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Freedom of the Seas is next!

29/8/2011

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Royal Caribbean International's Freedom of the Seas
Dream Designs Colchester is delighted to be able to take this opportunity to announce to you our plans for yet another official drawing presentation, which is set to take place aboard Royal Caribbean International’s giant 158,000 tonne, Freedom of the Seas.

Our two wonderful Volunteers @ Sea, Sue & Sheila, who cruise together with their families annually, have kindly agreed to present our drawing of Freedom of the Seas, which is yet to be assigned, to the Master of the vessel, Captain Rob Heapstead, during their 7 night cruise aboard in October 2011.

In October 2010 Sue & Sheila presented our especially assigned drawing of Ruby Princess to the Princess Cruises' Commodore, Commodore Giuseppe Romano during their annual cruise together. Commodore Giuseppe Romano was very impressed with our drawing and was kind enough to frame and display the drawing on board.
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Volunteer @ Sea, Sue meets with Commodore Giuseppe Romano, aboard Ruby Princess during her annual family cruise aboard the vessel in October 2010 to presents our drawing of the vessel on behalf of Dream Designs Colchester, together with our Volunteer @ Sea Sheila
Dream Designs Colchester has had a connection with Royal Caribbean International for a number of years now, after first making contact with the leading cruise line in 2008. In August 2008, Jo Rzymowska, Associate Vice President & General Manager, Royal Caribbean International & Celebrity Cruises, UK & Ireland, kindly arranged for Dream Designs Colchester to visit their then newest and largest vessel, Independence of the Seas, whilst berthed alongside City Cruise Terminal, in Southampton.
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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester and his mother Diane Cotterill, together with Independence of the Seas berthed behind them at City Cruise Terminal, Southampton, on August 23rd 2008
During summer of 2009, Global Cruise Services (UK) Ltd kindly agreed to present our drawing of Jewel of the Seas to the Master of the vessel, Captain James Macdonald while the vessel was berthed alongside the Cruise Terminal at Harwich International Port. We were later invited aboard Jewel of the Seas to meet with Captain James Macdonald where we were given the opportunity to visit the bridge as well as tour the various public areas on board.
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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, in the command chair on the bridge of Jewel of the Seas, after being invited to visit the ship by the Master, Captain James Macdonald
In December 2009, Reggie Atwell, kindly presented our drawing of Royal Caribbean International's Oasis of the Seas to Captain William Wright, Senior Vice President, Marine Operations, Royal Caribbean International, whilst aboard the vessel during the inaugural celebrations, before the the official naming ceremony.
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Master of Oasis of the Seas, Captain William Wright, Senior Vice President, Marine Operations, Royal Caribbean International, on the bridge of Oasis of the Seas in December 2009
Our drawing of Freedom of the Seas is due to be assigned shortly. Photographs of the drawing will be available to view in our Cruise Ship Drawing Gallery later this week, once the drawing is completed. The drawing is set to depart Dream Designs Colchester next week, before arriving in Florida in early October 2011.
Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, said:

" We are truly delighted that our Volunteers @ Sea, Sue & Sheila have kindly agreed to present our drawing of Freedom of the Seas to Captain Rob Hempstead on behalf of Dream Designs Colchester during their 7 night cruise aboard the vessel later this year. "
He added:

" It was an honour to have Sue & Shelia present our drawing of Ruby Princess to Commodore Giuseppe Romano last year, during their annual family cruise. We would like to take this opportunity thank them both for their continued support. "
ENDS

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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

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ROL Cruise Show, August 2011

24/8/2011

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Reader Offers Ltd ROL Cruise Show, August 2011
On Thursday 18th August 2011, Colchester based independent cruise retailer, Reader Offers Ltd hosted their third Cruise Show at the Western Homes Community Stadium in Colchester.

Reader Offers Ltd was incorporated in 1995 by Peter Beadles and has now become one of the largest and fastest growing independent cruise retailers within the United Kingdom, working closely in partnership with many of the world's leading and largest cruises lines.

