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CunardQueen Mary 2

Queen Mary 2
December 15, 2028

28-Night Transatlantic Crossing & Caribbean Celebration aboard Queen Mary 2 · Departing December 15, 2028 from the Port of Southampton, England.

// AT A GLANCE

This 28-night cruise aboard the Queen Mary 2 departs from Southampton (London), England on Friday, December 15, 2028 and returns on Friday, Jan 12th. December weather across this route averages 75°/48°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 71% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Fri → Fri

Southampton

departure port

England

port stops

Crossing

sea days

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING

@chrisandjen

@the_garcias

@rachel_w

@LisaB

@stowaway_b

@mike_t

@TravelDadMike

// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 03 · ITINERARY

28 Night Transatlantic Crossing & Caribbean Celebration (Southampton Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 15, 2028

The Queen Mary 2 sails on December 15, 2028 for a 28 Night Transatlantic Crossing & Caribbean Celebration (Southampton Roundtrip) (Southampton (London) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at N/A and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Jan 12th at N/A. During the 29-day journey, the Queen Mary 2 will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 20 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

Queen Mary 2

DECEMBER 15, 2028

29 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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28 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · SOUTHAMPTON (LONDON)

// 04 · PORTS

28 Night Transatlantic Crossing & Caribbean Celebration (Southampton Roundtrip) Port List

Queen Mary 2·December 15, 2028

DAY

EMBARKATION

FRIDAY·DEC 15

Southampton (London)

England

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST

40°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

New York, New York — Day 8 of Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 7

FRIDAY·DEC 15

New York

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

New York, New York, offers docking at Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Statue of Liberty and Central Park. Excursions include Broadway shows. Local markets sell bagels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Hudson River vistas. Dining onboard includes pastrami sandwiches, a New York favorite. Souvenirs, like I ❤️ NY crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lenape history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New York’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and cultural experiences, making New York an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST

36°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 12 of Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 11

FRIDAY·DEC 15

Tortola

British Virgin Islands

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

79°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 13 of Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 12

FRIDAY·DEC 15

Basseterre

St. Kitts

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

80°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Castries, St. Lucia — Day 14 of Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 13

FRIDAY·DEC 15

Castries

St. Lucia

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

81°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Bridgetown, Barbados — Day 15 of Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 14

FRIDAY·DEC 15

Bridgetown

Barbados

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

81°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 17 of Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 16

FRIDAY·DEC 15

Philipsburg

St. Maarten

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

79°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

New York, New York — Day 21 of Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 20

FRIDAY·DEC 15

New York

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

Returning to New York — see Day 8 above for port info.

DECEMBER FORECAST

36°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Southampton (London), England — Day 29 of Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

FRIDAY·DEC 15

Southampton (London)

England

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

Returning to Southampton (London) — see Day 1 above for port info.

DECEMBER FORECAST

40°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

28 Night Transatlantic Crossing & Caribbean Celebration (Southampton Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Queen Mary 2·December 15, 2028

DEC FORECAST · SOUTHAMPTON (LONDON)

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

40°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

57°

AVG LOW

23°

AVG RAINFALL

3.3"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT SOUTHAMPTON (LONDON)

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Queen Mary 2 December 15, 2028 Excursions

Queen Mary 2·December 15, 2028

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT

EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.

See all Southampton excursions

// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

28 Night Transatlantic Crossing & Caribbean Celebration (Southampton Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE

MODERATE TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 71% of all cruises

7.1/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

// HOW WE SCORE

Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0

Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.

6.5 – 7.9

Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.

5.0 – 6.4

Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.

0 – 4.9

High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.

REFRESHED MONTHLY

// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN07 PORTS

01

Southampton (London) 🌍

England · England, United KingdomSAFE

Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

New York 🇺🇸

New York · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas and follow standard precautions to enhance safety while enjoying the city's attractions.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Basseterre 🌍

St. Kitts · St Kitts And NevisMODERATE

Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

05

Castries 🌍

St. Lucia · St LuciaMODERATE

Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

06

Bridgetown 🇧🇧

Barbados · BarbadosMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

07

Philipsburg 🌍

St. Maarten · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Queen Mary 2 Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCUNARD

CUNARD · GRILL AND BRITANNIA

CHRISTENED

2003

STATEROOMS

TONNAGE

149,215GT

35.6% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 110,055 GT

YEAR BUILT

2003

4 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2007

LENGTH

1,132ft

10.9% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,020 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

2,691cruisers

17.8% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,284 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Queen Mary 2 has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 149,215 gross tons. The ship measures 1,132 feet in length. Queen Mary 2 is included in Cunard's Grill and Britannia class. At full capacity, the Queen Mary 2 holds 2,691 passengers. That includes 1,399 cruise vacationers and 1,292 staff members. The Queen Mary 2 total number of staterooms is 0.