time.  

Dress, is a minefield on this board and there are so many strong opinions and whilst I think it a great shame the percentage of black tie wearers on Gala nights has gone down, we must be very careful in giving a true picture of Cunard dress to those who have asked rather than our own preferences and interpretations.

 Although the majority of chaps in the main restaurants will be in Black Tie [probably around eighty percent] there will be  dark suits, or indeed, a dark jacket and dark trousers, being worn and no one will be made to feel underdressed or out of place in  non Black Tie.

On non gala evenings, although my husband always wears a jacket [no tie these days]  a jacket is not required and I would say on our cruises in '23, it was half and half, wearers and not, around the ship after dinner but a higher percentage of jackets in QG restaurant beforehand. A dress shirt and chinos will be most acceptable and posed photo of male Cunard 'passengers' in chinos and jacket was on the web site up until recently.

Gala themes can be totally ignored and 'ordinary' gala wear, worn which for us, is Black Tie for him and  formal wear for me.

I've been trying to think of the gents that I saw wearing dark suits during our four official gala nights on a return Transatlantic. As I remember it somewhere in excess of 95% were in Black Tie.

That may be not be fully representative.  We only visited Kings Court Buffet to check in at our muster station and once or twice to steal a pastry to take to The Chart Room for tea/coffee. We walked through Golden Lyon quickly on our first afternoon and were never back, and after a couple of visits to The Carinthia decided the atmosphere wasn't for us.

That of course meant that we wouldn't see many folk who chose not to dress for gala nights.

Our experience is purely based on The Chart Room, Britannia Club port side, Queens Room and G32 until about 11pm. I suspect most dressed in smart attire probably frequented G32 later than that.

I believe Cunard voyages when the ship is mainly the only destination (TA) the Dress Code is even more amplified.   What I also read on other boards (Celebrity esp) is the complete breakdown of enforcement of dress core “guidance” after 6pm. Even though Cunard has relaxed dress minimums over the last several years, Cunard could be benefit from pax wanting a nicer dress code environment that are frustrated by what’s happening on other lines. 

Unusually I note I've been thinking of French Cities rather than big pussy cats. Too late to edit.  🦁

54 minutes ago, D&N said: I've been trying to think of the gents that I saw wearing dark suits during our four official gala nights on a return Transatlantic. As I remember it somewhere in excess of 95% were in Black Tie.   That may be not be fully representative.  We only visited Kings Court Buffet to check in at our muster station and once or twice to steal a pastry to take to The Chart Room for tea/coffee. We walked through Golden Lyon quickly on our first afternoon and were never back, and after a couple of visits to The Carinthia decided the atmosphere wasn't for us.   That of course meant that we wouldn't see many folk who chose not to dress for gala nights. Our experience is purely based on The Chart Room, Britannia Club port side, Queens Room and G32 until about 11pm. I suspect most dressed in smart attire probably frequented G32 later than that.

Your experience seems to be purely Transatlantic which doesn't altogether translate into 'cruises'.

From what I read, my take is the [chaps]  formal evening dress on QM2 'TAs' is more adhered to than her sisters and although adhered to by most on QM2, it doesn't mean to say that is completely representative of the fleet in general.

Whilst my husband is thankfully still in the majority in his Gala Black Tie, the percentage of actual dinner suits is going down ship wide on QV.

We love to banter around about dress codes on these Cunard boards so don’t take too much to heart. As mentioned, the best advice is to dress so you don’t feel uncomfortable or out of place. It’s a nice ship and people dress to match the decor. Don’t worry about going all out though; there’s a happy medium.  I can’t wait to hear about your Amazon trip too. 

14 minutes ago, NE John said: @DCThunder We love to banter around about dress codes on these Cunard boards so don’t take too much to heart. As mentioned, the best advice is to dress so you don’t feel uncomfortable or out of place. It’s a nice ship and people dress to match the decor. Don’t worry about going all out though; there’s a happy medium.  I can’t wait to hear about your Amazon trip too. 

There are many topics that are a constant across all of the Cruise Critic message boards.  These include: indoor smoking, chair hogs, tipping/gratuities, and many others.  But one absolute constant topic is proper dress for that particular line. 

Cunard, HAL, Princess, Celebrity, you name the line, there will be long discussions about what's proper and improper to wear on "their" line.  All of this is a long way of saying that I have found the posts on this topic very enlightening and will help guide my packing for Alaska.  I asked the question and got honest answers.  I couldn't have asked for anything more.

