Cunard extends pause in operation
Cunard has cancelled more cruises on Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth, which now won’t resume sailing until next summer.
The cancellations affect Queen Mary 2 voyages up to and including 28 May and Queen Elizabeth voyages up to and including 4 June.
Departures on Queen Victoria remain unaffected and are scheduled to resume on 17 May.
Guests who have had their voyage cancelled will automatically receive a 125% Future Cruise Credit, providing an additional 25% on any money paid to redeem against a future voyage.
The credit can be used on any new booking made by the end of December 2021 and on any voyage available at the time of booking.
Voyages are currently available through to early 2023.
Guests preferring a refund should complete the form on Cunard.com.
Cunard President Simon Palethorpe said: "Our extension to the pause in operations is the result of the ongoing restrictions on cruising in the UK and around the world, and recognizes the significant lead times to return to service once those restrictions are lifted.
"We are extremely sorry for the disappointment we know this will cause. We know how much careful consideration goes into planning a holiday and apologize that our guests now have to wait a little longer to travel once again with Cunard."
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