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The Baltic is an area of Northern Europe that encompasses the Baltic Sea, Kattegat Bay and Skagerrak Strait, and it includes the bordering countries of Sweden, Finland, Russia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, northeastern Germany and eastern Denmark. Amazing historical and cultural sites await passengers who cruise this magnificent region, and shore excursions typically visit museums, palaces, castles and cathedrals.

Stroll cobblestone streets amid medieval architecture in the well-preserved Baltic capitals of Riga, Latvia, and Tallinn, Estonia. Visit St. Petersburg's legendary Hermitage, considered one of the world's greatest museums, and spend time touring some of Russia's most notable grand palaces. Stroll through the "Venice of the North," the cosmopolitan city of Stockholm, well-known for its picturesque buildings, lush parks and unique waterways. Or, visit the beautiful city of Helsinki, with its small-town feel and eclectic blend of neoclassical and modern architecture.

• Due to a cooler climate, the Baltic cruise season runs from May through September.
• Baltic cruises, also known as Northern Europe cruises and Scandinavia cruises, are typically 4 to 16 nights, although a few ships offer longer itineraries.
• In contrast to the Caribbean and Mexico, shoppers on Baltic cruises will find that items in stores can be pricey. Hand-knit sweaters, fine crystal, antiques, silver and porcelain are among items that passengers seek in these ports.
• On Baltic cruises, you'll experience long hours of daylight.
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Royal palaces, vibrant markets & famous dumplings: What to see, do & eat on a Baltic cruise

Baltic cruise vacations tick off a wealth of incredible coastal capital cities around Northern Europe’s Baltic Sea – here’s what travelers can enjoy there.

Baltic cruises pack in beautiful cities, historical treasures and unique cuisine while sailing along Europe’s stunning coastline

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is offering a fabulous Baltic cruise itinerary this summer, whisking jetsetters through eight European countries aboard Norwegian Dawn on an unforgettable northern adventure.

Think Medieval cobbled streets, iconic masterpieces, renowned museums, distinctive churches and more – not to mention some delicious food to keep you fuelled along the way, from Swedish pickled herring to Polish pierogi.

We’ve taken a whistlestop tour of the historical and cultural highlights of a Baltic cruise 2023 with NCL and the tasty dishes on offer in this stunning part of Europe.

What to do on a Baltic cruise

The Baltic region is home to some truly marvellous landscapes and magnificent architecture, as well as some of Europe’s darker history. Luckily your Baltic cruises with NCL packs a real punch when it comes to the region’s highlights, with every stop brimming with treasures.

The itinerary starts at Copenhagen, famous for its charming canals, majestic palaces and jazz clubs. Highlights include The Round Tower (the oldest observatory in Europe), the colourful harbour front of Nyhavn (above, left), the royal palace complex of Amalienborg and the diminutive bronze and granite statue of The Little Mermaid (above, right), from Hans Christian Anderson’s famous fairytale, in the water at Langelinie Pier.

Next, in Berlin, NCL guests can experience the top ten highlights of Germany’s capital on a guided tour, including Checkpoint Charlie, Charlottenburg Palace and the Holocaust Museum.

Not all stops on this Baltic cruise itinerary are well known however, with Klaipėda in Lithuania one such example, although it’s arguably the most historically rich city in the country.

Klaipėda is known for its German timber-framed architecture (dubbed Fachtwerkhäusen) and is snaked with winding cobbled streets and lovely seafront promenades that come alive in the evening. Enjoy the slower pace of life here and don’t miss the old quarters and the Klaipėda Castle site in particular.

One of the region’s greatest gems is the Latvian city of Riga, the largest of the three Baltic capitals. Expect Art Nouveau buildings, a splendid old town and a vibrant nightlife. Look out for the beautiful buildings in Town Hall Square (above); the most popular of all is the Guild House of the Brotherhood of Blackheads.

Do also visit St Peter’s Church (the tallest building in Riga) and Riga Central Market (one of the largest and most visited markets in Eastern Europe and part of Riga’s UNESCO World Heritage Site).

