Cunard is to undertake a major refurbishment project on the ‘Queen Elizabeth’ next year.
This will pave the way for her inaugural Caribbean programme sailing from Miami and her debut Alaska season from Seattle in 2025.
The 2,000 pax ship will undergo a significant refit from 25th February to 13th March, 2025, at Seatrium’s Admiralty Yard in Singapore.
For the first time in Cunard’s history, a cruise ship will spend the full season in Miami from where ‘Queen Elizabeth’ will offer a dedicated programme of round trip Caribbean voyages with itineraries ranging from nine to 28 nights.
Her transformation will feature refreshed interiors and exteriors designed to capture both tranquility and vibrancy. Spaces, such as the Commodore Club, Queens Room, Panorama Pool Club, Garden Lounge and The Pavilion will be revitalised.
As part of ‘Queen Elizabeth’s transformation, the Grills experience- a hallmark of Cunard’s luxury offering – will be elevated to new heights. Guests staying in the exclusive Grills suites will enjoy enhanced interiors and exterior.
The Grills dining experience will also be enhanced by a special menu crafted exclusively for Grills guests by Michelin-starred chef, Michel Roux.
Roux said: “Crafting exclusive new menus for Cunard’s Grills guests is an extraordinary privilege. This project allows me to blend my passion for fine dining with the timeless elegance and sophistication that define the Cunard Grills experience.
“Each dish is carefully created to celebrate the finest ingredients, ensuring every meal is as special as the voyage itself. I’m incredibly fond of my partnership with Cunard and I’m really excited to continue this luxury collaboration in 2025,” he said.
Another standout feature of the refurbishment is the introduction of The Pavilion Wellness Café which debuted earlier this year on Cunard’s latest ship, ‘Queen Anne’.
This wellness-focused venue will serve breakfast, lunch and daytime dining with a menu celebrating plant-based cuisine alongside sustainably sourced meat, fish and dairy products.
Guests can also enjoy the Harper’s Bazaar Wellness at Sea programme, first seen on ‘Queen Anne’. This programme offers three-day packages tailored to relaxation, energy restoration or recovery, providing a rejuvenating journey at sea.
Katie McAlister, Cunard President, said: “As ‘Queen Elizabeth’ prepares for her highly anticipated debut seasons in the Caribbean from Miami and Alaska from Seattle, this transformation marks an exciting new chapter for Cunard.
“Inspired by the beauty of these extraordinary destinations, the ship’s revitalisation will seamlessly blend timeless elegance with modern comforts, creating an unparalleled guest experience.
“We are especially excited to introduce the exclusive Gala Evening menu, crafted by Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux. This remarkable addition will elevate the Grills dining experience to even greater heights, and we can’t wait for our guests to experience it,” she said.
