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MAIDEN VOYAGES Valiant Lady
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Seabourn Venture
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Spirit of the Rhine
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Regent Splendor
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Norwegian Encore
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Samsara Samudra
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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
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Lufthansa Sky Retreat
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Von Braun Station
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VOYAGES Ponant Explorers
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his magazine was born out of the increasingly close
further. Last issue we reported on the first shore-side project
relationship between the worlds of hospitality and
from Virgin Voyages – a beach club. Of course, the brand
transportation, with a palpable rise in the number of
already operates hotels in cities such as Chicago and San
land-based hotels expanding their brand promise to the water,
Francisco, however, the new venture caters specifically to
skies and tracks.
sailors and will feature various dining options, social spaces
The likes of Virgin and The Ritz-Carlton have undoubtedly
and an activity hub.
been at the forefront of such a movement, with both operators
And Virgin Voyages aren’t the only ones getting in on the
looking to replicate their tried-and-tested design aesthetic,
act. Royal Caribbean International has recently announced
facilities and service values on board a cruise ship. And while
plans to support its expanding fleet of ships with its own
the long-established cruise lines have been largely positive
beach club concept – part of a new collection of land-based
about the impact newcomers are having on the industry,
experiences set to roll-out in exotic destinations.
there’s the beginnings of a swing in the opposite direction, with cruise lines now seeking opportunities on land.
While these brand extensions are only for day-use, is it only a matter of time before optional overnight stays are offered
Royal Caribbean splashed out on a new state-of-the-art
at the beginning or end of a cruise? Could we see a Royal
terminal at PortMiami, and Norwegian Cruise Line is following
Caribbean-branded hotel on Miami’s Ocean Drive? A Costa
suit, with its own facility due to open in 2020. These are
resort in the Port of Barcelona? Or even Cunard flying its flag
primarily designed to service growing fleets, but with
in Central London?
thousands of travellers passing through with every sailing,
Just a decade ago, it seemed unlikely that a luxury hotel
there’ll no doubt be restaurants, bars and lounges as well as
brand would venture to the seas or take to the air, so the sky’s
retail outlets on offer.
the limit. Literally.
Until now, there’s been something of a disconnect between the port experience and the on-board experience, but with a
Welcome to issue 3 of Starboard, a resource for those in the
growing belief that a holiday should start prior to embarkation
business of bringing style to travel. I hope you enjoy the
– i.e. from the moment a passenger leaves home to when
journey.
they return – opportunities abound. Brands are looking to shape the entire travel experience, because let’s be honest, leaving the comforts of your cabin, or a certain level of service to which you’ve become accustomed during a stay, to wish away the hours in a sub-par terminal isn’t exactly the lasting impression anyone wants from a trip. There are others who are taking their land-based ambitions
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Valiant Lady VIRGIN VOYAGES
Virgin Voyages has announced further
Concrete Amsterdam, all of whom have
details of its second ship, due to take
taken cues from the brand’s design ethos
its maiden voyage in May 2021. Valiant
of the modern romance of sailing and a
Lady will sail seven-night Mediterranean
mission to redefine the experience of a
itineraries from its homeport of
vacation at sea.
Barcelona, with three routes offering
“We are thrilled to unveil the name
stops at some of the hottest destinations
of our second ship and deliver on our
across France, Italy and Spain, including
commitment to offer travellers a sea
Monte Carlo, Cagliari and Palma de
of change in how they can experience
Mallorca. Every sailing will also feature
cruising in this fantastic part of the
an overnight stay in Ibiza, giving guests
world,” says Tom McAlpin, CEO of Virgin
the flexibility to explore all that
Voyages. “Our sailors will fall in love with
the
island has to offer.
the places we go and the memories they
Following in the footspteps of Scarlet
will be able to create on our gorgeous
Lady, the newbuild 110,000-tonne vessel
ship. After all, there’s no better way
is being designed by Tom Dixon’s Design
to sail the seven seas than doing it the
Research Studio, Roman & Williams and
Virgin way.”
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ON DECK Inaugural Route: Barcelona – TBC Maiden Voyage: May 2021 Owner: Virgin Voyages Operator: Virgin Cruise Line Shipyard: Fincantieri Interior Design: Design Research Studio, Roman & Williams, Concrete Amsterdam www.virginvoyages.com
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Seabourn Venture The Colonnade SEABOURN
ON DECK Inaugural Route: Northern Europe – Arctic Maiden Voyage: June 2021 Owner: Carnival Corporation Operator: Seabourn Flag State: Bahamas Shipyard: T. Mariotti Interior Design: Adam D. Tihany www.seabourn.com
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Ahead of its launch in 2021, Seabourn has
Dinner at The Colonnade will be served
revealed further details of the culinary
tableside, whilst breakfast and lunch will offer
programme on Seabourn Venture.
table service and buffet options, the stations of
Designed by Adam D. Tihany – along with
which are clad in distinctive 3D-textured tile
all the ship’s public spaces – The Colonnade
with white stone countertops. Special theme
is overseen by world-renowned American
nights feature Chef Keller-influenced dinners
Chef Thomas Keller, and is one of eight dining
that pay homage to his American childhood,
experiences aboard the expedition ship.
with reinterpretations of classic comfort dishes
Interiors take inspiration from the huts of
such as Clam Bake and BBQ Ribs served family-
historic maritime design and feature artworks
style to complement the essence of sharing in a
formed of intricate nautical knots, as well as
relaxed spirit of fun and togetherness.
curved wooden panels across its ceiling, giving
“Wherever you go across the Seabourn fleet,
the impression of being within one of the
you’ll find our guests appreciate choice in dining
earliest expedition ships.
style and the more casual atmosphere of The
Located on deck 5, The Colonnade’s design
Colonnade at all times of the day,” says Gerald
scheme will be complemented by etched glass
Mosslinger, Vice President of Hotel Operations
partitions dividing up plush banquette seating
for Seabourn. “Though it’s more relaxed in
with leather buckle details, whilst a handcrafted
feel, guests who dine there know the quality of
and rugged aesthetic will be detailed through
the dishes is high, with many culinary options
exposed stitching, wooden frames and natural
to please every palate, making it a wonderful
green and grey fabrics.
choice for breakfast, lunch or dinner.”
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Spirit of the Rhine
Saga has announced plans to launch a newbuild
the waterways of Holland. Along the way,
boutique river cruise ship to sail on European
passengers will visit both familiar and lesser-
SAGA RIVER CRUISES
rivers in Spring 2021.
known ports of call, with Saga seeking to create
ON DECK Maiden Voyage: Spring 2021 Owner: Saga Group Operator: Saga River Cruises Shipyard: Vahali Shipyards www.saga.co.uk
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Following the recent debut of its luxury ocean
an experience in line with a belief that river
cruise ship Spirit of Discovery, the new river
cruises are as much about exploring well-
ship will bring the luxury of ocean cruising to
known destinations in innovative ways as they
the river for the first time and will build on more
are finding a new favourite spot.
than 60 years of insight gained from providing
“I am delighted to announce that we are
products and services exclusively to the over-
using our experience in ocean cruising to design
50s market.
a bespoke ship for those guests who want a
The vessel is being built by Dutch-founded
luxurious, boutique river cruise experience,”
shipyard Vahali, and will feature 17m2 cabins
comments Robin Shaw, CEO of Saga Travel.
equipped with French balconies and floor-to-
“This launch of Spirit of the Rhine heralds a
ceiling windows. On board facilities include
step change in the future of river cruising and
a lounge and bar with separate library area,
when it comes to the on board experience, our
as well as a speciality restaurant with show
boutique approach to cruising will ensure that
cooking for added theatre. Guests will further
our guests have an experience that combines
have access to a large sun deck, jacuzzi,
unrivalled, first class service with bespoke
barbecue and expansive seating area to take in
authentic experiences that are tailored just for
the impressive views.
them.”
Spirit of the Rhine will sail on the Rhine, Moselle, Main and Danube as well as through
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Regent Splendor Regent Suits REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES
ON DECK Maiden Voyage: February 2020 Owner: Norweigian Cruise Line Holdings Operator: Regent Seven Seas Cruises Flag State: Bahamas Shipyard: Ancona Interior Design: Tillberg Design of Sweden www.rssc.com
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Guests staying in the Regent Suite on board
collagen from Japanese Camellia oil. As guests
Seven Seas Splendor when it sets sail in 2020 will
indulge in the bath, their senses are enticed
be able to enjoy most natural, deeply relaxing
through touch and aroma with calming lavender
sleep in the world according to Regent Seven
and chamomile for peace and relaxation.
Seas Cruises, as it introduces what it believes
“A great night’s sleep is essential to overall
are the ingredients to a perfectly tranquil sleep.
health and wellbeing, and the holistic Regent
At the heart of the experience is a US$200,000
Suite sleep experience is personalised for each
Hästens Vividus custom handmade mattress –
guest to help them soothe their mind, body and
filled with natural materials such as horsetail
spirit at night after they immerse themselves
hair, cushioning flax, slow-growing pine,
in the world’s mesmerising destinations during
superior wool and long-fibre cotton – while
the day,” says Jason Montague, President and
bed linens are made from batiste makò cotton
CEO of Regent Seven Seas Cruises. “Deep,
and 100% virgin white down from Alaskan
relaxing sleep has become an elusive luxury for
geese – materials that maintain the correct body
many and nowhere else at sea can travellers
temperature. There’s a pillow menu too, with
find such a restorative, customised night’s sleep
water, memory foam and buckwheat options.
than in the Regent Suite.”
The experience also includes the new Serene
Billed as the ‘Most Exclusive Address at Sea’,
Spa & Wellness Restorative Sleep Ritual, which
the 4,443ft2 Regent Suite comes complete with
begins with a transcendent, nourishing milk
an in-suite spa retreat featuring a personal
bath — a light and gentle milky formula rich
sauna, steam room and treatment area, as well
in vitamins, amino acids and natural plant
as a glass-enclosed solarium above the bridge.
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Evrima
Ahead of its much anticipated launch in 2020,
cuisine reflecting cultural traditions and making
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has revealed
use of seasonal, locally-grown ingredients.
THE RITZ-CARLTON YACHT COLLECTION
its first vessel will be christened Evrima. Of
Venues range from casual waterside settings to
Greek origin, the name translates as ‘discovery’,
specialty dining, with highlights being Talaat
and fittingly captures the essence of travel and
Nam, a sleek, contemporary restaurant with
adventure, inspiring passengers to explore
sushi bar serving creative interpretations of
new destinations and immerse themselves in
Southeast Asian cuisine; and S.E.A, a dining
exceptional experiences.
experience curated by Sven Elverfeld of The
In a further development, the operator has also announced the culinary offerings available
ON DECK Inaugural Route: Barcelona – Palma de Mallorca Maiden Voyage: June 2020 Operator: The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Flag State: Malta Shipyard: Hijos de J. Barreras Interior Design: Tillberg Design of Sweden www.ritzcarltonyachtcollection.com
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Ritz-Carlton Wolfsburg’s three Michelinstarred restaurant Aqua.
on board, as well as the team responsible
Other outlets include Mistral, located on the
for delivering them. Matthew Kiner, Senior
outdoor deck and featuring a Mediterranean-
Manager, Food & Beverage, will oversee the
inspired menu of local catches and prime cuts;
restaurant and bar operations harnessing over
The Living Room, serving artisan coffee and
a decade of experience working at Ritz-Carlton
freshly-baked pastries; and all-day dining
properties across the USA, while chef Matthieu
venue The Pool House.
Godard has been appointed as Culinary Director.
Evrima is being designed by Tillberg Design of
According to Mark Lockwood, Senior Vice
Sweden and is currently under construction at
President, Cruise Hotel Operations, the F&B
the Hijos de J. Barreras shipyard in Vigo, Spain.
programme seeks to foster a connection with
The vessel marks The Ritz-Carlton’s entry into
the ship’s ports of call, with regionally inspired
the luxury cruise sector.
