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Since our inception in 1994, Silversea Cruises has dedicated ourselves to defining the elite luxury experience – going above and beyond to achieve the distinction of being the world’s best. Thoroughly modern ships with every technical innovation. Spacious ocean-view suites, with sumptuous furnishings and appointments – most with a private veranda. Inspired cuisine and the finest wines and spirits poured with our compliments. But it is more than these things that set up apart. It’s an understanding of what it takes to make Silversea guests feel at home and welcome.

Silversea Cruises service is simply the world’s best. It is a philosophy, an attitude – complemented by distinctive European style and inherent in all that we do. Achieving perfection is driven by our desire to please. To see you smile. It begins the moment you step aboard with a warm welcome and a flute of champagne, and follows throughout your voyage with an unspoken anticipation of your needs. Our commitment is to always go above and beyond. Silversea's passion is exceeding your expectations. Our reward is achieving excellence in your eyes. Aboard intimate ships with the best the world has to offer in a place where you can feel free to live life to its fullest.

Sumptuous ocean-view suites and the luxurious freedom of an all-inclusive lifestyle. Distinctive European styling reflected in every detail, from uncompromising service to exquisite gourmet dining. The convivial ambience of intimate spaces and well-travelled international guests. Exotic destinations, exclusive explorations, and uniquely enriching cultural connections.

There is something magical about discovering the world from your very own private veranda. Feeling the ocean breeze caress your skin. Listening to the surf gently roll by. An unprecedented 82% of suite accomodations feature a wall of glass that opens onto a private teak veranda. Silversea Cruise's spacious, light-filled Veranda and Vista Suites comfortably accommodate guests in an elegant atmosphere of muted tones and rich, honey-spiced maple cabinetry. There's a separate sitting area that includes two chairs and table for in-suite dining, plus a sofa.

Silversea's ships are like intimate and exclusive resorts. Veranda Suites aboard Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper measure 345 square feet and the largest accommodations range up to 1,435 square feet. Silversea suites are considerably larger than those of earlier ships in the ultra-luxury market and are between two and three times the size of standard cruise ship cabins. When you retreat to your suite, you'll revel in the space, privacy and fine appointments. Over 80% of Silversea's suite accommodations feature floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto a private teak veranda, while other suites graciously frame the sea with a five-foot panoramic picture window.

A refrigerator (stocked with complimentary beverages, wines and spirits, restocked daily upon request), a writing desk and television with a DVD player (plus VCR aboard Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper) complete the living area. Just as a home is a reflection of its owners, so too, each Silversea suite is a reflection of its guests. Beautifully appointed, every suite features a marbled bathroom with double vanity, full-sized bathtub and separate shower. A luxurious queen-size bed features fluffy goose down duvets, sheets made of 100% fine Egyptian cotton (thread count 320) and a choice of pillows. Silversea's standard pillow is a soft goose down and feather blend. However, guests may opt for a firmer goose down and feather pillow, or a synthetic one that's hypoallergenic, or even a contour pillow of therapeutic foam.

Additional Silversea suite amenities include fragrant Acqua di Parma bath products (shampoo, conditioner, shower and bath gel, body lotion and soap), a large walk-in closet and full-length mirror, plush terry cotton robes and slippers, in-suite personal safe, dressing table and hair dryer, a welcoming chilled bottle of award-winning Pommery Brut Royal Champagne, 24-hour room service (with dinners served course by course) -- and all gratuities included. Complimentary butler service is also provided in the Royal, Grand, Rossellini and Owner's Suites.

The atmosphere is relaxing and inviting, much like that of a fine private home. The name "Silversea" was chosen because it connotes quality and luxury as well as capturing the romance and special sensations of the sea. Silversea’s all-inclusive ultra-luxury vacations appeal to discriminating travelers accustomed to plush accommodations and attentive, individual service. Authentic luxury is often simply a scent, a texture, an image or a taste that stirs the emotions and deepens one’s enjoyment of life.

The Silversea line’s luxurious vessels carry only 296 pampered guests in true splendor with one of the highest passenger space ratios of any ship at sea. Silversea is distinguished by its award-winning all-suite ships, impeccable service and all-inclusive fares featuring: 148 outside suites (75 percent with private verandas); round-trip airfare; pre-cruise deluxe hotel stay; all beverages, including select wines and spirits; all gratuities; all port charges; all transfers and porterage; and a special shoreside event.

