Cunard News
Cunard launches flight-booking tool for travel agents
Cruise line Cunard has confirmed it will launch a flight-booking tool for travel agents called CompleteAir later this month. Bookings completed over the new tool, which was developed in-house and offers fares exclusive to Cunard, will not be commissionable.
Cunard selects LBi for website overhaul
Global marketing and technology agency, LBi, has been appointed by Cunard Line to oversee the development of its new website. UK-based LBi won the brief to re-design the luxury cruise line’s site, initially for the UK, US and Australian markets.
‘Madam Butterfly 3D’ alights aboard Queen Mary 2 in 2012
As part of its worldwide release schedule, Cunard Line is proud to announce the first shipboard screenings of the 3D feature film, “Madam Butterfly 3D,” in association with the Royal Opera House and RealD, the world’s most widely used digital 3D projection technology.
Apple iStudy now available across Cunard Line fleet
Cunard’s highly popular Apple iStudy courses are now available on all three Cunard ocean liners, following the recent opening of the Apple Learning Centre on board Queen Victoria. The centres offer the latest iMac machines for confidence-boosting seminars and workshops that aim to familiarise guests with the latest technology, from Facebook to iPads, in a fun and interactive way.
Red Arrows to join Cunard’s Three Queens Tribute Diamond Jubilee Celebrations
Cunard Line is delighted to announce that the world-famous Red Arrows will be an extra highlight of the company’s Three Queens Diamond Jubilee Event in Southampton to celebrate the 60 years of Her Majesty The Queen’s reign, on Tuesday 5 June 2012.
Cunard Line announces 2013 voyage programme open for sale on 24 April
Cunard brings over 170 years of maritime heritage to the youngest, luxury fleet at sea – flagship Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth – acquainting guests with captivating destinations and the line’s enduring grandeur, glamour and elegance. For those seeking to experience a luxury cruise vacation aboard Cunard, the Line’s classic traditions and legendary White Star Service coupled with contemporary and sophisticated on board offerings provide an unmatched ocean travel experience.
Brian O’Connor named VP of North American Sales for Princess Cruises and Cunard Line
Brian O’Connor has been named vice president of North American sales for Princess Cruises and Cunard Line. In this role, O’Connor will oversee the development of programs to meet the company’s sales goals, and he will manage the field sales team that represents both cruise lines to travel agents across the United States and Canada.
Cunard salute Her Majesty The Queen in celebration of her Diamond Jubilee
Cunard Line will celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with a unique Cunard Royal Rendezvous on 5 June 2012, the final day of the Jubilee celebrations. Her Majesty has long been associated with Cunard, being the only person to have attended the naming of all three Cunard Elizabeths, beginning in 1938.
Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth to make San Francisco maiden call
On 4 February, Cunard Line’s newest luxury ocean liner, Queen Elizabeth, will make her inaugural call to San Francisco, marking her only U.S. maiden call this year. Currently sailing her 107-day World Cruise, Queen Elizabeth will dock at Pier 35 along the city’s famed Embarcadero, and is scheduled to arrive between 5:30-6:00 a.m. and depart at approximately 9:00 p.m.
Cunard Line’s Queen Mary 2 refit completed
Cunard Line’s flagship Queen Mary 2 has returned to her homeport of Southampton after a major refurbishment that will prepare her to welcome guests for a luxury cruise vacation on her upcoming Transatlantic Crossings, Europe and World Voyages.
Queen Elizabeth’s maiden call to Boston
Continuing on her maiden New England & Canadian Adventure voyage, Cunard Line’s newest ship, Queen Elizabeth, made her first visit to Boston, Massachusetts yesterday
Cunard guests feel famous aboard a glamourous European adventure
Whether looking to experience the mystique of Europe, explore the awe-inspiring marvels of the Mediterranean, or savour the majestic scenery and fascinating heritage of Northern Europe through the Norwegian Fjords, guests sailing Cunard Line will enjoy a glamourous European adventure on 2012 voyages aboard flagship Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth.