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M S Artemis

M S Artemis
M S Artemis, formerly known as Royal Princess is a cruise ship part of the fleet of P & O Cruises. She was transferred to P & O Cruises in June 2005 from Princess Cruises. On entering into service with the P & O Cruises company, she was renamed Artemis, after the Greek Goddess by Prunella Scales. She is the smallest ship among the seven ships part of the fleet at P & O. Although she has been sold to Artania Shipping for an unknown amount in 2009, M S Artemis will be sailing as part of P & O Cruises fleet till 2011. M S Artemis is captained by Sarah Breton, who is only the second woman to take charge of a major cruise liner. She took charge in 2010. Construction and History M S Artemis was built Wärtsilä at the Helsinki New Shipyard in Helsinki, Finland in 1984. Inauguration  [...] 

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Celebrity Eclipse

Celebrity Eclipse
Celebrity Eclipse is part of the fleet of Celebrity Cruises, which is a subsidiary cruise line owned by the Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Celebrity Eclipse is the most recent (the third) addition to the Solstice Class of cruise ships, which are considered by many to be the most environment friendly ships in the world. The keel of the ship was laid on 23rd January 2009. She floated in her dry – dock in 28th February 2010. It was christened in 24th April by Emma Pontin, legendary yachtswoman and was inaugurated in April 29, 2010. The third Solstice class ship is as environment friendly as its sisters; Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Equinox. A photo voltaic system, a hull design that is optimized to perfection, energy saving LED lighting systems and extra efficiency hull coatings optimize  [...] 

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M S Monarch of the Seas

M S Monarch of the Seas
M S Monarch of the Seas is the second ship which is part of the three – ship Sovereign Class run by Royal Caribbean International, the second largest cruise line in the world. When she was built in 1991, M S Monarch of the seas was one of the largest cruise ships in the world. Monarch was also the first major cruise ship in the world to be have a woman as captain – Karin Stahre Janson. Construction M S Monarch of the Seas was made in 1991 at the Chantiers de l’ Atlantique shipyards in Saint – Nazaire, France. Specifications M S Monarch of the Seas has a Gross Tonnage of 73 941 gross tons.  It is 286.33 meters (880 ft 4 in) long, and is 32.20 m (105 ft 8 in) wide at its widest point. M S Monarch of the Seas has a passenger capacity of 2 744 passengers. There are 12 decks  [...] 

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SuperStar Libra – A class apart

SuperStar Libra – A class apart
SuperStar Libra is a cruise ship part of the fleet of Star Cruises, the third largest cruise line in the world. Star Cruises dominate the Asia Pacific market and are known for their far eastern itineraries. SuperStar Libra was constructed in 1988 In the Wartsila Shipyard in Turku, Finland for Norwegian Cruise Line. The ship was named Seaward then. In 1997 she was renamed again as Norwegian Sea. It was in 2005, when the ship was transferred to Star Cruises, that she got her present name of SuperStar Libra. SuperStar Libra SuperStar Libra has done away with the traditional cruising models and has provided a more laid back, flexible and resort like cruise. A range of services designed for passenger comfort, along with the superb Asian hospitality distinguishes Star Cruises. Specifications SuperStar  [...] 

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MV Crystal Symphony

MV Crystal Symphony
Crystal Symphony is a medium sized luxury ship part of the Crystal Cruise Line, which has garnered an immaculate reputation for service and over all quality. Crystal symphony is a sister ship to Crystal Serenity of the same Line. Both these ships have won numerous accolades in the past years. The ‘Conde Nast Traveler’, premier travel magazine has placed Crystal Symphony second to Crystal Serenity in the “Best ships in the world list”, among a list of 90 ships through out the world. Also, in 2000, Crystal symphony was given a Vessel Sanitation score of 100 by a team of U. S. Public Health Service inspectors. Construction Crystal Symphony was constructed in the Kyaerner Masa Ship yards (now called STX Finland Cruise Oy) in Turku, Finland. The ship was subject to three installments of  [...] 

