Cunard is the only cruise operator to offer a direct New York to England cruise. This is the speediest crossing available; the voyage, aboard the Queen Mary 2, takes six days. The ship disembarks in Southampton, Great Britain, about 80 miles southeast of London. The Queen Mary 2 doesn't lack for on-board entertainment. In the afternoon, sip on high tea in the Queen's Room, go shopping or attend a yoga class. At dinner, choose from among a wide variety of dining options, including Asian cuisine at Lotus restaurant. Afterward, attend a ball, see a show, try your luck in the casino or stargaze in the planetarium. Additionally, the Queen Mary 2 offers a set of enrichment programs. The Science at Sea series features talks and debates by scientists in numerous fields. London's Royal Academy of Dramatic Art presents plays and adaptations of famous novels.
Sail to England on board a freighter with Maris Freighter Cruises. The MSC Tanzania departs New York and arrives in Bremerhaven, Germany 10 days later. Port time in Bremerhaven is typically one day, then the ship makes the two-day voyage to Felixstowe, England, 90 miles northeast of London. The Tanzania can accommodate eight passengers at a time. Lodging is in private suites, each consisting of a bedroom, bathroom with shower, plus a sitting room with a refrigerator and entertainment center. Each suite sleeps up to two guests and is cleaned once a week. The ship is equipped with a swimming pool, exercise room and laundry facility. A small on-board shop provides food, toiletries and other essentials. Note that passengers must be fully mobile, able to climb stairs and under age 80.
Take in the scenery of six different nations aboard Crystal's New York to Norway cruise. Choose from five lodging options, including suites with verandas. After departing New York, the ship stops briefly in Rhode Island, Boston and St. John, Newfoundland. Next spend two days exploring Iceland, the land of volcanoes, hot springs and glaciers. Then it's on to the tiny Faeroe Islands, where travelers may glimpse the northern lights. After that, view the famously picturesque fjords of Norway, with stops in Alesund, Geiranger and Bergen. Finally, disembark in Dover, England, about 80 miles southeast of London. Total voyage time to reach England is 16 days.
