Inaugural Cruises
Starting from June 2011 and October 2012, eight all-new cruise ships will be launched for six different cruise lines. Sailing on a cruise ship's maiden voyage is a thrilling experience that you will always remember.
There is always something special about being on board a cruise ship during the inaugural season. These cruises sell out quickly. So if you are dreaming of a cruise at this time book early. If you are interested in being among the first passengers to sail on any of these ships, I recommend calling us as soon as possible.
So what do the most recent (and upcoming) ships to hit the water have to offer?
AMAWaterway’s AMAbella will be joining the AMA fleet in May 2010. This river cruising line has chartered this newest addition to the Australian market for 2010, providing accommodations to 148 passengers. The cabins will be a spacious 170-square feet, and most (80%) will offer a French balcony to enjoy the passing scenery.
Avalon Waterways is premiering two ships in 2010, the Avalon Felicity (March 2010) and the Avalon Luminary (August 2010). Both ships will cruise the European river market, and hold 138 passengers. The ships will feature Wi-Fi hotspots, onboard lectures, activities & nightly piano music. Most staterooms will have floor-to-ceiling sliding doors onto the French balconies, flat screen TV’s and private bathrooms with showers.
Costa Cruises Costa Favolosa, launching July 7, 2011, and carrying 3000 passengers, will feature the state-of-the-art Samsara Spa. The widely reputed sp will incorporate personalized Ayurvedic treatments, massages with special oils, and the purifying heat of a sauna. Costa Favolosa also promises 6 new fabulous Suites-two Grand Suites with balconies and verandas with jacuzzis, and four Suites with verandas and jacuzzis.
The ship will also showcase a PlayGround area, and guests will be captivated by the 4D Cinema. It will also feature ultra luxury decorator touches such as granite, travertine, onyx and alabaster; and fine woods of mahogany, pearwood, and rosewood.
The Disney Fantasy will sail her maiden voyage on April 7, 2012, bringing even more innovation, unique guest experiences and personalized service to guests. A sister ship to the Disney Dream, the Disney Fantasy will feature an AquaDuck water coaster, magical children’s areas, world-class entertainment, delightful dining, retreats for adults and immersive experiences for guests of all ages with beloved Disney stories and characters.
The Disney Fantasy will sail out of Port Canaveral, Fla., on the popular seven-night Caribbean itineraries – alternating eastern and western – including a stop at Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay.
The Disney Dream will continue to sail three-, four- and five-night cruises to the Bahamas and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay, while the Disney Wonder will remain on the west coast, sailing Mexican Riviera itineraries from the Port of Los Angeles. To start the 2012 season, the Disney Magicwill sail alternating eastern and western Caribbean itineraries.
The Fantasy is a sister ship to the Disney dream, and the fourth ship in the Disney Cruise Line Fleet. It will include 1250 staterooms and house 4000 passengers, and is approximately 40% larger than the Disney Magic and the Disney Wonder. A grand feature of the ship will be the 3-deck atrium lobby, which evokes memories of grand ocean liners of the past. The crown jewel of this magnificent space will be the lobby statue: Mademoiselle Minnie Mouse. Minnie, cast in bronze and dressed in vintage fashion with steamer luggage at her side, will welcome all who board the ship.
Guests will be able to book sailings, including the Disney Fantasy, for the initial part of the 2012 season beginning Oct. 20, 2010. Disney Cruise Line Gold and Platinum Castaway Club members can begin booking 2012 itineraries on Oct. 19, 2010.
Saga Sapphire’s first voyage under the Saga flag will visit some of the most exciting destinations in the central Mediterranean over the Easter break.
23 nights departing 26 March 2012 from Southampton, England
With Captain Alistair McLundie at the helm, there is sure to be a celebratory atmosphere on board as you explore our new ship and contrast Dubrovnik, Venice, Rome and Lisbon with a succession of sunny Mediterranean islands.
Includes:
- Travel insurance
- All on-board gratuities
- Entertainment and activities
- Welcome cocktail party and Captain’s Dinner
- All meals onboard, including 24-hour room service
- All port taxes and visas
- UK mainland travel service to your departure point
Azamara’s first and only Antarctica cruise in 2012 we expect it to sell out quickly! Don’t miss this limited opportunity to sail aboard Azamara Journey, to majestic Antarctica. You’ll spend three days cruising the Antarctic Sound, plus visit Argentina, Falkland Islands, Chile and Uruguay. Book Now before it’s too late!
