Minerva Bridge Cruise
Shores of the Emerald Isle

Sun 18th – Thu 29th Aug 2013. Ref: 13026
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Your Ship – Minerva

Deck Plan

Minerva’s multi-million pound upgrade
A visionary multi-million pound upgrade has created more balcony suites than ever and expansive new public areas, giving passengers all that they love about Minerva and much, much more..

• 32 existing cabins have been extended with new balconies, creating a total of 44 balcony cabins (23% of passenger accommodation)
• All 181 passenger cabin facilities have been updated with new en suite facilities
• A new wrap-around panoramic Observation Lounge, the Orpheus Lounge and Bar, at the forward end of the Promenade Deck
• The Shackleton Bar has been extended into a horseshoe shape allowing passengers additional space
• A new walk round Promenade Deck has been laid at the top of the ship
• The former cinema has been upgraded to an additional lounge, the Livingstone Lounge
• The internet area has been relocated to the port side of the ship and now boasts a total of six terminals
• A new Salon Centre and Gymnasium have been created at the aft end of Aegean Deck
• The aft end of the new Sun Deck has been extended with teak decking to create an additional, sheltered outside space for relaxation
• A new canopy around the pool area on Bridge Deck now provides protection from the sun and an enhanced space for dining alfresco and enjoying late evening entertainment

Tastefully decorated – impeccably finished
Soft, subtle lighting and carefully chosen fabrics also extend to our cabins, all recently refurbished. A wide range of accommodation choices includes our spacious new balcony suites, furnished with all the comforts and facilities you would expect, deluxe and superior outside cabins with picture windows, and comfortable inside cabins that don’t miss out on essentials like ample storage space or on refinements such as bathrobes, binoculars and books.

Places you can hide away or stretch out
Choose to enjoy your Guest Speakers’ talks in the Darwin Lounge, the Orpheus or Livingstone Lounges or in the comfort of your cabin. You might be tempted to remain in the peaceful surrounds of the Orpheus Lounge at the top of the ship to admire panoramic views of passing wildlife, iconic coastlines or Minerva’s arrival in a new port. 

Relax in the informal Veranda or the conservatory-style Shackleton Bar with its comfortable cane chairs and potted palms, before taking a leisurely stroll around the expansive promenade deck to enjoy the fresh air. 

Hide away with a good book in the peaceful surrounds of the magnificent panelled Library, where you may also enjoy a game of backgammon or fit the last piece in the jigsaw. Work out in the Gym or indulge yourself in the Salon Centre or with a relaxing dip in the pool on Promenade Deck. 

Whether you want to keep busy or simply to relax, you will always find something to meet your needs whilst enjoying your time aboard.

Deck Plan

Minerva’s Profile

• Gross Tonnage – 12,449
• Length – 437 ft
• Beam – 66 ft
• Draft – 19 ft
• Cruising Speed – 14 knots
• Passenger Decks – 6
• Stabilisers – retractable fin
• Registration – Bahamas
• Passengers – 350
• Crew – 160; mainly Filipino and Ukrainian
• Officers – British and European
• Entered Service – 29th April 1996