22 hours ago, Silverspringcruiser said: We're also going to be on the June 21 Alaska cruise and I'm wearing a suit because I don't own a tuxedo.  On Alaska cruises are there usually more tuxedo/dinner jackets or suits? And how does that compare to the number who don't dress up at all? 

Based on my experiences, especially on the three Alaska cruises we have taken on the QE, no gent will be out of place in a suit or even a jacket and non-matching trousers.  When we were in Britannia I would say 75% wore tuxedos/dinner jackets and most of the rest wore suits and some in sport coats/blazers. In the Grills the percentage of men in formal wear was close to 100%. 

Most of the Alaska cruises are 10 days and there are a mere two gala nights.

Although jackets and ties are no longer required on non-gala nights, they have not been banned. A sizeable minority of men have done so. That includes me, but I assure you no-one will look down their nose at what others wear. Last year we were in Queens Grill for the first time on the QE and it seemed every man wore a jacket on the non-gala nights. 

Rather than start a new thread, I'll ask this question here.  I've booked a standard balcony cabin.  Am I "allowed" to walk through the Queens Grill or other haunts of those booked in the fancy parts of the ship?  Or are there barred doors, a la Titanic  to keep the hoi polloi at bay? 😉

10 minutes ago, DCThunder said: Rather than start a new thread, I'll ask this question here.  I've booked a standard balcony cabin.  Am I "allowed" to walk through the Queens Grill or other haunts of those booked in the fancy parts of the ship?  Or are there barred doors, a la Titanic  to keep the hoi polloi at bay? 😉

If talking QV/QE, no locked doors as the Grills decks 11 and 12 are quite out of the way so no issue walking through them although quite a few folk walk up to have a look round and there have been no reports of pot shots aimed at any 'hoi polloi'! 🙂

1 minute ago, Victoria2 said: If talking QV/QE, no locked doors as the Grills decks 11 and 12 are quite out of the way so no issue walking through them although quite a few folk walk up to have a look round. 🙂

Please sign in to comment

You will be able to leave a comment after signing in

• Welcome to Cruise Critic
• New Cruisers
• Cruise Lines “A – O”
• Cruise Lines “P – Z”
• River Cruising
• Cruise Critic News & Features
• Digital Photography & Cruise Technology
• Special Interest Cruising
• Cruise Discussion Topics
• UK Cruising
• Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
• Canadian Cruisers
• North American Homeports
• Ports of Call
• Cruise Conversations

Announcements

• New to Cruise Critic? Join our Community!

Write Your Own Amazing Review !

Click this gorgeous photo by member SUPERstar777 to share your review!

Features & News

LauraS · Started 11 hours ago

LauraS · Started Friday at 07:47 PM

LauraS · Started Friday at 02:42 PM

LauraS · Started Thursday at 06:37 PM

LauraS · Started Thursday at 04:40 PM

• Existing user? Sign in OR Create an Account
• Find Your Roll Call
• Meet & Mingle
• Community Help Center
• All Activity
• Member Photo Albums
• Meet & Mingle Photos
• Favorite Cruise Memories
• Cruise Food Photos
• Cruise Ship Photos
• Ports of Call Photos
• Towel Animal Photos
• Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos
• Write a Review
• Live Cruise Reports
• Member Cruise Reviews
• Create New...

