The MV Island Escape
...The most laidback passenger ship in the Thomson fleet! | 
 | On the activities front, you can enjoy everything from pampering spa treatments and sports, to salsa classes and fruit carving demonstrations. And at night, it’s all about side-splitting stand-up comedy, live bands and cabaret. As for restaurants, there are three to choose from, two of which offer bumper buffet spreads 24 hours a day! Add an internet café, kids’ club and several bars into the mix, and it’s no wonder guests keep coming back for more. And the crew? Well they are mostly British! | 
- 3 restaurants
- 6 bars
- 3 lounges
- Internet café
- Video arcade
- Nightclub
- Casino
| Dining - waiter service - Oasis: Waiter service and chef’s à la carte specials are the order of the day in this stylish eatery. Think grilled fillet steaks, fish dishes and desserts like amaretto crème brûlée and double chocolate cheesecake - all washed down with world-class wines.
A cover charge applies and reservations are required. Dining - flexible options - The Island Restaurant: Serving international and British buffets in spacious surroundings - open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- The Beachcomber Restaurant: Offering self-service buffets 24 hours a day, it’s the perfect place for a light lunch or a late-night snack. Plus it regularly hosts international theme nights.
- Room service: Available 24 hours a day for an extra charge.
Entertainment - Ocean Theatre: The entertainment hub where West End-style shows, dazzling cabarets and UK comedy acts take centre-stage.
- Bounty Lounge: Here it’s all about game shows, late-night comedy and live music.
- The Lookout: Panoramic views are the highlight of this bar, which doubles as a late-night disco.
- Casino: Blackjack, roulette and poker are all up for grabs here, not to mention a range of gaming machines.
Bars and lounges - The Pub: Unwind with a pint at the ship’s very own pub – it’s just like your local.
- Champions: A place for sport fans, this themed bar is stacked with memorabilia.
- Café Brasil: Treat yourself to afternoon tea or a cappuccino, curl up with a book from the library or just take time out to browse the internet in this cosy café.
- Mirage Bar: Al fresco drinks are on the menu at this poolside bar.
- Sailaway Bar: This bar does exactly what it says on the tin - watch the world go by as you set sail.
- Sundowner: The perfect place for pre-dinner drinks and live music.
Other activities - Hair and Beauty Salon: This spa-like sanctuary offers the A to Z of hair, body and beauty treatments. It features separate male and female saunas, too.
- Gym: Fully-equipped for cardio and resistance training.
- Palmy's: Imaginative, entertaining and action-packed, Palmy's offers the very best in childcare and a daily programme of activities.
- Other: Gift shops, a cyber café and a video arcade complete the line-up.
Ship Statistics | Tonnage | 40,132 GRT | | Length | 185 m | | Beam (width) | 27 m | | Speed | 18 knots | | Decks | 10 | | Lifts | 5 | | Cabins | 772 | | Cruise passengers | 1,741 | | Crew and staff | 540 | | Electrical current | 110V | | Registry | Bahamas | |
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 03 March 2010 12:39 |
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