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Seabourn Sets Sail to Europe

From boutique ports to favorite destinations, Seabourn sets sail to Europe when it returns to the continent in 2020. With cruises from seven to 28 days, the luxury liner will set off for more than 200 destinations. A few of the ships’ new destinations include Vesteralen, Norway; Saint-Cyr-Sur-Mer, France; and Viareggio, Italy. Whether you enjoy basking in the sun-drenched islands of Greece or exploring the majestic Fjords of Norway, there’s a trip for everyone. We are highlighting a few of our favorites.

14 Day Greek Isles Odyssey

What could be more endearing than summer off the coast of Greece? Bask in the beauty of the valleys and plateaus on Crete, where thousands of wildflowers and herbs bloom. Discover the whitewashed cosmopolitan city of Mykonos and the rich history of Sicily. After crossing the Ionian Sea, explore the other side of Greece from Santorini to Paros. Great for: A Group Getaway

7 Day Romance of the Rivieras

Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, honeymoon, or just want a romantic getaway, this seven day cruise will have you falling in love all over again. Live the Riviera lifestyle as you sail between Barcelona, Spain and Civitavecchia near Rome. In between, stroll through the romantic streets of Cinque Terre, explore the dazzling nightlife in Monte Carlo and lounge on the beach of St. Tropez. Great for: The Romantic

15 Day British Isles & Iceland

After departing from Dover, England, set sail throughout the British Isles before embarking to Iceland. You’ll discover the amazing wildlife of Skomer Island, known for its adorable puffins; explore the uninhabited island of Copinsay in Scotland brimming with kittiwakes and razorbills; and conclude in Reykjavik, Iceland, home to one of the most prestigious cultural institutions. Great for: Nature Lovers

24 Day Route of The Vikings

Spend three weeks tracing the Vikings from Southampton, England to Montreal, Quebec. Before heading to Iceland, you’ll stop in Cork, Dublin and the Isle of Mull. Other notable destinations include the Denmark Strait and Price Christian Sound to Greenland and Saguenay. Brimming with culture, these islands have been continually inhabited since after the Ice Age. See where the Vikings attacked the great monastery in Cork in 820, and discover the Norse colonization of North America all on one exciting vacation. Great For: The Historian

Each Seabourn cruise has a handpicked group of naturalists, archeologists and photographer enhancing offshore excursions. These expedition teams share their keen insight with guests for a truly immersive experience in the culture and history of the ports. In addition to gaining valuable insight of the excursions, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in exclusive programs like “Shopping with the Chef” in select ports and Seabourn Conversations with special guest speakers and destination experts.

Seabourn’s Newest Ultra Luxe Expedition Ship

Imagine sharing tales of Adelie penguins, ice-blue glaciers and the world beneath the ocean’s surface. Expedition travel, journeying to the most coveted and remote destinations in the world, is by far one of the most prestigious trips one can take. Now imagine traveling in first-class accommodations akin to a five-star floating hotel with ocean views and anticipatory service. If this bucket-worthy trip is on the horizon, take heed. The ultra-luxury cruise line, Seabourn is creating two new purpose-built expedition ships, taking adventure to new heights.

Seabourn’s new ships are built explicitly with expedition travel in mind, meaning they are constructed to Polar Class standards, making them capable of summer and autumn travel to Antarctica, the Arctic, and other exotic destinations. Couple the building standards with Seabourn’s ability to operate with a high level of autonomy, and you will be traveling farther than most ships sailing today.

Some of the ships newest features specifically take full advantage of the itineraries. Two onboard submarines let guests plunge deep beneath the ocean for an up-close look at the world that lies beneath. Kayaks offer the rare opportunity to paddle along lush greenery and explore the spectacular wildlife. Beyond simply basking in the beauty of the land, Seabourn’s well-traveled 26-person expedition team will be available to not only provide insight into your adventures but also share in-depth knowledge into the history, ecology, and culture of the destinations either through formal presentations or over casual dinner conversations.

