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September 11, 2023 - The MS Hamburg is without a doubt Germany's smallest ocean-going cruise ship. On December 4, 2023, MS Hamburg will set off from Santiago de Chile on three spectacular cruises towards Antarctica.

The Bremen operator Plantours Cruises is organizing three spectacular cruises lasting 19, 16 and 29 days. The 144 meter long ship offers a maximum of 400 passengers an appropriate place to stay on the high seas. The shipping company only has the MS Hamburg available for ocean cruises. The company is fundamentally faced with the challenge of finding interesting and exciting routes. And the three routes have it all.

MS Hamburg in the port of Barbados

The Antarctic season starts in Santiago de Chile for a 19-day trip. The journey takes you along the west coast of South America, through the Chilean fjords and the Strait of Magellan to Antarctica. The trip ends in Ushuaia /Argentina.

The next cruise lasts 16 days. It leads from Ushuaia to the Falkland Islands, to Antarctica and back to Ushuaia.

Ushuaia - Avenida San Martin

The third and, at 29 days, longest trip starts again in Ushuaia and first leads to Cape Horn . Antarctica, South Georgia and the island of Tristan da Cunha are then on the route list. The cruise ends in Cape Town /South Africa.

The flights from/to Germany are included in the travel price for the three Antarctic trips. And it is understood that landings will be made using on-board Zodiacs.

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MS Hamburg is the first cruise ship to berth at the new facilities of Scrabster (Scotland)

Scrabster Harbour 's latest cruise ship facilities welcomed their first vessel: MS Hamburg berthed at the redeveloped St. Ola Pier on May 3, 2022.

The ship, operated by Plantours Kreuzfahrten , arrived from Oban (Scotland) with ~300 German passengers onboard and tied up on the brand new 250-metre east berth, part of the GBP 19 million multi-purpose redevelopment works at port Caithness completed in December 2021 .

The cruisers enjoyed a number of shore excursions around Caithness prior to departing for Edinburgh (Scotland) .

Jason Hamilton, Harbour Master at Scrabster Harbour Trust, said it was great to have their first call on the redeveloped pier.

"The additional berthing and quayside facilities are part of our plan to attract and service the cruise industry. We are working hard with local partners to promote Scrabster and our local attractions to the cruise industry.”

Scrabster Harbour Trust was founded in 1841. Scrabster is the UK's most northerly mainland commercial port. Scrabster Harbour is an independent Trust Port governed by its own legislation with surpluses reinvested in the port's maintenance/development to ensure it meets the customers' requirements.

MS Hamburg – An exquisite cruise experience through the Orient

The MS Hamburg , Germany’s charming smallest cruise ship, will make the hearts of travel enthusiasts beat faster next spring when it takes you on an exotic journey through the oriental fairy tale. This remarkable nautical gem opens the doors to a world of discovery, beginning in the dazzling metropolis of Dubai , through the picturesque landscapes of Oman and finally to the undiscovered splendour of Saudi Arabia.

The voyage with the MS Hamburg is an invitation to explore the rich cultural and natural diversity of the Orient. Under the care of Plantours Cruises , the MS Hamburg takes its passengers to the fascinating world of the Middle East, revealing sights and cultures far beyond the usual cruise experience.

From Dubai to Enigmatic Oman

The journey begins on 10 March 2024 in the cosmopolitan city of Dubai , a place that is considered a dazzling interface between East and West. From here, the MS Hamburg sets course for the mystical ports of Khasab and Muscat in Oman. Oliver Steuber, Managing Director of Plantours Cruises, raves about the opportunities these exotic locations offer.

Saudi Arabia’s Unknown Beauty

The jewel of the voyage is the unexplored port of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, where the MS Hamburg stays overnight. With a two-day stay in Jeddah, passengers are immersed in a city that offers a perfect symbiosis of historical grandeur and modern architecture. The heritage of Jeddah’s old bazaar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is as captivating as the soaring Jeddah Tower, touted as the world’s future tallest building.

Yanbu, the second port of call in Saudi Arabia, opens the gateway to exciting adventures on Baridi Island. Unforgettable desert camps and underwater explorations are among the highlights of the land programme, while the route continues to Egypt and finally Jordan, where the incomparable journey ends with a visit to the ruined city of Petra and the Dead Sea.

