Spirit of Discovery makes historic call to Aruba.
ORANJESTAD - Recently, the luxurious cruise ship Spirit of Discovery, operated by Saga Cruises, made its first historic call to Aruba.
As per tradition, this visit was celebrated with a traditional plaque exchange ceremony, marking the official visit to our beautiful island.
Monica Bos – Cruise Manager of the Aruba Tourism Authority (ATA), Mario Arends – Chief Commercial Officer of the Aruba Ports Authority (APA), and members of Caribbean Port Agencies, who assisted in facilitating the cruise ship's visit attended the ceremony.
The captain of the Spirit of Discovery personally presented a commemorative plaque to the representatives of ATA and APA. Likewise, Aruba's representatives each presented a commemorative plaque to the captain as a gesture of appreciation and to celebrate the partnership. This ceremony highlights the importance of maintaining strong relationships between cruise lines and destinations, promoting tourism, and creating unforgettable experiences for passengers and crew members.
Saga Cruises, headquartered in the United Kingdom, specializes in exclusive travel experiences for guests over 50 years. They combine comfort, elegance, and high-quality service. The Spirit of Discovery is the second luxurious cruise ship in Saga's fleet, alongside its sister ship Spirit of Adventure. Both ships are known for their intimate atmosphere, upscale accommodations, and carefully curated itineraries to global destinations. The Spirit of Discovery has a capacity of 999 passengers and features 554 cabins, ensuring a personalized and relaxing experience. The ship stands out for its onboard dining options, world-class entertainment, and elevated activities. Additionally, it boasts a crew of 530 members.
The Spirit of Discovery departs from England on a 49-day journey, visiting Madeira, Saint Lucia, Barbados, the Grenadines, Curaçao, Aruba, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Honduras, Belize, Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Bermuda, the Azores in Portugal, and returning to Portsmouth, England.
Cruise Tourism in Aruba
Aruba strengthens its position as a leading cruise destination in the Caribbean. Our culture, beaches, marine life, and warm hospitality make Aruba a preferred destination among cruise passengers.
Welcoming the Spirit of Discovery strengthens the relationship with Saga Cruises and aligns with its vision of offering excellent experiences to its visitors.