Dream Designs Colchester first became aware of Reader Offers Ltd earlier this year in January, after attening their second Cruise Show. Whilst at the event, Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester met with Laura Lamb, Commercial Director, Reader Offers Ltd, who kindly invited us to visit the Head Office of Reader Offers Ltd at Lexden House in Colchester. 
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Reader Offers Ltd headquarters office in Colchester at Lexden House
On March 3rd 2011, Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester was given the opportunity to visit Reader Offers Ltd, at Lexden House for a few hours, where he met with many of the knowledgeable and friendly staff, as well as Peter Beadles, Chairman, Reader Offers Ltd.
We were so impressed with the level of service that Reader Offers Ltd delivers to it's clients that earlier this year we decided to book our second voyage aboard Cunard Line's flagship Queen Mary 2, in June 2012, to be part of the Royal Rendezvous, in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen. 

We later booked aboard Queen Mary 2 for the 2 night taster cruise in October 2011, which we were delighted to be able to book with Reader Offers Ltd again! We are now also looking at the possibility of booking another cruise, with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, during 2013. (More details of this will be revealed at a later date.)
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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, takes the opportunity to share his drawing of Cunard Line's flagship Queen Mary 2, with Peter Beadles, Chairman, Reader Offers Ltd
Saturday 23rd July 2011 was a very special day for Reader Offers Ltd, when they officially opened their very own cruise retail shop, in the busy town center of Colchester. This now allows their loyal customers to plan their cruise holiday face-to-face rather than over the telephone or internet should they wish to do so. 
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Left to Right: Kathryn Jones, Senior Cruise Consultant, Reader Offers Ltd together with Carly Goswell, Cruise Specialist, Reader Offers Ltd, at the celebratory opening on the new ROL Cruise branch in Colchester on Saturday 23rd July 2011
Whilst at the ROL Cruise Show last week, on Thursday 18th August 2011, Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, was lucky enough to meet with many of the staff from Reader Offers Ltd and took the chance catch up on the latest developments both at Reader Offers Ltd and Dream Designs Colchester, as well as within the cruise industry in general. 

In fact, Peter Beadle, Chairman, Reader Offers Ltd, joined the VIP visit to Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' flagship Balmoral at Harwich International Port the previous day, Wednesday 17th August 2011, where we officially presented our drawing of the vessel to Captain Atle Knutsen.
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VIPs aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Balmoral during her inaugural call to Harwich International Port on August 17th 2011
Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, also took the opportunity to meet with the numerous representatives from many cruise lines at the ROL Cruise Show, including MSC Cruises, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Star Clippers and many more!
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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, meets with Lianne Matkin, Sales Department Executive, East Coast, MSC Cruises at the ROL Cruise Show on August 18th 2011
Many of the cruise line representatives where intrigued to hear about Dream Designs Colchester and some were kind enough to take the time to view our drawings and learn more about us. A great number of cruise lines are now in contact with us and we are working closely with them to arrange a number of ships visits and official drawing presentations throughout 2012 and beyond.
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Simon Chambers, Area Sales Executive, South, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines (left) and his colleague, together with our drawing of Braemar at the ROL Cruise Show on August 18th 2011
Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, said:

" It is truly wonderful to have a company such as Reader Offers Ltd located so closely to Dream Designs Colchester. The ROL Cruise Show is always a very popular event and it was a great opportunity to meet with many of the staff from Reader Offers Ltd again."

He added:

" The ROL Cruise Show was also an ideal opportunity to meet with many cruise line representatives and we have made a number of new contacts. We are now working closely with them to discuss the possibility of ship visits in the not to distant future. "
ENDS

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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

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E-mail: harry_cotterill@hotmail.co.uk
You can learn more about Reader Offers Ltd on their website, by clicking on the logo directly below.
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Star sets sail

22/8/2011

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Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Star at sea
Today, Monday 22nd August 2011, our most recently assigned drawing of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star begin it’s long journey across the Atlantic Ocean to Seattle.

The drawing was especially assigned earlier this month after our Volunteers @ Sea, John & Marilyn kindly agreed to present the drawing to the Captain of Norwegian Star, during their cruise aboard the vessel later this year.