Five luxurious all-suite ships. Silversea's ships were designed to incorporate the very best elements of the world's favorite cruise ships: an open, single seating dining room; an elaborate show lounge for nightly entertainment-an element missing on other small ultra-luxury ships; an Italian crew and European staff; exquisite decor; superb service and cuisine; and luxurious all suite accommodations, 75 percent featuring private verandas. Designed to be your home upon the oceans of the world, Silversea’s ships welcome you to relax in elegant luxury. While spacious in feel and appearance, each of our ships is small in comparison to mass-market vessels, making them agile and easily docked in less-travelled, more enticing destinations. For many of our guests, Silversea’s ships are special places that one returns to again and again — celebrating golden moments in the warm embrace of friends. The European-trained waiters are attentive and personable.

Silversea’s ultimate six-star service is simply the world’s best. It is a philosophy, an attitude - complemented by distinctive Italian style and inherent in all that we do. Achieving perfection is driven by our desire to please - to see you smile. It begins the moment you step aboard, with a warm welcome and a flute of champagne, and follows throughout your voyage with an unspoken anticipation of your needs, where nothing, no matter how superfluous, is overlooked.

The finest wines from our extensive list are carefully chosen and poured into sparkling European crystal glasses. Your Silversea in-suite pour is the superb Maison Pommery Brut Royal. Luxurious and modern, Brut Royal epitomises the essence of the Pommery style. A blend that emphasises the best qualities of the chardonnay grape. The nose is lively and cheerful, fresh, light-hearted, fine, delicate and generous. The palate is elegant with small assertive notes of red fruits. Polished Christofle silverware is laid on crisp linens. The stage is now set for the main event: inspired dishes created by Silversea's Master Chefs. These dishes are complemented by those of La Collection du Monde, created by the world-class chefs of culinary partner Relais & Châteaux. Marked by innovation and creativity, you're sure to enjoy Silversea's epicurean delights and a dining experience that rivals the best restaurants the world over.

Your Silversea cruise ship offers many activities for you to participate in. Join a culinary demonstration and learn some professional secrets from our own chefs, as well as renowned visiting Relais & Châteaux chefs. Join fellow guests in the card room for a game of contract bridge. Check out a good book or a stack of videos from The Library and retreat to your suite. Attend an enlightening presentation by a guest lecturer and learn more about the region you're visiting. Because we know you crave new experiences, we offer many opportunities to explore new areas. Learn a new language, brush up on your dance steps, take part in a stimulating book discussion or delve into the subtleties of wine appreciation.

Aboard Silver Cloud, Silver Wind, Silver Spirit, Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper, the most beautiful yacht-like ships ever launched, you will discover a journey beyond your expectations. These elite vessels were specifically designed for fewer guests, more space and the highest levels of personalized service, delivered by Italian officers and European staff. A world of easygoing elegance without an ounce of pretension. We feature far-reaching and imaginative itineraries to the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and the Baltic, Africa and the exotic spice islands, India and the Red Sea, the South Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand, the Far East, South America, the Mexican Riviera, and the dramatic coastline of Canada and New England.

Silver Whisper, the newest ship in our fleet, was launched in 2001. The Silver Whisper offers its guest the ultimate in intimate Italian Cruising – six-star service, fewer guests, more space and the ability to slip into exotic ports off the beaten path. It is as elegant as a grand hotel, as gracious as a long-time friends’ home. Each all ocean-view suite provides a sumptuous retreat. Each public space is intimate yet inviting. It’s a warm feeling of home upon the seas of the earth.

Silversea Cruises keeps strengthening its reputation for winning top awards and recognition from leading travel publications. According to Condé Nast Traveler, the line's 382-guest, all-suite Silver Whisper offers the very best accommodations at sea -- of any ship, large, medium or small -- and the line's entire fleet of four ultra-luxury ships is listed among the world's top ten small ships. These achievements are revealed in the magazine's sixth annual readers' survey of "The Best Cruise Ships in the World," appearing in the February 2006 issue.

In addition, Seatrade Cruise Review, a leading maritime trade publication, recently showcased the spacious bathrooms of Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper (which feature a free-standing glass shower stall as well as a full-size bathtub) in its December 2005 cover story "10 of the Best Bathrooms at Sea."

