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It’s Time for the 28th Street Metro Cruise 2024!

What to Expect at the 28th Street Metro Cruise

The 28th Street Metro Cruise is one of West Michigan’s biggest car events, where thousands of people of all ages gather every year to celebrate everything from classic cars to custom rides.

Miles of shiny vehicles will cruise down 28th Street over the August 23-24 weekend.

The event features car shows with all your favorite models, live music, food trucks, and activities to keep everyone entertained. Stretching 13 miles through five cities, 28th Street offers a variety of events at every stop.

If you’re looking for a fun weekend activity, this event is definitely worth checking out.

Visit a Pit Stop Location

This community hangout is packed with SIX smaller pit stops, where you’ll find competitions, live music, food trucks, and, of course, lots and lots of cool cars.

Most Stuff is at Rogers Plaza

The event’s main hub is Rogers Plaza in Wyoming, where all the big stuff happens—live bands, car displays, family-friendly activities, and more. If you want something more laid-back, the smaller “Pit Stop” spots along 28th Street mentioned above.

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Volga dream experience: Piano Concert – Compositions by Tchaikovsky and Rakhmaninov

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Equipped with ice-breaking technology, these huge fancy yachts are the only river cruisers running all year around. The round trip journey takes two and a half hours and floats past all the big sights like the White House, Novodevichy monastery and the Kremlin. There’s a large open air observation deck up top, while the main body of the ship houses a restaurant with a dance floor for a romantic post dinner dance. For a particularly romantic experience take one of the evening boats and admire the bright lights of the city skyline at night.

The most relaxing and picturesque tour that Moscow can offer: a great way to see the city center and its main attractions. This is a perfect alternative to exploring the city by car, if you only have time to do sightseeing during weekday rush hours.

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Water transportation has become another sector for the eco-friendly improvements the Moscow government is implementing. And it means business. On July 15, 2021, on the dock of Moscow’s ‘Zaryadye’ park, mayor Sergey Sobyanin was shown the first model of the upcoming river cruise boat.

The model of the electrical boat with panoramic windows measures 22 meters in length. The river tram - as Muscovites call them - has a passenger capacity of 42, including two disabled seats. The trams will also get cutting edge info panels, USB docking stations, Wi-Fi, spaces for scooters and bicycles, as well as chairs and desks for working on the go. The boats will be available all year round, according to ‘Mosgortrans’, the regional transport agency. 

Passengers will be able to pay with their ‘Troika’ public transport card, credit cards or bank cards. 

The main clientele targeted are people living in Moscow’s river districts - the upcoming trams will shorten their travel time in comparison to buses and other transportation by five times, Mosgortrans stated. 

As the river trams are being rolled out, Moscow docks will also see mini-stations, some of which will also be outfitted with charging docks for speed-charging the boats.  

Moscow is set to announce the start of the tender for construction and supply in September 2021. The first trams are scheduled to launch in June 2022 on two routes - from Kievskaya Station, through Moscow City, into Fili; and from ZIL to Pechatniki. 

“Two full-scale routes will be created in 2022-2023, serviced by 20 river trams and a number of river stations. We’ll continue to develop them further if they prove to be popular with the citizens,” the Moscow mayor said .

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How to make the most of 2024 Woodward Dream Cruise: When it starts, where to park, events

On Saturday, about 1 million car enthusiasts will converge upon metro Detroit with the same goal: appreciating sweet rides.

But the festivities don't start Saturday — the Dream Cruise is a weeklong celebration that began in 1995. Car collectors slowly cruise along Woodward Avenue from Ferndale to Pontiac, with plenty of special events along the way. For many, the annual event is a hallmark of the last days of summer, taking place on the third Saturday of every August.

As the annual celebration of automotive history approaches, here is everything you need to know to make the most of it.

Where to park for Dream Cruise

For an event targeted at car enthusiasts, it can be hard to get a car to the area. The 16-mile cruise makes Woodward Avenue partially inaccessible. Attendees should expect to get their steps in while walking from a parking lot to the heart of the car show.

According to the Woodward Dream Cruise's official website , each city along the route will offer public parking.

In Birmingham , cruise-related activities will be within walking distance of the parking decks located downtown, which are free for the first two hours of parking.

In Ferndale , the genesis of the cruise, several public parking lots surround downtown.

