A SOUTHAMPTON cruise operator will be offering "luxurious" voyages this summer.

Cunard will be launching a series of UK voyages aboard the Queen Elizabeth in the coming months.

Setting sail from Southampton, the operator has touted its latest offering as a unique and luxurious staycation opportunity for British guests.

With more details to be revealed later this month, the new staycation voyages will sail within UK waters.

They will replace a number of international cruises that have been cancelled due to the current coronavirus pandemic.

Commenting, Cunard president, Simon Palethorpe said: “With the UK Government confirming that domestic travel is close on the horizon, we are introducing a series of exciting, shorter duration holidays for Brits looking for the perfect staycation in Cunard luxury this summer. These will be sailings from Southampton, for UK residents, around the UK and will make the very most of the summer sunshine.

“However, with international travel restrictions still in place, we, unfortunately, need to cancel a number of departures. We know how much everyone is desperately looking forward to longed-for holidays overseas, so to all affected by this news, I am sincerely sorry for the disappointment this will cause.”

Sailings on Queen Victoria are now cancelled for departures up to and including August 27, 2021.

Queen Elizabeth’s summer Mediterranean fly-cruise season and all departures up to and including October 11, 2021, are also cancelled.

For more information visit the Cunard website.