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The combination of cruise and land programme allows for a deeper connection to the regions travelled. A four-day stay in Dubai before the cruise or a final four-day stay in Jordan is offered to round off the oriental adventure. With prices starting at 2,599 euros per person, cruising on the MS Hamburg is a delightful ticket to an expanded horizon of discovery.

The MS Hamburg voyage is more than just a cruise; it is a carefully cured experience designed to uncover the spirit of the Orient. Detailed information and booking options for this unique voyage can be found on the Plantours Cruises website. With the MS Hamburg , a voyage full of exotic wonders, fascinating cultures and breathtaking landscapes is just a click away.

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About Plantours Cruises

Plantours Cruises is a tour operator for high sea and river cruises from Bremen, Germany. In 2019 the company celebrated its 30th anniversary. Young hearted couples and solo travellers belong to the target group of Plantours Cruises. The onboard language is German which causes that most of the guests are from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The passengers appreciate the extensive service with individual offer prior and during the cruise. The voyages with Plantours Cruises are characterized by extraordinary itineraries and ports.

The ship Hamburg

The ships was built as Columbus in 1997 in Wismar, Germany. Until 2012 it was part of the fleet of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. Since 2012 the ship has been called Hamburg and has been in service for Plantours Cruises. The small size with a capacity of maximum 400 passengers and German as the onboard language are important characteristics. The average age of the travellers is higher than on other ships and the daily program fits to the guests' interests. The last renovation was in May 2020. There is a new pool bar, the internet café and the card room were be removed and a new shop was added. Some of the oceanview staterooms and suites on deck 4 and 5 are now equipped with lowerable windows.

Hamburg facts

• Inaugural cruise : 1997
• Last renovation : May 2020
• Home port : Nassau
• Length : 144 meters
• Tonnage : 14,903 GT
• Speed : 18.5 knots
• Passengers : 400
• Language : German
• Currency : €
• Internet : Internet café and wi-fi available for a surcharge
• Smoking : Permitted in designated areas in front of the wine bar and at the pool

Hamburg staterooms

Regardless of the category all 197 staterooms and eight suites are equipped with an air condition, bath robes, a telephone, a tv, a safe and a hairdryer. In addition, there is a minibar which is refilled every day. The drinks from the minibar have to be paid. The staterooms are furnished comfortably and there are two single beds. In many oceanview staterooms the beds can be put together and there is a small seating corner. For guests with special needs there are two wheelchair accessible staterooms.

Atmosphere aboard of Hamburg

The ship and its crew members welcome the guests in a very familiar and relaxed atmosphere. The ship's size is perfect to get in touch with the fellow travellers. During the day informal and casual clothes dominate. For the restaurants a well-groomed dressing style is recommended. One of the highlights during the holiday is the captain's dinner with formal attire.

Hamburg restaurants

The guests have the choice between the buffet restaurant Palmgarten and the à-la-carte restaurant Alsterblick. For lunch and dinner in the Alsterblick the travellers sit at the same table for the whole cruise. For the dinner there is only one seating. The Palmgarten is extended by a terrace with the opportunity to eat outside. Apart from the main meal times coffee and tea with cake and snacks, a midnight snack, a sausage station and a little refreshment after the shore excursions are offered.

Hamburg Entertainment, sport & wellness

The daily program includes games like bingo, dart, shuffleboard and skat. Of course shows and lectures taking place in the Hamburg-Lounge are part of the program as well. Topics of the lectures can be the different travelled destinations or current themes like politics etc.. For further entertainment there are a library, different shops and activities at the pool deck. The sport and wellness area covers a fitness room, a hair dresser and a sauna. Good to know is that the visit of the sauna is free of charge.

Our summary

Hamburg is an older ship which has strength of character. The guests feel very comfortable with the familiar atmosphere. The onboard facilities, the daily program and the extraordinary itineraries create a perfect holiday for the young hearted passengers.

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MS Hamburg is a 15,000-ton, 420 passenger, luxury cruise ship owned by the Conti Group and is now operated by Plantours Kreuzfahrten . She was built in 1997, in Wismar , Germany . Her relative small size allows her to transit the Great Lakes in North America, where she cruised seasonally between 1997 and 2011 and again in 2022, as well as other cruises worldwide as travelling the Mediterranean for cultural cruises with Martin Randall Travel , the north Atlantic and at Asia . Her crew consists of 170 members, [3] and her top speed is 16 knots . [4] She was previously known as Columbus for Hapag-Lloyd , she was since replaced by Columbus 2 . [5]

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In April 2015, the vessel suffered damage due to an oil leak. The following trips were canceled in Tanger . [6]

On 5 May 2015, a fishing net became tangled in the ship's propeller off the South East coast of England. The ship was diverted to Southampton to be inspected.