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Norwegian Encore Onda by Scarpetta NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE
ON DECK Inaugural Route: Miami – Eastern Caribbean Maiden Voyage: November 2019 Owner: Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Operator: Norwegian Cruise Line Flag State: Bahamas Shipyard: Meyer Werft Interior Design: Studio Dado www.ncl.com
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Studio Dado has joined forces with LDV
aesthetic. Furthermore, the use of arches nods
Hospitality to bring the F&B operator’s signature
to the aqueducts once found in Ancient Rome,
restaurant to the high seas for the first time,
with Studio Dado devising an aesthetic that
launching Onda by Scarpetta aboard Norwegian
mimics the ribs in the hull of a ship to translate
Cruise Line’s new Encore vessel.
the historic forms into a marine environment.
With the aim of capturing the essence of the
“Working with Studio Dado has been one of
Scarpetta brand – which takes its name from the
the most efficient design processes I’ve ever
Italian expression ‘fare la Scarpetta’ meaning to
been part of,” says John Meadow, founder and
savour a meal until the last bite – Studio Dado
President of LDV Hospitality, who believes that
began by articulating the New York eatery’s
the firm captured the ideal balance of high
approach to casual elegance, providing guests
energy and effortless elegance while preserving
with an elevated yet relaxed dining experience,
the communal and comfortable atmosphere
before amplifying the communal elements of
of the land-based concept. “We had instant
the space with a strategic floor plan and seating
chemistry and spoke the same language. Our
arrangements. The layout is key in helping
visual aesthetics were in line from day one –
passengers connect with one another and
they listened and executed immaculately.”
embrace the social aspects of dining.
The final ship to be constructed within
The studio also took inspiration from the
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Breakaway Pure class,
organic elements of the sea, applying natural
Norwegian Encore set sail on its maiden journey
materials such as walnut and Calacatta gold
in November 2019 and features several other
marble to a contemporary, minimalist Italian
dining spaces designed by Studio Dado.
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Samsara Samudra
The owner of Samsara Ubud, a luxury resort in
12 guests as well as a lounge with state-of-
central Bali, has revealed plans to add a sailing
the-art sound system, a spa room and indoor
SAMSARA
experience to its portfolio, with its custom-built
and outdoor dining spaces. Much like the
yacht set to launch in Summer 2020.
land-based resort – designed by prominent
Speaking
ON DECK Inaugural Route: Indonesia Maiden Voyage: Summer 2020 Owner: Bayu Sarwono Operator: Samsara www.samsarasamudra.com
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exclusively
to
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Indonesian architect Popo Danes – interiors are
entrepreneur Bayu Sarwono told how he left a
in harmony with nature, featuring a palette of
successful career in investment consulting to
local timber and rich green colourways to reflect
follow his dreams and open a boutique hotel.
the verdant landscape.
With the 17-villa resort now in its second year
Cabins range from the 13m2 deluxe suite to
of business, Sarwono has embarked on building
the spacious master suite measuring 35m2, and
a hospitality brand that spans land and sea.
are equipped with a king-size bed, bathtub and
Samsara Samudra – translated as Samsara
private balcony. The layout has been carefully
of the Seas – is a 44.5m phinsi-style yacht
considered with open-plan living in mind,
with a cruising speed of 10 knots. A variety of
making for plenty of opportunities to take in
itineraries travel through Indonesia’s Banda
the scenery from both the bedroom an on deck.
Islands, Komodo and Raja Ampat, taking in
According to Sarwono, Samsara Samudra
national parks, beaches, wildlife viewing and
will continue the brand’s ethos of delivering
cultural excursions. There’s also a certified
authentic, tailor-made experiences with
dive guide on board for exploration beneath
personalised service, gourmet dining and a
the surface.
carefully curated itinerary designed to reconnect
The vessel features accommodation for up to
and rejuvenate.
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Venice Simplon Orient-Express New Suites
Belmond has announced the creation of three
of dark wood. Finally, the Budapest suite –
new Grand Suites on the legendary Venice
comprising a bedroom, en-suite bathroom and
Simplon-Orient-Express, set to launch for
private living area – takes cues from Gothic
the 2020 season. Named Vienna, Prague and
and Ottoman architecture, and incorporates
Budapest after European cities the train travels
silk embroidery patterns and visuals inspired
BELMOND
to, the new additions join Venice, Istanbul and
by the winding Danube river.
Paris, which together won best suite at the AHEAD Global awards in 2019.
ON DECK Maiden Voyage: 2020 Owner: LVMH Operator: Belmond Interior Design: Wimberly Interiors www.belmond.com
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“As with everything on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, the design and careful
Designed by Wimberly Interiors, each Grand
restoration that goes into each suite, whilst
Suite will showcase the exquisite craftsmanship
respecting the original 1920s Art Deco design,
that embraces the train’s iconic history.
is extraordinary,” comments Gary Franklin,
Featuring baroque and gothic motifs along
Vice President, Trains & Cruises, Belmond.
with nods to theatre and a palette of rich gold
“Each meticulous suite will draw inspiration
and maroon, the Prague suite balances ancient
from the romance, adventure and style of each
and contemporary aesthetics by way of hand-
great European city we travel to. The suites
embroidered cushions, cubist-inspired mosaic
evoke the individual city experience whether it
patterns and marquetry adorned with red
is walking along the Charles Bridge in Prague or
garnet. Vienna, meanwhile, seeks to reflect
exploring the contrasting Gothic and Ottoman
the Austrian capital’s imperiality with gold
architecture of Budapest. They are a real tribute
and emerald green hues, a distinctive curved
to the romance and glamour of Europe and the
headboard with silk fabric panels and touches
golden era of rail travel.”
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Lufthansa Sky Retreat
What do you get when you cross a yacht with a
and drinks unit that doubles as a DJ console
passenger plane? Not a seaplane, nor a zeppelin,
for parties, multiple television screens and
LUFTHANSA TECHNIK
but Lufthansa Technik’s Sky Retreat – a concept
daybeds made for lounging. With the barrier
for high-flying VIPs that sees the interiors of
between pilot and passengers removed, the
an Airbus A220 decked out with the aesthetic
significantly extended cabin is bathed in natural
of a luxury boat.
light and adaptable to suit multiple settings.
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The designs were revealed at Monaco Yacht
The experience is enriched by a number of
Show in 2019 and envision a minimalistic
technical features including mood lighting, 4K
approach based on natural materials, bringing
displays, smart touch surfaces and connectivity
a restorative retreat above the clouds.
equipment – all seamlessly integrated.
The principal idea behind the spacious design
As Wieland Timm, Senior Director Sales, VIP
follows a natural look based on authenticity,
& Special Mission Aircraft at Lufthansa Technik
dominated by a striking wooden floor and the
states: “With its immersive Observation Deck
pure and calming design language of the various
and technical features, Sky Retreat provides a
cabin monuments.
revolution when it comes to offering a unique
Dividing the cabin into three zones – a utility
and pure flying experience. Tailoring the
area at the rear, an open lounge space in the
concept to the Airbus A220, we are targeting
middle and an observation deck at the front –
an entirely new business section in which
flyers are able to move easily around the plane
especially first time VIP jet owners benefit
to make the most of features including sky
from this extremly versatile VIP design for a
views from the extended cockpit zone, a buffet
reasonable investment.”
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Von Braun Station
The Gateway Foundation has unveiled details
is independent, the station functions like a
of Von Braun Station, the world’s first space
small community or business park, drawing on
THE GATEWAY FOUNDATION
hotel with artificial gravity, planned to begin
common resources while maintaining privacy
operation in 2025 and be fully complete by 2027.
and security. In total, the station has a capacity
Named after Werner von Braun, the American-
ON DECK Inaugural Route: Space Maiden Voyage: 2025 Owner / Operator: The Gateway Foundation Senior Design Architect: Tim Alatorre www.gatewayspaceport.com
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for 350 guests in addition to 100 crew.
German aerospace engineer who popularised
“The station is designed to address the
the rotating space station concept, the hotel will
medical challenges of micro-gravity by
feature luxury suites, bars and restaurants and
simulating lunar gravity, providing all the
will double as a research facility for scientists.
comforts of life including recreation areas,
Building on the design of the International
restaurants and bars, as well as water, air and
Space Station, Von Braun Station comprises
waste processing,” explains Senior Design
two concentric structural rings connected via
Architect Tim Alatorre. “As a species we have
spokes, which support a Habitation Ring made
had a transient and limited presence in space by
up of 24 modules. While some modules will
a small number of specialists for over 58 years.
be made on Earth, the main structure will be
We want to change that and open up space to
primarily fabricated in space by automated
anyone who wishes to work or live there.”
and semi-autonomous systems. Materials will
With plans to board the first 100 guests by
be sent to orbit then positioned, welded and
2025, tourists and scientists won’t have to wait
assembled using drones, robots, single-person
long for the opportunity to discover life in space
pods and a machine being developed by Orbital
and experience the weightlessness of a reduced
Construction called GSAL. Because each module
gravity environment.
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Infinite Possibilities SB Architects looks to bring the American West’s defunct passenger rail lines back to life with its new Infinite Explorer concept. Across America, railways once teeming with life now lay somewhat dormant following the evolution of air travel, providing little footing for hospitality development despite spanning untapped locations. Looking to transform the existing infrastructure of these underutilised spaces, SB Architects has unveiled the Infinite Explorer concept – which aims to revive the American West’s defunct rail lines. Elevating the guest experience through its innovative design, the Infinite Explorer train features cabins that open at a variety of stops, with light on the land outdoor infrastructure allowing passengers to step from their rooms and enjoy the region’s natural scenery along with adventure, wellness and dining activities. The five-night odyssey provides luxury service and amenities through an elegant dining and observation car, while its exclusive itinerary is geared towards the more intrepid traveller. “Each stop along the route is uniquely designed with an immersive activity programme to astound, delight and capture the guest’s imagination at every turn with outdoor adventures, wellness opportunities and dining experiences,” explains Scott Lee, President and Principal at SB Architects. “The Infinite Explorer is a truly one-of-a-kind hospitality experience offering infinite possibilities that may otherwise be unattainable to the adventure-seeking tourist.” The concept was honoured at the 2019 Radical Innovation Awards, which took place at the New Museum in New York City on 16 October. Through its annual competition, Radical Innovation – founded by The John Hardy Group – calls upon disruptors from around the world to propel the industry forward with imaginative concepts designed to deliver unparalleled guest experiences.