In Pontiac , public lots and parking garages dot the map around the downtown area, where the cruise will come to a close amid a slew of other activities.

In Royal Oak , public parking lots within walking distance from Woodward will be available, though in high demand. Additional parking will be available at the Royal Oak Golf Center, Gunn Dyer Park and Upton Park near Coolidge Highway.

To find a specific parking solution for the weekend, visit the Woodward Dream Cruise parking information Facebook page , where you can find the right place to reserve a spot.

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Ditch the car, take the bus.

On Saturday, SMART buses will provide a free shuttle service for people hoping to attend the cruise without the stress of finding a parking spot.

To catch a ride, just hop on at any red SMART or FAST stop along Woodward from Ferndale to Pontiac. The free shuttles, which are wheelchair accessible and equipped with bike racks, will be available from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

What to do in Ferndale during Dream Cruise

Ferndale is where the cruise begins, and it is also the home of many free-to-attend Dream Cruise-related events on Friday and Saturday. On both days, there will be live music, along with food and merchandise vendors.

• Ferndale Emergency Vehicle Show: From 1-7 p.m., the emergency vehicle show will showcase all the coolest cars with sirens at the corner of 9 Mile Road and Woodward. At 5:30, the Lights and Sirens cruise parade will begin. The route will coast along 9 Mile then head north to 11 Mile and swing back to 9 Mile.
• Official Woodward Dream Cruise Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: At 5 p.m., see the official kick-off of the Dream Cruise, where community leaders will cut the ribbon on Woodward, immediately followed by the Lights and Sirens parade.
• Mustang Alley: From 10 a.m.-6 p.m., one of the largest car shows of the cruise will feature more than 650 Mustangs in downtown Ferndale. The ponies will stretch from Planavon to Hilton Road along 9 Mile. Mustang owners interested in showcasing their Motown classic can register their vehicle the day of at 10 a.m. until there are no more spaces left.

What to do in Pleasant Ridge during Dream Cruise

• The Ford Bronco Corral: Collectors and enthusiasts of the Ford Bronco will be meeting for the "corral," an annual showcase of the recently remastered Ford classic. The Broncos will meet from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday at Woodward and Oakland Park Boulevard.

What to do in Berkeley during Dream Cruise

• Berkley CruiseFest Parade: On Friday, beginning at 6:30 p.m., nearly 400 cars are registered to drive along in Berkley's annual Dream Cruise parade. The parade will travel west down 12 Mile Road from Woodward to Greenfield. Following the parade, there will be live music and movie screenings in downtown Berkeley.

What to do in Royal Oak during Dream Cruise

• Performance Park Classic Car Show: From noon-7 p.m., this classic car show will feature vehicles from way back, showcasing automotive history. It will be held at East 13 Mile Road and Woodward.
• Cruise In Shoes 5k Run : At Shrine High School in Royal Oak (3500 West 13 Mile Road) the annual Cruise In Shoes 5K will take place from 8-9:30 a.m.
• Performance Park Classic Car Show: From 8 a.m. -8 p.m., the classic car show will continue in Royal Oak at East 13 Mile Road and Woodward.
• Mustang Unleashed: At the Belle Tire on 13 Mile and Woodward, Ford will showcase its hallmark vehicle, the Mustang, for fans. The event will take place from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Ford Performance Lineup Display: At Duggan’s Irish Pub at 31501 Woodward, Ford will showcase performance vehicles from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Ford Model e Lineup Display: Ford's electric vehicle lineup will be on display at the Vitamin Shoppe at 31753 Woodward from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

What to do in Birmingham during Dream Cruise

• Birmingham Cruise: From 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Birmingham will host its own car parade featuring classic cars. The route will follow along South Old Woodward Avenue from Maple to Lincoln, followed by a stationary car show for attendees to get a closer look.
• Cars, Cigars and Big Ash: Hosted by Wild Bill's Tobacco, the event celebrates classic cars and premium tobacco. The ticketed event will be held at the Birmingham Village Players Lot on 34660 Woodward Ave. It will take place from 5-10 p.m. Friday and will continue from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday. There will be live entertainment, a full-service bar and an outdoor lounge where attendees can watch the cruise roll by. To purchase tickets, visit the Wild Bill's website here .

