Cunard’s latest addition to its cruising fleet, Queen Anne, is due to anchor offshore at Airlie Beach next Wednesday 5 March.
Launched in May 2024, the magnificent modern ship completed sea trials and shorter journeys before embarking on her inaugural world cruise on 9 January 2025 from Southampton carrying just over 2,600 passengers.
Onboard from Southampton to Sydney were Whitsunday locals Dr Julia and Richard Evans presenting their creative writing program.
“We had the absolute privilege of meeting many international guests and gaining new friends,” Julia said. “Many cruise extensively and they attest that Cunard Queen Anne is a five star experience.”
“As Whitsunday locals we were sought out to share with guests what to do to maximise their day in our wonderful region,” said Julia, who also coordinates operations for the Whitsunday Chamber of Commerce.
While onboard, Julia and Richard Evans presented their creative writing program with over 1,700 guests attending the 16 interactive workshops.
“Our sessions attracted enthusiastic writers with amazing stories to share,” said Richard. “Many have kicked-started creative projects onboard and we look forward to continuing to support their writing journey online.”
Queen Anne’s inaugural world cruise has already visited New York after a challenging North Atlantic crossing, Miami, Columbia, the engineering wonder of the Panama Canal, Guatemala, Mexico, San Francisco, Hawaii, Samoa, Tonga, New Zealand before arriving in Sydney.
Queen Anne, captained by Inger Klein Thorhauge, Cunard’s first female captain will continue its world cruise for another 107 days heading north to Hong Kong then south to South Africa visiting many countries before rounding the cape and cruising back to Southampton stopping off at various locations.
Dr Julia and Richard Evans with Cunard’s first female captain Inger Klein Thorhauge. Photo supplied
Publishers Indemnity. Any individual or entity that places advertising, supplies copy material, or submits editorial content to Core Life Publishing agrees and undertakes to ensure that all such material:- Does not infringe upon any copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights;- Is free from any content that could be considered defamatory, libelous, or slanderous;- Does not infringe upon any rights related to privacy or breach of confidence;- Contains no obscene, indecent, or otherwise unlawful material;- Complies fully with the Trade Practices Act and all other applicable laws, regulations, or statutes.Furthermore, by submitting or placing such material, these individuals or entities agree to indemnify and hold harmless the publisher, Core Publishing and Events Pty Ltd, and/or its agents from and against any and all investigations, claims, demands, liabilities, damages, costs, or judgments arising out of or in connection with the material provided. All material is believed to be accurate at the time of printing and remains the copyright of Core Publishing and Events Pty Ltd.
© 2024 Mackay and Whitsunday Life Pty Ltd.
