Inaugural call of AIDAaura
30 August 2016
Today, on 30th of August, cruise ship AIDAaura operated by AIDA Cruises has made its maiden call to Passenger port of Saint Petersburg.
AIDAaura was built in 2003 by the German shipyard Aker MTW in Wismar. Christening ceremony was held on April 12th, 2003 in Warnemünde. AIDAaura was christerned by world-famous top model Heidi Klum.
She has 12 decks, 630 cabins, 203 meters length and capacity of carrying 1300 passengers on board. The vessel is sister ship of the AIDAvita.
Among the most visited entertainment facilities are the Anytime Disco, the AIDA Bar and the Hemingway Bar. The passengers can spend great relaxing time at the Body & Soul spa or train at the really large Fit & Fun fitness center. The sport-lovers are offered a basketball/volleyball playground and indoor golf course. The pool deck gives “a real beach” feeling with its real palm trees.
A German cruise company AIDA Cruises integrated in Carnival Corporation. AIDA Cruises operates 11 cruise vessels and every ship is special. AIDA Cruises is oriented on entertainment show that’s why AIDAaura is an “anytime disco” ship.
During summer cruise season 2016 38 calls will be made by AIDA Cruises ships.