Belfastman Posted January 8, 2018 #1 Share Posted January 8, 2018 I understand that the refit for Pursuit will take place in Belfast (my home port). Although I had heard this about two weeks ago I was asked to keep it to myself until it was made official. It has now been seen in a local newspaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marinaro44 Posted January 8, 2018 #2 Share Posted January 8, 2018 I was told on Quest's holiday cruise that itinerary changes to Pursuit's first cruise would be announced today. Has anyone seen this? Still not getting Azamara's marketing emails because I was on a chartered cruise (no, not that one:eek:). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belfastman Posted January 8, 2018 Author #3 Share Posted January 8, 2018 I was told on Quest's holiday cruise that itinerary changes to Pursuit's first cruise would be announced today. Has anyone seen this? Still not getting Azamara's marketing emails because I was on a chartered cruise (no, not that one:eek:). Pursuits first cruise is on Aug 1st from Southampton to various ports in Norway. Sent from my SM-T813 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excitedofharpenden Posted January 8, 2018 #4 Share Posted January 8, 2018 I understand that the refit for Pursuit will take place in Belfast (my home port). Although I had heard this about two weeks ago I was asked to keep it to myself until it was made official. It has now been seen in a local newspaper. Thanks for the information. I’m pleased to hear they are using Belfast. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lottie A Posted January 8, 2018 #5 Share Posted January 8, 2018 I was told on Quest's holiday cruise that itinerary changes to Pursuit's first cruise would be announced today. Has anyone seen this? Still not getting Azamara's marketing emails because I was on a chartered cruise (no, not that one:eek:). Here is the link to the new maiden cruise itinerary on the UK site. https://www.azamaraclubcruises.co.uk/voyage/1533096000/12-night-norway-intensive-voyage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBMacLaird Posted January 8, 2018 #6 Share Posted January 8, 2018 This was published in Cruise Industry News... Azamara Pursuit will launch into service on a Norwegian fjord sailing this summer after a refit at Harland & Wolff shipyard, according to an announcement. The refit will be fully managed by MJM Group, a marine interior outfitting company. Azamara will take delivery of the ship this March in the Caribbean, where it wrap up its service life as the P&O Adonia. The vessel will then reposition to Belfast for a four-month refit period under the guidance of MJM, where it will become the Azamara Pursuit, the third ship in the company's small-ship fleet. “This is the first time any company within Royal Caribbean Cruises has used a UK shipyard for refit works of this scale. We are delighted to come to Northern Ireland with Azamara Pursuit,” commented Larry Pimental, president and CEO of Azamara Club Cruises. Cruise Industry News Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azamarajunkie Posted January 8, 2018 #7 Share Posted January 8, 2018 And here is the link to MJM in Northern Ireland who are undertaking the refit. http://mjm-group.com/news/first-mjm-group-royal-caribbean-luxury-cruise-liner-set-drydock-belfast/ Good news indeed for the Northern Ireland community. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabin1 Posted January 8, 2018 #8 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Harland and Wolff built the Titanic Kathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lookyboy Posted January 8, 2018 #9 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Although our itinerary is somewhat different as of today, we are thrilled to read that a UK port has been awarded this fabulous contract. This will make Pursuit a very special addition to our Azamara family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norn iron Posted January 8, 2018 #10 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Great news with Pursuit being refitted here in Norn Iron Below is the link to the Belfast Telegraph's coverage of the story. https://goo.gl/CrEtMG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norn iron Posted January 8, 2018 #11 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Harland and Wolff built the Titanic Kathy It is very important to point out, that when Titanic left Harland and Wolff she was in perfect working condition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandma Cruising Posted January 8, 2018 #12 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Harland and Wolff built the Titanic Kathy And the Canberra Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baynanno1 Posted January 8, 2018 #13 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Originally posted by rabin1 Harland and Wolff built the Titanic. Originally posted by norn iron It is very important to point out, that when Titanic left Harland and Wolff she was in perfect working condition. Harland and Wolff were the builders . . . not the Captain and Crew! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovecruzin Posted January 8, 2018 #14 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Harland and Wolff built the Titanic Kathy Thanks for that info! Now I am really excited to be taking the TA in November 😳 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ithikan Posted January 8, 2018 #15 Share Posted January 8, 2018 And the Canberra Sent from my iPad using Forums Interesting! You sent me to Google, Grandma Cruising, to learn about this ship. Launched in 1960 and serving cruisers until 1997. A distinguished career, I'd say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandma Cruising Posted January 8, 2018 #16 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Why is Journey going into dry dock? Kathy Planned maintenance, they say. All ships need their hulls checking out from time to time, so could be that. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
florisdekort Posted January 8, 2018 #17 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Wasn’t the first cruise supposed to depart from Barcelona? I hope there aren’t too many guests that booked their flights to Barcelona already, as this change comes less than 8 months out... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare oddjob16 Posted January 8, 2018 #18 Share Posted January 8, 2018 This a text from shipmonk.co.uk. I just thought this outtake was informative: «The maiden voyage on August 1 will take in eight Norwegian destinations, including Kristiansand, Flåm and Haugesund, with overnight stays in Oslo and Bergen. Pursuit’s sister ship, Azamara Journey, will dock in Haugesund on the same day, marking their first meeting.» :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marinaro44 Posted January 8, 2018 #19 Share Posted January 8, 2018 It is very important to point out, that when Titanic left Harland and Wolff she was in perfect working condition. You think? http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/cheap-rivets-blamed-for-massive-loss-of-life-as-titanic-sank-809622.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keystonetraveler Posted January 8, 2018 #20 Share Posted January 8, 2018 The name of the Titanic's captain was Smith. The name of the Pursuit's captain is Smith. Hmm. Change of thought. I was fortunate enough to visit Belfast recently and the museum located on the spot where the Titanic was built is unique and Azamazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norn iron Posted January 8, 2018 #21 Share Posted January 8, 2018 The name of the Titanic's captain was Smith. The name of the Pursuit's captain is Smith. Hmm. Change of thought. I was fortunate enough to visit Belfast recently and the museum located on the spot where the Titanic was built is unique and Azamazing. And it has staged an Azamazing Evening Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare uktog Posted January 8, 2018 #22 Share Posted January 8, 2018 I’m delighted the skills of the shipyards in Belfast have been recognised with this refit being completed there. I find the references to events over 100 years ago to be extremely unhelpful. Well done Belfast, the only other place could have been the Clyde ...... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare uktog Posted January 9, 2018 #23 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Planned maintenance, they say. All ships need their hulls checking out from time to time, so could be that. Sent from my iPad using Forums It is that. Went round to the dry dock in Singapore just after we left. There was absolutely NO disruption to our cruise from the impending dry dock. They will also be removing the casino tables and having an attempt to deal with the big suites shower flooding. The Cabaret lounge backstage is also being altered not entirely sure what there. A few carpets are being replaced but nothing else major was being talked about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellbon Posted January 9, 2018 #24 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Head of housekeeping on Jr this summer something about new smaller balcony tables vs the over size ones Any rumor or factvon that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBMacLaird Posted January 9, 2018 #25 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Originally posted by rabin1 Harland and Wolff built the Titanic. Why is Journey going into dry dock? Kathy "According to SOLAS regulation, every sea-going vessel has to undergo two dry docks within a period of 5 years." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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