Mein Schiff 5 Makes Inaugural Call to Antigua and Barbuda
The cruise ship arrived with approximately 2,468 passengers and is scheduled to return every other week.
Mein Schiff 5 made its inaugural call to Antigua and Barbuda, bringing approximately 2,468 passengers to St. John’s on a day when three cruise ships were in port.
The vessel arrived under the command of Captain Ioannis Anastasiou. It is scheduled to return every other week, making Antigua and Barbuda a regular stop on its itinerary.
Heritage Quay was bustling as passengers from the three ships came ashore, giving visitors a chance to explore St. John’s and other parts of the destination.
In a message marking the inaugural visit, the destination extended a welcome to Captain Anastasiou, his crew and passengers and looked ahead to the ship’s return calls.
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