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Operator
Vessel
Shipbuilder
Tonnage
Pax
Costa Cruises
Costa Firenze
Fincantieri
135,225gt
5,260
P&O Cruises
Iona
Meyer Werft
183,900gt
5,200
Dream Cruises
Unnamed
MV Werften
204,000gt
5,000
Carnival Cruise Line
Mardi Gras
Meyer Turku
180,800gt
5,000
MSC Cruises
MSC Virtuosa
Chantiers de l’Atlantique
177,100gt
4,888
Royal Caribbean International
Odyssey of the Seas
Meyer Werft
168,666gt
4,819
Princess Cruises
Enchanted Princess
Fincantieri
143,700gt
4,402
Royal Caribbean International
Pulse of the Seas
Meyer Werft
168,666gt
4,100
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Apex
Chantiers de l’Atlantique
129,500gt
2,900
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Beyond
Chantiers de l’Atlantique
117,000gt
2,900
Virgin Voyages
Scarlet Lady
Fincantieri
110,000gt
2,860
Saga Cruises
Spirit of Adventure
Meyer Werft
55,900gt
1,000
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Seven Seas Splendor
Fincantieri
56,000gt
738
Silversea Cruises
Silver Moon
Fincantieri
40,700gt
596
Scenic Cruises
Scenic Eclipse II
3. Maj
16,500gt
228
Crystal Cruises
Crystal Endeavor
Lloyd Werft
19,800gt
200
Ponant
Le Surville
Vard
10,000gt
180
Ponant
Le Bellot
Vard
9,900gt
180
Lindblad National Geographic Cruises
National Geographic Endurance
Ulstein
n/a
126
Operator
Vessel
Shipbuilder
Tonnage
Pax
Costa Cruises
Costa Toscana
Meyer Werft
183,900gt
5,322
Princess Cruises
Discovery Princess
Fincantieri
143,700gt
3,668
Holland America
MS Nieuw Ryndam
Fincantieri
99,500gt
3,210
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Wish
Meyer Werft
144,400gt
2,500
Viking Cruises
Viking Venus
Fincantieri
47,842gt
930
Viking Cruises
Viking Tellus
Fincantieri
47,800gt
930
Silversea Cruises
Silver Dawn
Fincantieri
40,700gt
596
Viking Ocean
Viking Octantis
Vard
30,150gt
378
Le Commandant Charcot
Compagnie du Ponant
Vard
30,000gt
270
Seabourn
Seabourn Venture
Mariotti Damen Cruise
23,000gt
264
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
Hanseatic Spirit
Vard
15,540gt
230
SeaDream Cruise Line
SeaDream Innovation
Damen Shipyards Mangalia
15,600gt
220
Victory Cruise Line
Ocean Victory
China Merchants Group
7,400gt
200
Nicko Cruises
World Navigator
WestSea Shipyard
9,300gt
176
Oceanwide Expeditions
MV Janssoniu
Brodosplit Shipyard
6,300gt
174
Lindblad National Geographic Cruises
National Geographic Resolution
CRIST Shipyard, Ulstein Verft
12,000gt
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CRUISE SHIP
Italy’s Finest Adam D. Tihany unveils the world’s first design museum at sea on board Costa Smeralda.
Showcasing the finest in Italian design, fashion,
“Unlike any other passageway on board, the
cinema and innovation, the Costa Design Museum
museum’s highly contemporary stainless steel
(CoDe) is set to make its debut in December, with
portal meets the unique design challenges of
the anticipated maiden voyage of Costa Smeralda.
the space with a series of arches lit from the
The first-of-its-kind exhibition highlights
inside,” Tihany comments. “As the rings of the
the aesthetic history of the cruise company’s
tunnel separate, guests can veer off the pathway
native country by way of a 470-piece collection
to explore the exhibition spaces to the right and
curated by Matteo Vercelloni, an architect and
left of the arches. Whether just passing through
former Professor of History of Design at Milan
or lingering over the collection, the CoDe will
Polytechnic. “The CoDe aims to present, through
enrich the guest experience by celebrating Italy’s
a selection of artefacts – most of which are still
Finest in design.”
produced today – the vitality of objects and
In bringing Costa Smeralda to life, Tihany
furnishings that remain ‘classics’ of Italian
has worked closely with a team of international
design from the 1930s to the present,” Vercelloni
designers and architects, including Rockwell
explains. “The museum is a multifaceted self-
Group and Jeffrey Beers from New York, Partner
portrait of Italy over time; an intricate mosaic
Ship Design from Hamburg and Dordoni
made up of many stories.”
Architetti from Milan. In addition, he invited
Channelling the vessel’s overarching theme of
notable Italian manufacturers such as Kartell,
‘Italy’s Finest’, CoDe showcases the importance
Poltrona Frau, Alessi and Flos, to make their
of Italy as a design powerhouse. Located on
products available for the Costa Creative Team
deck 7, it occupies a space designed by Costa
to select, infusing an authentic ‘Made in Italy’
Cruises Creative Director Adam D. Tihany, and
sensibility to each space.
features an interactive ‘pass through’ attraction, encouraging guests to visit it multiple times during their cruise.
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TRANSPORT
Feedback Loop MAD Architects collaborates with Hyperloop Transportation Technology to explore green solutions.
As Hyperloop accelerates from sci-fi
as interactive information boards, keeping
concept to reality, eco-conscious architects
travellers up to date with times and routes.
and designers are working to ensure that
Elsewhere, bladeless wind turbine forests
the system does as little damage to the
positioned at sections of the track would
environment as possible in its quest to
generate a significant source of power. The
revolutionise the journey from A to B.
pylon itself – crafted from a single-mold
Partnering with Hyperloop Transportation
fiberglass – minimises the system’s footprint
Technologies (HTT), Beijing-based MAD
by elevating it 7m above ground, eliminating
Architects has put forward a series of designs
any possibility of collisions with road traffic
exploring how hyperloop infrastructure could
whilst simultaneously decreasing land
combine with both rural and urban settings
acquisition costs. And at the base of each, the
and reshape the way public space is planned
firm proposes built-in crop-growing facilities
and utilised.
to encourage urban farming, with the light
Commissioned by HTT to conceive a versatile pylon design that could feasibly act
LEDs creating self-sustainable plots.
as structural supports whilst being integrated
HTT first collaborated with MAD at the
into diverse settings, MAD’s scheme explores
2020 Expo in Dubai and has since partnered
sustainability and low-impact solutions from
with the Port of Hamburg to develop a cargo
bustling city centres to remote desert plains.
system and revealed a full-scale 320m
Harnessing solar and wind energy,
passenger system in Toulouse. The Los
MAD’s concept would see the HTT system’s
Angeles-based company is currently in the
tunnels outfitted with a surface of flexible
process of integrating its full-scale Hyperloop
and bendable solar panel skin modules that
passenger capsule for human trials in 2020.
would be used to power the vessels, as well as LEDs installed across the exterior to function
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and energy sourced from the solar-powered
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AVIATION
Aman takes to the skies High-flying fans of Aman will be pleased to learn that the Singaporebased hotel group will soon translate its offer to the skies with the Aman Private Jet. An airborne extension of the group’s land-based hospitality philosophies, the craft is available for charter between multiple Aman properties as part of bespoke itineraries. Set within a specially designed version of the luxurious Bombardier Global 5000 – a 12-seat craft with a top speed of 574mph and a range of 9,630km – passengers will have access to their own Aman Jet Concierge, a choice of inflight meals, an intimate Aman tea ceremony in the clouds and a range of Aman Skincare products. To celebrate the launch, the brand has revealed four packages taking in Aman hotels in Bali, China, Indonesia and Thailand, as well as excursions to explore the historic city of Luang Prabang, Cambodia’s temples of Angkor and Vietnam’s coastal Nui Chua National Park. Tours including Bali & Beyond, The Secrets of China, Indochina Past & Present, and From the Himalayas to the Sea will incorporate stays at Amandari, Amankila, Amanjiwo, Amanjiwo and Amanyangyun, giving guests the full spectrum of Aman experiences, from private jet to tented camp to wellness retreat.
YACHT
Velaa Private Island welcomes new luxury yacht There’s no better way to explore the waters of the Indian Ocean than by yacht, so it should come as no surprise that Velaa Private Island, a luxury resort nestled within the Noonu Atoll of the Maldives, has launched one of the fastest vessels of its kind in the region – Yacht Rania. Named after its British maker, with Rania translating to ‘princess’ in local Divehi language, the 60ft cruiser has been designed with speed, space and style in mind. Its two engines mean it can travel at speeds of up to 34 knots – rivalling the energy and power of a speedboat – while a stylish master cabin, stateroom and convertible twin room allow the vessel to host up to 10 guests, with a front sun deck complete with retractable roof and a rear outdoor level providing ample opportunity to top take in the ocean views. For the more energetic, the yacht’s hydraulic platform has space for a jet ski, while a separate tender – a Williams Jet 325 – can tow guests along the water in an inflatable fun tube, transport divers out to a reef or even allow the adventurous to step straight onto a deserted island.
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AVIATION
Waste Not, Want Not PriestmanGoode creates an exhibition of aviation service waste to raise awareness and outline steps towards a greener future.
With eco-consciousness on the rise and at
Key areas of focus include the ubiquitous meal
the forefront of industry sea-change, studios,
tray and single-use water bottles handed out
brands and travellers alike are seeking ways
to each passenger, with the firm reimagining
to address and raise awareness around issues
both as part of the showcase, utilising edible,
of waste, sustainability and green production.
biodegradable and commercially compostable
With an estimated 5.7 million tonnes of cabin
materials. Highlights include a tray constructed
waste generated on passenger flights alone, the
from coffee ground and husks mixed with lignin
travel industry has its work cut out if it is to
binder; sporks made from coconut wood; algae
assist in the global effort to rethink production,
cup liners and bamboo meal lids, whilst the
manufacturing and disposal processes.
section exploring water bottle design sees a
Taking place at London’s Design Museum
commercially compostable bioplastic and cork
from 12 September 2019 to 9 February 2020, an
makeup created for repeated but short-term use,
exhibition by leading transport design studio
encouraging passengers to reuse the vessel and
PriestmanGoode explores this topic whilst
retain it for future journeys thanks to its efficient
proposing new modes of design thinking and
shape – created to actually fit in the seat back
material innovation to tackle current and future
pocket as opposed to jutting into knees.
issues surrounding the industry’s waste problem.
“While there is currently no perfect solution,
Titled Get Onboard, the project is inspired
this design proposal aims to encourage suppliers
by an EU-commissioned research paper that
and airlines to rethink the meal service in a
outlines a stark difference in people’s awareness
more eco-friendly manner,” explains Jo Rowan,
of and intent to pursue sustainable behaviours,
Associate Strategy Director, PriestmanGoode.
and seeks to alert visitors to the sheer amount
“Particularly ahead of legislation to ban single
of waste produced.
use plastic, which in some countries is proposed for as early as 2021.” Elsewhere,
the
studio’s
visualisation
department has developed a series of animations looking to the elements of onboard service including sleep items, entertainment, shopping and toiletries. Asking viewers to consider their own behaviour, the videos pose questions including whether airlines should provide toothbrushes and toiletries when the majority of passengers already have their own. “We don’t want to take anything away from passengers,” Rowan adds. “But a lot of doubling up on things people generally travel with, means we end up with vast amounts of waste in landfill. We also know that service items are an important touchpoint for airlines, and a way they can differentiate themselves from their competition. We want to revisit the provision of services so that passengers can keep getting what they expect from a great travel experience, but at a lower environmental cost.”
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FOOD & BEVERAGE
Feast Your Eyes CRUISE SHIP Guests dining on Carnival Cruise Line’s
The Perfect Beach Day
Mardi Gras when it debuts next summer will be able to feast their eyes on some rather unconventional dishes in the form
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Royal Caribbean International has signed
we cannot wait to reveal to our guests,”
of food faces. New seafood restaurant
a memorandum of understanding with the
explains Michael Bayley, President and
Rudi’s Seagrill – created by culinary artist
government of Antigua and Barbuda for its
CEO, Royal Caribbean International.
Rudi Sodamin – will sit alongside various
first Royal Beach Club, scheduled to open
“We’re starting with a great day at a
other F&B outlets on board, but uniquely,
along a half-mile of beachfront near Fort
beautiful beach and adding even more
the food served will double as pieces of art.
