Cunard has announced an exciting sweepstakes for travelers, offering them the chance to win a trip aboard the Queen Mary 2 for its 450th transatlantic crossing scheduled from November 10-17, 2026. This event not only marks a significant milestone in Cunard’s history, reflecting its 186 years of tradition in transatlantic travel, but it also coincides with the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Liz Fettes, Cunard’s senior vice president for North America and Australasia, highlighted the importance of transatlantic travel as a hallmark of the company’s heritage and an iconic experience in luxury travel. The sweepstakes prize includes accommodations for two guests on the journey, along with flights, hotel stays in Southampton, and transportation to and from the port.
Individuals interested in entering the sweepstakes have until July 31, 2026, to submit their entries. The announcement of this event comes as Cunard prepares to take part in Sail4th 250, a grand celebration in New York Harbor for America’s 250th anniversary. This event will feature an unprecedented flotilla of tall ships and naval vessels. Notably, July 4 also commemorates Cunard’s first crossing in 1840, when the RMS Britannia embarked from Liverpool to Boston, launching the world’s first regularly scheduled transatlantic steamship service.
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