The recently renovated Queen Elizabeth arrived at PortMiami for the first time to begin a season of anticipated Caribbean voyages. The ship will have its home port in that city for the first time in Cunard’s history.
“At Cunard, we believe true luxury is based on warmth and joy as much as on sophistication. With the arrival of Queen Elizabeth, we are redefining luxury cruising in the Caribbean with our kind service, sumptuous art deco design, and exciting new entertainment, all combined with Caribbean charm, vibrant rhythms, and genuine hospitality,” said Liz Fettes, Senior Vice President of Commercial for North America at Cunard.
“We are delighted to welcome Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth to PortMiami. I also want to praise Cunard’s investment in our community. With its addition to Miami’s cruise offerings, passengers will be able to sail on ships with a legacy of elegance and comfort. We appreciate this new collaboration and the continued growth of the Cruise Capital of the World,” stated Hydi Webb, CEO of PortMiami.
The nine and 12-night itineraries explore the Eastern Caribbean, visiting ports such as San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. John’s, Antigua; Castries, St. Lucia; Bridgetown, Barbados; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; Road Town, Tortola; or the Western Caribbean, with visits to ports like Amber Cove, Dominican Republic; Montego Bay, Jamaica; Belize City, Belize; Cozumel, Mexico.
Throughout its history, the cruise line has welcomed numerous iconic stars from film, theater, fashion, and music and to toast the arrival in Miami, Patricia Altschul, author, philanthropist, and the Grande Dame of Bravo’s Southern Charm, joined the celebration as a guest aboard the inaugural Caribbean voyage.
“To me, the Queen Elizabeth is a kindred spirit, and I am delighted to welcome her to this stunning city. Cunard is a cruise brand for those who appreciate traveling with timeless glamour,” said Altschul.
After a sunny winter in the Caribbean, the Queen Elizabeth will continue its stay in North America and move to Seattle in May, where it will call for its second and final season of Alaska voyages during the summer of 2026.