John & Marilyn are due to board Norwegian Star on September 24th 2011, before departing on their 7 night cruise aboard the vessel. Whilst on board it is hoped they will be lucky enough to meet with the Captain to officially present our drawing on behalf of Dream Designs Colchester.
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A profile view of our most recently assigned cruise ship drawing of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Star
On July 17th 2011, John & Marilyn were invited aboard Norwegian Pearl in their home town of Seattle, where they officially presented our drawing of the vessel to Cruise Director, Julie Valeriote. The drawing is now proudly displayed aboard the vessel for passengers and crew to admire.
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Volunteers @ Sea, John & Marilyn officially present our drawing of Norwegian Pearl to Cruise Director, Julie Valeriote during their visit to the vessel in their home town of Seattle in July 2011
In a previous post, Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, said:

" We are delighted that our Volunteers @ Sea, John & Marilyn have kindly agreed to present our drawing of Norwegian Star to the Captain of the vessel during their cruise aboard in September. We were very grateful for their help in presenting our drawing of Norwegian Pearl earlier this year and we are sure they will do us proud once again! "
ENDS

For more information please Contact Us on the following details below

Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

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E-mail: harry_cotterill@hotmail.co.uk
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Hebridean Princess visit & official drawing presentation

19/8/2011

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Hebridean Princess berthed alongside Harwich International Port
Today, Friday 19th August 2011, Dream Designs Colchester has the pleasure of visiting Hebridean Princess, whilst berthed alongside the Cruise Terminal at Harwich International Port, during her inaugural visit.

Dream Designs Colchester first contacted Hebridean Island Cruises earlier this year, after especially assigning a drawing of Hebridean Princess in February 2011.

Hebridean Islands Cruises so very kindly agreed to welcome us aboard Hebridean Princess whilst berthed at Harwich International Port.

Upon arriving at Harwich International Port, Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester and his father, Brian Cotterill, where met by Ken Charleson, Sales & Marketing Director, Hebridean Island Cruises, who ecourted them to the gangway.

Before boarding the vessel, the Master of Hebridean Princess, Captain Richard Heaton met with Harry Cotterill, President & Manging Director, Dream Designs Colchester and Brian Cotterill on the dockside, to take the opportunity to photograph our drawing of Hebridean Princess with the vessel berthed behind, alongside the Cruise Terminal at Harwich International Port.

Captain Richard Heaton was truly delighted with our drawing of Hebridean Princess and showed such an interest in Dream Designs Colchester and our work.
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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, presents his drawing of Hebridean Princess to the Master of the vessel, Captain Richard Heaton, during the vessel's inaugural visit to Harwich International Port
Harry Cotterill, President & Manging Director, Dream Designs Colchester and Brian Cotterill were then taken aboard the vessel by Captain Richard Heaton, where we enjoyed a drink together in the Tree Lounge, overlooking the bow of the vessel.

After spending quite sometime chatting in the Tree Lounge, Captain Richard Heaton then escouted them to the bridge of Hebridean Princess. Whilst visiting the bridge, Captain Richard Heaton so very kindly presented us with an official Hebridean Princess plaque.
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Master of Hebridean Princess, Captain Richard Heaton, presents Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester with the official ship's plaque on the bridge of the vessel
Harry Cotterill, President & Manging Director, Dream Designs Colchester and Brian Cotterill were then given the opportunity to tour the ship, including the various public areas, as well as the engine & generator room, even the bow thruster room too!
You can view more photos from the official drawing presentation of our drawing of Hebridean Princess in our special photo gallery below!

' Hebridean Princess '
Official Drawing Presentation Photo Gallery

Harry Cotterill, President & Manging Director, Dream Designs Colchester said:

" We were truly honoured to be given the opportunity to visit Hebridean Princess whilst berthed alongside Harwich International Port. It was a pleasure to be able to meet with Captain Richard Heaton, who was delighted with our drawing of Hebridean Princess."

He added:

" We were pleasantly surprised to be presented with the official Hebridean Princess plaque from Captain Richard Heaton. Hebridean Princess was a truly remarkable vessel, with so much character and charm, much unlike many of the larger cruise ships. "
ENDS

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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

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E-mail: harry_cotterill@hotmail.co.uk
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Heading for Hebridean, tomorrow!

