Ferry Time blog » fastnet http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog UK Ferry routes, Fast Ferries, Catermaran, Car Ferry, Passenger Hydrofoil Hovercraft etc Fri, 02 Sep 2011 10:21:24 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Fastnet Line Short Breaks and Mini Cruise trips to Swansea and Cork are back http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/fastnet-line-short-breaks-and-mini-cruise-trips-to-swansea-and-cork-are-back/ http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/fastnet-line-short-breaks-and-mini-cruise-trips-to-swansea-and-cork-are-back/#comments Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:33:41 +0000 ferry http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/?p=652 Fastnet Line have announced that popular Short Breaks and Mini Cruise trips to Swansea and Cork are back!

Mini Cruise; Leave the car behind and spend the day in Cork or Swansea, starting from only €49/£42 per person sharing with two nights cabin accommodation. Explore the city or do some shopping and then relax on the MV Julia that same evening.

Short Breaks; Need a few days away? Then a Fastnet Line short break is for you. Spend between three and four days in Ireland or the UK starting from €95/£82 per person sharing with a car, including two nights cabin accommodation.

These special offers are available on selected dates throughout the year. With limited availability on some dates we advise that you book now to ensure you get the very best value on the Irish Sea. Fares are based on two people travelling per booking, and include a two berth inside cabin with ensuite facilities.

Fastnet Line look forward to welcoming you on board to enjoy the bars, restaurants, shopping, casino and cinema.

]]> http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/fastnet-line-short-breaks-and-mini-cruise-trips-to-swansea-and-cork-are-back/feed/ 0 Fastnet Line Special Offers http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/fastnet-line-special-offers/ http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/fastnet-line-special-offers/#comments Sat, 16 Jan 2010 09:56:20 +0000 ferry http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/?p=242 ????The new Fastnet line ferry service from Cork to Swansea ( and also of course sailing from Swansea to Cork) begins in March and the ferry company website at http://www.fastnetline.com/special_offers.html is currently showing the following two special offers for March 2010 and one that continues through until June and then after the peak season right up until Christmas 2010.
Special Offer – Kids travel FREE! on Fastnet Line
That’s right – simply book at least one adult ticket with vehicle for travel during 2010
- and up to three children can travel with you free*!
*Bookings must be made before 1st April 2010, children must be under 16 on the date of travel, excludes cabin

Extra-special “Happy New Year” Offer!
Book before January 31st 2010 – and 1 adult & car can travel for only £89 / €99
on all dates from 1st - 31st March 2010 (inclusive)*.*excludes cost of cabin / seating

Enjoy a long weekend in Swansea, Wales or South West of England
Depart Cork Thursday evening arrive Swansea Friday returning on Sunday to arrive at 7.00 a.m with enough time to get to work after a restful nights crossing

For travel on any Thursday and returning on any Sunday evening from March to June and September to December
1 Adult & Car can travel for £ 89/ € 99 each way *excludes cost of cabin/seating

]]> http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/fastnet-line-special-offers/feed/ 0 Fastnet Line new Cork Swansea ferry service http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/fastnet-line-new-cork-swansea-ferry-service/ http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/fastnet-line-new-cork-swansea-ferry-service/#comments Sat, 24 Oct 2009 13:20:06 +0000 ferry http://ferrytime.co.uk/blog/fastnet-line-new-cork-swansea-ferry-service/ INTRODUCING A NEW UK – IRELAND FERRY SERVICE!

the new Cork-Swansea Ferry

Over the coming months  the Julia prepares to sail and you will be the first to know about any great introductory offers.

Some key points about the new Fastnet Line Wales to Ireland ferry service :-

  • The service begins on 1st March 2010 – and is planned to operate year-round – for convenient travel both in and out of season.

  • Saves you 600km (375 miles) driving on a round trip and connects Cork direct to the M4 motorway (with hassle-free access to London, the south-west and the midlands)

  • Sailings between Cork & Swansea planned six nights a week, with additional sailings during peak periods and for special events.

  • Overnight sailings departing at 21.00 & arriving 07.00 next day – so you arrive relaxed and ready to continue your holiday or onward journey.

  • Efficient, straightforward on-line booking system (coming soon) – so you don’t have to spend hours ‘on hold’ waiting for an operator.

  • Over 300 Cabins and ample ‘Pullman’ seating, for a comfortable, relaxing trip

  • Capacity for 1,860 passengers, 440 Cars, 40 Trucks – plenty of room for commercial and leisure travellers alike

  • Extensive selection of Bars, Restaurants, Shopping, Cinema and Kids Area on board – not just a ferry crossing – more of a mini-cruise – your holiday starts the moment you get on-board!

  • Julia is currently docked in Cork City at Horgan’s Quay preparing for initial sailing – if you’re in the area, come and see her from the quayside – she’s impressive!

  • The Julia and Fastnet Line are owned by a co-operative of small investors – we aim to be the most customer-focused ferry service on the Irish Sea.

  • Visit the website for more information, to pre-register, to give us your comments and suggestions or to find out about partnering opportunities for Travel Agents and Group organisers with Fastnet Line

  • Contact
    www.fastnetline.com

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It was hoped a new ship would run the route between Wales and the Irish Republic earlier than 2010 but the co-operative aiming to restart the service says it will not run until early next year now.
The delay has been blamed on the lengthy negotiations to secure the vessel and many travellers already having made alternative arrangements for this year, so it will now set sail for the first time on St David’s Day 2010.

Last month, hundreds of shareholders voted in favour of forming a co-operative to purchase the 340-cabin, 1,400-passenger ferry MS Julia to run the route.

It will operate under The name of Fastnet Line.

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