What to do in Pontiac during Dream Cruise

• Corvettes on Woodward: On Wednesday, from noon-7:30 p.m., Michigan's largest Corvette gathering will meet at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac for an annual charity event. As is tradition for the enthusiasts, they will assemble an American flag of red, white and blue Corvettes. This event requires tickets, and nearby parking will be included with a ticket purchase.

Friday and Saturday:

• Woodward Dream Show: On Friday and Saturday, Pontiac's M1 concourse will go back in time to 1964 in celebration of the hometown classic Pontiac GTO's 60th "birthday." The event, hosted from noon-10:30 p.m. on Friday and again from 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. on Saturday, aims to immerse attendees in the culture of 1964, with Beatles, Beach Boys and Motown cover bands and throwback fashion. The City of Pontiac officially declared Friday, Aug. 16, as Pontiac GTO Day to celebrate the classic muscle car. The first 500 kids through the gate at the concourse will receive a free Hot Wheels GTO, and the space will be equipped with food trucks and activities. Tickets are available here .

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Discover unique arts and culture events in metro Detroit happening August 15 – August 22, 2024.

Classic cars cruise down Woodward Avenue during the Woodward Dream Cruise, August 2017.

This weekend, we’ve got a wide variety of celebratory events, from car shows to concerts.

Plus, the grand re-opening of a beloved Corktown bar. Read on to learn more.

Classic cars

This weekend is the Woodward Dream Cruise, featuring fireworks, food and tons of classic cars. On Saturday, Aug. 17, M1 Concourse will turn back time with a recreation of a 1964 New Car Show, musical performers from Motown, Beatles, and Beach Boys tribute bands, and of course, a caravan of cars cruising down Woodward. Onsite parking is $20 and the event will take place rain or shine. For more information, visit m1concourse.com .

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Join us on Thursday, Aug. 15 at New Center Park for our 2024 Sounds Like Detroit showcase! MI Local  host Jeff Milo will introduce you to Detroit’s top five listener-voted Tiny Desk Contest participants: Drey Skonie & The kLOUDs, C3theartist, Elspeth Tremblay & The Treatment, Chris Lanard & One Band Global and Isis Damil. And as a thank you for supporting local artists, we’re offering WDET listeners half off tickets for you and a friend when you use the code “WDETVIP” at checkout. Food trucks and beverages will be available on-site and guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. For more information, visit  our events page .

Then, head over to Northern Lights Lounge for Keeping UP, the monthly DJ residency featuring Clark and Liz Warner (host of WDET’s Alternate Take Thursdays at 8 p.m.). They’ll be playing ambient, melodic and lush electronic music from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. No cover, all style. For more information, visit northernlightslounge.com .

Musical celebrations

UFO Bar in Corktown is having its official grand opening on Friday, Aug. 16. Formerly known as UFO Factory, the bar and music venue was bought by Spot Lite owner Roula David earlier this summer, and will continue to serve the core functions of the original business — including rock shows, queer DJ nights and gourmet hot dogs. Opening night will feature food from Gladys Nite, full bar service and a new residency with Sheefy McFly. Hours are 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. and there’s a $10 cover starting at 10 p.m. For more information, visit their Instagram page .  

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Afro Nation, the world’s biggest Afrobeats festival, returns to Bedrock’s Douglass Site in Detroit this weekend. The Douglass Site has housed icons like Diana Ross and Smokey Robinson, and Detroit’s rich history of African American culture and its status as the birthplace of Motown and Techno make it the perfect location for Afro Nation 2024. The festival offers an opportunity to celebrate the resilience and enduring legacy of Detroit’s vibrant music and artistic communities. Doors close at 9:15 p.m. and the festival is 17+. Tickets start at $70. For more information, visit detroit.afronation.com .

Personal performances

This weekend, Detroit Public Theatre’s Shakespeare in Prison alumni present “What’s in a Name…,” a staged reading of an original documentary theatre piece comprised of collected reentry stories. These reentry stories are pulled verbatim from interviews conducted during the fall of 2022, and performed by Shakespeare in Prison alumni, sharing their thoughts on what “successful reentry” means to them. Two performances will take place at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17 and Sunday, Aug. 18 at Detroit Public Theatre, free of charge. To RSVP and learn more, visit detroitpublictheatre.org .

On Friday, Aug. 16, the Arab American National Museum is hosting a Rooftop Rendezvous: BYOI Jam Session. Guests are encouraged to bring their own instruments to participate in an informal community performance on the museum’s rooftop garden. Light refreshments will be served, and the event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit arabamericanmuseum.org .

