Cruise Talk: Star Cruises

Cruise Talk

Cruise News

Welcome to Cruise Talk the Internet's most popular discussion forum dedicated to cruising. Stop by Cruise Talk anytime to post a message or find out what your fellow passengers and industry insiders are saying about a particular ship, cruise line or destination.

>>> Reader Reviews
>>> CruisePage.com Photo Gallery
>>> Join Our Cruise Club.

Latest News...Today, the newly refreshed Queen Elizabeth has arrived to the Port of Seattle for the first time to begin a season of highly anticipated Alaskan voyages. Cunard's Queens have embodied the pinnacle of British luxury travel for 185 years, and now Queen Elizabeth will homeport in Seattle for the first time, bringing Cunard's renowned White Star Service to the region for two exclusive seasons...

Latest News...Azamara Cruises, known for its Destination Immersion and industry-leading number of late-nights and overnights in port, is giving travelers a chance to see the world in an entirely new light — moonlight. While most cruise lines sail away before sunset, Azamara Cruises is just getting started. "Guests will enjoy more time – and more local culture – beneath the night sky in...

Latest News...Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the world's leading ultra luxury cruise line, has once again raised the bar with the reveal of the Skyview Regent Suite — the largest all-inclusive, ultra luxury cruise ship suite in history. Stunning renderings and an immersive fly-through video showcase this extraordinary two-level suite, which will sit atop the brand's newest ship, Seven Seas Prestige....

More Cruise News...

my profile | register | search | faq | forum home

»	Cruise Talk » Cruise Lines » Star Cruises

UBBFriend: Email this page to someone!

Author

Topic: Star Cruises

Beezo
First Class Passenger
Member # 1505

posted 03-12-2001 07:24 PM

When you think about it, they will only have 6 ships in a couple of years.
There current fleet is:
SuperStar Leo
SuperStar Virgo
SuperStar Gemini
SuperStar Aries
SuperStar Taurus
Star Pisces
Norwegian Star
MegaStar Aries
MegaStar Taurus

Now that they have announced fleet changes the SUPERSTAR ARIES will leave in 2002. I have also heard that they will be eventuall selling the NORWEGIAN STAR. And if they decided that they will also sell the STAR PISCES for the fleet modernisation program, that will leave them with a fleet of SIX:

SuperStar Leo
SuperStar Virgo
SuperStar Gemini
SuperStar Taurus
MegaStar Aries
MegaStar Taurus

just a thought,
Brian

Posts: 865 | From: Massachusetts, USA | Registered: Aug 2000 | IP: Logged

Fairsky
First Class Passenger
Member # 781

posted 03-13-2001 05:03 PM

Don't forget that Star is receiving the SS Norway, and two HUGE new saggitarius class ships from Meyer Werft (100,000+ tons) in the next few years. In the long run what they are doing is smart. With numerous other new asian cruise lines emerging with older ships Star is positioning itself as the only player in the market with new, large, modern vessels. Another thing to consider is the place of NCL in the Star Cruises company. NCL has been a weak player in the largest cruise market in the world (north america), and if they do not strengthen that brand quickly Star may find itself out of north america all together. for that reason a lot of money and new ships are being pushed into north america- it is simply the branch of the company that needs the most help right now.

In my opinion the only risk Star is taking is the new Freestyle Cruising concept with NCL. If that concept fails they are in big trouble- but if star is right, and freestyle is the future of cruising NCL may be the greatest comeback story in the history of cruising. Time will tell.

Posts: 1685 | From: Chicago, Illinois | Registered: Jul 99 | IP: Logged

Tim in Fort Lauderdale
First Class Passenger
Member # 953

posted 03-14-2001 06:43 AM

Skye,

Star never contracted got the new Saggittarius class and I think the handwriting on the wall is pretty clear as far as the Norway is concerned.

If it's old, doesnt work or doesnt make money, get rid of it or shift tonnage. Star reacts quickly to market conditions and they're paring down operations in Asia that aren't earing there keep. They've obviously realized that the greater returns at this point in time are coming from North America and the NCL Group. Yes, they're taking a risk but it seems to be paying off in spades.

Don't be surprised to if you see Star sell more tonnage, the Norway's career to be shortlived (if at all) with them and the Norwegian Sea transferred to Star in Asia in 2002.

Tim

Posts: 1468 | From: Fort Lauderdale, FL | Registered: Dec 1999 | IP: Logged

recab
First Class Passenger
Member # 1677

posted 03-14-2001 09:45 AM

timber,
At Meyers Werft they don´t even consider the Saggittarius ships as options any more!