For those accustomed to Seabourn’s well-appointed suites, exceptional dining, and award-winning service, you can expect the same level of quality to roll over into their expedition ships. Each ship will feature 132 beautiful, oceanfront veranda suites.

Pampering and exceptional service begin the moment you step on board. Greeted with champagne, you will be escorted to your suite to find an in-suite bar stocked with your personal selection of drinks. While shore excursions are undoubtably the highlight of expedition cruises, on board adventures will leave you relaxed, restored and ready to conquer the world which awaits. Epicureans will delight in exquisitely prepared dishes such as carved lamb loin & crisp spring rolls with vegetable gratin and rosemary jus. Rejuvenate your mind and body after a long day with a soothing bamboo massage at the exclusive Spa & Wellness by Dr. Andrew Weil before settling into your quarters, only to begin the adventures again the next day.

As we anxiously await the debut of the ships in June 2021 and May 2022, Seabourn will be releasing specific details regarding itineraries and booking in Spring 2019.

Luxury Residence at Sea

Imagine traveling the world without ever leaving your home. That’s the reality for residents of Blue World Voyages; the first active lifestyle cruise line. If you want in on the action, Blue World Voyages is accepting registration for Owners Club residences onboard its first-ever private residential community-at sea ship.

“We are pushing boundaries in the luxury travel market with these Owners Residences to provide an entirely new experience for global travelers,” said Fredy Dellis, co-founder, Blue World Voyages and former president and CEO of The World at ResidenSea. “As interest in niche cruises surges, along with the continued rise of the healthy lifestyle market, we expect this unique combination to appeal to sophisticated travelers who would want to own a home at sea.”

Luxury one and two-bedroom apartments on the ship’s two upper deck will be available exclusively for Owners Club. The units, designed and styled by renowned marine design architects Tomas Tillberg International and Juan Poggi Designs, feature two designs styles for the fully-furnished homes: Classic or Contemporary.
Unlike cramped cruise cabins, the two-bedroom apartments feature 1,200 square feet of living space; featuring a split-level design with a spacious living area that opens to a large balcony. The second level will include master and guest bedrooms, both with walk-in closets and luxurious bathrooms. And, if you’ve ever dreamt of sleeping under the stars, the master bedroom features a private balcony, accommodating an outdoor bed just for that purpose. The one-bedroom apartments boast 850 square feet on a single level also with a private balcony. So just what does living at sea cost? Two-bedroom units run $3,350,000 while one-bedroom apartments cost $2,350,000.

Exuding luxury, all residences will feature exclusive amenities including private butler service, concierge service, and access to the Owners Club private lounge and bar, in addition to full access to state-of-the-art wellness facilities, healthy gourmet dining, and onboard sports experts. With a focus on a healthy, active lifestyle the ship features two full decks entirely dedicated to sports, wellness and spa amenities, including a functional training and strength conditioning center, Hank
Haney Golf School, soccer simulators, batting cages, plus the largest per guest spa afloat with a relaxing therapy tub.

The ship includes three pools, and when docked, a seawater lap pool lowered directly into the ocean adjacent to the vessel for swimming in the deep blue depths. You just can’t find that in your gated community on land.

Locally-sourced farm-to-table cuisine and active shore excursions including snorkeling, scuba diving, golf, and more rounds out the guest experience. The ship’s itineraries will be unconventional, focusing on less-frequented ports of call in the Mediterranean before sailing west to explore the coasts of Ireland, England, and Scotland. During the winter, she will cruise the South American coast. Driven by shoreside activities related to physical activities; destinations focus on discovery, cultural, food, and wine. “As an owner or guests may want to stay on the ship for several weeks at a time, itineraries will be varied and fluid while allowing extended overnight stays in ports pending local interests and events, like the Rome Marathon or The Open Championship in Scotland” added Dellis.

Why limit your travels to a few short weeks when your entire life can be a vacation?

