Jupiter Jones, Anastacia and Mick Hucknall to perform at AIDA Night of the Proms

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Published: 04 October 2012 04 October 2012

With Jupiter Jones, Anastacia and Mick Hucknall no less than three top stars started the countdown for this year's AIDA Night of the Proms tour on 4 October 2012 on board the cruise ship AIDAblu in the port of Hamburg. The first concert will take place at the Lanxess Arena in Cologne on November 30, 2012. AIDA Night of the Proms will visit a total of 12 German cities on 19 different dates, the company said in a statement. 

The Rostock based cruise company AIDA Cruises is exclusive partner and sponsor of the concert series Night of the Proms in Germany since December 2010. "A collaboration was obvious for us, because our concepts fit together perfectly", said Michael Ungerer, President AIDA Cruises at the press conference in Hamburg. "Night of the Proms stands just like AIDA for a unique entertainment experience of the highest quality, without coercion and in a relaxed atmosphere. We look forward to continuing our successful relationship", said Ungerer.

The top stars of the AIDA Night of the Proms 2012 are:

Mick Hucknall became a megastar with Simply Red, filling the biggest concert halls in the world for decades. Their best known hits included songs like "If You Don't Know Me By Now" and "Fairground". With his brand new album "American Soul"Hucknall comes to this year's AIDA Night of the Proms.

Anastacia enchants her fans with her distinctive, souly voice and hits like "I'm Outta Love" or "Not That Kind". In her latest album "Heavy Rotation", she presents earthy soul-rock and moving lyrics. Her new album "It's a Man's World" will come out directly before the start of the AIDA Night of the Proms in November 2012.

With Jupiter Jones, it has been possible to sign up a very successful newcomer to the German music scene. Their megahit "Still" is one of the most played German-language songs on radio this year and got them the "Echo" award. 

Naturally 7  a US a-cappella group  prove that you don't need instruments to produce good music. They imitate all the instruments with their voices. The audiences at the AIDA Night of the Proms can find out for themselves how authentic this sounds because the top group from New York is likewise among the headliners this year. 

2012 the makers of the AIDA Night of the Proms present a charismatic young classical solist on an exciting instrument. The 23 year old Dutch Remy van Kesteren will prove the versatility of a harp together with a symphonic orchestra. Remy van Kesteren was "Dutch Music Talent of the Year 2009".

And "Mr. Music" will also be back again, of course, in the form of John Miles and his Electric Band. All the stars will be accompanied by the Il Novecento orchestra. Apart from pop music, they also present classic hits, helping to ensure the unique atmosphere of this successful concert series.

Fred.Olsen e-ticket revamp adds information

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Published: 04 October 2012 04 October 2012

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines says it has improved the e-tickets that it issues to its cruise guests so that they now provide detailed information on check-in times and the departure terminal for each cruise.

 

Other additional information included on the new e-tickets concerns the dress codes for each cruise; guests will be able to check on their tickets how many ‘Formal Nights’ they can expect, and which specific ‘Themed Nights’ will be taking place, whether ‘International’, ‘Nautical’ or ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’,

 

Nathan Philpot, Sales and Marketing Director for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said: “We are pleased to be able to provide our cruise guests with even more important information relating to their cruise on our improved e-tickets. This will help to make the booking and embarkation processes smoother and quicker, and will give our guests a better idea of what to pack for their cruise and to assist them in having the very best holiday experience with us.”

 

Hebridean unveils 2013 European river cruise programme

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Published: 02 October 2012 02 October 2012

Hebridean Island Cruises, the upscale boutique brand of the All Leisure group in the UK, has introduced its second season of European rivers cruises on the five-star vessel, Royal Crown. 

 

"Following its successful inaugural year, Hebridean will offer cruises to the Main for the first time along with cruises to the Rhine and Danube. With a choice of five itineraries starting from June 2013 on board Hebridean’s Royal Crown, guests can expect a luxury travel experience reminiscent of the golden age of cruising," the company said in a statement.

