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VESSELS UNDER CAPITAL LEASES, NET (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Dec. 31, 2010
Components of vessels under capital leases, net:      
Net book value $ 0 $ 501,904  
Number of leased shipping vessels 0 3  
Depreciation and amortization expense 85,524 70,286  
Vessels under capital leases
     
Components of vessels under capital leases, net:      
Cost 0 600,395  
Accumulated depreciation and amortization 0 98,491  
Depreciation and amortization expense 15,800 16,600 16,100
Drydocking costs
     
Components of vessels under capital leases, net:      
Cost 0 9,900  
Accumulated depreciation and amortization $ 0 $ 4,900