Japan Circumnavigation
Japan Circumnavigation
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About Yokohama
In 1853, a fleet of four American warships under Commodore Matthew Perry sailed into the bay of Tokyo (then Edo) and presented the reluctant Japanese with the demands of the U.S. government for the opening of diplomatic and commercial relations. The following year Perry returned and first set foot on Japanese soil at Yokohama—then a small fishing village on the mudflats of Tokyo bay. Two years later New York businessman Townsend Harris became America's first diplomatic representative to Japan. In 1858 he was finally able to negotiate a commercial treaty between the two countries; part of the deal designated four locations—one of them Yokohama—as treaty ports. In 1859 the shogunate created a special settlement in Yokohama for the growing community of merchants, traders, missionaries, and other assorted adventurers drawn to this exotic new land of opportunity. The foreigners (predominantly Chinese and British, plus a few French, Americans, and Dutch) were confined here to a guarded compound about 5 square km (2 square miles)—placed, in effect, in isolation—but not for long. Within a few short years the shogunal government collapsed, and Japan began to modernize. Western ideas were welcomed, as were Western goods, and the little treaty port became Japan's principal gateway to the outside world. In 1872 Japan's first railway was built, linking Yokohama and Tokyo. In 1889 Yokohama became a city; by then the population had grown to some 120,000. As the city prospered, so did the international community and by the early 1900s Yokohama was the busiest and most modern center of international trade in all of East Asia. Then Yokohama came tumbling down. On September 1, 1923, the Great Kanto Earthquake devastated the city. The ensuing fires destroyed some 60,000 homes and took more than 40,000 lives. During the six years it took to rebuild the city, many foreign businesses took up quarters elsewhere, primarily in Kobe and Osaka, and did not return. Over the next 20 years Yokohama continued to grow as an industrial center—until May 29, 1945, when in a span of four hours, some 500 American B-29 bombers leveled nearly half the city and left more than half a million people homeless. When the war ended, what remained became—in effect—the center of the Allied occupation. General Douglas MacArthur set up headquarters here, briefly, before moving to Tokyo; the entire port facility and about a quarter of the city remained in the hands of the U.S. military throughout the 1950s. By the 1970s Yokohama was once more rising from the debris; in 1978 it surpassed Osaka as the nation's second-largest city, and the population is now inching up to the 3.5 million mark. Boosted by Japan's postwar economic miracle, Yokohama has extended its urban sprawl north to Tokyo and south to Kamakura—in the process creating a whole new subcenter around the Shinkansen Station at Shin-Yokohama. The development of air travel and the competition from other ports have changed the city's role in Japan's economy. The great liners that once docked at Yokohama's piers are now but a memory, kept alive by a museum ship and the occasional visit of a luxury vessel on a Pacific cruise. Modern Large as Yokohama is, the central area is very negotiable. As with any other port city, much of what it has to offer centers on the waterfront—in this case, on the west side of Tokyo Bay. The downtown area is called Kannai (literally, "within the checkpoint"); this is where the international community was originally confined by the shogunate. Though the center of interest has expanded to include the waterfront and Ishikawa-cho, to the south, Kannai remains the heart of town. Think of that heart as two adjacent areas. One is the old district of Kannai, bounded by Basha-michi on the northwest and Nippon-odori on the southeast, the Keihin Tohoku Line tracks on the southwest, and the waterfront on the northeast. This area contains the business offices of modern Yokohama. The other area extends southeast from Nippon-odori to the Moto-machi shopping street and the International Cemetery, bordered by Yamashita Koen and the waterfront to the northeast; in the center is Chinatown, with Ishikawa-cho Station to the southwest. This is the most interesting part of town for tourists. Whether you're coming from Tokyo, Nagoya, or Kamakura, make Ishikawa-cho Station your starting point. Take the South Exit from the station and head in the direction of the waterfront.
About Aomori
Aomori's main event is its Nebuta Matsuri Festival,held August 2 to 7. People come to see illuminated floats of gigantic samurai figures paraded through the streets at night. Aomori's festival is one of Japan's largest, and is said to celebrate the euphoria of post-battle victory, and is thus encouraged to be noisier and livelier than you may have been exposed to in other Japanese festivals. Dancers, called heneto, run alongside the floats, dancing crazily, and you're encouraged to join in. Throughout the year you can enjoy delicious seafood from Aomori Bay, including Oma no Maguro (tuna of Oma), as well as delicious fruits and vegetables (particularly garlic). And come every summer, the town cuts loose to throw the decidedly wild Nebuta Matsuri festival, a frenzied, utterly unaccountable period when normal gets thrown to the wind.