James in 2021.
services and activities. Each location
Every bit as flavoursome as it is artistic,
Part of a new collection of land-based
will feature local food and music, family
the menu has been imaginatively crafted to
experiences, The Royal Beach Club at Fort
activities and custom attractions to give
feature a selection of dishes presented as
James is exclusive to Royal Caribbean
everyone plenty of options on how to
Instagrammable faces. “I’ve spent decades
passengers, and will combine the beauty of
spend their day by the ocean.”
perfecting dishes for my restaurants both
Antigua’s sandy shores with the signature
Charles Fernandez, Minister of Tourism,
onboard and ashore, but it has been such a
service and amenities of the Miami-based
Economic Development and Investments,
special experience to partner with Carnival
cruise line. While specific details have
Government of Antigua and Barbuda, adds:
to bring this exciting restaurant concept to
not yet been announced, a stop here is
“We welcome this multimillion-dollar
life,” says Sodamin. “I believe the quality
expected to feature private cabanas, a
investment into our tourism product.
of a restaurant starts on the plate, so with
swim-up bar, BBQs and live music, as well
The project will provide meaningful
Rudi’s Seagrill, I want guests to enjoy the
as thrill-seeking activities such as paddle
employment to Antiguans and Barbudans
food and feel connected to their meals in
boarding, wave runners and snorkelling.
during both the construction phase and
a fun and engaging way.”
The concept builds on the soon-to-open
the operations for years to come. We are
Ultimately, Rudi’s Seagrill will combine
Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas
truly grateful and appreciative that Royal
Sodamin’s artistry and culinary expertise
(pictured), but according to sources is a
Caribbean’s first Royal Beach Club will be
to create plates that look almost too good
distinctly different experience. “The Royal
in Antigua, which confirms confidence in
to eat.
Beach Club Collection is an adventure
our twin island state.”
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Ponant Explorers PONANT French cruise operator Ponant taps long-time collaborator Jean-Philippe Nuel for the design of its new Explorer series of ships. Words: Lauren Ho • Photography: © Nicolas Matheus (unless stated)
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e is the man behind the transformation of some of France’s most treasured heritage buildings, including the majestic Hôtel-Dieu de Lyon and Paris’ landmark
Art Deco Piscine Molitor. Over his 20-year career he has amassed a gold-list of global clients, which, along with some smaller boutique properties, includes many of the industry’s big players from Accor and Hilton to Radisson, Marriott and Meliá. And then there is his decade-long relationship with French cruise operator, Ponant. So when, four years ago, Ponant’s new owners (Artémis, the company from French billionaire François Pinault) announced an expansion of the brand with the launch of the six-ship Ponant Explorer series, tapping Jean-Philippe Nuel for the design was a no-brainer. “Over the years, I have translated my own identity through the ships,” says Nuel. “I have a close relationship and a lot of trust with Véronique [Albertini-Saadé who has been with the company since 2004 and is the current Deputy CEO]. And now, with the Pinault family, I have very easy access to talk to them directly and make decisions together.”
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Each ship has its own colour scheme featuring warm timber and rich textures alongside handcrafted materials
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The only cruise line to operate under the
for the environment. All six have an identical
French flag, over the past three decades,
layout, with 92 cabins and suites, a main
Ponant has become a byword for small-cruise
restaurant with a terrace, a 188-seat theatre,
luxury, its mix of classic and exotic itineraries,
an observatory, a grand salon and a series of
intimacy, service and gastronomic flair,
innovative additions like the spa’s streamlined
attracting cruise fans worldwide. Initially with
sauna with a viewing window, a submersible
a fleet of just five ships, including Le Ponant
mini-port to allow direct access to the sea for
– the original barque that has just 32 cabins –
water sports or zodiac excursions, and Blue Eye,
the brand’s new Explorer series is a necessary
a pioneering underwater lounge located within
move in this highly competitive multi-billion-
the hull beneath the water line.
dollar industry, where big-hitting brands
Of course, with six identical ships to design,
from Silversea to Seabourn are all making a
the challenge, for Nuel, was to create something
play to satiate cruisers’ growing proclivity for
consistent, but subtly distinct, with a strong
experiential travel.
concept that could be translated to whichever
And so, each named after a famous French
destination the ship happened to be in. “For
explorer, the vessels include Le Lapérouse and
a boat, it can be difficult to find inspiration
Le Champlain, which joined the fleet in 2018,
because you aren’t tied to one country or story,”
followed by Le Bougainville and Le Dumont-
explains Nuel. “It’s much easier with a hotel,
d’Urville in 2019, concluding with the addition
because it doesn’t move!”
of Le Jacques Cartier and Le Bellot in 2020. In
The solution, then, was to take his cues from
keeping with the cruise line’s philosophy, each
different cultures from around the world. “We
ship combines a limited guest capacity, sleek
wanted to have a design that was inspired by
design, cutting-edge technology, and respect
the different cultures of the countries the ships
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The spa’s sleek streamlined sauna has a viewing window to take in the scenery
would be travelling through,” says Nuel. “There
are rigorous fire and safety procedures, which
was no way we could focus on one specific
Nuel says are “complicated”. The point, though,
culture and population, so we decided to look at
is that the variety of fabrics and materials are
them all, with the idea to use lots of handcrafted
much more limited, which only demonstrates
elements and natural materials.”
Nuel’s impressive design knack. “It’s definitely
So, after a lot of research, Nuel realised some
a challenge,” he says. “If you want to create
patterns and shapes, like geometrical forms,
a specific design, it’s not easy to find fabrics
cropped up repeatedly, inspiring him to create
that fit the regulations and look good at the
a subtle design for the ships that could translate
same time. Also, as I was not able to use solid
to a number of different destinations without
wood, I had to find alternative solutions like
looking out of place.
using MDF, or specially treated metal made to
The result is decidedly uplifting. Each ship
This is seen to best effect in the lobby
timber and rich textures, handcrafted materials
reception area, where Nuel has created intimacy
and soft curves create an understated ease
with wooden room dividers that encircle a
for slight geographic-specific touches like
seating area featuring the Coral Ceiling Light
geometric-patterned cushions, bedspreads and
by Aqua, which sits above a Linteloo sofa and a
carpets alongside modern furnishings from
bespoke rug by Ulster, designed by Nuel himself.
brands like Ligne Roset, &Tradition and Kettal;
The wood-effect continues in the bedrooms,
lighting from Aqua Creations; and textiles
where timber-slatted walls provide a backdrop
by Kvadrat, Élitis and Delius - a specialist in
for Ligne Roset sofas, Alki armchairs, Pedrali
design-led flame-retardant fabrics.
tables and, among others, Kvadrat textiles.
In fact, as with all commercial ships, there
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look like wood.”
has its own colour scheme, while lots of warm
Meanwhile, in the book-lined Observation
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Lounge, cosy individual seating areas are
decade-long relationship, with Nuel remarking
created using low-slung Ligne Roset armchairs
that “the team are very open to hearing all my
and reading lights by Astro, which sit around
input towards the interior design”.
wooden coffee tables from German brand Made
Up next is the design for Le Commandant
in Taunus. Also one of Nuel’s favourite areas on
Charcot, Ponant’s polar exploration vessel,
the ship because of the “good balance between
which Nuel will be outfitting together with
all the elements”, the Observatory is a lovely
French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte.
spot from where to while away the day with a
For now though, the team are content with
good book, or head to for a preprandial cocktail
celebrating the success of the Explorer series,
before making your way to the dining room.
having picked up a prestigious AHEAD award for
Here, the space is defined by its curvilinear
the design of Le Champlain in November 2019.
dropped ceiling framed by concealed lighting
Facing stiff competition from the likes of Saga
and adorned with a custom-made chandelier.
and Viking, the vessel was lauded by an expert
This sits above a centrally enclosed seating area,
panel of judges for its intimate scale, warm and
creating an intimate space for guests to linger
contemporary interiors, and elegant staterooms,
over classic and contemporary dishes, such as
as well as the ensuing guest experience. High
roast chateaubriand béarnaise, with a strong
praise indeed.
French flair. Nuel often says that he doesn’t have a signature style, but his particular stamp is that his designs are always laced with an ordinate amount of thought and care. His work for Ponant is no different, which probably explains their
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Saga Spirit of Discovery SAGA CRUISES Saga Cruises enlists SMC Design – ably assisted by a focus group of loyal guests – to create its first ever newbuild ship. Words: Catherine Martin • Photography: Courtesy of Saga Cruises
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ince its first ship took to the seas back in 1997, Saga
Wilson, Senior Designer and Project Manager at SMC Design.
Cruises has been at the forefront of travel for the
“Having always inherited vessels from other companies,
over-50s. Over the years, the Folkestone-based group
they’d never had a newbuild ship before, so this was an
has championed a ‘uniquely British way to cruise’, building
opportunity to start from scratch with a wish list of services
a loyal following amongst those who favour homegrown
and facilities, not only for Saga as a company, but for
tradition, small, intimate ships and no-fly departures
passengers and crew too.”
direct from the UK. But when its inaugural vessel and
While Saga had completed various refurbishments on its
long-serving flagship Saga Rose failed to meet new SOLAS
fleet over the years, predefined deck plans of older vessels
regulations in 2009, it was forced into retirement, leaving
came with their own set of challenges, and so SMC developed
passengers bereft.
a close working relationship with the team to devise a scheme
The news came as a blow for Saga too, but the group
that would tick all the boxes. “They were relying on us as
persevered, investing in its remaining fleet to maintain and
designers to lead them to a certain degree, which gave us
upgrade. It wasn’t until 2015 – with the cruise industry on
the freedom to express ourselves,” continues Wilson. “As the
the verge of a major shake-up – that it transpired Saga had
project progressed, Saga developed an understanding of what
an ace up its sleeve, announcing that for the first time in its
they wanted – a luxury boutique cruise liner with classic feel,
history, it would launch a newbuild ship.
coupled with contemporary details.”
For Saga Cruises, it was an opportunity to reinvent the
Saga also wanted to address misconceptions around
brand and bring something new to a growing demographic
its guest profile, and so assembled a focus group of loyal
that values design, facilities and choice just as much as the
passengers to find out what really mattered to them. “From
next generation. To begin the mammoth task of creating
a very early stage, even from our initial pitch, we would
an all-new look, the group enlisted London-based studio
meet with the client, and then with the focus group,” notes
SMC Design, and in a rare move, appointed them responsible
Wilson. “The passengers themselves told us what worked
for the entire ship, from the statement funnel and livery
and what didn’t – if they didn’t like something, we knew
to the interiors, taking in artwork, branding, signage and
about it! You don’t usually get the end-user’s feedback at the
wayfinding.
time of the project so it was great insight to have.”
“The brief was to redefine Saga as a brand,” explains Ben
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Feedback ranged from mobility issues to accessible
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Cabins are styled to showcase the best in contemporary, yet classic British design while spaces for dining, socialising and relaxation include The Library and East to West
bathrooms, as well as height of the bed to lounge
after the nation’s shipping forecast areas. The
chair preferences, with the focus group even
highest-grade accommodation nods to Saga’s
being invited to Meyer Werft to try out mock-
own heritage, with The Sidney De Haan Suite
up cabins. Following the occasional tweak, the
paying homage to the group’s founder, and The
resulting cabins are contemporary and spacious,
Rose Suite – featuring botanical paintings by
measuring on average 215ft 2. Interiors are
Sally Pond – a tribute to its first ship.
styled to showcase the best in contemporary,
When it came to the public spaces, Saga
yet classic British design, and in what is one
once again had the opportunity to reinvent and
of the ship’s most distinctive features, every
redefine, ensuring layouts worked from both a
cabin has its own private balcony. “The cabins
guest and operational perspective. “We asked
are designed with a boutique hotel approach,”
Saga what they felt didn’t work on the older
explains Wilson. “We wanted each one to feel
ships, and what the ultimate goal was with
individual, and did that through changing
Spirit of Discovery,” recalls Wilson. “We wanted
various visual elements, such as the artwork,
to bring something fresh, something they didn’t
the colours of headboard and the patterns of
have before.”
the cushions.”
