Piracy threat prompts dark sail for cruise ship in Philippine waters

Passengers aboard a luxury cruise liner were plunged into an eerie cloak of darkness recently as the ship navigated through a stretch of water in the southern Philippines notorious for piracy. Crew members on the Cunard-operated vessel Queen Anne instructed guests to turn off unnecessary lights, draw their curtains, and remain vigilant as the ship … Read more

Cruise ship issues warning before entering waters ‘known for piracy’

UNDATED (WKRC) – A cruise ship issued a warning before entering waters “known for piracy.” A TikToker uploaded video that captured the warning as it was announced over the ship’s PA system on March 13. The video, which was taken aboard a Cunard Cruise Line ship, went viral on TikTok, amassing nearly 9 million views. … Read more

Cruise Urges Passengers To Turn Off Lights While Traveling Through Pirate-Infested Waters

While pirates might live in our collective imagination as relics of the 18th century, they still roam certain hotspots and attack massive ships with small dinghies and skiffs. To deter pirate attacks on Queen Anne’s maiden around-the-world voyage, Cunard Line advised passengers last week to turn off their room’s lights and shut the curtains at … Read more

Cunard’s Queen Anne Arrives in New York: North American Debut & Luxury Cruise Highlights

Archyde Home » Cruise​ News » Cunard’s Queen Anne Arrives in New York Sunday, January 19, 2025 Today, Cunard’s latest masterpiece, Queen Anne, gracefully sailed into New York City, marking its North American debut. This monumental event highlights​ the first⁢ addition to Cunard’s fleet in over a decade, showcasing 14 decks of⁤ opulent design, 15 … Read more