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Transatlantic Europe Cruises

Our transatlantic cruises go sail to both seldom-visited and iconic European and American destinations, true hidden treasures that offerlike Athens, Barcelona, and Key West, where so much to dounique experiences and immersive shore excursions await. But it’ is also the journey that makes a transatlantic cruises so special, as you join centuries of nautical history and become very familiar with the sea. Gaze at the stars or watch the sun set over the horizon; you’ll feel like you have the ocean all to yourself on our perfectly sized ships. Unwind at the spa, or take in enriching entertainmentlive music, and enjoy carefully crafted culinary experiences aboard our perfectly-sized shipsthat deepens your understanding of the places you visit. Take a round-trip transatlantic cruise or go from one continent to the other and then explore on your own time. Welcome to the cruise of a lifetime.

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(Civitavecchia) Rome, Italy

Architectural treasures abound here, where the glory that is Rome spans more than two thousand years. Walk in the footsteps of emperors and saints. Make a wish at Trevi fountain. Climb the Spanish Steps and treat yourself to a gelato al limone.

(Cádiz) Seville, Spain

Over the centuries, Moorish and Spanish cultures have intermingled in Andalucía to spectacular effect. Explore the results in Seville Cathedral and the magnificent Alcazar. Then head to a wine cellar to sample the region’s legendary sherry.

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is a trove of architectural treasures. Explore the city’s exquisite landmarks, including the Tower of Belém, the Monument to the Discoveries, and the Jerónimos Monastery. Venture beyond to Sintra, dubbed “a glorious Eden” by Lord Byron.

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Start your transatlantic cruise in Fort Lauderdale. Relax and explore the city while gliding down the New River in a gondola. Take an airboat ride through the Everglades. Discover the chic cafés and galleries of Las Olas Boulevard.

Head East or West on Your Transatlantic Cruise

Journey West to the New World

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150th anniversary sailings.

Join us on anniversary cruises that commemorate the maiden voyage of the original Rotterdam I. We’ve re-created these historic sailings exactly 150 -years later with calls in Plymouth, United Kingdom, and New York City.

Transatlantic Cruise Onboard Experience

Your ship becomes a second home on transatlantic cruises. Relish in sumptuous staterooms and suites, and an immersive experience with engaging presentations and plenty of live music options. Live the good life on these incredible voyages.

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Nieuw Statendam

This modern ship fills every day with dramatic beauty. The second in the line of our Pinnacle-class ships, it draws inspiration from musical instruments. Enjoy many entertainment options, including the two-level World Stage.

Blissfully glide from continent to continent aboard Rotterdam, our newest ship. With exquisite dining, innovative entertainment, and luxurious staterooms and suites, Rotterdam is the soundtrack to your transatlantic discoveries.

A recent update with new bar, entertainment, and dining venues and completely reimagined staterooms makes Oosterdam an excellent choice for your transatlantic cruise. Find out why Oosterdam has won multiple “Best Ship” awards.

Self-Care on Sea Days

A transatlantic cruise means plenty of time for you to take care of you. Unwind with a massage, get a new hairstyle, or take a fitness class.

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Full Service Salon

Whether you want a new look for a night on the ship or just a simple touch-up, our professional and creative stylists can help.

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Pamper yourself with soothing heat. Warm up on a heated lounge chair, step into the sauna, and take a dip in the hydro pool.

Fitness Class

Keep it moving on leisurely sea days at our Fitness Center. Take an indoor cycling or yoga class. Or go at your own pace with cardio and weight machines.

Body Treatments

Treat yourself and nourish your body with stone-therapy, acupuncture, and solution focused messages.

Manicure Pedicure

Fresh nails are always a good idea. Get Gala-ready with manicures and pedicures.

Leave the stress behind with massages that use time-honored techniques from around the globe.

Men's Grooming Services

If you feel scruffy at sea, relax with a facial cleansing treatment, shave, manicure, or other men’s grooming service.

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Best transatlantic cruises for 2024 and 2025, plus tips and what to expect

A transatlantic cruise ranks high on many travelers' bucket lists, especially those who love the camaraderie and adventure of a voyage by ship. Today's roughly 4,000-nautical-mile transatlantic crossing is more akin to the pre-aviation "Grand Tour" wealthy Americans once enjoyed than the immigration journeys many of our European ancestors made from the 17th to early 20th centuries.

Leisurely and luxurious, a one-way sailing offers fine dining, wellness-oriented pampering, enlightening lectures, glamorous nightlife and plenty of time to relax. Transatlantic cruises are also a solution for travelers who prefer not to fly and a tempting option for cruise lovers seeking a longer itinerary at an affordable price.

Is a transatlantic cruise right for everyone? Not necessarily, especially for anyone prone to moderate to severe sea sickness. However, for those who love sea days — and many cruisers do — a crossing can offer an uninterrupted "floating resort" experience; plus, it provides the added bonus of delivering you to Europe or returning you home without a cramped transatlantic flight.

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Here's everything you need to know about cruising the Atlantic — plus a selection of the best transatlantic cruises you can book in 2024 and 2025.

Which cruise lines offer transatlantic crossings?

While Cunard Line is most famous for its weekly crossings between Southampton, England, and New York City — which sail from April to December on its ocean liner Queen Mary 2 — pretty much every major cruise line offers transatlantic crossings.

These generally occur in the spring (late March to early May) and fall (September to November). In the spring, ships are repositioned from the Caribbean to Europe, and in the fall, vessels sail from Europe to the U.S. to begin Canada-New England and Caribbean itineraries.

Also known as repositioning cruises , these sailings are usually longer than a traditional crossing and often include several port calls beyond the city of embarkation and disembarkation.

Even better, cruise fares for these itineraries are typically one-third to one-half the price of a cruise of the same length that visits a new port daily. This makes them a great deal for travelers looking to settle into shipboard life rather than just sightsee.

These types of transatlantic/repositioning itineraries are offered by Azamara, Carnival, Celebrity, Disney, Holland America, MSC, Norwegian, Oceania, Regent, Royal Caribbean, Princess, Seabourn, Sea Dream Yacht Club, Silversea, Star Clippers, Windstar, Viking and Virgin.

When is the best time of year for transatlantic cruises?

The best time to take a transatlantic cruise depends on what you're looking for: great weather, smooth seas, the best price or specific ports of call.

Generally speaking, May, June and July are recommended for warmer weather and gentler seas — before the Atlantic hurricane season peaks in August, September and October — although storms can arise any time of the year.

March, April and November — while not ideal due to cooler temperatures that can limit on-deck and poolside enjoyment — are a good option and a terrific value. This is especially true if the ship's route is a southerly one between Florida and the Mediterranean rather than between northern Europe and New York.

As noted above, the best prices are generally in spring and fall for repositioning cruises. These itineraries may also visit several appealing ports in the Mediterranean or Caribbean as well as call on the Azores, Madeira, Canary Islands, Iceland or Bermuda in the Atlantic.

Related: Why I was wrong about transatlantic cruises

How long does the crossing take?

It varies. The classic nonstop transatlantic itinerary aboard Queen Mary 2 is a seven-night voyage between New York and Southampton (and vice versa). On the other hand, transatlantic repositioning cruises generally range in length from 11 to 21 nights, with an average of 14 nights (seven or eight of them typically sea days).

Will the seas be rough?

It's up to Mother Nature. At times, the Atlantic can be smooth sailing, even in spring and fall. Yet unpredictable wind and water current patterns can create rough seas seemingly out of nowhere any time of year.

Captains can generally maneuver around storms — and try to do so whenever possible for the comfort of all onboard. Additionally, modern cruise ships are equipped with stabilizers that reduce a ship's rolling motion due to wind or waves.

However, if you're even slightly prone to seasickness, don't throw caution to the wind. You'll be better off on a larger ship (pick a midship cabin on a lower deck); also, be sure to pack medication, patches, bands or whatever works best for you. While it might seem counterintuitive, having a window or balcony actually helps offset seasickness since it offers fresh air and a horizon view. If you're concerned, opt for an ocean-view or balcony cabin over an inside one.

Which side of the ship is best for a transatlantic crossing?

It honestly doesn't make much difference whether you book a cabin on the port (left) or starboard (right) side of the ship since most daytime views will be of the ocean. However, if you're departing from a Mediterranean port, say Rome or Barcelona, for a southerly crossing, book a starboard cabin; this might offer a view of the Rock of Gibraltar if your ship transits between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic during daylight hours. For a U.S.-to-Europe eastward crossing, you'd want the opposite — a port-side cabin.

Similarly, if your crossing takes you from northern Europe on a northerly route to the U.S., and you want to be among the first to spot land (perhaps Greenland or Newfoundland), book a starboard cabin. If you are cruising into New York Harbor just before dawn and want to see the Statue of Liberty from your cabin, book on the port side.

More important for an Atlantic crossing location-wise is your cabin's deck number and whether the cabin is situated forward, midship or aft. Generally, the ship's movement through rough seas will feel less severe if your cabin is midship and on one of the lower or middle decks versus the top-most decks.

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Which ports do transatlantic cruises visit?

Where you embark and disembark will determine your route and the ports you potentially call on. Ships repositioning to or from the Baltic Sea and the British Isles generally take a northerly route. Vessels sailing from the Mediterranean cross on a more southerly route, especially if they are repositioning to or from a winter home port in Florida.

On a northerly crossing, you can expect to embark in a port such as Copenhagen; Rotterdam, Netherlands; Southampton or New York. Depending on the length of the cruise, expect to call on ports in Ireland (Dublin or Cork), Iceland (Reykjavik), Greenland (Qaqortoq or Nuuk), Atlantic Canada (St. John's in Newfoundland, or Sydney or Halifax in Nova Scotia) and Bermuda (King's Wharf).

On a southerly crossing between Barcelona or Rome in the Mediterranean and Miami or Fort Lauderdale, typical ports of call include Madeira; Grand Canary or Tenerife in the Canary Islands; Ponta Delgada in the Azores; and one or two islands in the Caribbean, such as St. Maarten or Puerto Rico.

Is it better to book an eastbound or westbound cruise?

Which direction you book really depends on whether you're aboard for the experience or you're using the crossing as a substitute for a flight to reach the other side of the ocean. Below are a few factors to keep in mind.

Aside from Queen Mary 2 crossings, westbound transatlantic repositioning cruises (from Europe to the U.S.) take place in the fall during the Atlantic hurricane season; some are also scheduled for mid-to-late November when storm formation has generally diminished. Eastbound cruises (from the U.S. to Europe) happen in spring, a season also often known for periods of gray skies and rain.

When considering westbound versus eastbound crossings, factor in the time change. While a transatlantic cruise is a terrific way to avoid the jet lag caused by flying across multiple time zones in a single day, you will be subject to almost daily reminders to reset your clock.

On westbound cruises, you'll have to set your clock back at night, thus gaining an extra hour of sleep on most days. On eastbound cruises, you'll set it ahead an hour and lose an hour of leisure time or sleep.

