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Luxury on Both Sides Private Yacht-

of the Atlantic Style Cruising

One of the grand selling points of a Cunard® Transatlantic Windstar has wrapped up its ambitious Star Plus initiative—
Crossing is the luxury of time: as you cross the Atlantic on board investing more than $250 million to transform its three all-
the remarkable Queen Mary 2®, your journey is distinguished by suite Star Plus Class ships, Star Breeze, Star Legend and Star
your ability for you to do as little or as much as you wish. The Queen Mary 2 Pride. Thanks to a complex lengthening project (each ship was Wind Surf
ship also sets the tone for a magical holiday season, which you literally cut open, with a new section inserted), the trio can now
can still be a part of if you contact us about one of Cunard’s accommodate 312 guests. In addition to stylish new suites, the
November or December 2022 departures. OUR RECOMMENDATIONS reimagined yachts offer additional dining experiences, such OUR RECOMMENDATIONS
as an outdoor barbecue concept and a Spanish small-plates
In summer 2023, Queen Mary 2 and the slightly smaller restaurant from Anthony Sasso, one of the youngest chefs to
Queen Victoria® will offer a series of enticing European EUROPE be recognized by the Michelin Guide. Other enhancements CARIBBEAN & CENTRAL AMERICA
voyages. We like the 12-Night British Isles voyage departing 16-Night Western Mediterranean INAUGURAL SEASON include an enlarged spa and fitness center, an elegant infinity
Southampton on August 20, 2023. You’ll get a taste of local life Roundtrip Southampton pool and more outdoor deck areas. Last but not least, these 10-Day Jungles & Jewels of the DEPARTING SOON!
in Scotland, Wales, England and Northern Ireland, including Queen Anne® | March 29, 2024 “Star” vessels are now more environmentally friendly—a Central American Coast
a complimentary VIP shore event in Belfast, featuring one of • Hosted Voyage with VIP Shore Event win-win for everyone. Like Windstar’s three classic sailing Roundtrip Miami
the world’s most scenic coastal roads and a tasting at the world’s Fares From $3,182 pp (Inside Stateroom) yachts (Wind Surf, Wind Star and Wind Spirit), the three all- Star Legend | December 17, 2022
oldest licensed whiskey distillery. Fares From $3,599 pp (Ocean View Suite)
suite yachts allow travelers to access the world’s smaller ports
12-Night British Isles and waterways. Additional departure March 29, 2023, call for rates.
It is a rare treat for Cunard to add a new ship to its small but Roundtrip Southampton
distinguished fleet. So, we’re not surprised to see space is filling Queen Victoria® | August 20, 2023 Departing December 17, 2022, the reimagined Star Legend
quickly for Queen Anne’s inaugural season, beginning January explores the warm coastlines and jungles of Mexico, Guatemala, MEDITERRANEAN
2024. Be part of history as the newest queen turns heads across • Hosted Voyage with VIP Shore Event in Belfast Honduras, and Belize on a ten-day, roundtrip voyage from 8-Day Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast
Europe—and yes, she'll be stunning. Adam D. Tihany, widely Fares From $2,375 pp (Inside Stateroom) Miami. Keep your eyes open for crocodiles, flamingos, iguanas Venice to Rome
regarded as one of the world's most influential designers, is the TRANSATLANTIC and pelicans near the shores of the Sian Ka´an Biosphere Reserve Wind Surf | April 30, May 8, June 9, July 15, August 22,
Creative Director for the ship's interior design. Creative design near Costa Maya. Snorkel with vibrant tropical fish in the September 27, October 15 & 23, 2023
also goes into the itineraries, with more than 30 unique ports 7-Day Westbound Transatlantic DEPARTING SOON! protected island waters of Roatan. • $200 Shipboard Credit per stateroom, May 8 & October 23
included in Queen Anne’s maiden season. In each new port Southampton to New York Fares From $3,799 pp (Category B, October 23, 2023)
that Queen Anne visits, the ship’s Captain and local Harbor Queen Mary 2® | November 13, 2022 White sails aloft, you can skim the shores of Italy, Croatia and
Master will exchange plaques as part of a seafaring tradition. Fares From $1,049 pp (Inside Stateroom) Montenegro next year on the world’s largest sailing ship, Wind
Also worth noting: Queen Anne’s first Captain, Inger Klein Surf. Choose a spring, summer, or fall departure for the 8-Day
Thorhauge, is Cunard’s first female captain—although not new See Terms & Conditions, page 35. Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast voyage between Venice and See Terms & Conditions, page 35.
to this prestigious role. She has already traveled the world many Rome. Visit small ports such as Rovinj and anchor in the heart
times over as captain of Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth®. of Old Town Dubrovnik—off limits to larger ships.
We hope you get the chance to join her!
If you have questions about venturing out on a small ship, don’t
hesitate to contact us. We have extensive first-person experience
and are happy to answer your questions.

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