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Wedding at Sea Anyone?

Well it is a sad time for Southampton port right now as Cunard cruises confirm that their fleet of vessels will no longer be registered in the UK. This also means that the ships will no longer have the name of their home port, Southampton embalmed on their stern. Replacing “Southampton” is “Hamilton” – the [...]

Smuggling Illegal Immigrants in Style

A Malaysian man has been accused of trying to smuggle nine illegal immigrants into New York from Dubai…. via one of the most luxurious cruise ships in the world! The smuggler was caught at the end of April as he was attempting to sneak nine Chinese passengers into the US via Cunard‘s Queen Mary 2. [...]

Cunard Keeps it Royal with William’s Wedding

by Kelly Brennan Cunard Cruises 23 November 2010

With Prince William and Kate Middleton announcing their engagement last week, and this week confirming their wedding plans, Cunard have spoken out about their plans to broadcast the marriage accross all of their ships. With Cunard’s ships all being named after royalty, there is a long standing relationship between this cruise line and our Royal [...]

Queen is Cruise Ambassador

by Kelly Brennan Cunard Cruises 20 November 2010

The Queen has been given an award for being the best ambassador for the cruise industry. After officially naming Cunard’s new ship, the Queen Elizabeth, Her Majesty has been rewarded for her loyalty and involvement with the industry. Not only has the Queen been involved in various ship launches, and naming ceremonies, she is also [...]

Carnival Cruises Show Green Success

by Kelly Brennan Cunard Cruises 4 October 2010

Carnival UK have made significant reductions in their CO2 emissions and fuel usage, it has been announced today. They have achieved the results and met the goals that they were hoping for. Carnival UK is the parent company for 4 other cruise lines – P&O Cruises, Princess, Cunard Cruises and Ocean. Between them, the cruise [...]

Spa Onboard Queen Elizabeth Introduces Innovative Treatments

by Kelly Brennan Cunard Cruises 31 August 2010

Cunard Cruises have long been known for providing their guests with the ultimate in luxury when it comes to their onboard facilities. The Royal Spa onboard the Queen Elizabeth is no exception to this, offering a huge selection of luxurious treatments set in stunning surroundings. The spa takes up a massive 13,000 square feet across [...]

Cruise Business Brings Boom not Bust to Southampton

by Claire Wilde cruise 22 June 2010

It has been reported that due to the booming cruise industry in Southampton, many local businesses have seen their profits increase dramatically as cruising becomes more popular. With the Norwegien Epic due to arrive later this year, it is likely that business in the area will improve further as thousands of travellers flock to the [...]

Cunard Caters For Jazz Enthusiasts During 2010

by Claire Wilde cruise 7 February 2010

Jazz enthusiasts are being given a spectacular itinerary on board Queen Mary 2 this year. Select Cunard Cruies eastbound Transatlantic Crossings will present classical and contemporary jazz performances from one of the world’s top music schools, The Juiliard School. The concerts will feature many well known and popular jazz performers, including Eddie Henderson on trumpet, [...]

New Spa Menu For Passengers On Board The Queen Mary 2

by Kelly Brennan cruise 31 December 2009

Passengers on board Cunard Cruises Queen Mary 2 will be able to experience a whole host of different spa treatments in their Canyon Ranch, the spa-fitness provider. The extensive range of spa treatments include Detoxifying and Revitalising Rituals, Voya Seaweed Treatments, along with Performance Orthotics. Covering 20,000 square feet of the Queen Mary 2, Canyon [...]