18/8/2011

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Hebridean Princess, departing her home port of Oban
The busy week is set to continue for Dream Designs Colchester, as tomorrow we will have the joy of visiting Hebridean Island Cruises' Hebridean Princess, during her inagural visit at Harwich International Port.

The vessel arrived alongside the Cruise Terminal at Harwich International Port, earlier today at around 15:30, an hour early than planned, to attempt to avoid the poor weather forecast.

Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester and his father, Brian Cotterill, took the chance to visit Harwich early this afternoon to see the Hebridean Princess arrive alongside Harwich International Port, before boarding the ship tomorrow.

The vessel will be berthed alongside Harwich International Port until 06:30, Sunday morning, before continuing her journey around the British Isles.
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Hebridean Princess arrives alongside the Cruise Terminal at Harwich International Port as the heavy rain and storms arrive
Whilst on board Hebridean Princess tomorrow, Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester and his father, Brian Cotterill, shall enjoy morning coffee, joined on board by Ken Charleson, Sales & Marketing Director, Hebridean Island Cruises.

It is hoped we will also have to opportunity to meet with the Master of Hebridean Princess, Captain Richard Heaton, to officially present our drawing of the vessel to him in person. He has been made aware of our presence, but official arrangements have not been made for the drawing presentation.
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Our cruise ship drawing of Hebridean Island Cruises' Hebridean Princess, which due to be presented to the master of the vessel, Captain Richard Heaton, at Harwich International Port, tomorrow!
Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, said:

" It was great to have the opportunity to see Hebridean Princess arrive alongside Harwich International Port for the first time today, before we board the vessel tomorrow. It's such a shame she arrived in such poor weather. I do hope the weather is better tomorrow and look forward to presenting our drawing of the vessel to Captain Richard Heaton. "
ENDS

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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

Mobile: 07778940245
E-mail: harry_cotterill@hotmail.co.uk
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Volunteers @ Sea, Ernie & Edna set sail aboard Arcadia

18/8/2011

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P&O Cruises' Arcadia at sea
Later today, Thursday 18th August 2011, our Volunteers @ Sea, Ernie & Enda are due to set sail aboard P&O Cruises' Arcadia from Southampton, departing on their 13 night 'Around Britain' cruise.

Whilst on board the vessel they are due to officially present our drawing of Arcadia to the Master of the vessel, Captain Peter Philpott on behalf of Dream Designs Colchester.

In December 2010, P&O Cruises kindly arrange for Ernie & Edna to meet with Captain David Pembridge, during their Christmas Caribbean cruise aboard Aurora, where they were given the opportunity to officially present our drawing of the vessel on the bridge.

P&O Cruises have been kind enough to again, arrange for Ernie & Enda to meet personally with the Captain, where they shall officially present our especially assigned drawing of Arcadia.
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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, with Volunteer @ Sea, Edna, together with his cruise ship drawing of P&O Cruises' Arcadia
Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, said:

" I would like to take this opportunity to wish our Volunteers @ Sea, Ernie & Edna a truly wonderful voyage aboard P&O Cruises' magnificent Arcadia. We wish them calm seas and look forward to meeting with them upon their return from Arcadia in early September."
ENDS

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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

Mobile: 07778940245
E-mail: harry_cotterill@hotmail.co.uk
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Balmoral delights VIPs

17/8/2011

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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Balmoral berthed at Harwich International Port
Today, Wednesday 17th August 2011, Dream Designs Colchester were lucky enough to join a delegation of VIPs aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' flagship, Balmoral, during her inaugural visit to Harwich International Port.

Local dignitaries on board Balmoral included the Mayor & Mayoress of Harwich and representatives from Tendering District and Suffolk County Council, as well as regional tourism bodies, such as the Haven Gateway Partnership and Visit Essex.

