Dr. Michele Carbone | Honorary Consul to Italy

Michele Carbone MD, PhD serves as the Honorary Consul to the Foreign Ministry of Italy.

The Italian Navy’s Historic ‘AMERIGO VESPUCCI’ in Honolulu

FROM JULY 25 TO 28 FOR THE 21ST LEG OF ITS WORLD TOUR

THE “MOST BEAUTIFUL SHIP IN THE WORLD” WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

 

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The Amerigo Vespucci

Mooring location: Pier 9 (near Aloha Tower)

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For all information on visits: https://tourvespucci.it/en/come-aboard

Honolulu, July 17 – The Amerigo Vespucci, the historic sailing ship and training vessel of the Italian Navy, will arrive in Honolulu on July 25, the 21st stage of its World Tour, following an 18-day, 2,500-mile-long voyage from Los Angeles.

This is the Ship’s second visit to the capital of Hawaii — the first occurred in 2002 during its first World Tour.

The Amerigo Vespucci, the custodian of the oldest naval and maritime traditions for over 90 years, is one of the most well-known symbols of Italy in the World. The Vespucci “World Tour” initiative, strongly supported by Italy’s Minister of Defense Guido Crosetto, combines the traditional training activities of the Officer Cadets with the promotion of Made in Italy excellence. The Vespucci is the emblem of the Italian Navy and of Italy itself: in the wake of maritime traditions, it has enhanced the country’s prestige over the years. The ship departed on July 1, 2023, from the Port of Genoa to circumnavigate the globe over about 2 years, carrying with it the culture, history, innovation, science, research and technology that make Italy a great Country, appreciated worldwide.

The sailing ship will be moored at Pier 9 (near Aloha Tower)

Programme:

  • Thursday, July 25 from 00 AM – Welcome Ceremony and media opportunity
  • Thursday, July 25 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  • Friday, July 26 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, and from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Saturday, July 27 from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM
  • Sunday, July 28 from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

The visits are completely free and do not require reservations.

Media Information:  Press Release