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On some of the older vessels for example,
In fact, the artwork – selected by the SMC
a single-level show lounge meant those
Art Consultancy – differs from cabin to cabin;
seated towards the back had restricted views
in total, there are over 1,000 pieces on board
of the stage, so SMC went about creating a
with many commissioned from British-based
450-capacity West End-style tiered theatre.
artists. The British influence can also be seen
Elsewhere, the spa – hidden away in the bowels
in the selection of materials and fittings, with
of previous ships – now enjoys a prime position
fabrics from Osborne & Little and lighting by
close to the main entrance lobby, and features
Tom Dixon and Chelsom, while suites – such
new facilities such as a sauna, steam rooms and
as Fair Isle, Hebrides and Lundy – are named
dedicated salon.
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For the F&B it was all about choice, with Saga
panelling, leather chairs and Art Deco detailing.
calling for more options for dining, socialising
A host of outdoor spaces, as well as a card game
and relaxation. With Spirit of Discovery being
room and dedicated craft area for lectures and
a larger vessel than its predecessors, SMC
workshops complete the offer, making sea days
had space to introduce new concepts, as well
all the more enjoyable.
as reinvent time-honoured classics. “The
Four years in-the-making, Spirit of Discovery
Britannia Lounge was a firm favourite on the
took its maiden voyage in July, marking a proud
older ships so we wanted to retain it,” notes
moment for SMC Design. Despite the vessel’s
Wilson, describing the multi-purpose lounge
scale, the variety of intimate spaces on board
as a double-height space with panoramic
feels more like a boutique hotel than a cruise
windows, making the perfect spot from which
ship, which Wilson credits to Saga’s vision
to take in the views. There’s also a majestic
to entrust one firm with the entire creative
Grand Dining Room, a buffet-style grill, and
identity, resulting in a cohesive design scheme.
East to West, a dining concept brought over
It’s a proud moment for Saga Cruises
from Saga Sapphire, its interiors here featuring
too. “This ongoing journey sees everyone at
Asia-inspired design elements such as fretwork
Saga Cruises pioneering the future of British
screens and embroidered soft furnishings.
boutique cruising, creating a host of unique,
Specialty restaurant Coast to Coast – an intimate
new experiences, both ashore and at sea, and
seafood restaurant serving the best of British
providing a fresh new concept in the global
catches – has been introduced in line with
cruising market,” commented COO Nigel Blanks
passenger feedback, while other newcomers
on its launch. “Our thanks go to the impeccable
include a living room, library and The South
team for all their ongoing work on our iconic,
Cape Bar, the latter featuring elegant timber
stunning new ship.”
ON DECK Route: Europe Owner: Saga Group Operator: Saga Cruises Flag State: UK Shipyard: Meyer Werft Interior Design: SMC Design www.saga.co.uk
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Sanctuary Nile Adventurer SANCTUARY RETREATS Slowly sailing down the Nile, the recently relaunched vessel from Sanctuary Retreats blends Egypt’s history with contemporary comforts and nautical style. Words: Renate Ruge • Photography: Courtesy of Sanctuary Retreats
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ven before the Pharaohs ruled ancient
Bangkok-based ZenGeo is responsible for the
Egypt, the Nile – the world’s longest river
new look and has also overseen the fit-out
stretching over 4,000 miles from sea to
of Sanctuary Retreats’ sister ships, Sunboat
source – has transported goods, animals and
IV in Egypt, the Yangzi Explorer in China and
people. The great pyramids of Giza were built
the Ananda in Myanmar. “The first thing I
using granite and limestone brought from the
considered was how the new design would work
south, 1,000 miles north by boat, while early
for the on-board service team and how it would
19th and 20th century travellers fascinated by
translate into a luxury cruise experience,” says
Egyptian history and mystery, cruised this
Chitrabamrung. “Quality finishes throughout
journey of a lifetime on paddle steamers – also
were important as well as bringing balance to
the inspiration for Agatha Christie’s famous
all aspects of the design concept and keeping
novel, Death on the Nile.
the requirements of key stakeholders – owners,
Today’s modern river boats like the
“With only 32 cabins, creating an intimate
romance. Following a complete redesign and
and exclusive atmosphere was also a priority
refurbishment, this 66m-long river cruiser is
and so that guests feel instantly welcome, we
back in the water, sailing through the Southern
created relaxed shared lounges to help people
Nile Valley on three- and four-day cruise
connect with their fellow cruising companions.”
itineraries between Aswan and Luxor. The
Boat manager Mostafa Awad agrees that
elegant craft is much like a floating boutique
connecting with passengers was key and is
hotel and sets a new standard of luxury in Nile
proud of the highly personalised service he and
river cruising.
his crew offer: “We build personal relationships
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investors and end-users front of mind.
Sanctuary Nile Adventurer aim to recreate this
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with our clients, combining kindness and care
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The new-look dining room has a live cooking area where demonstrations show guests how to make popular regional dishes
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with luxury, and, as we have a limited number
the river. The teak deck gleams in the sunlight,
of guests onboard, we’ve created a private and
vanilla coloured drapes surround private
club-like atmosphere,” he says.
cabanas and daybeds with terracotta cushions
The transformed ship has four passenger
emulate the colour and shapes of sand dunes.
decks, an indoor deck and sun deck as well as the
Bronze bowls filled with deep orange towels
indoor lounge bars serving morning coffee and
surround a cool blue mosaic pool.
afternoon tea. The reception area and restaurant
Inside, lighting is designed to evoke the
are found on the main deck and there’s an open-
golden hour and the warm hues of Egyptian
air gym and a new spa treatment room as well
sunsets; fabrics and wallcoverings in cool blues
as a laundry and gift shop. Refreshed interiors
and silver emulate water views; handwoven
are clean-lined, blending contemporary style
carpets are locally made; and ornaments and
with authentic character. “Inspired by the river
carefully chosen antiques are a nod to local
itself, we created bright and airy spaces so
history and Egypt’s blend of East and West.
you can almost feel a fresh breeze through all
For Chitrabamrung, the lounge bar is her
areas of the ship and guests feel refreshed and
favourite space. “It sums up the character of
relaxed each time they step on board,” notes
the ship,” she explains. “Handpainted details
Chitrabamrung.
and locally handcrafted artefacts have their own
The sundeck is the ship’s crowning glory, an
stories to tell. A soft colour palette is evocative
outdoor oasis of relaxation where guests can
of the landscape along the Nile, reminiscent of
enjoy riverside scenes of fisherman throwing
sandstone temples, water and sky.”
lines into the water, small children paddling and
There are 28 standard cabins, two spacious
waving from the shallows and peaceful vistas
junior suites with private dining areas and
of date palms fringing the lush green banks of
two larger presidential suites with living and
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dining spaces, private balconies and ‘floating’
at private docks along the journey. Excursions
four-poster beds. All cabins have panoramic
ashore include the Temples of Kom Ombo,
river-facing windows, double closets, en-suite
Luxor and Karnak and the Valley of the Kings
bathrooms with bathtub and shower. Large LCD
and Queens, while a trip to Elephantine Island
screens and satellite televisions are mounted
is aboard traditional felucca boats.
on the wall above desks and bedheads feature embedded lighting and brass pendant lights.
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Captain Ahmed Hussein is the highly skilled navigator at the helm, who relies on his 35
When it comes to catering and supplies,
years’ local sailing experience and instinct.
the kitchen team led by Head Chef Hamdy is
Despite his extensive knowledge of the river,
committed to sustainability and supporting local
he believes: “The Nile is always full of surprises
producers. Fruit and vegetables are picked from
and new experiences.”
where they grow best, like mangos from Esna.
Luxor has been the capital of Nile river cruising
The new-look dining room has a live cooking
since Thomas Cook started packaged holidays
area where demonstrations show guests how
here in 1869. It’s also home to Tutankhamun
to make popular regional dishes like kushari, a
and Memnon – the rulers of dawn – whose
mixture of black lentils, rice and chickpeas with
massive statues greet approaching boats,
a spicy tomato sauce.
towering over the river. “I am prouder than
Shoreside experiences are also carefully
ever to welcome guests onboard to experience
planned: every Sanctuary cruise is culturally
our warm hospitality and exquisite ambiance
immersive with expert Egyptologists leading
on the quintessential Nile adventure,” says Adel
visits to sacred sites. Itineraries start in Aswan,
Fathy, Boat Manager, adding: “After 27 years, I
stopping at Esna, Kom Ombo and Luxor for
still feel a thrill when we glide past an ancient
two nights, where the cruise ends, mooring
temple at sunset.”
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Aqua Blu AQUA EXPEDITIONS Aqua Expeditions expands its fleet with a refurbished British naval explorer set to sail Indonesia’s diverse archipelago. Words: Catherine Martin • Renderings: Courtesy of Aqua Expeditions
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hen Francesco Galli Zugaro, founder and CEO of Aqua Expeditions, spoke to Starboard ahead of its inaugural publication back in the Spring of 2018,
he outlined ambitious plans for expansion, revealing that much of his time is spent scouting new locations as well as searching for boutique vessels that align with the brand’s tailor-made ethos. At the time, the luxury cruise line operated two vessels; Aria Amazon, which takes in sights along the Peruvian Amazon, and Aqua Mekong, sailing on Vietnam and Cambodia’s transboundary river. Having taken trips to assess waterways across Central and South America, sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia, Galli Zugaro was confident he could enter new markets and build on an already loyal client base. Now, 18 months on, the first phase of his expansion plan is coming to fruition, with Aqua Blu taking its maiden voyage in Indonesia. “We are excited to launch a new addition to our fleet and enter three new destinations, a project that has been three years in the planning,” explains Galli Zugaro. “Aqua Blu – Aqua Expeditions’ first coastal vessel – is a distinctive explorer yacht with naval pedigree, and will explore Komodo National Park, Spice Islands and Raja Ampat on 7- and 12-night itineraries.” Having fallen in love with small-ship cruising while working in the Galapagos, Galli Zugaro is a hands-on CEO, ensuring every element of the vessel and its itinerary meets
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Interiors feature oak parquet flooring and plush carpets along with furniture by Minotti and soft furnishings from Jim Thompson
his exacting standards. He even hosts a number of
with local influences, reflecting and respecting local
trips himself, and was in Bali to unveil the results of
culture. Details of the décor have a sense of Indonesia,
Aqua Blu’s refurbishment to Starboard in an exclusive
such as the historic lithographic maps of the region,
first-look ahead of the maiden voyage.
and combine with the best amenities you would expect
Arriving by tender, Aqua Blu is a picture of elegance,
In bringing the interiors to life, Cor D. Rover worked
pure white of the upper decks. The vessel itself has
with Galli Zugaro’s wife, Birgit, as well as long-time
a rich history, built in 1968 as British naval explorer
collaborator David Cole of DJC Studio, who has been
HMS Beagle before eventually being decommissioned
responsible for upgrades and maintenance across all
in 2002 and converted to a private yacht. So when Galli
Aqua Expeditions’ vessels. “Birgit and I work very
Zugaro first set eyes on it in Genoa in 2016, he knew
closely on all aspects of the interior design while
it would make a notable addition to his fleet. “We
Francesco oversees everything to ensure it is in line
could have gone for any large, modern explorer yacht
with his overarching vision,” explains Cole. “The
but we wanted one that had a history and a legacy,”
focus is on subtle luxury, comfort and ultimately the
he explains. “The fact that she was a British naval
guest experience.”
explorer really spoke to me.”
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on an explorer yacht.”
its exterior repainted in a chic grey to accompany the
The creative team overhauled all 15 cabins in
Galli Zugaro then went about bringing the ship to
addition to the public spaces, which, despite the
Singapore, where it underwent a four-month re-fit to
challenges associated with a small floorplate, include
upgrade the vessel to the same level of luxury as Aria
a spacious salon, dining room, lounge bar and library.
