About Cunard
“From fabled vessels of the past to her present royal court — Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth — Cunard has carried guests across the great oceans and to the far points of the globe in unparalleled style. The most glamorous names of yesterday and today have made champagne toasts in Cunard’s salons, waltzed the night away in grand ballrooms, savoured grand feasts of the finest flavours in elegant dining rooms, restaurants and cafes, and whiled away hours immersed in fascinating conversation on Cunard’s many decks, bars, lounges and pubs. Book a stateroom, enjoy the luxury accommodations and relax with delicious room service dining. Indulge your curiosity whether literary or the arts, theatrical productions, music, movies or the energy of a casino. There are endless entertainment and educational pursuits. Enjoy activities at sea or on land such as Cunard’s spacious decks and pools, elegant soirées and scenic tours. Cunard invites you to take your place in the rich heritage of ocean travel, and write your own classic adventure tale. Join Cunard and let it arrange and book your journey on the legendary luxury ocean liners of Cunard.” — Cunard
Cunard's story began in July 1840, when Britannia set sail from Liverpool on the company's first Transatlantic Crossing — the start of a lineage that has now seen 249 ships sail to the four corners of the world. Today the fleet comprises four Queens named for Britain's Queens Regnant: Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth, and the newest, Queen Anne, whose design was founded on heritage, craftsmanship, style, storytelling, and innovation.
Queen Mary 2 remains the world's only true ocean liner, offering regularly scheduled Transatlantic Crossings between New York and Southampton — she completed her 400th crossing in 2024 — and is certified to carry 3,108 guests with a crew of 1,292. Onboard life keeps tradition wonderfully alive: white-gloved Afternoon Tea served daily at 3:30 in the Queens Room, Gala Evenings with five-course celebratory menus on every voyage of three nights or more, and theater adapted from London's West End alongside live orchestras and jazz.
Fares include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Afternoon Tea, with the exclusive Grills experience — including the Queens Grill restaurant and its reserved tables — for suite guests. Itineraries range from the iconic Crossing to Norwegian fjords, Alaska's glaciers, the Caribbean, Australia, and full World Voyages with their own concierge and gala events ashore. Cunard suits travelers who love ceremony, conversation, and the romance of the sea.
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The Transatlantic Crossing
Queen Mary 2 is the world's only ocean liner making regularly scheduled Crossings between New York and Southampton — her 400th was completed in 2024.
Four Queens
Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Anne carry the names of Britain's four Queens Regnant of the last millennium.
White Star Service
Cunard's famed standard of service, from white-gloved Afternoon Tea in the Queens Room to reserved tables in the Grills restaurants.
Gala Evenings
Every voyage of three nights or more brings a formal Gala Evening with celebratory menus of up to five courses, amuse-bouche to petit fours.
The Grills experience
Queens Grill and Princess Grill suite guests enjoy exclusive restaurants, a private lounge, and tables reserved for their sole use all voyage.
World Voyages
Full and sector World Voyages include cocktail parties, a gala event ashore, a dedicated world cruise concierge, and complimentary daily service charges.
What's Included with Cunard
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in main restaurants and buffet venues
- Daily Afternoon Tea served by white-gloved waiters
- Gala Evening dinners on voyages of three nights or more
- West End-style theater, guest speakers, live orchestras, and entertainment day and night
- Complimentary tea, coffee, and water throughout the day
The Cunard Fleet (4 ships sailing bookable itineraries)
Queen Anne
Queen Anne’s breathtaking interiors take inspiration from past to define a striking new design direction for future. Come on board to discover a ship that is modern, yet timeless. A ship that offers both exciting, novel experiences, as well as the much-loved signature venues.
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Queen Elizabeth
On Queen Elizabeth immerse yourself in her evocative art deco elegance. This stunning Queen exudes style and has an especially refined feel. Prepare yourself for a truly remarkable voyage. Queen Elizabeth invites you to an uncrowded world where spacious decks set the perfect backdrop for you to savor a flawless Cunard experience.
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Queen Mary 2
Queen Mary 2 is a remarkable flagship, her style and elegance are legendary. Above all, it‘s the space she offers and the luxury for you to do as little or as much as you wish which sets her apart. Welcome to a true icon. you’ll find an incredible sense of freedom from the space she offers.
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Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria will delight you with her special appeal, where elegance and unique features combine seamlessly with outstanding hospitality. You’ll discover an extraordinary way to see the world. From the moment you step on board, you're immersed in an enchanting world of pleasure and escapism. On Queen Victoria the freedom to create your perfect trip is all yours.
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Gratuities & tipping
The service charge applies to all guests, and differs according to which accommodations you’re staying in.