SILVERSEA CRUISES EXPANDS WI-FI COVERAGE FROM STEM TO STERN THROUGHOUT ITS ENTIRE FLEET. Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises announced it has expanded wireless Internet access to 100% coverage throughout its four ships, enabling guests with Wi-Fi-enabled laptops and PDAs to surf the Internet and check e-mails from the comfort of their suites as well as public areas. "We're pleased to be able to offer this service upgrade to make it more convenient for our guests to stay connected," said Tim Rand, Silversea's vice president of information technology and chief information officer. "Today's luxury travelers are often working professionals who travel with laptops and PDAs in tow and they appreciate being able to access the Internet from anywhere on the ship. This expanded Wi-Fi coverage is the perfect complement to the cellular phone service we also offer to help our guests stay in touch using their own cell phones even when our ships are sailing miles away from land." Through Silversea's global satellite system, guests have access to over 270 daily newspapers from a host of U.S. and international cities, offered at a nominal fee, and BBC, CNN, Fox News and ESPN (sports news and entertainment) are on the roster of complimentary in-suite TV channels available to keep guests up to speed with developments around the world and at home. Each Silversea ship also features Internet centers with state-of-the-art desktop computers and 17-inch flat screen monitors. Pricing for Internet use on the ship's computers is the same as for using personal laptops and includes a variety of convenient rate plans. Expanded wireless Internet access is the latest in a number of enhancements the line is introducing to ensure its guests continue to enjoy a luxury travel experience of unsurpassed quality. In January, Silver Shadow was outfitted with new Sealy Posturepedic Plush EuroTop mattresses in all its standard suites. Also, the top suites -- Owner's, Grand, Royal and Rossellini -- now feature Stearns & Foster Plush ultra-luxury beds that provide 10% more sleep surface than a conventional mattress. The new bedding is being installed aboard Silver Whisper this month and will debut aboard Silver Cloud and Silver Wind later in the year. New flat screen TVs are also planned for all suites and will be installed aboard Silver Whisper in November, Silver Shadow in January, and the rest of the fleet in the following months. SILVERSEA CRUISES ROLLS OUT 2009 WORLDWIDE CRUISE SCHEDULE. Highlights Include 10 New Destinations and Debut of Grand Pacific Voyage. Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has announced its 2009 worldwide voyage schedule and is now accepting reservations. The company's four award-winning, all-suite ships are set to visit over 320 different ports in 108 countries on a diverse schedule of over 140 itineraries ranging from seven to 92 days. Complete day-by-day ship itineraries can be found in our cruise search section. "This is one of our most innovative deployments ever," said David Morris, Silversea's executive vice president of worldwide sales and marketing. "Our 2009 schedule includes several new ports with an array of specially crafted itineraries focused on exploring popular marquee destinations as well as some of the world's most exotic regions." Of special note is the company's first-ever Grand Pacific Voyage, a 92-day extended odyssey that explores the azure waters and pristine beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Following a diverse route from Los Angeles to Papeete, Sydney and the Far East, with final stops in Alaska and Vancouver, Silver Shadow will visit 45 ports, 15 countries and two hemispheres on this epic journey. Other highlights include return visits to Alaska plus 10 new destinations: Szczecin (pronounced Stettin, as it was once known), Poland; Malmo, Sweden; Skagen, Denmark; Gozo Island, Malta; Symi, Greece; Koper, Slovenia; Olhahali Island, Maldives; Nemuro, Japan; Visakhapatnam and New Mangalore, India. SILVER CLOUD Silver Cloud starts the year exploring South America before heading to the most exclusive destinations of the Caribbean. From late May through September, the intimate 296-guest ship will be positioned in Northern Europe and the Baltic offering 11 cruises of seven to 15 days, including several voyages featuring three-day, two-night stopovers in historic St. Petersburg. Other highlights include Voyage 1920, offering inaugural calls to Szczecin, Poland, once considered the "Paris of the North"; Sweden's beautiful Malmo, home of famous 15th-century Malmohus Castle; and Skagen, Denmark, a picturesque resort town and 19th-century colony for artists and writers. The ship heads back to the Caribbean and South America for the fall. SILVER WIND The 296-guest Silver Wind begins 2009 with cruises to Africa, the Seychelles and the Arabian Peninsula, highlighted by inaugural calls to the sunny beaches of uninhabited Olhahali Island in the Maldives (Voyage 2905) and India's less-traveled Visakhapatnam and New Mangalore, both gateways to important temple sites (Voyage 2906). From mid-April to early November, the ultra-luxury ship will traverse the Mediterranean on over 20 different itineraries ranging