Over in Helsinki, Finland (below, left), you’ll find a slick, minimalist and colourful city. Fun fact, it’s a designated UNESCO City of Design and is the only city in the world with its own Chief Design Officer!

Unsurprisingly the Design Museum here is splendid while other contemporary highlights include the Kiasma museum of contemporary art and the concert hall Musiikkitalo. Tourists visiting Helsinki can easily explore the peaceful and clean city on foot or bike – did you know, a third of the city is dedicated green space?

Another breathtaking capital city call during NCL’s Baltic cruises 2023 is Estonia’s Tallinn, considered one of the most beautiful cities in Northern Europe. Medieval stone walls encircle one of the best preserved Hanseatic town centres in the world with charming cobblestone streets opening into squares, lovely courtyards and soaring church bell towers.

Must-sees in Tallinn (below, right) include Viru Gate (part of the city’s 14th-century vast defence system) and St. Olaf’s Church, Tallinn’s largest medieval building. For the best views of the Estonian city head to the Kohtuotsa viewing platform on Toompea Hill.

What to eat on a Baltic cruise

Baltic food doesn’t get its praises sung enough in our opinion. Sustainably farmed and foraged ingredients and seasonal dishes are all the rage worldwide these days but Finland has been nailing this approach to food for years.

Here you’ll tuck into a range of unusual meats plus plenty of fish such as salmon and freshwater arctic char (there’s an American steakhouse, sushi restaurant and more back on your NCL ship if you’re still hungry for meat!) while veggie options include forest mushrooms, berries (including lingonberries and cloudberries) and herbs.

Lingonberry jam is widely used to accompany a variety of dishes over in Sweden too, paired with everything from meatballs to porridge. Picked herring is a staple on all buffets and crispbread (knäckebröd) is commonly served along with bread and butter. And yes, don’t worry there’s a buffet open onboard Norwegian Dawn too, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner (along with five other complimentary restaurants plus room service).

Talking of, open sandwiches are popular in Sweden, with the shrimp sandwich (räksmörgås or räkmacka) most loved by the Swedes. This sees bread topped with boiled egg slices, lettuce, tomato, cucumber and crème fraîche blended with dill sprigs and roe.

As for desserts, look out for the green princess cake (prinsesstårta) in Swedish bakeries – the sponge cake (above), layered with jam and vanilla custard, is topped with cream then a thin layer of green marzipan followed by a bright pink sugar rose! And remember, if your sweet tooth still isn’t sated then you can tuck into fresh-baked pastries and desserts back onboard Norwegian Dawn.

NCL Baltic cruises also stop at Gdynia in Poland – a country where the cuisine is wholesome, tasty and served in generous portions. The mother of all comfort foods here is the famous pierogi; these dumplings filled with stuffed with meat, vegetables, cheese, fruit or chocolate can be cooked or fried and accompanied by a sour cream topping or butter.

Another comforting dish is zurek; the traditional version of this soup is sour rye flour with potatoes, plenty of vegetables and lots of meat. It can also be served with a boiled egg while some iterations serve the soup in bread! Bigos is also a much-loved food in Poland – the iconic stew is made with sauerkraut, meat (usually beef and/or pork) and fresh shredded cabbage plus a selection of vegetables.

Where to stay on a Baltic cruise

When you’re finished tucking into regional specialities and soaking up the intriguing history of these Baltic cities you can head back to your NCL ship safe in the knowledge you’ll be well looked after and will sleep in comfort!

Norwegian Dawn (above and below) – which has a guest capacity of 2,340 – offers a wide range of spacious accommodations, with staterooms to fit every group size and budget. If you want to really treat yourself after days out delving into Europe’s history, stay in the Garden Villa, NCL’s exclusive enclave offering spacious suites complete with king- or queen-size beds, separate living and dining areas, luxury baths and private balconies as well as a certified butler and concierge services.