The service charge for Queens and Princess Grill Suites will be US$19 per person per day, and Britannia Staterooms will be US$17 per person per day.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation By Guest
| Period before departure within which written notice of cancellation is received by Cunard | Cancellation charges (percentage of fare) |
|---|---|
| From the date of booking until 121 days before departure | Deposit |
| 120 to 91 days | 25% |
| 90 to 50 days | 50% |
| 49 to 16 days | 75% |
| 15 to 6 days | 90% |
| Less than 6 days before departure or failure to embark. For fly-cruises, departure day is the date of the flight departure. | 100% |
| Period before departure within which written notice of cancellation is received by Cunard | Cancellation charges (percentage of fare) |
|---|---|
| From the date of booking until 181 days before departure | Deposit |
| 180 to 91 days | 30% |
| 90 to 50 days | 60% |
| 49 to 16 days | 75% |
| 15 to 6 days | 90% |
| Less than 6 days before departure or failure to embark. For fly-cruises, departure day is the date of the flight departure. | 100% |
| Period before departure within which written notice of cancellation is received by Cunard | Cancellation charges (percentage of fare) |
|---|---|
| From the date of booking until departure, including failure to embark. | 100% |
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The refund or cancellation charge that will be payable depends on the amount of notice you give us, as follows:
Cunard Fare
| Days Prior to Cruise Departure that You Cancel | Refund Amount |
| From the date of booking until 180 days before departure | Full refund |
| 179-90 days | Total fare minus Deposit* amount |
| 89-64 days | 75% of the total fare paid* |
| 63-43 days | 50% of the total fare paid* |
| 42-15 days | 25% of the total fare paid* |
| Less than 14 days before departure or failure to embark | No refund |
Early Saver Fare
| Days Prior to Cruise Departure that You Cancel | Refund Amount |
| From the date of booking until 90 days before departure | Total fare minus Deposit* amount |
| 89-64 days | 75% of the total fare paid* |
| 63-43 days | 50% of the total fare paid* |
| 42-15 days | 25% of the total fare paid* |
| Less than 14 days before departure or failure to embark | No refund |
* Additional fees charged by airlines will be passed onto the passengers.
(Last updated: July 13, 2023 Click here to view the latest policy provided by the cruise line.
Voyage Length 30 Days or Less
| Number of Days Before Sailing | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 120 to 90 | 25% or Deposit Amount |
| 89 to 61 | 40% of full fare |
| 60 to 31 | 50% of full fare |
| 30 to 15 | 75% of full fare |
| 14 days or less, or non-appearance | 100% of full fare |
Final payment is due 120 days prior to sailing on voyages 30 days or less.
Voyage Length 31+ Days
| Number of Days Before Sailing | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 150 to 120 | 20% or Deposit Amount |
| 119 to 91 | 40% of full fare |
| 90 to 64 | 50% of full fare |
| 63 to 43 | 75% of full fare |
| 42 days or less, or non-appearance | 100% of full fare |
"Full fare" does not include Government taxes and fees (as defined in the Passage Contract), which are not subject to any cancellation fee.
Final payment is due 150 days prior to sailing on voyages 31 days or more.
| Reduced Deposit Cancellation Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| Voyage Length | Cancellation Period Before Sailing | Cancellation Fee |
| Less than 31 nights | 120 to 91 days | Reduced deposit amount |
| Less than 31 nights | 89 days or less | Standard cancellation fees apply |
| 31 nights or longer | 150 to 120 days | Reduced deposit amount |
| 31 nights or longer | 119 days or less | Standard cancellation fees apply |
For those guests booking a reduced deposit promotion, the initial cancellation fee of "deposit amount" will not exceed the deposit required/paid at the time of the booking. Hotel packages will be subject to a cancellation fee of 50% of the total cost of the hotel package between 90 to 61 days prior to the first day of the booked hotel stay and 100% of the total cost of the hotel package between 60 days and the first day of the booked hotel stay. Land tour packages will be assessed a cancellation fee of 100% of the total cost of the land tour package when canceling at 90 days or less to the first day of the land tour. Transfers are not assessed a cancellation fee regardless of the cancellation date. CunardCare is non-refundable.
CANCELLATION POLICY EXCEPTION(S):
For certain promotional fares, the deposit is non-refundable. Please review the terms and conditions of all fares before booking. Items subject to cancellation fees include, but are not limited to, cruise fare and hotel packages.
- If you have purchased a specially priced promotion where the deposit is 100% non-refundable from the point of payment, you are not entitled to any refund, payment, compensation or credit whatsoever of your deposit under any circumstance if you cancel your booking.
- If you have purchased a specially priced promotion that is 100% non-refundable from the point of payment, you are not entitled to any refund, payment, compensation or credit whatsoever of your Cruise or Cruisetour fare if you cancel your booking.
Last updated: January 24, 2025. Click here to view the latest policy provided by the cruise line.
Smoking on board
Traveling with minors
Cunard provides supervised activities for children aged two to 17 years throughout the day, and also offer free group supervision in the evening.
A child travelling as the second guest in a stateroom requires payment of the published per-person fare. In order to provide adequate activities and facilities for the younger guests, the number of children on a specific voyage may be limited; please contact Cunard for details. Guests under the age of 18 are not permitted to gamble or enter the casino. Guests who are under 18 years of age are not permitted to purchase or consume alcohol on board. However, while in U.S. waters, Cunard Line enforces and abides by the U.S. legal drinking age of 21 years.
Pregnancy policy
Accordingly for reasons of health and safety Cunard regrets that it cannot carry Guests who will ave entered their 24th week of pregnancy or beyond at any point during their Package.
Policies are provided by Cunard and can change; your Pavlus advisor will confirm current terms for your specific sailing before you book.