“Independence of the Seas” - World’s Largest Cruise Ship Delivered

The third in the series of the world´s largest cruise vessels for Royal Caribbean was delivered in Aker Yards, Turku. The “Independence of the Seas” has all of the signature elements of her sister ships “Freedom of the Seas” and “Liberty of the Seas”, making the Freedom-class ships the most innovative and forward-looking class of ships in the cruise industry for the time being..


The vessel is like a small city with lots of service: many restaurants, theatres, cafés, shopping mall, hospital, hair dressers´ and bakers´..Already the mindset behind the vessel’s name is in giving the the passengers the independence to create their own unique adventure by choosing multiple onboard options - from rock climbing, surfing or ice skating to spa treatments, fine dining or world-class entertainment.


In addition to the innovative comfort amenities there is lots of technical improvement onboard the Independence, e.g. advanced water purification: The state-of-the-art AWP-plant purifies all of the ship’s grey and black waters into a degree of being virtually pure drinking water. The separated sludge will be consequently dried and incinerated with other combustible waste. All other waste material generated on board will be landed in ports and nothing - except for that fully purified drain water - will be released into the sea.


The vessel is 339 m long, 38.6 m wide, and takes 4,375 passengers and 1,365 crew. It has diesel-electric propulsion. In order to ensure a best possible fuel economy and subsequently environmentally friendly operation a series of different hydrodynamic improvements including a new ducktail design were carefully studied and taken into use.


The signed contracts of Aker Yard´s business area Cruise & Ferries are today worth approximately 5.9 billion EUR including 7 cruise vessels for three out of the four leading multibrand cruise companies: three for Royal Caribbean, three for MSC and two for NCL.. Read more...

London’s Best Kept Secret...

...that's how the Sunborn Hotels describes its Yacht hotel harboured at none other than the prestigious Royal Victoria Dock, near Canary Wharf in London. The Sunborn Yacht Hotel, as it is known is the world’s first custom built 'Yacht Hotel' that assures a combination of contemporary class and comfort.


Highlights

The Yacht assures corporate guests, wedding parties, conference delegates and leisure guests a breathtaking backdrop of maritime memories and first class service and facilities.

Spacious suites and executive bedrooms with the majority enjoying balconies, elegant lounges on various decks, first class restaurant and relaxing bar all conspire to make this a memorable stay.

Corporate guests have the added convenience of contemporary meeting rooms and an auditorium, all fully equipped for that important meeting.

Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous

The Sunborn Yacht Hotel offers 102 stylish Yacht Suites and two luxury Royal Suites. The spacious and elegant Yacht Suites average 30 sq m in size and are designed in line with international cruise liners with modern facilities including network connections. Most of the suites have a balcony and there are also a number of allergy free suites. Two luxurious Royal Suites are located on the fourth deck. They have separate bedroom and living areas, a sauna - in true Scandinavian style - and access to a 20-metre terrace.


It also boasts 2 world-class restaurants with the most fancied menues : The Yacht Club - located in the central lobby, is a popular, lively place ideal for relaxing and socialising. The Yacht Club features light snacks, refreshments and cocktails in a contemporary setting. And Fifth Deck Restaurant - this exceptional and intimate restaurant is a stylish dining experience not to be missed. The Fifth Deck Restaurant serves delicious cuisine, prepared with the very finest ingredients.


The Yacht Hotel covers everything from the simplest needs such as Internet and Laundry to the most luxurious conveniences like a car-park to a purpose-built meeting room.

From hotels under the sea to hotels on the sea in yachts, the 'water hospitality industry' is going places and beyond the common man's imagination. With all the pampering and extravagance, this all emphasises the fact that the CUSTOMERS ARE KINGS...literally... Read more...