Be the First to Experience Silversea’s Groundbreaking Expedition World Cruise 2022

If you’re the type of person that likes to get in on “firsts,” then you’re going to jump at the chance circumnavigate the far corners of the globe, on one spectacular vacation. Silversea’s Cruises just launched its First Ever Expedition World Cruise 2021. You’ll be able to book this once in a lifetime experience, sailing to 107 dazzling destinations.

This experience of a lifetime affords guests such intimate and privileged access to exclusive events like a private dinner at Robert Louis Stevenson’s former home in Apia, Samoa Islands, a night at the illustrious China Club where you will enjoy a spectacular dinner on the 52^nd floor of Singapore’s Capital tower and a bespoke banquet on the walkway of London’s most famous landmark, the Tower Bridge. More than simply pulling into port and embarking on an excursion, Silversea’s has dreamt up the most illustrious experiences meant to enhance the voyage, and elevate the senses.

Curated to bring the beauty of the world to you, the Uncharted World Tour departs from Ushuaia, Argentina on January 30, 2021. The prestigious ice-class ship, Silver Cloud, will spend over 167 days at sea, covering 30 countries across six continents. If you’re familiar with the Silversea’s fleet, you’re aware of the unprecedented service and accommodations that lie ahead. Your home away from home boasts a serious interlude of exceptional epicurean fare, around the clock butler service for suite guests, and customized suite amenities from toiletries down to personalized stationery. Let your personal butler take pampering to the next level by chilling your preferred beverage, polishing your shoes, organizing and in-suite cocktail party and drawing a scented whirlpool bath. And that’s just on the ship. What lies ahead is a cultural mélange beyond the imagination.

Explore the frozen continent of Antarctica, spend two days on Easter Island in French Polynesia and meet the descendants of the Bounty Mutineers in Pitcairn. Zodiacs allow for on water exploration of Australia’s Kimberley region. Come face to face with orangutans in their natural surroundings in Malaysia’s Borneo and experience a behind the scenes exploration of Luxor, Egypt before turning back the clock with the historical highlights of Greece, Albania, Tunisia, and Spain. But that is just the beginning. You will visit the ancient monastery of Mont St. Michel and all that the United Kingdom has to offer, concluding your trip by traveling deeper into Northern Europe’s impressive landscapes of Iceland, Svalbard and Norway’s North Cape.

What does a trip of a lifetime cost? While Silver Cloud’s two-bedroom Owners Suite comes in at roughly $404,000 per person, the ships vista suites begin at $99,000 per person. The price includes business class air and charter flights from Santiago to Ushuaia as well as your expedition gear (commemorative World Cruise Polar exploration parka, a waterproof backpack, and various other items of clothing and accessories). delivered directly to their suites. But, can you really put a price on a journey around the world?

“The Expedition World Cruise 2021 has been specially crafted to unlock the world’s most amazing deep travel experiences for our guests,” says Conrad Combrink, Silversea’s Senior Vice President Expeditions and Destination Experiences. And that it does.

The Longest Ever Continuous Cruise: Viking Attempts World Record

Imagine checking off multiple bucket list destinations with one trip. That’s what a privileged group of globetrotters recently set out to do on Viking’s Ultimate World Cruise. Guests aboard the award-winning, Viking Sun® set sail on August 31 from London on the longest -ever continuous cruise, fully circumnavigating the globe. Viking will attempt to set the Guinness World Record for the “longest continuous passenger cruise,” upon returning to London in May 2020.

Most other world cruises sail between 90-120 day, but Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking states, “Our Ultimate World Cruise is the most extensive itinerary available in the industry, nearly double the length of our previous world cruise itineraries. I am pleased to offer such a unique experience for our guests.”

Let’s live vicariously for a moment. Here’s a look at what those who happen to have eight months and an extra $92,990 to spare will experience throughout their fantastic voyage.