from seven to 12 days. Of special interest to Formula One racing enthusiasts is Voyage 2916, which overnights in Monte Carlo during the Grand Prix. Other highlights include return visits to Israel's popular coastal cities of Haifa and Ashdod (Voyage 2935), and Voyage 2919 offers the new destination of Gozo Island, second largest of the Maltese Islands, known for its impressive citadel and the Ggantija prehistoric temples. The ship repositions to Africa's east coast and the Sechelles for the fall. SILVER SHADOW The 382-guest Silver Shadow kicks off the year with a series of mostly 9-day Caribbean voyages before transiting the Panama Canal to Los Angeles to embark on its 92-day Grand Pacific Voyage from March to June. Of special interest to nature-lovers is an inaugural call on May 18 to Nemuro, Japan, home of the magnificent Shunkunitai Wild Bird Sanctuary. On the schedule for the summer is Alaska, with a series of 12 cruises ranging from seven to 12 days, including several round-trip departures from San Francisco and Vancouver. During the balance of the year, Silver Shadow transits the Panama Canal and continues on a course exploring the warm waters and sunny beaches of the Caribbean. SILVER WHISPER For the 382-guest Silver Whisper, the year opens with the sights, sounds and flavors of Australia, New Zealand, the Far East and South Pacific featured on eight itineraries, ranging from nine to 18 days. Highlights include extended overnight stays in Auckland, Sydney, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Tianjin (Beijing), and Shanghai. On a pair of spring repositioning cruises, Silver Whisper will journey from Singapore to Dubai, with an overnight stay in vibrant Mumbai, followed by a Dubai-to-Athens voyage that overnights in Dubai and includes overnight visits to Safaga and Aqaba, gateways to some of the world's most treasured archaeological sites. An extended summer season in the Mediterranean offers the opportunity to explore the region in absolute luxury with 22 mostly seven-day voyages, many of which can be combined for a more expansive journey without duplicating any ports. Highlights include two new destinations for Silversea: the Greek island of Symi, renowned for its picture-postcard beauty (Voyage 4928), and Koper, Slovenia, famous for its medieval architecture and fascinating Postonja Caves (Voyage 4921). Silver Whisper wraps up the year exploring the Arabian Peninsula, India, Australia and New Zealand. SILVER SPIRIT Silver Spirit carries only 540 guests. Scheduled to join the fleet in late 2009, Silver Spirit will offer the distinctive luxuries and celebrated lifestyle Silversea guests adore, plus enticing enhancements including a new supper club, an Asian-themed restaurant, an expanded spa, and the largest suites in the Silversea fleet - 95% feature a private veranda. Silversea Cruises is recognized as an innovator in the luxury segment, offering guests large-ship amenities aboard four intimate vessels, Silver Cloud, Silver Wind, Silver Shadow, and Silver Whisper, all designed to offer an atmosphere of conviviality and casual elegance. In the U.S., Silversea has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler nine times and seven times by the readers of Travel & Leisure. SILVERSEA CRUISES ANNOUNCES ITS NEW EXPEDITION SHIP TO BE NAMED HSH PRINCE ALBERT II. Inaugural Schedule Features Polar Expeditions. Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises announced today that its new expedition ship (originally acquired as World Discoverer II) will be renamed HSH Prince Albert II, in tribute to Prince Albert of Monaco. The name is fitting for a ship that will be dedicated to the exploration and conservation of the planet's oceans, wildlife and indigenous cultures. The Principality of Monaco, aside from being the world's capital of wealth and luxury -- and home to Silversea's global headquarters -- has long been recognized as a leader in marine environment research. Prince Albert I, a pioneer in oceanographic science and exploration, first explored the Arctic's Svalbard archipelago in the early part of the last century, and founded the world renowned Oceanographic Institute. In 2006, Prince Albert II plotted a similar course on part of his journey to the North Pole, in an effort to add to the scientific body of work started by his ancestor -- and to draw attention to the effects of global warming on the Arctic regions. As a result, the Prince is the first incumbent head of state to have reached the northern most point on Earth. "We are deeply honored to have our new expedition ship named after His Serene Highness Albert II, Sovereign Prince of Monaco," said Manfredi Lefebvre, Silversea's chairman. "His passion for environmental conservation is well known and we are committed to supporting his mission by offering travelers the chance to discover and appreciate some of the world's most remote and unspoiled regions." When Silversea's adventure ship sets sail on June 12, following a naming ceremony in Monte Carlo, it will herald the beginning of a new mode in exploration cruising -- where a luxurious ambiance is just as important as the eye-opening educational experiences it will deliver. The Lloyd's Register A1A ice-rated