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Hello, fellow adventure seekers! If you've ever dreamed of exploring the world's most remote corners while sailing in luxury, you're in for a treat. In this personal review, I'll share my firsthand experiences comparing Seabourn and Lindblad/National Geographic for expedition cruising. Both lines offer unforgettable journeys, but they cater to different vibes—one's all about opulent indulgence, the other pure educational immersion.
If there is one destination that sits atop the bucket list of every serious traveler I’ve ever met, it is Antarctica. It is the final frontier—a place so remote, so pristine, and so hostile to human life that visiting it feels less like a vacation and more like visiting another planet.
There is a specific kind of magic that happens when ultra-luxury meets rugged exploration. It’s a delicate balance to strike—sipping chilled champagne while wearing a waterproof parka, or returning from a windswept Zodiac landing to a suite where your heated gear locker is already warming your boots. This was the promise of the Seabourn Venture on its 10-day "Wild Scottish Isles & Iceland" itinerary, and as I embarked in Dublin to sail toward the Arctic Circle, I was eager to see if the reality could match the brochure.
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The brochure photos of the Seabourn Pursuit are undeniably stunning. They show champagne on private verandas, pristine Antarctic ice shelves, and the sleek lines of a PC6 Polar Class yacht. But brochures have a job to do: they need to sell every single suite on the ship—including the ones right next to the elevator, the ones under the gym treadmills, and the ones that feel a bit too much sway when crossing the Drake Passage.
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There is a moment, standing on the private veranda of your suite, when the world falls away. The familiar hum of the city is replaced by the profound silence of the Antarctic Peninsula, a silence punctuated only by the sharp crack of a calving glacier miles away. The throngs of tourists jostling for a photo are gone, replaced by a colony of Gentoo penguins going about their day, utterly indifferent to your presence. This is not just a vacation; it is a recalibration of the soul. This is a Seabourn Expedition.
The brochure lands on your coffee table with a satisfying thud. Its glossy pages are filled with impossible blues, crystalline whites, and impossibly close encounters with wildlife. A polar bear on a distant floe. A colony of penguins stretching to the horizon. It’s beautiful. It’s inspiring. But it’s also silent.
The word ‘expedition’ conjures images of cracked leather journals, frost-rimmed beards, and a rugged, noble pursuit of the unknown. It speaks of sacrifice, of pushing boundaries. Then there’s the word ‘luxury,’ which evokes the clink of crystal, the scent of fine perfume, and the hushed, intuitive service that anticipates your every whim. For decades, these two worlds remained distinctly separate. You could have adventure, or you could have opulence. But both? At the same time? It seemed a paradox.
There is a moment on every true expedition when the world falls away. It might be the thunderous crack of a calving glacier in Antarctica, the sight of a polar bear navigating the Arctic sea ice, or the profound silence of a remote fjord, broken only by the dip of your kayak paddle. These are not mere holidays; they are transformative journeys to the planet's last wild places. And when you undertake such a voyage with Seabourn, you are choosing to pair this raw, untamed beauty with an unparalleled level of ultra-luxury.
In an age where every corner of the globe seems mapped, photographed, and catalogued, the true spirit of discovery can feel like a relic of a bygone era. We, the modern travelers, yearn for the authentic, the untouched, the profound. We seek not just to see the world, but to feel its raw, untamed pulse. What if I told you there is a way to venture into the planet’s most remote, pristine sanctuaries—the polar ice caps, the forgotten coastlines, the depths of the Amazon—without sacrificing an iota of comfort, elegance, or intuitive service? This is not a paradox; it is the promise of a Seabourn Expedition Cruise.
For years, the word "paradise" felt like a cliché to me. A stock photo of a palm tree leaning over impossibly turquoise water. An overused adjective for any beach with white sand. I’ve been fortunate to travel the world, chasing horizons and collecting passport stamps, but that true, soul-deep sense of paradise—a place where every detail is not just perfect, but perfectly for you—remained elusive. Until I stepped aboard a Seabourn ship, pointed her bow toward the Eastern Caribbean, and watched the world dissolve into a sublime watercolor of blue and gold.