Another factor to keep in mind is that unless you plan to return home on another transatlantic cruise, you'll also need to book a one-way flight. Before committing to a specific eastbound or westbound itinerary, always check your flight options. One-way tickets are sometimes more expensive than round-trip fares.

Best transatlantic cruises for 2024 and 2025

There are dozens of opportunities to cross the Atlantic by cruise ship, but here are some of the best itineraries available in the next two years.

Cunard's Queen Mary 2

• Transatlantic crossings: May to December 2024 and 2025

There's nothing quite like it. Cunard 's weekly transatlantic crossing between New York and Southampton aboard the 2,691-guest Queen Mary 2 celebrates the grand age of ocean liners with a level of pomp and ceremony that appeals to Cunard loyalists, bucket-listers and memory-making couples or families celebrating a milestone anniversary or birthday.

These eight-night eastbound and six-night westbound voyages are all about the sea. There are interludes of culinary enjoyment and evening entertainment designed for travelers who appreciate formality and glamour.

A typical day might include time in the library perusing the largest book collection at sea, getting an illuminating astronomy lesson in the onboard planetarium and enjoying traditional afternoon tea.

The evening lineup generally starts with a multicourse dinner (same table and same waiter nightly) followed by a Broadway-inspired show, an abridged Shakespeare play or even a magic act. The ship is also famous for its Gala Evenings, capped off with Champagne sipping and dancing to a live orchestra. Yes, pack those ballgowns and tuxes.

Cruise fares start at $1,129 per person for an inside cabin and $1,619 per person for a balcony room.

Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady

• 16-night Rome to Miami: Nov. 28-Dec. 14, 2024
• 15-night Miami to Casablanca and Barcelona cruises: May 3-18, 2025

Virgin Voyages ' 2,770-guest Scarlet Lady has an onboard ambience that rivals a youthful beach club. Passengers and crew will keep the party going day and night this fall on a 16-night Rome to Miami transatlantic sailing. The sailing has calls on Barcelona and Malaga in Spain; Funchal on the island of Madeira; and Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the Canary Islands.

Or, party in reverse on the ship's 15-night Miami to Casablanca and Barcelona crossing in May 2025. It stops in Grand Canary and Santa Cruz de Tenerife; Casablanca, Morocco; and Barcelona.

The ship's 20 excellent dining venues, cutting-edge entertainment (campy and a bit naughty — think Drag Queen Bingo), impressive lineup of wellness classes (from yoga at sunrise to On-the-Upswing Bungee aerobics) and fun activities ('90s Boy Band Dance Class, anyone?) provide plenty of ways to pass the time.

Cruise fares start at $4,384 per cabin (or less than $2,200 per person) for the Rome-to-Miami sailing and $3,706 per cabin (or less than $1,900 per person) for the Miami-to-Barcelona sailing.

Disney Cruise Line's Disney Dream

• 13-night eastbound transatlantic cruise: May 5-18, 2024
• 13-night westbound transatlantic cruise: Oct. 20-Nov. 2, 2024

Certain Disney fans — namely childless adult couples and empty nesters — love the brand's storytelling and Imagineering but prefer not to share a two-week cruise with hundreds of kids and teens. These 13-night eastbound and westbound crossings from Fort Lauderdale to Barcelona and from Southampton to Fort Lauderdale aboard 2,500-passenger Disney Dream offer a solution to that dilemma.

Each of these transatlantic cruises occurs when almost everyone ages 5 to 18 is still in school. Yes, some kids will likely be on board, but certainly not in overwhelming numbers.

These crossings feature nine to 11 sea days during which Disney Cruise Line offers all kinds of immersive entertainment, excellent onboard dining and a southerly route in spring that means plenty of pool time. On top of that, each sailing includes a mix of culturally rich ports.

On the eastbound crossing, they are Ponta Delgada; Lisbon; and Cadiz, Cartagena and Barcelona, Spain. On the westbound crossing, the ports are Ponta Delgada and the new Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.

Eastbound fares for balcony cabins start at $4,516 for two adults (or about $2,258 per person). Westbound fares are a bit pricier, starting at $5,517 for an inside cabin ($2,708 per person).

Related: 5 reasons why Disney cruises aren't just for kids

Holland America's Nieuw Statendam

• 28-night Adriatic Dream and Passage to America: Nov. 2-30, 2024

For a shoulder-season meander through the Adriatic and Mediterranean followed by a transatlantic crossing, Holland America 's 28-night Adriatic Dream and Passage to America visits 14 ports in seven countries. This makes it a true hybrid of an ocean crossing and a traditional cruise.

The sailing, aboard the 3,665-passenger Nieuw Statendam, departs from Athens and visits ports in Greece, Croatia, Montenegro, Italy, Albania, Spain and Portugal before arriving in Fort Lauderdale. Of the 12 sea days, two include scenic cruising.

The voyage takes place in November, so expect temperatures to be on the cooler side in most ports and during the crossing. It's a good thing, then, that Nieuw Statendam has an indoor pool with a retractable roof. Holland America passengers, mostly older retirees, can also pass the time dining at each of the 10 onboard restaurants and enjoy entertainment that includes live bands at the B.B. King's Blues Club and Rolling Stone Rock Room.

At $2,499 per person for an inside cabin and $3,749 per person for a balcony cabin, fares are a great deal for a four-week sailing.

Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Ascent and Celebrity Apex

• 13-night Spain, Portugal and Bermuda transatlantic: Oct. 26-Nov. 8, 2024
• 13-night Bermuda and Portugal transatlantic: March 8-21, 2025

Celebrity Cruises ' Spain, Portugal and Bermuda transatlantic sailing from Barcelona to Fort Lauderdale offers 13 nights aboard its newest ship, Celebrity Ascent. The sailing features port calls in Alicante, Spain; Gibraltar; Ponta Delgada; and King's Wharf, along with eight sea days.

Accommodating 3,260 passengers, Celebrity Ascent is a megaship designed with adults in mind. On board, you'll find multiple hot tubs but no waterslides, contemporary decor, 32 sophisticated food and beverage venues (including Voyages, Daniel Boulud's restaurant at sea, bookable at extra cost), an indoor solarium pool, a glittering Grand Plaza housing the line's signature Martini Bar, and nightly entertainment ranging from high-tech theater productions to multisensory events in Eden.

Inside cabin fares start at $1,353 per person and balcony cabin fares at $2,399 per person.

If you prefer to cross the Atlantic in spring 2025, take sister Edge Class ship Celebrity Apex , which carries 2,910 passengers. It will sail a 13-night Bermuda and Portugal transatlantic cruise from Fort Lauderdale to Barcelona with port calls at Bermuda's Royal Naval Dockyard; Ponta Delgada; and Valencia.

Inside cabins for that cruise start from $799 per person and balcony rooms from $1,272 per person.

Viking's Viking Mars

• 20-night Atlantic and Mediterranean Horizons: March 27-April 16, 2025

Passengers aboard Viking Mars for its 20-night Atlantic and Mediterranean Horizons sailing from Fort Lauderdale to Rome will meander through the Caribbean to the French-Dutch island of St. Martin/St. Maarten. They will spend six days crossing the Atlantic and call on Madeira and then overnight in Barcelona. Then, they will visit the French ports of Sete and Marseille, followed by Monte Carlo, Monaco, and another overnight in Livorno, Italy (gateway to Florence).

The 930-passenger Viking Mars is an adults-only ship featuring a sleek Scandinavian design. Guests can enjoy elevated (and complimentary) dining in eight venues, as well as daily activities that include lectures by guest speakers and resident historians. ( Viking bills itself as "the thinking person's cruise.")

They will also get unlimited access to the thermal suite at the Liv Nordic Spa, a main pool with a retractable roof (there's also an aft infinity pool and hot tub), and complimentary beer and wine with lunch and dinner.

Better still, the transatlantic cruise fare is about one-third less than a typical three-week Viking itinerary, with balcony cabins starting at $7,198 per person.

Princess Cruises' Sky Princess

• 27-night Moroccan and Iberian Grand Adventure: March 9-April 5, 2025

To snag an excellent deal on an almost month-long journey, check out the 27-night Morocco and Iberian Grand Adventure . It sails from Fort Lauderdale to Southampton aboard the 3,660-passenger Sky Princess. Princess Cruises guests will enjoy a southerly spring crossing that culminates with visits to 10 ports in four countries (Portugal, Morocco, Spain and England) — including Madeira, three Canary Islands and Casablanca.

Sky Princess , which debuted in 2019, is a Royal Class ship featuring three pools, a glittering Italian-style Piazza (home to Alfredo's Pizzeria — some of the best pizza at sea), four specialty dining venues (at an extra cost), poolside Movies Under the Stars and original production shows in the Princess Theater.

Inside cabins start at $2,847 per person and balcony cabins at $4,747 per person.

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Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Seven Seas Splendor

• 14-night Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro: Jan. 5-19, 2025

If crossing the southern Atlantic Ocean from Africa to South America on a small luxury cruise ship is on your bucket list, consider Regent Seven Seas Cruises ' early 2025 Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro sailing.

While not a bargain by any means, this 14-night itinerary aboard the 750-passenger, all-suite Seven Seas Splendor is all-inclusive. Business-class airfare, transfers, top-notch cuisine, unlimited beverages, gratuities, Wi-Fi and most shore excursions are all included in the fare.

Start by taking in the scenic beauty of Namibia, with a port call in Luderitz, known for its colorful colonial architecture. Another call is Walvis Bay, where the ship will overnight. Here, you'll get a chance to experience the country's dramatic sand dunes and resident flamingos. Then, as you cross the Atlantic, you'll visit the remote island of St. Helena, where Napoleon died in exile, before continuing on to an overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro ahead of disembarkation.

All-inclusive fares start at $12,949 per person for a suite with a balcony.

Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Prima

• 16-night Transatlantic (Italy, France and Spain): Nov. 7-23, 2024

Board in Rome and tour the Mediterranean in the shoulder season before crossing the Atlantic to New York on a November 2024 Norwegian Cruise Line cruise. The Transatlantic (Italy, France and Spain) sailing aboard Norwegian Prima visits Livorno (for Pisa and Florence); Cannes, France; Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Alicante, Malaga and Cadiz, Spain; Lisbon, Portugal; and Ponta Delgada. You'll spend six days at sea.

The 3,099-passenger Norwegian Prima , which debuted in 2022, features 14 restaurants (six included and eight specialty options for an added fee) and 19 bars and lounges. It also sports a three-level go-kart racetrack and virtual-reality gaming. Entertainment options include "Summer: The Donna Summer Musical," stand-up comedy at The Improv at Sea and a rock cover band in Syd Norman's Pour House.

Inside cabins start at $1,499 per person and balcony cabins at $2,199 per person.

Silversea Cruises' Silver Ray

• 25-night Rome to Fort Lauderdale: Nov. 7-Dec. 2, 2025

Plan ahead to score a suite on the 25-night Rome to Fort Lauderdale transatlantic crossing in late 2025 aboard Silversea Cruises ' newest all-suite luxury ship, Silver Ray, debuting in summer 2024.

