SEATTLE, May 12, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and
expedition travel, is looking forward to setting sail on its second
expedition season in the Arctic. In the early morning hours of
May 12, 2023, Seabourn
Venture, the line's first purpose-built expedition ship, made
its maiden arrival in Greenwich,
London in England where it will sail on two voyages to
the British Isles and Ireland
before embarking on a series of voyages to Greenland and Iceland.
"Seabourn Venture is a beautiful ship that was purpose built to
provide the ultimate expedition experiences and take our
extraordinary guests to some of the most fascinating and remote
destinations in the world," said Natalya
Leahy, president of Seabourn. "The ship delighted our guests
in her first year of service from the Arctic to the Antarctic, and
we look forward to continuing to deliver unique 'Seabourn Moments'
and an unparalleled luxury expedition that can only be experienced
with Seabourn."
Second Season of Arctic Expeditions
On May 12, 2023, Seabourn Venture will set sail from
Greenwich to Leith (Edinburgh), Scotland on a 12-day "Lands of the Celts"
voyage, followed by an 11-day voyage to the Orkney and Shetland Islands on May 24, 2023, from Leith to Reykjavik,
Iceland. From there, the ship will begin its second season
in the Arctic with a series of 14- and 15-day voyages to
Greenland and Iceland. Between June and August 2023, the ship will visit a number of
remote destinations such as Scoresby Sound, Greenland, home to the largest and longest
fjord system in the world; Pond Inlet,
Nunavut, an Inuit community near the eastern entry to the
Northwest Passage, and more.
On August 27, 2023, Seabourn
Venture will embark on the line's first-ever voyage through the
Northwest Passage with a 23-day adventure from Kangerlussuaq,
Greenland to Nome, Alaska, that includes a pre- and
post-cruise hotel stays in Reykjavik,
Iceland, and Anchorage,
Alaska. The ship will offer the extraordinary opportunity to
travel one of the most infamous and storied passages in the world
from the Atlantic to the Pacific, and filled with an abundance of
history, wildlife, and unique landscapes.
Following the Northwest Passage voyage, the ship will head down
the West Coast of the Americas before reaching Antarctica, where it will explore the "White
Continent" between November 2023 and
February 2024. In late February 2024, Seabourn Venture will make a
once-in-a-lifetime crossing of the Atlantic encompassing the
Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Tristan
da Cunha, and Ascension Island. In March and April, the ship
will take two sailings up the West Coast of Africa and Europe to be in position for the 2024 Arctic
season.
Designed for Exploration and Outfitted for Adventure in
Luxurious Comfort
Launched in July 2022, Seabourn
Venture was designed for guests to enjoy life-expanding moments in
exquisite, ultra-luxury comfort. The ship was purpose-built for
diverse environments to PC6 Polar Class standards and equipped with
the most modern hardware and technology to extend its global
employment and capabilities. The ship is a brand-new innovative
design, created specifically for the ultra-luxury expedition
traveler, and includes many features that have made Seabourn ships
so successful.
Along with an attentive crew providing every level of Seabourn's
renowned service, the ship is staffed with a world-class 24-person
Expedition Team whose role is to give guests the most from
expeditions on land and at sea. Comprised of highly regarded
wilderness experts, scientists, historians and naturalists, the
team will regularly interact with guests, providing in-depth
insights into the history, ecology and culture of the places they
visit. Their valuable insights are offered both in formal
presentations on a variety of topics and in more casual
conversations over meals, on deck during scenic cruising or leisure
experiences.
Seabourn Venture stretches 558 feet, with close to 30,000
square-feet of deck space apiece. Indoor and outdoor guest areas
offer nearly 270-degree views, while a 4K GSS Cineflex Camera mounted on the mast of the
ship's Constellation Lounge broadcasts imagery of natural wonders
from up to 5 miles away. The ship is equipped with 8 double kayaks
and enough Zodiacs to transport every guest on expeditions at once,
as well as two custom-built submarines, each with capacity for six
and capability of exploring the natural wonders under the sea in
luxurious comfort.
Select expedition voyages on Seabourn Venture qualify for
Seabourn's latest promotions, including the "Bon Voyage
Event", which offers an air credit up to $2,000 USD per guest, complimentary two-category
Veranda Suite upgrade and reduced 10 percent deposit; or the
"Finale Sail", which unlocks savings up to 30 percent when they
book a fully non-refundable cruise fare for select suite
categories. While not combinable, both promotions are available
through July 10, 2023.
For reservations or more details, please contact a professional
travel advisor; call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit
www.seabourn.com.
About Seabourn:
Seabourn represents the pinnacle of
ultra-luxury ocean and expedition travel and operates a suite of
six modern ships with one under construction. The all-inclusive,
boutique ships offer all-suite accommodations with oceanfront
views; award-winning dining; complimentary premium spirits and fine
wines available at all times; renowned service provided by an
industry-leading crew; a relaxed, sociable atmosphere that makes
guests feel at home; a pedigree in expedition travel through the
Ventures by Seabourn program and two new ultra-luxury purpose-built
expedition ships, including Seabourn Venture that launched in 2022
and Seabourn Pursuit scheduled to enter service in 2023. Seabourn
takes travelers to every continent on the globe, visiting more than
400 ports including marquee cities and lesser-known ports and
hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience extraordinary offerings
and programs, including partnerships with leading entertainers,
dining, personal health and wellbeing, and engaging speakers.
For more details about Seabourn, or to explore the worldwide
selection of Seabourn cruising options, contact a professional
travel advisor, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit
www.seabourn.com.
Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE:
CCL and NYSE: CUK).
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Notes to Editors:
Seabourn is consistently ranked among the world's top
travel choices by professional critics and the discerning readers
of prestigious travel publications such as Departures, Travel +
Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler. Its stylish,
distinctive cruising vacations are renowned for:
- Purpose-built expedition ships, PC6 ice-strengthened hull, with
advanced maneuvering technology for superior stability, safety and
comfort
- World-class Expedition Team, delivering immersive
experiences
- All veranda, all ocean-front suites luxuriously appointed
- Handcrafted itineraries developed for the expedition traveler
to the most coveted and familiar remote destinations in the
world
- Intimate ships with a private club atmosphere
- Intuitive, personalized service provided by staff passionate
about exceeding guests expectations
- Inclusive expedition experiences with Zodiacs, scuba diving and
snorkeling
- Optional expedition experiences with kayaks and custom-built,
6-guest submersibles giving the option to extend your expedition
further for greater ocean exploration**
- Welcome Champagne and complimentary in-suite bar stocked with
your preferences
- Open bridge policy*, hosted by members of the Expedition Team
providing firsthand access to the ship's command center and
officers navigating your journey
- World-class dining venues are all complimentary, dine where,
when and with whom you wish
- Tipping is neither required, nor expected
- Complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available on board
at all times
- Meticulous and purposeful adventurers' resort at sea designed
for the luxury traveler with unique attributes and spaces to
enhance your experience
- Spa & Wellness with Dr. Andrew
Weil, featuring an exclusive mindful living program**
- Committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability
* At the Captain's discretion
** Optional programs, for additional charge
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