About Sakaiminato
Sakaiminato is a small city almost totally surrounded by water: the Sea of Japan to the east, the Sakai Channel to the north and Lake Nakaumi to the west. Across the lake the towns of Matsue and Yasugi offer interesting experiences. Matsue is known as the “Town of Water” next to scenic Lake Shinji and Lake Nakaumi. It has one of the very few wooden castles that still remain in Japan. Touring the castle and boat rides on the Horikawa River and the castle’s moat are popular. Yasugi has the Adachi Museum of Art, a private museum that houses one of the finest collections of contemporary Japanese paintings, but also has a 165,000 square metres garden –with plants and rocks collected by the museum’s founder. Six different gardens show different scenarios depending on the season. These gardens have been selected as “Japan’s best garden” for several years.
About Busan
White-sand city beaches and hot-spring resorts may not be everyone's first image of Korea, but these are what Koreans flock to Busan for all year. And there are plenty of opportunities for rest, relaxation, retail therapy, and even a touch of glamour every October with the Busan International Film Festival. Busan's beaches are the big summertime draw but there is plenty to be seen year round. Quintessential experiences include taking some rest and relaxation at a local spa and exploring the Beomeosa temple complex.
About Nagasaki
Nagasaki city has developed into one of the most important port cities in Japan. During Japan’s period of isolation in the 17th century, Nagasaki played a prominent role in foreign trade relation and only a very few ports were open to restricted numbers of foreign traders. Even though Holland was a major country who conducted trading during this period, Dutch people were only allowed to stay in Dejima Island and were not allowed to have contact with the Japanese people. Today, you will still find the strong influence of Dutch and Chinese culture in the city which is very different from all other cities in Japan. In the more recent history, Nagasaki became the second city after Hiroshima to be destroyed by an atomic bomb towards the end of World War II. From the visit to Atomic bomb museum and peace memorial park, people could understand how chaotic the situation was and the agony that the people in the days have experienced from the damage inflicted by the atomic bomb. It continues to appeal to the world with their wish for world peace.
About Shimizu
The salt and pepper cone of Japan's most famous natural landmark won’t fail to take your breath away, as it soars into the sky in a vision of spectacular symmetry. Make sure your camera is fully prepared before you dock in Shimizu’s port, where unparalleled views of the extraordinary Mount Fuji’s dramatic peak await. Take your time to soak up one of Japan's most iconic views, before dipping your toes into the rest of what this destination of tranquil temples has to offer. While there’s a bustling fish market, and a charming amusement park waiting close to the port, most new arrivals immediately set off in pursuit of the best views of Mount Fuji, or to see the stunning panorama on offer from the heights of the Kunozan Toshogu Shrine. Take the cable car up to the top, to experience the tranquillity around the forested shrine, and to enjoy its stunning architecture of deep scarlets and gleaming golds. You can also enjoy heart-stopping views out over the Bay of Suruga, and the tea plantations below.
About Yokohama
In 1853, a fleet of four American warships under Commodore Matthew Perry sailed into the bay of Tokyo (then Edo) and presented the reluctant Japanese with the demands of the U.S. government for the opening of diplomatic and commercial relations. The following year Perry returned and first set foot on Japanese soil at Yokohama—then a small fishing village on the mudflats of Tokyo bay. Two years later New York businessman Townsend Harris became America's first diplomatic representative to Japan. In 1858 he was finally able to negotiate a commercial treaty between the two countries; part of the deal designated four locations—one of them Yokohama—as treaty ports. In 1859 the shogunate created a special settlement in Yokohama for the growing community of merchants, traders, missionaries, and other assorted adventurers drawn to this exotic new land of opportunity. The foreigners (predominantly Chinese and British, plus a few French, Americans, and Dutch) were confined here to a guarded compound about 5 square km (2 square miles)—placed, in effect, in isolation—but not for long. Within a few short years the shogunal government collapsed, and Japan began to modernize. Western ideas were welcomed, as were Western goods, and the little treaty port became Japan's principal gateway to the outside world. In 1872 Japan's first railway was built, linking Yokohama and Tokyo. In 1889 Yokohama became a city; by then the population had grown to some 120,000. As the city prospered, so did the international community and by the early 1900s Yokohama was the busiest and most modern center of international trade in all of East Asia. Then Yokohama came tumbling down. On September 1, 1923, the Great Kanto Earthquake devastated the city. The ensuing fires destroyed some 60,000 homes and took more than 40,000 lives. During the six years it took to rebuild the city, many foreign businesses took up quarters elsewhere, primarily in Kobe and Osaka, and did not return. Over the next 20 years Yokohama continued to grow as an industrial center—until May 29, 1945, when in a span of four hours, some 500 American B-29 bombers leveled nearly half the city and left more than half a million people homeless. When the war ended, what remained became—in effect—the center of the Allied occupation. General Douglas MacArthur set up headquarters here, briefly, before moving to Tokyo; the entire port facility and about a quarter of the city remained in the hands of the U.S. military throughout the 1950s. By the 1970s Yokohama