vessel is purpose-built for expedition cruising and is currently undergoing an extensive multimillion-dollar renovation at the Fincantieri shipyard in Trieste, Italy. To ensure the ship will deliver an expedition cruise experience consistent with Silversea's award-winning luxury standards, the refurbishment will include exterior design modifications, state-of-the-art technological enhancements and a comprehensive upgrade of all guest accommodations and public spaces. The ship is also being outfitted with a new fleet of eight, latest-model Zodiac boats with Yamaha four-stroke engines (for lowest possible emissions) that will allow guests to enjoy up-close exploration and access to some of the world's most remote landscapes. "The interest in expedition cruising is definitely on the rise, among both affluent baby boomers and seasoned travelers wanting to further enrich their already wide knowledge of more traditional and established destinations. Silversea's HSH Prince Albert II will be the perfect option for those adventure-seekers who prefer a genuine expedition ship experience enhanced with the comforts of a true luxury product," said Amerigo Perasso, Silversea president. "Adventure travel is also about having experiences that are intellectually enriching, so every voyage will feature a carefully selected expedition team of lecturers and leading experts who will share their insights on the natural, cultural and historical highlights of some of the most pristine and secluded regions on Earth." In a related development, the company has announced the appointment of Conrad Combrink as Silversea director of expeditions, with responsibility for developing the ship's itinerary and programs. He will also oversee the recruitment of expedition staff and lecturers. Combrink's career of over ten years in expedition cruising includes serving as expedition leader on World Discoverer I and II. EXPLORING THE EARTH: TOP TO BOTTOM: Silversea's expedition ship will set sail June 12 from London on an Inaugural Season of voyages of 10 to 21 days focusing on polar adventures. Sailing first to the Arctic Circle, Svalbard, Iceland and Greenland for the summer, the ship will then reposition to South America and Antarctica for autumn and winter voyages. From mid-August to November 2008, HSH Prince Albert II will journey from the east coast of North America through the Panama Canal to Los Angeles before heading south to Ushuaia. Along this special repositioning route are opportunities to explore the Sea of Cortez (with an extension to Copper Canyon), Falklands and South Georgia Island. Pricing starts at $3,867, per person, double occupancy, and includes shore excursions as well as Silversea's signature all-inclusive amenities. After the ship's refit, the ice-class vessel will carry just 132 guests in 66 ocean-view accommodations, many featuring private verandas. With staterooms and suites ranging from 180 to over 600 square feet, it will provide some of the largest accommodations of any expedition ship. 18 suites will each feature more than 400 square feet of luxury. Guests will also enjoy many amenities found on larger ships, such as an elegant single-seating main dining room, library (with computers and Internet access), boutique, beauty salon, fitness center, full-service spa and two Jacuzzi pools. The ship will also feature several lounges for enjoying drinks, music and entertainment, including a cigar lounge like the Humidor on the line's other ships. The HSH Prince Albert II will also be equipped with state-of-the-art satellite communication systems, providing bow-to-stern wireless Internet access, enabling guests with Wi-Fi-enabled laptops and PDAs to surf the Internet and check e-mails from the comfort of their suites as well as public areas. Cellular phone service will also allow guests to stay in touch using their own cell phones even when the ship is miles away from land. All suites and staterooms will feature flat screen monitors offering interactive TV and video options. In the ship's lounges, the latest audio-visual equipment, complete with high-definition video screens, will display live lectures hosted by the ship's world-class expedition and lecture staff as well as visiting destination experts. Guests aboard Silversea's HSH Prince Albert II will be inspired by the varied and constantly adapted itineraries that will make the most of the natural opportunities created by the landscapes around them. There is so much to explore that they can sail for up to 48 days on back-to-back voyages without repeating a Zodiac landing site. This is not soft adventure; this is full scale exploring from an ultra-luxury base at sea, in true Silversea style. The Silversea Cruises Fleet Silver Cloud - Silver Shadow - Silver Spirit - Silver Whisper - Silver Wind Five luxurious all-suite ships. Designed to be your home upon the oceans of the world, Silversea’s ships welcome you to relax in elegant luxury. While spacious in feel and appearance, each of our ships is small in comparison to mass-market vessels, making them agile and easily docked in less-travelled, more enticing destinations. Voted World's Best Small Ship Cruise Line - Condé Nast Traveler - 9 Years Travel+Leisure 7 Years