The visit aboard Balmoral gave VIPs a feel for the relaxed 'home-for-home' atmosphere that Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' fleet of four small, more intimate ships, and to help promote cruise opportunities within the Haven Gateway and surrounding areas.
Nigel Lingard, Sales & Marketing Director, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

" We are delighted to welcome such prestigious visitors aboard Balmoral, the nest and largest ship in our fleet. Fred. Olsen is a keen supporter of regional ports around the UK, and has been working with Harwich International Port for a number of years. Black Watch, the smallest and most traditional ship in our fleet, enjoyed a very successful call at the Port in August last year, and we know that this is a popular desition for our guests on coastal UK cruises."
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Balmoral berthed alongside Harwich International Port
Upon embarking Balmoral, dignitaries were welcomed aboard by a Champagne reception and 'brunch' in the exclusive Avon Restaurant on Deck 10, where they were given the opportunity to sample the fine cuisine which Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' has to offer. 

Whilst enjoying 'brunch' and champagne on board the official plaque presentation ceremony took place in the Avon Restaurant, where Captain Atle Knutsen presented Steve Hume, Commercial Manager, Harwich International Port with the plaque. In exchange a photograph of Balmoral berthing alongside Harwich International Port earlier that morning was presented to Captain Atle Knutsen.
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Local dignitaries enjoy champage and 'brunch' in the exclusive Avon Restaurant aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' flagship, Balmoral
A guided tour of Balmoral then followed, showcasing the ship's many various spacious public areas and elegant decor, such the dramatic atrium, along with a visit to the traditionally styled 'Morning Light Pub', which is named after an early Fred. Olsen family owned vessel.
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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Balmoral berthed behind at Harwich International Port on Wednesday 17th August 2011
Once completing the tour of Balmoral, Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, and his father Brian Cotterill, where especially invited to the bridge of the vessel where the official presentation ceremony of our drawing took place.
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A profile view of our cruise ship drawing of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' flagship, Balmoral
Captain Atle Knutsen and Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines were very impressed with our drawing of Balmoral and have so kindly agreed to frame and permanently display our drawing aboard the vessel.

Currently we are unable to share with you any photographs from the official drawing presentation ceremony, as all photographs of the presentations held aboard were photographed by professionals on board photographers during the visit. We will however be issuing an official ' Balmoral visit & official drawing presentation ' blog post upon reciving the photographs from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.
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Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Balmoral
Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, said:

" We were delighted to be able to join such prestigious visitors aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Balmoral at Harwich International Port earlier today, during the vessel's inaugural visit. It was an honour to given the opportunity to officially present our drawing of Balmoral to Captain Atle Knutsen on the bridge of the vessel. We certainly feel very proud and special to know that our drawing of Balmoral shall be displayed aboard the vessel permanently."

He added:

" Balmoral proved to be a truly lovely vessel, much like Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Black Watch which we visited in August 2010, during her inaugural visit to Harwich International Port. I personally would like to take this opportunity to extend our appreciation to Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. We do hope to continue our connection with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in the future and look forward to visiting another of their wonderful ships in the not too distant future. "
ENDS

For more information please Contact Us on the following details below

Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

Mobile: 07778940245
E-mail: harry_cotterill@hotmail.co.uk
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Reaching for the Norwegian Star!

16/8/2011

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Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Star at sea
Dream Designs Colchester are very pleased to be able to announced to you, plans for yet another exciting upcoming event, which is set to take place later this year.

Our most recently assigned Cruise Ship Drawing of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Star is set to board the vessel in late September, where it is planned to be presented to the Captain of the vessel on behalf of Dream Designs Colchester, by our Volunteers @ Sea, John & Marilyn.

Earlier this year in July, John & Marilyn were invited aboard Norwegian Pearl in their home town of Seattle, where they officially presented our drawing of the vessel to Cruise Director, Julie Valeriote. The drawing is now proudly displayed aboard the vessel.
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Volunteers @ Sea, John & Marilyn officially present our drawing of Norwegian Pearl to Cruise Director, Julie Valeriote during their visit to the vessel in their home town of Seattle in July 2011
Our drawing of Norwegian Star is due to leave Dream Designs Colchester and begin her journey to the John & Marilyn in the United States within the next fortnight, before arriving at their home in Seattle.