Amazon and Aqua Mekong. Having previously worked
“Aqua Blu is understated and elegant,” continues
with Peruvian designer Jordi Puig and Vietnam-
Cole. “We retained as much as possible of the original
based studio Noor, the refurbishment was this time
yacht, such as the wonderful oak parquet flooring, and
entrusted to Dutch yacht design maestro Cor D.
have upgraded and enhanced other elements. Neutral
Rover. And while it’s clearly of the same family, Aqua
colours are used to create a calm environment that
Blu is one-of-a-kind with a scheme that honours
allows guests to relax and enjoy the surroundings in
its heritage yet instils a sense of place. “We don’t
style and comfort.”
have a cookie-cutter approach; each vessel has its
Every cabin is different depending on its location
own distinct personality,” confirms Galli Zugaro.
on the ship – some have interconnecting rooms for
“Our products marry elegant contemporary design
families or group travel, others offer private deck
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access. All are sea-facing however and share
thanks to its size, speed and technologically-
a similar aesthetic, with natural light, plush
advanced stabilisers. For the activity-seekers,
carpets and leather headboards along with
Aqua Blu also comes equipped with snorkelling
furniture by Minotti and soft furnishings
gear, kayaks and paddleboards, and there’s a
from silk-makers Jim Thompson. Bathrooms
divemaster on board to help navigate the best
have been completely gutted and now feature
dive sites.
spacious showers – a real luxury on a vessel
Add to that the operator’s 1:1 crew-to-guest
of this size – while locally inspired touches
ratio, expert-guided excursions and cuisine
come from the Dutch lithographs hanging on
crafted by acclaimed chefs, and a trip on Aqua
the wall, each dating back to the 16th and 17th
Blu makes for quite the experience. “Every Aqua
centuries and depicting the history of the Spice
experience offers fresh insights and a unique
Islands. Elsewhere, books on local history and
perspective on the destination, its local wildlife,
culture line the library, and gold leaf tableware
heritage and culture,” concludes Galli Zugaro.
by Bali-based Gaya Ceramic features prints
“Aqua Blu is the first FIT yacht permanently
from The Malay Archipelago, a book by British
based in East Indonesia with year-round
naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace.
departures; it enables explorers to go farther
Out on deck, there’s a hot-tub, work-out zone and plenty of opportunities to take in the
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and faster in this vast region and in greater safety and comfort.”
scenery as the boat traverses the fabled spice
And there’s more to come form Aqua
trade route through the heart of the Coral
Expeditions. According to Galli Zugaro, a
Triangle. Itineraries cover tropical islands where
newbuild, 20-suite river boat will launch in
wildlife, culture and age-old traditions reside,
October 2020, bringing a new level of luxury to
with the vessel able to reach sites others can’t
the Amazon. Watch this space.
ON DECK Route: Indonesia Owner / Operator: Aqua Expeditions Flag State: Indonesia Interior Design: Cor D. Rover; DJC Studio; Birgit Galli Zugaro www.aquaexpeditions.com
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Beyond the Buffet Line Food and beverage is the hot topic amongst cruise ships across the industry, with operators tapping celebrity chefs bring their culinary adventures to life. Words: Ayesha Khan
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or many, the concept of dining on a cruise ship invokes images of the classic lido deck, where passengers clad in flip-flops and shorts queue up at buffet lines brimming with a nondescript hodgepodge of seafood and low-brow burgers and fries. Thankfully, the world’s leading cruise lines are working tirelessly to debunk the myth of dining on a ship. Today, a
galaxy of Michelin-starred chefs, ranging from Daniel Boulud to Ramon Frexia, are taking a genuine interest in cruise lines, just as they did in hotels in decades past, realising that guests cruise because they appreciate good food and destination-driven culinary enrichment. “I had been a long-time cruiser and always viewed great food as central to the experience, but it was something that had started to lack among cruise lines,” says celebrated chef Jacques Pépin, who serves as Executive Culinary Director for Oceania Cruises, explaining the impetus behind his own involvement in the industry’s culinary revolution. The result of this culinary awareness is not only an honour roll of chefs, representing cuisines from Asian-Hawaiian to entirely plantbased, it is also a change in the kind of shore excursions brands are offering. “Every guest demographic shares a love of food,” says Barbara Muckermann, Chief Marketing Officer of Silversea, speaking about the brand’s new immersive culinary programme, S.A.L.T. “But what they really love about food is that it is the key to get to know a culture. S.A.L.T. is not intended to make our ships like hotels, it is designed to form meaningful connections between travellers and destinations, through culinary discovery.” With every cruise line approaching culinary from a different vantage point, a well-rounded, burgeoning new dining culture is making sailing the high seas all the more exciting. Always ahead of the culinary curve, Oceania prided itself on offering ‘The Finest Cuisine at Sea’ long before other cruise lines were scouring
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Clockwise from far left: Cornelius Gallagher and Daniel Boulud, Ramon Freixa, Jacques Pepin, Roy Yamaguchi, Jean-Phillipe Maury
the pages of the Michelin Guide in search of chefs to partner with. As far as partnerships are concerned, Oceania chose Jacques Pépin to be its Executive Culinary Director. Rather than simply lending his name to the brand, Pépin has been intimately involved for the past 17 years. Speaking to what attracted him to the line, Pépin notes: “They hire great talent, they invest a great deal in the best equipment, and they source perishable ingredients every few days; nothing is pre-prepared or frozen. Overall, their investment in the culinary experience is greater than any other cruise brand. This approach allows them to operate the ships like great
“We start with the best ingredients and keep it tasty, keep it seasonal and keep it simple. To me every dish represents a destination somewhere in the world.” DANIEL BOULUD
more context for understanding local food culture,” Sachs explains. For those who prefer savoring cooking rather than getting their hands dirty, S.A.L.T. Kitchen will offer menus that completely change as the ship glides into each new port. After hours will be spent in the S.A.L.T. Bar learning the tricks of mixology. For Celebrity Cruises, a partnership with New York-based superstar chef Daniel Boulud was logical. The brand’s Associate Vice President of F&B Operations, Cornelius Gallagher is a former chef at the storied Daniel, Boulud’s flagship restaurant. “I remember when I was at culinary school, watching Boulud cook, and saying one day I’m going to cook for that chef. Having the
floating restaurants.” The brand also was the first to start hands-on
opportunity to partner with him is the pinnacle
cooking classes at sea, where guests can truly
of my career,” he gushes. The collaboration has
immerse themselves in everything from knife
three facets: a chef’s table experience bookable
skills and mastering the perfect emulsion to the
by any guest; a special menu at Luminae, the
food of Patagonia and even how to throw down
inclusive dining room for suite guests; and
a decent barbecue. Being ahead of the curve in
a mentorship programme, where the fleet’s
culinary programming has also allowed Oceania
own chefs are able to spend time in Boulud’s
the agility to adapt to the new ways in which
kitchen learning from the master himself. “The
guests eat. Offering one of the most extensive
chef’s table menu represents the cuisine of my
plant-based menus at sea – with options from
restaurants. It’s an opportunity for any guest to
cuisines as diverse as Middle Eastern, Korean,
be able to book a journey through the flavour of our cuisine,” Boulud explains. “People
Thai, Vietnamese, Mexican and Malaysian – the brand is constantly evolving its menus to
Sachs. “We’re putting together really exciting,
enjoy cruising because they like to socialise.
stay abreast. Perhaps one of the most decadent
compelling experiences around taste and food
We give them an opportunity to sit down with
dining experiences at sea is Oceania’s Dom
culture connecting what you see and do and
others who share the same passion for food
Perignon-paired menu programme, where up
taste on land with what’s happening on board
and for wine. You let the chef decide what to
to 40 guests feast on six diverse courses each
in a way that’s truly unique in the industry.”
cook, what to drink, and we just let the guests
Taking Sachs’ journalistic approach to food
have a wonderful dining experience,” he adds.
discovery, guests will visit local markets;
An evening at the Chef’s Table begins with a
There is no doubt that cruise brands keep a
learn about indigenous ingredients and food
champagne reception followed by a tour of the
constant eye on the competition. So perhaps
traditions; meet with wine producers and
galley, complete with photos with the chef and
Silversea had a close eye on Oceania’s playbook
socialise with fellow culinary thinkers that
crescendos into an elaborate five-course meal
when it launched S.A.L.T., the culinary concept
Sachs has befriended over his career. Back on
with optional wine pairings. Guests leave with
to be debuted aboard Silver Moon in 2020. An
board, guests will meld minds at the S.A.L.T.
a copy of Boulud’s cookbook, and there are also
acronym for Sea and Land Taste, and helmed
Lab, where they learn how to apply the
recipes on the website to browse and try before
by former Editor-in-Chief of Saveur and three-
traditions and ingredients they’ve learned about
guests embark on their cruise. At Luminae,
time James Beard Journalism Award winner
during their excursions. “By bringing regional
Boulud invites guests on a culinary journey
Adam Sachs, this concept takes a deeper dive
chefs, producers, authors and others aboard to
around the world. “We start with the best
into shore excursions than any other brand.
share their passion and expertise through talks
ingredients and keep it tasty, keep it seasonal
“I think travellers are constantly searching
and hands-on demos and cooking lessons in
and keep it simple. To me every dish represents
for deeper connections and memorable ways
Silver Moon’s S.A.L.T Lab, we’re able to extend
a destination somewhere in the world,” he says
to connect with the places they visit,” says
the learning experience and give our guests
of the meals on offer.
paired with a signature vintage from the storied champagne house.
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“Every demographic shares a love for food, but what guests really love about it is that it is the key to get to know a culture.”
BARBARA MUCKERMANN CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER, SILVERSEA
Surf N’ Turf rolls by Roy Yamaguchi aboard MSC Seaside
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Relative cruise newbie MSC has always adopted
that is unique in cruising, since Asian Market
a more-is-more approach as it tries to find its
Kitchen is three restaurants in one,” Yamaguchi
footing in a fiercely competitive market. MSC
says of the hybrid sushi, teppanyaki and a la
therefore boasts more chef partnerships than
carte venue. Another unique chef partnership
its competitors on board its 4,500-passenger
is all about the sweets – courtesy of award-
megaships. It’s one thing to offer tasting
winning pastry chef and chocolatier Jean-
menus and luxury champagne pairings on small
Philippe Maury. Guests are engaged as master
vessels and quite another to scale up the luxury
chocolatiers create edible art at an engaging
dining approach, but MSC manages to bring the
chocolate atelier and can even customise their
culinary wow factor in spades. Michelin-starred
own candy bars. “It was important for me to
chef Ramon Frexia has created an engaging
enable guests to see that everything we serve is
tapas bar while celebrated chef Roy Yamaguchi
made fresh on board, including the chocolate,”
brings an interesting take on Asian cuisine.
Maury says, explaining that guest enrichment is
“My cuisine in particular is something unique
as important to him as it is to the brand.
in that it combines my Hawaiian upbringing
With a new generation of seafaring foodies
with my Japanese heritage. Our priority was
seeking more gastronomic sophistication
to bring my unique approach, flexibility and
than ever before, cruise lines are no doubt
culinary diversity to a totally new setting, while
upping their game with celebrity chef-helmed
creating dishes with fresh, vibrant flavours in
restaurants and programmes, developing
a variety of seafood, meat and vegetable items.
winning recipes that keep their passengers
There is truly something for everyone in a space
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The Awards for Hospitality Experience and Design opens for entries in the Americas region, marking the return of a dedicated transport category.
AHEAD – the Awards for Hospitality Experience
an intimate, tranquil experience with refined
and Design – has announced the opening of its
interiors and architecture by Yasushi Horibe.
Americas entries process, and the return of its dedicated transport category. Seeking out the latest and greatest in hospitality
prize following the brand’s largest ever refit,
transport design, the accommodation-on-the-
with the vessel encompassing 10 F&B venues
move prize recognises and celebrates cruise
along with a swathe of entertainment venues
ship, river boat, aeroplane and train design
including a casino, saloon, lounge and theatre.
across the region.
