The Christmas tree
Where else would we display the centrepiece of the festive season? Our Grand Lobby is the heart of each ship and, every December, home to a beautiful tree adorned with traditional decorations.
Why spend the holidays with Cunard?
Experience the wonder of Christmas, reimagined at sea
Christmas on board a Cunard Queen is a magical experience from the moment you embark. Twinkling lights and classic decorations set the scene, with trees dressed to perfection and the irresistible scent of the gingerbread village in the air. Savour a traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings and a special Afternoon Tea with delicious seasonal treats. Watch your favourite festive films, sing carols in the Grand Lobby, and enjoy delightful surprises throughout your voyage.
Celebrate the New Year in style
Welcome to a new year, exceptionally with a New Year’s Eve cruise on a Cunard Queen. Spend the day in port exploring the Christmas markets before setting sail for the evening’s festivities. Experience the anticipation of midnight drawing ever nearer, and take to the dancefloor at your ship’s magical New Year’s Eve ball, for a spectacular celebration at sea you’ll never forget.
Christmas market cruises
Celebrate the holiday season in style by exploring enchanting Christmas markets across Northern Europe with our Christmas market Cruises to Bruges, Hamburg, and Rotterdam—three cities that come alive with twinkling lights, festive cheer, and timeless traditions. Whether you're sipping mulled wine beneath a canopy of stars, browsing handcrafted gifts in historic squares, or enjoying local festive cuisine, these cruises promise unforgettable moments wrapped in winter wonder.Holiday Cruises from New York
Set sail from New York on a Christmas cruise like no other. Either depart on a magical and timeless journey across that Atlantic Ocean to the festive city of London. If winter sun is more your style, escape the winter chill with a voyage to the tropics of the Caribbean before celebrating New Year's Eve on a transatlantic crossing.
The holidays onboard our Queens
Our cruises blend the best of being away with a traditional Christmas back home. Wherever your cruise takes you, carols in the grand lobby, mince pies, and visits from Santa are all part of the celebration.
Christmas for families on board
For families, Christmas is a special time of year, an opportunity to spend time together and enjoy the festive season. On a Cunard cruise, there are always things for families to do together. Want some quality time? Our kids' zone gives you the chance to be free to enjoy your Christmas cruise as you choose, with a blend of family fun and precious alone time.
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Christmas drinks and dining
Immerse yourself in the season's enchantment with a festive dining experience on board a Cunard Queen. For voyages over Christmas Day and New Year's Eve, our main dining restaurants will host jubilant festivities, with specially curated dining menus and a merry atmosphere.
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Celebrate the holidays in the world's most enchanting ports
From the sun-kissed shores of the Canary Islands to the glimmering charm of Northern Europe’s Christmas markets, Cunard’s Christmas cruises transport you to destinations where the season sparkles in its own unique way.
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