Where is Saga Pearl 2 now?
In 2019 Saga Pearl II was sold to Aqua Explorer Holdings (who are located in the British Virgin Islands) and renamed Pearl II. Currently, she is based at the Greek port of Perama and is recorded as being laid up.
What is the name of the new Saga cruise ship?
Ship Spirit of Adventure
(2 p.m. BST) — Saga Cruises’ new ship Spirit of Adventure was finally named — more than a year after it was delivered — in Portsmouth, today. The 999-passenger ship, a sister to Spirit of Discovery, was named by Commodore Inga J.
Has Saga Sapphire been sold?
The sale of Saga Sapphire to Anex Tour completes today, which will see the ship re-enter service in 2021 as Blue Sapphire.
Does saga own cruise ships?
Saga Cruises currently operates two ships, the 446-passenger Saga Pearl II and the 706-passenger Saga Sapphire, both set for an eventual phase out.
Who owns Saga Cruises?
Saga was acquired by staff (20%) backed by the private equity firm Charterhouse in October 2004. Saga merged with The AA (owned by CVC and Permira) to form Acromas Holdings.
Can you smoke on the spirit of adventure?
Smoking Policy Smoking and vaping is only permitted in the designated smoking area. On Spirit of Discovery and Spirit of Adventure this is the port side aft on Deck 11. Smoking is strictly forbidden on guest balconies or anywhere else on the ships.
What happened to Saga Sapphire?
Following an extensive refit in Italy from November 2011 to March 2012, the vessel was renamed Saga Sapphire. Most recently, she was sold to ANEX Tour in June 2020 and renamed Blue Sapphire, scheduled for an official debut in 2021.
Who owns the Saga Sapphire?
18 June 2020 – Saga, the experts in services and products for the over 50s, today announces the completion of the previously agreed sale of Saga Sapphire to Anex Tour, a family-run Turkish tour operator.
Where does saga sail from?
Southampton
Introducing Saga’s cruise holidays from Southampton Whilst you can sail almost anywhere in the world from here, our cruises from Southampton highlight Continental Europe, the Canary Islands, Scandinavia and the Mediterranean. The port is very close to Southampton airport and is easily accessed from major motorways.
When did Saga go out of business?
The group was broken up in 2014 and Saga was floated at a £550 million valuation.
Can you smoke on the balcony on a cruise ship?
Onboard all interior public spaces are smoke free*. Smoking is not permitted in any dining venue, theater, bar, lounge, hallway, elevator, and jogging track. Smoking is not permitted inside any stateroom and any stateroom balcony.
