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
2d 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
4d 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
4d 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
6d 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
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
1w ago
Saudi Arabia has been forced to scale back its $1.5trillion plans for a 106-mile linear desert megacity, according to reports, in a humiliating climb down for the kingdom. The Line – part of the country’s audacious and futuristic NEOM project – was meant to be home to around 1.5 million residents by the end of ..read more
Malcolm Oliver’s WaterWorld
2w ago
The controversial door from James Cameron’s “Titanic” was officially sold at the Treasures From Planet Hollywood auction last week for a whopping $718,750. According to Heritage Auctions, the prop was the most bid-upon item despite being surrounded by other iconic pieces of Hollywood’s legacy. Not being able to sustain the weight of both people, Jack elects to stay ..read more