2003Eeyore
Earning My Ears
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- Jan 12, 2013
What will this mean for our cruise? What about those of us who have already bought airfare and booked hotels in Venice? I really hope this isn't true I really wanted to go to Venice! Would this be something trip insurance would cover? 
http://www.disneybymark.com/2013/09/02/venice-ban-cruise-ships-grand-canal/
Venice to Ban Cruise Ships from Grand Canal
., DISNEY CRUISE LINES
According to a story in the Daily Mail, the eyesore of cruise ships on Venices famous skyline could soon become ancient history, as the behemoths are set to be banned from the citys waterways. The new proposals by Italys Environment Minister follow a crackdown on water traffic, after the death of a German tourist two weeks ago. Joachim Vogel, 50, a professor of criminal law, was crushed against a dock by a reversing vaporetto water bus as he took a tour with his family by gondola near the Rialto Bridge.
The tragic accident has prompted authorities to bring in a series of new safety regulations including a floating congestion zone on the Grand Canal to ease the chaotic rush hour waterway traffic. Venices proud residents have long been up in arms about the presence of large cruise ships passing through the lagoon, with a flotilla of protesters taking to the waters in June.
Lobbyists argue that the huge ships, sometimes ten stories high, erode the canals and the citys fragile foundations, contribute to the worsening flooding that occurs every winter and damage the delicate eco-systems of the lagoon.
Disney Cruise Lines uses Venice as its home port for Disney Magics 12-Night Mediterranean Cruise. Changes to its cruise itinerary are possible but unknown at this time.
Disney Magic entering Venice waterways on its 12-Night Mediterranean Cruise.
The cruise companies pay huge port fees for the privilege, but their passengers frequently eat and sleep on board and contribute little direct revenue to restaurants and hotels. Venices mayor wants to see cruise tourists dock at Porto Marghera.
Tensions were raised in July after the Carnival Sunshine, which is owned by the same parent company as the notorious Costa Concordia allegedly passed within yards of the citys bank while performing a sail by salute to a major company shareholder. Film footage appeared to show the 110 thousand ton liner squeezing a vaporetto water taxi and other boats between the ship and the bank.
The proposals would essentially put in action emergency legislation drafted after the Costa Concordia tragedy, that would prevent ships of more than 500 tonnes coming within two nautical miles of landscapes of value such as the Venice lagoon.
http://www.disneybymark.com/2013/09/02/venice-ban-cruise-ships-grand-canal/
Venice to Ban Cruise Ships from Grand Canal
., DISNEY CRUISE LINES
According to a story in the Daily Mail, the eyesore of cruise ships on Venices famous skyline could soon become ancient history, as the behemoths are set to be banned from the citys waterways. The new proposals by Italys Environment Minister follow a crackdown on water traffic, after the death of a German tourist two weeks ago. Joachim Vogel, 50, a professor of criminal law, was crushed against a dock by a reversing vaporetto water bus as he took a tour with his family by gondola near the Rialto Bridge.
The tragic accident has prompted authorities to bring in a series of new safety regulations including a floating congestion zone on the Grand Canal to ease the chaotic rush hour waterway traffic. Venices proud residents have long been up in arms about the presence of large cruise ships passing through the lagoon, with a flotilla of protesters taking to the waters in June.
Lobbyists argue that the huge ships, sometimes ten stories high, erode the canals and the citys fragile foundations, contribute to the worsening flooding that occurs every winter and damage the delicate eco-systems of the lagoon.
Disney Cruise Lines uses Venice as its home port for Disney Magics 12-Night Mediterranean Cruise. Changes to its cruise itinerary are possible but unknown at this time.
Disney Magic entering Venice waterways on its 12-Night Mediterranean Cruise.
The cruise companies pay huge port fees for the privilege, but their passengers frequently eat and sleep on board and contribute little direct revenue to restaurants and hotels. Venices mayor wants to see cruise tourists dock at Porto Marghera.
Tensions were raised in July after the Carnival Sunshine, which is owned by the same parent company as the notorious Costa Concordia allegedly passed within yards of the citys bank while performing a sail by salute to a major company shareholder. Film footage appeared to show the 110 thousand ton liner squeezing a vaporetto water taxi and other boats between the ship and the bank.
The proposals would essentially put in action emergency legislation drafted after the Costa Concordia tragedy, that would prevent ships of more than 500 tonnes coming within two nautical miles of landscapes of value such as the Venice lagoon.
, I am hoping all the 24hour free snacks and drinks will make up for the extra cost. If not it's a one time thing. 
Although I do suppose we could give "stateroom gifts" rather than individual ones. 