Posts: 730 | From: Aland, Finland | Registered: Nov 2000 | IP: Logged

Eric Cruises
First Class Passenger
Member # 957

posted 03-15-2001 07:10 PM

Meyer Werft is now consider to build the plan of "Sagittarius-Class". But this news still not confirm yet.

Star Cruises now is talking with some shipyard to build some meger line which deliever beyond 2002.

Posts: 301 | From: Hong Kong, China | Registered: Dec 1999 | IP: Logged

origo
First Class Passenger
Member # 1852

posted 03-25-2001 04:23 PM

The reason that S. Cruise wants to sell Norwegian Star is that the ship is a wreck.

But the problem with a decreasing fleet:
I,m quiet sure that NCL will treanfer the 40000 ton ship to S. Cruise. This ship starts to be to small for carribean but are perfect for the smaller demands in Asia.

Posts: 40 | From: Stockholm, Sweden | Registered: Mar 2001 | IP: Logged

gohaze
First Class Passenger
Member # 586

posted 03-27-2001 11:58 PM

Hi...Star will also be losing the Superstar Aries next spring when she joins Orient as the Ocean Voyager. I heard that they wanted to do it this year but Orient has had so much work to do on the Crown Odyssey after the way NCL had run it into the ground, that they had to beg off.
....peter

Posts: 1909 | From: Vancouver.BC | Registered: Sep 99 | IP: Logged

bjp
First Class Passenger
Member # 1182

posted 03-30-2001 05:59 PM

Just had a great cruise on super star virgo out of singapore the trouble with some people is they dont want to go on holiday and enjoy there selves.

[This message has been edited by bjp (edited 03-30-2001).]

Posts: 18 | From: UK | Registered: Mar 2000 | IP: Logged

pungpui
First Class Passenger
Member # 1218

posted 04-01-2001 03:21 AM

how was it??

Posts: 419 | From: Sydney, NSW, Australia | Registered: Apr 2000 | IP: Logged

neviboy
First Class Passenger
Member # 1527

posted 04-03-2001 05:49 PM

You chaps sure know the Star Line. We are thinking of an Asian cruise in November. I have the brochure of Gemini. A 10 day cruise would be O.K. from either Singapore or Hong Kong. We are people oriented (sorry about the pun) and have heard that Star has 75% Orientals, generally, which makes for a language problem, of course. Norwegian Wind has not received good reviews (only 2 rcd.)
We are not fuss pots, but enjoy the usual comforts which go with cruising. We are U.K. Canadian and Floridians in equal parts. !!

Posts: 75 | From: Pompano Bch. Florida. USA | Registered: Aug 2000 | IP: Logged

Beezo
First Class Passenger
Member # 1505

posted 04-27-2001 05:04 PM

Hey,
I'm not sure if I'm correct, but is it true that Star Cruises has been leasing one of their ships...SuperStar Capricorn? I think the lease ends in 2 years. I wonder what they will do with her. By then, if they still have the Norwegian Star, that means that they will have 2 of the Royal Viking Sisters!

Brian

Posts: 865 | From: Massachusetts, USA | Registered: Aug 2000 | IP: Logged

David McIntosh
First Class Passenger
Member # 1737

posted 04-29-2001 09:40 AM

Just a question. Some of the above comments make reference to the conditions of NCL ships. Do they not take good care of their ships?

Posts: 124 | From: Columbia, SC, USA | Registered: Jan 2001 | IP: Logged

Beezo
First Class Passenger
Member # 1505

posted 04-29-2001 10:51 AM

Personally, I think they take great care of their ships.

Brian

Posts: 865 | From: Massachusetts, USA | Registered: Aug 2000 | IP: Logged

Eric Cruises
First Class Passenger
Member # 957

posted 04-30-2001 09:01 AM

I don't think Star Cruises will take back SuperStar Capricorn in the service. Because Star Cruises is meeting a huge problem in operating the old Norwegian Star.

Posts: 301 | From: Hong Kong, China | Registered: Dec 1999 | IP: Logged

bmajor
First Class Passenger
Member # 1754

posted 04-30-2001 04:21 PM

Neviboy.......There are fifteen reader reviews of Superstar Gemini on this page which should tell you all you need to know about who goes etc. We found it to be a great ship too.....enjoy your cruise.

