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The Queen Mary is ringing in the holiday season in incredible style, inviting guests of all ages to step aboard the legendary ocean liner and explore a brand new adventure filled with magic and cheer. Queen Mary Christmas is now underway, bringing a joyful celebration of holiday fun for the entire family that includes live entertainment, ice skating, gingerbread village, stocking shop, light shows, and more surprises.
From bow to stern, you will find a nonstop winter wonderland, filled with colorful lights, breathtaking views, and unique photo opportunities. Prepare to wind the clock back to Christmas past, with an awe-inspiring art-deco tree centerpiece, classic Christmas tunes, and other clever nods to holiday seasons of yesteryear.
There will be plenty of family friendly activities worth exploring, from designing your own masterpiece in the Gingerbread Village, to taking a spin on the ice rink on the Sports Deck. It all leads up to the main event, an 80 foot Christmas Tree, brightly lit with over 45,000 LED lights. The tree lighting ceremony takes place nightly, bringing the spirit of Christmas front and center with the help of Santa Claus and some of his merriest singers and dancers.
The magic doesn’t stop there however, make sure to take a look at the full range of entertainment offerings while onboard, including the sweet sounds of The Bank of Harmony Quartet. From “Blue Christmas” to “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer”, prepare for a wave of symphonic harmony that is sure to bring a smile.
Santa will await you in his Captain’s Quarters, found in the Shipyard. Here you can take a photo with the jolliest man of them all as well as decorate your own special holiday stocking in the stocking shop. Mrs. Claus will be just around the corner, waiting to share a holiday story and the best hot cocoa toppings bar this side of the North Pole. Come in and hear joyous holiday tales at the Starboard Lounge. Adults are welcome to join in the fun, as the lounge will serving holiday themed cocktails during story time.
Queen Mary Christmas is bound to become a holiday tradition. You can take part in the fun from now until January 6th, 2019. Tickets start at $22 for adults and $16 for children. Grand Passport tickets will also be on hand, priced at $40 for adults and $20 for children. The passport grants access to the ship’s additional tours and exhibits. VIP and other experiences will also be available. Make sure to check out the Queen Mary’s official website for all the details!