• Vacation Rentals
• Restaurants
• Things to do
• Alaska Tourism
• Alaska Hotels
• Alaska Vacation Rentals
• Flights to Alaska
• Alaska Restaurants
• Things to Do in Alaska
• Alaska Travel Forum
• Alaska Photos
• All Alaska Hotels
• Last Minute Hotels in Alaska
• 4-stars Hotels in Alaska
• 3-stars Hotels in Alaska
• Alaska Hotels with Pools
• Alaska Hotels with Free Parking
• Pet Friendly Hotels in Alaska
• The Town's Inn
• Secrets Moxche Playa del Carmen
• Sunburst Inn
• Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
• Aruba Ocean Villas
• Wyndham Alltra Cancun
• Dreams Jade Resort & Spa
• The Sagamore Resort
• Luxor Hotel & Casino
• Isla Bella Beach Resort
• Sandals Dunn's River
• Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana
• Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
• Grand Hyatt Baha Mar
• Beaches Turks & Caicos
• Popular All-Inclusive Resorts
• Popular Beach Resorts
• Popular Family Resorts
• Popular All-Inclusive Hotels
• Popular Hotels With Waterparks
• Popular Honeymoon Resorts
• Popular Luxury Resorts
• Popular All-Inclusive Family Resorts
• Popular Golf Resorts
• Popular Spa Resorts
• Popular Cheap Resorts
• Alaska Cruises
• Cruises from California to Alaska
• Cruises from Anchorage to Alaska
• Cruises from Juneau to Alaska
• Cruises from Whittier to Alaska
• Cruises from Los Angeles to Alaska
• Cruises from San Francisco to Alaska
• Cruises from San Diego to Alaska
• Cruises from Seward to Alaska
• Cruises from Seattle to Alaska
• Cruises from Vancouver to Alaska
• Cruises from Montreal to Alaska
• Carnival Cruises to Alaska
• Celebrity Cruises to Alaska
• Crystal Cruises to Alaska
• Cunard Cruises to Alaska
• Disney Cruises to Alaska
• Holland America Cruises to Alaska
• Norwegian (NCL) Cruises to Alaska
• Princess Cruises to Alaska
• Regent Seven Seas Cruises to Alaska
• Royal Caribbean Cruises to Alaska
• Seabourn Cruises to Alaska
• Silversea Cruises to Alaska
• Windstar Cruises to Alaska
• Oceania Cruises to Alaska
• Azamara Cruises to Alaska
• Ponant Cruises to Alaska
• Viking Ocean Cruises to Alaska
• 3 to 5 Day Alaska Cruises
• 6 to 9 Day Alaska Cruises
• 10 to 14 Day Alaska Cruises
• 15+ Day Alaska Cruises
• Alaska Family Cruises
• Alaska Luxury Cruises
• GreenLeaders
• Things to Do
• Travel Stories
• Rental Cars
• Add a Place
• Travel Forum
• Travelers' Choice
• Help Center

Cheap Alaska Cunard Cruises

• United States    
• Alaska (AK)
• Cunard Line

11 Night Cruise to Alaska

• You want to channel the great ocean liners of yesteryear
• You want a sophisticated cruise that won’t hurt the wallet
• You enjoy live music, enrichment lectures and afternoon tea
• You dislike formality and dress codes; that's part of the fun
• You prefer wacky pool games to relaxing on deck with a book
• You want a ship that provides a fully inclusive cruise experience

10 Night Cruise to Alaska

13 night cruise to alaska, 7 night cruise to alaska, 9 night cruise to alaska, explore alaska.

Cunard cabins and suites guide: Everything you need to know

In its more than 180-year history, Cunard Line has evolved from offering essential transatlantic transportation to leisure travel. Its current fleet offers several classes of cabins with plush furnishings and modern comforts that still evoke nautical ocean-liner style. Although the options might seem confusing at first, they're fairly easy to understand once broken down.

Across inside, outside, balcony and suite categories, Cunard offers four accommodation classes, each with its own dining room. Regardless of cabin type, passengers have access to the same public areas — including pools and sun decks, gyms, theaters and spas. Although, some categories do have their own lounges and outdoor spaces.

Here, we'll go through the types of cabins available and what they include in the way of amenities, square footage and dining experiences.

For more cruise guides, news and tips, sign up for TPG's cruise newsletter .

Cabin square footage varies by ship and location on the ship. Cabin configurations also vary by vessel. Multiple configurations can exist within the same cabin type, which accounts for differences in square footage. Accessible cabins are larger than standard cabins, and those measurements are included in the ranges given. Contact your travel agent or cruise line representative for specific details before booking.

Cunard cabin primer

Cunard ships feature four main categories of cabins: inside (no window or balcony), outside (a window or porthole), balcony (with a small, semi-private outdoor space) and suites. They fall into four experience tiers — Britannia, Britannia Club, Princess Grill and Queens Grill — each with different perks, inclusions and dining assignments. (See below for more details, or check out Cunard's amenity comparison chart .)

Britannia cabins come only in inside, outside and basic balcony categories, while Britannia Club rooms are available only in the balcony category. The latter rooms are a step up from basic Britannia balcony accommodations. Cruisers booked in these categories will be assigned to either the Britannia Dining Room or Britannia Club Restaurant, respectively.

Passengers wanting an elevated experience — complete with more space, lots of added perks and more expensively outfitted accommodations — will want to look to the Princess Grill Suites and Queens Grill Suites. Standard rooms feel more like any cabin on a mass-market vessel, while Grill accommodations are outfitted with more elegant furnishings, richer colors (think regal hues like purples and reds), and more plush linens and furniture.

