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Orient Lines Reborn Under New Ownership

~ Popular Destination-Oriented Cruise Brand Acquired from Star Cruises ~

CELEBRATION, Fla., June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Orient Lines, the
destination cruise specialist founded by British cruise and tour
entrepreneur Gerry Herrod in 1992, has now been acquired by another cruise
industry visionary, Wayne Heller. Heller's Origin Cruise Group LLC
purchased the award-winning brand from Star Cruises Limited.

Heller is the founder of Orlando-based cruise retailer Cruises Only,
which became the largest seller of cruises in North America. His great love
for cruising fueled his desire to preserve Orient Lines and its unique
destination-oriented worldwide itineraries.

Much like the former company's beloved Marco Polo, the "new" Orient
Lines plans to acquire vessels that are rich in history and character and
that can carry 600 to 800 passengers in great comfort and safety to all
seven continents.

Moreover, the line's hallmark cruise-tour product, which seamlessly
incorporates pre- and/or post-cruise hotel stays and orientation
sightseeing tours, distinguished guest lecturers and local cultural
highlights, where possible, will be preserved.

"In the coming weeks we will announce our new flagship, followed by
inaugural cruise itineraries and the senior management team," said Heller.
"As for details of the onboard product, consumers and travel agents can
expect the same friendly and gracious service that has endeared legions of
intrepid travelers to Orient Lines over the past 15 years."