Thursday, September 16, 2010

Escape Break: Celebrations of 170 Years of Iconic Cunarders


170 Years of Iconic Cunarders

Cunard celebrated its 170th Anniversary Celebration on July 4, 2010. 170 years ago, BRITANNIA departed Liverpool on Cunard's first Transatlantic Crossing. Since then, over 200 ships have been apart of the Cunard family.

TIMELINE

1840 - Pioneer of transatlantic

1862 - China became the first Cunarder to use modern screw propellers

1874 - Bothnia had the novelty of a library at sea

1903 - Lucania had proper refrigeration onboard as well as wireless telegraph

1911 - Franconia introduced a gymnasium

Cunard has continued its excellence in innovation and catering to its clients. Guests can enjoy Royal Nights with the classic elegance of the Cunard Ball. The Queen Elizabeth Theatre Company boasts its theatrical entertainment at sea with 29 singers, dancers, actors and musicians within the spectacular setting of the Royal Court Theatre.

Board a luxury Cunard ship today and sail to amazing and exotic destinations around the globe!

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