World Voyages and Extended Voyages

As if to enhance the powerful allure of a World Voyage, elegant Cunarders are frequently welcomed ashore as visiting dignitaries. Flotillas of smaller vessels often escort our ships into berth and locals flock to the waterfront.

“Around the world Queen Mary 2’s lucky guests witness the thousands of well-wishers who come to celebrate her arrival and departure in their home city. They come in sail boats, power boats, canoes and kayaks, and even charter vessels, filled to the brim with local people hoping to catch a glimpse of this famous ocean liner.” Peggy and Pam Zirkle.

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It’s not just our ships that possess celebrity status; famous names regularly grace their guest lists during World Cruises. Sir Jackie Stewart, Martin Bell and Archbishop Desmond Tutu are among those to have recently written themselves into our illustrious history, joining a distinguished list of authors and astronauts, philosophers and politicians – as well as former South African president, Nelson Mandela.

All these voyages encompass the exotic and the faraway. Certain destinations along World Cruise routes can truly be considered once-in-a-lifetime, especially as many of the world’s great harbours await, such as Sydney, Cape Town, Hong Kong and many more. They therefore deserve more than a fleeting acquaintance, which is why virtually every visit lasts at least eight hours and the vast majority offer guests ten hours or more to forge an indelible impression.

Destinations are an integral part of a world voyage. Build some fabulous memories as you experience an amazing range of far flung and exotic destinations.

Embark on a grand adventure and experience ports of call across four continents including North and Central America, the Panama Canal, Pacific Isles, Australia and New Zealand, Asia, the Arabian Peninsula, Suez Canal and the Mediterranean

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Each World Cruise itinerary also makes between one and three overnight stays – and these extended visits allow two, or even three, entire days to experience the manifold pleasures and attractions of their intriguing destination.

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Venture off independently or embark on a thrilling Cunard shore event. These ensure every call brims with possibility, from a broad overview to a focus on, say, wildlife, cuisine or art – even unique activities like sailing an America’s Cup yacht in Auckland. There are also moments where sights too wondrous to ignore lie tantalisingly out of reach during a single day ashore. In such instances, intrepid guests may be enticed inland at one port and rejoin their ship several days later. The rewards are immense: from the crimson splendour of Uluru – otherwise known as Ayers Rock – to Angkor Wat’s jungle-clad temples, our overland adventures are your gateway to sights that will stay with you forever.

Culinary temptation beckons from your first waking moments of every day along your chosen cruise itinerary. You’ll notice how the flavours reflect your current location, as our talented chefs conjure up delicacies using Caribbean plantain and papaya or vibrant creations bursting with the freshest Mediterranean ingredients. Be assured that vegetarian options liberally adorn our restaurant menus, alongside healthy choices to ensure delicious need not mean decadent. There are also many more options – some restaurants devote evenings to a particular culinary theme such as Indian, pan Asian or Italian.

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Such is the immense potential for enjoyment and enrichment on Cunard’s ships that, however much time you spend in their elegant company, you could scarcely hope to experience every sociable pursuit on offer. Devote an afternoon to time-honoured pleasures like retreating to a quiet sun lounger with a novel chosen from our well-stocked libraries or traditional deck sports such as quoits, shuffleboard and paddle tennis. Film screenings, enrichment speakers and quizzes also appear on the daily programme beside wine tasting seminars, photography lessons and dance classes. Experience the unrivalled glamour of evenings aboard, when magnificent public rooms host sparkling black-tie soirées, themed balls and an enthralling whirl of entertainment, from the excitement of the casinos to exceptional theatre productions, intimate recitals or rousing concerts.

Our renowned White Star Service is perfectly attentive though never obtrusive and warmly welcomes you with its assurance that every request is gladly fulfilled; its most indulgent interpretation occurs each afternoon as a traditional British tea is served in white-gloved elegance.

Above all, these epic adventures remain remarkably sociable occasions, rare opportunities to experience the world with people who share your spirit of adventure, to rekindle past friendships and to forge lasting bonds with like-minded fellow guests over a wealth of pleasurable pastimes.

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