On 11 May 2015, the ship grounded on charted rocks near the New Rocks buoy in the Sound of Mull, Scotland. The official accident report states that Hamburg's bridge team failed to apply Bridge Team Management tools effectively. [7]

The ship needed to be repaired at a shipyard in Belfast and at Bremerhaven and would be completed by 10 August 2015. To continue operations, Plantours chartered MS   Deutschland . [8] [9]

On November 26, 2021, the MS Hamburg arrived in the Port of Buenos Aires coming from Cape Verde . The port was operating under a new, more restrictive, protocol for ships arriving from Africa , due to the emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant . However, according to Argentine newspaper Clarín , the Argentine authorities thought Cape Verde was in Asia and not in Africa, and let the ship enter the port without applying the correct protocol. According to the same report, the authorities took 12 hours to realize their mistake. The Argentine authorities, however, denied the mistake, stating that all the passengers in the ship were tested for Covid and that the results returned negative. [10]

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• ↑ "Grounding of passenger cruise ship Hamburg" . GOV.UK . Archived from the original on 16 June 2016 . Retrieved 17 June 2016 .
• ↑ "MS Deutschland in Service for PLANTOURS Kreuzfahrten" (PDF) . May 2015. Archived from the original (PDF) on 29 April 2021 . Retrieved 31 May 2015 .
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The Hanseatic city raises expectations: Although Hamburg is offering so many fascinating attraction poles, its habitants don’t make a big fuss about it.

Henning Voscherau christened our passenger ship “Hamburg” in 1996. Certainly the former mayor of Hamburg knew at that time already, how it would live up to the city of Hamburg.

The two big lounges of the MS Hamburg convince with simple elegance. Azure coloured panoramic windows present the marvellous view over the Elbe in proper light. Due to its pleasant practicality and an elevated VIP lounge on the upper deck, companies preferentially hold their conventions and conferences here.

Direct access to the big weather deck, two bar areas, the kitchen, a dance floor with starry sky, a stereo system including microphones, spacious cloakrooms plus the sanitary facilities provide an even more comfortable stay, further the ship is barrier-free.

Up to 388 people can be placed on board depending on the seating – this reflects the boat’s classy understatement.

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CBP Welcomes the MS Hamburg to the Port of Cleveland

CLEVELAND— U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers welcomed passenger vessel MS Hamburg to the Cleveland port of entry last week. Officers and Agricultural specialists were onsite to provide passengers a secure and streamlined arrival process during their first disembarkment at the port.

“CBP is dedicated to ensuring the safety of US citizens and the safety of the traveling public,” said Cleveland Assistant Area Port Director Eugene Matho. “As more international travelers choose to come through the Cleveland port of entry, we have expanded our air and sea traveler technologies through initiatives such as Trusted Traveler Programs, biometrics, and automated forms collections. Our goal is to create a secure, efficient, and straightforward traveling experience.”

The MS Hamburg, a 170-crew luxury vessel, is currently the largest cruise ship in the Great Lakes. Most of its 420 passengers come from Germany to tour the northern Ohio coastline and enjoy the local culture.

This year two other cruise ships, the Victory I and Victory II from Canada, made entry at Cleveland more than a dozen times. In order to facilitate the increased interest in cruise tourism at this location, the Cleveland Seaport Authority is currently working with CBP to build a cruise ship terminal that will enable shorter wait times and enhanced inspection services in a permanent facility.

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Visit of the MS Hamburg, January 2024

Report from kelly green. photos: philip kendall, rachel green, caryn green & shannon swain.

The MS Hamburg arrived at Tristan at approximately 8:00hrs on Sunday 21st January 2024. As I walked to work the sun was shining on the famous "Welcome to Tristan" sign. The ladies were setting up the hall for the craft fair. Jane, our chef was busy in the kitchen preparing lots of lobster sandwiches for the 323 passengers on board.

The MS Hamburg close to Calshot Harbour, from where passengers could observe the settlement.

