Queen Elizabeth 2 May Move From Dubai
Nakheel Hotels, the owner of the Queen Elizabeth 2, has confirmed its intent to temporarily move the world famous cruise liner from Dubai to South Africa.
In a statement, the company said a proposed 18-month move to Cape Town had the support of the South African Ministry for Environment and Tourism.
Cape Town is one of the host cities for football’s World Cup, which takes place next summer, and the QE2’s stay would coincide with this.
In the statement, Manfred Ursprunger, the CEO of QE2 enterprises for Nakheel Hotels, said: “Nakheel is delighted to receive the support of the South African Ministry for Environment and Tourism for hosting QE2 in Cape Town, South Africa.
“In response to QE2 fans the world over, it has been our intention for some time to provide a short term opportunity to enjoy QE2 as a stationary hotel in her current condition before refurbishment begins.
“After months of feasibility studies, it is clear that Cape Town, with her ready made berthing facilities, provides the best opportunity for us to open QE2 to visitors as quickly as possible.
“In addition, the forthcoming 2010 football World Cup makes a sensible business case for moving her there. Cape Town will provide an exciting environment to experience the legendary QE2 over the next 18 months alongside the rich culture of South Africa and the incredible array of activities, entertainments and excursions available there.
Nakheel Hotels, the owner of the Queen Elizabeth 2, has confirmed its intent to temporarily move the world famous cruise liner from Dubai to South Africa.
In a statement, the company said a proposed 18-month move to Cape Town had the support of the South African Ministry for Environment and Tourism.
Cape Town is one of the host cities for football’s World Cup, which takes place next summer, and the QE2’s stay would coincide with this.
In the statement, Manfred Ursprunger, the CEO of QE2 enterprises for Nakheel Hotels, said: “Nakheel is delighted to receive the support of the South African Ministry for Environment and Tourism for hosting QE2 in Cape Town, South Africa.
“In response to QE2 fans the world over, it has been our intention for some time to provide a short term opportunity to enjoy QE2 as a stationary hotel in her current condition before refurbishment begins.
“After months of feasibility studies, it is clear that Cape Town, with her ready made berthing facilities, provides the best opportunity for us to open QE2 to visitors as quickly as possible.
“In addition, the forthcoming 2010 football World Cup makes a sensible business case for moving her there. Cape Town will provide an exciting environment to experience the legendary QE2 over the next 18 months alongside the rich culture of South Africa and the incredible array of activities, entertainments and excursions available there.
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