Cruise line unveils new programme including new destinations from Southampton
A cruise line has unveiled a fresh wave of global adventures, with many leaving from Southampton.
Cunard has announced a new programme featuring 195 voyages across its iconic fleet, visiting 115 destinations in 32 countries between April 2027 and January 2028.
Queen Victoria will return to the UK to run 25 roundtrip journeys from Southampton, including itineraries through Scandinavia, Iceland and the Mediterranean.
The ship will also visit Grundarfjordur, Iceland in 2027 which will make it the first time a Cunard ship has called since 2009.
Queen Victoria will also enjoy a first visit to Riga in Latvia.
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Queen Anne will continue to operate out of Southampton, taking passengers from the UK's busiest cruise port to the Mediterranean and the Nordic.
Cunard's cruise will also call in Maderia on New Year's Eve, giving those on board the chance to see the famous fireworks in Portugal.
It will make four maiden calls as part of the new itineries, including in Sorrento in Italy and La Rochelle in France.
Queen Elizabeth will return to Europe in 2027 with Mediterranean voyages from May to October, including 22 ports she has not visited in 15 years.
The 65 new voyages range from seven to 28 nights and include stops in cities such as Palermo and Istanbul.
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Katie McAlister, president of Cunard, said: "This new programme is all about giving our guests more choice and more unforgettable voyages.
"Whether it's Queen Anne visiting new destinations, Queen Elizabeth returning to favourite ports in the Med, or Queen Mary 2 sailing iconic routes with her usual style, there's something to suit every kind of traveller.
"From exploring remarkable places to enjoying exceptional experiences on board, we're proud to offer voyages that feel truly special from start to finish."
Across all ships, Cunard will call at 93 UNESCO World Heritage sites, with 18 overnight stays and 33 late-evening departures to allow guests more time to explore.
Queen Mary 2 will make the cruise line's first ever trip to Charlottetown in Canada as part of the new journeys.
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