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Some years ago, Noble Caledonia detected a need by seasoned travellers for a company that could offer a range of trips that were educational, enjoyable and above all, different. Since our establishment in 1991, we have made it our aim to provide our clients with a lasting memory of a journey made with like-minded travellers, whether you are one of a hundred aboard an exploration cruise of Antarctica, or one of fifteen exploring the historic route of Tamerlane.
Noble Caledonia’s MS Caledonian Sky was unveiled to former and future passengers yesterday (Thursday May 10). The 114-passenger ship has been transformed from its previous incarnation as Hebridean Spirit following an eight-month refurbishment programme in Gothenburg, Sweden. Caledonian Sky is a sister to Noble’s Island Sky and has a number of new features including balcony cabins on the Promenade Deck and bathtubs in certain cabins. The … [Read more...]
Try horse riding in the Caribbean, visit a volcano in Iceland or race through river rapids in Canada- cruise excursions are reinventing themselves in a big way. … [Read more...]
River cruising is going through an unprecedented boom with luxurious new ships and exciting new destinations planned for 2012. With the likes of Viking and their groundbreaking long-ships, never before has there been so much choice, such luxury or so many new ships cruising the rivers of the world. Although river cruising still has a rather staid image, what’s on offer is actually incredibly exciting, from chic little expedition … [Read more...]
Europe is comprehensively covered by all the big river cruise lines and many small ones. Whether you’re looking for a bargain break, a barge, a family adventure, the last word in luxury or an epic journey right across the continent to the Black Sea, a river cruise will fit the bill. Affordable Shearings Shearings Holidays offers European cruises on 10 riverboats, some chartered exclusively for its mainly over-50s clientele. … [Read more...]
Looking at the riverboats crammed three or four deep along the banks of the Nile in Luxor, you could be forgiven for thinking there was no room for any more, especially given the turbulent time Egypt has had recently. Nile cruising, however, seems as popular as ever, albeit with some very attractive price offers. Travellers on a budget can reckon on paying from £700 upwards for a week, including flights and excursions, for a basic … [Read more...]
South-east Asia’s main river is tipped as the hot destination for keen cruisers If there’s a river of the moment, it’s the Mekong. Numbers are still small, as the boats are generally boutique-style, but the main operators say they’re sold out for most of 2012 already, such is the desire of the travelling public to explore the remote villages and magnificent temples along the river’s course. Ama Waterways Ama Waterways started the … [Read more...]
Small ship and expedition cruising company, Noble Caledonia, has announced the acquisition of a sister vessel to their MS Island Sky. The company is to take delivery of the vessel formerly known as Renaissance VI, and more recently Hebridean Spirit in May 2012 will be named Caledonian Sky. The vessel is ultimately bound for South America, Australasia and the Pacific Rim, but will be in British and Arctic waters for much of 2012 before heading to … [Read more...]
This competition is now closed, but there are more great competitions in the current issue of Cruise International, on sale now! … [Read more...]
MV Aegean Odyssey was built in 1973, originally as a ferry, before being converted into a cruise ship in 1988. She underwent another major refit in 2010. River Cruise Passenger capacity: TBC Passenger Decks: TBC Total Cabins: TBC Cabins (Balcony): TBC Cabins (Outside): TBC Cabins (Inside): TBC Draught: TBC Gross Tonnage: TBC Restaurants: 2 Bars: 4 Swimming Pools: 1 Spa: Yes Gym: … [Read more...]
SS Misr is an elegant steam propelled river cruiser built in 1918. River Cruise Passenger capacity: 45 Passenger Decks: 3 Total Cabins: 24 Cabins (Balcony): 24 Cabins (Outside): none Cabins (Inside): none Restaurants: 1 Bars: 1 Swimming Pools: 1 Spa: No Gym: No Casino: No Exclusively For Adults: Yes- Prices Starting From:: 1995 The SS Misr was originally … [Read more...]
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