Healthy habits

Health Is Wealth Detroit returns to Eastern Market on Friday, Aug. 16. This holistic wellness expo provides a gathering space for Detroiters who want to celebrate wellness in the community. This year’s featured guests include actors Debbie Allen and Hill Harper. Activities will take place in Shed 3 from noon to 9 p.m. For more information, visit theblac.co/healthiswealth .

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Woodward Dream Cruise 2024: 12 restaurants to visit along route

W hether you’re cruising Woodward or a car fan watching on the sidelines, appetites will certainly rev up for the annual Woodward Dream Cruise happening this Friday-Saturday.

More than a million people are expected to be in the area for the two-day event that dates back to 1995 and covers miles of Woodward Avenue, stretching from Ferndale to Pontiac.

Many restaurants along the route are prime viewing spots for cruise car watchers. Some restaurants will have special events like hosting car clubs and/or special food and drink menus geared toward the annual event. (Keep in mind some places might also be closed for private events.)

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From 3:30-6 p.m. Thursday, Berkley’s Vinsetta Garage, part of the Union Joints group of restaurants and smack dab at 27799 Woodward, hosts Jon Moss, retired GM concept and show car guru, for a book signing of “Keys to the Kingdom.” On Saturday Vinsetta hosts Ferndale’s Tin Can Cocktails on its patio offering tastings of their new Jobbie Nooner vodka sodas.

A stretch of restaurants in Ferndale includes the Fly Trap known as the "finer diner" (opens at 8 a.m. daily), Como's (Detroit-style pizza), and the Emory. Heading north on Woodward, there's the Whistle Stop in Pleasant Ridge. All area open during the Woodward Dream Cruise.

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Birmingham cruise event.

In downtown Birmingham, South Old Woodward will be shut down between Maple Road and Lincoln Street where more than 240 classic cars will be parked on display. Downtown Birmingham restaurants will open during the 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday event. There will also be food trucks such as the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group's food truck that features all their restaurant brands.

M1 Concourse

M1 Concourse's Woodward Dream Show and festival runs Friday and Saturday. Right off Woodward Avenue, M1 Concourse features cars, culture and entertainment from 1964 including Pontiac GTOs lined along the M1 concourse Event Center Plaza. The event feature live music from tribute bands, food from food trucks and family fun in the Meijer Family Fun Zone. On tap will be a German biergarten serving beer and giant pretzels. Several food trucks, including Green Lantern Pizza will be on site. Tickets to enter the event are $35 (plus $5 fee) and $150 (plus $10 fee) for adults; ages 7-17 are $10 (plus $5 fee). For information and tickets: m1concourse.com .

Downtown Pontiac Dream Cruise

From 2-6 p.m. Saturday along Saginaw Street near Pike is the Downtown Pontiac Dream Cruise. A parade of classic GTO cars takes place at 3 p.m. along with other classic cars on display. Nearby restaurants featured in Pontaics social district, known as The Circuit), are Alley Cat Cafe, Biscuits & Bourbon, Fillmore 13 Brewery and Kegger Burger. Po Sams Cafe food truck at the Flagstar Strand Theater. For information visit pontiac.mi.us .

Restaurants along the Woodward route

While the food and restaurant options along either side of the 16-mile stretch of historic Woodward Avenue are plentiful, here's a sampling of a dozen options. During the Woodward Dream Cruise keep in mind restaurants may adjust or have special hours and offer limited menus.

39556 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills

From restaurateur Bill Roberts, the eponymous Bill's on Woodward in Bloomfield Hills is celebrating 10 years. Its comfortable neighborhood vibe surrounds a menu featuring an array of French bistro and Italian trattoria classics plus offerings of American fare.

A highlight of its menu is the Harris O. salad in honor of the late founder of the Machus Red Fox. The salad includes romaine and iceberg lettuces, crumbled Roquefort, bacon, tomato, red onion and a sweet and sour dressing.

For info: 248-646-9000 or billsbloomfieldhills.com

Crispelli's

28939 Woodward Ave., Berkley

Part bakery, part pizzeria, Crispellis is on Woodward at 12 Mile Road. They'll serve their regular menu and have a tent outside and live music. There are no online or call-in orders during the cruise, however walk-in carryout is available. For info: 248-591-3300 or crispellis.com .