Posts: 1371 | From: Orewa.New Zealand. | Registered: Jan 2001 | IP: Logged

Beezo
First Class Passenger
Member # 1505

posted 04-30-2001 04:53 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Eric Lee:
I don't think Star Cruises will take back SuperStar Capricorn in the service. Because Star Cruises is meeting a huge problem in operating the old Norwegian Star.

Eric,
what do you think they will do? Pesonally, i think they should make a new brand with the two sisters. It will be great to see them together once again, how ever, they cant have their own names.
Comments?

Brian

Posts: 865 | From: Massachusetts, USA | Registered: Aug 2000 | IP: Logged

Eric Cruises
First Class Passenger
Member # 957

posted 05-03-2001 10:31 AM

Some Star Cruises's staff told me that Star Cruises will sell Norwegian Star. Because Star Cruises is meeting some problem in operating her.

I just scanned "Sagittarius-class" vessel's Artist's photo which announced by Meyer Werft Shipyard last year. Here is 116,000grt SuperStar Sagittarius II,

Posts: 301 | From: Hong Kong, China | Registered: Dec 1999 | IP: Logged

HomeLines
First Class Passenger
Member # 1707

posted 05-03-2001 10:59 PM

What kinds of problems is Star Cruises having with the Norwegian Star? Friends of mine in Australia said it was a great ship.

Posts: 165 | Registered: Dec 2000 | IP: Logged

origo
First Class Passenger
Member # 1852

posted 05-13-2001 12:31 PM

The problems that S. Cruise has with N Star is that the ship is a wreck!!!!!!!

She is really badly maintained, not by S. Cruises but by NCL.

As it is right now the officers feels it like a punnichment if they have to make a contract on Norwegian Star.

Posts: 40 | From: Stockholm, Sweden | Registered: Mar 2001 | IP: Logged

recab
First Class Passenger
Member # 1677

posted 05-16-2001 02:22 AM

Which officers told you that Origo?

Posts: 730 | From: Aland, Finland | Registered: Nov 2000 | IP: Logged

All times are ET (US)

Ultimate Bulletin Board^TM 6.1.0.3

VACATION & CRUISE SPECIALS

Check out these great deals from CruisePage.com

Royal Caribbean - Bahamas Getaway from $129 per person

Description: Experience the beautiful ports of Nassau and Royal Caribbean's private island - CocoCay on a 3-night Weekend Getaway to the Bahamas. Absorb everything island life has to offer as you snorkel with the stingrays, parasail above the serene blue waters and walk the endless white sand beaches. From Miami.

Carnival - 4-Day Bahamas from $229 per person

Description: Enjoy a wonderful 3 Day cruise to the fun-loving playground of Nassau, Bahamas. Discover Nassau, the capital city as well as the cultural, commercial and financial heart of the Bahamas. Meet the Atlantic Southern Stingrays, the guardians of Blackbeard's treasure.

NCL - Bermuda - 7 Day from $499 per person

Description: What a charming little chain of islands. Walk on pink sand beaches. Swim and snorkel in turquoise seas. Take in the historical sights. They're stoically British and very quaint. Or explore the coral reefs. You can get to them by boat or propelled by fins. You pick. Freestyle Cruising doesn't tell you where to go or what to do. Sure, you can plan ahead, or decide once onboard. After all, it's your vacation. There are no deadlines or must do's.

Holland America - Eastern Caribbean from From $599 per person

Description: White sand, black sand, talcum soft or shell strewn, the beaches of the Eastern Caribbean invite you to swim, snorkel or simply relax. For shoppers, there's duty-free St. Thomas, the Straw Market in Nassau, French perfume and Dutch chocolates on St. Maarten. For history buffs, the fascinating fusion of Caribbean, Latin and European cultures. For everyone, a day spent on HAL's award winning private island Half Moon Cay.

Celebrity - 7-Night Western Mediterranean from $549 per person

Description: For centuries people have traveled to Europe to see magnificent ruins, art treasures and natural wonders. And the best way to do so is by cruise ship. Think of it - you pack and unpack only once. No wasted time searching for hotels and negotiating train stations. Instead, you arrive at romantic ports of call relaxed, refreshed and ready to take on the world.

Holland America - Alaska from From $499 per person

Description: Sail between Vancouver and Seward, departing Sundays on the ms Statendam or ms Volendam and enjoy towering mountains, actively calving glaciers and pristine wildlife habitat. Glacier Bay and College Fjord offer two completely different glacier-viewing experiences.

More Vacation & Cruise Specials...