Cunard Adds New Voyages to Barbados in 2025 and 2026

Cunard plans to increase its visits to Barbados in 2025 and 2026, adding thirteen new sailings, as per a recent press release.
These additional voyages will become available for booking starting at 1 pm on March 7, 2024, complementing the six sailings already open for booking from late 2024 to 2026.
The Queen Elizabeth is scheduled to make nine trips to Barbados during 2025 and 2026, departing from Miami. Notably, its visit to Bridgetown in October 2025 for a 12-night Eastern Caribbean voyage marks its first visit to Barbados since November 2015.

Meanwhile, the Queen Mary 2 will visit the island six times between November 2024 and December 2026, departing from Southampton, UK, and New York. Additionally, the Queen Victoria is set to visit Barbados three times in 2025 and 2026, as part of its Caribbean voyages sailing from Southampton.
Expressing excitement about the increased visits, Cunard President Katie McAlister stated, “Barbados is one of the most beautiful destinations in the world and we are thrilled to announce that we are significantly increasing the number of times our guests will be able to explore the breath-taking shores of this gorgeous island in the coming years. We are proud pioneers of luxury ocean travel and there are few experiences more luxurious than sailing to the charming port of Bridgetown to sample a unique slice of Caribbean culture.”
Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley, extended a warm welcome to Cunard’s return, noting the iconic luxury travel brand’s shared commitment to hospitality excellence. “Barbados warmly welcomes the return of Cunard, a truly iconic name in the world of luxury travel. The partnership between Cunard and Barbados reflects a shared commitment to excellence in hospitality and creating unforgettable holiday memories that showcase an authentic Caribbean experience. We look forward to hosting Cunard’s guests and, with our local charm, cuisine, and coastline, showing why a visit to Barbados will always be special.”