Seabourn
Cruise Line The
Yachts of Seabourn are regarded as the world's most
celebrated cruise line. In the decade since its founding,
the line's three all-suite ships have consistently ranked
among the very best vacation experiences in surveys,
polls and the annual honors lists of international guidebooks
and travel critics. Founded
in 1987, the Seabourn philosophy was to create nothing
less than a totally new concept of cruising - with absolute
dedication to the highest level of personal service,
equal to that found in celebrated hotels, resorts and
restaurants on shore. Seabourn's
fleet includes all-suite sister ships Seabourn Pride,
Spirit and Legend, which accommodate 208 guests. Spaciousness
and Elegance is the norm, with an ambiance that allows
pampered guests to establish their own pace befitting
their own lifestyles. An unprecedented 1 to 1 ratio
of European-trained staff to guests assures the most
attentive, professional service. Some say a sense of
proportion is the true measure of elegance.
The intimate size
of these luxury yachts assures their exclusivity. Aboard
these all-suite ships, your fellow guests number no
more than 208 well-versed voyagers. The ambiance is
inviting; mellow lounges, open-seating restaurants,
a spa and a unique marina for swimming are just some
of the amenities that enrich your days. It's hard to
imagine a more pampered existence. Yet you deserve no
less. The
new balconies in some Seabourn suites afford the ultimate
panorama. Doors open to fresh ocean breezes - a perfect
way to toast the sunset. Suites of pure luxury, measuring
277 square feet or more, are the rule aboard Seabourn
Pride, Spirit, and Legend. The intimate size of these
luxury mega-yachts assures their exclusivity.
The Scandinavian ambiance is inviting;
mellow lounges, open-seating restaurants, a spa and
a unique marina for swimming are just some of the amenities
that enrich your days.
Culinary
pleasures aboard Seabourn Pride, Spirit, and Legend
can be high drama, as celebrity chef Charlie Palmer
unveils his latest creations. The softly lit ambiance
is enchanting. For casual dining, try the Veranda Cafe's
bistro and theme dinners, enjoy an al fresco grill luncheon
on deck, or a sumptuous special dinner under the stars.
An impressive selection of complimentary wines is always
offered with lunch and dinner. The
maneuverability of the ships and the limited number
of guests allow's The Yachts of Seabourn to explore
the most exotic and unspoiled ports around the world.
And a unique, fold-out Marina
provides private access to swimming and watersports.
Seabourn's itineraries, circle the globe, providing
exceptional travel experiences in Asia, the Americas,
Europe and Scandinavia, the Mediterranean, Africa, India
and the Red Sea. These are complemented by a exclusively
Seabourn Shore Experience which highlights every cruise.
The Yachts of Seabourn has announced that Seabourn
Quest will be the name given to its newest vessel. Poised
to become the third of three new ultra-luxury yachts
launched by the award-winning, small-ship cruise line
in as many years, Seabourn Quest will debut in June
2011. Seabourn Quest will be the third iteration of
the sleek and widely admired design that first appeared
on Seabourn Odyssey in June 2009. Indeed, Odyssey has
been hailed as a “game-changer for the luxury segment.”
The second sister ship, Seabourn Sojourn, will debut
next June in Greenwich, England, and is already selling
strongly for its maiden year.
Together, the
three new vessels represent a capacity increase of over
200 percent for the line in a three-year period – underlining
the company’s confidence in a burgeoning demand for
top-shelf cruising options in the leisure travel market.
At 32,000 GRT and carrying just 450 guests each, the
three new Seabourn yachts are the smallest cruising
vessels being built by any major cruise company, in
keeping with the line’s strategy of offering travelers
highly personalized service in a relaxed, sociable and
luxurious atmosphere. “The selection of the name Seabourn
Quest completes the triad of names we chose for these
three new vessels,” noted Pamela C. Conover, Seabourn’s
President and CEO. “Taken together, we believe that
Odyssey, Sojourn, and Quest represent the passion for
adventure and discovery that spurs our guests’ desire
to travel in Seabourn style.”
The three new Seabourn
yachts join another trio of small, 208-guest ultra-luxury
vessels already in the fleet: Seabourn Pride, Spirit
and Legend. All offer Seabourn’s award-winning combination
of all-suite accommodations, personalized service, superb
cuisine and exceptional itineraries in the world’s most
desirable destinations. Innovative onboard features
on the new yachts include a delightfully unorthodox
gathering spot called Seabourn Square, which replaces
the traditional reception lobby with a comfortable,
relaxed, club-like room that combines a library, internet
café and a discreet guest services center with a social
lounge and konditerei-style coffee bar. The 11,400 square-foot,
indoor/outdoor spa facility is the largest on any luxury
vessel, even those that carry more than twice as many
guests. Four dining venues, six bars and lounges and
a wide range of open decks and terraces provide venues
to suit every mood, from sociable to secluded.
With
its expanded fleet, The Yachts of Seabourn is able to
offer travelers an array of new itineraries throughout
the year, including year-round sailings in Asia aboard
Seabourn Pride, exploring Vietnam, Thailand, China,
Korea and Japan. For a limited time, many of these voyages
are being offered with free round-trip business class
airfare included in the fares. The new vessels will
continue to offer popular itineraries such as Europe,
the Mediterranean and the Americas, and will also add
annual World Cruises to the line’s offerings.
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