Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has
released further details about
its new ships, Europa 2 and
Columbus 2.
CONSTRUCTION OF THE “LIFESTYLE-ORIENTED”
small ship Europa 2 will commence in
September in France’s STX shipyard, with
the naming ceremony planned for early
2013.
In the Northern Hemisphere’s spring and
summer, it will offer seven-day cruises in the
Western Mediterranean, from Barcelona,
Monte Carlo and Malta.
In autumn, cruises to the Eastern
Mediterranean are included on the itinerary.
The ship will spend the winter in the
Arabian Sea and in South-East Asia.
Design highlights include a large “wellness
section” with health-related facilities, and
three children’s sections.
Nannies will offer day care and a
dedicated program for children from two
years of age – a new feature in the line’s
family concept.
Seven restaurants – including Asian,
Italian, a brasserie grill, wine bistro, lido,
sushi bar and fine dining – will have no
surcharges for passengers.
The lower-priced Columbus 2 is to be
aimed at cruise newcomers.
The “Complete Package”, which is
additionally on offer, will include all drinks
and a shore excursion package.
On selected voyages during European
school holiday periods, children under 15
can sail free if accommodated in a cabin
with two adults.
The 698-passenger premium ship will
have a high proportion of balcony cabins,
four restaurants, three bars, a spa, gym, an
open-air stage on the pool deck and private
cabanas on the top deck.