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MS Nieuw Amsterdam IV – Celebration of Culture

MS Nieuw Amsterdam IV – Celebration of Culture
MS Nieuw Amsterdam is the latest Signature class cruise ship from the Holland America Cruise Line (HAL). Nieuw Amsterdam is the 81st ship to enter the cruise line’s service. It is also the second largest ship from Holland America Line. MS Nieuw Amsterdam was built by the Italian ship builder Fincantieri at Marghera ship yard in Venice. It was launched on the 4th of July, 2010. Her Royal Highness Princess Maxima of the Netherlands will be the ships godmother. The ship will sail in Europe and the Caribbean. Specifications MS Nieuw Amsterdam has a GT (Gross Tonnage) of 86,700 tons. It has a capacity of 2,106 passengers. There are eleven decks. The maximum speed of MS Nieuw is 23.9 kt. Design, Interiors and Artwork Nieuw Amsterdam was a former name of New York City, and MS Nieuw Amsterdam celebrates  [...] 

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Disney Fantasy unveiling in 2012

Disney Fantasy unveiling in 2012
The Disney cruise, launched in 1998, has carved a name for itself in the cruise ship industry. The cruise line has two ships as of now, Disney Wonder and Disney Magic and is in the process of launching two new ships, Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy in 2011 and 2012. Disney Fantasy Disney fantasy will be the fourth cruise ship in the Disney line. It promises to be exciting since the launch was announced in 2007. The primary steel cut intended for scroll work on the hull happened in March 2009 in Papenburg, Germany. The ship was named along with its sister Disney Dream, as Disney Fantasy at the same time. Specifications Disney Fantasy will be made to the same specifications as Disney Dream. With a GT (gross tonnage) of 128,000, the ship will be 330 m long and 37 m wide at its widest area. A total  [...] 

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Cruising on the Royal Lotus, Avalon Waterways, Egypt

Cruising on the Royal Lotus, Avalon Waterways, Egypt
Royal Lotus is one of the most remarkable cruise liner which is operating under the Avalon Waterways. This cruise takes you along the Egyptian water of Nile. The hospitality and the pure luxury which is offered by this cruise is simply marvelous. This liner has been built in the year 2005. The new and the modern river vessel is one of its sort. The cruise provides luxurious and spacious accommodation and has a wide range of activities in which you can indulge into. Accommodation The accommodation facility provided here is simply amazing. There are 64 rooms and suites on board. These rooms and suites are remarkable. They are equipped with the latest technology and designed in the most grand way. Features, amenities and facilities on the ship There are great features, amenities and facilities  [...] 

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Cruising on Queen Victoria

Cruising on Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria is one of the most amazing cruise vessel under the Cunard cruise liner. The vessel is a splendid cruise liner. This luxury liner is known to be one of the most popular ones. There are some grand and breathtaking features and amenities on the cruise. About the vessel Queen Victoria is known as the second largest cruise liner which is sailing among the Cunard liners. Queen Victoria joined the Cunard fleet on December 2007. This vessel is known to uphold some of the famous and the heritage traditions and customs. The vessel is adorned with marbles, woods, plush, carpets, rich fabrics and soft furnishings, these are some of the few elegant way the ship has been designed. The accommodation facilities are simply amazing. These facilities are some of the most remarkable ones. Accommodation Queens  [...] 

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Voyaging in the Northbound Cruise

Voyaging in the Northbound Cruise
NorthBound Voyage is known to be one of the most popular and the most interesting voyages in Norway. The NorthBound is known to be one of the most popular and one of the most tourist friendly voyages in the country. The Northbound Voyage is known to be one of the most popular ones. This voyage takes you onto some of the most interesting and the most amazing destinations in Norway. The voyage goes around for 9 days and takes you some of the most remarkable cities like Oslo, Bergen, Alesund, Trondheim, Bodo, Tromso, Honningsvag and Kirkenes. Accommodation on Board The accommodation provided here is simply great and very amazing. There are 51 rooms and 12 suites on board. This vessel is a small one so it has been designed in such a way to suit the requirements and the needs of the guests on board.  [...] 

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