Not only is the price all-inclusive, but the 728-passenger ship will visit 11 ports in five countries. You'll experience Livorno; Monte Carlo, Monaco; Marseille; Valencia, Barcelona (overnight), Palma de Mallorca, Malaga and Cadiz, Spain; and Lisbon and Madeira. Then, you'll cross the Atlantic and spend an overnight in Hamilton, Bermuda before disembarking in Fort Lauderdale.

Silver Ray is Silversea's second Nova Class ship. It features spacious suites and inviting exterior and interior spaces perfect for late-season Mediterranean cruising and a cool-weather transatlantic crossing. Its culinary-focused S.A.L.T. (Sea and Land Taste) program tempts tastebuds with region- and port-inspired menus, cooking classes and cocktails.

All-inclusive, door-to-door fares — which include economy-class flights, transfers, complimentary beverages and gourmet dining, butler service, gratuities and select shore excursions — start at $13,100 per person for Classic Veranda Suite.

Bottom line

No matter your reason for considering a transatlantic cruise, you're guaranteed to experience the secret magic of sea days, with ample time to relax and unwind. With no land in sight for roughly a week, you can enjoy the ship's amenities without feeling rushed.

Make new friends over coffee or a game of bridge, watch movies in your cabin, learn more about the world during lectures by onboard experts, or treat yourself to rejuvenating massages and facials in the spa.

Even better, per-night rates are typically lower on crossings than on round-trip, port-intensive cruises. So, you can enjoy a longer sailing at a fraction of the usual cost. No matter which transatlantic cruise you deem best for your travel style and interests, it will surely be a memorable bucket-list trip.

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Embark on an unforgettable transatlantic journey on a European cruise from New York. During this exciting vacation, you’ll spend tranquil days at sea and enjoy world-class dining, a state-of-the-art spa, and an endless array of entertainment options on board. 

Celebrity’s European cruises from New York depart from Cape Liberty and stop in Halifax, Nova Scotia before sailing towards the town of Qaqortoq in Greenland. Journey through the Prins Christian Sund, a dramatic fjord surrounded by towering mountains that plunge straight into the glassy water. Discover the rugged natural beauty of Iceland, where you’ll stop in both Akureyri and Isafjordur, before disembarking in Reykjavik.

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Featured ports of call on european cruises from new york, qaqortoq, greenland.

Learn about Nordic history and marvel at the breathtaking landscapes in Qaqortoq, the largest town in Greenland. Walk around the preserved ruins of Hvalsey Church, once part of a Norse settlement that dates back to the 1400s. Go on a nature hike around Qaqortoq’s sprawling hills, where you’ll see fjords and colorful colonial houses. Unwind in the hot springs of Uunartoq, where you can take a soothing dip in naturally warmed waters.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Discover the fascinating capital of Iceland, where icy landscapes and sparkling natural wonders await. Relax in Reykjavik’s famous Blue Lagoon and soak in the milky blue water’s healing properties. Go on an outdoor adventure around the Golden Circle, where you’ll see thrilling blowholes erupt at the Geysir geothermal area and feel the cool mist of the majestic Gullfoss Falls. Or go on a sightseeing tour around the city, visiting its many parks and museums. By the end of your tour, you’ll understand why it has earned its reputation as the city of “Pure Energy.”

Akureyri, Iceland

This picturesque city is the gateway to some of the best activities the north of Iceland has to offer, and some of its most impressive natural wonders. Visit the unique Laufas turf houses, built in the mid-19th century and known for their roofs made from thick earth, roots, and grass, to insulate them during the colder months. Trek up Mount Sulur, where you can enjoy fantastic unobstructed views of the Eyjafjordur fjords. Go on a whale watching tour in search of these mighty mammals at close view as they swim and feed in their natural habitat. 

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Transatlantic Cruises

The best of classic sailing.

Experience the golden age of ocean travel on a Transatlantic cruise with Princess®. Get to know the tranquility of the sea, and meet the cultures and stories that lie ashore. Choose from itineraries that take you to the castles of the British Isles, the beaches of the Mediterranean and the fjords of Scandinavia and Russia. Feel the thrill of classic cruising while basking in the comfort of home on a cruise across the Atlantic Ocean.

Transatlantic Cruise Departure Ports

Our departure ports are as iconic as the destinations on each itinerary. Arrive a few days early to your Transatlantic cruise or spend time upon arrival exploring the wonders that lie within these cities.

• Ft. Lauderdale
• London (Southampton)

Until it was popularized by the 1992 Olympics, Barcelona was a hidden gem amidst Europe’s diverse landscapes. Now it’s widely recognized for its architectural masterpieces and spirited customs. On European cruises from Barcelona, leave enough time before you depart to visit Park Güell — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — and feel inspired by the colors and unique artistry that lies in the park and throughout the entire city.

Copenhagen boasts equal parts charm and culture. Before you set sail on your European cruise, indulge in thrills at Tivoli Gardens, and ride a bike along Nyhavn’s waterways, passing multi-colored homes on the way. Tour ancient fortresses, like Kronborg Castle, which inspired Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.” Or make a stop to see Copenhagen’s most famous symbol, The Little Mermaid.

Fort Lauderdale has long been known for its white-sand beaches, but has recently become famous for its blossoming art scene — among many other things. Before your Transatlantic cruise, browse galleries on Las Olas Boulevard. Stop for a drink at one of the waterfront cafes. Or ride through the Everglades, a 1.5-million acre UNESCO World Heritage Site, and look for the wildlife that call these lands home.

From double-decker buses and telephone booths to medieval castles and monuments, experience the best of the city and countryside on a European cruise from Southampton. Ride on the London Eye, and watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Then head west and walk the hallways of Windsor Castle, or travel even further to learn about the mystery of Stonehenge.

The cosmopolitan center of America, New York City, is waiting to be explored. On a Transatlantic cruise with Princess, arrive early to spend the day shopping in SoHo, and then stroll through the Museum of Modern Art. Sail past the Statue of Liberty, walk through Central Park and snap a photo in front of the 238 billboards in Times Square. Or ascend the Empire State building and take in sweeping views of it all from 1,250 feet above.

Italy’s capital city is something of a dream. Grand chapels and stone angels line the roads, whispering secrets of Rome’s past. On a cruise to Europe from Rome, arrive early to toss a coin into Trevi Fountain. Legend has it, you’ll be guaranteed return to The Eternal City. Then walk in the footsteps of Emperors at the Colosseum, and receive a blessing from the Pope at St. Peter’s Square.

Why a Transatlantic Cruise

A classic cruise experience.

Just as enjoyable as the excursions ashore is the time spent at sea. With all Transatlantic cruises beginning or ending stateside, cut down on air travel and spend more time luxuriating in the ship’s amenities en route to your destinations. Our itineraries were crafted to maximize time at sea with unique port visits, giving you ample time to relax on board and adventure on land. Experience the best of both worlds with Princess.

Transatlantic excursions

Our award-winning Transatlantic cruise shore excursions bring you up close to ancient history, cultures and architecture. Live like a royal in England, uncover medieval mysteries in Scotland and venture to geothermal wonders in Iceland. Or sip flavorful wines while overlooking the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. With ports that change every year, experience all the best destinations on a Transatlantic cruise with Princess.

Transatlantic Cruise Onboard Experience

Curated comfort, world-class entertainment and international flavors await you.

On Transatlantic cruises, indulge in international flavors and world-class entertainment – like Broadway-style productions and an onboard casino – without ever leaving the ship. Unwind with comfortable stateroom accommodations and refreshing spa treatments, and feel at home with Princess’ signature service. No matter the ship or itinerary you choose, experience the best of ocean travel with Princess.

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Your stateroom is where you rest and recharge between adventures. That’s why every room is equipped with the expertly designed Princess Luxury Bed, 100% Jacquard-woven cotton linens and our SLEEP program created by a board-certified sleep expert. From interior cabins to full suites, unwind in any of our staterooms, and enjoy peace of mind with the option of connected rooms for families of four or more traveling together.

Flavors that inspire

From the spice of Moroccan tagine to the sweetness of Greek Baklava, Europe’s flavor profile is incredibly diverse. On a Transatlantic cruise with Princess, taste the best of the Europe on board with specialty dining. Enjoy lunch at a British-style pub and try English favorites like bangers and mash or shepherd's pie. Or savor hearty Italian pastas at Sabatini’s℠ Italian Trattoria and top it off with homemade gelato.

Entertainment

Find your joy

Embark on adventures by day, and indulge in entertainment by night. Watch Movies Under the Stars® at our 300-square-foot outdoor theater. Attend original productions from Broadway legend Stephen Schwartz, composer of  Wicked . Or learn traditional moves, like Flamenco or Irish stepdance, and listen to popular music from the destinations on your itinerary. On a European cruise with Princess, the choice is yours.

Reset, recharge, relax

Your European cruise should be every bit as refreshing as it is inspiring. Unwind in the Sanctuary, a retreat just for adults, and relish in tranquility. Or book an appointment at the Lotus Spa®, named "Best Spa on a Cruise Ship" by Spafinder Wellness 365™. Enjoy relaxing treatments — like facials, hot stone massages and detoxifying wraps — that will leave you recharged for upcoming adventures.

Vegas hits the seas

Experience the thrill of cards, dice, roulette and blackjack at the casino onboard our European cruises. Learn from experts — like our staff or perhaps other guests nearby — and put your skills to the test. More casual players can pull up a seat at the slot machines for the same adrenaline at their own speed. For an afternoon full of games, join fellow travelers for Bingo, or compete in scheduled group tournaments.

Celebrations & Romance

Love blooms on the love boat

It's difficult to imagine something more romantic than sailing through the alluring cities and charming countryside of Europe. While on board your European cruise, we cater to your sentimental side with private dining on your balcony — like breakfast for two or a sunset dinner — honeymoon packages, flowers and chocolates delivered to your room and couples-only massages in the Sanctuary.

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Our Princess fleet includes ships that range from small to large. From a balcony stateroom, marvel at breathtaking shorelines passing by before enjoying international cuisine in one of our many eateries during your Transatlantic cruise.

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Experience all that our ships have to offer on your Transatlantic Cruise.

People have been cruising across the Atlantic Ocean for centuries, and now is your chance to share this amazing perspective. Enjoy relaxing days on board one of our Transatlantic cruises and take advantage of the freedom and flexibility only Norwegian can offer. Discover it's all about choices, double down on action in the casino, or stroll the decks and stargaze at constellations more vivid than you can imagine. Along the way, you'll visit some of the most historical and beautiful cities in Europe, creating unforgettable moments on your Transatlantic cruise.

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We know the destinations you'll be visiting and what there is to see, do and experience. We offer you a variety of excursions to choose from, in every port you'll visit.

Madeira's Breathtaking Beauty

Explore Monte's historic toboggan ride, visit Pico do Arieiro for stunning views, Ponta do Garajau's Christ statue, and a marine nature reserve...