Whilst water-based projects have taken the
Part of the wider AHEAD programme, judges
statues thus far, other finalists have included
will be on the lookout for innovations and
Shiki Shima – a 10-car hybrid powered sleeper
achievements in both form and function, with
train operated by the East Japan Railway
the panel considering a criterion of aesthetic
Company; the Anantara private jet experience,
excellence, commercial viability, smart use of
which flies guests between its hotels in Thailand,
budget and the meeting of needs and desires of
Sri Lanka and the Maldives; and Fingal, a
client and customer alike.
luxury floating hotel permanently berthed at
Previous winners include the Jean-Philippe
Edinburgh’s vibrant waterfront marina.
Nuel-designed Ponant Le Champlain – part
Winners of AHEAD Americas – which also
of a new fleet whose interiors make use of
includes categories for land-based projects
handcrafted elements and natural materials – as
– will be announced in June 2020 during a
well as Guntû – a 19-cabin floating ryokan off the coast of Japan’s Seto Inland Sea – combining
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At the other end of the scale, the 51,000-tonne Crystal Symphony claimed the 2019 Americas
ceremony held at Faena Forum, Miami.
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EVENTS
Cruise Ship Interiors Expo 4-5 December 2019 BARCELONA
Cruise Ship Interiors Expo unveils a stellar line-up of speakers for its inaugural Europe conference.
Clockwise from top left: Adam D. Tihany, George Scammell, Peter Joehnk and David McCarthy
Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe (CSIE) – a new
Johansson, Partner and Executive Director,
event focused on interior design, architecture
Tillberg Design of Sweden; David McCarthy,
and fit-out in the cruise industry – has released
Marine Development Director, AD Associates;
full details of its conference programme, set to
Eleonora Brugnolotto, Design Manager, Crystal
run alongside a sold-out exhibitor showcase
Cruises; and Stefanie Jentz, Senior Project
and a host of networking opportunities.
Manager, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises.
Taking place at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, the
Conference attendees can also explore the
agenda sees 30 industry leaders come together
products and services of 160 exhibitors, with
to discuss a variety of topics – from innovations
launches and live demonstrations from a
in materials to river cruising and cruise ship re-
variety of brands including Bolidt, Harlequin,
fits – offering insight into the opportunities and
JC Hospitality, Kettal, Loloey, Morbern, Roda,
challenges faced by the sector in both newbuild
Spradling and Tuuci.
and refurbishment projects.
Elsewhere in its portfolio, Elite Exhibitons
Confirmed speakers across a series of
has launched Cruise Ship Hospitality Expo –
keynotes and panel sessions include Adam D.
geared towards F&B and operations – set to
Tihany, Principal and Founder, Tihany Design;
take place at Miami Beach Convention Center
Greg Walton, CEO and Founding Partner, Studio
alongside CSIE America from 16-17 June 2020.
Dado; Anne Mari Gullikstad, CEO, YSA Design;
The group will also debut Connected Cruise Ship
Andy Yuill, Managing Director, SMC Design;
Expo America – focusing on connectivity and
Peter Joehnk, Managing Partner, Joi Design;
emerging technologies – which will be held on
George Scammell, Director, Interior Design & Operations, Holland America Group; Fredrik
13-14 October 2020.
www. cruiseshipinteriors-europe.com
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EVENTS
Seatrade Cruise Global 20-23 April 2020 MIAMI
Seatrade Cruise Global reveals details of the 2020 programme as it gears up to celebrate its 35th anniversary.
Seatrade Cruise Global – the world’s largest
today’s operators, while attendees can find
cruise industry event with over 13,000 attendees
presentations on the latest interior trends at
– will return to Miami for its 35th edition next
the Design Lounge.
April, bringing the marine sector together for
“We are proud of the role Seatrade Cruise
four days of networking and product sourcing.
Global plays in the cruise industry. It highlights
Running alongside, a conference programme
the excitement of cruising, as well as the
will address topics such as sustainability,
economic and cultural impact it has on related
diversity, safety and security. The seminar space
businesses and communities,” says Chiara
will be divided into various settings with The
Giorgi, Global Brand & Event Director. “There
Promenade hosting thought-provoking sessions
are many ways to conduct business today, but
from senior cruise executives and influencers,
the value of face-to-face interaction cannot be
together with cooking demonstrations and
replaced with online forums or webinars. The
other receptions. The area will also present
2020 event will feature a range of critical topics
innovations in hotel operations and concessions,
including IT, expedition, design and more –
while a central networking and meetings lounge
with perspectives from leaders both within and
will allow delegates to establish and strengthen
outside the cruise industry. It’s shaping up to
contacts with key buyers and distributors from
be a line-up you won’t want to miss!”
cruise lines such as Carnival UK, Norwegian
Other events in the portfolio include Seatrade
Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International,
Cruise Med, taking place in Malaga from 16-17
Silversea, TUI and Viking Ocean Cruises.
September 2020, and Seatrade Europe, which
Elsewhere, the Cruising Innovations Theatre will deliver stimulating conversation on
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returns to Hamburg from 8-10 September 2021.
www.seatradecruiseevents.com
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SPECIFIER
CARGO Brintons The Parlor The Parlor collection by Brintons takes its inspiration from traditional parlour games that Surrealist artists would play in order to pass the time and unlock the true creative essence. The range comprises unique Axminister designs with surprising linear transitions, whilst glowing neon hues contrast with moody velvet textures, bringing to mind intimate social spaces such as public houses, which have always held a strong sense of community and were conventionally occupied by the greats of the literary and art worlds. Each fully customisable Axminster broadloom design is woven in Brintons’ signature 80% wool and 20% nylon yarn blend, offering a combination of performance, longevity and comfort underfoot. www.brintons.net
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PROFILE
Designing With Brand As competition hots up, SMC Design identifies three key drivers for owners and operators that define why brand is paramount to a successful product and why design sits at the heart of it all.
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The modern traveller is no longer looking for just a cruise, rather a journey that inspires a connection with a brand and an experience that resonates with them on a personal level. Emotion: As passengers’ priorities continue to evolve, it’s more important than ever for brands to connect with audiences on a deeper, more personal level. Do the environments appeal to their sensibilities, and are we as designers supporting the lifestyle preferences and aspirations of the guests? When creating new experiences, we are responsible for discerning the appetites of the market, with a genuine understanding of what it is that the passenger is looking for and delivering something that both challenges them and offers the unexpected. Value: Brands are valuable, they are psychology and science brought together as a promise of quality. While products have life cycles that soon expire, brands offer permanence and convey integrity, experience and character. We must look at all the facets of what makes a brand from the basis of design
– from interiors to the story behind the art, intelligent planning to the dressing of a space, and from the graphics of an environment to the experience on offer. Working with owners, we create coherent, meaningful identities and experiences through design, which define and perpetuate all that the brand stands for. Competition: Operators and brands looking to earn passenger loyalty must have a message different to others that is true to their core ideals, and this in turn must appeal to the market. Through the creation of key design pillars that flow throughout a ship, an identity will emerge that will captivate such appeal. We are not only creating environments but aesthetics that passengers will relate to and associate with the brand. Whether this be the grounding of key material statements, the narrative in the artworks or the characterising forms in vessel architecture – we build identities that sing the story of the brand. www.smc-design.com
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Tal Danai Artlink Starboard caught up with Tal Danai, founder and CEO of Artlink, to discuss the opportunities, challenges and future of art curation on cruise ships. What marine projects are you working on at the moment? We are currently finishing Costa Smeralda, an exciting new ship under the design directorship of Adam Tihany, whose concept the ‘Best of Italy’ has been carried out by four acclaimed design practices: Jeffrey Beers International, Rockwell Group, Partner Ship Design and Dordoni. How does selecting art for land-based hotels differ from selecting it for cruise ships? When we curate for a hotel, especially in urban locations, we assume that the attention a guest will give to the art will be very short, and we therefore have to deliver strong one-liners. On a ship however, passengers are on board for a minimum of a few days, so the attention paid to art is potentially much longer. As a result, we curate to a different pace of view, creating layers of interest and inspiration, and delivering impacts that linger rather than present themselves.
Zieher Star The Star decanter by Zieher features a unique central element, which allows oxygen to be mildly folded and integrated into the wine when slewed, animating the serve and allowing it to develop its own flavours beyond just the surface. The carafe features a recessed grip at the bottom to improve the swirl during filling and slewing, while also guaranteeing safe handling and creating a firm stand from which to serve. Furthermore, a black silicone collar enclosed in the box offers an attractive base and allows for the inclined positioning of the decanter. www.zieher.com
What are the challenges of selecting art for a cruise ship? There are many challenges; the first is to best understand the brand and its guests. This may sound simple, as all brands provide well-crafted identity materials and statistics about their guests. However, to excel, we should try to converse with the brand and dig out what is not necessarily told but may translate well through the powerful tools of art. We should look beyond the guest statistics and obvious readings, and use our knowledge and experience to deliver beyond expectations. Ships are also built in classes, which means that they are often identical with only minor changes to the interiors. The role of art therefore gains more importance, as does our ability to make a difference in the character, look and feel, and identity of the ship. Our work in the marine sector is complex and challenging, but the satisfaction from each such successful project is rewarding. Where do you see art on cruise ships headed in the future? As ship design becomes more sophisticated, diverse and sensitive to the shades of guest expectations, the scope of our work will expand. We see more openness and interest on behalf of brands to accommodate meaningful art, to go beyond the obvious assignment of decorating and enhancing interior design by providing inspirational and multi-layered artwork that complements the brand identity. www.artlink.com
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CASE STUDY
CASE STUDY
Ulster Queen Elizabeth
Lasvit The Royal Princess
Ulster has demonstrated its reputation in marine projects once again with its contribution of bespoke carpets to the iconic Queen Elizabeth cruise ship. Having previously worked on Queen Mary 2 in 2016, and Queen Victoria in 2017, the brand’s contribution to this latest vessel marks its participation on all three Queens in the Cunard fleet. Collaborating with Alan McVitty, founder and CEO of M Studio Design, alongside Alison Clixby, Hotel Design Director of Cunard, the Northern Irish firm has created a series of bespoke designs, tailored specifically to blend the ship’s elegant Art Deco heritage with contemporary interior furnishings and colour schemes. Ulster produced 45,000m² of carpet with a variety of customised patterns specifically tailored to match the décor of each specific area, ranging from the grand lobby stairs and landing, through to an extensive range of shops, restaurants, suites, staterooms and cabins. Designs previously used on Queen Mary and Queen Victoria have been referenced in places before being recoloured and modified, while other areas on the vessel have been refreshed with the addition of contemporary, sharply delineated Art Deco geometrics and natural forms. www.ulstercarpets.com
Christened by the Duchess of Cambridge at a ceremony in Southampton, The Royal Princess brings beautiful light to the blue depths of the ocean. Lasvit contributed to the luxurious, royal feel of the ship’s interiors, with designer Petra Šostáková creating installations for the main atrium and stairs, taking inspiration from the teeming life under the water’s surface and arranging marine creatures in seemingly random groupings. On board the vessel, the reflection of the sea surface is seen all around and the optical attributes of hand-blown glass components embody the aquatic elements. This nautical opulence continues into the dining space, with pearl necklacestyle glass installations designed by Lui Kawasmi lining the room. These designs draw upon the magical experience of finding a pearl inside a shell and the elegance of a pearl necklace. Lasvit’s custom-made installations are all crafted from hand-blown glass, paying respect to Czech glassmaking traditions, whilst also incorporating the use of modern technologies and cutting-edge design. www.lasvit.com
The Sunkist Commercial Juicer is recognized by the industry as one of the most reliable commercial citrus juicers on the market. With its unique metal strainer that oscillates an operator can easily extract between 20-25 gallons of juice per hour using pre-cut citrus. The juicer comes with three extracting bulbs and is made in the USA. Please visit us at our new website: www.sunkistequipment.com
