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Mein Schiff 3 will inaugurate La Gomera's extended cruise berth

The Port of San Sebastián de La Gomera in the Canary Islands will offer a cruise pier of 340mtr long for the upcoming peak season, as the existing berth has been lengthened by 38mtr.

Mary Bond, Editor in Chief

July 22, 2014

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In 2010, Mein Schiff 1 officially inaugurated the existing cruise pier which can accommodate ships up to 275mtr length alongside. It was built by the Port Authority of Santa Cruz de Tenerife to improve cruise facilities in La Gomera.

The recently named Mein Schiff 3, will officially inaugurate the newly extened pier on November 28, 2014 during her Canary and Madeira Islands and Morocco itinerary.

Cruise passengers in La Gomera are expected to rise 43% as a result of the newly lengthened facility which will also be used by ships from P&O Cruises, Thomson Cruises, AIDA Cruises, Fred Olsen Cruise Line and Azamara Cruises, amongst others.

La Gomera boasts a rich history. Its capital San Sebastián was Christopher Columbus’ last port of call on his voyage which led to the discovery of America. English and Dutch pirates regularly raided the island in search of gold and goods from America.

The whole island is a Biosphere Reserve and the National Park of Garajonay, in the heart of the island, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Shorex include trekking through Quaternary laurel forests, whale and dolphin watching, traditional handicrafts, in the foosteps of Christopher Columbus, scuba diving, golf, fishing and bike tours.

About the Author

Mary Bond

Editor in Chief

Mary Bond is Group Director, Seatrade Cruise a division within Informa Markets and responsible for the Seatrade portfolio of global cruise events, print and online cruise publishing.

Mary is also the publisher and editor-in-chief of Seatrade Cruise News and Seatrade Cruise Review magazine.

Mary has worked in the shipping industry for 39 years, first for Lloyd’s Register of Shipping before joining Seatrade’s editorial team in 1985.

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