January 13, 2012 - 16 night Antarctica Cruise
Azamara Journey
Fares from $4,499
Jan. 13 Fri. Buenos Aires, Argentina 7pm
Jan. 14 Sat Montevideo, Uruguay 7am 3pm Jan.
15 Sun. At Sea ~ ~
Jan. 16 Mon. At Sea ~ ~
Jan. 17 Tue. Port Stanley, Falkland Is. 7am 7pm
Jan. 18 Wed. At Sea ~ ~
Jan. 19 Thur. Antarctic Sound/Peninsula ~ ~
Jan. 20 Fri. Antarctic Sound/Peninsula ~ ~
Jan. 21 Sat. Antarctic Sound/Peninsula ~ ~
Jan. 22 Sun. At Sea ~ ~
Jan. 23 Mon. Ushuaia, Argentina 10am 7pm
Jan. 24 Tue. Cape Horn, Chile 6am 8am
Jan. 25 Wed. At Sea ~ ~
Jan. 26 Thur. Puerto Madryn, Argentina 1pm 8pm
Jan. 27 Fri. At Sea ~ ~
Jan. 28 Sat. At Sea ~ ~
Jan. 29 Sun. Buenos Aires, Argentina 5am
All Azamara Club Cruises include:
~ Boutique red and white wines with lunch and dinner
~ Gratuities included for housekeeping, dining and bar staff
~ Complimentary shuttle bus service in many ports
~ Bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees and teas throughout the day
~ Complimentary self service laundry
~ Concierge service
~ True English butler service for suite guests
~ Specialty dining available (complimentary for suite guests)
Costa Fascinosa in the spring of 2012. This 3000 passenger vessel will have 1,508 cabins total, including 56 suites (all with balcony). It will also feature five Jacuzzis, four pools (two with a retractable covers, children’s pool and Water slide) and the famed Samsara Spa. The spa is 6,000 m² on two levels, with gym, baths, thalassotherapy pool, treatment rooms, sauna, Turkish bath and UVA-ray solarium.
MSC Fantasia, launching Spring 2012 (sister ship MSC Splendida), is the largest cruise ship ever built for a European ship owner, and will carry 3502 passengers. MSC has constructed this ship with Swarovski crystal stairs, a transparent ceiling that allows passengers to experience the magic of starlit skies, and the luxury MSC Aurea Spa. The ship will also feature 5 restaurants, 4 swimming pools, 12 hydro-massage pools, coffee bars, shops, a children’s area, a Formula 1 simulator and an interactive 4-D cinema
Carnival Breeze June 3, 2012 3690-passenger Carnival Breeze launches in June of 2012, as the third ship in Carnival’s “Dream Class”. In keeping with the “fun” theme that Carnival embraces, there is a friendly/competitive sports and fitness area called SportSquare, a splashingly good time at WaterWorks, and the Cloud 9 Spa works. The ship will also feature a new Caribbean-inspired décor, Carnival Comfort Collection linens, towels and bathrobes, and 24-hour stateroom service.
Carnival Breeze Europe Cruise June 2012
12-Night Venice, Italy to Barcelona, Spain
Ports of Call: Barcelona, Spain; Venice, Italy; Dubrovnik, Croatia; Athens, Greece; Izmir, Turkey; Messina (Sicily), Italy; Olbia (Sardinia), Italy; Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy; Monaco; Marseilles, France; Barcelona, Spain
Celebrity Cruise Lines, will be premiering the 3,030 passenger Celebrity Reflection on October 12, 2012. The fifth Solstice-class ship from Celebrity, the Reflection will include the line’s first AquaClass Suites, which will have interior space of 251 square feet and an additional 57-square-foot balcony. The ship also will have eight new Sky Suites, 19 new Concierge Class cabins and 11 additional inside cabins. The Lawn Club will see some new additions, as well, with a “Lawn Club Grill”, with stainless steel grills, custom pizza-making tables and large ovens. During the day, the Lawn Club Grill will feature interactive cooking demonstrations and classes focused on pizza-making, grilling, and marinating; by night, the venue becomes an eatery where passengers can choose top-quality meats to either grill themselves, or have grilled to order.
AIDA will premiere the AIDAmar during the 823rd Hamburg Port Anniversary celebrations on May 12, 2012. It is the sixth in the Project Sphinx series, and joins its three identically designed sister ships, AIDAluna, AIDAblu and AIDAsol.
