Queen Victoria: Cunard’s Iconic Ship Caps Off the British Cruise Season in Palma de Mallorca

Cunard’s liner Queen Victoria is set for its final port call in Palma de Mallorca on Saturday, September 6th. This visit marks the conclusion of the British cruise season in Mallorca, arriving earlier than in previous years. Palma’s docks have already seen various British liners, including P&O UK’s Arvia, but it’s the Queen Victoria’s arrival that signifies the end of a vibrant summer of British tourism in the Balearic archipelago.

The Queen Victoria, measuring 964 feet, is characterized by its elegant atmosphere, sophisticated British-themed design, and array of amenities. Passengers can look forward to theatrical performances, a refined library, multiple dining options, and a spa, all wrapped in an environment that emphasizes elegance and tradition.

Simultaneously, the Arvia, known as the “Sunshine Ship,” also completes its final visit to Palma for the season. As the largest British cruise vessel, the Arvia offers features such as a retractable-roof Sky Dome, a high ropes challenge, a mini-golf course, and the first rum distillery at sea. With a capacity of 5,200 passengers and 1,800 crew members, its departure rounds off a season filled with spectacle and robust port activity.

In response to the growing pressures of tourism, Balearic authorities have implemented a daily cap allowing a maximum of three cruise ships to dock at Palma, with only one mega vessel (over 5,000 passengers) permitted. This regulation aims to reduce environmental impact and the social strain from mass tourism, but it has generated criticism from local business sectors concerned about the resulting reduction in trade as cruise arrivals decrease earlier than expected.

As Queen Victoria prepares to drop anchor for the final time this season, the harbor feels the effects of a reduced fleet, marking the end of another chapter of British cruising in Mallorca.

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