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Ship Stats and Features
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| Year Entered Service: |
29/04/1996 |
| Beam (Ship Width): |
66 ft |
| Length: |
437 ft |
| Tonnage: |
12449 |
| Crew: |
160 |
| Cruising Speed: |
14 kts |
| Number of Decks: |
6 |
| Number of Lifts: |
2 |
Explore the world from the comfort and convenience of Minerva II - an exceptional ship whose superb facilities and pampered lifestyle make time spent on board a home from home, whilst exploring the world. Swan Hellenic is the market leader in discovery travel. The company's reputation as the master of the art of discovery cruising has been built on 50 years of experience. It has uniquely married the enjoyment of exploring intriguing destinations, with the provision of a sophisticated and relaxed country house style of service and accommodation.
- The Dining Room: silver service breakfast, lunch and dinner. In the evenings this is more formal and men wear jacket and tie.
- The Bridge: Conservatory style informal restaurant for al fresco breakfast and lunch. In the evenings the mood changes to a warm, relaxed atmosphere.
- The Grill, where you will fully appreciate why Minerva II is described as a floating Country House
- Swan Restaurant, where the exquisite menu and extensive wine list are complimented perfectly by the surroundings.
- The Orpheus Room used in the day for theatre workshops and classes and is a late night Jazz venue
- The Wheeler Bar has a club like atmosphere, is great for pre dinner cocktails and liqueurs after dinner and music from the pianist or clarinet duo
- The Lounge is the venue for the main entertainment events and social functions, this consists mainly of classical concerts, light opera, jazz and comedy and drama presentations.
- The ship features an excellent lecture programme, featuring renowned authorities on subjects such as archeology, geneology, zoology and much more.
- Spa and Beauty salon offering a wide range of treatments including aromatherapy, massage, hairdressing, body treatments and use of the Thalassotherapy pool
- The Fitness Centre with choice of equipment and an instructor on hand to help and guide you through the different facilities
- Swimming pool & hot tubs
- Steam room
- Jogging track
- Library and games room
- Card room
- The Lounge for talks from invited Guest Speakers
- Lecture programme