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We are pleased to announce
that starting from April 2010 for the first time
ever Visa Free Ferry Connection between Russian
Federation and Finland will be established by EU
ferry operator - "ST.PETER LINE".
Passengers from all over
the world will be able to enjoy marvelous treasures
of Russian North Capital Saint-Petersburg within 72
hours without Russian visa.
The respective changes
in Russian Legislation have been adopted with the
support of Saint-Petersburg City Government. In
accordance with the revised law visa free regime
will be extended for ferry passengers of all
nationalities traveling to the ports of Russian
Federation.
"Princess Maria" is a 34
000 GRT modern passenger ferry which can accommodate
up to 1638 passengers on board and carry up to 395
vehicles.
606
cabins of different
types will create excellent conditions for
travelling between Saint-Petersburg and Helsinki in
budget and in style way.
The vessel was built in
Finland and until nowadays was operated by
first-class Danish ferry operator (DFDS A/S). Before
operations start “Princess Maria” will be refreshed,
renewed and specially equipped in compliance with
all international conventions and modern comfort
demands.
The operator of the
ferry line - “ST.PETER LINE” is registered in EU and
will propose high international level of services
with
casino
for clients onboard. In 2010 the company is planning
to make 5 voyages from Saint-Petersburg and Helsinki
every week and serve more than 500 000 passengers.
The new ferry line will
be the most comfortable and attractive way of
travelling between Finland and Russian Federation
and will indeed support the development of
economical, cultural and trading relations between
two countries.
M/V Princess Maria history (english version) |