Depending on the suite booked, you'll find walk-in closets, separate living and sleeping areas, and bathrooms with higher-quality amenities (such as marble countertops and mirrors with built-in makeup lights). These rooms provide access to either the Princess Grill Restaurant or Queens Grill Restaurant, as well as the Grills Lounge, which is exclusive to travelers staying in suites.

Cunard offers a variety of accessible rooms in all cabin categories, from inside cabins to suites. They are designed for passengers who use wheelchairs, walkers, scooters and other mobility devices or who otherwise require features like wider doorways, flush zero-entry thresholds, extra square footage for maneuvering, and wet bath-style bathrooms with grab bars and pull-down shower seats. (You can find more accessibility specifics on Cunard's website.)

Cunard was one of the first cruise lines to offer accommodations for one — something that has become standard on many cruise lines' newest vessels. You'll find a selection of solo cabins in inside and ocean-view categories under the Britannia experience if you're traveling alone and don't want to pay a single supplement. The former range from 152 to 243 square feet; the latter come in between 133 and 201 square feet.

All rooms, no matter the category or type, feature rich furnishings in nautical colors like bright blue, sunny yellow and deep red. Each room provides passengers with a king-size bed that can be converted into two singles on request; bedside tables with lamps; a vanity area with a desk, chair, mirror and both 220-volt U.K.-style outlets and 110-volt North American-style ones ( Queen Anne also has USB ports); a closet and drawers for storing personal items; a TV, safe, hair dryer, phone, refrigerator, minibar and tea- and coffee-making facilities; bathrobes and slippers; and an in-cabin bathroom with a shower and Penhaligon toiletries.

Each cabin also includes 24-hour room service options and the daily services of a room steward who will clean up and provide you with any items — like ice, extra towels and the daily activity schedule — you might need. More expensive cabins come with additional or upgraded amenities, extra space and more furniture. Details about inclusions, square footage and more can be found below.

Inside cabins on Cunard ships

Britannia insides range from 152 to 243 square feet and include all of the amenities listed above, plus a half-bottle of sparkling wine at embarkation. Passengers booked in these cabins are assigned to eat in the Britannia Dining Room, which is basically a standard cruise ship main dining room but with ornate art deco touches.

On Queen Mary 2 — known for its iconic transatlantic voyages between New York City and Southampton in the U.K. — cruisers can also choose from special inside cabins that overlook the ship's atrium.

Outside cabins on Cunard ships

Britannia ocean-view rooms provide between 133 and 201 square feet of space. Passengers in these cabins also take meals in the Britannia Dining Room.

Outside cabins include the same amenities as inside ones. The most obvious difference is that you'll have a window to look at the ocean as you sail.

Balcony cabins on Cunard ships

Britannia balconies.

Ranging from 228 to 472 square feet, these cabins feature the same general furnishing style as insides and outsides but with semi-private balconies. These balconies offer passengers their own outdoor space, where they can enjoy fresh air from the comfort of their room, complete with chairs and a table.

These accommodations include the standard amenities listed above and dinner in the Britannia Dining Room. On Queen Mary 2, passengers can select cove-style balconies; they offer a bit of shelter from the wind since they're more akin to an enclosed pod with an open window than a balcony open on all sides.

Britannia Club balconies

Britannia Club rooms, a step up from Cunard's Britannia balcony accommodations, come in the balcony category only. In addition to slightly more square footage (248-470 feet), they include additional amenities.

All previously mentioned features come with these cabins. They also include upgraded tea and coffee makers, a pillow menu, velour bathrobes, a full bottle of sparkling wine at embarkation, daily fresh fruit on request, and priority embarkation and disembarkation. Cruisers booked there can dine in the Britannia Club Restaurant, which is a bit more understated and refined than the Britannia Restaurant but offers similar food.

Suites on Cunard ships

Princess grill suites.

Princess Grill Suites are the first-tier of suites on Cunard ships; they offer access to an exclusive restaurant, Princess Grill, featuring elevated food options. Guests can also order menu items from the Grill via room service and order off-menu in the restaurant with advance notice. Passengers in Princess Grill Suites share a dedicated Grills Lounge or Concierge Lounge (found on Queen Mary 2) and sun deck with passengers booked in Queens Grill suites (see below).

The 335- to 513-square-foot Princess Grill Suites feature separate living and sleeping areas and private balconies. Passengers can enjoy all above-mentioned inclusions, plus elevated perks like an in-cabin atlas, dedicated concierge service, sparkling wine and chocolates at embarkation, complimentary spring water, afternoon tea in the Grills Lounge, and a bathroom with a bathtub and a shower. (Note that bathtubs aren't available at the Princess Grill level on Queen Anne.)