If you’re not too full of pickled herring you can check out the complimentary eateries and eight speciality restaurants onboard the ship and whisk your taste buds south to Italy at La Cucina, west to South America with an authentic Brazilian churrascaria experience at Moderno, or east to Asia at Bamboo which serves freshly prepared noodles, delicious wok fried dishes and more.

Another perk of Norwegian Dawn is the casino, with games blackjack, craps, roulette, slots, Texas hold ’em all available. Or why not head to the theatre for a high-energy show? Or maybe you fancy indulging in some me-time with a pamper session at Mandara Spa?

On the topic of indulgence, have you considered upgrading? NCL’s Free At Sea Upgrade Package is not only great value but it also comes with heaps of benefits.

If you upgrade from £199pp on top of your cruise fare you’ll receive all applicable packages including Premium Beverages, Speciality Dining, WiFi, Excursion Discounts and 3rd and 4th Guests pay taxes only (on applicable sailings) – how cool is that!

With Premium Beverages, guests can swig on a wide selection of soft drinks, spirits, cocktails, wines by the glass and bottled or draft beer served in all bars, lounges and restaurants throughout their vacation.

Meanwhile, Speciality Dining means passengers can enjoy a smorgasbord of unique dining experiences in Teppanyaki, Le Bistro, Cagney’s Steakhouse and more.

With the Free at Sea upgrade, travellers can also benefit from a $50 shore excursion discount per stateroom, per port of call and stay connected via included Wi-Fi.

Furthermore, if you bring a third and fourth guest they’ll only pay the applicable tax for their cruise – perfect for families travelling with children! Good luck getting the kids to eat that pickled herring though.

Baltic: Germany, Finland & Poland to Stockholm with NCL

Duration: 9 nights

Where: Copenhagen, Denmark | Berlin (Warnemünde), Germany | Gdynia, Poland | Klaipeda, Lithuania | Riga, Latvia | Helsinki, Finland | Kotka, Finland | Visby, Sweden | Tallinn, Estonia | Stockholm, Sweden

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Well with events today, it looks very unlikely that Baltic Cruises will commence, that’s a great shame we did it back in 2018 it was a very active and rewarding trip.

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Yep, also thinking our Baltics cruise in 2023 is now OBE.  Sad.

Know what you mean, just got my deposit back on a Baltic cruise with Royal Caribbean.  My choice, don't want to get near Russia.

NCL may skip Russia and add another port, the Baltics are no where near the Ukraine. I agree it would be very disappointing as St Petersburg is the jewel of all the ports in that region, but the other ports were awesome as well.

NCL has 2 ships in the Baltic this spring/summer. My Dawn cruise  August 16  has 2 days/nights in St. Petersburg. It is already port intensive so where else can the ship go? NCL has to work around the schedules of other cruise lines if they want to fill in somewhere for SPB. If NCL subs in sea days for the 2 missed Russia days, I will cancel before final payment.

At the very least NCL should be pushing back final payment date for ALL 2022 Baltic cruises. Their first one is scheduled for May 18, Getaway from Copenhagen.

cybergremlin

Just received an email from NCL for the prima cruise on the 3rd Sep saying Russia has been removed from their sailings for the remainder of the year and they are looking to replace with another port.

nclcruiser2959

I'm on the Getaway in May. I see that they've removed excursions for St. Petersburg but still have us stopping there on the itinerary. No email yet. 

6 minutes ago, cybergremlin said: Just received an email from NCL for the prima cruise on the 3rd Sep saying Russia has been removed from their sailings for the remainder of the year and they are looking to replace with another port.

If and when you get a new e-mail with updated information, please post that information.

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29 minutes ago, ontheweb said: If and when you get a new e-mail with updated information, please post that information.

richard_london

Well done NCL.  We can't as cruise passengers be supporting the Russian economy whilst it invades Ukraine.

Maybe you’ll go to Norway & Iceland Baltics is definitely out. The whole area

29 minutes ago, cabincop said: Maybe you’ll go to Norway & Iceland Baltics is definitely out. The whole area

Nope, on cruiseindustrynews they said they will stay in the Baltic, only Russia will be dropped. Why should they cancel all Baltic cruises? 

