Cunard Line and Mundomar Cruises celebrated their birthday in Barcelona more than 175 years of service, with the visit of the flagship Queen Victoria, where a formal dinner was held in the exclusive Verandah restaurant attended by a select group of travel agents, press (I admit and confess that we were not invited) and special guests.
The Cunard Line company presented its Around the World with the itineraries that the Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth carry out in their programming and everything that these voyages entail.
The new proposal of Cunard line It involves knowing or delving a little into the history of the shipping company, which since the 19th century has traveled the seas and oceans of the world, highlighting its luxury services in its facilities, its attentive service, the elegance and comfort of its suites and cabins, and the added bonus of a cuisine so refined that it rivals the best restaurants in the world.
Cunard Line's Round the World Cruises: Iconic Itineraries
At the Queen Mary 2 you can live a Legend across the 5 continents, traveling across five continents with stops in dozens of ports y World Heritage sites, combining natural wonders with great capital cities. These trips around the world usually extend around 120 nights, according to the start and end port.
El Queen Victoria undertakes a Journey across the three oceans, sailing across the Atlantic towards the Americas, connecting with the Pacific heading to Australia and New Zealand, with a careful selection of cultural and scenic stops.
Finally, the Queen Elizabeth browse Towards the rising sunAfter visiting the African and Australian coasts, the trip focuses on the Asian diversity, with a complete tour of Japan and other icons of the continent. The trips usually cover the surroundings of the 120-125 nights, more than 40 ports y 25 countries.
Life on board: British elegance and unique experiences
A mid-morning coffee with endless views, a smooth run in the cover, sunset cocktails at the Commodore Club or a night game in the Card Room: On board you will find large outdoor spaces and corners of calm carefully designed.
Every day brings a variety of dining options, bars and lounges, plus activities: from art workshops y cooking lessons, to theatrical exhibitions y expert conferences. To relax, the luxury shipping line spas offer first-class treatments with ocean views.
As night falls, the ship is dressed in elegance and sophistication: exceptional dining at world-class restaurants with haute cuisine that combine international cuisine and British specialties. Afterwards, the famous gala balls with live music and dance.
La british tradition It is tasted in the afternoon tea served by white-gloved waiters in the Queens Room, in the environment of the Golden Lion Pub with fish & chips and exclusive beers, or in the experience Queens Grill, with a table reserved for suite guests and the kitchen enriched by collaborations with chefs such as Michel Roux.
The interiors combine classic luxury and contemporary design, with selected art and high-quality furniture. For those looking for a little something extra, there is suites and penthouses meticulously equipped.
The fleet and its distinguishing features
El Queen Mary 2 It is the only one that regularly offers the transatlantic crossing between Europe and America and houses the only planetarium on the high seas, as well as one of the largest libraries on board and workshops with guest artists (including initiatives with drama schools).
El Queen Anne, the most recent addition, welcomes about 3.000 passengers and more than a thousand crew members, and stands out for spaces that merge the Cunard tradition with contemporary touches.
El Queen Victoria It combines British style with modernity and usually includes special itineraries that can reach such dream destinations as Hawaii. The Queen Elizabeth It sports an elegant aesthetic Art Déco and a variety of cultural and entertainment programs. The historic QE2, a landmark of the 20th century, is no longer operating in the active fleet as a cruise ship, preserving its legacy on land.
Featured destinations and departures
Reference of the transatlantic crossings, especially between Southampton and New York in 7 nights aboard the QM2, with departures in both directions and themed cruises such as “Transatlantic Fashion Week” or “Literature Festival at Sea”. There are also crossings from Fort Lauderdale with stops in Ponta Delgada (Azores) and Hamilton (Bermuda).
At the Mediterranean coast Spain, the Balearic Islands, southern France, Corsica, Italy and Malta are visited, with departures from Barcelona y Rome-Civitavecchia, and iconic stops like the Sagrada Familia y Valletta (UNESCO). Some routes touch on the Adriatic: Dubrovnik, Kotor or Corfu.
En Northern Europe, routes to North Sea cities, Scandinavian fjords and the British Isles, with departures from Hamburg o Southampton. Among the essentials: Witches, Bergen, the geiranger fjord and Cliffs of Moher.
The Around the World of around 120 nights connecting cities like New York, Sydney, Lithuania, Vilnius o Cape, uniting cultures and landscapes with the shipping company's seal of elegance.
Social and environmental commitment
Cunard promotes more sustainable tourism through low-sulfur fuels, connection to the power grid in port across its fleet (QM2, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Anne), recycling and waste treatment y protection of cetaceans, in collaboration with experts and NGOs.
Rates, prices and booking conditions
Port Fees and Taxes: may include fees and tolls imposed by authorities, third party charges for the presence of the vessel, customs duties, passenger taxes, tolls (e.g., Panama Canal), dock fees, inspections, pilotage, air taxes, hotel taxes or VAT on land services, immigration and naturalization, and navigation, berthing, stevedoring, baggage, and security costs. Some shipping companies apply NFC. They are calculated per passenger, berth, ton or vessel; the latter are prorated among passengers. subject to change and the shipping company may reflect variations in force at the time of sailing.
Pricing: in EUR or USD according to table. They are cruise only with full board (no air or ground transportation unless indicated in the program). Prices and availability may vary. vary until the reservation. The tips are not included and are voluntary. Before confirming you will see the complete price, payment schedule and penalties, and you will accept the Ticket Contract from Cunard.
Payments and deposits: for reservations with more than 80 days before departure, reduced deposit of 60 EUR/person (non-refundable and non-transferable) —not applicable to around the world not even some Suites—, or alternative of 25% of the total without cancellation fees before final payment. If there is an air-ground package, an additional deposit of 120 EUR/person non-refundable. Final payment: 80 days in advance; if not received, the company may cancel with 10% penalty. Reservations less than 80 days in advance: full payment upon confirmation. Name changes: up to 30 days (except promotional fares). Ground services: up to 20 days before. Air contracted with the shipping company: only after confirming the cruise, without name changes and non refundable.
Essential FAQs
Dress code: During the day, casual attire (swimsuits and shorts in pool/sports areas). After the 18 room, elegance sets the tone, with several gala evenings on transatlantic crossings (topics such as Black and White, Masked ball o Ascot). At the buffet you can go informal; in other areas you order jacket For gentlemen. On formal evenings, evening dress and a tuxedo or dark suit are acceptable; tuxedo rental a bank.
Ages: minimum 6 months; for round-the-world trips, transatlantic cruises, and long/exotic routes, 12 months. Check the specific conditions of each itinerary.
Children's rates: reduction if sharing a cabin with of adults full payment. Children under 2 years old travel free (transport/land and extras are the responsibility of the parents). De 2 a 17, reduced rate as 3rd/4th person. Always accompanied by an adult. 21+.
Pets: The Queen Mary 2 admits Dogs and cats en transatlantic crossings, in dedicated kennels (Deck 12), with a play area and owners' lounge. They are not permitted in passenger areas. Requires early booking and meet health requirements.
themed cruises
Literature, ball, The music, fashion and more: programming that elevates the journey with exclusive cultural and social content.
Cunard, a pioneer in the Around the World for more than a century, has embarked famous figures —from royalty to international artists—and continues to combine heritage and innovation to deliver refined, timeless sailing.
