Thursday, 11 July 2013

Swan Hellenic Cruise ship visit with lunch 04 July 2013

 
Swan Hellenic invited us to visit their cruise ship Minerva which cruises from Portsmouth Continental ferryport so Gill and Sue decided to take the morning looking round. Minerva is a small ship with just 190 cabins and appeals to those wanting a smaller, quieter ship but with still enough to do and low key entertainment.  They are well known as being the educational ships with several lecturers on board to educate you about the places you are visiting. The staff and very friendly and get to know you personally as there are fewer passengers.  Bar prices are very reasonable and no higher than typical bar prices. Typical prices were £4.50 for a glass of wine, £15 for a bottle, Pimms or cocktails from £3.50 which we thought were very reasonable.  They have undergone a refit in the last year and we were pleasantly surprised by the standard of this ship.  The following are a selection of photos to give an idea of what to expect.
 
 
Check in area in Portsmouth

Reception on board

Dining room

Well stocked library


Balcony to superior cabin

Owners suite with champagne supplied and replenished

Balcony suite



Deluxe balcony

Observation lounge

Bar in observation lounge

Sunbathing area away from pool

Outside dining area for lunch or evening meal

Only pool is in dining area

Bar and relaxing lounge area


Less formal dining area

Piano bar and loungs


Lecture area and entertainment area

Inside cabin

Outside cabin

Outside cabin with 2 portholes

Shower room

Small but well equipped gym


Main restaurant where we had a very enjoyable and tasty lunch

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