Imagine the Caribbean. What comes to mind? For many, it’s a postcard of sprawling, all-inclusive resorts, bustling ports teeming with mega-ships, and beaches so crowded you can barely see the sand. It’s a beautiful image, but it’s often just the surface. What if I told you there’s another Caribbean? A more intimate, authentic, and profoundly luxurious version, hidden in plain sight, waiting to be discovered.
Imagine the sensation: a warm, fragrant breeze carrying the scent of frangipani and salt, the gentle lapping of turquoise water against a sleek white hull, and a chilled glass of champagne placed in your hand before you even knew you wanted it. This isn't just a vacation; it's a Seabourn moment, and it’s waiting for you in the sun-drenched splendor of the Eastern Caribbean.
The air is different here. It’s a soft, warm embrace, thick with the sweet perfume of frangipani and the clean, sharp scent of salt. It’s the first thing you notice, and the last thing you forget. I’m standing on the private veranda of my suite aboard a Seabourn ship, a flute of chilled champagne in hand, watching the last sliver of the sun dip below the horizon, painting the turquoise water in fiery strokes of orange and violet. This isn’t just a vacation; it’s an exhalation. It’s the moment you realize you’ve stepped out of the ordinary and into a world meticulously crafted for your delight. This is the Eastern Caribbean, experienced the Seabourn way.
There is the Caribbean of postcards—a familiar collage of turquoise waters, swaying palms, and sun-drenched sands. And then, there is the Caribbean as experienced with Seabourn. It’s a world apart, a realm where the rhythm of the tides dictates the day, where hidden coves inaccessible to larger vessels become your private playground, and where luxury is not an amenity, but the very air you breathe. This is not merely a vacation; it is an immersion into the soul of the Eastern Caribbean, delivered with an elegance and intimacy that only Seabourn can command.
Imagine the sound. Not the gentle lapping of waves against a hull, though that’s there too, a soothing rhythm to your journey. I’m talking about the sound of the Costa Rican rainforest waking up. A low, guttural call from a howler monkey echoes through the canopy, a toucan adds its vibrant, yelping song to the chorus, and a million unseen insects create a symphony of clicks and buzzes. This isn’t a soundtrack; it’s the living, breathing soul of a country that is 25% protected national park. This is the Pura Vida—the pure life—and it’s an experience that transcends the typical postcard image of sandy beaches and turquoise water.
Imagine the morning mist rising from a emerald-green canopy, the air thick with the scent of orchids and rich, volcanic earth. A distant, guttural call of a howler monkey echoes through the trees, a primal soundtrack to a world teeming with life. This isn't a scene from a documentary; it's your reality. This is Costa Rica, a land where ‘Pura Vida’—the pure life—is not just a saying, but a profound, palpable ethos. And there is no more refined, intimate, or soul-stirring way to immerse yourself in its wonders than from the decks of an ultra-luxury Seabourn yacht.
Imagine waking to the gentle sway of the Pacific, the air thick with the sweet perfume of ylang-ylang and the distant, primal call of a howler monkey. You step onto your private veranda, a flute of chilled Champagne in hand, and watch as a coastline of impossible green, veiled in a soft morning mist, draws closer. This isn't a dream. This is the dawn of another perfect day on a Seabourn cruise to Costa Rica—a journey not just to a destination, but into the very heart of Pura Vida.
There’s a phrase you’ll hear whispered on the breeze in Costa Rica, a mantra that permeates every corner of its lush, vibrant landscape: “Pura Vida.” The Pure Life. It’s more than a saying; it’s a philosophy, an embodiment of a nation that has chosen to preserve its natural wonders over all else. It’s the sound of a howler monkey echoing through the canopy, the sight of a three-toed sloth moving in dreamlike slow motion, and the taste of salt on your lips as you watch a Pacific sunset paint the sky in hues of fire and gold.
