2022 will see a new cruise line begin sailing in the UK as Ambassador Cruise Line becomes the first new British cruise operator to launch since 2010. Ambassador Cruise Line will offer a premium-value, authentic cruise experience sailing from its homeport of Tilbury in Essex just east of London. You’ll be forgiven for thinking that the ship, itineraries and the general offering seem very familiar, many of the management team include several former employees of Cruise & Maritime Voyages which sadly ceased operating in July 2020 in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic.
What type of cruisers is Ambassador Cruise Line aimed at?
Ambassador Cruise Line is set to offer a premium-value, authentic and friendly cruise experience with traditional values to the over 50’s market. Their aim will be to deliver distinguished cuisine and great entertainment whilst sailing fascinating voyages on a classic cruise ship with like-minded guests.
When will Ambassador Cruise Line start sailing?
The maiden season will commence on Wednesday 6th April 2022 with a short break cruise to Hamburg. Sailings have been released from then, all the way through to May 2023 with a total of 33 sailings now on sale.
Where will Ambassador Cruise Line sail to?
All voyages will depart from London Tilbury with a no-fly programme of 33 inaugural-year sailings visiting a total of 88 different ports. Featured destinations will include the British Isles, the Norwegian Fjords, the Baltics and St Petersburg, Greenland, the Arctic and Iceland, plus several short break cruises. Over the winter months, a range of expedition-style voyages will sail to the Canaries and Scandinavia, as well as far afield as Cuba, the Caribbean and Cape Verde.
What will be included in the cruise fare?
All cruises will operate on a full-board basis. so breakfast, lunch and dinner will all be included in the price. There will be tea and coffee making facilities in every cabin and coffee, tea and water will be available 24 hours a day in the buffet area.
What is special about Ambassado Cruise Line?
Ambassador’s smaller to mid-sized classic cruise ship aims to offer a higher space to guest ratio. Facilities will be plentiful but not gimmicky and do not take up space that guests enjoy for relaxing. Retaining the traditional values is set to be at the heart of their offering. As a smaller operator they’ll be able to build relationships between staff and guests and create a true sense of community. The restaurants onboard will offer variety and guests will be able to enjoy a tailored entertainment and enrichment programme aimed specifically at the over 50’s market.
Can you tell me more about Ambassador Cruise Line’s ship?
Ambassador Cruise Line has chosen to name its first cruise ship Ambience. You may well be familiar with this ship, she was built in 1991 and launched as Regal Princess, she was in fact christened by former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. In 2007, following a major refurbishment, she was transferred to P&O Australia where she was renamed Pacific Dawn. In 2020 she was all set to join the Cruise & Maritime fleet as the newest flagship, the Amy Johnson, however due to the Covid-19 pandemic this fell through. Thankfully she has now found her new home as Ambience, Ambassodor Cruise Line’s first ever ship.
- 1,400 guest capacity
- 798 cabins (23% balcony) ranging from 18-52sq metres
- 5 restaurants including speciality dining options
- 9 lounges
- A swimming pool, spa and fitness facilities
- Crew to guest ratio: 2.15
