On a visit to the scenic shores of Carlingford Lough was the small yet exclusive French-owned cruise ship Le Boréal, which was welcomed to Warrenpoint Port on Tuesday.
The 264 guests of the cruise ship operated by French operator, Ponant Explorations, were also welcomed by the Newry, Mourne, and Down District Council, in partnership with Warrenpoint Harbour Authority and the Warrenpoint, Burren, and Rostrevor (WBR) Chamber of Commerce.
Le Boréal represented a high-profile visit to Warrenpoint, Co. Down, and marked a significant milestone, in the port growing a reputation as a premier cruise destination. Its visit also showcases the rising popularity of the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark, which continues to draw increasing numbers of international visitors to the region.
Cruise-goers were able to explore the unique natural and cultural treasures of the district, including the majestic Mourne Mountains, the Ring of Gullion, and also the beauty of Strangford Lough. Visitors enjoyed curated excursions and experiences that highlight the region’s rich heritage, culture, and warm local hospitality.
Commenting on its visit, Warrenpoint Harbour Authority Chief Executive David Holmes said, “It is a great pleasure to welcome Le Boréal to Warrenpoint. We have invested in making our port cruise-ready and are delighted to see those efforts paying off as more luxury vessels include Warrenpoint in their itineraries. Cruise calls like this bring real value to our local economy and help us tell the incredible story of this region to the world.”
Le Boréal likewise of its same-class cruise ships Afloat highlights are the L’Austral, Le Soléal, and Le Lyrial, which are among the fleet of the French operator, with such intimately sized ships and small guest capacity offering exclusivity.
Each of the class has 132 staterooms and suites with a yacht-like feel and spirit. There are two restaurants and a spa, and serving the guests is a crew of 145 of the intimately sized ship.
For a live webcam view of Greenock from overlooking the bow of cruise ship, click here and scroll down to the link available. Noting at the bow is the regional flag of Brittany flag of the ship that is not flagged in France but in the Wallis Futuna Islands a French island territory in the South Pacific Ocean,
Ponant overall has a fleet of 14 ships divided into different cruising brands/categories, which include two sailing ships and an ice-breaking-capable cruise ship.
