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Cunard Offering Free Seat on Queen Mary 2's Historic 450th Transatlantic Crossing

Image: Queen Mary 2 is the world’s only active ocean liner with regularly scheduled transatlantic crossings between New York and Southampton, UK. (Photo Credit: Cunard)
Image: Queen Mary 2 is the world’s only active ocean liner with regularly scheduled transatlantic crossings between New York and Southampton, UK. (Photo Credit: Cunard)
Patrick Clarke
by Patrick Clarke
Last updated: 9:50 AM ET, Fri June 12, 2026

Cunard is celebrating America's 250th anniversary and Queen Mary 2's historic 450th transatlantic crossing with a summer sweepstakes.

Now through July 31, 2026, travelers can enter for the chance to board the special sailing from Southampton to New York, from November 10-17, 2026.

The prize winner and a guest will also receive complimentary flights, hotel accommodations in Southampton, and transportation to and from the port.

Travelers can visit cunardcrossinggiveaway.com to complete the registration form to receive one entry. Afterward, sweepstakes participants can earn one bonus entry by either uploading their favorite photo from a past Cunard voyage or by chiming in on a poll sharing what they most look forward to experiencing on their first Cunard sailing.

"Transatlantic travel is the foundation of Cunard's rich heritage and remains one of the most iconic experiences in luxury travel today," Liz Fettes, Senior Vice President, Commercial, North America and Australasia at Cunard, said in a statement.

"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," added Fettes.

Before her milestone 450th transatlantic crossing in November, Queen Mary 2 will treat guests to a front-row seat to the Sail4th 250 festivities in New York Harbor on July 4.


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Patrick Clarke

Patrick Clarke

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A Maryland native and wanderer who has lived across the U.S. from North Carolina to SoCal, Patrick Clarke graduated from Towson University with a B.S. in journalism. He previously worked for Bleacher

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