WHY IT RATES: Guest aboard the Scenic Eclipse will have the luxury of going below and beyond and experiencing some of nature’s most beautiful sites.—Jessica Zickefoose, TravelPulse Associate Editor
Scenic Eclipse, the world’s first Discovery Yachts, are redefining the standard of ocean cruising, providing guests with unparalleled underwater experiences on board the Scenic Neptune U Boat Worx Cruise Submarine 7.
Capable of diving to 300 meters, or 984 feet, with seating for up to six guests, the submarine has been custom-built for optimal sightseeing of marine wonders, offering guests an unforgettable excursion into the wide blue depths, and unique access to some of nature’s most beautiful sites.
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Scenic Founder and Chairman, Glen Moroney, says the submarine will offer guests a unique opportunity to go below and beyond. “Scenic has always sought to venture beyond the horizon, and with our submarine, we provide guests with the opportunity to enjoy access to some of nature’s most beautiful marine environments.”
“From inside the U-Boat Worx submersibles, each guest will enjoy an uninterrupted view thanks to the strategic placement of all components and the use of an ultra-clear acrylic hull, expertly engineered to make you feel “at one” with the ocean,” Mr. Moroney added.
The U-Boat Worx submarine is designed to meet international noise standards and to provide unmatched comfort, space and style, with maximum legroom and headroom while keeping overall weight and size to a minimum. This combination delivers the ultimate diving experience.
Internal climate control and a surround sound music system form part of the fine detailing, together with the optimum ergo dynamics to facilitate ease of boarding and disembarking.
The submarine design consists of a three-person pod on the front and at the back of the sub for a total of six guests plus the pilot, who is located behind the guests. The seats are mounted on a platform that can swivel 180 degrees, so the guests are able to see both sides of the submarine.
Strong exterior lights will allow guests to take in the colors and details of wrecks and other underwater sights.
“The sub is able to do from 8 to 12 dives per day, depending on the length of dive, giving as many guests as possible access to this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” said Mr. Moroney. “Because the cabin is pressurized, there is also no need for a slow ascent or descent. One of the thrills for guests is a fast, upward journey where they pop out from below the ocean with a splash”.
Based in the Netherlands, U-Boat Worx is the world’s largest manned submersible manufacturer. For more than 12 years, they have delivered private submersibles to a variety of discerning individuals and organizations, culminating in one of the largest fleets worldwide.
Melding world-class innovation with incredible luxury, the Scenic Eclipse offers: 114 all-verandah suites range in size from 345 ft² to 2,659 ft²; 10 dining options—from Asian Fusion to French fine dining to a chef’s table to a poolside buffet.
In addition, it also offers a 5,920 ft² spa with a well-equipped gym and separate yoga and Pilates studio; two six-guest helicopters and one six-guest submarine, to allow for explorations far beyond any done on expedition ships to date; a 240-seat theater for entertainment and lectures; indoor and outdoor plunge pools; butler service for all guests; and an almost 1:1 guest-to-staff ratio.
And then there is the technology: innovative zero-speed stabilizer fins, 50% larger than standard to provide greater stability; the highest passenger ship ice class rating—Polar Class 6 (Ice Class 1A Super); redundancies in propulsion, navigation, safety systems and food refrigeration; state-of-the-art bridge systems; and a GPS dynamic positioning system.
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has grown over its 31-year history to include award-winning, all-inclusive escorted tours that take participants to many of the world’s most fascinating destinations; two award-winning river cruise lines—Scenic and Emerald Waterways; and, launching January 2019, the world’s first Discovery Yacht—Scenic Eclipse.
Emerald Waterways‘ seven Star Ships offer deluxe cruises in Europe, and the Mekong, while Scenic’s 15 Space Ships offer truly all-inclusive, five-star river cruises in the same destinations as well as the Irrawaddy River in Myanmar.
Additional information on these and other cruises, brochures and reservations can be obtained via travel agents.
In the US: scenicusa.com; phone 844-788-7985; or email: [email protected].
In Canada: scenic.ca; phone (866) 689-8611; or email:[email protected].
Brochures can also be downloaded directly from the website.
SOURCE: Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours press release