was once more rising from the debris; in 1978 it surpassed Osaka as the nation's second-largest city, and the population is now inching up to the 3.5 million mark. Boosted by Japan's postwar economic miracle, Yokohama has extended its urban sprawl north to Tokyo and south to Kamakura—in the process creating a whole new subcenter around the Shinkansen Station at Shin-Yokohama. The development of air travel and the competition from other ports have changed the city's role in Japan's economy. The great liners that once docked at Yokohama's piers are now but a memory, kept alive by a museum ship and the occasional visit of a luxury vessel on a Pacific cruise. Modern Large as Yokohama is, the central area is very negotiable. As with any other port city, much of what it has to offer centers on the waterfront—in this case, on the west side of Tokyo Bay. The downtown area is called Kannai (literally, "within the checkpoint"); this is where the international community was originally confined by the shogunate. Though the center of interest has expanded to include the waterfront and Ishikawa-cho, to the south, Kannai remains the heart of town. Think of that heart as two adjacent areas. One is the old district of Kannai, bounded by Basha-michi on the northwest and Nippon-odori on the southeast, the Keihin Tohoku Line tracks on the southwest, and the waterfront on the northeast. This area contains the business offices of modern Yokohama. The other area extends southeast from Nippon-odori to the Moto-machi shopping street and the International Cemetery, bordered by Yamashita Koen and the waterfront to the northeast; in the center is Chinatown, with Ishikawa-cho Station to the southwest. This is the most interesting part of town for tourists. Whether you're coming from Tokyo, Nagoya, or Kamakura, make Ishikawa-cho Station your starting point. Take the South Exit from the station and head in the direction of the waterfront.
Approximately 1375-1493 sq. ft.
Retreat to an exclusive world of luxury with your own private residence at sea. Bold Cunard accent colours and thoughtful designs bring each space in your suite to life. An attentive butler is on hand at all times to truly customise your voyage experience.
The Queens Grill Grand Suite includes:
- Access to the exclusive Queens Grill restaurant, where you can dine any time at your reserved table.
- Spacious lounge area with seating.
- Dedicated entertaining area with room to host guests.
- Bedroom area with Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Pillow concierge menu with seven pillow types to choose from.
- Marble bathroom with twin washbasins, bathtub and walk-in shower.
- Spacious private balcony with seating and sea views.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels in bedroom and lounge areas.
- Feature vanity with hairdryer.
- Workspace with a set of personalised stationery.
- Fresh flowers.
- Binoculars and world atlas to track your travels.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Luxury bathrobes and slippers.
- Complimentary mini-bar stocked with your choice of beer, wine, spirts and soft drinks.
- Speciality tea and coffee making facilities.
- Daily fresh fruit.
- Pre-dinner canapés.
- Welcome bottle of Champagne.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Dine in-suite from the exclusive Queens Grill menu.
- Exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and outside Grills Terrace.
- Concierge service for on board reservations and shore experiences.
- A dedicated butler and steward to keep your suite in fine order day and night and host the perfect soirée.
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation.
Approximately 1100 sq. ft.
Retreat to an exclusive world of luxury with your own private residence at sea. Bold Cunard accent colours and thoughtful designs bring each space in your suite to life. An attentive butler is on hand at all times to truly customise your voyage experience.
Each Queens Grill Master Suite includes:
- Access to the exclusive Queens Grill restaurant, where you can dine any time at your reserved table.
- Spacious lounge with seating and dedicated dining area.
- Bedroom with Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Pillow concierge menu with seven pillow types to choose from.
- Marble bathroom with twin washbasins, bathtub and walk-in shower.
- Spacious private balcony with seating and sea views.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels in bedroom and lounge areas.
- Feature vanity with hairdryer.
- Writing desk with a set of personalised stationery.
- Fresh flowers.
- Binoculars and world atlas to track your travels.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Luxury bathrobes and slippers.
- Complimentary mini-bar stocked with your choice of beer, wine, spirting and soft drinks.
- Speciality tea and coffee making facilities.
- Daily fresh fruit.
- Pre-dinner canapés.
- Welcome bottle of Champagne.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Dine in-suite from the exclusive Queens Grill menu.
- Exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and outside Grills Terrace.
- Concierge service for on board reservations and shore experiences.
- A dedicated butler and steward to keep your suite in fine order day and night and host the perfect soirée.
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation.
Approximately 508-596 sq. ft.
Retreat to an exclusive world of luxury with your own private residence at sea. Bold Cunard accent colours and thoughtful designs bring each space in your suite to life. An attentive butler is on hand at all times to truly customise your voyage experience.
Each Queens Grill Penthouse includes:
- Access to the exclusive Queens Grill restaurant, where you can dine any time at your reserved table.
- Spacious lounge area with seating.
- Bedroom area with Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Pillow concierge menu with a variety of types to choose from.
- Bathroom with bath and shower and separate dressing area.
