queen anne is the company’s first new ship in 14 years
VALENCIA, California, January 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Cunard’s long-awaited new ship, queen anne marked her North American debut when she arrived New York to her maiden invitation from Southampton, England. Cunard’s first new ship in 14 years spans 14 decks and has 15 restaurants, accommodating up to 3,000 guests.
For the first time in Cunard’s 185-year history, the line has two female leaders at the helm. Captain Inger Klein Thorhauge, one of the few female captains in the maritime industry, is at the helm queen anneand Katie McAlisterpresident of Cunard, is leading the company into an exciting era of luxury cruising.
Design by queen anne led by creative director Adam Tihany, who orchestrated a team of world-class designers to envision a ship that reflects Cunard’s rich art-deco heritage while embracing modern elegance.
A testament to this artistic vision is the ship’s exclusive collection of 4,300 works of art, commissioned from both emerging and established artists worldwide, each offering a unique interpretation of Cunard’s iconic legacy. The ship also takes entertainment on board to new heights with innovative venues and experiences including “Bright Lights Society,” an intimate cabaret-style venue.
With the debut of queen anneCunard has improved its wellness offer for guests. The Pavilion Wellness Café is a new venue serving breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the day, with a menu that celebrates plant-based cuisine alongside sustainably sourced meat, fish and dairy.
In addition, guests can enjoy the Harper’s Bazaar Wellness at Sea program which offers three-day packages tailored to relax, re-energize or recover, providing a rejuvenating journey at sea.
Queen Anne get in touch New York marks the first stop on her 107-day inaugural world tour. This voyage continues Cunard’s legacy as a pioneer of world cruises since 1922; bringing together travelers from different nationalities and reflecting the brand’s commitment to fostering international connections and cultural understanding” values that resonate more than ever in today’s world.
Cunard i New York they have a long and storied legacy with an impressive list of milestones:
Cunard sailed into New York since 1847, longer than any other cruise line.
Cunard ships carried one in five immigrants to America, helping millions to start a new life in America New York and wider.
Cunard’s legendary ships including Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth it represented the golden age of ocean voyages, hosting world-renowned cultural and political figures.
In 2015 Empire State Building was lit red in honor of Cunard’s 175th anniversary, celebrating the company’s enduring connection with the city.
Katie McAlisterpresident of Cunard, expressed her excitement about the ship North America debut, stating: “queen anne represents the pinnacle of innovation, design and hospitality for Cunard and her arrival in New York is a historical milestone for our company. As we celebrate nearly two centuries of maritime excellence, queen anne ushers Cunard into a new era of luxury cruising and continues to deliver unforgettable experiences that connect people and cultures around the world. We are proud to contribute to the record 1.5 million cruise passengers traveling to NYC by bringing 500 million dollars in local economic impact on New York.”
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About Cunard
Cunard is a luxury British cruise line, known for creating unforgettable experiences around the world. Cunard has been a leading passenger ship operator since 1840, and this year celebrates an incredible 185 years in business. 2025 is an important year in Cunard’s history, which will be marked by several legendary land events and special voyage events. The Cunard experience is built on fine cuisine, carefully selected entertainment and an outstanding offer White Star service. From a partnership with a two-Michelin-starred chef, to inspirational guest speakers, to world-class theatrical productions, every detail is meticulously crafted to make the experience unforgettable. A pioneer in transatlantic and round-the-world voyages, destinations that the vessels also include Europethe Caribbean, AlaskaFar East and Australia.
There are currently four Cunard ships, the Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria and a new ship, queen annewho entered service in May 2024. The investment is part of the company’s ambitious plans for Cunard’s future globally, with the brand now boasting four ships in simultaneous service for the first time since 1999. Cunard is headquartered at Carnival (NYSE:) House in Southampton and has been owned since 1998 Carnival Corporation (LON:) & plc. www.cunard.com (NYSE: CCL) (LSE: CCL) (NYSE: CUK).
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