Imagine the sound. It’s not one sound, but a symphony. The guttural call of a howler monkey echoes through a misty canopy. The iridescent flash of a hummingbird’s wings beats a rhythm too fast for the eye to follow. And beneath it all, the gentle lapping of turquoise water against the hull of your intimate, ultra-luxury yacht. This is not a dream. This is the profound, soul-stirring reality of experiencing Costa Rica with Seabourn, where the wild heart of Central America meets a level of service and elegance that is simply without peer.
Forget what you think you know about Colombia. Erase the dated headlines and grainy images of the past. The Colombia of today is a symphony of vibrant color, intoxicating rhythms, and a warmth that radiates from its people as much as its Caribbean sun. It’s a land where emerald green mountains cascade into turquoise seas, where colonial history whispers from bougainvillea-draped balconies, and where the aroma of the world’s finest coffee hangs in the air. To experience this renaissance is a privilege; to experience it from the unparalleled sanctuary of a Seabourn yacht is to touch the sublime.
There is a rhythm to Colombia, a vibrant, soul-stirring pulse that echoes from the mist-shrouded peaks of the Sierra Nevada to the cobblestoned plazas of its colonial cities. For years, this jewel of South America was a whispered secret among the most intrepid of travelers. Today, its renaissance is in full bloom, revealing a country of astonishing beauty, profound history, and a warmth that embraces you from the moment you arrive. But to truly understand its magic, you must venture beyond the postcard-perfect walls of Cartagena.
There are places in the world that hum with a different frequency, where the air itself seems thick with stories. Colombia’s Caribbean coast is one such place. This is the land of Gabriel García Márquez, of magical realism, where history isn’t just in the past; it’s painted on the vibrant colonial walls, it whispers through the jungle canopy, and it dances in the rhythm of cumbia that spills from open doorways. For years, this coastline was a secret kept by the most intrepid of travelers. Today, it has emerged, radiant and welcoming, as one of the most culturally rich and visually stunning destinations on the planet.
Imagine the scent of freshly roasted coffee mingling with the salty Caribbean air. Picture cobblestone streets painted in a riot of canary yellow, colonial blue, and bougainvillea pink. Hear the distant, soulful rhythm of cumbia music drifting from an open doorway. This is Colombia—a nation reborn, a vibrant tapestry of history, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty. Now, imagine experiencing this captivating land from the sanctuary of one of the world's most exquisite ultra-luxury yachts.
There is a place where the world feels new, where ice-blue glaciers carve their way through granite mountains and spill into channels of impossible stillness. This is Patagonia, the wild, untamed soul of South America. To navigate the labyrinthine Chilean Fjords is to journey back in time, to witness the raw, creative power of nature. But to do so with Seabourn is to elevate this profound experience into the realm of the sublime. It’s the difference between simply seeing a masterpiece and having the artist themselves whisper its secrets in your ear.
Imagine a place where jagged peaks claw at a cerulean sky, where rivers of ancient ice carve their way to the sea with a thunderous roar, and where the silence is broken only by the cry of a soaring Andean condor. This is Patagonia, the wild, untamed edge of the world. Now, imagine experiencing this raw, elemental beauty from the deck of a private yacht, a flute of chilled champagne in hand, returning each evening to a world of intuitive service, gourmet cuisine, and uncompromising luxury. This is not a dream. This is a Seabourn cruise through the Chilean Fjords.
The air in Patagonia has a quality you can’t find anywhere else on Earth. It’s thin, crisp, and carries the scent of ancient ice and wild, untamed earth. I remember standing on the private veranda of my suite aboard the Seabourn Quest, a glass of complimentary champagne in hand, watching the jagged, snow-dusted peaks of the Darwin Cordillera glide by in profound silence. This wasn't just watching a landscape; it was inhaling it, feeling its immense scale settle into my very bones. This, I thought, is what it means to travel—not just to see, but to experience.
