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Cunard Invites Travelers to Win an Experience On Queen Mary 2's Historic 450th Transatlantic Crossing

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Cunard (NYSE:CCL) has launched a sweepstakes for travelers to win a voyage on Queen Mary 2's 450th Transatlantic Crossing from Southampton to New York, November 10-17, 2026. The prize includes crossings for two, flights, hotel in Southampton, and port transfers.

Entries are open until July 31, 2026 via cunardcrossinggiveaway.com, with optional bonus entries. The promotion coincides with Queen Mary 2's participation in Sail4th 250 in New York Harbor, celebrating America's 250th anniversary and Cunard's long transatlantic heritage.

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News Market Reaction – CCL

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+3.04% News Effect

On the day this news was published, CCL gained 3.04%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.

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This announcement centers on a Cunard sweepstakes tied to Queen Mary 2’s historic 450th Transatlanti...
Analysis

This announcement centers on a Cunard sweepstakes tied to Queen Mary 2’s historic 450th Transatlantic Crossing and America’s 250th anniversary, reinforcing Carnival’s focus on heritage-driven, experiential offerings. In recent months, similarly themed operational and product updates have often coincided with modestly positive price reactions. Investors may watch how such branding efforts translate into bookings and pricing power, while also tracking broader fleet initiatives and regulatory disclosures to assess longer-term demand trends and capital allocation priorities.

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Transatlantic Crossing Count: 450th crossing US Anniversary: 250th anniversary Sweepstakes window end: July 31, 2026 +5 more
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Transatlantic Crossing Count 450th crossing Queen Mary 2 historic Transatlantic voyage milestone
US Anniversary 250th anniversary America’s 250th anniversary celebrated with Sail4th 250
Sweepstakes window end July 31, 2026 Last date to enter Cunard crossing sweepstakes
Voyage dates November 10-17, 2026 Scheduled dates for the 450th Transatlantic Crossing
First crossing year 1840 RMS Britannia’s first scheduled transatlantic service
Historical span 186 years Cunard’s history of Atlantic crossings referenced in quote
Immigrant share one in five Estimated share of immigrants arriving on Cunard ships (1840-1923)
Fleet size four ships Current Cunard fleet including Queen Anne, Elizabeth, Mary 2, Victoria

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jun 09 (Positive)
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Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Jun 09 Casino tech rollout Positive +2.7% Deployed SYNKROS casino management system across all Carnival Cruise Line ships.
Jun 04 Ship refurbishment Positive +2.5% Seabourn Quest completed major drydock with upgraded spaces and experience.
Jun 02 Itinerary expansion Positive +0.5% Princess announced largest-ever 2028 Europe season with extensive itineraries.
Jun 02 Retail partnership Positive +0.5% Starboard expanded to manage retail on eight additional Princess ships.
Jun 01 LNG bunkering milestone Positive -2.0% First LNG bunkering in Latin America & Western Caribbean for Carnival Jubilee.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent brand and operational news has typically produced modest, mostly positive price reactions, with one notable negative divergence.

Recent Company History

Over the past weeks, CCL has issued a series of operational and brand-enhancing announcements. Deploying the SYNKROS casino system across 29 ships and Seabourn Quest’s major refurbishment each coincided with gains of 2.72% and 2.5%. Expansion of Princess Cruises’ 2028 Europe season and a broader retail partnership also saw mild positive moves. An LNG bunkering milestone on Jun 1 drew a -1.96% reaction. Today’s sweepstakes-driven milestone crossing news fits the pattern of marketing and product-experience updates that investors have often greeted constructively.

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As Cunard celebrates America's 250th anniversary, travelers can enter for a chance to sail aboard the world's only ocean liner for an incredible milestone crossing

VALENCIA, Calif., June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As Queen Mary 2 prepares to join Sail4th 250 this July – celebrating America's 250th anniversary in New York Harbor – Cunard is inviting travelers to become part of its next historic milestone at sea. The British luxury cruise brand has launched a sweepstakes* to celebrate Queen Mary 2's historic 450th Transatlantic Crossing this November – a voyage that continues Cunard's enduring legacy of connecting the United Kingdom and the United States through ocean travel.

Queen Mary 2 is the world’s only active ocean liner with regularly scheduled transatlantic crossings between New York and Southampton, UK.

Now through July 31, 2026, guests can enter for the chance to join the highly anticipated crossing, sailing from Southampton to New York from November 10-17, 2026. The prize winner and a guest will not only experience the rebirth of the golden age of ocean travel, but also receive flights, hotel accommodations in Southampton, and transportation to and from the port.

A Rich Heritage of Transatlantic Ocean Travel

The announcement comes during another defining moment for Cunard with July 4 marking the anniversary of the cruise line's very first crossing, when RMS Britannia departed Liverpool for Boston in 1840. This voyage launched the world's first regularly scheduled transatlantic steamship service and forever transformed global travel, trade and communication. Nearly two centuries later, Cunard remains the only cruise line offering regularly scheduled Transatlantic Crossings aboard the world's only ocean liner, Queen Mary 2.