Nah I don't think the whole Baltic region is out.  Putin would love for the western world cut off all tourism in all those countries and see their economies penalized as well.

cruisequeen4ever

It’s good NCL is

communicating this now instead of making people wait and wonder. They’ll have fewer cancelations I think by announcing right away.

Just noticed the stop in Russia on the 10/22 TransPacific on the Sun has been eliminated,  so 8 days at sea between Alaska and Japan.

Oceansaway17

6 hours ago, njkate said: NCL may skip Russia and add another port, the Baltics are no where near the Ukraine. I agree it would be very disappointing as St Petersburg is the jewel of all the ports in that region, but the other ports were awesome as well.

oh but Finland is close to Russia and so Helsinki might get excluded as well.

Still, summer cruise can change a couple of times over this issue.

It might be close to but its not IN russia. And the plan is to avoid russia.

There is no danger of any military action in the baltics, it is just to avoid Russia directly.

5 hours ago, richard_london said: Well done NCL.  We can't as cruise passengers be supporting the Russian economy whilst it invades Ukraine.

Agreed.  I will add that Russia was already on our no-visit list, well before today.  Years ago, my wife and I cancelled a cruise to the Baltics, when Putin started driving up the anti-gay hate and violence in Russia, and haven't looked back.  And as Americans (which I realize you aren't), we are not about to visit a country that has actively interfered with our elections and is doing its best to undermine and destroy our democracy. 

6 hours ago, Turtles06 said: Years ago, my wife and I cancelled a cruise to the Baltics, when Putin started driving up the anti-gay hate and violence in Russia, and haven't looked back.

That's my own personal reason for never having booked a Baltic cruise, since most since to overnight in St Petersburg.  As a solo traveller I wouldn't feel safe ashore, as I like to explore ports of call on my own.  But then, why should I go ashore and spend my own hard earned money in a country that is so hostile to people like me?  

And for all the other evil stuff he and his regime has done to destabilise the west and your country it makes it quite an easy decision.

3 hours ago, richard_london said: That's my own personal reason for never having booked a Baltic cruise, since most since to overnight in St Petersburg.  As a solo traveller I wouldn't feel safe ashore, as I like to explore ports of call on my own.  But then, why should I go ashore and spend my own hard earned money in a country that is so hostile to people like me?     And for all the other evil stuff he and his regime has done to destabilise the west and your country it makes it quite an easy decision.

In St. Petersburg, you wouldn't have been allowed to go exploring on your own unless you went to the trouble of getting your own Visa.  Tours have special visas that cover the group, but you have to stay together.

3 hours ago, emmtee said: In St. Petersburg, you wouldn't have been allowed to go exploring on your own unless you went to the trouble of getting your own Visa.  Tours have special visas that cover the group, but you have to stay together.

And the tour guide must stay with you and the group.

The point I was making was the Russian regime is extremely homophobic and actively discriminates against LGBT people.  Cruising is a very gay-friendly experience and many LGBT cruisers would never step ashore in St Petersburg on principle, so any restrictions on what you can do ashore are irrelevant.

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Norwegian Cancels Majority of Season in Baltic on Getaway

• March 15, 2022

Norwegian Cruise Line became the first brand to make a significant deployment chance in the Baltic, cancelling the majority of sailings aboard the Norwegian Getaway.

“After further review. we have decided to cancel Norwegian Getaway’s cruises with embarkation dates from June 14. 2022. through and including October 9. 2022,” the company said.

Of note, the ship is still set to sail three Baltic cruises prior to June 14 from Copenhagen, according to published deployment.

The company also said it is cancelling cruises between Oct. 18 and Nov. 27 due to redeployment.

Guests will receive a full refund and 10 percent off their next cruise. 

“Our hearts go out to those impacted by these devastating events. We will continue to monitor the events in Ukraine closely and focus on making the right choice,” said Todd Hamilton. Senior Vice President of Sales.