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The sea around the Azores is incredibly rich. This is probably the place in Europe with the most sea diversity, especially whales and dolphins. The abundance of dolphins is amazing...

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Grand Hyatt Athens

Located on the famous Syngrou Avenue, between the cultural centre of the historic city of Athens and the cosmopolitan Athenian Riviera, Grand Hyatt Athens offers the ultimate hospitality experience in a city with a heady mix of history and edginess. Explore the vibrant city of Athens, discover the narrow streets and small buildings of Plaka, and merge into 3.000 years of Greek history whilst visiting the Acropolis Hill.

Amenities include 2 restaurants, an outdoor rooftop pool (seasonal), a spa, a gym, a business centre, and event space for up to 1,000 people. Breakfast, an airport shuttle and valet parking are available.

The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to the airport. You're also walking distance to the rail station, where it's only 20 minutes to Venice by train.

Distance/ Airport: 25 miles Distance/ Pier: 10 miles

Package includes: Room and room tax Breakfast Bellman gratuities Transfers between Hotel and Pier

Important Note: Accommodations are based on double occupancy per room. Some accommodation will allow triple and quad guests in a room and are subject to availability and surcharge will apply. Additional hotel rooms to accommodate triple and quads may be required, and surcharge will apply.

Lisbon Marriott

Located in the city's financial district, this modern hotel is an 11-minute walk from the nearest metro station and 5 km from lively Rosario Square.

Polished rooms come with soundproof floor-to-ceiling windows, plus flat-screens, Wi-Fi (fee), and balconies or terraces; most offer skyline or garden views. Suites add living rooms and/or dining rooms. Room service is offered 24/7.

There's a sleek international restaurant, a streamlined lobby bar, and a tapas bar with a terrace. Other perks include gardens, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness room, plus a ballroom.

Phone: +351 21 723-5400

Distance/Airport: 4 miles Distance/Pier: 6 miles

Hilton Barcelona

Find us on Avenida Diagonal, blocks from El Corte Inglés shopping centre. Our hotel is next to bus and tram routes, five minutes from Metro links covering the city centre and Las Ramblas street. We're two kilometres from Camp Nou stadium, home of Barcelona FC. Enjoy bike rentals and 24-hour access to our fitness centre.

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Don’t Fly to Europe – 10 Best Tips For Your First Transatlantic Cruise

“It’s not really the middle of nowhere.”  That’s what I find myself saying whenever someone declares, “I’d never go on a transatlantic cruise.”

A transatlantic crossing is an entirely different cruise.

I have to admit, while not exactly in the middle of nowhere, on a transatlantic cruise there’s not much activity except for an occasional whale or dolphin sighting. You can feel like you are out there all alone. Kind of a personal litmus test for latent agoraphobia.

Remember that old expression, “the shoemaker’s children go barefoot”? Whenever I prepare for a transatlantic crossing, I still remind myself of what I’ll expect during the crossing experience. After 22 transatlantic crossings (it’s always an even number if you never fly), I’ve learned to love the endless expansive of sea and sky. 

10 cruise tips and advice for a transatlantic cruise

1. know before you go – prepare.

With a minimum of seven or more consecutive sea days , even the most entertaining of the mega ships will have a lull in the activities that most interests you. Some ships still have some sort of library.

For the best book selection, get there when the library first opens. By the second or third day, the choice for best sellers has dwindled. Note that Queen Mary 2 has a library on all ships. Chances are you can find a book or two that for the cruise.

Not a reader? Bring your home craft project providing it fits into your checked luggage. You’ll find knitting, needle-point, and scrapbook meetings each day in some public space.

Wine tasting events have expanded into single-malt scotch, craft beer and tequila tastings, too. There is a fee but what else do you have to do?

2. Stop to smell the roses

If you find yourself on the verge of activity-overload, scout out a quiet spot to watch the sea. I usually search for both an indoor viewing area as well as an outdoor, wind-blocked vantage point. Sunny days with millpond seas do exist on the Atlantic Ocean.

On foggy or rough seas days, curl up in a comfy chair near a picture window. Yes, you will want to look out and see what’s going on. Mid-ship on a low deck and you’ll hardly feel those famous December thirty-foot seas and gale force winds!

3. Keep moving

There are some ships that you can almost walk your way across the Atlantic. On Queen Mary’s wraparound outdoor walking track/promenade, a mere three times around is 1.1 miles. Other ships, you can walk in circles ten or eleven times to finish one mile.

If a good fitness center is important, head on over to the cruise line’s website for photos of their workout facility. Almost every cruise line plying the Atlantic offers aerobics, yoga, pilates in addition to spinning and a fitness center.

4. The legendary weight gain

With at least a week of sea days, one of the biggest concerns is weight gain. I’ve come to realize over time that it isn’t the actual over-eating that is the cause but the amount of salt in the food that is the culprit. Also, I hear a lot of people complaining about swollen feet and ankles. Again, it’s the overload of sodium in the food.

Solution? Tell your dining room waiter that you would like to be on a sodium-free diet for the cruise.

Here’s how it works:  every night at the end of your dinner, the waiter (or head waiter) will present to you the menu for the next evening. You choose your entire dinner and the order is brought to the kitchen where there are other special diets orders (gluten-free, allergy requests etc.).

By eliminating the “built-in” salt, you will avoid retaining water and thus not blow up like a puffer fish. But be forewarned:  if you order salt-free, your dinner will be salt-free. This means that the gorgeous bowl of steamy French onion soup will arrive sans toasted French bread and cheese. You can always do a modified salt-free when something sounds too good to pass up.

5. A transatlantic cruise is a great time to do nothing

This isn’t a “If It’s Tuesday, It Must Be Belgium” experience. Transatlantic cruises are generally not “port intensive.” But if there is a port you would like to visit, chances are you can find a cruise that stops there en route to where you will disembark.

So, with careful planning and a lot of vacation days, you can choose an itinerary which visits four and five ports along the way. Some cruise lines include a couple of Caribbean ports, too.

6. Hop on the bus, Gus

The luxe bus across the ocean, Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 is the ONLY cruise line offering regularly scheduled non-stop transatlantic crossings nearly year round. The Queen Mary 2 is also the ONLY purpose-built true ocean liner, not cruise ship, in service today. She’s built for transatlantic voyages in the North Atlantic and sails them beautifully.

7. Make the transatlantic cruise into a back-to-back voyage

Once you’ve decided on which transatlantic voyage to take, book yourself into back-to-back cruises so that you stay onboard for either the first cruise once you arrive in Europe or the last cruise before the westbound crossing. You not only feel “special” in saying that you are “continuing on…”, but you get to spend time in many wonderful ports throughout Europe.

8. Does Anybody Really Know What Time it is?

One of the best advantages of a transatlantic crossing is the elimination of jet lag. Yes, you arrive at your destination either in Europe or the U.S. without needing two or three days to catch up to the local time zone.

Which direction is better? Personally, l prefer a westbound crossing because it results in 25-hour days. Here’s how it works.

You are booked on a crossing with seven sea days before you get to New York. Starting on the first or second night after departure from Europe, clocks are set back one hour at bedtime or even at noon. It’s the captain’s choice. My last Cunard and Holland America crossings, we set our clocks back at 1pm every day. It was weird at first, but then we all liked it. You continue to do this for maybe two consecutive days, take a break to adjust and set the clocks back again until you reach your debarkation port. I find that I wake up a bit earlier than usual towards the end of the voyage, but I’m well-rested and ready to go.

Eastbound with shorter, 23-hour days, you might find yourself at the buffet at 2am because your body is telling you it’s only 9PM! If you are sensitive to time changes, be sure to check that the ship you are on will have a 24 hour food option, even if it’s only room service. Otherwise, you might find yourself, like I have many times, 2AM at the 24 hour coffee and tea location, getting a flavored tea to bring back to my room to have with cookies that I saved from lunch.

9. Helloooo…is anyone out there? You’re not really alone at sea.

For a little peace of mind along your journey, remember that your ship travels in shipping lanes. You are never too far from another ship, even though it may not be visible.

There is a portion on the north Atlantic where you may find yourself in “no-man’s-land” for a day or so depending upon the route that your captain decides to follow. Be prepared for a brief blip in satellite communications which affects the internet and television. It rarely happens but it’s always possible. 

On my recent Cunard voyage, we never lost a second of communication via wifi or TV. Ships’ satellite technology (meaning the company that they contract with for access) vastly improves every year.

10. Round-tripping

Finally, if you have the time, why not do like I do and make the transatlantic crossing in both directions? This does take a bit of skillful planning and occasional maneuvering but it is quite frankly, the best way to visit Europe. Here’s an idea:

Book a cruise from Ft. Lauderdale to Barcelona. Stay on the same ship for a Mediterranean cruise, round-trip from Barcelona. Afterwards, spend a couple of days in Barcelona. Catch the luxury overnight train from Barcelona to Paris and maybe spend a night or two in the City of Light.

In the morning at 9:00AM, take a taxi to the Gare du Nord to board the Eurostar to London. Two and one-half hours later, with twenty-one minutes of that spent zooming under the English Channel, you arrive rested and relaxed at St. Pancras train station in London. Walk a few yards from your train to the departure hall, find the Cunard representative and board their motor coach to Southampton. In another two hours you’ll board the Queen Mary 2 for your voyage home. Easy-peasy.

Bonus recommendation

Once you’ve experienced the exhilaration and excitement of crossing an ocean, you will be hooked. For the most memorable experience, sail into New York City.

Cruise ships arrive into New York harbor at dawn, pass under the colorfully lit Verrazano Bridge and quietly sail past the illuminated Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

Nearly everyone, passengers and crew, is on deck at 5:00am to view this amazing sight. Some cruise lines set up a special coffee and danish pastries buffet for the occasion. As we sailed past the Statue of Liberty, I’ve seen grown men cry and overheard people speaking English with foreign accents in hushed voices. Others blankly stare at Ellis Island. It’s a very moving experience.

The next time you plan a European holiday, factor in a transatlantic crossing, either a 7- to 9-night voyage on the Queen Mary 2 or a repositioning two-week adventure to or from America. Whether eastbound or west, it’s an amazing experience that you’ll remember forever.

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Hi Ashley. Thank you for reading my article and asking your question. Because your ship will be on a south-southwesterly course, I’d venture a guess that port side, the left side, might have a little more sun in the morning. The sun will be a little lower in the sky by then too. If you’re lucky, the weather might hold out for your crossing and not have to divert to avoid any hurricanes.

It’s strange to imagine, but because of the curvature of the earth and its rotation, your ship won’t follow a straight line from Southampton to Barbados like you’d imagine on a map. Nevertheless, if I was hoping for more sun, I’d pick the port side of the ship, though the sun will be more directly overhead than beaming straight into one side or the other. But again, that will depend on the actual route. Either side would be nice…it sounds like a very interesting crossing. Happy sails and thank you again for writing.

Hello, I am planning my first Trans-Atlantic crossing from Southampton – Barbados in Oct 2024. I am open minded about what the weather may be lie but I have heard the there might be a better side cabin to choose to get the most of sunshine on the balcony. can anyone help?

