Who owns pullmantur cruises

All three ships, Sovereign built in , Horizon , and Monarch and are relatively old and inefficient. It appears clear that Pullmantur is facing substantial financial troubles, as explained in the YouTube site, due to the cease of operations caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The employees who contacted me suggest that a company intending to transport and entertain passengers in the future would unlikely dismantle its ships like this.

Pullmantur is an offshoot of the Madrid-based travel agency Pullmantur. Given the current pandemic and the fact that some news reports indicate that Spain has indefinitely suspended cruising from its ports , it is highly unlikely that Pullmantur could make a profit in the foreseeable future. Customers have contacted our office indicating that Pullmantur is refusing to issue refunds for canceled cruises due to the pandemic.

Cruise Law News , an industry blog, reported that employees had begun dismantling the interiors of the Monarch and the Sovereign, which are currently docked in Naples, Italy, according to CruiseMapper. At the time of the announcement, Pullmantur ships were staffed with minimal crew on board for maintenance, and the company will ensure their safe return home, according to the announcement. Exclusive: Cruise industry announces US sailing suspension extended until Sept. Facebook Twitter Email.

Spain was just beginning to find out cruising in , mostly on foreign cruise vessels, with many departing from foreign ports. Pullmantur Cruises' establishment, with weekly departures of Oceanic from Barcelona, pushed Spanish cruising into overdrive.

With all-inclusive fares, quality product and smart marketing, the line had an effect in Spain such as Carnival Cruise Line in the United States. Pullmantur was making cruising popular and affordable to the masses. The expansion of the company came fast.

After buying three cruise ships of its own, in Pullmantur chartered R Five from the creditors of bankrupt Renaissance Cruises. The ship was marketed as Blue Dream. R Six, marketed as Blue Star, was added in Delphin Seereisen, the charterer of R Seven, had meanwhile gone bankrupt, and in that ship was also bought by Pullmantur Cruises and renamed Blue Moon.

The vessel was renamed to Sky Wonder. A few months later, it was announced that Pullmantur, including its airline and tour operator sister companies, had been scooped up by the world's second-largest cruise line, RCCL Royal Caribbean Group. Now, Pullmantur had the backing of a much bigger, wealthier company to help go on with its expansion. RCCL received a strong presence in the European cruise market. RCCL also retains full ownership of the cruise vessels and aircraft operated by the two brands, which were leased into the joint venture.

As of , Colombia is company's 3rd largest market after Spain and Brazil operated year-round with Pullmantur Monarch. Colombia is currently ranked South America's 3rd largest market - after Brazil and Argentina. Pullmantur is the biggest Spain-based cruise company. It appeals mainly to Spanish passengers, even though voyages on Pullmantur vessels are also sold by travel operators out of the Spanish-speaking market.

Like most major cruise lines , Pullmantur attracts a wide selection of passengers, though naturally on its cruises they are mainly Spanish and Brazilian during winter months. However, you may find passengers of all types and ages. There may also be several non-Spanish-speaking guests from Canada or Northern Europe.

The primary shipboard language is Spanish, but many staff members speak English, as well. To accommodate international cruisers, announcements are made in both Spanish and English. English-speaking passengers who look to immerse themselves in Spanish culture will definitely enjoy voyages with Pullmantur.

The shipboard currency varies by itinerary. Most Pullmantur ships offer an "all-inclusive" product. Some extras like brand alcoholic drinks are included in cruise price. However, as of October , alcoholic beverage packages are sold separately. Currently, Pullmantur's prices include tea, coffee, water, and juice. Most ships don't cruise for Pullmantur during northern hemisphere's winter season.

Then, they are either laid up or chartered to other cruise lines, including the Brazillian Viagens CVC. In , Pullmantur started offering electric bike tours led by guide instructors. Helmets, water, and energy bars are provided. In early-December , Pullmantur Cruceros introduced "Pullmantur Visa" card via a partnership with Bankinter Consumer Finance specializing in credit cards and consumer loans.

Pullmantur Visa allows easier booking and financing over a period up to 18 months. Pullmantur's credit card is for the Spanish market only Spanish nationals and residents in Spain and without maintenance fees.