For one, luxury accommodations on an award-winning cruise line. Guests will also enjoy included excursions in each port, free unlimited Wi-Fi, Business Class airfare, and an extensive list of added-value inclusions. A few of our favorite amenities include complimentary beer and wine with lunch and dinner service; alternative restaurant dining; access to the Thermal Suite in the LivNordic Spa; and 24-hour room service.

Part of Viking’s appeal is the immersive experience delivered through excursions and onboard experts. The Viking Way of exploration offers additional, optional excursions that provide insight into Local Life, Working World and Privileged Access® visits to cultural institutions. Overnight stays in 23 cities allow guests to delve deeper into destinations; and Viking’s Culture Curriculum® offers added enrichment on board with regional entertainment and lectures, as well as learning opportunities as part of the Viking Resident Historian® program.

The passengers onboard Viking’s Ultimate World Cruise will explore Scandinavia, the Caribbean and destinations throughout South America before calling on the remote tropical islands of the South Pacific. Viking Sun will then continue its journey along the coast of Australia and through Asia before returning to the Mediterranean and Europe. The journey is filled with intimate experiences such as Behind-the-scenes tours at Highclere Castle, the “real Downton Abbey;” visiting St. Petersburg’s Hermitage Museum “behind closed doors;” a private cooking class in a Tuscan castle; an intimate organ concert in the Berlin Cathedral; and an exclusive dinner in the Churchill War Rooms in London.

An official from the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD Adjudicator will confirm the successful attempt with a certificate presentation. World record or not, this is a once in a lifetime event for a group of lucky jet setters!

Silversea’s Newest Ship to Sail the Galapagos

The Galapagos Islands, may be the ultimate bucket list destination for many travelers. However, to lessen environmental stress to the islands, the government highly regulates tourism and boats. Enter Silver Origin, Silversea’s first ever destination-specific ship that will unleash meaningful travel experiences for guests in the Galapagos Islands starting in summer 2020. “Silver Origin will elevate our industry-leading offering in the Galapagos Islands, unlocking meaningful experiences for guests, as they travel in ultimate luxury,” says Roberto Martinoli, Silversea’s CEO.

Silver Origin will be one of the most environmentally-friendly cruise ships ever built, thanks to state-of-the-art technology and solutions designed specifically for sailing the Galapagos Islands.

Silver Origin will see the highest crew-to-guest ratio (1:1.16) and the highest ratio of qualified guides per guest (1:10) in the Galapagos Islands. This will extend to the in-suite experience, as Silver Origin will be the only ship in the Galapagos Islands to offer butler service to all suites.

The same level of understated elegance evident throughout the Silversea fleet carries over to this intimate ship. But it’s the unique regional materials and bright, colorful motifs, borrowed from the Galapagos’ natural environment, that sets Silver Origin apart from its sister ships. Here’s an inside look into Silversea’s newest build.

Basecamp

The perfect space for socializing and the site of educational activities on board, Basecamp just may be one of Silver Origin’s most innovative areas. Basecamp features a large, interactive digital wall — through which guests will be able to access destination-related content, including pictures, videos, excursion previews, and scientific presentations.

Explore Lounge

An elegant hideaway for guests showcasing incredible views of the destination, Explore Lounge is the ideal place for guests to relax with a book from the library’s destination-focused collection.

Suites

Silver Origin will feature eight different suite categories — the largest of which, the Owner’s Suite, will feature panoramic views. Guests in every suite will enjoy the use of a private balcony, while specific suite categories even feature an innovative Horizon Balcony, which easily converts to enclose the terrace with a floor-to-ceiling window. Plus, a first for Silversea, selected suite categories will incorporate an ocean-view bathtub, as well as an ocean-view shower that is accessible from the balcony.

Dining

Expert local chefs will take guests on a journey of culinary discovery with fresh local ingredients and regional wines in Silver Origin’s two dining venues. Plus, there will be a focus on authentic Ecuadorian flavors.

With so many firsts, Silver Origin is leading the way on the exploration of the Galapagos. There’s no better time to set off for an idyllic adventure than with the launch of this innovative new ship.