- Spacious private balcony with seating and sea views.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels in bedroom and lounge areas.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- Fresh flowers.
- Binoculars and world atlas to track your travels.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Luxury bathrobes and slippers.
- Complimentary mini-bar stocked with your choice of beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks.
- Speciality tea and coffee making facilities.
- Daily fresh fruit.
- Pre-dinner canapés.
- Welcome bottle of Champagne.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Dine in-suite from the exclusive Queens Grill menu.
- Exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and outside Grills Terrace.
- Concierge service for on board reservations and shore experiences.
- A dedicated butler and steward to keep your suite in fine order day and night and host the perfect soirée.
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation.
Approximately 484-671 sq. ft.
Retreat to an exclusive world of luxury with your own private residence at sea. Bold Cunard accent colours and thoughtful designs bring each space in your suite to life. An attentive butler is on hand at all times to truly customise your voyage experience.
Each Queens Grill Suite includes:
- Access to the exclusive Queens Grill restaurant, where you can dine any time at your reserved table.
- Spacious lounge area with seating.
- Bedroom area with Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Pillow concierge menu with a variety of types to choose from.
- Bathroom with bath and shower and separate dressing area.
- Spacious private balcony with seating and sea views.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels in bedroom and lounge areas.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- Fresh flowers.
- Binoculars and world atlas to track your travels.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Luxury bathrobes and slippers.
- Complimentary mini-bar stocked with your choice of beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks.
- Speciality tea and coffee making facilities.
- Daily fresh fruit.
- Pre-dinner canapés.
- Welcome bottle of Champagne.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Dine in-suite from the exclusive Queens Grill menu.
- Exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and outside Grills Terrace.
- Concierge service for on board reservations and shore experiences.
- A dedicated butler and steward to keep your suite in fine order day and night and host the perfect soirée.
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation.
Approximately 335-513 sq. ft.
Delight in a prime location on board with sea views that can be enjoyed from both in and outside your Princess Grill Suite. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Princess Grill Suite includes:
- Exclusive access to the Princess Grill restaurant, where you can dine any time at your reserved table.
- Private balcony with seating and sea views.
- Spacious lounge area with seating.
- Bedroom area with Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Pillow concierge menu with a variety of types to choose from.
- Bathroom with bath and shower.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels in lounge and bedroom areas.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Luxury bathrobes and slippers.
- Feature mini-bar with speciality tea and coffee making facilities.
- Complimentary spring water replenished throughout your voyage.
- Daily fresh fruit.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- Welcome bottle of sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Dine in-suite from the exquisite Princess Grill menu.
- Exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and outside Grills Terrace.
- Concierge service for on board reservations and shore experiences.
- A dedicated steward to keep your suite in fine order day and night.
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation.
Approximately 258-470 sq. ft.
Take advantage of prime sea views from your own private, outdoor space in one of our Britannia Club Balcony staterooms. You’ll find thoughtful features, luxurious amenities and benefits, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Club Balcony stateroom includes:
- Access to the intimate Britannia Club restaurant with a reserved table throughout your voyage.
- Private balcony with seating and sea views.
- Lounge area with seating.
- Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Bathroom with walk-in shower.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Pillow concierge menu with a variety of types to choose from.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Bathrobes and slippers.
- Speciality tea and coffee making facilities.
- Complimentary spring water replenished throughout your voyage.
- A welcome bottle of sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation.
Approximately 258-470 sq. ft.
Take advantage of prime sea views from your own private, outdoor space in one of our Britannia Club Balcony staterooms. You’ll find thoughtful features, luxurious amenities and benefits, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Club Balcony stateroom includes:
- Access to the intimate Britannia Club restaurant with a reserved table throughout your voyage.
- Private balcony with seating and sea views.
- Lounge area with seating.
- Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Bathroom with walk-in shower.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Pillow concierge menu with a variety of types to choose from.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Bathrobes and slippers.
- Speciality tea and coffee making facilities.
- Complimentary spring water replenished throughout your voyage.
- A welcome bottle of sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation.
Approximately 228-408 sq. ft.
Enjoy access to private, outdoor space in one of our obstructed view Britannia Balcony staterooms. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Balcony (obstructed view) stateroom includes:
- Choice of Early, Late, and Open Dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
- Private balcony (obstructed view) with seating.
- Lounge area with seating.
- Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Bathroom with walk-in shower.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Bathrobes and slippers.
- Tea and coffee making facilities.
- Welcome sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Approximately 180 sq. ft.
Positioned to offer sea views, our Britannia Oceanview staterooms provide a private enclave from which to watch the world go by. Perfectly framed views are the backdrop to thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Oceanview stateroom includes:
- Choice of Early, Late, and Open Dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
- Lounge area with seating.
- Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
- Window with sea view.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Bathrobes and slippers.
