A
sister ship of M. S. Yangtze Princess, she had her maiden voyage
in 1992. This 87.2 meters long and 16 meters wide deluxe cruise
ship was the third one ever built in Wuhan. For a ship that is about
10 years old, she is still in great shape due to frequent "refits"
and "tune-ups". The accommodations and facilities were
up to a 4 star rating international hotel. She has 1 presidential
suite, 3 deluxe suites and 72 standard cabins, with a total capacity
of 152 passengers. Installed with engines of 2640 h.p., she has
a speed of 28 km per hour in still water.
Many things worthy of mentioning throughout the ship: the public
areas of the Yangtze Pearl are well laid out and flow easily from
area to the next. The saloon or reception hall is reasonably large
and bright, where you can find service desk, mini club, shop and
sofas scattered around. This is a great stop once aboard. There
are broad decks to stroll and inviting corners to settle into. On
the spacious observation deck, you view the passing scenery or simply
watch the water stirred by the paddlewheel as you stretch back into
a comfortable deck chair. Every passenger cabin faces the river.
Presidential or deluxe suites are distinguished by their locations
and larger sizes and contain an array of special features. The ship’s
corridors display art and photos of scenic spots of Yangtze River.
Dining room is a big one where all the passengers can be held in
single seating, where experienced chefs will offer an array of specialties
to please every palate.
This ship accommodate all aspects of advanced modern techniques
with satellite communication device, central air-conditioning, Circuit
TV, video film cinema, etc. For relaxation and other entertainment
purposes, there are sauna, massage, gym, beauty salon, swimming
pool, ballroom, game room and karaoke.
In 2009, the Yangtze Pearl sails between Yichang and Chongqing for
the first six months and between Shashi and Chongqing beginning
in July. |