The anticipation of a journey to the end of the world is a unique thrill. It’s a feeling woven from images of colossal blue-tinged glaciers, vibrant, bohemian port cities, and the vast, untamed wilderness of Patagonia. When that journey is with Seabourn, the experience is elevated to an art form—a seamless blend of intrepid exploration and uncompromising, ultra-luxury service. But this grand tapestry of experiences, from the sun-drenched vineyards near Santiago to the windswept drama of the Chilean Fjords, presents a singular challenge: what on earth do you pack?
Imagine the sound. Not silence, but something more profound. It’s the sharp crack of a glacier calving into a turquoise fjord, an echo that travels for miles across glass-still water. It’s the whisper of the wind through ancient lenga forests, a sound unchanged for millennia. It’s the call of a Magellanic penguin, a comical greeting from the edge of the world. This is Patagonia, a land of raw, untamed grandeur. And there is simply no more refined, intimate, or soul-stirring way to experience it than with Seabourn.
There is a certain kind of travel that transcends mere sightseeing. It’s a journey that doesn’t just show you the world, but changes how you see it. It’s the quiet satisfaction of a perfectly chilled glass of champagne served on your private veranda as a medieval skyline drifts by. It’s the thrill of discovering a hidden courtyard in a city reborn from history’s ashes. This is the world of ultra-luxury cruising, and for the discerning traveler yearning to explore the nuanced soul of Central and Northern Europe, there is no finer guide than Seabourn.
Imagine the gentle hum of the ship as it glides past terraced vineyards, a glass of Champagne in hand. Picture the spires of Budapest's Parliament Building, illuminated against the inky night sky, viewed from your private veranda. Hear the distant echo of a Mozart concerto as you stroll the cobblestone streets of Vienna. This isn't just a vacation; it's a Seabourn moment—an immersion into the heart of Central Europe's imperial grandeur, curated with an exquisite, all-inclusive touch.
There is a version of Central Europe you’ve seen in glossy brochures. It’s a perfectly composed photograph of a grand cathedral, a smiling couple clinking wine glasses, a castle perched impossibly on a hill. It’s beautiful, certainly. But it’s a silent picture, a two-dimensional promise. The real story, the one that settles into your soul and rewrites your understanding of travel, happens between those pages, in the moments the camera can’t capture.
There’s a certain melody that hums through the heart of Central Europe. It’s the whisper of Habsburg history in the curve of a palace wall, the rich, dark aroma of coffee in a Viennese café, the timeless flow of the Danube carrying stories of empires and artists. For years, travelers have sought to capture this feeling, often navigating crowded riverbanks and bustling city squares. But what if you could touch the soul of this region while cocooned in a world of unparalleled, intuitive luxury? What if your journey into Old World charm was hosted from a private, all-inclusive sanctuary at sea?
There is a version of Europe that exists beyond the crowded squares and well-trodden tourist paths. It’s a Europe of quiet canals reflecting centuries-old gabled houses, of imperial cities whose stories are whispered on the Baltic breeze, and of cultural treasures waiting to be discovered not by the masses, but by the discerning few. This is the Europe that reveals itself when you journey through its historic heartlands, where grand rivers meet the open sea. And there is no finer way to access this world than aboard a Seabourn ship.
There is a California the world knows: the iconic curve of the Golden Gate Bridge shrouded in fog, the star-studded sidewalks of Hollywood, the sun-drenched beaches of Malibu. But there is another California, a more intimate and nuanced version, that whispers along its dramatic coastline. It’s a California of secluded coves, world-class vineyards tucked into rolling hills, and charming seaside towns that feel a world away from the city's hum. To truly uncover this California, you must approach it from the sea.
Imagine the scene: a flute of chilled Champagne in hand, you lean against the railing of your private veranda. The California sun, a perfect sphere of molten gold, dips below the Pacific horizon, painting the sky in hues of apricot and rose. The rugged cliffs of Big Sur recede into a gentle haze as your intimate Seabourn vessel charts a silent, graceful course southward. This isn't just a vacation; it's an immersion into a world of effortless elegance and breathtaking natural beauty.