Duggan’s Irish Pub

31501 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak

This popular spot in Royal Oak along the Woodward Dream Cruise route tents its north parking lot. Under the tent is live music on Friday and Saturday all day and a full bar. A little menu of its Big Chiefs (a double-decker burger) and Little Chiefs (single patty burger) and hot dogs are offered. Inside there is also a limited menu. For info: 248-549-3659 or dugganspub.com

1 Peabody St., Birmingham

Cruise watchers are in for a treat as summertime at Hazel's means lobster. Hazel's transforms to its Lobster Pound menu offering fresh lobster flown in from Maine that makes its way to menu items including lobster rolls and lobster bisque. Also on the menu are oysters, shrimp clam chowder, Hazel's fried chicken and burgers. For info: 248-671-1714 or eatathazels.com

The Hunter House

35075 Woodward Ave., Birmingham

This iconic hamburger joint is a popular spot on Woodward at Hamilton Row near a busy intersection. Since 1952, according to its website, The Hunter House has been serving up its classic sliders and fries. They also serve breakfast daily.

For info: 248-646-7121 or hunterhousehamburgers.com

22828 Woodward Ave., Ferndale

This is the place for Sonoran-style hot dogs. The bacon-wrapped hots have a variety of toppings. There are also vegan and vegetarian options. Imperial also is home to elote, street-style tacos, nachos and torta sandwiches.

For info: 248-850-8060 or imperialferndale.com

50501 Woodward Ave., Pontiac

In downtown Pontaic the M1 Grill has an extensive menu of its signature dishes. Its M1 Burger and Cali Burger are listed as favorites on its website. M1 Grill serves breakfast, a huge variety of sandwiches and wraps, soups and salads, milkshakes and more.

For info: 248-338-0228 or m1grill.com

32955 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak

This restaurant has been a mainstay on Woodward for years. According to its online menu, among Mt. Chalet offerings build-your-own burgers, soups, salads, tacos and other items.  For info: 248-549-2929 or mtchaletroyaloak.com

27302 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak

This small spot offers Mexican-American fare for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night. On the O.W.L. menu are a variety of egg sandwiches, eggs any style, chorizo and sausage, burgers, chilaquiles, nachos, tacos and tortas.

For info: 248-808-6244 or owlwoodward.com Pura Vida Jamaican and Costa Rican Cuisine

44768 Woodward Ave., Pontiac

As the name implies, this Pontiac restaurant offers a mix of Jamaican and Costa Rican fare. Its online menu lists jerk dishes, tacos, salads, Caribbean dishes and plenty more.  

For info: 248-775-5621 or puravidajamaicancostaricancuisinemi.com

Redcoat Tavern

31542 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak

Home of the 1/2 pound classic Redcoat Tavern burger. The burger is a proprietary blend of beef and served with tomato, shredded lettuce and special sauce on a toasted sesame bun, according to its menu. There are also plenty of ways to modify burgers with a variety of cheese, dressings and sauces, toppings and type of bread/bun. For info:  248-549-0300 or redcoat-tavern.com

Treat Dreams

22965 Woodward Ave., Ferndale This is the spot where ice cream is fun. There are unique flavors, and concoctions of its small-batch ice cream. You'll find classic favorites and new creations to indulge in. Treat Dreams also has vegan and gluten-free options.

For info:   248-544-3440 or treat-dreams.com

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Long-forgotten car revs back to life during Woodward Dream Cruise

Jay leno takes restored car to woodward dream cruise.

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PONTIAC, Mich. – Dreams really do come true during the Woodward Dream Cruise as a long-forgotten car revs up back to life.

In front of the Williams International headquarters, the worlds of Hollywood and Metro Detroit collided. Gregg Williams, president and CEO of Williams International, and Hollywood legend Jay Leno met on an overcast Saturday.

“It was a real pleasure and honor for our team,” Williams told Leno in front of a film crew. “It was a team of all volunteers.”

Full-time comic, and part-time car enthusiast, Leno is known for his massive and rare collection -- including an unusual car. A turbine car Chrysler built in the early 1960s. Needless to say, it’s special to him.

“Well, it’s a part of my history because they had one at the World’s Fair in 1964 to see it,” Leno said. “It made a jet noise . . . going around and around. So, it’s always been a part of my history and I met a lot of guys exactly my age who also saw it at the World’s Fair.”

