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Cunard’s flagship, Queen Mary 2, has completed her first-ever transit of the Panama Canal, marking a significant milestone during her 2026 World Voyage.
Guests sailing on the 108-night world cruise witnessed a rare and memorable moment as Queen Mary 2 entered the canal’s newer set of locks on Saturday 24 January. Following an overnight stay at the Cocoli Mooring Station, the ship continued her journey the next day, passing beneath the Bridge of the Americas on Sunday 25 January.
After completing the transit, Queen Mary 2 will enjoy an overnight call in Fuerte Amador, Panama, before visiting Manzanillo, Mexico. She is scheduled to arrive in Los Angeles on 2 February, marking a highly anticipated return to Southern California after 17 years. During her stay, the ship will also reunite with her legendary namesake, The Queen Mary, for the first time in 20 years.
Queen Mary 2 will continue her world voyage before returning to Southampton on 30 April 2026.
Cunard has confirmed that further Panama Canal transits are planned across the fleet in 2026 and 2027, giving guests additional opportunities to experience this remarkable engineering achievement.
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Following a second summer season in Alaska, Queen Elizabeth will begin a 21-night voyage from Seattle to Miami, featuring a Panama Canal transit as part of the journey.
• Queen Anne – 22 January 2027 (H704B)
Queen Anne will transit the Panama Canal during her 56-night South America Discovery itinerary, visiting more than 20 destinations across South and Central America.
• Queen Victoria – 10 January 2027 (V703C)
Queen Victoria’s World Voyage will depart from Southampton, visiting over 30 ports of call. The itinerary includes a Panama Canal transit following visits to New York and Aruba.
