Cunard has announced its Event Voyages programme for 2024.
Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2 will host four of the seven newly launched themed voyages crossing the Atlantic, while a further three take place on board Queen Elizabeth as she navigates Australia and Japan.
Back by popular demand in June is “London Theatre at Sea,” an eight-night Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing of musical theatre in partnership with the Olivier Awards, with whom Cunard proudly partners every year.
This unique crossing features immersive acting workshops, fascinating behind-the-scenes talks and award-winning performances, curated by Julian Bird OBE.
Also returning in November 2024 is “Literature Festival at Sea,” where book lovers can absorb themselves in seven days of inspiring literary events on this westbound Transatlantic Crossing.
The programme is curated by the team of The Times and The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival, with whom Cunard also partners each year.
Each “Literature Festival at Sea” features more than 20 acclaimed authors, with past headliners including Ian Rankin, Victoria Hislop and Simon Armitage.
New for 2024 is a unique opportunity to celebrate history in the making, as Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2 embarks on her 400th Transatlantic Crossing in August from New York to Southampton.
2024 also marks the 15th anniversary of Cunard’s spectacular National Symphony Orchestra voyages, brought to you by the eminent maestro Anthony Inglis.
Guests will be able to rehearse with the choir by day and enjoy classical concerts in the Royal Court Theatre by night, on board this unique nine-night Eastbound Transatlantic crossing via Newport and Boston in October.
Queen Elizabeth hosts the first-of-its-kind Sporting Greats & Wellness Voyage in January 2024, which offers sports fans the chance to sail with some of Australia’s most iconic sporting superstars.
This includes legendary cricketer Brett Lee and celebrated golfer Karrie Webb, as well as Amanda McLaren, owner of the eponymously named British luxury car company.
The Great Australian Culinary Voyage, also on Queen Elizabeth in January includes special guest and award-winning chef Karen Martini taking over The Steakhouse at The Verandah.
The extraordinary Big Band Ball voyage in May sees dance and music lovers from all over gather to celebrate the magnificent Swing era, in between exploring the enticing ports of Japan on this nine-night circumnavigation.
Special guests include internationally acclaimed vocalist, pianist and songwriter, Joe Stilgoe.
Matt Gleaves, VP Commercial, Cunard North America, said: “Cunard’s Event Voyages offer far more than just stand-out performances.
“Each is expertly curated to offer our guests unique opportunities to immerse themselves into a theme or occasion, meeting and hearing from world-renowned leaders in their fields, many with interactive workshops and a programme of activities and performances to choose from throughout the day and evening.
“And of course, all offered with the luxurious backdrops of the Cunard Queens and all while enjoying the signature touches you can always look forward to with Cunard.”
2024 Event Voyages schedule:
Queen Mary 2:
- London Theatre at Sea (M417), Eastbound Transatlantic, 15-23 June 2024
- Queen Mary 2’s 400th Transatlantic Crossing (M426), Eastbound Transatlantic, 23-30 August 2024
- Anthony Inglis and the National Symphony Orchestra’s 15th Anniversary (M432A), Eastbound Transatlantic, 4-13 October 2024
- Literature Festival at Sea (M436), Westbound Transatlantic, 13-20 November 2024
Queen Elizabeth:
- Great Australian Culinary Voyage (Q402), Southern Australia, 5-12 January 2024
- Sporting Greats & Wellness Voyage (Q407), Southern Australia, 13-30 February 2024
- Big Band Ball (Q416), Japan, 5-14 May 2024
Please note: speakers and activities are subject to change. Some activities may incur an additional charge.
For more information about Cunard, visit www.cunard.com.
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