Redeployment plans have not been announced, but are expected shortly. 

Norwegian said on its earnings call in February that it would not move ships from the Baltic. 

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Front of the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia

Located near the waterfront and housed in the former Romanov Winter Palace, the Hermitage Museum sits due north along Nevsky Prospekt from the Church of the Savior on Blood, St. Petersburg's other most iconic attraction.

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View of Saint Isaac's square in St. Petersburg, Russia

St. Petersburg's city center is overflowing with history — why not choose museums that offer something a little different? Visit the quirky Faberge Museum, dedicated to the work of Russian jeweler Carl Faberge. Or enjoy an interactive experience at the Museum of Emotions.

Imperial Excursion

Take a drive to some imperial palaces outside the city center. Under an hour away by car lies exquisite Peterhof, whose fountains alone are worth the price of admission. Cruise to St. Petersburg and go by train to the Baroque-style Catherine Palace — can you guess which Russian ruler often stayed here?

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Russians flock to St. Petersburg because of its cosmopolitan vibe, but use your stop here to discover local cuisine. Head to the restaurant-rich Nevsky Prospect to sample borscht beet root soup (the cold version in summer), dumplings of meat ( plmeni ) and sour cherries ( vareniki ) or hearty beef stroganoff — yes, that's a Russian dish!

St. Petersburg's shopping options are as grand as its architecture. The luxurious Gostiny Dvor mall is an essential stop with your St. Petersburg cruise. If you're looking for a more down-to-earth experience, try your luck (and your Russian language skills) at Udelnaya Flea Market and bargain for one-of-a-kind antique samovars or imperial porcelain.

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Subscriber only, travel | 8 new ships coming to norwegian cruise line, sister brands plus dock at great stirrup cay.

The parent company to Norwegian Cruise Line announced Monday a major order for eight new ships among its three brands as well as the construction of a pier to allow its cruise ships to dock instead of tender to its private Bahamas island for the first time.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings said it was planning to bring on four new ships for NCL, two new ships for upper premium brand Oceania Cruises and two ships for luxury brand Regent Seven Seas, all to be built at Fincantieri shipyard in Italy and debut during a 10-year run from 2026-2036.

The NCL ships would be the largest ever built for the line at around 200,000 gross tons and capacity of about 5,000 guests. They won’t arrive until after the final delivery of its Prima-Plus class ships expected between 2025-2028, the larger sister ships to the Norwegian Prima and Viva that debuted in the last couple of years. The four ships from the unnamed class of vessel would arrive in 2030, 2032, 2034 and 2036.

The new class for Oceania Cruises, which in 2023 debuted its first new ship in more than a decade — the Oceania Allura — will also be the largest ever built for the line at 86,000 gross tons and a capacity of 1,450 guests. They’re expected in 2027 and 2029.

And the Regent Seven Seas fleet’s new vessels will also be larger coming in at 77,000 gross tons with a capacity of 850 guests. They’re expected in 2026 and 2029. Regent just debuted the third of its Explorer class ships in December 2023.

“This strategic new-ship order across all three of our award-winning brands provides for the steady introduction of cutting-edge vessels into our fleet and solidifies our long-term growth,” said NCLH president and CEO Harry Sommer in a press release. “It also allows us to significantly leverage our operating scale, strengthen our commitment to innovation and enhance our ability to offer our guests new products and experiences, all while providing opportunities to enhance the efficiency of our fleet.”

No other details about the ships were released. Financing is already in place to fund 80% of the cost for the four ships among the Oceania and Regent orders, but financing for the four NCL ships is not finalized.

The eight ships expects to add 25,000 more to the three cruise lines’ passenger capacity.

In addition, the line is set to construct a multi-ship pier at Great Stirrup Cay, the popular Bahamas private destination visited by all three brands. The move follows the introduction of a dock that can support two Oasis-class vessels at neighboring Perfect Day at Coco Cay for Royal Caribbean while other private Bahamas destinations including Disney’s Castaway Cay and its new Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point feature tenderless docks for easy access.

