{"id":195942,"date":"2025-03-19T06:54:06","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T10:54:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/?p=195942"},"modified":"2025-03-19T08:56:44","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T12:56:44","slug":"cunard-unveils-queen-elizabeths-stunning-new-look","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/cunard-unveils-queen-elizabeths-stunning-new-look\/","title":{"rendered":"Cunard reveals Queen Elizabeth&#8217;s stunning new look"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-195943\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Cunard__The_luxurious_2000_guest_ship_completed_a_transformative_refit_in_Singapore_1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Cunard__The_luxurious_2000_guest_ship_completed_a_transformative_refit_in_Singapore_1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Cunard__The_luxurious_2000_guest_ship_completed_a_transformative_refit_in_Singapore_1024x768-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Cunard__The_luxurious_2000_guest_ship_completed_a_transformative_refit_in_Singapore_1024x768-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Cunard has unveiled a new-look <span class=\"xn-person\">Queen Elizabeth<\/span>\u00a0ahead of her debut season sailing from\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Miami<\/span>\u00a0and her inaugural\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Alaska<\/span>\u00a0voyages from\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Seattle<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>The luxurious 2,000-guest ship completed a transformative three-week makeover at Seatrium&#8217;s Admiralty Yard in\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span> on <span class=\"xn-chron\">March 14.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-person\">Queen Elizabeth&#8217;s<\/span>\u00a0debut\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Alaska<\/span>\u00a0season from\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Seattle<\/span>\u00a0begins on\u00a0<span class=\"xn-chron\">June 12<\/span>, while her inaugural\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Caribbean<\/span>\u00a0voyage from\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Miami<\/span>\u00a0departs on\u00a0<span class=\"xn-chron\">October 16<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 a 12-night roundtrip sailing offering guests the chance to visit\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Bridgetown&#8217;s<\/span>\u00a0UNESCO-listed Garrison and bustling markets of\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Castries, St Lucia<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h2>A standout transformation<\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"xn-person\">Queen Elizabeth&#8217;s<\/span>\u00a0signature spaces, such as the Commodore Club, Queens Room, Garden Lounge, and The Pavilion, have each been thoughtfully revitalized, connecting guests to the ocean while providing the perfect space to relax or enjoy al fresco dining.<\/p>\n<p>Outdoor decks have also been revamped to give guests better opportunities to admire majestic Alaskan glaciers or gorgeous\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Caribbean<\/span>\u00a0vistas, with more sunshades to the aft deck to accommodate warmer weather, for example.<\/p>\n<p>The story behind the Queens Room redesign, which exudes the elegance and luxury reminiscent of the golden age of ocean travel, takes inspiration from the Royal Palace&#8217;s heritage of planting Mulberry trees since\u00a0<span class=\"xn-person\">King James<\/span>\u00a0I, with its new carpet pattern replicating a lush garden shrubbery.<\/p>\n<p>The Grills experience \u2013 a hallmark of Cunard&#8217;s luxury offering \u2013 has also been elevated to new heights. Guests staying in the exclusive Grills suites will enjoy enhanced interiors and exteriors, featuring sumptuous furnishings, sophisticated detailing, and thoughtful design to deliver the ultimate in comfort and style. The Grills terrace also features new furniture for guests to enjoy sunset cocktails.<\/p>\n<h3>A focus on wellness<\/h3>\n<p>Another standout feature of the refurbishment is the introduction of The Pavilion Wellness Caf\u00e9, which debuted in 2024 on Cunard&#8217;s newest ship,\u00a0<span class=\"xn-person\">Queen Anne<\/span>. This wellness-focused venue will serve breakfast, lunch, and daytime dining with a menu celebrating plant-based cuisine alongside sustainably sourced meat, fish, and dairy.<\/p>\n<p>Guests can also enjoy the Harper&#8217;s Bazaar\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4385819-1&amp;h=3235955596&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cunard.com%2Fen-us%2Factivity-types%2Fspa%2Fharpers-bazaar-wellness-at-sea&amp;a=Wellness+at+Sea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Wellness at Sea<\/a>\u00a0program, first seen on\u00a0<span class=\"xn-person\">Queen Anne<\/span>. This industry-first partnership with Harper&#8217;s Bazaar offers three-day wellness packages tailored to relaxation, energy restoration, or recovery, providing a rejuvenating journey at sea.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-person\">Katie McAlister<\/span>, President of Cunard, said: &#8220;As\u00a0<span class=\"xn-person\">Queen Elizabeth<\/span>\u00a0begins this exciting new chapter, we are delighted to offer guests an even more refined experience on board, with beautifully updated spaces that combine classic Cunard style with modern comfort. With a full season based in\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Miami<\/span>\u00a0for the first time, more guests from the US and around the world can now experience the\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Caribbean<\/span>\u00a0with Cunard&#8217;s unique sense of luxury. The region remains a favorite for travelers on both sides of the Atlantic, and we can&#8217;t wait to welcome guests on board.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>For the first time in Cunard&#8217;s history, one of their iconic fleet will spend the full season in\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Miami<\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<span class=\"xn-person\">Queen Elizabeth<\/span>\u00a0will offer a dedicated program of roundtrip\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Caribbean<\/span>\u00a0voyages with itineraries ranging from nine to 28 nights. Guests will enjoy idyllic escapes to iconic destinations including\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Montego Bay<\/span>\u00a0in\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Jamaica<\/span>,\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">San Juan<\/span>\u00a0in\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Puerto Rico<\/span>, and\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">St John&#8217;s<\/span>\u00a0in\u00a0<span class=\"xn-location\">Antigua<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about Cunard or to book a voyage, contact your Travel Advisor, call Cunard at 1-800-728-6273, or visit\u00a0<u><a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4385819-1&amp;h=2289696108&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cunard.com%2F&amp;a=www.cunard.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">www.cunard.com<\/a><\/u>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Cunard has unveiled a new-look Queen Elizabeth\u00a0ahead of her debut season sailing from\u00a0Miami\u00a0and her inaugural\u00a0Alaska\u00a0voyages from\u00a0Seattle. The luxurious 2,000-guest ship completed a transformative three-week makeover at Seatrium&#8217;s Admiralty Yard in\u00a0Singapore on March 14. Queen Elizabeth&#8217;s\u00a0debut\u00a0Alaska\u00a0season from\u00a0Seattle\u00a0begins on\u00a0June 12, while her inaugural\u00a0Caribbean\u00a0voyage from\u00a0Miami\u00a0departs on\u00a0October 16\u00a0\u2013 a 12-night roundtrip sailing offering guests the chance to visit\u00a0Bridgetown&#8217;s\u00a0UNESCO-listed Garrison<span class=\"ellipsis\">&hellip;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/cunard-unveils-queen-elizabeths-stunning-new-look\/\">more &#8250;<\/a>","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"kia_subtitle":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[1780,3336],"front_page":[],"class_list":["post-195942","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-cruise","tag-cunard","tag-queen-elizabeth"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/195942","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=195942"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/195942\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=195942"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=195942"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=195942"},{"taxonomy":"front_page","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.travelpress.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/front_page?post=195942"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}