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MS Serenissima MS Serenissima Many of our regular travellers will remember the MS Andrea with great affection. Noble Caledonia chartered her for a number of years up until 2008 when the financial turmoil became too much for the U.S. based owners who reluctantly had to cease their operations. The vessel now has a new owner and has been renamed, MS Serenissima and will commence her cruising season in the spring of 2013. The new owner is well known to us as we currently charter their deluxe river vessel, the ‘Volga Dream’. Their decision to move into small ship cruising and expedition cruising has been a lengthy process as they have been searching for the ideal vessel. We are delighted that they have acquired the ‘Andrea’ and look forward to many years of cooperation. The vessel is currently in Split, Croatia where she is undergoing a refit in preparation for her season in 2013. There are so few ships of this generation still cruising and she is a great testament to her previous owners that they have seen fit to invest considerable sums over the years to keep her in top form and complying with the stringent health and safety requirements. Prior to her life as the ‘MS Andrea’ she spent many years cruising the Norwegian coast as the ‘Harald Jarl’. The decision by the Norwegian owners, Hurtigruten to invest in much larger new vessels, presented an opportunity to the American company, Elegant Cruises to purchase the vessel in 2002. After a substantial refit of over $20 million in Sweden she began her new life of worldwide cruising. Noble Caledonia chartered her for cruises around Britain, the Baltic and Mediterranean and as far away as Antarctica. Perhaps, one of the best known and loved features of this vessel is its unique style. During the major refit in Sweden the then owners commissioned Swedish interior designers to create a Gustavian style interior. This bright Swedish 18th century influenced, country house style works particularly well on a vessel of this vintage, providing intimacy and classic nautical sensibility often lacking in larger vessels. Accommodating just under 100 passengers, the 59 cabins are attractively designed for comfort and convenience and are fully air conditioned with a modern shower and toilet, telephone, flat screen televisions and other thoughtful appointments. There are eight different grades of cabin arranged over five decks and with the exception of the five inside cabins, all staterooms feature either windows or portholes. Page 26 • 020-7752 0000 The free seating Venice Restaurant accommodates all guests in one sitting. In addition there is an outside dining area for when the weather and itinerary permit. A new addition to the vessel is a Lido area on Deck 5 with a bar and Jacuzzi. Other facilities on board include two lounges, a small library with two computers for internet access, a spacious observation deck, fitness area, massage and an elevator. In areas such the United Kingdom and Norway the vessel is equipped with Zodiac craft allowing us to visit remote places where normal tender arrangements are not possible. The European captain, officers, expedition staff, and crew offer a first class service and have been selected for their professionalism and caring attitudes. The atmosphere on board is warm and welcoming and dedicated to discovery and relaxation. Restaurant Lounge
Buffet At a Glance • A classical vessel with a unique style whilst hardy enough for expedition cruising • Varied itineraries combine stunning gardens, remote islands, famous castles and archaeological sites Lounge Lunch on deck www.noble-caledonia.co.uk • Page 27 MS Serenissima
Page 1 and 2: Small Ship Cruising in Britain & Ir
Page 3 and 4: Explore the Treasures of our Idylli
Page 5 and 6: EXPEDITION TEAM Our cruises are led
Page 7 and 8: Library At a Glance • Expedition
Page 9 and 10: The harbour at Torshavn, Faroe Isla
Page 11 and 12: Famine there were 1200 inhabitants.
Page 13 and 14: The Library Restaurant Marco Polo D
Page 15 and 16: The Abbey Gardens, Tresco Day 7 Str
Page 17 and 18: AN EXPLORATION OF THE SEABIRD ISLAN
Page 19 and 20: Cove, or look out for the amazing a
Page 21 and 22: Day 5 Handa & Tanera Mor, Summer Is
Page 23 and 24: Sunset on the Lido Deck Lounge Rest
Page 25: Dunvegan Castle, Isle of Skye MacLe
Page 29 and 30: Waterford. This morning we will dri
Page 31 and 32: The Isle of Skye Gairloch for our v
Page 33 and 34: Day 6 Summer Isles & Inverewe Garde
Page 35 and 36: The Abbey on the island of Iona Day

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