APT Travel Group’s Travelmarvel brand will this year launch the first of three new European river ships, with a host of features specifically targeting the company’s Australasian clientele. The new Contemporary Class ships, to be named Polaris (pictured), Vega and Capella are the “best value in the market,” according to...
APT Travel Group’s Travelmarvel brand will this year launch the first of three new European river ships, with a host of features specifically targeting the company’s Australasian clientele.
The new Contemporary Class ships, to be named Polaris (pictured), Vega and Capella are the “best value in the market,” according to APT Chief Commercial Officer Debra Fox, who told CW the new offerings include a third dining option called McGeary’s Pub, along with an open-air lounge and barista coffee at breakfast.
All middle and upper deck cabins have horizontal electric windows, which when lowered create a French-style balcony while allowing for maximum space within the cabin.
For more active passengers there’s a whirlpool, bicycles, a putting green and walking track.
Cabins feature contemporary decor, a TV built into the mirror, water carafes which can be topped up at onboard filling stations, and ample storage.
Public spaces include a sun deck on the lower terrace/bar area which is open for the majority of each sailing, as it doesn’t have the same height restrictions as other vessels that require the top deck to close to pass beneath bridges.
Polaris debuts this year, while the other two vessels will sail in Europe from 2021.
“We’re changing the way people look at river cruising,” Fox said, with Travelmarvel continuing its strong growth strategy by expanding its customer reach and ongoing product development.
Images of the new vessels, including the French Balcony Cabins, Owners Suites and public areas, can be viewed online at facebook.com/cruiseweekly.
