Ferry "Princess Anastasia". Cruise on the ferry

To visit European capitals, this type of transport can be chosen as a ferry. Unlike a train, an airplane and a bus, this is the most comfortable way of moving. For sleeping while on a ferry, a full bed is provided in the cabin, which has all the amenities. In addition, the services of passengers are saunas and restaurants, bars and other entertainment facilities. Border control is carried out directly at the marina.

Various ferries go to Europe from St. Petersburg. "Princess Anastasia" is one of them.

History

"Princess Anastasia" - a ferry built in 1986 at the Finnish shipyard Turku. It was originally called Olympia. In 1993 the ferry was sold to a new owner and changed its name to Pride of Bilbao. Used it to work on the route Portsmouth - Bilbao. In 2010, the new owner of the ship was the Russian company St. Petersburg. Peter Line. After some modification, the ferry began to be called "Princess Anastasia". This name he received in honor of the youngest daughter of Emperor Nicholas II.

Description

Photo of the ferry "Princess Anastasia" will help to get an idea about this nine-decked handsome man. This is a modern vessel, which is designed to carry passengers and cars. At the same time two thousand five hundred people and five hundred and eighty cars can board the ferry.

The ship belongs to the company of Russia. However, it goes under the Maltese flag. Why did it happen? This is due to the high level of security system, comfort and service of the ferry, which are in accordance with European requirements. This is followed by the European Commission and the administration of Malta.

The ferry provides for the passage of passengers and cargo transportation eight decks. On the lower two parking lots for cars. On the fourth, fifth and sixth deck there are cabins. In the central part of the last one there is a children's club, a cafe, and shops. The seventh deck was given to a disco, restaurants and a casino. On the eighth there is a bar and a conference room.

On the ferry there are cabins of a different level of comfort. Graduation begins with the economy class and ends with apartments with two rooms, from which you can admire the sea. All cabins are air-conditioned. They have a toilet and shower.

Itinerary

Ferry "Princess Anastasia" (photo below) starts its journey from the sea station of the Northern capital.

Further its route passes in Helsinki, and then - to Stockholm and Tallinn. Thus, a cruise on the ferry "Princess Anastasia" allows you to visit just three capitals of the European continent. For travelers this is a very convenient option. In the evening and at night, passengers are on a comfortable ship, where they have the opportunity to have dinner in a restaurant, to become a spectator of a show program, to visit a sauna or a disco, and then to spend the night in comfort. In the morning the ferry arrives at the port, and all day can be spent at its discretion - take a walk around the city, arrange a shopping or go on an excursion.

What will you need to arrange for a trip?

Travel by bus many tourists prefer ferries. "Princess Anastasia" - an excellent option for a long journey. In order to climb on its board, you need to issue a Schengen multivisa. You can do it yourself or contact a travel agency that will collect the necessary documents for a small fee.

To apply for a visa, you will need a certificate of employment indicating your income. Instead, a certificate from the bank about the state of the account can be provided. There will also be two photos, a completed application form and a passport for foreign travel.

Price list

To buy a ticket to the cruise "Princess Anastasia", which involves visiting the three European capitals, you can for 300-1000 euros. The price depends on the cabin category. Significant savings on travel will help special offers and burning tours. So, in a cabin of economy class, the prices for a trip from St. Petersburg to Helsinki start from fifty euros.

The cost of transporting cars on the ferry "Princess Anastasia" is from seventy to one hundred euros. Sometimes there are special offers. In this case, the vehicle will need to pay only thirty-five to sixty euros, taking into account the space in the cabin for passengers and the driver.

Check aboard the ferry

After passing the border control at the marina, passengers are met by the security service of the ferry "Princess Anastasia". Directly on board, employees check passengers' luggage for alcohol, shining through things. Alcohol is strictly prohibited. Lovers of strong drinks can visit the store Duty Free. Traveled alcohol security service is deposited before the end of the trip.

schedule

In the cruise "Princess Anastasia" departs from St. Petersburg at 18 or 19 hours. Time varies depending on the season. After departure and until the morning the ferry is on the way, arriving the next day in Helsinki. In the afternoon, passengers are given free time, excursions are offered for sightseeing in the Finnish capital. In the evening of the same day the ferry leaves for Stockholm. The next morning the ship arrives in Sweden. Walking around the city passengers can throughout the day. In the evening the ship goes to its next point of the route - Tallinn.

On board the ferry is a conference room. Every evening representatives of travel agencies collect passengers in it and offer excursions the next day.

Entertainment on board

The photo of the ferry "Princess Anastasia" is the clear proof that cruises on this comfortable liner will bring real pleasure. The ship is a real entertainment center. There are nightclubs and cinemas, a pool complex and a casino. On the sixth deck is Aqua SPA KIVACH. There is a wide choice of various SPA-procedures. There is a gym on the ferry.

For small travelers on the sixth deck there is a children's club. Parents leave the kids in it under the supervision of educators. Older children can play exciting games and participate in cognitive master classes of art.

Food

Cruise on the ferry "Princess Anastasia" get, without fear of any domestic problems. The same applies to nutrition. Several bars and restaurants are open on the ship. The best option is breakfast and dinner on the ship. You can dine in the city that you visit.

On the sixth deck is Cafe Bake & Coffe. Here you can always try fresh pastries and hot drinks, including chocolate. Passengers in the cafe are also offered salads and light soups.

On the seventh deck is the Funny Rabit bar. Its visitors can participate in a karaoke show, watch sports broadcasts and try out seven different beers. Here is the restaurant New York City. Visitors can enjoy American emigrants and New York contrasts.

In the evenings, on the seventh deck of the ferry, the Columbus Bar opens. He receives good reviews from visitors. "Princess Anastasia" invites the artists of the ballet "Music-Hall" on its board. They perform at the bar every evening. Holidaymakers can see show programs, as well as excerpts from Broadway musicals, which combine elements of light-hearted operetta, graceful ballet, detective, variety show and show.

The ferry invites its passengers to the eighth deck. Here is the Night Rabbit Bar, which hosts the most exciting shows and loud parties. And the audience in it is the most fun.

This bar offers many different snacks. For those who prefer special drinks, the menu presents a wide range of the most rare varieties of tea, the magnificent single malt whiskey Laphroig and Lagavulin, and much more. There is a smoking room. In it passengers of the ferry are offered cigarettes, cigars, as well as a variety of hookah menu.

Seven Seas is located on the seventh deck. It offers breakfast and dinner buffet. The restaurant will please any passenger with a wide choice of salads and snacks, hot dishes and seafood.

For those who prefer Japanese cuisine, the sushi bar Kampai Champagne Bar is open on the eighth deck. In it, guests are greeted by piano music, offering unobtrusive service.

The cost of food depends on the institution. So, if you pre-pay breakfast on a buffet in the restaurant Seven Seas will need to pay eleven euros. Directly on board, payment will be slightly higher and amount to 12 euros.

What you need to know when going on a cruise

Passengers on board the ferry "Princess Anastasia" can only pay out the euro or the Swedish krona (both cash and plastic card). Russian rubles as a means of payment here have no circulation. For the convenience of passengers on the ferry operates a point where you can make currency exchange. However, it is advisable to purchase the euro in advance.

For smoking on the ship there are special places. They should be found, so that you do not have to pay a fine. It should also be borne in mind that the work of cellular telephones is unstable in the sea. The best connection is in the ports.

In cities, a ferry landing ends half an hour before sailing. When late passengers do not return money, and the cruise itself is canceled. You can get more information on the official website.