CMV renames Pearl

TODAY the former P&O Cruises’ Pacific Pearl will be officially welcomed as Columbus under Cruise & Maritime Voyages’ fleet.

Columbus will be named in a ceremony in Tilbury, London, ahead of a three-night maiden cruise on 11 Jun.

The vessel has undergone an extensive refit, converting the existing child and teenage areas to spaces including a maritime-themed Columbus Observation Lounge, a Card & Bridge room, a Ship’s Library & a Crafter’s studio.

The casino has also been scaled down and renamed Captain’s Club and Casino.