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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUED EXPENSES (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
Dec. 31, 2013
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Dec. 31, 2012
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| ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUED EXPENSES [Abstract] | ||
| Accounts payable | $ 5,643 | $ 4,477 |
| Accrued general and administrative expenses | 8,960 | 8,803 |
| Accrued vessel operating expenses | 12,756 | 10,387 |
| Total | $ 27,359 | $ 23,667 |