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June 2001 Africa Eclipse Cruise
The m/s ROYAL STAR

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2001Deck.jpg (33002 bytes)The m/s ROYAL STAR is a 220-passenger vessel built in the traditional style with teak wood decking, polished brass fittings, and plenty of open deck space.  The ship's intimate size feels more like a private yacht, yet she is large enough to be fully stabilized, air-conditioned, have a swimming pool, a small fitness center, a doctor, and a crew of 130 people.  The food is bountiful and superb, offering familiar favorites along with exotic regional specialties.  Sumptuous seven-course dinners are served each evening.  During our charter, there are no formal occasions, and with the ship's casual atmosphere, there is no need to change from your swimsuit to indulge in the poolside lunch buffet.  All cabins have private baths, and the majority are outside with a window view or porthole.

 

The main lounge is our lecture hall by day and offers nightly entertainment.  There is also a piano bar and casino.  Other facilities include a massage and sauna center, a beauty salon, boutique, and library.  There are plenty of deck chairs, an open-air buffet and Lido bar near the pool.

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Vital Statistics of the m/s ROYAL STAR

Gross Tonnage......... 5,600 tons Number of Cabins............ 100
Length........................ 120 meters Crew/Passenger Ratio...... 1.69
Width......................... 16 meters Registration..................... Nassau, Bahamas
Draft........................... 5.6 meters Previous Name................. m/s Ocean Islander
Cruising Speed......... 16 knots Bridge Policy................... Open when at sea
Stabilizers.................. Denny Brown Electro Hydraulic Dress............................... Casual
Weather forecasting..... WeatherLink (real-time satellite marine weather data)

Accommodations are limited.  Don't delay.
For information and reservations, contact:

Lauren Woodhouse Mathews
Siemer & Hand Travel
800-451-4321 or 415-788-4000
laurenm@siemerhand.com

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