Sarah Bretz, ContributorCunard’s newest ship Queen Anne made her North American debut last week. The vessel arrived in New York City for the first time after crossing the Atlantic from Southampton, England.
Queen Anne‘s call in New York City marks the first stop on her 107-day inaugural World Voyage. The journey continues Cunard’s legacy as the pioneer of world cruises since 1922, bringing together travelers from around the world.
And for the first time in Cunard’s 185-year history, it has two female leaders in command. Captain Inger Klein Thorhauge, one of the few female captains in the maritime industry, is at the helm of Queen Anne. Katie McAlister, Cunard’s president, is steering the company into an exciting era of luxury cruising.
Queen Anne is Cunard’s first new ship in 14 years, and spans 14 decks with a guest capacity of up to 3,000. The design of the vessel was led by creative director Adam Tihany, who orchestrated a team of world-class designers to imagine a ship that reflects Cunard’s rich art-deco heritage while embracing modern elegance.
The ship features an exclusive collection of 4,300 pieces of art, commissioned from both emerging and established artists around the world. Queen Anne also elevates Cunard’s entertainment offerings with experiences including the intimate cabaret-style venue “Bright Lights Society.”
Cunard also enhanced its wellness offerings with the debut of Queen Anne. Found on board is the Wellness Café serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring a menu of plant-based dishes alongside sustainably-sourced meat, fish, and dairy. Guests can also enjoy the Harper’s Bazaar Wellness at Sea program, which offers three-day packages tailored to relaxation, energy restoration, or recovery.
Cunard and New York have a long and storied heritage with an impressive roster of milestones:
- Cunard has sailed into New York since 1847, longer than any other cruise line.
- Cunard ships carried one in five immigrants to America, helping millions begin new lives in New York and beyond.
- Cunard’s legendary ships including Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth epitomized the golden age of ocean travel, hosting world renowned cultural and political figures.
- In 2015, the Empire State Building was lit red to honor Cunard’s 175th anniversary, celebrating the company’s enduring bond with the city.
Katie McAlister, President of Cunard, expressed her excitement about the ship’s North America debut, saying “Queen Anne represents the pinnacle of innovation, design, and hospitality for Cunard, and her arrival in New York is an historic milestone for our company. As we celebrate nearly two centuries of maritime excellence, Queen Anne ushers Cunard into a new era of luxury cruising and continues delivering unforgettable experiences that connect people and cultures around the globe. We are proud to contribute to the record-high1.5 million cruise passengers that travel to NYC bringing $500 million in local economic impact to New York.”
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