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The only way GWP makes sense is if it were to be paired with the release of a larger classic space set, such as the Explorer. Otherwise it doesn't make much sense and is clearly meant to goose a relatively weak Jan 1 product wave launch. While Lego already has partnerships with various cruise lines, and even designed cruise ships for MSC Cruises, German cruise Line AIDA Cruises is the first to feature a stand-alone Lego store onboard one of its ships. The 75m² Lego store on AIDAprima not only inspires the young but also grown-up fans of the colorful bricks. From the classic Lego themes like Lego Duplo and Lego City to novelties like the Lego Volkswagen T2Camper Van to the 6,000-brick Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle, every childhood dream is fulfilled in the first Lego store at sea. The official Lego mascot, a two-meter-tall sailor, supports the AIDA Clubbies on board.
The world’s first Lego store onboard a cruise ship
Since the start, it's been our aim to provide the latest cruise news covering all the major cruise lines. We make sure cruisers are fully prepared for their cruise vacation with tips on ships and ports.Millions of travelers rely on Cruise Hive in the United States, Europe, Australia, and around the world. The only thing that sucks about this set, other than the stickers over printed pieces, is that it can't be directly purchased (unless there's something I don't know?). The cargo bay opens in three sections, revealing a selection of tools and a box inside. This box contains two black ingots and is decorated with the Blacktron logo, which the instruction manual actually shows upside down. Another sticker is applied inside and displays a series of colourful buttons, taking inspiration from the printed console in the cockpit of the 1987 model.
MSC and LEGO
I think they did what they could with the trans red tiles. The stickers are unfortunate, but I don't plan on opening this so it won't matter much. Now I'll have to see if I want to buy sets on day 1 instead of waiting like I usually do.
Resorts World Cruises collaborates with LEGO for the first ever Summer theme cruise - TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
Resorts World Cruises collaborates with LEGO for the first ever Summer theme cruise.
Posted: Tue, 04 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT [source]
The Completed Model
@Huw/Capn,Are there any statistics or trend on the number of pieces of a GWP and the threshold required to get it? A smart review and the improvements/changes are for the better IMHO. That price though...LEGO brass must think that the majority of AFOL and parents who buy LEGO for their children are flush with disposable income to afford a (smaller) set at this price point. Limited availability or not, that price seems a bit much. My first and probably only set with a Blacktron was 6955, Space Lock-Up Isolation Base.
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For all the complaints, there's always a chance that a GWP that encourages £200 of sales wouldn't be worth their while producing at all as a £15-£20 retail set. The purpose of a GWP, or any other promotion, is to get the customer to spend money that they otherwise would not have spent. Promotions with an excessive spending point can have the opposite effect, annoying people to the point where they start looking at other ways to spend their money. Comparisons with Galaxy Explorer are inevitable and perhaps unfair, given the 2022 set is much bigger and more complex.
Just someone who just likes the ship and the classic space and 80s and 90s Space subtheme.And moreover, they keep doing this to perfectly good mid-sized sets. It just doesn't feel right that something that would have actually been obtainable for me is put behind a giant paywall. It doesn't help that sets quickly become scarce now.I know this ultimately doesn't matter. But them producing this set only to make it a high-threshold GWP just feels like it's not very nice. I have to say, the biggest drawback to this set would be the stickers.Now, I don't mind stickers at all!
P&O Cruises Launches Dedicated Family Zones for Summer 2023 Season, Barbie Mania Sweeps Arvia & Iona - CruiseCritic.co.uk
P&O Cruises Launches Dedicated Family Zones for Summer 2023 Season, Barbie Mania Sweeps Arvia & Iona.
Posted: Thu, 27 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT [source]
That’s right, you can now buy LEGO on the high seas, as the official store resides on a cruise ship called the AIDA Prima, which can hold a total of 3,300 passengers along with 900 crew mates. To market the cruises locally, Resorts World Cruises will hold a series of Summer Fun Roadshow in Hong Kong from July 7 to 9. Cruisers who book a cabin during the roadshow will be entitled to a triple discount offer.
Resorts World One is the second ship to be operated by Resorts World Cruises. The line was launched in summer 2022 with one ship, the 3,352-guest Genting Dream, which began service from Singapore and also is geared to the Asian market. Some of the ship’s 3- and 4-night cruises depart from Kaohsiung and conclude in Hong Kong. The ship will be adorned with various LEGO decorations, and children who complete the set of activities will receive a certificate to bring home, compliments of the cruise line and the game maker. Resorts World Cruises collaborates with LEGO for a first-ever summer themed cruise onboard the Resorts World One cruise ship.
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I never had the original that was based on but I happily bought the new one to add to my classic space collection. I don't think I have any Blacktron so I'll probably try to come up with enough to purchase to grab this one. Stickers are unnecessary and unforgiveable here, and should have been printed parts. Not entirely sure why it carries an 18+ age rating either!?
If you weren't aware of it until this week, you need to follow more outlets.I understand why this and the Forest Hideout are GWP sets and not available off the shelf. While appealing to AFOLs, these type of sets won't grab the attention of most children, and would eventually become shelf warmers and then likely hit the discount bin. The limited run of them ensure Lego doesn't lose out money on the smaller production, and it helps drive direct sales. This also discourages scalpers from getting them all.I've never understood the disdain for stickers in Lego sets, I can only imagine how much these people would hate plastic model kits and waterslide decals. Lego stickers are essentially indestructible and permanent if you treat your Legos with a modicum if care. I own a lot of the original sets released when they first started making Star Wars.
Upload and share your best shots with us on Instagram by tagging us @msccruisesofficial and using #AWorldOfDiscovery. They cannot be cruisers in the conventional naval definition of the word, they're way too small. A Second World War British light cruiser displaces 11,553 tons and is 613 feet long.It looks like some kind of recon/pursuit craft, but it also has a cargo bay instead of an armament of missiles or something. It may be principally for use in Blacktron smuggling operations, but can be used as a light fighter when required. Disappointed by the stickers, especially when they printed the torso back as well. However, as this is also likely the only Blacktron I set they are doing I can see why LEGO did not justify the cost to printing those parts.
I have the fortunate benefit of having a birthday in January, so it's easier to justify a purchase like this after Christmas. I do think the threshold is rather high, and this point should be stressed more, as it locks many out of enjoying this set.I also think AFOLs should start planning out their Lego purchases better. It is well document that January 1st typically has a highly desirable GWP. I see a lot of complaints about having already spent so much in Lego. Start getting into the habit of not making purchases unless there is a GWP. This GWP has been public knowledge for several weeks already.
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