Hi Aaron, Thank you for reading my article! Westbound transatlantic crossings in March are usually non-existent. The only westbound transatlantic that I found was April 23, 2023 aboard Queen Mary 2. If you can remain in Europe til then, great! There are a few odd sailings from very remote locations heading to the US, but they are all aboard Queen Mary 2 on the same voyage to NYC. As the April 23, 2023 is the tail-end of the ship’s world cruise, and if this is a possibility for you, then I would suggest looking into a reservation. Otherwise, as you mentioned, there are no other cruise lines crossing from Europe to the US in March.

Sorry I can’t offer more suggestions but maybe you can stay in Europe and catch the April Queen Mary 2.

Thanks again for reading my article and taking the time for your comment.

Great article! Starting research as we’ll be relocating from Europe back to the US in March. Having trouble finding westbound journeys in March, are those just “not a thing”? I know many cruise lines reposition their ships to Europe in the spring, so they travel east bound, but would still hope to find some type of ship we can relax on as we journey back.

Hi Mary Ann,

Thank you for reading the article and taking the time to write! I really appreciate it. I have to be honest and say that on my first transatlantic, I was a little nervous. But after the second day, it was wonderful. Just being out there, feeling like a “real” mariner of long ago, was such a neat experience. Celebrity Edge will have tons of things to do to keep busy, plus a couple of ports along the way. If you’re really lucky, Capt. Kate McCue will still be on Edge, so to speak! What I would recommend is downloading movies or tv shows to whatever device you bring along. For me, that really comes in handy. Going eastbound, you have 23-hour days, too, so less time to be bored! Also, I would suggest requesting the largest possible table in the dining room but I think that’s one of my suggestions in the article! I’ve completed 22 transatlantic crossings and hope to go again in 2020. I miss it. Thank you again! Sherry

I’m considering a TA cruise in Oct from Rome to Ft Lauderdale. I do love cruising but have never been at sea for so many days. Thinking of Celebrity Edge. Can you give me some positive words of wisdom to help. Thanks

Hi Kathy, Wow…what a nice dilemma. If your cruise is for August, keep in mind that summer storms can influence the weather in the North Atlantic. A Canada/New England cruise to Halifax can be really nice in the late summer. If it were me, I’d probably take the transatlantic in August and save a Canada/New England cruise for late September in hopes of a fall foliage experience. Either choice, have a wonderful cruise. Sherry

Hi Sjherry we are looking at a transatlantic crossing in August or Halifax trip in July of 2020 do you recommend one over the other? thank you Kathy

Hi Suzanne, I’m so sorry for my late reply. I’ve been traveling and fell behind in answering comments. By this time you’re outward bound and I hope you have the best clothes for the weather. It’s so unpredictable it’s tough to be perfectly packed. Have a wonderful cruise! Sherry

I’m cruising Norwegian end of April To Portugal and Spain Wonder about weather What to expect and what to pack

Hi Susan, Yay that you’re heading out on a transatlantic crossing! For November, my best advice would be to expect the unexpected. For your morning walks I’d pack a hat, gloves and a scarf. One side of the ship may be windless but when you walk to the other side, it can be blustery. I’d guess that temps might be in the 40s-50s in the morning…but you never know. Whatever the weather, you’re in for a wonderful time. I’m guessing that you’re on Queen Mary 2 since you’re going eastbound. That ship is incredible for crossings, no matter what the weather. Have a wonderful time! Thank you for your question. Sherry

My husband and I will be going from NY to South Hampton in mid November. What should be expect for temperatures on the deck of the ship? We like to walk in the morning.

Hi Barbara,

I apologize for my late reply…you’ve already completed your transatlantic voyage. I hope it was a smooth crossing. I’m so sorry I couldn’t get back to you sooner but I’ll bet that you both enjoyed the week, especially the sailaway from NYC (if it wasn’t raining.). If you have a chance, please let me know your thoughts on your first transatlantic crossing and QM2. Thank you.

Hello Sherry, I figured I’d ask you a few questions since you’ve done these cruises many times. My husband and I are taking our first transatlantic this September on the QM 2 from NY to GB. We are up on deck 12, forward on starboard side. Wondering whether we will feel the rough seas should we encounter them? I’m also thinking we may get wind blasted out on our balcony, not that there aren’t many other protected places to sit and view the sea, including inside the room! We are excited and looking forward to the whole experience. Any other tips you can share are welcome to assist in our planning and enjoyment. Many Thanks

Hi Kathryn, In my opinion, there is no better ship on which to cross the Atlantic than Queen Mary 2. It is built for the North Atlantic and is an amazing ship. Good question about calm seas. You never know. I’ve crossed the Atlantic and it was like a millpond the entire way. Other times, in November and December, we had 30′ seas and hurricane force winds, not to mention a few blizzards. While storms can appear anytime of the year, generally speaking May, June and July tend to have calmer seas…but again you never know. Yes, chances are you will pay double. Even the studio/solo staterooms seem priced higher than a good sale on an inside double-occupancy. It’s all a price game. Just keep watching. Thank you for your question and if you try a transatlantic, congratulations! Sherry

Never been on a TA cruise…thinking about calm seas, which is the best month to travel in. I will also be traveling single, how are prices, do you pay double as on other cruises, or is there Cruise lines with a better singles policy. I will have a t least a window or balcony cabin, not somewhere low down int he ship. Are the Cunardships the best for tTA cruises.

Hi Susan, Good question! I’d expect that your ship will follow the southern route for the crossing…probably picking up the Gulf Stream as you continue southbound. Barcelona should be fairly temperate at that time (mid-60s) and of course the Caribbean will be hot. On deck and especially at night I’d suggest something warm…like a thin puffy jacket with a light scarf to tuck in and a hat. Days could also be cooler (50s and 60s), especially if you encounter any fog. The Air Con on the ship could also be cranked up too far so I’d suggest a wrap or cardigan for the dining room, just in case. All in all, November crossings (not the North Atlantic which would be very chilly by then) the temps should be pleasant. But you never know. I’d rather be prepared to stay warm than have to buy an expensive logo jacket onboard! And who knows…the way our weather has been, it could end up being in the 70s and 80s! Have a wonderful crossing! Sherry

What is the average temperatures in November for a transatlantic cruise? We are leaving from Barcelona to the Caribbean. Thanks

Thanks, Kelly. Have a terrific cruise! Enjoy the “remastered” QM2.

Awesome -thanks so much. I certainly feel better about my cabin choice after reading your comments. I got my recommendation from a great travel agent but always willing to hear more opinions! I have traveled mostly on Disney Cruise Line (which I love) -this is going to be a whole new experience and I love reading about your travels sans air flights! Thanks

Hi Kelly, Thank you so much! Lucky you to come back to USA on the QM2. There’s not too much more exciting than daybreak and to see the Statue of Liberty and the Verranzano Bridge still aglow. Yes, I have stayed in every category of stateroom aboard the QM2, except the Grills! My favorite for any transatlantic crossing season except maybe mid-summer would be the sheltered balcony. It’s larger than the standard balcony and it is protected from the wind (except Force 11 can be tough to open the door if you’re on the windward side!). I’ve completed 16 transatlantic crossings, most of which have been in September. Weather of course is unpredictable, but at least it will be a lot warmer than my 2015 Dec. crossing. Good for you to take a port side on the westbound – the natural daylight is great and if it’s nice enough outside, you can sit out and relax and not get battered by the breeze. And being on deck 5 is good too. If you and your group like to walk, it’s easy to get up to King’s Court on Deck 7. On the morning that you arrive in NYC, be sure to be out on deck at 5:30am (ugh!) because it’s an amazing sight. The ship will have continental breakfast ready early so that you can take your tea or coffee outside with you. ALSO…being on the port side coming in to NY harbor, the Statue of Liberty will be on YOUR side of the ship. But at least take a peek at the early-morning crowd on deck…it’s really a moving experience. I’m so jealous! Thank you for reading my newsletter, have a wonderful cruise and Happy Travels! Sherry

Hi Sherry, First of all, I love your newsletter! We are taking the QM2 in September, west to NYC. I saw in the article that you have taken 10 transatlantic on the QM2-soon to be 11. I also know that I read a review you wrote on taking an inside stateroom at one time. Have you stayed in different staterooms? We have a sheltered balcony on deck 5, port side, aft. Was wondering if you had any experience with this type of cabin? My advice has been to be on the port side for more sun on a western transatlantic and we have 3 adults- so we had some limitations on staterooms. Overall though, I am really excited to see the newly refurbished ship and to stay in this stateroom! Any tips on possible September weather? thanks!!

Hi Rose! Your ship will be taking the southerly route out of Lisbon, maybe stopping in the Canaries or Azores? It’s so hard to guess on fall weather in the Atlantic. Of course the Captain can steer away or around any tropical events. Generally speaking, since you will closely follow the Gulf Stream, it could be a very smooth crossing. Have a wonderful voyage! Sherry

Looking at an transatlantic cruise in Sept from Lisbon, Portugal to Panama Panama and stopping in St. Maarten. What should I expect the transatlantic weather will be like?

You’re welcome! Thanks for reading it.

Thanks for the article ! Nice!

Hi Catherine,

Thank you for your question. As you’ll most likely be taking the southern route following the Gulf Stream, you may have fairly warm weather maybe in the 60s or so. As it’s always quite windy on deck, you should pack a windbreaker or warm jacket that you can layer underneath so you can be comfortable walking outside in the fresh air. Most likely the outdoor pools will be filled…but a tad too cold to use. But you never know! Have a wonderful crossing.

Hello, I booked a transantlantic cruise from Barcelona to Fort Lauderdale at the end of October. Could you give me some advice about the kind of clothes we should bring? Is the crossing of the Atlantic ocean usually cold? Thank you for your help!

It’s nice to just have the time and space to work on a handicraft and not worry about doorbells and phones ringing! Thanks for reading and leaving comment.

You’re so right about the wisdom (and peacefulness) of taking along one’s latest craft project. On our last cruise we brought my latest rug hooking project and spent many happy hours watching the ocean outside our cabin window as I worked on the rug.

Hi Richard,

Absolutely it is fun to travel solo and meet so many interesting people. Have a wonderful cruise to Lisbon. Try to go to a Fado performance in the Alfama district if you haven’t been yet.

Thanks for your comment.

Tomorrow, 4-12-13, I fly from my home to San Juan PR. Spending one night and most of the day in San Juan, I then board the RCCL Brilliance of the Seas for my 5th Transatlantic Crossing! We have port days in St. Maarten and Tenerife, Canary Islands before disembarking in Lisbon, Portugal! My other 4 TA’s were twice eastbound onboard the Queen Elizabeth 2, including her final Transatlantic Crossing in 2008, a westbound crossing on the QM2, and lastly in 2011 westbound onboard the Celebrity Solstice, from Barcelona to Ft. Lauderdale. I love the peacefulness of a TA Crossing and would do one anytime.

