SEATTLE, Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/
-- Seabourn, the world's finest ultra-luxury cruise
line, is marking another key milestone in the construction of its
new expedition ship, Seabourn Venture, with the
completion of ice model testing for the ship's PC-6 rated hull.
The testing, completed at a large indoor testing basin at Aker
Arctic in Finland, provides a
proven and effective means of ensuring Seabourn Venture's
hull design will perform as intended in the ice conditions it may
encounter. A ship rated to PC-6 Polar Class standards is capable of
summer & autumn operation in ice conditions in Antarctica, the Arctic, and other exotic
destinations around the world.
"We know that Seabourn Venture will deliver on the
expedition experiences we're creating after seeing this series of
tests completed," said Robin
West, vice president of Expedition Operations for
Seabourn. "Our team is fully committed to taking luxury
expedition travelers to some of the world's most sought after
locations and Seabourn Venture is certainly going to be up
to the task with its purpose-built design."
Visualizing the way ice might behave in relation to the hull is
a critical part of the design and build process for ships that will
routinely operate in areas of the world where ice is common. During
the ice testing series, a scale model mock-up of the ship's hull is
connected to a test carriage where maneuvering and operational
tests can be conducted while Seabourn and Carnival Corporation team
members look on through a series of viewing windows.
The keel laying for Seabourn Venture will take place in
December. The ship is scheduled to launch in June 2021, with a second yet-to-be-named sister
ship slated to launch in May 2022.
The ships are being designed from conception for the ultimate in
expedition travel blended with ultra-luxury and personalized
service by leading travel experts and seasoned professionals with
great depth of experience in expedition, hospitality, and
ultra-luxury cruising.
Both ships will be designed and built for diverse environments
and will include an array of modern hardware and technology that
will extend the ships' global deployment and capabilities. They
will include many features that have made Seabourn ships so
successful. A new and exciting offering will be two custom-built
submarines carried onboard, providing guests with an unforgettable
view of the world beneath the ocean's surface on optional
excursions. Seabourn Venture will carry 24
Zodiacs onboard, giving her the flexibility to take all guests
on a Zodiac tour at once, should conditions present a small window
of opportunity. Each ship will feature 132 luxurious oceanfront
veranda suites, providing the best in accommodation no matter
where the ships travel.
For this latest project with Seabourn, renowned hospitality
designer Adam D. Tihany has developed the design vision for public
areas and all categories of luxurious guest suites, as well as a
bespoke furniture collection. Renderings of a selection of these
spaces can be found in the link here.
Both expedition vessels will feature an onboard crew that will
include outstanding and well-traveled expedition teams comprised of
highly regarded wilderness experts, scientists, historians and
naturalists. During each sailing, team members regularly interact
with guests, providing keen insight to deliver a rich holistic
travel experience. These fascinating, accomplished experts are also
part of the Seabourn Conversations program, 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 at
leisure.
More details and full-color renderings of the ship and its
interior spaces will be released in the months ahead.
Seabourn continues to represent the pinnacle of ultra-luxury
travel with intimate ships offering key elements that set the line
apart: spacious, thoughtfully appointed suites, many with verandas
and all 100% ocean front; superb dining in a choice of venues;
complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available on board at
all times; award-winning service and a relaxed, sociable atmosphere
that makes guests feel right at home on board. The ships travel the
globe to many of the world's most desirable destinations, including
marquee cities, more than 170 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and
lesser-known ports and hideaways. The line is also the Official
Cruise Partner of UNESCO World Heritage, aiding its mission of
safeguarding and promoting the world's unique cultural and natural
heritage recognized for its outstanding universal value.
For more details about the award-winning Seabourn fleet, 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.
About Seabourn:
Seabourn currently operates a fleet of five modern ultra-luxury
ships and is a proud member of World's Leading Cruise Lines. The
exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland
America Line, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises, AIDA,
P&O Cruises UK, and P&O Cruises Australia. Seabourn is a
brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL and NYSE:
CUK). Seabourn is the official cruise partner of UNESCO World
Heritage under a multi-year agreement to help promote sustainable
tourism at World Heritage sites around the world.
Find Seabourn on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram,
YouTube and Pinterest.
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 expedition cruising vacations are known
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, mountain and
ebikes, scuba diving and snorkeling
- Optional expedition experiences with kayaks and custom-built,
6-guest submarines 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
Click-to-Tweet: .@SeabournCruise has completed
ice model hull testing for #SeabournVenture, their new
ultra-luxury, purpose-built expedition ship. Learn more about the
vessel: http://bit.ly/2Wa1id8
View original content to download
multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/seabourn-completes-ice-model-hull-test-for-new-ultra-luxury-purpose-built-expedition-ship-seabourn-venture-300962944.html
SOURCE Seabourn