Santa Cruz II
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| History | |
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| Name | Santa Cruz II |
| Owner | Metropolitan Touring company |
| In service | Yes |
| Identification |
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| Refurbishment: | 2015 |
| Construction: | 2002 |
| General characteristics | |
| Type | Cruise ship |
| Decks | 5 |
| Capacity | 90 |
| Itineraries: | From 5 to 10 days |
Santa Cruz II is a cruise ship for travellers to the Galapagos Islands.[1][2] It is a current replacement to the M/V Santa Cruz ship operated by the Metropolitan Touring company which has been organizing tours in the country for over six decades.
History
Metropolitan Touring began operations in the 1960s.[3] Since then it has been guiding the expeditions through the Galapagos Archipelago in its M/V Santa Cruz and recently has launched its new ship Santa Cruz II.[4][failed verification] On 10 October 2015 the Santa Cruz II started its journey on the Ecuadorian Water.[5][failed verification] Its interior is designed by Richard Nilsson, while its Ecuadorian and International cuisine is under the direction of chef Byron Rivera.[6]
Features
Santa Cruz II has five decks of which three host 90 guests throughout 50 cabins.[7] There are variety of options for choosing cabins like single, double and family cabins.[8] The Darwinian suites here are a bit costly owing to its luxurious accommodation with panorama deck.[9] Santa Cruz II has indoor and outdoor dining, lounge bar and library with 24-hour free coffee, tea and water.[10] Each expedition is accompanied by one touring guide per 12 guests approx. and an expedition leader.[6] They provide expedition equipment during the voyage.[9]
References
- ^ Oseid, John. "Santa Cruz II: The New Star Of The Galápagos Waters". Forbes. Retrieved 9 February 2017.
- ^ Stone, Deborah (25 June 2015). "Metropolitan Touring to launch new ship Santa Cruz II for Galapagos Islands expeditions". Daily Express. Retrieved 9 February 2017.
- ^ "Santa Cruz II Galapagos cruise information, brochure and cuisine". Official website. Retrieved 9 February 2017.
- ^ "25 reasons to set sail". The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 9 February 2017.
- ^ "Santa Cruz II". Harvard University Alumni Association. Retrieved 9 February 2017.[unreliable source?]
- ^ a b "Galapagos galore: Cruising the magical archipelago". Travel Trade Gazette. Retrieved 9 February 2017.
- ^ "Tauck Enhances its Tauck Bridges Family Travel Portfolio". TravelPulse. Retrieved 9 February 2017.
- ^ "South America extra: Galapágos cruise". The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 9 February 2017.[unreliable source?]
- ^ a b "Wildlife watching in the Galapagos Islands is an amazing experience". The Daily Mail. Retrieved 9 February 2017.
- ^ "Best Cruise Experience of 2015". Cruise Critic. Retrieved 9 February 2017.