"Transatlantic travel is the foundation of Cunard's rich heritage and remains one of the most iconic experiences in luxury travel today," said Liz Fettes, Senior Vice President, Commercial, North America and Australasia at Cunard. "As we prepare to participate in America's 250th anniversary celebration, it feels especially meaningful to also celebrate Queen Mary 2's upcoming 450th crossing. This milestone is a testament to the 186 years of history, connection and unforgettable voyages across the Atlantic."

Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary

On July 4, 2026, New York Harbor will come alive for Sail4th 250, celebrating America's 250th anniversary with the largest international flotilla of tall ships and naval vessels ever assembled. Queen Mary 2 and her guests will enjoy a front-row seat to the festivities, honoring Cunard's rich connection to U.S. history – with an estimated one in five immigrants traveling to the U.S. aboard Cunard steamships between 1840 and 1923. Today, Cunard's legacy of refined, elegant ocean travel lives on with a fleet of four ships sailing around the world, including its newest ship Queen Anne, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mary 2 and Queen Victoria.

The sweepstakes is open now through July 31, 2026. To enter and view official rules, visit www.cunardcrossinggiveaway.com and complete the registration form to receive one entry. After submitting their initial entry, participants can also earn one bonus entry by either uploading their favorite photo from a past Cunard voyage or by participating in a poll sharing what they most look forward to experiencing on their first Cunard voyage.

For more information about Cunard or to book a voyage, guests can contact their travel advisor, call Cunard at 1-800-728-6273 or visit www.cunard.com.

Travel Advisors interested in further information can contact their Business Development Manager, visit OneSourceCruises.com, or call Cunard at 1-800-528-6273. 

*For full terms and conditions, please visit www.cunardcrossinggiveaway.com

About Cunard  
Cunard is a luxury British cruise line, renowned for creating unforgettable experiences around the world. Cunard has been a leading operator of passenger ships since 1840.  

The Cunard experience is built on fine dining, hand-selected entertainment, and outstanding White Star service. From a partnership with a two-Michelin starred chef, to inspiring guest speakers, to world class theatre productions, every detail has been meticulously crafted to make the experience unforgettable. A pioneer in transatlantic journeys and round world voyages, destinations sailed to also include Europe, the Caribbean, Alaska, the Far East and Australia. 

There are currently four Cunard ships, Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria and new ship, Queen Anne, which entered service in May 2024. Cunard is based at Carnival House in Southampton, UK and is part of Carnival Corporation, the world's largest cruise company with a portfolio of cruise lines operating in over 800 ports & destinations worldwide. (NYSE: CCL). 

Photography  

Photos are available in our image library, Asset Bank: https://cunard.assetbank-server.com/  

Please note, once directed to the page you will need to "Register for an account." Your request may take up to 24 hours for approval to access the library of assets. You will be notified via email to complete your registration.  

Social Media  
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Twitter: www.twitter.com/cunardline  
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FAQ

What is Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 450th Transatlantic Crossing sweepstakes for 2026 (NYSE:CCL)?

The sweepstakes offers a chance to win a voyage on Queen Mary 2’s historic 450th Transatlantic Crossing. According to Cunard, the November 10-17, 2026 sailing runs from Southampton to New York, celebrating the line’s long transatlantic heritage and connection between the UK and US.

How can travelers enter the Cunard (CCL) Queen Mary 2 450th crossing sweepstakes and what is the deadline?

Travelers can enter by registering at www.cunardcrossinggiveaway.com and completing the entry form. According to Cunard, entries are open now through July 31, 2026, with participants able to earn one bonus entry via a photo upload or preference poll.

What does the prize include for Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 450th Transatlantic Crossing from November 10-17, 2026?

The prize includes a transatlantic voyage for the winner and a guest on Queen Mary 2. According to Cunard, it also covers flights, hotel accommodations in Southampton, and transportation to and from the port for the historic November 10-17, 2026 crossing.

How can participants earn a bonus entry in the Cunard (NYSE:CCL) Queen Mary 2 450th crossing sweepstakes?

Participants can earn one bonus entry after submitting their initial registration on cunardcrossinggiveaway.com. According to Cunard, they do this either by uploading a favorite photo from a past Cunard voyage or by completing a poll about future voyage preferences.

How is Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 involved in Sail4th 250 and America’s 250th anniversary in 2026?

Queen Mary 2 will join Sail4th 250 in New York Harbor on July 4, 2026. According to Cunard, the ship and guests will have a front-row view of the large flotilla celebrating America’s 250th anniversary and Cunard’s historic ties to US immigration and travel.

How can travel advisors get more information about Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 450th Transatlantic Crossing and related bookings?

Travel advisors can contact their Cunard Business Development Manager or use dedicated support channels. According to Cunard, advisors may visit OneSourceCruises.com or call 1-800-528-6273 for booking support, voyage details, and further information on Cunard sailings.