Just like most vintage cars, this one gave Leno some trouble when the engine died.

So, who better to fix it than Williams International, a design and manufacturer of gas turbine engines. Gregg Williams’ father founded the company only after working for Chrysler on the you guessed it . . . turbine car. Not only did it take time to source the materials, but it also required some time-traveling to rebuild the motor by revisiting the engineering behind it.

Williams’ told Local 4 the project took about two years with the eureka moment happening about a week ago.

The final act? She started up beautifully with the engine sounding more like a plane on a tarmac. This turbine is ready for takeoff. Next stop: Woodward Dream Cruise.

“The history of what I love – the automobile is based here in Detroit,” Leno said.

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This is a Chrysler Turbine Car built in the 60s. Super rare car and few are operable including Jay Leno’s car. Williams International rebuilt the engine because the company’s founder spearheaded the design while employed by Chrysler. The project required volunteers and took about two years to finish. Sounds like a plane! The car will debut during the Woodward Dream Cruise. Posted by WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit on Saturday, August 17, 2024

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A British holidaymaker captured the moment a cruise ship came to the aid of an overcrowded boat taking migrants on a perilous journey across the Ionian Sea. 

The stricken vessel was adrift 112 nautical miles south-west of the Greek coastal town of Pylos when the Royal Caribbean liner’s crew diverted to answer the distress call. 

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The luxurious Odyssey of the Seas, which is 1,138ft long and has 16 decks, launched two smaller boats to bring the drifting vessel alongside and transfer 77 people onboard.  

The occupants included 36 men, seven women and 34 children. 

Kevin Gibbons, 41, an ex-pat from the UK who lives in Spain, watched the rescue unfold on Monday night.  

‘The crew did an amazing job, sending out two rescue boats to tow the overloaded sinking boat back to the cruise ship,’ he said.

‘Where you can see they were all transferred to the cruise ship awaiting the arrival of the coast guard and authorities to take over.  

‘I understand it’s international law to rescue any sinking ship or distress call at sea, I totally accept it’s the right thing to do, but surely the whole world, including the rich states need to do more to assist and deter these deathly attempts to reach Europe.’ 

Twenty-seven of the rescued were transferred to a Hellenic Coast Guard patrol boat and the remaining 50 onto the Panagia Thalassini passenger-launch before being disembarked at the Greek port of Kalamata.  

The liner had to reschedule a port stop in Santorini because of the diversion, with the anchoring taking place yesterday instead.

A Royal Caribbean spokesperson said: ‘On August 5, 2024, the ship encountered a small vessel adrift and in need of assistance. 

‘Alongside the Greek Coast Guard, the ship’s crew immediately launched a rescue operation and has returned to its sailing.’ 

A spokesperson for Greece’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Island Policy told Metro.co.uk: ‘Under the coordination of the Unified Search and Rescue Coordination Centre, 77 foreigners who were onboard a sailing vessel were located and rescued from the Royal Caribbean cruise ship in the sea area 112 nautical miles south-west of Pylos.  

‘Then the foreigners were transferred to the port of Kalamata.’ 

According to the Greek Coast Guard, the ‘foreigners’ said that they had launched from an unknown point on the Turkish coast near Bodrum destined for Italy.  

They are said to have stated that they paid people traffickers 8,000 euros each (£6,800) for their passage to Europe, taking them across a hazardous stretch of water.  

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The Greek authorities arrested two men and one woman, aged 48, 36 and 26 respectively, on immigration, people trafficking and exposure of life to danger charges.  

An investigation into their activities and possible links with wider organised crime networks is being carried out by the Port Authority of Kalamata and the Directorate of Security and Protection of Maritime Borders.

The perilous nature of the journeys undertaken by migrants trying to cross the Mediterranean has previously been highlighted by Metro.co.uk 

The Royal Navy recovered a dead body, plucked an underweight 12-day-old baby from an overcrowded ship and gave chase to a wooden boat packed with hundreds of people when it supported EU operations in the region in 2015, our investigation showed.  

According to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), the central Mediterranean route was the deadliest migration journey in the world last year as ‘desperate’ people tried to reach the safety of Europe.  

Nearly 2,500 people died or went missing as they attempted to cross from Algeria, Egypt, Libya and Tunisia to Italy and Malta, the IOM said. 

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