Just for the record, I have done all 5 of my TA Crossings as a single traveler. I know many people say they would never travel alone like that, but I have always met great people onboard the ship and have always had a fantastic time!

Thanks for finding this article! No…it’s really not much different than any other cruise. Sometimes the North Atlantic is like a millpond and other times, well, we’ve had 30′ seas. Once on the Constellation, the letters of the ship’s name were nearly washed off the bow. The southern route in winter is usually a bit more calm in the winter months…but you never know!

A transatlantic is on my list of cruises to do. Thanks for sharing! Are the seas more turbulent or really no different than other cruises?

You were lucky to have a few tropical ports to visit along the way; I’ve only done the roundtrip LA non-stop to Hawaii. Definitely, you should try to schedule a Queen Mary 2 at some point. And you’re right…there never seems to be enough time to do all the things that are offered!

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How to Travel from USA to Europe by Ship

It is possible to travel from the United States to Europe without flying. This guide explains how to travel by ship from the USA to Europe. 

For one reason or another, you came here to look for information about crossing the Atlantic from America to Europe. This guide covers three different ship travel options from USA to Europe:

• Freighter Travel

I’ve previously written about flightless routes from Europe to America , but this guide focuses on the opposite direction. The examples in this post were checked in 2023.

Traveling from the United States to Europe without flying is not always easy. I know some of you will choose to fly anyway because it’s easier. In that case, I ask you to consider donating 10% of your ticket cost to a high-impact climate charity. Carbon offsetting isn’t very effective , so it’s better to support charities suggested by Giving Green instead.

1. Cruise from the USA to Europe

How can i find a transatlantic cruise from the usa to europe.

Plenty of travel companies offer cruises from the United States to various European destinations. As of now, the website Seascanner listed 108 one-way cruises from the United States to different parts of Europe .

Where do transatlantic cruises to Europe depart from?

Most transatlantic cruises from America to Europe leave from Florida. Fort Lauderdale – a part of the Miami metropolitan area – is the most popular port of departure. New York also serves as a departure point for many cruise ships, and there are even departures from Massachusetts (Boston), New Jersey (Boston), and even Texas (Galveston)!

Which are the most popular ports of entry in Europe?

For transatlantic cruises, Southampton in England, Barcelona in Spain, and Lisbon in Portugal are the top destinations. Other cruises also travel to countries like Germany, Greece, Italy, and the Netherlands.

How much does it cost to travel from the USA to Europe on a cruise ship?

The cheapest cruises from the United States to Europe start at around $1100-1500 for a cabin, including meals. For example, a 7-day voyage from New York to Southampton on the luxury cruise ship Queen Mary 2 start at approximately $1400. 

How long does a cruise from the United States to Europe take?

The duration of the journey varies depending on the departure and arrival points. The fastest transatlantic cruises to Europe leave from New York. Cruises from New York to Southampton, England, take around 7 days, while cruises to Hamburg take two days longer.

On the other end of the spectrum, cruises from Florida to Europe generally last about two weeks.

Is traveling on a cruise ship better than flying?

While this guide focuses on flightless travel routes it’s important to note that cruises and ferries may actually produce way more CO2 emissions than commercial flights .

However, there are sustainable ways to cross the Atlantic as well.

2. Travel on a Cargo Ship from the USA to Europe

Can you travel from the united states to europe on a cargo ship.

Yes, you can! At least if COVID restrictions allow it.

Compared to cruises, freighter travel is considered nearly CO2 neutral . To book a freighter voyage, you can use specialized travel agencies or contact shipping companies directly, though the latter may be more challenging.

Popular freighter travel companies include Cargo Ship Voyages , Freighter Travel (NZ) , Slowtravel , and Voyages en Cargo . I have personally used Freighter Travel, but I’m sure other companies work just as well.

What about COVID? Does the global pandemic limit freighter voyages?

Unfortunately, yes. At the time of writing (early 2023), many freighter companies around the world were not taking passengers. Some sources expect passenger sailing to resume normally in January/February 2024.

How much does it cost to travel from the USA to Europe on a freighter?

On average, traveling on a cargo ship costs $100-150 per day. A transatlantic journey typically takes around 10-15 days, resulting in a total cost between $1000-3000.

Which are the most popular ports of departure for cargo ship travel from the United States to Europe?

There are plenty! Cargo ships head out to Europe from many harbors on the East Coast. Listed from north to south, these include Boston (Massachusetts), New York, Charleston (South Carolina), Savannah (Georgia), New Orleans (Louisiana), and Houston (Texas).

Where do cargo ship voyages from America to Europe arrive?

Popular destinations in Europe for freighter voyages include Antwerp (Belgium), Cork (Ireland), Le Havre (France), Rotterdam (Netherlands), and Southampton (England). Many ships make multiple stops along the European coast, with Mediterranean cities also being accessible.

How long does it take to travel on a cargo ship from the USA to Europe?

I provide more detailed information about this in my article “ How Long Does It Take to Cross the Atlantic on a Cargo Ship? “. That article also explains why cargo ships venture so slowly.

Here are a few examples with estimated prices for one person:

• This northern route includes a stop in Halifax, Canada, before crossing the Atlantic.
• At the time of writing, this route wasn’t available, but it was expected to open to passengers in mid-2023.
• Freighter voyages to the south of Europe are less common, but here’s one example of a southern route.

What else should I know about freighter travel?

Freighter travel offers an intriguing and sustainable way to explore the world. I personally haven’t traveled between America and Europe on a freighter, but I did cross the Pacific on a cargo ship during my 2-year trip around the world .

In summary, the journey was quite uneventful, but I loved it. I passed the time playing games on my laptop, savoring delicious meals, and marveling the waves. My trusty Amazon Kindle Paperwhite e-reader – one of my favorite travel essentials – kept me company.

(The photo above is from that journey.)

To travel on a freighter, you need to meet certain health and age requirements. You should also be quite flexible, as freighters have infrequent schedules. For more information, you can refer to my guide “ How to Prepare for Traveling on a Cargo Ship “.

3. Sail from the USA to Europe

Can you travel from the usa to europe by boat.

Yes, traveling from the United States to Europe by boat is possible, although the reverse journey is more common. Also, direct boat travel from the United States to Europe is less prevalent. Starting your voyage from or making a stop in Bermuda is more typical.

Why is crossing the Atlantic from east to west more popular?

The trade winds are to blame. These prevailing winds blow east-to-west near the equator. The prevailing winds make a clockwise loop along the northern Atlantic.

As a result, sailing westward is aided by the wind in a warmer environment. Sailing eastward against the wind entails enduring harsher weather in the north.

I don’t own a boat. Can I still travel from the USA to Europe by boat?

Even if you don’t own a sailboat or a yacht, you can hitch a ride on a boat across the Atlantic. Websites such as Find a Crew and CrewSeekers connect captains with individuals willing to work as crewmates in exchange for the voyage.

Yacht clubs in harbors may also have notice boards for those seeking a boat or a crew. While many captains prefer crewmates with experience, it is not always necessary.

Where and when should I depart?

First, you should head to Bermuda, an archipelago about 600 miles (~1000 kilometers) away from the US East Coast. A cruise or a sailing trip from the US to Bermuda typically takes a week or less.

However, traveling to the Caribbean first before continuing to Bermuda might be more convenient. To reach the Caribbean, you can hitch a ride on a sailboat or take a ferry from Florida to the Bahamas .

According to World Cruising Wiki , the best time to sail to Bermuda is in May/June. At that point, the weather is warm but the hurricane season hasn’t reached its peak yet.

How long does it take to sail from the USA to Europe?

Main article: How Long Does It Take to Sail the Atlantic?

According to Life of Sailing , an eastward crossing of the Atlantic takes around 4 weeks. This includes a week of sailing to Bermuda, two weeks or more from Bermuda to the Azores, and another week from the Azores to the coast of Portugal.

The journey from Europe to America tends to be slightly faster.

How can I sail from the US to Europe?

There are numerous comprehensive guides on crossing the Atlantic on a sailboat. I am not even trying to compete with the experts. In this guide, I have provided basic details about the Atlantic crossings. If you wish to explore the topic further, here are a few recommended guides:

• How Long Does It Take To Sail Across The Atlantic? (Lifeofsailing.com)
• How to cross the Atlantic from the Caribbean to Europe: Everything you need to know (Yachtingworld.com)
• Sail Across the Atlantic: The Definitive Guide (DeepSailing.com)

Traveling by Ship from USA to Europe

How to travel from USA to Europe by ship? In this guide, I have covered three ways of traveling from America to Europe without flying. The guide is not comprehensive, and I may have missed some good alternatives.

This website, Arimo Travels, is a sustainable travel blog. I launched the site during my predominantly flightless trip around the world . Since completing the journey, I have focused on writing flightless travel guides (along with random generators ) for fellow travelers.

You can find more guides like this one on the Flightless Travel page.

P.S. In this guide, there are times when I call the USA “America”. Personally, I prefer not to use the name of the continent to refer to the country. However, many people hold a different view, and most of my readers come from Google searches.

For that reason, I have used phrases like “travel from America to Europe by ship” throughout the text. Additionally, I have omitted the article “the” from “the USA” for similar reasons.

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I was hoping that you would have mentioned something about traveling with pets. I have a cat and a dog which is why I would like to travel by boat and not fly.

Thank you for the feedback Ceitlan, that is a good point!

From what I’ve understood, cargo ships don’t allow pets, and finding a sailing captain willing to take cats and dohs would also be a challenge. In that case, a cruise would be your best option. This site has some information about crossing the Atlantic with pets: https://www.pettraveltransport.com/pettravelbyship.html

Some years ago, a friend of mine wrote a short guide on traveling in Europe with a dog on this site. You can find that guide here: https://arimotravels.com/travel-around-europe-dog/

Thanks for this information. Greta Thunberg has inspired us to change our flight plans to Europe this Fall, though we might now need to postpone it until Spring in order to line it all up.

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Should You Take a Transatlantic Cruise?

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Transatlantic cruises rank among the most iconic types of travel. They generally fall into two categories. The first type is a regularly scheduled transatlantic crossing on the Queen Mary 2 , the only cruise ship that routinely sails back and forth across the Atlantic Ocean between New York City and London (Southampton). These cruises run between late April and early January and take about six or seven days in each direction because the ship does not have any ports of call. The Queen Mary 2 crosses the Atlantic about 50 times a year on this week-long route.

The second type of transatlantic crossing is a repositioning cruise for ships that sail in the Caribbean, Central America, or South America in the winter and in Europe for the rest of the year. Most transatlantic repositioning cruises sail in the spring and fall months, but travelers can find one or more ships crossing the Atlantic every month of the year. These crossings are usually longer than a week since they include a few ports of call in the Caribbean or the Atlantic Ocean.

Both types of transatlantic crossings are different than a cruise where the ship is docked at a new port of call each day. Travelers planning a transatlantic cruise vacation need to think about the pros and cons of what it's like to be out of sight of land for days at a time.