- Tea and coffee making facilities.
- Welcome sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Approximately 157-194 sq. ft.
With a variety of locations to choose from on board, our well-appointed inside staterooms are a haven of comfort and style to enjoy during your voyage. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Standard Inside stateroom includes:
Choice of Early, Late, and Open Dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
UK, USA, and European power sockets.
Penhaligon's toiletries.
Bathrobes and slippers.
Tea and coffee making facilities.
Welcome sparkling wine.
Complimentary room service menu.
Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Approximately 228-408 sq. ft.
Enjoy access to private, outdoor space in one of our obstructed view Britannia Balcony staterooms. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Balcony (obstructed view) stateroom includes:
- Choice of Early, Late, and Open Dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
- Private balcony (obstructed view) with seating.
- Lounge area with seating.
- Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Bathroom with walk-in shower.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Bathrobes and slippers.
- Tea and coffee making facilities.
- Welcome sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Approximately 133-168 sq. ft.
Positioned to offer sea views, our Britannia Single Oceanview staterooms provide a private enclave from which to watch the world go by. Perfectly framed views are the backdrop to thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Single Oceanview stateroom includes:
- Choice of Early, Late, and Open Dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
- Lounge area with seating.
- Comfortable Cunarder single bed.
- Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
- Window with sea view.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Bathrobes and slippers.
- Tea and coffee making facilities.
- Welcome sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Approximately 200 sq. ft.
With a variety of locations to choose from on board, our spacious Britannia Deluxe Inside staterooms are a haven of comfort and style to enjoy during your voyage. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Deluxe Inside stateroom includes:
- Choice of Early, Late, and Open Dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
- Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Bathrobes and slippers.
- Tea and coffee making facilities.
- Welcome sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Approximately 159 sq. ft.
Our spacious Britannia Single Inside staterooms are a haven of comfort and style to enjoy during your voyage. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Single Inside stateroom includes:
- Choice of Early, Late, and Open Dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
- A generous width single bed and desk with stationery.
- Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
- Feature vanity with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Bathrobes and slippers.
- Tea and coffee making facilities.
- Welcome sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Approximately 152 sq. ft.
With a variety of locations to choose from on board, our well-appointed Britannia Standard Inside staterooms are a haven of comfort and style to enjoy during your voyage. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Each Britannia Standard Inside stateroom includes:
- Choice of Early, Late, and Open Dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
- Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
- Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
- Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
- Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
- UK, USA and European power sockets.
- Penhaligon's toiletries.
- Bathrobes and slippers.
- Tea and coffee making facilities.
- Welcome sparkling wine.
- Complimentary room service menu.
- Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
- A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Queen Elizabeth
Join us on Queen Elizabeth and immerse yourself in her evocative art deco elegance. This stunning Queen exudes style and has an especially refined feel. Prepare yourself for a truly remarkable voyage.
Queen Elizabeth invites you to an uncrowded world where spacious decks set the perfect backdrop for you to savour a flawless Cunard experience. Immerse yourself in endless entertainment, luxurious accommodation and an array of dining choices. Her art deco features and gleaming chandeliers blend with contemporary attractions to ensure a remarkable holiday. Enjoy croquet on her Games Deck, stunning entertainment in her Royal Court Theatre or relax in her elegant conservatory. The choice, as always with Cunard, is yours.
Ship Facts
| Speed | 21 | ||||||||
| Width | 32 | ||||||||
| Length | 294 | ||||||||
| Capacity | 2081 | ||||||||
| Currency | USD | ||||||||
| Language | en | ||||||||
| Crew Count | 911 | ||||||||
| Deck Count | 12 | ||||||||
| Refit Year | 2016 | ||||||||
| Cabin Count | 1043 | ||||||||
| Launch Year | 2010 | ||||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 90900 | ||||||||
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| Large Cabin Count | N/A | ||||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 20 |
Deck 1
- Royal Court Theatre
- Grand Lobby
- Voyage Sales Office
- Tour Office
- Pursers Office
- Oceanview Staterooms
- Inside Staterooms
- Connexions
Deck 2
- Royal Court Theatre (Middle)
- Empire Casino
- The Golden Lion Bar
- Queen's Room