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JC Hospitality Ventus Australis Working alongside designers at Enrique Concha & Co., JC Hospitality has supplied custom-made furniture for the Ventus Australis expedition cruise ship in Patagonia, Chile. The products created were adapted to meet the vessel’s needs, including being salt-air resistant, non-slip and lightweight whilst also maintaining stability. JC Hospitality outfitted the cabin furniture, lounges, games rooms and dining spaces, while in the cabins – where the design is inspired by 19th century travel – a luxurious and comfortable luggage style was developed as a natural fit for the expedition ship. Exemplary of the high attention to detail and customisation that the manufacturer presented with each piece, the drawers
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are all lined with antique nautical maps of Chile, with other spaces featuring a combination of brass, marble, and wood finishes on bespoke table and seating pieces characterised by elegant curves, which complement the ambiance of each room. Aside from Ventus Australis, JC Hospitality has also supplied pieces for the MV Magellan Explorer – a small ship purpose-built for Antarctica21 Air-Cruises. With interior spaces designed to enhance the traveller’s experiences and connection to the surrounding landscape, furniture designs for the cabins, lounges, library and dining spaces feature clean and sleek lines for a more contemporary feel. www.jc-hospitality.com
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Hepp Aves Inspired by the contours of a bird’s wings, the Aves collection by Hepp features a spoon with a distinctly shaped bowl, as well as a fork that stands out thanks to an unusual ratio of the tines to the handle and a material thickness of nine millimetres. This dimension has also been implemented in the smaller cutlery pieces, such as the espresso and lemonade spoons. Meanwhile, the wider Aves line comprises 19 pieces and is available in polished stainless steel as well as other finishes upon request. www.hepp.de
Kettal Molo The modular Molo sofa by Kettal features orthogonal geometry and a rectangular segmental design that can easily be adapted to suit various interior settings, with each module able to be taken apart and reorganised to create new uses and configurations. The designs are aesthetically minimalistic with intentionally oversized pieces, whilst decorative elements remain understated in order to emphasise the various combinations of fabrics, colours and carefully selected details. The wider Molo collection also comprises a deck chair and centre table manufactured in aluminium, teak, concrete and terrain fabrics. www.kettal.com
Elia International Marina Carefully crafted to elevate the dining experience, Elia’s Marina cutlery collection boasts an elegant design with softly shaped handles that curve gently outwards. Manufactured in 18/10 stainless steel, the range comprises a full set of twelve items, including pieces for fish and serving, offering consistency in style for both dining and serving. The pieces are also polished to a high mirror shine in order to bring a sense of quality and sophistication to the tabletop. Elia has supplied products to the hospitality industry for several decades, and continues to present unique and versatile designs to a flourishing marine market. www.elia.co.uk
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Chelsom MS Anna Katharina Chelsom has collaborated with the in-house design team at Scylla to create a lighting scheme for the public areas and cabins on board MS Anna Katharina. One of the latest additions to the fleet of 29 luxurious modern river cruise liners, the ship embodies Scylla’s passion for design, construction and service. A selection of fittings from Chelsom’s latest collection, Edition 26, were specified for the project, all of which meet the strict maritime regulations required for such a vessel. Public area lighting includes the Solar wall light specified for the corridors, as well as the heavy circular Smoke glasses with deep concentric rebates, which create a decorative light effect of ripples on a
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pond and are paired with black-bronze and Englishbrass metalwork. In the main restaurant and bar area meanwhile, Waist floor and table lamps feature heavy bases, with solid steel bars in a waisted design and finished in textured black. Cabin lighting includes the statement Reflector wall light in brushed brass, while warm white LED lighting glows back off the faceted reflector plate. LED Dock wall lights in a brushed nickel finish appear bedside, enhancing the ship’s sleek and modern design. www.chelsom.co.uk
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Lady & Butler Electric Lemon Translating the architecture and interior design of Equinox Hotel at Hudson Yards in New York, Lady & Butler – the brainchild of Barcelona-born fashion designer Eli Caner, who runs the firm from the Big Apple – has created a series of sophisticated vestments for hospitality staffers at Electric Lemon, the property’s new seasonal American restaurant. The runway-worthy uniforms complement the creative direction of the 24th-floor terraced dining room, which is headed up by top restaurateur Stephen Starr. www.ladyandbutler.com
Forbo Flotex FR Flotex FR is a unique flocked floorcovering that combines the easy-cleaning properties and durability of resilient flooring with the comfortable, slip-resistant and acoustic properties that are usually associated with carpets. The collection is hardwearing, hygienic, hypoallergenic and fully compliant with the highest construction and marine standards; the production method of Flotex FR allows for ease of cleaning, while the dense surface pile makes it durable, and its upright nylon filaments and impermeable PVC backing means it can be cleaned right down to the base. The in-house team at Forbo are also able to customise each piece and adhere to strict design briefs. www.forbo.com
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Morbern Sundance Morbern’s Sundance collection of coated fabrics are both stylish and practical, and have been designed to stand the test of time. Available in 36 different colours including Marine, Chocolate, Sangria and Bamboo, the fabrics are made from tightly woven textile grain with 100% polyester backing, while a MGX MorGuard Extreme cleanable topcoat further handles tough stains such as mustard, ketchup, lipstick and coffee. In addition to its easy-toclean properties, the range offers high resistance against abrasion, UV, mildew and bleach, together with a -32°c cold crack – making it a highly durable fabric suitable for both the indoors and outdoors. www.morberneurope.com
Toyo Sasaki Fino Combining traditional Japanese craftsmanship with cutting-edge design, Toyo Sasaki’s new Fino tumblers use platinum tempered glass across their overall surface to achieve maximum durability. With an elegant and light-in-the-hand structure, the stackable glasses feature a thin and smooth top, as well as a large but simple mouth design, and are intended for use across a variety of modern dining scenes from luxury hotels to cruise ships and private yachts. www.toyo.sasaki.co.jp
Robert Welch Contour Noir Developed by Robert Welch’s Head of Design, Kit De Bretton Gordon, the new Contour Noir cutlery range comprises a table knife, table fork, soup spoon and teaspoon, each of which features a satin stainless-steel finish and black thermoplastic handle. The curved, fluid shape of the pieces makes them comfortable and tactile in the hand, while the blades of the knives are designed to allow users to rest them traditionally or vertically on the table – in both cases, the cutting edge is raised from the tabletop – to bring a touch of drama to modern dining settings. www.robertwelch.com
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John Jenkins Ada Taking its name from Ada Coleman – a renowned female bartender of the 1920s – the new Ada collection by John Jenkins celebrates its namesakes’ 23-year run as Head Bartender at The American Bar in London’s Savoy Hotel, as well as her prestige as a legendary inventor of new cocktail; in this role, she created the famous Hanky Panky cocktail, which remains a popular concoction almost 100 years on. The series comprises a goblet, a cocktail and lowball tumbler, and cocktail, Bellini, Martini, tall coupe and wine glasses. www.johnjenkins.co.uk
Studio 1765 Rocket Designed by Amilios Grohmann in collaboration with Martin A. Koebke, the Rocket collection by Studio 1765 comprises wine and champagne coolers in a selection of finishes including copper, stainless steel and black. Combining cutting-edge design with functionality, practicality and style, the stackable coolers are available in floor-standing and tabletop versions with removable drip trays, enabling users to cater for a variety of different hospitality environments and interior decors. www.studio1765.com
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Jura ENA 8 Developed in Switzerland by a team of 70 engineers, Jura’s ENA 8 coffee machine offers a selection of 10 specialities – each freshly ground and extracted at the touch of a button – from the classic espresso to the fiery ristretto. The machine stands out thanks to its innovative technological and design features including onetouch functionality, allowing users to make freshly ground coffee in a matter of minutes, and the Pulse Extraction Process, which optimises the extraction time and guarantees a delightful aroma. The ENA 8 can also be operated wirelessly via the Jura Coffee App using a smart phone or tablet device. www.uk.jura.com
Spradling Maglia Inspired by the Oxford textile pattern, Spradling’s Maglia features the natural appearance of a thick and thin yarn, providing comfort and style for both indoor and outdoor environments. The fabrics are available in 21 different colours – shades include Dessert, Alaska, Truffle, Driftwood, Rose, Coral, Clay, Goldenrod, Wisteria, Indigo, Aqua, Sky, Aegean, Viridian, Sage, Vanilla, Sapphire and Thunder – that complement the brand’s Silvertex and Valencia collections. Protected against germs, abrasion and stains, the coated fabrics range further possesses fire resistant and impermeable properties, as well as being phthalate-free. www.spradling.eu
Sunkist Commercial Juicer The Sunkist Sectionizer and Sectionizer Jr. can be used for wedging, slicing, coring or halving fruits and vegetables into uniform pieces, thanks to its six-wedge sectioniser. Launched alongside its sectionisers is the Sunkist Commercial juicer – which comes complete with a two-year guarantee and is recognised within the industry as one of the most reliable of its kind. Equipped with a unique, oscillating metal strainer and three extracting bulbs, the juicer allows operators to easily produce between 15-20 gallons of juice per hour using pre-cut citrus, whilst the Pro Series Juicer is engineered to extract ten gallons of juice per hour. www.sunkistequipment.com
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ADVERTISING INDEX ISSUE 3
AD Associates
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Morbern
AHEAD
099
Robert Welch
017
Brintons
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Seatrade Cruise Global
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Chelsom
108
SMC Design
Cruise Ship Interiors Expo
101
Spradling
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De Jorio
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Studio Dado
Ena Shaw
055
Sunbrella
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Forbo
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Sunkist
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Gemini
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Tillberg Design of Sweden
IndelB
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Toyo Sasaki
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UHS
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JC Hospitality
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John Jenkins
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Ulster
033
Jura
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Waterbury
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WMF
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Kettal
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Laufen
021
YSA Design
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Marine Interiors Expo
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Zieher
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FINAL CALL
Pit Stop
This page has become something of a byword for
high-speed corners suspended 13ft off the side
the biggest, the best and quite often the zaniest
of the ship. And for those less keen on the idea of
entertainment facilites on board a cruise ship,
the ocean blurring beneath their eyes as they put
with Royal Caribbean and Carnival grabbing
pedal-to-the-metal, NCL is going a step further
headlines for the likes of the longest waterslide
with a viewing area located in the middle of the
or first rollercoaster at sea.
course, where spectators can get in on the action
More recently however, pole position has been claimed by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), who,
Norwegian Cruise Line sets a new personal best with a 1,100ft race track on board its Encore vessel.
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by tagging passers-by with a laser beam to grant them an additional turbo boost.
following the introduction of the world’s first
Though the 4,000-passenger liner will wave
racing track on the water back in 2017, looks
the black-and-white chequered flag on the fleet’s
set to surpass its own record with a new 1,100ft
Breakaway-Plus class as the fourth and final
circuit aboard Encore – which set sail on its
addition – sister ships Escape, Joy and Bliss have
maiden journey in November.
all introduced experience-led concepts to the
An evolution of those featured on other NCL
cruise industry – it’s clear that the development
ships, the two-level track will allow thrill-
of NCL’s onboard entertainment offering is
seeking passengers to burn rubber while sailing
showing no signs of slowing, with future vessels
the Eastern Caribbean waves, with an exhilarating
likely to be in contention for the podium in the
course featuring ten sweeping turns and four
years to come.
JOHN JENKINS BY APPOINTMENT TO HRH THE PRINCE OF WALES SUPPLIER OF CRYSTAL GLASS JOHN JENKINS & SONS LTD T/A WILLIAM YEOWARD CRYSTAL HAMPSHIRE ENGLAND
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