 

Colin Stone, Managing Director at Hebridean Island Cruises commented: “This year’s Hebridean river programme has been an incredible success; it gave us the opportunity to offer our loyal guests something different on a par with the luxury experience commonly associated with Hebridean Princess.  Following on from the four dedicated charters in 2012 we have slightly expanded the forthcoming programme and we are confident that the 2013 sailings will be greatly received by existing guests and those looking to try river cruising for the first time.”

 

Highlights of the new brochure include:

 

-      Cruising the Rhine – Seven night cruise from £2,750 per person (based on two people sharing a cabin). Guests will visit the famous Baden wine region; take an evening cruise to Strasbourg followed by a tour of the old city - the Grand Ile - a UNESCO Heritage Site.

 

-      Cruising the Rhine and the Main – Seven night cruise from £2,750 per person (based on two people sharing a cabin). Highlights of the package include a trip to Remagen – renowned for its churches and castles, scenic cruising through the World Heritage Site of the Rhine Gorge and a day exploring the history of Bamberg.

 

-      Cruising the Danube – Seven night cruise from £2,995 per person (based on two people sharing a cabin). Visit Passau and see the world’s largest church organ, discover the romantic city of Vienna and then onto the Slovakian city of Bratislava – the only capital to border two countries.

 

Hebridean’s Royal Crown offers 85 guests elegant surroundings and a personal service, with 45 art deco style cabins available – some of which are dedicated to single occupancy.

 

Prices for all cruises include ex UK flights and transfers to and from the ship, meals, a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and gratuities and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

 

Norwegian Getaway to be delivered early, sail year-round from PortMiami to Eastern Caribbean

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Published: 02 October 2012 02 October 2012

Norwegian Cruise Line announced today that Norwegian Getaway will be delivered in late January 2014, earlier than originally scheduled, and will sail a seven-day Eastern Caribbean itinerary from PortMiami year-round. Carrying 4,000 passengers, Norwegian Getaway will be the largest ship to home port year-round in Miami and will embody a unique Miami vibe.

"We are pleased that Meyer Werft will deliver this incredible vessel three months earlier than scheduled," said Kevin Sheehan, Norwegian Cruise Line's president and chief executive officer. "Norwegian Getaway is going to offer a fantastic cruise opportunity sailing to the Eastern Caribbean."

Following inaugural events in Europe, Norwegian Getaway will arrive in Miami in late January 2014 and begin her first Eastern Caribbean sailing on Saturday, February 1, 2014. Ports of call include: Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Nassau, Bahamas. In addition, the company announced the ship's Transatlantic sailing, which will depart Rotterdam, The Netherlands on January 16, 2014 and include a stop in London (Southampton), England where guests can also embark, followed by nine days at sea before arriving in Miami on January 27, 2014.

Norwegian Getaway will open for group block bookings to travel partners on October 8, 2012. Reservations will open to the public on October 22, 2012.

To accommodate Norwegian Getaway's arrival in January, the company is modifying the itineraries of its existing ships in Miami during that time. Beginning February 2, 2014, Norwegian Epic will depart Miami on Sundays and sail a Western Caribbean itinerary. Ports of call include: Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico. Norwegian Sun will now depart Miami on her 10 and 11-day Southern Caribbean itineraries a day later than scheduled on Mondays and Thursdays. Norwegian Pearl, which had been scheduled to depart Miami on Sundays will be chartered from January 19 to March 21, 2014. In addition, four new seven-day Western Caribbean itineraries will be added on March 21, March 28, April 4 and April 11, 2014.

Currently being built at Meyer Werft in Germany, Norwegian Getaway will be 146,600 gross tons and offer a wide range of accommodations. The ship will also feature a rich mix of stateroom options including The Haven by Norwegian, comprised of 42 Suites at the top of the ship in an exclusive, private key-card enclave and 22 additional Suites located throughout the ship; the innovative Studios, designed and priced for solo travelers; a wide range of Oceanview staterooms, Balcony and Mini-Suites; along with Spa Balcony, Mini-Suites and Suites in close proximity to the spa. Norwegian Getaway's sister ship, Norwegian Breakaway, will begin sailing from her year-round home port of New York City in May 2013.