Queen Mary 2: 21-Night Cruise from Southampton - December 12, 2026

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore New York, New York, from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Strolling across the Brooklyn Bridge provides breathtaking views of Manhattan, the East River, and the Statue of Liberty.

The Queen Mary 2 will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Road Town, Tortola, B.V.I.. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Cane Garden Bay is one of Tortola's most beloved beaches, known for its curved shoreline, calm water, and laid back atmosphere.

Your ship arrives in Philipsburg, St. Maarten at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Many visitors choose to explore independently due to the convenient layout and walkable areas.

You'll have 11 hours hours to explore Bridgetown, Barbados, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. For a glimpse of everyday life, visit Cheapside Market where locals shop for fruit, spices, and prepared foods.

The Queen Mary 2 will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into St. Lucia, Caribbean. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. The Pitons are St. Lucia's most iconic landmarks, rising steeply from the sea along the island's western coast.

Your ship arrives in Dominica, Caribbean at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. These twin waterfalls are among Dominica's most famous sights and are easy to reach on a shore excursion.

You'll have 11 hours hours to explore Port of Basseterre, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Walking through downtown Basseterre reveals colorful colonial buildings, the central Circus Square, and a variety of local shops and cafés.

Your cruise ends in New York, New York, where the Queen Mary 2 is scheduled to dock at 6:30 AM. With over 2,000 passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a one to two hour window - once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist lets you walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Strolling across the Brooklyn Bridge provides breathtaking views of Manhattan, the East River, and the Statue of Liberty.