- Queen's Arcade
- Cunard Place
- Library
- Cafe Carinthia
- The Verandah Restaurant
- Grand Lobby
- Britannia Restaurant (Lower)
- Britannia Club Restaurant
- Oceanview Staterooms
- Inside Staterooms
Deck 3
- Royal Court Theatre (Upper)
- Shops
- Royal Arcade
- Art Gallery
- Connexions
- Photo Gallery and Studio
- Library (Upper)
- The Alcove
- Grand Lobby
- Midship's Bar
- Card Room
- Promenade Deck
- Britannia Restaurant
Deck 4
- Penthouses
- Queens Suites
- Princess Suites
- Balcony Staterooms
- Oceanview Staterooms
- Inside Stateroom
Deck 5
- Penthouses
- Queen Suites
- Princess Suites
- Inside Staterooms
Deck 6
- Grand Suites
- Penthouses
- Princess Suites
- Balcony Staterooms
- Deluxe Inside Cabins
Deck 7
- Grand Suites
- Master Suites
- Princess Suites
- Queens Suites
- Penthouses
- Inside Staterooms
- Balcony Staterooms
Deck 8
- Penthouses
- Queens Suites
- Princess Suites
- Balcony Staterooms
- Club Balcony Staterooms
- Inside Staterooms
Deck 9
- Royal Spa & Fitness Centre
- Aerobic Area
- Hair Salon
- Spa Reception
- Thermal Suites
- Pavilion Bar
- Hydropool
- Pavilion Pool
- The Garden Lounge
- Lido Restaurant
- Lido Pool Grill
- Lido Pool Bar
- Lido Pool
- Stage
- Whirlpools
Deck 10
- Commodore Club
- Royal Spa Treatment Rooms
- Bar
- Admiral's Lounge
- Churchill's Cigar Lounge
- The Yacht Club
- Children's Outdoor Area
- Teen's Outdoor Area
- The Playzone
- The Zone
Deck 11
- Games Deck
- The Terrace
- The Grill's Lounge
- The Courtyard
- Queen's Grill
- Princess Grill
Deck 12
- The Grill Terrace Area
A range of complimentary and speciality dining restaurants are available, with menus created by Jean-Marie Zimmermann, Cunard’s Global Culinary Ambassador. Tables for 4-8 are typical, with seating allocated prior to cruising. Limited numbers of tables for two are available on request.
Queen's Grill
The pinnacle of fine dining at sea, exclusively for guests staying in our Queens Grill Suites.
Drawing inspiration from the world’s finest kitchens, the Queens Grill restaurant offers a true taste of fine dining on board, elevated by a front of house team for whom nothing is too much trouble.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with a Grills Afternoon Tea served separately in the Grills Lounge, a visit to the Queens Grill always feels like a special occasion.
You’ll be dining among your fellow Queens Grill guests, with a table reserved for your exclusive use throughout your voyage. There’s no need to book. Simply arrive whenever you’re ready and your table will be waiting. You may even choose to take your meal in your suite, should you wish.
Each day introduces a coveted line-up of à la carte dishes, complemented by an ‘always-available’ menu of appetisers, entrees, and desserts, executed with exemplary flair and finesse.
Alternatively, opt for one of our chef’s speciality sharing dishes (orderable in advance at breakfast or lunchtimes). From beef wellington to rack of lamb, the choice is truly indulgent. Each dish (along with select offerings on our menu) is finished and presented to you table-side, only heightening the sense of theatre that’s a signature of Queens Grill dining.
Dining at the Queens Grill restaurant is exclusive to Queens Grill guests and included within your Cunard fare. The restaurant operates relaxed dress by day and smart attire (jacket optional) for dinner service after 6.00pm, except on Gala Evenings when we invite you to dress in black tie.
Gluten free and vegetarian dishes are available. If you have any food allergies or other dietary requirements, please inform us by phone after booking your voyage. Find out more about dietary requirements on board.
Princess Grill
Imaginative cooking and flawless service create a dining experience fit for royalty.
For the exclusive use of guests in our Princess Grill Suites, this exquisite restaurant offers à la carte dining at an elevated level.
With a dining room to rival the world’s most luxurious hotels and a menu that showcases classical flavour pairings, creatively reimagined, the Princess Grill restaurant is among the most prestigious of our on board dining experiences. Discreet but attentive service and a raft of personal touches make every meal special.
You’ll find a comprehensive selection of continental and cooked dishes ready to rouse you each morning, whilst lunchtimes introduce a delicious four course menu alongside lighter options.
Evenings are a particularly grand affair, with the theatre of tableside serving inspiring a greater sense of occasion. Your table for dinner is reserved throughout your voyage, with no need to book; simply take your seat whenever you wish, between 6.30pm and 9.00pm.
Dining at the Princess Grill restaurant is included in your fare if you’re staying in one of our Princess Grill Suites. Relaxed dress is welcomed at breakfast and lunch, and smart attire (jacket optional) after 6.00pm, except on Gala Evenings when we invite you to dress in black tie.
Gluten free and vegetarian dishes are available. If you have any food allergies or other dietary requirements, please inform us by phone after booking your voyage. Find out more about dietary requirements on board.
Britannia & Britannia Club Restaurant
An intimate and exclusive dining venue for Britannia Club guests.
If you’re staying in a Britannia Club Balcony stateroom, you’ll have the option to take breakfast, lunch, and dinner in this restaurant which is reserved exclusively for Britannia Club guests.
A beautifully designed art deco theme creates an atmosphere that is both classic and contemporary. Generously sized windows allow you to enjoy sea views while you dine.
