CELESTYAL Cruises has announced the acquisition of a new ship, Seajets’ Aegean Goddess (pictured). The 1,260-guest ship will be renamed Celestyal Journey, and will undergo an extensive 20 million refurbishment and technical maintenance overhaul before entering service for the cruise line. Originally built for Holland America Line as Ryndam, the...
CELESTYAL Cruises has announced the acquisition of a new ship, Seajets’ Aegean Goddess (pictured).
The 1,260-guest ship will be renamed Celestyal Journey, and will undergo an extensive 20 million refurbishment and technical maintenance overhaul before entering service for the cruise line.
Originally built for Holland America Line as Ryndam, the ship also operated as P&O Australia’s Pacific Aria (CW 16 Oct 2020).
Before being bought by Seajets, the ship was also owned by the now-defunct Cruise & Maritime Voyages, which intended to sail her under the name Ida Pfeiffer (CW 29 Nov 2019).
“While the global events of the past few years have placed our growth plans on pause, the positive industry outlook along with strong bookings for the coming season, provides Celestyal with the opportunity to recommence the process of renewing our fleet with new vessels,” said Chief Executive Officer Chris Theophilides.
“In addition to her expansive open decks, numerous bar and dining options as well as spacious public areas and staterooms, the Celestyal Journey provides our guests with a significant increase in premium and balcony staterooms, which continue to be in high demand.
“We look forward to welcoming her to the Celestyal fleet.”
Details regarding the onboard experience and itineraries will be forthcoming.
