On April 7, the iconic Queen Elizabeth cruise liner welcomed select members of the media aboard at Yokohama Port for an exclusive embarkation preview, marking the start of its nine-night voyage through Southern Japan. The ship set sail at 7:00 p.m., with press invited earlier in the day for an immersive introduction to the vessel’s updated offerings and itinerary.
The round-trip cruise, which returns to Yokohama on April 16, includes scheduled stops at Beppu, Busan, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, and Kochi. These port visits are interspersed with scenic days at sea, offering guests ample time to explore the ship’s refined onboard experiences.
During the preview event, cruise officials presented the Queen Elizabeth’s refurbished interiors, including enhancements to the Queens Room, the Commodore Club, the Garden Lounge, the Panorama Pool Club, and upgraded accommodations. Media guests were offered guided tours of key spaces, insights into guest programming, and opportunities to speak with senior crew members and hospitality staff.
The voyage forms part of Cunard’s 2025 Event Voyages series, which blends destination cruising with themed experiences focused on the culinary arts, literature, and cultural enrichment. This sailing promises not only a tour of southern Japan’s famed onsen towns and historic port cities but also refined entertainment, dining, and leisure programming at sea.
For passengers, the journey is designed to highlight both the elegance of luxury cruising and the distinctive charm of regional Japan and South Korea. With its blend of modern sophistication and British maritime tradition, the Queen Elizabeth continues to serve as a flagship for Cunard’s evolving vision of contemporary ocean travel.
Further Information
Cunard Line Official Website: https://www.cunard.com
2025 Cunard Event Voyages Program: https://www.sovereigncruise.co.uk/blog/cunard-reveal-their-2025-event-voyages-programme
Queen Elizabeth Ship Details and Refurbishments: https://latecruisenews.com/2025/03/12/singapore-japan-alaska-and-the-caribbean-await-queen-elizabeths-grand-refurbishment-as-cunard-prepares-for-an-unmatched-2025-cruise-experience/
Southern Japan Tourism Guide: https://www.japan.travel/en/destinations/kyushu/southern-kyushu/
Busan Port Travel Information: https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/ATR/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=264248
Luxury Cruise Travel Trends in Asia: https://www.cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/26926-asia-emerges-as-a-key-market-for-luxury-cruise-growth.html
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