The air tasted of salt and eucalyptus, a uniquely Californian perfume. As our ship, the elegant Seabourn Odyssey, slipped silently beneath the iconic span of the Golden Gate Bridge, the familiar orange towers cloaked in a morning mist, I realized this was a California I had never truly seen. I’ve driven Highway 1, I’ve explored the cities, I’ve hiked the trails. But to witness the Golden State unfold from the serene, all-encompassing luxury of a private veranda at sea? It’s not just a different perspective; it’s a different dimension of travel entirely.
There is a certain magic to the California coast, a siren song that has called to dreamers, artists, and adventurers for generations. It’s a landscape of dramatic contrasts: the rugged, mist-shrouded cliffs of Big Sur giving way to the sun-drenched, palm-fringed boulevards of Santa Barbara. Most experience it from behind the wheel, a blur of beauty glimpsed on the Pacific Coast Highway. But what if you could embrace it differently? What if you could awaken each morning to a new, breathtaking vista from the sanctuary of your private veranda, a flute of chilled champagne in hand, without ever having to pack a suitcase or navigate a freeway? This is not a dream. This is the California coast, reimagined by Seabourn.
Imagine waking to the gentle lapping of waves against the hull, drawing back the curtains of your private veranda to reveal the emerald islets of the Stockholm archipelago. A glass of chilled champagne is already on its way, delivered by a steward who knows your name and your preference for an extra pillow. This isn't just a vacation; it's an effortless immersion into a world of history, culture, and unparalleled luxury. This is the Baltic Sea, experienced the Seabourn way.
There is a certain magic that awakens in Northern Europe as summer unfurls. The sun lingers long into the evening, casting a golden, ethereal glow—the famed "White Nights"—over cities steeped in a millennium of history. It’s a land of Viking sagas, imperial grandeur, and cutting-edge design, where medieval cobblestones meet Michelin-starred menus. To journey through the Baltic Sea is to sail through the pages of a living storybook, and there is simply no more exquisite way to turn those pages than from the decks of a Seabourn yacht.
There’s a moment, just after the sun dips below the horizon in the Stockholm archipelago, when the sky bleeds into a soft, ethereal twilight that lasts for hours. The water, calm as polished glass, reflects the silhouettes of thousands of pine-clad islands. Aboard our ship, the gentle clinking of crystal glasses and the murmur of quiet conversation provide the only soundtrack. This isn't just a view; it's a feeling—a profound sense of peace and wonder that no glossy brochure could ever truly capture. As a travel journalist, I’ve been fortunate to experience my share of luxury, but my first voyage with Seabourn through the Baltic Sea was something else entirely. It was less a cruise and more a curated journey into the heart of Northern Europe, wrapped in a level of intuitive service that redefines the very concept of travel.
Imagine the whisper of a crisp sea breeze as you glide into Stockholm’s archipelago, its thousands of islands like emeralds scattered on a sapphire cloth. Picture the sun refusing to set over St. Petersburg, casting an ethereal, golden glow on the gilded domes of the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood during the famed White Nights. This is the magic of a Baltic cruise—a voyage not just across the water, but through the very heart of history, art, and breathtaking natural beauty.
There is a certain magic to the Baltic Sea, a whisper of history that echoes from the spires of medieval cities and dances on the cool, northern light. It’s a region of imperial grandeur and fairytale charm, where Viking sagas meet contemporary design, and the long summer days seem to stretch into infinity. To explore this tapestry of culture and coastline is a dream for many, but to experience it with Seabourn is to elevate that dream into an art form.
There is a version of Australia that exists in the mind’s eye: a sun-drenched panorama of iconic sails against a sapphire harbor, the rust-red heart of the outback, and the otherworldly shimmer of the Great Barrier Reef. It’s a continent of staggering scale and profound beauty. But to truly connect with its spirit, to feel its pulse beyond the postcard views, requires a journey of equal elegance and intimacy. This is where Seabourn enters the frame, transforming a voyage into a masterpiece.