White-gloved waiting staff add to the sense of occasion, as does the cooking. A classically inspired, flawlessly executed à la carte menu is the centrepiece, or you can choose from the five course Britannia Restaurant menu. Both menus change daily.
In the evening, you’ll be free to dine at any time between 6.30pm and 9.00pm, with a table reserved for you throughout your voyage. During the day, casual dress is welcomed, with smart attire (jacket optional) after 6.00pm, except on Gala Evenings when we invite you to dress in black tie.
Dining at the Britannia Club Restaurant is included in your fare if you are staying in a Britannia Club Balcony stateroom. There is no need to book.
Gluten free and vegetarian dishes are available. If you have any food allergies or other dietary requirements, please inform us by phone after booking your voyage. Find out more about dietary requirements on board.
Steakhouse at The Verandah
Steaks and seafood of the highest calibre.
Do you crave an exquisite steak, seared to perfection? Or perhaps a taste of the ocean? Whether you’re in the mood for surf or turf or just somewhere extra special to dine out on board, Steakhouse at the Verandah offers just the place.
With a menu that celebrates the finest steaks and seafood throughout the world today, dining at Steakhouse at The Verandah is sure to be a culinary highlight of your voyage.
Perfect for special occasions (or just because), Steakhouse at The Verandah celebrates the best of land and sea. Buttery soft wagyu. Dry-aged Angus beef. A fruit de mer platter laden with lobster, Scottish langoustines, and Alaskan crab.
Open for lunch on sea days and dinner every evening, the exceptional menu features only the highest quality grass-fed and dry-aged beef, supplied by British butcher Aubrey Allen, whose passionate commitment to sustainable, pasture-bred, beef dates back to the 1930s. When ordering steak, not only will your choice be cooked exactly to your preference, you’ll even be presented with a selection of steak knives to choose from, each one engineered to cut effortlessly and cleanly. After all, the finest produce deserves the finest treatment.
Lunchtimes at Steakhouse at The Verandah are a relaxed occasion with an informal dress code. Expect favourites like delicate Dover sole, prepared à la meunière, or simply grilled, and house-smoked Irish short rib, cooked low and slow, with spiced coffee and almond crumb, and caramelised shallots. Should you be joining us for dinner, you’ll find the evening menu expands to include a wider steak selection and other options, such as a succulent lamb rack and jumbo grilled tiger prawns.
As with the dining menu, the Bar at Steakhouse at the Verandah showcases ingredients hailing from either side of the Atlantic. You’ll find a generous list of drinks to complement your meal, including cocktails inspired by New York and London; a nod to Cunard’s iconic Transatlantic Crossing.
Why not arrange an extra special meal during your voyage, and book a table for lunch or dinner on My Cunard prior to sailing? Or you could book on board using our digital planner, My Voyage. The cost for dinner is US$58.50 if booked pre-cruise, or US$65 if booked on board, and for lunch, US$31.50 or US$35, respectively.
Gluten free and vegetarian dishes are available. If you have any food allergies or other dietary requirements, please inform us by phone after booking your voyage. Find out more about dietary requirements on board.
The Lido Restaurant
Positioned high up on deck 9, the Lido on Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth is the perfect place to eat your fill, plan your day over breakfast, or sit with a coffee and snack as you sail the ocean blue.
Classic and continental flavour pairings bring the world to your plate.
Welcoming guests from early morning until late in the evening, these informal dining venues are like nowhere else you’ll dine at on board. Wonderfully laidback, no matter what time of day you visit, these dining experiences are anchored around buffet-style self-service, inviting you to indulge as much or as little as you like.
Queen's Room
Experience the grandeur of the largest ballroom at sea and the social hub of the ship.
You'll soon discover that it’s the elegant Queens Room which plays centre stage to so much of your social calendar and is frequently a hub of activity. By day this stunning venue hosts dancing classes, fencing, music recitals and our grandest interpretation of Afternoon Tea. When darkness falls join us as the orchestra strikes up for an evening of dancing or simply to enjoy the atmosphere over a cocktail. And it's on Gala Evenings when you'll really love the sparkling sense of occasion here.
Queen Elizabeth provides you with a wealth of engaging experiences to keep you entertained day and night. From spectacular theatrical performances to the excitement of the casino, there's something to keep everyone happy.
The Royal Court Theatre
Experience the thrill of a vibrant music and dance extravaganza in our full sized theatres.
You'll find our elegant Royal Court Theatres as impressive as any in the West End or Broadway and they're the perfect setting for you to enjoy invigorating, high-tech dance productions. We're constantly introducing new shows performed by our highly talented Royal Cunard Singers and Dancers. Popular recent productions including the cutting-edge dance shows 'La Danza' and 'Rhythm of the Night,' which takes audiences on a magical journey through the sights and sounds of Latin America.
