Cunard’s newest luxury ship, Queen Anne, set sail on her 107-night maiden world voyage from Southampton on January 9, 2025. Spectators gathered to witness the ship’s 9pm departure which was highlighted by an amazing fireworks display. Queen Anne will cross the Atlantic to her first port stop–an overnight stay in New York on January 17, 2025.
Katie McAlister, president of Cunard, said: “This is a significant moment for Cunard as Queen Anne begins her maiden world voyage. It’s especially fitting that her first visit to the USA will be New York, a city that has long been at the heart of Cunard’s story. This voyage celebrates our heritage while offering guests the opportunity to explore the world in the style and luxury only Cunard can provide. Queen Anne truly reflects the evolution of our brand, and this journey will be an unforgettable experience for all on board.”
Queen Anne is the 14th Cunard ship to sail a full world voyage. She is also the largest Cunard vessel to complete a full circumnavigation of the globe. During the 107-night sailing, Queen Anne will call on 30 different ports throughout 18 different countries. The itinerary includes calls to Miami, San Francisco, the Panama Canal, Auckland, Hong Kong as well as overnight stays in Honolulu, Sydney and Singapore. Additionally, on February 12, 2025, she will cross the International Date Line. Queen Anne will return to the south coast on April 27, 2025.
Guests will be treated to a spectacular sailaway party and other celebrations throughout the voyage. Other highlights include a World Voyage cocktail party, a shoreside Gala Event, enriching talks from speakers like 2008 Olympic gold medalist swimmer Rebecca Adlington OBE, hypnotist Paul McKenna, actor Charley Boorman and 1987 Wimbledon champion Pat Cash.
The 2,996-passenger Queen Anne is the largest Cunard ship with 14 decks and more choices for dining and bars and lounges than her sister ships. She also features a reimagined Mareel Wellness & Beauty spa as well as a unique wellness studio and café.