“We are likewise excited with the addition of a new pier at Great Stirrup Cay to support our increased capacity in the Caribbean and multiple ships to call on the island, enhancing our guest experience and bringing seamless and reliable access to our private island year-round,” Sommer said.

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Norwegian cancels more than a dozen cruises on 7 ships in 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line canceled more than a dozen cruises on seven ships.

The sailings were scheduled to take place in 2025. The changes “are a result of varied events including the ongoing situation in the Red Sea and Israel, modified dry dock schedules for ship enhancements, a full ship charter, and lastly, to accommodate the demand for shorter close-to-home voyages to the Bahamas,” according to a spokesperson for the line.

The following itineraries were canceled:

• Norwegian Spirit: Jan. 21, 2025
• Norwegian Jade: Feb. 20 through and including March 24, 2025
• Norwegian Sky: April 19 through and including June 5, 2025
• Norwegian Star: May 17 through and including June 9, 2025
• Norwegian Viva: May 18 and 27, and Sep. 20 and 29, 2025
• Norwegian Pearl: Oct. 15, 2025
• Norwegian Epic: Nov. 1 and 11, 2025

“We are committed to providing exceptional vacation experiences, both aboard our ships and by taking our guests to some of the most sought-out destinations around the world,” the spokesperson said in an emailed statement. “While we try to maintain original itineraries as much as possible, at times modifications are made to optimize the itinerary, enhance the guest experience or accommodate certain circumstances.”

Your cruise was canceled: Now what?

Guests whose cruises were impacted were given full refunds of their fare and a 10% discount in the form of a future cruise credit. The credit can be used on any of Norwegian’s published itineraries through Dec. 31, 2025.

Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at [email protected].

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Norwegian Cruise Line: A Balancing Act of Long-Term Growth Ambitions and Financial Prudence

Analyst Daniel Politzer of Wells Fargo maintained a Hold rating on Norwegian Cruise Line ( NCLH – Research Report ), retaining the price target of $21.00.

Daniel Politzer has given his Hold rating due to a combination of factors surrounding the Norwegian Cruise Line’s growth and financial strategies. To begin with, while the company’s ambitious long-term plan that includes ordering eight new ships indicates potential growth, it also extends their pipeline through 2036, which introduces a considerable time horizon for the realization of these investments. Despite an increase in their five-year capacity compound annual growth rate (CAGR), there remains uncertainty around the financing for the four ships designated for the Norwegian Cruise Line brand, which is yet to be determined. Additionally, the $150 million investment into a new pier at Great Stirrup Cay is expected to enhance the island’s appeal, yet this requires a significant upfront capital outlay and the benefits will take time to materialize.

Furthermore, the financial details of the new ship orders present both opportunities and challenges. The orders contribute a substantial 25,000 berths, which is a 38% increase compared to the year-end 2023 figures, but the delivery of these ships will spread over a decade, thus affecting the immediacy of capacity expansion. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has secured financing for the Oceania and Regent ships, but questions about the delivery timing for Oceania’s 2028 ship and the completion of financing for the Norwegian brand’s ships create additional layers of uncertainty. Despite these significant investments aimed at long-term growth, the management’s expectation of year-on-year net debt reduction through at least the end of 2024 suggests a balance between growth and financial prudence, which likely influenced Politzer’s Hold rating.

Politzer covers the Consumer Cyclical sector, focusing on stocks such as Hyatt Hotels, Hilton Worldwide Holdings, and DraftKings. According to TipRanks , Politzer has an average return of 9.8% and a 60.39% success rate on recommended stocks.

In another report released on March 25, Mizuho Securities also initiated coverage with a Hold rating on the stock with a $21.00 price target.

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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) Company Description:

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. engages in cruise business. It provides cruise experiences for travelers with itineraries in North America, Mediterranean, Baltic, Central America, Bermuda and Caribbean. It also offers an entirely inter-island itinerary in Hawaii. Its brands include Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruses. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Miami, FL.

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