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Can you sail from the UK to the USA?

Featured Transatlantic cruises from Southampton This Westbound Transatlantic Crossing to New York offers seven luxurious sea days in which to relax and indulge to your heart's content, sailing on board Cunard's flagship ocean liner, Queen Mary 2. Embark on Queen Mary 2's legendary Transatlantic Crossing.



Yes, you can still sail from the UK to the USA, and the most iconic way to do so is via the Cunard Line's Queen Mary 2. This is the only ship that still operates a regularly scheduled "Transatlantic Crossing" between Southampton and New York City. Unlike a standard cruise, this 7-day journey is a true "crossing" focused on the classic experience of ocean travel, with no port stops between the two continents. If you prefer a more traditional cruise experience, many lines like Royal Caribbean, Princess, and Norwegian offer "repositioning cruises" in the spring and autumn as they move their fleets between Europe and the Caribbean; these trips often stop in the Azores or Iceland along the way. For those looking for a non-commercial option, you can also book passage on a freighter ship, though these are rare and require booking months or years in advance. There are no "ferries" in the traditional sense that cross the Atlantic, as the distance and sea conditions require large, ocean-going vessels. Sailing is the perfect choice for those who want to avoid jet lag, as the ship's clock changes by one hour each night, allowing your body to adjust gradually to the new time zone.

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A transatlantic cruise is one of life's experiences that is truly about the journey and not the destination. With Cunard, this means taking seven days to sail from Southampton to New York, or vice-versa, during which you're invited to spend your time in any way you like.

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You can cruise to Florida from the UK. There are cruises from Southampton/London to the Florida ports of Miami and Fort Lauderdale. These are one-way Transatlantic cruises, also known as Atlantic crossings.

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Cruise to New York and fly back holidays offer one of the most iconic cruises in the world with a Transatlantic cruise from Southampton. With New York fly cruises you can enjoy a relaxing cruise across the Atlantic before visiting the Big Apple and flying home.

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Cargo ships This is a non-sailing ship option that can take you across. Cargo ships usually rent out a few cabins to passengers. This costs a few thousand euros. Travelling with a cargo vessel can be a good alternative if you want to cross the ocean, don't like sailing, and do not want to fly.

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