Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
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This 'blog' is more of a cruise 'web site' really. It is aimed at anyone interested in Cruise Ships, Ocean Liners, Ferries and River Cruises. I also have an obsession with the proposed 'Titanic II'. WaterWorld features cruise news, my ship reviews and many of my own video and photographic material. Enjoy!
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
23h ago
A ship which defied the terror of the Nazi U-Boats to transport vital resources around Britain has been destroyed and will be replaced with a slavery reflection room. Built in 1917, the De Wadden ferried coal and food through the Irish Sea to southern England between 1939 and 1945 while Hitler’s infamous submarines lurked under ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
23h ago
Seabourn is inviting guests to sail onboard the Seabourn Odyssey one last time during its 22-day Farewell Voyage. Departing September 2, 2024, from Seattle, Wash., to Yokohama, Japan, the special sailing will feature tributes to Seabourn Odyssey’s greatest moments, including appearances from the original team and performing cast, local artists and gifts, according to a ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
3d ago
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, Spain (Reuters) – Thousands of people protested in Tenerife on Saturday, calling for the Spanish island to temporarily limit tourist arrivals to stem a boom in short-term holiday rentals and hotel construction that is driving up housing costs for locals. Holding placards reading “People live here” and “We don’t want to ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
5d ago
Wish our flag ship Ambience a Happy 2nd Birthday! To celebrate her return from the World Cruise, and her birthday, we are offering YOU an EXTRA 5% off ALL Ambience sailings! Book before Midnight tonight (20th April) to not miss out on this FLASH SALE. Use code AMBIENCEISTWO at checkout. Book today before your dream cabin sails away! Web site link – HERE (Ambassador Cruise ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
5d ago
Jetstream Tours, the operator responsible for providing the Gravesend to Tilbury passenger Ferry, has withdrew the service at the end of the current contract period, Sunday 31 March 2024. In a press release published earlier this month, Jetstream tours stated that “due to ongoing concerns and uncertainties presented around future funding” they have been “unable to enter ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
1w ago
Cunard’s newest ship, the Queen Anne, is scheduled to embark on her maiden sailing from Southampton in two weeks time, on May 3, 2024. She will visit La Coruna, Spain and Lisbon, Portugal. Following her inaugural seven-day voyage, the ship will offer a variety of itineraries exploring Europe, from cruising the British Isles and the ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
1w ago
The shipping news is full of headlines about gigantic newbuilds, while the smaller/older ships are quietly laid-up, then scrapped. This interesting video looks around this charming little ship, which remains for sale, while currently laid-up in Rotterdam, Netherlands. It’s rare to find a ‘budget’ ship this small, at 15,614 gross tonnes. Today, most small ships are ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
1w ago
The Royal Yacht Britannia, moored in Leith, Scotland, has been voted by Tripadvisor, as the UK’s number one tourist attraction recently. It warms my heart that this accolade goes to a ship. She is undergoing some major maintenance at present. They appear to be working on the funnel area. However, the staff will tell you that ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
1w ago
Viking Ocean posted revenue per passenger day of $714 for its ocean cruises and $792 for its river cruises in 2023, according to its recent profit filing. The company operated 70 river vessels that sailed at 95.5 per cent occupancy during the year and nine ocean-going vessels that sailed at 93.5 per cent occupancy. Viking ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
1w ago
(Turn away now, if you don’t believe or approve of Titanic II) Right from the very outset of the Titanic II project, in 2012, billionaire Clive Palmer stated that his vessel, a replica of the original 1912 RMS Titanic, would be built in China’s Jinling shipyard. Jinling was a brave choice by Palmer, as Jinling ..read more