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New Cruise Ships in 2003

A Dozen New Mainstream Cruise Ships Sail in 2003

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The cruise industry is giving cruise lovers twelve new ships in 2003, a significant increase from the five new ships we saw last year. It is exciting to have more choices in cruise ships, and the innovative new technology and improved amenities found on newer ships make cruising an even better vacation option. (As if that were possible!) The Coral Princess led the way this year with her christening on January 3, and new ships will debut with each season of the year. Here is a listing of the newest mainstream cruise ships to join the cruise industry, and their expected inaugural sailing dates.

New Cruise Ships in 2003

Date in 2003 ShipCruise Line Passengers Tons
January Coral Princess Princess 1,970 88,000
March Seven Seas Voyager Radisson Seven Seas 700 49,000
April AIDAaura Aida 1,300 42,000
April MSC Lirica MSC Cruises 1,600 60,000
June Costa Mediterranea Costa 2,114 86,000
July Crystal Serenity Crystal 1,080 68,000
July Island Princess Princess 1,950 88,000
July Carnival Glory Carnival 3,000 110,000
July Oosterdam Holland America 1,848 85,000
August Serenade of the Seas Royal Caribbean International 2,100 90,000
November Mariner of the Seas Royal Caribbean International 3,114 138,000
December Costa Fortuna Costa 2,720 105,000

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