There is a certain magic to Australia. It’s a continent of staggering contrasts, where ancient, ochre-red landscapes meet the sapphire blues of the Southern Ocean, and vibrant, forward-thinking cities hum with a creative energy all their own. To truly comprehend its scale and soul, one must approach it not by land, but by sea. Imagine waking to the silhouette of the Sydney Opera House from your private veranda, a flute of Champagne in hand, the promise of a new port shimmering on the horizon. This is not just travel; this is an experience curated to perfection.
There is a land of ancient whispers and modern marvels, of sun-scorched earth and sapphire seas. A continent of contrasts, where the rugged, untamed spirit of the Outback meets the sophisticated hum of world-class cities. This is Australia, a destination that calls to the adventurer, the connoisseur, and the dreamer in all of us. And there is no more refined, more intimate way to answer that call than from the decks of a Seabourn yacht.
The first glimpse of the Sydney Opera House from the sea is a moment that etches itself into your memory. Its iconic sails, gleaming under the morning sun, aren't just a landmark; they're a promise. A promise of adventure, of culture, of a land vast and vibrant. I’ve had the privilege of witnessing this sight from the decks of many vessels, but seeing it from the veranda of my suite aboard a Seabourn ship was, in a word, transcendent. The salty air, tinged with the faint scent of eucalyptus from the distant Blue Mountains, a flute of chilled champagne in my hand—this wasn't just an arrival. It was an immersion into the heart of Australia, the Seabourn way.
There is a moment, standing on the deck of a ship slicing silently through a mirror-still fjord, when the world as you know it falls away. The air is so crisp it feels elemental, the silence so profound it’s broken only by the thunderous crack of a distant glacier calving into the turquoise sea. This is the Arctic Circle—a realm of raw power, ethereal beauty, and untamed wilderness. It’s a destination that calls to the soul of the true traveler, the one who seeks not just to see the world, but to feel it.
There are places on this earth that defy description, landscapes so vast and primordial they seem to belong to another time. The Arctic Circle is one such place. It’s a realm of shimmering ice, midnight sun, and profound silence, broken only by the crack of a calving glacier or the call of a seabird. This is not a destination for the passive observer; it is an experience that seeps into your soul, forever changing your perspective on the world.
There are places on this earth that defy simple description. Places where the scale of nature is so immense, the silence so profound, and the light so ethereal that they imprint themselves upon your soul. The Arctic Circle is one such place. For years, I’ve heard it described as the planet’s last true wilderness—a realm of ice giants, mythical creatures, and a stark, humbling beauty. But to truly understand it, you must experience it. And to experience it in a manner that marries raw, untamed adventure with exquisite, intuitive comfort is to understand the very essence of a Seabourn Arctic expedition.
The Arctic is not a destination; it is a feeling. It’s the profound silence of a fjord, broken only by the thunderous crack of a calving glacier. It’s the surreal glow of the midnight sun painting icebergs in hues of apricot and rose. It’s the heart-stopping moment you lock eyes with a polar bear, the true sovereign of this ethereal kingdom of ice and snow. A voyage to the top of the world is a transformative experience, and with Seabourn, it is one undertaken in unparalleled luxury and comfort. But before the Zodiacs launch and the champagne is poured, there is one crucial step: packing.
There is a moment, standing on the private veranda of your suite as your ship glides silently through a fjord littered with crystalline sculptures of ice, when the world falls away. The only sounds are the gentle lapping of water against the hull and the distant cry of an Arctic tern. The air is so pure it feels like the first breath you’ve ever taken. This is not merely a vacation; it is a communion with the planet in its most raw, majestic, and untamed state. This is the promise of the Arctic Circle.
The first breath of Alaskan air is a revelation. It’s crisp, clean, and carries the scent of spruce and the distant, primal cold of ancient ice. For many, an Alaskan cruise is a pilgrimage to witness the monumental grandeur of its glaciers—the thunderous crack of calving ice, the impossible blue hues of a fjord. And while these moments are undeniably soul-stirring, they are but the first verse in Alaska’s epic poem.