Queens Grill Suites

The most lavish rooms on board Cunard's vessels are the Queens Grill Suites, featuring 484 to 2,249 square feet of space. They come with all of the above perks, plus additional in-cabin books, binoculars for use on board, fresh flowers, complimentary minibar items, a bottle of Champagne and chocolates at embarkation, and priority tendering where applicable. (Note that Queen Anne offers bathrooms with tubs and showers at the Queens Grill level.)

Passengers booked in these accommodations have access to the Queens Grill Restaurant in addition to the shared spaces — Grills Lounge, Concierge Lounge (where available) and sun deck — that cruisers booked in Princess Grill Suites also can use. Each suite's butler will deliver in-cabin canapes daily prior to dinner.

Queens Grill Suites are impressive, especially the duplex-style suites found only on Queen Mary 2. Three 1,566-square-foot Duplex Apartments (Windsor, Buckingham and Holyrood) and two 2,249-square-foot Grand Duplex Apartments (Balmoral and Sandringham) are all the way aft on decks 9 and 10. These accommodations — some of which are larger than land-based apartments — offer stunning wake views via two-story windows.

Bottom line

Although Cunard's cabin experience types might seem confusing at first, they're fairly straightforward. The relatively small number of cabin types and categories makes the booking process easier to navigate while still offering enough variety to cater to many tastes and budgets.

Whether you choose to sail in a basic Britannia inside cabin or the most swanky Queens Grill Suite, you're sure to enjoy Cunard's upscale nautical vibe.

Curious about Cunard? The Points Guy has you covered:

• A guide to the Cunard World Club loyalty program
• The best destinations you can visit on a Cunard Line ship
• Why Cunard is excellent for solo cruisers
• Inside Queen Anne: A peek at Cunard's first new ship in a decade
• Cunard proved me wrong about transatlantic cruises
• Cunard's steakhouse is one of the best at sea; here's why

Business Insider

Cunard added a 4th luxury cruise ship to its famous fleet — see what it'll be like on the new Queen Anne

Posted: May 8, 2024 | Last updated: May 8, 2024

• Cunard  welcomed its fourth ship and newest in 14 years, the 2,996-guest Queen Anne.
• The 114,000-ton vessel has amenities like an Indian restaurant and pool under a retractable glass roof.
• Queen Anne's 2024 itineraries, primarily in Europe, start at $300 per person for a two-night cruise.

Cunard has operated 249 ships throughout its 184 years in operation, including the famous Queen Mary and Queen Mary 2. But it's been 14 years since the cruise line has launched a new vessel — until now.

Luxury cruisers , meet Queen Anne. It's Cunard's latest 2,996-guest ship, replete with 4,300 art pieces, archery, and the company's signature high-end flair. Its arrival was so highly anticipated that every cabin on its May 3 maiden voyage was fully reserved in minutes, the BBC reported.

The Carnival Corp. brand may be storied, but that doesn’t mean it’s past its prime.

Katie McAlister, president of Cunard, recently told the BBC that its bookings have grown 25% since the beginning of 2024 and are now the best they've been in a decade.

So it should come as no surprise that several of Queen Anne's 2024 itineraries are almost sold out.

Cunard isn’t in the business of building bigger.

Luxury cruise lines are beloved for their small-ship experience. Cunard is no different.

The new 114,000-ton cruise liner is the company's second-largest, although it can carry more guests than any of its other ships.

However, at a 2,996-guest and 1,225-crew capacity, Queen Anne is still tiny compared to the mass-market cruise industry's newest ships , the largest of which can carry 10,000 people.

Queen Anne's cabins are divided into four categories, listed from most to least luxurious: Queens Grill, Princess Grill, Britannia Club, and Britannia.

Despite being the cheapest option, the Britannia accommodations have high-end amenities like sparkling wine, Penhaligon toiletries, and tea and coffee machines.

That's nothing compared to the most luxurious Queens Grill suites, where guests get amenities like pillow menus, stocked mini-bars, a butler, fruit, and pre-dinner canapes.

Forget the sparkling wine — Queens Grill travelers get a bottle of Champagne.

Cabin categories are especially important for Cunard, not for reasons you might expect.

Besides how luxurious your hotel room at sea is, your cabin influences where you have breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Guests in the Princess Grill suites dine at the Princess Grill restaurant, while Britannia Club guests stick to the Britannia Club restaurant, and so on.

