Cunard unveils inaugural voyage for MS Queen Anne ship (British Isles Festival/Great Britain circumnavigation)

   December 7, 2023 ,   Cruise Industry

Cunard has disclosed details of the inaugural event voyage on Queen Anne, featuring a distinctive British Isles Festival aligned with her maiden journey around the British Isles.

This unique sailing offers travelers an opportunity to be part of history as the newest chapter for Cunard embarks. Queen Anne is scheduled to depart from Southampton UK on May 24, 2024, for a maiden 14-night circumnavigation of Great Britain and Ireland, marking a truly historic and unprecedented British Isles voyage.

The roundtrip itinerary will showcase the finest coastal regions of Britain, including Cunard's spiritual home of Liverpool, the vibrant city of Belfast, the grandeur of Highland cliffs, and the stunning Scottish coast.

Onboard, guests can engage with preeminent performers through an exclusive program featuring dazzling British and Irish entertainment. Additionally, they can participate in 'In conversation with' Insights talks featuring expert guest speakers, celebrating the rich heritage and natural wonders of the British Isles.

Katie McAlister, President of Cunard, stated:

"Christmas has come early for travelers looking to celebrate the arrival of Queen Anne as we announce her British Isles Festival voyage, which will be a real celebration of our newest ship and showcase the very best of Great Britain and Ireland. Queen Anne's maiden voyage around these shores will be a truly historic sailing, and I know many of our loyal Cunarders will be eagerly awaiting what will be an iconic journey."