Sarah Bretz, ContributorCunard’s ship Queen Elizabeth has emerged from renovations with a new look ahead of her debut season sailing from Miami and her inaugural Alaska cruises from Seattle. The 2,000-guest vessel completed a three-week makeover at Seatrium’s Admiralty Yard in Singapore on Friday, March 14th.
The vessel’s signature spaces, such as the Commodore Club, Queens Room, Garden Lounge, and The Pavilion have each been thoughtfully revitalized, connecting guests to the ocean while providing the perfect space to relax or dine outdoors.
Outside decks have also been revamped to give guests better opportunities to admire Alaskan glaciers or Caribbean views. For example, more sunshades have been added to the aft deck to accommodate warmer weather.
The story behind the Queens Room redesign, which exudes the elegance and luxury reminiscent of the golden age of ocean travel, takes inspiration from the Royal Palace’s heritage of planting Mulberry trees since King James I, with its new carpet pattern replicating a lush garden.
The Grills experience has also been enhanced. Guests staying in the exclusive Grills suites will enjoy updated interiors and exteriors, featuring luxurious furnishings, sophisticated detailing, and thoughtful design to deliver the ultimate in comfort and style. The Grills terrace also features new furniture for guests to enjoy sunset cocktails.
Another standout feature of the renovations is the new Pavilion Wellness Café, which debuted in 2024 on Cunard’s newest vessel Queen Anne. The wellness-focused venue will serve meals throughout the morning and day, offering a menu celebrating plant-based cuisine alongside sustainably-sourced meat, fish, and dairy.
Guests can also enjoy the Harper’s Bazaar Wellness at Sea program, also first seen on Queen Anne. The Harper’s Bazaar partnership features three-day wellness packages tailored to relaxation, energy restoration, or recovery.
Itineraries
This summer, Queen Elizabeth will sail in Alaska for the first time. The vessel will operate voyages from Seattle starting June 12th.
Then, for the first time in Cunard’s history, one of its ships will spend the full season in Miami. Queen Elizabeth will offer a program of roundtrip Caribbean voyages with itineraries ranging from nine to 28 nights starting October 16th.
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