I made my way down to the harbour to meet Harbourmaster Grant and Assistant Harbourmaster Keith. In no time one of the ships zodiacs was dropped into the water and they came in to check the depth of our harbour, as the ship wanted to use their tenders.

Shortly after, the search and rescue RIB Atlantic Dawn was launched with Inspector Glass and his immigration team. Also joining them was Administrator Philip Kendall and his wife Louise. Philip, alongside Chief Islander James Glass presented the ship's Captain with an island plaque and in return received a lovely bottle of wine. They were also treated to breakfast by the ship's pool.

Everything was looking so positive, and we were all getting very anxious and excited to welcome so many passengers. This was the first cruise ship of 2024 and the first cruise ship in a long time, with over 300 passengers!

The first tender approached Calshot Harbour slowly, at this time the Hamburg had moved further away from the shore. Unfortunately, once the tender was in the harbour they made many attempts to moor it at the quayside steps, but it seemed it was hard to manoeuvre. After they finally succeeded, they made the decision to cancel operations and return to the ship. They felt the jump from the tender to the steps was too dangerous, as they had many elderly people on board. I could see the heartbreak on the passengers' and crews faces' as they were literally within touching distance of the island. At this point, the second tender was already on its way in with another 80 passengers, but they both had to return to the vessel.

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I offered the next best thing that we could do, which was to send people on board with souvenirs, postcards and stamps. They were very pleased with this option and by 11:30hrs the three sales teams were on board: the Post Office and Tourism Team, Chief Islander James and his daughter from the Rockhopper Gift shop, and three ladies from the Island Store. Atlantic Dawn took us out and by this time the ship was very far away (as you can see in the picture taken by Caryn Green). Once on board we were taken to the lounge, where we set up our displays and selling stalls. The passengers were all so eager to buy and excited to be able to talk to us.

Before the sales commenced, Inspector Conrad Glass did a presentation about Tristan. Once he was finished, we were busy selling at the stalls until 15:30hrs! Passengers went crazy for knitted penguins, toy penguins, postcards and coins. We had to radio back to the island to send a refill of stock.

Passengers listening to Connie's presentation about Tristan

The day went so fast and the girls worked so hard without any breaks. At 16:00hrs the Atlantic Dawn came to pick us up, and we returned with a lot less then we went with, which was fantastic. Administrator Philip and his wife Louise were at the harbour to welcome us ashore and to say "well done" for our hard work, which is always such a lovely gesture.

Today the girls are busy counting the sales and checking the stock left over. It was such a shame the Captain deemed it unsafe for landing, but at the end of the day the passengers were much happier than they thought they would be in that situation. Both passengers and crew expressed how pleased they were to have been able to meet some people from the island and of course send a postcard from Tristan!.

Departing Visitors

In addition to her tourist activities, the MS Hamburg embarked the three members of the Hugofilm crew, who had been filming on the island since late November. They were Loran Bonnardot, Tobias Nolle and Linus Rieser. We wish our departing visitors and the ship's passengers and crew a fair onward voyage.

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Cruise line buys up the mississippi river ships from defunct american queen voyages.

American Cruise Lines has solidified its status as the Mississippi River's — and the country's — busiest river cruise provider with its purchase of all four classic paddlewheeler ships from the now-defunct American Queen Voyages.

Travel Weekly reported that the acquisitions include the 417-passenger mothership American Queen, along with smaller ships American Duchess, American Countess and American Empress. Most of these ships, inspired by 19th-century riverboats, have regularly sailed Mississippi River itineraries, including summer and fall stops in Red Wing and Winona, Minn., and La Crosse, Wis.

American Queen Voyages operated leisure cruises since 2011 on the Mississippi and its tributaries, as well as the Snake and Columbia rivers out West, but owner Hornblower Holdings abruptly shut it down on Feb. 20.

American Cruise Lines did not immediately have details on how the American Queen ships would integrate into its existing fleet of 21 cruise ships in six classes — including four paddlewheelers of its own.

"American Cruise Lines is pleased to be the successful bidder for AQV's river vessels," the company said in a brief statement. "We look forward to announcing additional details after this portion of the Hornblower Holdings bankruptcy process concludes."

We compared and contrasted the ships of American Cruise Lines, American Queen Voyages and a third line on the Mississippi, Viking River Cruises, last summer.

Simon Peter Groebner is Travel editor for the Star Tribune.

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