Koastal Karl
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Post by Koastal Karl on Sept 21, 2006 17:02:31 GMT -8
Well who knows what her new name will be, lol! But has anyone seen this site www.balearia.net/eng/sbarco_sonia.htmHas a few photos of the Sonia and interior photos of what she looks like now. I got this from the Yahoo Group. |
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Doug
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Post by Doug on Sept 21, 2006 17:15:19 GMT -8
It's pretty nice on the inside.
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Post by Koastal Karl on Sept 21, 2006 17:30:08 GMT -8
Yeah it dosent look bad. The cabins look pretty good too. Especially that first image of the bigger cabins. I wonder if BC Ferries will give her the new West Coast look or just the classic look like the Rupert???
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Post by WettCoast on Sept 21, 2006 18:04:03 GMT -8
According to the BCFS press releases there will be significant changes made to the Sonia's interior. I wonder if the double bed stateroom will survive? Remember, this ship is destined to replace to QPR on the run between Prince Rupert and Skidegate. Also, I am guessing that 'Some Random Rupert Guy' is an insider and knows something about what BCFS has planned in the way of modifications. The after picture says to me that they intend to correct some of the Sonia's short comings. I hope this is true. |
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Post by Neil on Sept 21, 2006 18:25:56 GMT -8
I don't think we can hope for those kind of major changes to it's 'Kalakala' like rear end. Doesn't look as nice as a lot of European ferries on the inside, but still pretty decent.
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Post by WettCoast on Sept 21, 2006 19:43:06 GMT -8
Speaking of nice interiors...  That old ship built in 1969 had a pretty nice interior. I would guess that a 'whole new level of service' would mean much more plush than we had been accustomed to. |
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Post by Doug on Sept 21, 2006 20:08:58 GMT -8
Speaking of nice interiors... That old ship built in 1969 had a pretty nice interior. I would guess that a 'whole new level of service' would mean much more plush than we had been accustomed to. Refurbished in 2001. |
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Post by Curtis on Sept 22, 2006 6:39:27 GMT -8
The Sonia looks pretty nice
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Post by jjr on Sept 23, 2006 15:08:10 GMT -8
As far as the staterooms it looks like they will stay the same. Here is a quote from the BCF website concerning fares next year on the Rupert - Skidegate route:
New Northern Vessel: Four berths, shower, washbasin, toilet
April 1 to May 17, 2007 Inboard Cabins: $55.00
Outboard Cabins: $65.00
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Koastal Karl
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Post by Koastal Karl on Sept 23, 2006 20:32:18 GMT -8
Inboard Outboard, what does that mean??? Is that like an Inside Stateroom with no windows and like an Outside Stateroom one with windows??
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Post by jjr on Sept 23, 2006 20:49:24 GMT -8
That's what I thought it meant. I think I remember some plans/drawings of the Sonia posted here or on a link that showed both cabins with and without "views".
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Post by Retrovision on Sept 23, 2006 21:04:52 GMT -8
It would seem most-feasible to have a square or rectangular section of one deck allocated to cabins, that would allow for both view cabins for a appropriate price and inside ones for a more affordable price; only time will tell with the soon to be former Sonia.
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Post by Koastal Karl on Sept 23, 2006 21:42:05 GMT -8
The price per passenger is up next summer to $116.00 compared to last summer when it was $111.00. Is it gonna cost more to ride the Sonia now???
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Post by jjr on Sept 24, 2006 7:03:25 GMT -8
Well they have to pay for it somehow!!
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Post by NMcKay on Sept 25, 2006 9:31:21 GMT -8
that 30 million $ subsidy that BC ferries is getting for a service they no longer provide should be good enough to pay for that boat
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Post by Koastal Karl on Sept 29, 2006 15:25:57 GMT -8
I got this from the Yahoo Group.
According to a Province Artical on page A12 in the September 21 issue
The New Name of the mv Sonia needs to be selected by mid-October so
that the ferry company can provide a name to the ship yard that will
work on her before she is put to Sea and for marketing purposes.
They are seeking a name that reflects the whole North.
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Post by Curtis on Sept 29, 2006 15:40:20 GMT -8
Intresting. I wonder what it will be.
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Post by Political Incorrectness on Sept 29, 2006 16:48:33 GMT -8
Coastal Northern Plodder 5:1 actually make that 10:1.
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Post by Barnacle on Sept 30, 2006 14:43:33 GMT -8
How about Coastal Desperation? (nyuk nyuk nyuk!)
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Post by Curtis on Sept 30, 2006 17:00:05 GMT -8
I'm not sure if the "Coastal" Name will be used on this Ferry or not. I think it was meant for the Super C Class Ferries.
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Post by Barnacle on Oct 1, 2006 9:33:48 GMT -8
That stands to reason, regarding the painting... we are rapidly running out of Good Painting Weather in this neck of the woods.
Washington State Ferries has this horrible habit of trying to paint their vessels in the off-season. Mind you, it's probably because all of our boats are in service in the summer, with only one relief boat available.
But I digress. Still no news re: name?
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Post by Guest on Oct 5, 2006 12:25:17 GMT -8
According to Balearia, current operators of the Sonia, today is her last day on the Barcelona - Ibiza (Sant Anotoni) route. The Isla de Botafoc takes over tomorrow.
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Post by yvr on Oct 6, 2006 19:51:36 GMT -8
So Hahn wants to paint the Sonia in Greece! Weather is probably a secondary reason. The primary one being that first impressions are very important. Hence when the media is filming her arrival in Victoria, BCF doesn't want it looking like a rusted out fish trawler. It's all about public perception!!!
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Post by WettCoast on Oct 6, 2006 20:58:18 GMT -8
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Post by Curtis on Oct 6, 2006 22:08:42 GMT -8
It looks kind of small don't you think?
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