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23rd Oct 2026 | 7 nights | Cunard Line | Queen Mary 2
Step aboard Queen Mary 2, Cunard’s iconic flagship and the world’s only true ocean liner, where timeless elegance meets modern luxury. Designed for legendary Transatlantic Crossings as well as cruises around the world, you’ll find grand public spaces, sweeping promenade decks and a distinctly British atmosphere throughout. From the magnificent Grand Lobby to the spectacular Queens Room, every corner of the ship celebrates Cunard’s rich maritime heritage while offering a refined and spacious place to relax at sea.
Life on board Queen Mary 2 is all about classic ocean travel with plenty to discover each day. You can enjoy afternoon tea in the Queens Room, watch West End-style productions in the Royal Court Theatre, or visit Illuminations, the only planetarium at sea, for immersive shows and lectures. The ship also features a library, art gallery, swimming pools, a spa and fitness centre, plus elegant bars and lounges including the Commodore Club, making sea days just as memorable as your destinations.
Dining aboard Queen Mary 2 is one of Cunard’s signature experiences, with your main restaurant determined by your accommodation grade. Britannia guests dine in the impressive two-storey Britannia Restaurant, while Britannia Club, Princess Grill and Queens Grill guests enjoy increasingly exclusive dining experiences. Beyond the main restaurants, you can choose from casual venues including Kings Court, The Golden Lion and Carinthia Lounge, or enjoy speciality dining at Steakhouse at The Verandah. Whether you’re dressing for Gala Evening or enjoying a relaxed lunch, there’s a dining option to suit every occasion.
Your accommodation on Queen Mary 2 is designed to be a comfortable retreat, with a range of Inside, Oceanview, Balcony and Suite options to suit every style of travel. Balcony staterooms give you your own private outdoor space, while Britannia Club cabins include access to an exclusive restaurant. For the ultimate Cunard experience, Princess Grill and Queens Grill suites offer spacious accommodation, enhanced amenities, butler service and access to private restaurants, lounges and outdoor deck areas reserved exclusively for Grill guests.
Those who enjoy a more formal style of cruising and value the opportunity to learn more about the world through insightful talks
Anyone looking for a party atmosphere and informal vibe or who enjoys a more modern style of cruising
Cunard draws an incredibly diverse crowd, with people from all over the world and of all ages. With that said, most passengers come from the U.K., North America, Germany and Japan. The world cruisers who occupy the top cabins are often extremely wealthy, with a fair smattering of celebrities enjoying Queens Grill -- but equally, the entry-level cabins on the shorter cruises attract bargain hunters. Passengers are mainly couples, although solos are catered for. Cunard is particularly LGBTQ-friendly, too, with plenty of same-gender couples. The age range is mainly over 55, but during school holidays, a lot of families travel. On Queen Mary 2, you'll also find a small subset of people who have chosen the route because there's a kennel onboard for dogs and cats.
Absolutely. You'd be unlikely to book if you weren't a fan of glamorous black-tie nights. This is a line where tradition triumphs and even a relatively short, eight-night transatlantic crossing may involve three formal nights. Tuxedos or dark suits for men is expected, with women trotting out long dresses and jewels. Even the formal nights are narrowed down with themes like a black-and-white ball. Gala evenings aside, the dress code is generally "smart," which can be interpreted as stylish but not involving men needing to wear a tie. Those who really don't want to dress up can still go casual-ish and eat at the buffet on formal nights, but you won't be allowed in any of the lounges or go into the theatre for a show.
No. You will need to pay extra for pretty well everything, from bottled water and specialty coffee to Wi-Fi, crew gratuities, specialty dining, shore excursions and drinks, as well as exercise classes and a day pass to use the saunas and steam rooms in the spa. Dining is included in the cruise fare but which main dining room you're assigned to will vary by what type of cabin you have booked. Also included are evening entertainment and basic tea and coffee at meals.
On sea days, Cunard's ships are famous for its guest speaker program, which features big names from the arts, politics and science scenes. Otherwise, popular activities are pretty traditional -- bridge, dance classes, bingo and pub quizzes in the Golden Lion Pub. There are watercolour painting classes, wine tasting sessions, flower arranging, table tennis and, in the evenings, karaoke. Afternoon tea is a daily ritual rarely missed by most passengers. On Queen Mary 2 the planetarium shows are quite popular as well.