Pro: Bargain Prices

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Cruise lines follow the sun, moving most of their ships to another part of the world to help guests enjoy the best weather and most daylight on their vacation. Because these repositioning cruises are often longer (10 or more days) and include only a few ports of call, the cruise lines usually reduce the price per day to attract more travelers. The ships have a "captive audience" on sea days, and onboard guests tend to spend more money on drinks, gambling, and in the retail boutique shops. So, cruise lines need to have the ships full when making the crossing.

When planning a repositioning cruise across the Atlantic, be sure to check out the cruise right before or after your transatlantic crossing. The cruise lines often discount these cruises for those willing to book back-to-back.

Pro: No Flying

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A long flight across the Atlantic is stressful, tiring, and often not a good beginning or ending to your vacation. A transatlantic cruise at the beginning of your vacation can get you into a relaxed mood, and one at the end of your vacation can help ease you back to the normal work life. North Americans with more vacation time can cross the Atlantic at the beginning of their vacation, travel around Europe via land or on another cruise, and then take a second transatlantic cruise back home. They only have to drive or fly to the embarkation port.

Pro: No Jet Lag

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One of the factors every traveler loves about a transatlantic cruise is the lack of jet lag when arriving at their destination. Since continental Europe is about six hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time in North America (depending on the time of year), ships traveling westbound lose an hour almost every day. Those traveling eastbound gain an hour, making some cruise days 25 hours long! Although losing or gaining an hour each day can be a little disconcerting, it's far better than the jet lag you can get from flying across the Atlantic.

Pro: Learn Something New

Cruise ships on transatlantic crossings offer many educational, entertaining, and fun activities on the many sea days. For example, guests can take classes in computing, photography, cooking, bridge, fitness, or ballroom dancing. Or, they can attend lectures on a variety of topics that expand their knowledge on history, travel, health, music, or art. Smaller ships and more luxury brands tend to feature more guest lecturers and educational opportunities than larger ships do. 

Pro: Relax and Unwind

When arriving home from vacation, many travelers often complain that they "need a vacation from their vacation!" Although many are surprised at how quickly the sea days fly by on a transatlantic cruise, no one is forcing guests to do anything other than whatever they want to do. Some guests bring along an e-reader full of novels, while others catch up on movies, try their luck in the casino, or spend time unwinding in the spa or fitness center. On a transatlantic cruise, someone else is cooking and cleaning up after you. Guests can sleep in as long as they wish or go to bed right after dinner. It's their choice.

Con: No (or Few) Ports of Call

The traditional transatlantic crossing of the Queen Mary 2 does not feature any ports of call, leaving New York and arriving in Southampton seven days later (or vice versa). 

Most transatlantic repositioning cruises taking the southern route between the Caribbean and Mediterranean Seas make stopovers at ports of call in the Caribbean, the Cape Verde Islands, and the Canary Islands. Ships crossing the northern route might stopover in Ireland, Iceland, Greenland, Bermuda, Newfoundland, or Atlantic Canada.

While you won't have as many ports of call as on a seven-day Caribbean or Mediterranean cruise, some of the ports are unique and can only be seen on an extended voyage like a transatlantic crossing.

Con: Weather and Rough Seas

Weather can be a major concern for some travelers planning a transatlantic cruise. On traditional cruises, ships are sailing most nights and in a different port each day. They often are not far from land, so even though the weather can be rough, it doesn't last long.

Crossing the Atlantic can be different since the ship might not see land for several days. 

The good news is that modern cruise ships have amazing stabilizers, so most guests won't feel the wave action. Those who are prone to seasickness should have a variety of remedies to prevent or treat this malady. 

It's no guarantee, but transatlantic cruises in the summer months usually have the best weather, although hurricanes and tropical storms can affect ships sailing either the southern route or northern route.

Believe it or not, there are cruise travelers who love stormy weather and rough seas. A transatlantic crossing in the winter months of November through March is ideal for these die-hard travelers. They can get a good price and might even "enjoy" a storm!

Con: Passengers Tend to Be Older

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A general rule for cruises is the longer the cruise, the older the passengers. This is not surprising, because senior travelers have more time off and more disposable income. Although many younger travelers enjoy socializing with seniors, most transatlantic crossings are not "party" cruises. The bars and discos probably won't be packed after midnight like on shorter voyages where travelers are trying to cram as much as possible into their vacation time.

Con: Too Much Free Time

Although most travelers can get into the rhythm and routine of a transatlantic cruise, some people feel almost claustrophobic when surrounded by water 24 hours a day for several days. This feeling is rare, but a transatlantic cruise might not be for everyone. If you can't wait to get off the ship each day when on a traditional cruise moving from port to port, you might not embrace several consecutive days at sea. If you are a self-starter who appreciates free time alone or doesn't require constant entertainment, you probably will come home planning your next transatlantic voyage. 

Is a Transatlantic Cruise For You?

If you consider these pros and cons and your own personality type, you can decide if a transatlantic cruise is the right vacation for you. Since this type of cruise is often a good bargain, offering no-jet-lag travel and the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate, a crossing might be a perfect cruise vacation for you.

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T ransatlantic cruises are unique when you compare them to traditional cruises most people book for family trips and romantic getaways. These voyages tend to be longer in general, and they have more built-in days at sea and offer a lot more time on board as a result. Repositioning cruises that include a transatlantic crossing tend to attract more retirees and travelers who just want to relax and enjoy their ships' amenities, especially since fewer days in port means fewer excursions and more time doing nothing at all.

That said, the fact that transatlantic cruises can last as few as seven nights means they may fit in your plans more easily than you may think. There are also some benefits to transatlantic crossings that may not be obvious, including lower nightly rates, more onboard credit, and more time to kick back and relax at a floating luxury resort in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.

If you're curious which transatlantic cruises are best for 2024, here are six top picks with different cruise lengths, itineraries and unique destinations to explore.

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Cunard Line

Date: Departs May 5, 2024

Departure port: Brooklyn, New York

Starting price: $2,449 per person (plus port taxes and fees)

Cruise length: 7 to 18 nights

In May of 2024, Cunard's Queen Mary 2 vessel will offer three different transatlantic crossings of various lengths. Choose from a seven-night sailing from Brooklyn, New York , to Southampton, England; a nine-night sailing to Hamburg, Germany ; and an 18-night round-trip sailing that departs from Brooklyn and crosses the Atlantic twice on the way back to its starting point. This unique combination of itineraries lets you cross the sea and tailor your trip to how long you want to be away from home.

The 18-night itinerary is especially interesting, since it lets you depart from the United States and arrive back in Brooklyn in the end with stops in both England and Germany, as well as plenty of sea days in between. Luxury cruise line Cunard is known for its elegant design, lush amenities and upscale feel, and the Queen Mary 2 is one of the line's most luxurious ships. Highlights on this exclusive vessel include the Royal Court Theatre, a casino, gala evenings, an onboard spa and a vast library. The Queen Mary 2 holds up to 2,691 guests with 1,173 crew to cater to your every need.

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This journey with Seabourn makes it possible for travelers to see some of the most beautiful and remote tropical islands in the world. The Canary Islands are known for their white sand beaches , volcanoes and lush greenery; similar landscapes can also be found in Cape Verde's coastal towns and villages. Seabourn Quest, a smaller ocean vessel, accommodates just 229 guests.

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By Haiboi , May 16 in Transatlantic, Transpacific, Repositioning & Trans-Ocean Cruises

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New to these cruises; wife assigned me to find us a winner with baby.

She wants NY to be our port of departure or destination tied to 9-21 days through Europe in Sept, Oct or Nov.

NCL was offering an incredible deal a few months ago. They said the deal was going to expire and we called their bluff but the joke was on us as it expired and we haven't seen anything like that since.

Seems these search engines only allow you to select your port of departure (?), and that's mostly why I'm coming to this board -- to seek your advice on selecting Transatlantic cruises through Europe to NYC .

Google search isn't helping much, so I figured you fine folks might be able to offer a trick or two?

So far, our top two leading candidates are these, but they expire tomorrow.

NCL: 14 Days. 8 ports. NYC to Barcelona. $799 per person. Oct 21 thru Nov 4.

https://www.ncl.com/cruises/SKY14NYCHALSJFPDLMOTIBZPMIBCN/schedule?itineraryCode=SKY14NYCHALSJFPDLMOTIBZPMIBCN&cid=DI_DIG_NA_MFEXP_CRC_NA_DID_WHYNCL_NA_NA_NAM&dclid=CjgKEAjwupGyBhCHr8v-wbTR7QMSJABKMt-mmWtJqQTNaIOzPeIyhoMP61KCzxyNpNjpKAjqXD9sPvD_BwE  

NCL: 16 Days. 11 ports. Rome to NYC. $1,469 per person. Nov 7 thru 23.

https://www.ncl.com/cruises/16-day-transatlantic-from-rome-to-new-york-italy-france-and-spain-PRIMA16CIVLIVCEQBCNPMIALCAGPCADLISPDLNYC?embarkationport=4294949318,4294949341,4294949336,4294949323,4294949345,4294949346&sailMonths=4294949362,4294949361&numberOfGuests=4294949461&sortBy=price&autoPopulate=f&from=resultpage&itineraryCode=PRIMA16CIVLIVCEQBCNPMIALCAGPCADLISPDLNYC

Many thanks in advance for your time and consideration.

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10 minutes ago, Haiboi said: New to these cruises; wife assigned me to find us a winner with baby.   She wants NY to be our port of departure or destination tied to 9-21 days through Europe in Sept, Oct or Nov.   NCL was offering an incredible deal a few months ago. They said the deal was going to expire and we called their bluff but the joke was on us as it expired and we haven't seen anything like that since.   Seems these search engines only allow you to select your port of departure (?), and that's mostly why I'm coming to this board -- to seek your advice on selecting Transatlantic cruises through Europe to NYC .   Google search isn't helping much, so I figured you fine folks might be able to offer a trick or two?   So far, our top two leading candidates are these, but they expire tomorrow.   NCL: 14 Days. 8 ports. NYC to Barcelona. $799 per person. Oct 21 thru Nov 4. https://www.ncl.com/cruises/SKY14NYCHALSJFPDLMOTIBZPMIBCN/schedule?itineraryCode=SKY14NYCHALSJFPDLMOTIBZPMIBCN&cid=DI_DIG_NA_MFEXP_CRC_NA_DID_WHYNCL_NA_NA_NAM&dclid=CjgKEAjwupGyBhCHr8v-wbTR7QMSJABKMt-mmWtJqQTNaIOzPeIyhoMP61KCzxyNpNjpKAjqXD9sPvD_BwE     NCL: 16 Days. 11 ports. Rome to NYC. $1,469 per person. Nov 7 thru 23. https://www.ncl.com/cruises/16-day-transatlantic-from-rome-to-new-york-italy-france-and-spain-PRIMA16CIVLIVCEQBCNPMIALCAGPCADLISPDLNYC?embarkationport=4294949318,4294949341,4294949336,4294949323,4294949345,4294949346&sailMonths=4294949362,4294949361&numberOfGuests=4294949461&sortBy=price&autoPopulate=f&from=resultpage&itineraryCode=PRIMA16CIVLIVCEQBCNPMIALCAGPCADLISPDLNYC   Many thanks in advance for your time and consideration.

