VALENCIA, Calif., Oct. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Throughout the month of October, the golden age of transatlantic ocean travel will come to life in a new special produced by NBC owned and operated stations, appropriately titled "Onboard Queen Mary 2 - A Transatlantic Adventure." The 30-minute program takes viewers on an in-depth tour of the world's most famous ocean liner, tracing Cunard's pre-eminence as the first and only line offering regularly scheduled transatlantic ocean travel and offers a glimpse into the elegance and adventure for which the ship in renowned. Emmy Award-winning news anchor Jane Hanson hosts the special, which is scheduled to air in major U.S. cities this month.

"Queen Mary 2 is, quite simply, a marvel of engineering. She inspires a genuine sense of awe. Since her launch in 2004, we've delighted in sharing her on tours with countless visitors, but this NBC special now affords us the rare opportunity to share her with an even wider audience," said Carol Marlow, president of Cunard Line.

The comprehensive special showcases life onboard a six-day transatlantic crossing highlighting the ship's state-of-the-art technology and signature White Star(SM) service. Viewers will also have a special tour of the bridge with Queen Mary 2's Captain Christopher Rynd and see the range of services and amenities -- from the Canyon Ranch SpaClub(R) to British Tea Service -- that have made Queen Mary 2 the most famous ocean liner in the world.

"Onboard Queen Mary 2 - A Transatlantic Adventure" is scheduled to air as follows:

New York Sat 10/7 7-7:30 pm Los Angeles Sat 10/21 3:30-4 pm Chicago Sat 10/21 6-6:30 pm Philadelphia Sat 10/21 2-2:30 pm San Francisco Sat 10/21 7:30-8 pm Dallas Sat 10/21 1-1:30 pm Washington DC Sat 10/21 2-2:30 pm Miami Sat 10/21 7-7:30 pm San Diego Sun 10/22 5-5:30 pm Hartford Sat 10/21 7-7:30 pm Check your local NBC listings to confirm day and show time.

For more information about Cunard, call 1-800-7-CUNARD or go to http://www.cunard.com/.

About Cunard Line

Cunard Line has operated the most famous ocean liners in the world since 1840. Cunard vessels have a classic British heritage and include the legendary Queen Elizabeth 2 and Queen Mary 2. Queen Victoria joins the fleet in 2007.

Cunard Line is a proud member of World's Leading Cruise Lines. The exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Costa Cruises, Windstar Cruises and The Yachts of Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest, and a commitment to quality and value, member lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. Together they offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world's most desirable destinations.

CONTACT: Jackie Matthews, +1-661-753-1035, jmatthews@cunard.com, or
Brian O'Connor, +1-661-753-1060, boconnor@cunard.com, both of Cunard Line; or
Maria Andriano, andriano@redpointpr.com, or Cindy Adams, adams@redpointpr.com,
both of Redpoint PR, +1-212-229-0119, for Cunard Line

Web site: http://www.cunard.com/