THE long-awaited day has finally arrived, with Scenic Eclipse departing from Reykjavik, Iceland on her maiden voyage to Quebec. Last night Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours released the first ever images of the ship’s interiors (CW breaking news), with the company’s Chairman, Glen Moroney, saying “we are extremely proud of...
THE long-awaited day has finally arrived, with Scenic Eclipse departing from Reykjavik, Iceland on her maiden voyage to Quebec.
Last night Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours released the first ever images of the ship’s interiors (CW breaking news), with the company’s Chairman, Glen Moroney, saying “we are extremely proud of this ship and what it brings to the world of cruising”.
It’s almost exactly 12 months since the first planned debut of Eclipse, which has been delayed several times due to issues at the Uljanik shipyard in Croatia, which declared bankruptcy during the ship’s construction.
Moroney pulled out all stops to ensure the ship met its delayed deadline, including working on a rescue deal with the shipyard, directly employing hundreds of workers to complete the fitout and even threatening legal action against Croatian unionists who were blocking access to the dock.
From the first look at the interiors, all the efforts have been well worth it.
“Today is the fruition of many years of planning and work from a large and dedicated team to create a vessel and an experience which has set a brand new benchmark in ultra-luxury discovery cruising,” Moroney said.
The initial interior photos reveal some of the 10 on-board dining options, as well as luxury spa suites (pictured) and the huge gym and yoga area.
Project Director – Design, Karen Moroney, has led a team to build partnerships with a host of leading brands and artists “to create a look and feel that is the ultimate in guest luxury”.
She said Eclipse was “more than just a cruise ship, this is a total sensory experience, from the entry foyer to the guest suites and the dining areas, the feel is one of calm, luxury and serenity to allow our guests to truly relax and take in the total voyage” – see facebook.com/cruiseweekly.