John & Marilyn will then board Norwegian Star, together with the drawing in Vancouver on September 24th 2011, before departing on their 7 nigth cruise aboard the vessel.
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A profile view of our most recently assigned cruise ship drawing, of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Star
Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, said:

" We are delighted that our Volunteers @ Sea, John & Marilyn have kindly agreed to present our drawing of Norwegian Star to the Captain of the vessel during their cruise aboard in September. We were very grateful for their help in presenting our drawing of Norwegian Pearl earlier this year and we are sure they will do us proud once again! "
ENDS

For more information please Contact Us on the following details below

Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

Mobile: 07778940245
E-mail: harry_cotterill@hotmail.co.uk
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Pride of America drawing debuts

15/8/2011

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Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America departing New York City
Earlier today, Monday 15th August 2011, our recently assigned drawing of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America began it’s journey westbound across the Atlantic Ocean to the United States.

The drawing was especially assigned earlier this month after James Bryd, Guest Service Supervisor, Pride of America, contacted Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, to offer to kindly present a drawing to the current Master of the vessel, Captain Buz Radican.

The drawing is set to arrive in the United States in during early September, before it is taken aboard the vessel to be officially presented to Captain Buz Radican on behalf of Dream Designs Colchester.
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A profile view of our recently assigned cruise ship drawing of Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America
Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, said:

" The departure of our drawing of Pride of America is another milestone for us and I look forward to her arriving in the United States. I do hope Captain Buz Radican is impressed with the drawing."
ENDS

For more information please Contact Us on the following details below

Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

Mobile: 07778940245
E-mail: harry_cotterill@hotmail.co.uk
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Another magical moment!

14/8/2011

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Volunteer @ Sea, Ben, together with Captain Marco
Dream Designs Colchester are truly delighted to be able to take this opportunity to share with you some very exciting news.

Earlier this week, on Wednesday 10th August 2011, our Volunteer @ Sea, Ben officially presented our drawing of Disney Magic to the Captain of the vessel, during his 7 night Mediterranean cruise onboard, together with his parents, Adrian & Sharon.

Dream Designs Colchester especially assigned the drawing of Disney Magic in June 2011 after Ben kindly agreed to present the drawing to the Captain on behalf of Dream Designs Colchester.

Ben is our newest and youngest Volunteer @ Sea, but despite his young age he has been on many cruises in recent years and has been invited on a number of ship visits and tours. He’s also in touch with a number of cruise executives and is currently working in Southampton.

Earlier this year Ben just completed his GCSE examinations at school. His career goal is to train under a sponsored cadetship with some of the world’s leading cruise brands to one day become a Navigation Officer .

Early this year Ben created his own personal website, Junior Cruise Advisor, where he shares his thoughts and tips about cruising.
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Our Volunteer @ Sea, Ben presents our cruise ship drawing of Disney Magic to Captain Marco, Master of Disney Magic, on the bridge of the vessel, together with his father Adrian, on August 10th 2011
Whilst onboard Disney Magic our Volunteer @ Sea, Ben was lucky enough to be invited to the bridge a number of times, where he met with the Captain and one even invited to sound the ships famous horn! During one such occasion Ben took the opportunty to present our drawing of Disney Magic to Captain Marco, Master of Disney Magic.
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A profile view of our drawing of Disney Magic due to be displayed aboard the ship in the Crew Bar
Volunteer @ Sea, Ben said:

" Captain Marco loved the drawing and was very proud of it. He is going to send me some photos when it is framed in the Crew Bar as he thinks it shows huge gratitude to the crew for their continued hard work."
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Our Volunteer @ Sea, Ben and Captain Marco, Master of Disney Magic, with our cruise ship drawing of the vessel on the bridge
Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester, said:

" We were so delighted to hear that our Volunteer @ Sea, Ben was able to officially present our drawing of Disney Magic to Captain Marco, during his recent cruise. We would like to take this opportunity to extend our thanks to Ben and his parents for presenting the drawing of our behalf. "

He added:

" We were so pleased to hear that our drawing of Disney Magic is to be framed and displayed aboard the vessel in the Crew Bar. This is something we are very proud of! "
ENDS

For more information please Contact Us on the following details below

Harry Cotterill, President & Managing Director, Dream Designs Colchester

Mobile: 07778940245
E-mail: harry_cotterill@hotmail.co.uk
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