Queen Mary 2 Makes Historic First Transit Through the Panama Canal
Queen Mary 2 Makes Historic First Transit Through the Panama Canal |
| [26-January-2026] |
Cunard's iconic ocean liner continues World Voyage with milestone passage through the canal's new locks For additional photos and video of Queen Mary 2's Panama Canal Transit, please visit here. VALENCIA, Calif., Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cunard's iconic Queen Mary 2 today completed her historic first transit through the Panama Canal, marking a major milestone in her 2026 World Voyage.
Guests traveling aboard the 108-night journey around the world were treated to a rare moment as Queen Mary 2 began her historic passage through the canal's new set of locks on Saturday, January 24. Following an overnight stay at the Cocoli Mooring Station, the ship continued her transit and passed under the remarkable Bridge of Americas on Sunday, January 25. "As the world's only ocean liner, Queen Mary 2's maiden transit through the Panama Canal marks another extraordinary milestone for Cunard," says President, Katie McAlister. "Our world-famous voyages truly deliver enriching, meaningful and unique experiences for our guests, and the transit through the Panama Canal forms an iconic element of this magnificent Queen's 108-night World Voyage, where guests will also visit memorable destinations like Los Angeles, Sydney, Cape Town, Hong Kong and Singapore, before returning to Southampton." Following the transit, Queen Mary 2 will visit Fuerte Amador, Panama for an overnight stay and Manzanillo, Mexico, before arriving to Los Angeles on February 2. Queen Mary 2's arrival in Southern California will mark a long-anticipated return after 17 years as she completes this remarkable leg of her world voyage. Queen Mary 2 will also celebrate a reunion with her legendary namesake, The Queen Mary, for the first time in 20 years. Future Panama Canal Transits in 2026 & 2027
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