niya305 Posted March 16, 2006 #1 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Since the thread was removed & the current thread is closed... I'd like to know what the news was! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ute_fan Posted March 16, 2006 #2 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Here is the link to the info from cruisecritic's news section: http://www.cruisecritic.com/news/news.cfm?ID=1554 Basically, the Pearl is going to be early, and based out of Miami, and then move to Alaska in the summer, along with the Star and the Sun. The Dawn is going to move to Miami also, and will be replaced by the Gem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoreguy Posted March 16, 2006 #3 Share Posted March 16, 2006 http://cruisecritic.com/news/news.cfm?ID=1554 Pearl early - headed for Miami in November and Alaska 2007 Pearl will do 9 day southern and 5 day Western Gem to replace Dawn in NYC Dawn to Miami when replaced New Website in the Fall New bedding - perhaps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvet Teddy Bear Posted March 16, 2006 #4 Share Posted March 16, 2006 hi shoreguy....I guess there is still no news on what and or when we loose the Dream, and who will replace her here in Houston.....It sure would be nice if they added to the itenary and covered some other ports.... or am I DREAMING ..;) till we all sail again.....jus me...jim the Velvet Teddy Bear booked...Dream 11/25/06 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoreguy Posted March 16, 2006 #5 Share Posted March 16, 2006 hi shoreguy....I guess there is still no news on what and or when we loose the Dream, and who will replace her here in Houston.....It sure would be nice if they added to the itenary and covered some other ports.... or am I DREAMING ..;) till we all sail again.....jus me...jim the Velvet Teddy Bear booked...Dream 11/25/06 Some news - on Seatrade they go on to share more info from the convention. The Majesty (Boston) and Crown (NYC) will do their Bermuda cruises in summer 2007 - they are safe. The Wind will be one of 4 ships in HI for a full year in 2007 - it is safe The Dream is back in the Baltics for the summer of 2007 - it is safe. Also do to the success of the 12 day Jewel cruises in Europe there will be more in summer 2007. Not one cut and past :) Read the whole story if you want but you will need to register http://www.cruise-community.com/ShowStory.asp?ID=9201 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybyrd3007 Posted March 16, 2006 #6 Share Posted March 16, 2006 I like how he says "larger sized ships" do you think NCL will order these this year? Any idea of the size range? Carnival Destiny, Grand Princess, Voyager class? etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoreguy Posted March 16, 2006 #7 Share Posted March 16, 2006 I like how he says "larger sized ships" do you think NCL will order these this year? Any idea of the size range? Carnival Destiny, Grand Princess, Voyager class? etc Nothing is set yet and as reported the ship yards are booked thru 2009. What was rumored were two new ships in the 120,000 ton class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calmac Posted March 16, 2006 #8 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Like the sound of longer (12 day) Med cruises for next summer :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe1690 Posted March 16, 2006 #9 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Although NCL claims all of the yards are booked through 2009 if I am not mistaken isn't there a yard in Asia (I belive Japan) operated by Mitsubishi that built the diamond and sapphire princess. Since star cruises owns NCL and is based in asia I am not sure why they wouldn't consider this yard unless it has more to do with the fact that NCL only made about 20 million this year and is running out of funds to purchase new ships since if they keep the same profits for the next 20 years it wouldn't be enough to even cover 1 ship. I am wondering if NCL will keep the Crown, Majesty, Wind and Dream past 2010 as initially was reported as being the end dates for all of these ships since no newbuilds will be built according to Colin Veitch until at least 2010. And since only 2 possible replacement ships will have been built by that time the Gem and Pearl since the Jewel replaced the sea it would seem that they would need to remove 2 ships in 2010 and take delivery of 2 new ships by 2010 for all 4 to leave by then unless they plan on the fleet getting smaller. Also, does anyone know if Star Cruises Inc (including NCL, NCLA, Star Cruises, and Orient Lines) will still be the 3rd largest cruiseline in 2010 or whether MSC will have surpassed them since they have 5 newbuilds on order with a fleet of around 6 or 7 ships already? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
familyof4cruising Posted March 16, 2006 #10 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Since the Gem is replacing the Dawn - will NCL be smart enough to have the Gem have a retractable roof for the bad weather sea days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoreguy Posted March 16, 2006 #11 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Since the Gem is replacing the Dawn - will NCL be smart enough to have the Gem have a retractable roof for the bad weather sea days? Sure for the courtyard lap pool :D Just like the Jewel and Pearl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herb Posted March 16, 2006 #12 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Sure for the courtyard lap pool :D Just like the Jewel and Pearl is that similar to the indoor lap pool on the Star in the Barong spa ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoreguy Posted March 16, 2006 #13 Share Posted March 16, 2006 is that similar to the indoor lap pool on the Star in the Barong spa ???? No it is a private pool area for AA - A1 suites. It is one of those pools you swim against current. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailAways Posted March 16, 2006 #14 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Could this possibly cause the Pearl to be doing a Panama Canal Cruise prior to Alaska 2007? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoreguy Posted March 16, 2006 #15 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Could this possibly cause the Pearl to be doing a Panama Canal Cruise prior to Alaska 2007? You bet :D :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niya305 Posted March 16, 2006 Author #16 Share Posted March 16, 2006 Thanks to all you guys! I'm so excited now!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regal2 Posted March 17, 2006 #17 Share Posted March 17, 2006 nothing was mentioned of the ncl america brand ships ss united states or ss independence. has anybody hear anything at the convention? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorklinbarb Posted March 17, 2006 #18 Share Posted March 17, 2006 Could this possibly cause the Pearl to be doing a Panama Canal Cruise prior to Alaska 2007? First one to spot that itin and date, please post it here!!:D What a carrot to have the name Pearl listed but no details yet!;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoreguy Posted March 17, 2006 #19 Share Posted March 17, 2006 nothing was mentioned of the ncl america brand shipsss united states or ss independence. has anybody hear anything at the convention? http://philadelphia.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/stories/2006/03/13/focus2.html Robison said the ship's hull has been tested to be in excellent condition and the engine is being tested to see if it meets current standards. But in actuality, she said, the decision to make the S.S. United States into a cruise liner lies in the success of another ship. New documentary Film being made http://philadelphia.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/stories/2006/03/13/focus3.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoreguy Posted March 17, 2006 #20 Share Posted March 17, 2006 First one to spot that itin and date' date=' please post it here!!:D What a carrot to have the name Pearl listed but no details yet!;)[/quote'] I still think it will be announced Monday the 27th - Leveraging the Apprentice They are in there just not turned up yet thus the carrot:mad: I still bet someone here will find it sooner - They will have to make sure it is working well before an anticipated surge in traffic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikini Posted March 17, 2006 #21 Share Posted March 17, 2006 I'm excited to hear that the Pearl will be doing Alaska next year. Hmmm, the wheels in my mind begin to turn a little faster.....:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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