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Happy sails,

Thank you, Kat.

To be clear, we are seeking a transatlantic cruise either to OR from NYC.

Having a hard time finding sites that allow you to search NYC as the end point. Again, I'm new to this.

There is a website that I have posted many times, not a travel agency, but occasionally the mods remove it.  Try cruisetransatlantic dot com.  I’m sure it’s not complete as it doesn’t include cruises to and from South America…. You might start or end your journey with a crossing on the Queen Mary 2.  EM

Cunard's Queen Mary 2 is the current transatlantic specialist - scheduled for many crossings not just seasonal repositioning sailings

Our upcoming sailing is a round trip from New York to Southampton, Hamburg, Southampton again, LeHavre and back to NY

If you are just interested in the October westbound crossing to NY, you could board in Hamburg on 15 October, Southampton on 17 October or LeHavre on 18 October - disembarkation is 25 October at the Brooklyn Cruise terminal.

You may want to check on Cunard's web site for the dates of westbound transatlantic crossings in September, November & December.

,I will not do the OP's homework, but they might want to look at Cunard, Princess, NCL, and RCI, all of whom have cruises that begin in Europe and allow disembarkation in NYC (for this coming fall).

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WASHINGTON – Ukraine is on an “irreversible” path to NATO membership after Russia’s war on Europe’s largest country brought Kyiv and the security alliance closer than ever, member nations said in the 2024 NATO Summit’s official declaration.

“Ukraine’s future is in NATO. Ukraine has become increasingly interoperable and politically integrated with the alliance,” the declaration said. “As Ukraine continues this vital work, we will continue to support it on its irreversible path to full Euro-Atlantic integration, including NATO membership.”

The summit’s official statement came out as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited congressional leaders on Capitol Hill Wednesday.

Though Ukraine is not yet a NATO member, Zelensky made the trek to Washington for the event, which has largely revolved around helping Kyiv win its fight.

After meeting with Zelensky, House Speaker Mike Johnson gave his support for the country, pushing for the Biden administration to lift its restrictions on where and when Ukraine can fire American weapons into Russia.

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Currently, Ukraine does not have Biden’s blessing to fire long-distance weapons such as ATACMS – which have a range of roughly 186 miles – deep into Russian territory.

Biden only sent the highly effective ballistic missile system this year, but it represented a significant advancement in Kyiv’s capabilities.

The international alliance agreed at the summit that it would continue to help bringing Ukraine’s defense forces up to NATO standards, as it has done through training Ukraine’s forces and donations of NATO-grade military equipment, according to the declaration.

“The Summit decisions by NATO and the NATO-Ukraine Council, combined with Allies’ ongoing work, constitute a bridge to Ukraine’s membership in NATO,” it said.

“Allies will continue to support Ukraine’s progress on interoperability as well as additional democratic and security sector reforms.”

The declaration did not provide a concrete timeline for Ukraine’s ascension into the security alliance, however, leaving it unclear whether it would happen before its war with Russia winds down.

Ukraine will soon take a big step toward its integration with NATO defense standards with the coming delivery of about 78 F-16 fighter jets from the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway and Belgium, the first of which will take to the Ukrainian skies “this summer,” US, Danish and Dutch leaders announced Wednesday.

The declaration is bound to draw the ire of Russian President Vladimir Putin, who cited preventing NATO encroachment and stopping Kyiv from joining the 32-member security alliance in his decision to invade Ukraine in February 2022.

The alliance took care to say it “does not seek confrontation, and poses no threat to Russia,” in its declaration, noting that member nations “remain willing to maintain channels of communication with Moscow to mitigate risk and prevent escalation.”

Still, it did not hold back from calling out Russia for its illegal invasion of Ukraine – and issued sharp criticism of Moscow’s continued reliance on its possession of nuclear weapons to bully the West into abandoning Kyiv.

“We condemn Russia’s irresponsible nuclear rhetoric and coercive nuclear signaling, including its announced stationing of nuclear weapons in Belarus , which demonstrate a posture of strategic intimidation,” it said.

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At Ukraine’s Largest Children’s Hospital, a Horrific Scene of Destruction

Families and patients were not unfamiliar with the sound of missiles flying overhead. But the Russian assault on the hospital marked one of the worst days of violence against civilians in months.

Rescuers and volunteers clear rubble looking for survivors after a Russian missile hit the Ohmatdyt Children’s Hospital in Kyiv on Monday. Credit...

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By Marc Santora and Megan Specia

Photographs by Brendan Hoffman

Marc Santora reported from Odesa. Megan Specia reported from London.

• July 9, 2024

Daryna Vertetska was sitting with her 8-year-old daughter in Ukraine’s largest children’s hospital on Monday morning when Russian missiles began to ring out in the sky.

Her daughter, Kira, was receiving treatment for her cancer as the explosions boomed across the capital, Kyiv.

“We decided not to interrupt it,” Ms. Vertetska said of the treatment.

As Kira continued her treatment, a missile slammed directly into the Ohmatdyt Children’s Hospital, triggering an explosion so loud it defied description, she said. Shards of flying glass cut into the child’s skin.

“She was very frightened,” said Ms. Vertetska, 33. Bloodied but alive, the pair scrambled through the smoke and dust to safety.

Now, the hospital where Kira had spent five months receiving lifesaving treatment is gone, another medical facility destroyed by Russia in its yearslong invasion of Ukraine.

As exhausted rescue workers finished sifting through the rubble of the hospital on Tuesday, doctors and nurses raced to help the scores of critically ill children who now must find care elsewhere, including many undergoing intensive cancer treatments like Kira.

No children were killed at the hospital on Monday, but its destruction marked one of the worst days of violence against Ukrainian civilians in months, with more than 30 people killed in Kyiv alone. The Russian assault on Monday targeted the capital and cities throughout the country.

“I don’t want to, but I think I’m losing hope,” Ms. Vertetska said.

The attack at the hospital left young patients sitting on the street with IV drips attached to their arms. The bombing also damaged Ukraine’s most sophisticated laboratory for testing and confirming certain types of cancer, the Ukrainian health ministry said, adding that it was evaluating the state of the equipment to see what could be restored.

“It is terrifying because this is the only reference laboratory in Ukraine that confirms all oncohematological diseases,” Dr. Natalia Molodets, the head of the pediatric hematology department at the Odesa regional children’s hospital, said, referring to blood cancers.

Even in the first weeks of the war, when Russian forces were trying to seize Kyiv, the laboratory continued to operate, according to Dr. Molodets.

“For our children, it is vital,” she said.

Russia has targeted Ukrainian medical facilities since the first days of the war, a pattern outlined by a range of international rights organizations. The bombing of a maternity hospital in Mariupol in the weeks after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine was an early indication of Moscow’s brutal tactics.

As of this April, the World Health Organization said it had verified around 1,682 direct attacks on medical facilities using heavy weapons, resulting in 128 deaths and 288 injuries of staff members and patients.

Around the same time that the children’s hospital was hit on Monday, debris from another Russian missile crashed into the Isida maternity hospital and a neighboring private clinic elsewhere in Kyiv. Nine people were killed in that strike, including two children.

Another two children — Maksym Symaniuk, 10, and his 9-year-old sister Nastia — were also killed by falling missile debris at their home on Monday, according to the Ukrainian Karate Federation .

On Tuesday, Volodymyr Zhovnir, director of Ohmatdyt Children’s Hospital, delivered testimony about the strike at an emergency meeting at the United Nations Security Council.

“Both children and adults screamed and cried from fear and the wounded from pain,” he said. “It was a real hell.” More than 300 people were injured, including eight children, according to Mr. Zhovnir. Two adults were also killed, including one doctor.

At the Security Council meeting, Moscow denied that it had targeted the facility, despite analyzed video footage and missile fragments collected by the Ukrainian security services that suggest the hospital was hit by a Russian Kh-101 cruise missile.

International organizations including UNICEF and the Victor Pinchuk Foundation in Ukraine have pledged to help rebuild the hospital. But with some 7,000 complex surgeries performed at Ohmatdyt annually, doctors say it will not be easily replaced.

President Biden, who is welcoming Western leaders to Washington for the 75th anniversary of NATO on Tuesday, issued a statement saying Monday’s attack served as “a horrific reminder of Russia’s brutality.”

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken on Tuesday called the strike on the children’s hospital “particularly despicable,” adding that it would only redouble Western military support for Ukraine.

Speaking to reporters in Washington, alongside Ukraine’s visiting foreign minister, Dmytro Kuleba, Mr. Blinken noted that he had personally visited the hospital and met with sick and wounded children there during one of his several trips to Ukraine.

Children who are treated at Ohmatdyt are often unable to evacuate to the hospital’s bomb shelter during regular air raids because moving them would interrupt their care. Many of the patients are now being transferred to other hospitals across Ukraine, including in Odesa and Lviv.

As the nation’s top children’s hospital, Ohmatdyt was also the place where children who experienced intense physical and emotional trauma were sent for treatment. The staff is trained to handle some of the most difficult medical situations. But many said nothing could have prepared them for the horror of Monday’s attack.

Nazar Borozniuk, a physical therapist at the hospital, said it was pure luck that no children were killed.

A video clip he filmed from inside the hospital in the aftermath of the attack showed ceiling panels and broken glass on the floor. “This is how everything looks now,” he says in the video. “I hope nothing falls on our heads.”

Speaking by phone on Monday evening, Mr. Borozniuk described the harrowing scenes that had played out in front of patients and staff at the hospital. “We started evacuating children, parents and families,” he said.

The hospital staff alongside emergency medical workers and volunteers spent Monday tending to the wounded. Other parts of the hospital, like the emergency room, continued to function even as firefighters rained water over the ruins to keep fires from spreading.

“I couldn’t even pick up the phone because my hands were covered in blood from helping out,” Mr. Borozniuk said. “I just knew what needed to be done with the children: Provide first aid, help those who were injured and evacuate those who needed it,” he added.

The scene was so chaotic that Mr. Borozniuk said his feelings “just disappeared.” But as he drove home on Monday evening, hours after the hospital was hit, he finally began to process what had happened. “There will definitely be psychological consequences for everyone,” he said.

“We are all human.”

Reporting was contributed by Oleksandra Mykolyshyn from Kyiv, Ukraine; Dzvinka Pinchuk from Odesa, Ukraine; Eve Sampson from New York; and Michael Crowley from Washington.

Marc Santora has been reporting from Ukraine since the beginning of the war with Russia. He was previously based in London as an international news editor focused on breaking news events and earlier the bureau chief for East and Central Europe, based in Warsaw. He has also reported extensively from Iraq and Africa. More about Marc Santora

Megan Specia reports on Britain, Ireland and the Ukraine war for The Times. She is based in London. More about Megan Specia

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