Guests in the higher-end Princess and Queens cabins also get a pretty sweet bonus: an exclusive lounge with infinity hot tubs.

Regardless of your cabin, the 14-deck ship has plenty of areas for all guests to relax under the sun.

For example, the Pavilion. It's one of Queen Anne's go-to places for an afternoon swim, nighttime movie viewing, silent disco, and not-so-silent live music, all under a retractable glass roof.

The ship's pool club also has plenty of lounge seats for a more traditional pool deck experience. For something indoors, head to the drawing and game rooms instead.

Like every new cruise ship, Queen Anne has a pickleball court.

But unlike every new cruise ship, it also has archery — coaches, bows, and arrows included.

Travelers looking for a less intense afternoon can instead try their hand at the putting green, shuffleboard, or quoits.

Not confident in your athletic abilities? Don't worry — there's a bar nearby, too.

If you lose your pickleball match, you can retail therapy your pain away at Queen Anne’s high-end stores.

Travelers have been splurging big on their cruise vacations . On Queen Anne (and with help from one of the ship's personal shoppers), this could include a Bremont watch or Chanel makeup.

Or, do as cruisers do: Eat and drink the pain away.

The ship has 15 eateries. Unfortunately, you'll have to pay extra for the Mediterranean, Indian, Japanese, steakhouse grill, alfresco, and British restaurants.

Thankfully, the food hall-style buffet, room service, and cabin-assigned dining rooms are included in the fare.

Feeling peckish in the afternoon? Afternoon tea is held in the Queens Room, the same venue that hosts events like ballroom dancing and Cunard's signature black-tie galas.

Of course, a cruise wouldn’t be complete without a casino, spa, and nighttime shows.

Queen Anne is showing two new productions, including an adaptation of the classic British film "Brief Encounter."

For more casual entertainment, the ship also has a "show bar" helmed by a variety of musicians and entertainers.

For a more relaxing afternoon, try the spa's cryotherapy, "experience showers," and salt saunas.

Afterwards, to keep the wellness trend going, grab a healthy bite at the veggie and "sustainably sourced protein"-forward Wellness Cafe. Its kombucha bellinis are technically good for you, right?

Cunard is beloved for its regular transatlantic cruises on its Queen Mary 2 ocean liner.

In 2025, Queen Anne will embark on its first three-month around-the-world cruise. However, for the most part, it's not scheduled for repeat long-haul journeys .

Instead, in 2024, the ship will be homeported in Southampton, UK and travel on two- to 19-night itineraries across Europe.

The cheapest way to experience the new ship is a two-night summer cruise from Southampton to Hamburg, Germany, which currently starts at $300 per person.

But if money is no problem, the 18-night roundtrip Hamburg cruise during Christmas and the New Year might pique your interest — and your wallet. The itinerary's luxurious Queens Grill suites start at $19,350 per person.

More for You

Russian Commander in Crimea Killed in Ukraine Attack: Reports

Race ratings change after indictment in Texas, polling in Arizona

Here’s What the Average Social Security Payment Will Be in 15 Years

Jamal Murray Reveals Pivotal Moment That Triggered Nuggets Series Comeback vs Timberwolves

13 TV Characters That Were Killed off When the Actors Who Played Them Passed

Controversy follows Gov. Kristi Noem as she is banned by two more South Dakota tribes

I moved my family from California to Austin, Texas, and regretted it. Here are 10 things to consider before making an expensive mistake.

15 Questions Atheists Want Christians to Answer

3 New Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Rules Retirees Need to Know About in 2024

Michael Cohen Testifies: Trump said 'There's going to be a lot of women coming forward'

Anthony Edwards And Jamal Murray Involved In Heated Exchange After Game 4

Blood pressure is best lowered by 2 exercises, study finds

Map reveals best places to live in the US if nuclear war breaks out

‘I’ve sacrificed my career’: My husband and I may divorce soon, but he will inherit $1 million. How do I make sure I get half?

Russia Suffers One of Its Most Deadly Attacks of the War

I'm moving out of Texas after 60 years there. The culture has changed and big tech firms have made Austin too expensive.

Iowa Women’s Basketball Announces New Head Coach Following Lisa Bluder’s Retirement

Ice Cube on celebrities, rappers embracing Trump: 'It's a personal decision'

Goldman Sachs unveils startling S&P 500 prediction

I spent 5 years interviewing 233 millionaires—here are 5 things they never waste money on