There is a place where mountains, jagged and immense, pierce the clouds. A place where rivers of ancient ice carve their way to a turquoise sea, and the silence is broken only by the thunderous crack of a calving glacier or the breath of a breaching humpback whale. This is Alaska, The Last Frontier. It’s a destination that doesn’t just whisper to the soul of a traveler; it roars. And to answer its call, there is no more profound, intimate, or luxurious way than aboard a Seabourn vessel, with the vibrant city of Anchorage as your gateway to the wild.
There’s a moment on every Alaskan voyage when the world falls silent. It’s often in a fjord, surrounded by towering granite walls streaked with waterfalls, as your ship glides through water so still it perfectly mirrors the heavens. The only sound is the distant, thunderous crack of a glacier calving into the turquoise sea. In that moment, you don’t just see Alaska; you feel its immense, primordial soul. For over two decades, I’ve sailed these waters on vessels of all sizes, but to truly commune with this wilderness, to experience it with grace, intimacy, and profound comfort, there is only Seabourn.
Alaska. The name itself conjures images of raw, untamed wilderness: colossal glaciers calving into turquoise waters, grizzly bears fishing for salmon in rushing rivers, and bald eagles soaring against a backdrop of snow-dusted peaks. It’s a land of profound scale and breathtaking beauty. But for the discerning traveler, a question often arises: How does one embrace this rugged grandeur without sacrificing an ounce of comfort, elegance, or style? The answer lies in two words: Seabourn and Anchorage.
There is a place where the silence is broken only by the thunderous crack of a calving glacier, where bald eagles carve lazy circles in a sky so vast it seems to hold the dawn and dusk at once. This is Alaska. For many, it’s a bucket-list destination, a rugged frontier viewed from the distant rail of a mega-ship. But for the discerning traveler, for those who seek not just to see the wilderness but to feel its pulse, there is a more intimate, more profound way to experience it. This is Alaska with Seabourn.
Seabourn has officially debuted Seabourn Encore. This new ship is as strikingly beautiful and as excitingly innovative as any Seabourn has ever debuted. It will crown a fleet that is already the newest, most modern and most acclaimed in the ult...
Seabourn Odyssey was built by the Italian company T. Mariotti S.p.A., located in Genoa, Italy and named in Venice in June of 2009. On that occasion, the guests on board for the maiden voyage were all honored as the ship’s godparents, and a plaq...
In 2018, Seabourn introduced Seabourn Ovation, a sister-ship to the already prestigious Seabourn Encore. Seabourn Ovation represents a welcome stage in the evolution of small-ship cruising, which Seabourn pioneered and has consistently expanded and ...
| Seabourn: Seabourn Pursuit |
 Seabourn Pursuit, the second of Seabourn's new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, is reflective of the passion exhibited by expedition travelers to seek out and explore natural wonders and destinations through immersive recreational activities around the world. Both Seabourn Pursuit and sister ship Seabourn Venture are designed and built for diverse environments to PC6 Polar Class standards and include modern hardware and technology that will extend the ships’ global deployment and capabilities. Each will carry two custom-built submarines, 24 Zodiacs, kayaks, and a 26-person expert expedition team whose role is to engage guests throughout each voyage. |
Seabourn Quest is the third iteration of the vessel design that has been called “a game-changer for the luxury segment.” Built at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, she was named in Barcelona on June 20, 2011. True to her Seabourn bloodlines, w...
The second of Seabourn’s new class of ships, Seabourn Sojourn, was also built at T. Mariotti yard in Genoa. Her debut was on June 6, 2010 in the middle of the River Thames in London. Seabourn Sojourn’s godmother was the English fashio...
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| Seabourn's ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ship Seabourn Venture, paying tribute to the remote destinations visited by the brand’s highly successful expedition and Ventures by Seabourn excursion programs and the fascinating places yet to be explored in the future. |
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