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Fire on Norwegian Joy

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The German Meyer Werft shipbuilding dock 2 was evacuated today due to a fire that started during construction works on Norwegian Cruise Line latest ship, Norwegian Joy. According to Meyer Werft spokesman Gunther Kolbe, the fire started at around 7 a.m. at a junction box of the cruise ship. All workers were evacuated from the affected production area and firefighting teams were send to the scene. The fire was quickly extinguished and there are no injured workers.

60 Tons Crane Falls Next to Royal Princess

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During the scheduled dry dock in Palermo on Princess Cruises ship Royal Princess, a 60 tons crane fell to the yard just next to the ship. The accident happened yesterday inside the basin during a lifting operation. The crane detached from the top of the fixed platform which was a cause of the accident. Fortunately no one was near the place where the crane fell and there are no reported injured workers. 

Kung-Fu Stars and Astronauts Onboard Genting Dream Cruise Ship

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The first Asian luxury cruise line, Dream Cruises announced the lineup for ‘Dreamscapes’ program for guests onboard its brand new ship, Genting Dream. Dream Cruises has designed remarkable program of interactive activities and experiences which will be presented by a numerous world-class speakers, who will inspire guests with their expertise and passion. Onboard guests will include martial arts superstar, astronaut, award-winning travel photographers and iconic explorers.

What’s Inside the Mystery Box Loaded on Cruise ship?

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This mystery box was loaded on the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Independence of the Seas in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on a 4-day voyage with stop in Grand Turk before returning with a new owner. Inside the box was a custom made motorcycle, presented as a ruffle grand price. The award-winning visionary and builder behind Deadwood Choppers Kustom Motorcycles, Mr. Jack Fiorvante, donated this custom build motorcycle.

All Three Royal Caribbean Oasis Ships to Meet in Florida

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Arrival of the world’s biggest cruise ship Harmony of the Seas in Port Everglades will be welcomed by its sister ships Oasis and Allure of the Seas. All three Oasis-class ships will meet together side by side on November 4, 2016 off the coast of Florida. Michael Bayley, CEO of the Company, has confirmed the plans for spectacular photo shoot of the three biggest cruise ships in the world.

The world’s first flight simulator on cruise ship

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On board guests can now enjoy state-of-the-art  flight simulator while sailing on a cruise ship. The largest flight simulator experience operator IFlight in partnership with TUI Cruises will install the world’s first flight simulator on the German cruise ship Mein Schiff 1. The cooperation between Europe's most successful chain of professional flight simulators and TUI Cruises will begin on September 24th 2016.

Celebrity Solstice to Enter $8.5 Million Dry Dock

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Celebrity Solstice will enter dry dock on October 22, 2016 in Singapore for a 8,5 million-dollar luxury makeover. Just in time for the following transition into summer season in Australia, the ship will add some exciting new venues.New onboard features will include "A Taste of Film" under the stars, Sushi on Five - authentic Japanese cuisine, brand new Photo Gallery, among other exciting new additions.