Want to holiday with Claire Balding or Ross Kemp? There’s a cruise for that

Cunard is rolling out its most expansive Insight Speaker program yet, elevating its renowned enrichment offerings for 2024 across the luxury cruise line.

With a roster of over 430 distinguished experts set to grace the stages of the Cunard fleet, this year’s lineup surpasses previous records, amplifying the intellectual and entertainment experiences for guests at sea.

Cunard celebrity speakers

The Cunard Insights enrichment program, celebrated for hosting acclaimed authors, explorers, filmmakers and various experts, will showcase more than 2,000 exclusive talks across the fleet, stimulating imaginations and fostering new perspectives.

The introduction of the new ship, Queen Anne [below], in addition to Queen Elizabeth’s immersive Alaska experience, promises an unparalleled journey enriched by remarkable speakers and educational insights.

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Queen Elizabeth celebrity speakers 2024

Queen Elizabeth [below, right] will immerse guests in the Alaskan landscape, featuring famous explorers and adventurers sharing their extraordinary experiences, along with Alaska Native Voices offering cultural insights.

How to cruise with Ross Kemp

Notably, investigative journalist Ross Kemp [below, left] will address audiences onboard Queen Elizabeth in September, recounting his ventures in Afghanistan, the Amazon and encounters with some of the world’s most dangerous gangs.

The season will also host the esteemed mountaineer Kenton Cool.

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Queen Anne celebrity speakers 2024

Meanwhile, Queen Anne’s inaugural season will traverse the Mediterranean, Scandinavia, the Canary Islands and the Norwegian Fjords, visiting over 60 unique destinations in 16 countries, including Europe’s enchanting ancient cities.

How to cruise with Clare Balding & Gregg Wallace

Guests aboard Queen Anne will have the privilege of hearing intimate stories from distinguished figures including MasterChef judge Gregg Wallace, historian Dan Snow MBE and beloved sports presenter Clare Balding, enriching their voyage with diverse perspectives and insights.

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What is Cunard?

Cunard is British luxury cruise line renowned for curating unforgettable global adventures. With a legacy spanning 183 years since its inception in 1840, Cunard stands as a trailblazer in transatlantic voyages.

The cruise line says that at the core of the Cunard experience lies a commitment to great dining, curated entertainment and top service, from opulent five-star dining options and personalised in-suite meals to impressive guest speaker sessions, extensive libraries and exclusive film screenings.

Spanning Europe, the Caribbean, the Far East, and Australia, Cunard’s destinations promise diverse and enriching experiences.

Presently, Cunard operates three iconic ships — Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Victoria — with the eagerly anticipated addition of Queen Anne scheduled to commence service in 2024.

This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in Cunard’s ambitious global vision, signifying the first time since 1999 that the cruise line will boast a quartet of ships concurrently in operation.

To book your Cunard cruise visit www.cunard.com.