SEATTLE, June 29,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Seabourn, the
ultra-luxury ocean and expedition cruise line, took delivery of its
first expedition ship, Seabourn Venture, today during an
official handover maritime ceremony at the T. Mariotti shipyard in
Genoa, Italy. Seabourn
Venture is the first of the line's two purpose-built,
ultra-luxury expedition ships and the newest expedition ship in the
industry.
Seabourn takes delivery of Seabourn
Venture, the line's first new purpose-built, ultra-luxury
expedition ship
"Today is so incredibly special and important as we take
ownership of our first ultra-luxury expedition ship and welcome
Seabourn Venture to the Seabourn family," said Seabourn
President Josh Leibowitz. "The
Mariotti team has done a wonderful job in the building of the ship
and bringing Adam Tihany's stunning design vision to life.
Seabourn Venture will raise the bar in ultra-luxury
expedition travel, and we look forward to introducing her to the
world as she sets sail to explore remote destinations from the
polar regions in the Arctic to the southernmost continent of
Antarctica."
"Someone well known in the cruise industry said, 'She is not
another expedition ship or a luxury cruise ship. She is
#SeabournVenture and when she begins sailing next month, she will
be the world's finest luxury expedition ship.' I totally agree with
him," said Marco Ghiglione, Managing
Director of T. Mariotti. "Seabourn Venture is the fairest one of
all, ice class PC6 certified to call polar routes. Since we started
building Seabourn Venture, the world has literally changed before
our eyes, requiring unexpected efforts. The great dedication and
passion of the team made by T. Mariotti and subcontractors with
Seabourn have been the keys to success," he added.
Seabourn Venture has been designed and built for diverse
environments to PC6 Polar Class standards and will include a
plethora of modern hardware and technology that will extend the
ship's global deployment and capabilities. The ship will provide an
exceptional luxury small-ship experience with the addition of
world-class equipment that allows the line to offer its widest
range of expedition activities led by an expert 26-person team of
scientists, scholars, naturalists, and more. The ship will offer
complimentary Seabourn Expedition amenities such as Zodiac cruises,
hikes, nature walks, scuba diving, and snorkeling, as well as
additional curated complimentary excursions. In addition, the ship
will offer optional shore excursions and optional Seabourn
Expeditions with kayaking and two custom-built submersibles at
select destinations. These experiences will provide close-up views
of wildlife and natural scenery, as well as unforgettable intimacy
with the underwater wonders of the ocean.
Seabourn Venture features 132 luxurious oceanfront
veranda suites and will take travelers to some of the most
awe-inspiring places in the world, some of which are only accessed
by ship. Further information on the new ships, suites and
public spaces of the ship can be found here. Itineraries for the
first season of travel aboard Seabourn Venture are available
on the Seabourn website.
For reservations or more details, please contact a professional
travel advisor; call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit
www.seabourn.com. A dedicated shore excursion call center is
available for guests at 1-800-984-3225.
About Seabourn:
Ultra-luxury Seabourn currently
operates a fleet of five modern ships with two under construction
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). Our highest responsibility and top priorities are compliance,
environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of
our guests, team members, and the people and communities our ships
visit.
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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, 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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