Empire Casino
Join us in our Monte-Carlo inspired Casino where you’ll find a winning combination of elegance and excitement.
During the day meet our expert croupiers and take the chance to learn the rules and sharpen your game.
As night falls the casino comes alive. From first flutters to high-rollers, there’s something for everyone. Unleash your daring side with our wide selection of slots and tables or simply soak in the atmosphere whilst sipping on a Cunard Martini – the choice is yours.
Galleries
Art connoisseurs can enjoy a choice of three galleries. Cladendon Fine Art features original artwork and lithographs by 20th and 21st century artists. Cunardia and Cunarder’s Gallery each focus on artefacts from past lines, black and white photography of famous faces and stories of those who have travelled with Cunard over the years.
Shopping
The ship features a variety of shops for those who enjoy a spot of retail therapy. Passengers can find designer brands in the Royal Arcade boutiques, pick up souvenir photographs in the Image Photo Gallery, or check out the nautical literature and memorabilia in the bookshop.
Queens Room
Embrace the sense of occasion with every sip at this grand bar and ballroom.
With its sweeping dancefloor, double-height ceiling, and glittering chandeliers, a visit to the Queens Room can’t fail to evoke the timeless romance of ocean travel.
Guests who sail with Cunard frequently have come to regard it as the social hub of the ship, and on Gala Evenings especially this elegant bar and ballroom offers a truly magical setting in which to be swept away in the spirit of the occasion.
It’s also where we serve our signature Afternoon Tea at 3:30pm each day. Just follow the soothing tones of the string quartet and the unmistakable scent of our chefs’ freshly baked scones. Then there’s the chance to brush up on your dancing or learn a new skill. From fencing to Argentine Tango, the Queens Room sets the stage for all kinds of activities.
It’s at night however that this elegant ballroom truly comes alive; no more so than on Gala Evenings (our famed black tie nights) when a live orchestra fills the air with music as guests take to the dancefloor in their finest eveningwear. Drink in the atmosphere from your table with a glass of champagne, or a speciality cocktail, and savour the chance to step out in style for one special night of indulgent celebration.
Royal Night Theme Balls
Royal night themed balls in the magnificent Queens Room Ballroom are your chance to don your formal dancing attire and take to the floor in a sea of glittering ball gowns and tuxedos accompanied by sounds from the marvellous orchestra.
Yacht Club
Join us here by day for a range of inspiring activities or as night falls for music and dancing.
Blessed with exceptional views, the Yacht Club on Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth hosts many entertaining events. Join us here by day and return later to dance under the glow of the evening stars. As evening approaches, jazz fans in particular may find themselves here as the Yacht Club transitions into a lively pre- and post-dinner venue with superb live jazz. Later that evening those who love to party will relish the fact that the resident DJ and dance band play late into the night.
The Commodore Club
Succumb to the charms of this magical bar, which takes pride of place overlooking the bow of the ship.
Savour the view of the world as it unfurls across the bow from this stunning location and discover just why the Commodore Club is such a remarkable venue. Taking inspiration from our Cunard Commodores who have expertly steered the fleet, join us here to enjoy pre dinner cocktails. Admire the sun setting over the sparkling ocean as you relax to the soothing tones of the pianist. Enjoy a delicious signature martini or sample a cocktail inspired by one of our seven most decorated Commodores.
The Golden Lion Pub
A friendly home-from-home in which to savour classic British pub fare.
With its sumptuous leather banquette seating, darts board, and occasional live sports, a visit to the Golden Lion offers all the charm, warmth, and authenticity of walking into a traditional British pub.
Dining at The Golden Lion is equally authentic, with a menu that showcases hearty and much-loved dishes enjoyed for generations throughout the UK and beyond. Food at the Golden Lion is included in your fare and alcohol is purchasable as priced.
The atmosphere at the Golden Lion is always relaxed and vibrant, with occasional live music and televised sports, complemented by lively pub quizzes and darts tournaments – an ideal way to meet new friends or put your skills to the test.
A casual dress code is observed all day long, although if you do wish to dress a little smarter in the evenings that’s perfectly fine too.
Cafe Carinthia
Located in a central position on Deck 2, overlooking the Grand Lobby, Cafe Carinthia is the perfect place to sit and relax watching the world go by. Sip specialty teas and coffees with an accompaniment of delicious pastries.
The Garden Lounge
Join us in this refined and airy lounge to unwind, enjoy the sun and watch the world go by.
You'll soon discover that the Garden Lounge on Queen Elizabeth is the perfect place to unwind, with its relaxed and airy feel along with design touches inspired by the conservatories at Kew Gardens. This versatile lounge is known for its relaxed ambiance and is flooded with natural daylight so come here to enjoy an informal breakfast, to savour a refreshing cocktail or for a delicious afternoon tea. You may also decide to join us here to watch live sports events.