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[ 02-10-2006: Message edited by: Ernst ]
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quote:Originally posted by Fairsky:
With that extra width, the inside balconies are certainly a possibility. I also like the idea of bowling alleys, if they can do ice skating why not?
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[ 02-10-2006: Message edited by: Commodore ]
quote:Ernst wrote:I also hope that the copyrightholders of these images forgive me....
Why should they! They should have been smart enough to do the same rendition as you. Yours actually does show how they stack up. Good onya Ernst!
Fairsky, thanks for posting the Ultra-wide concept image. I immediately thought of this when I saw Genesis’ specs, in particular her beam (which to me is moulded breadth and not beam at bridge-wing tips). The open promenade is a distinct possibility, but can Genesis reach the 220,000gt mark by having so much open-space? Regardless, it does seem like the two designs have some similarities (some pointed out by Commodore). Anyway, we all know the juicy bits are still to come and I don’t think RCI will want to give Carnival to many ideas by releasing them too early.
quote:Originally posted by bulbousbow:...Fairsky, thanks for posting the Ultra-wide concept image. ...can Genesis reach the 220,000gt mark by having so much open-space?
I'm wondering if Genesis is a further evolution of this concept with the Royal Promenade under a glass roof running most of the length of the ship and opening out onto a fantail at the stern. It may be towards the lower section Decks 4-8 or 9) between two "towers" of hotel block with a series of bridges, and glass elevators crossing between and rising up to the top decks... The extra beam and the added interior volume of such a space would account for the minimal additional length, but MUCH greater gross tonnage... Also with promenades being internal, perhaps they don't see the need for an exterior promenade, as from the illustration, there is definately NOT one, likewise the concept image posted by Fairsky. You can just see the lifeboats hanging free on the sides...
Of course, at this point its ALL moot, because drawings lie. Especially this early in the game!
This should prove fascinating...
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