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FIRST LOOK:
Silversea's newest ultra-luxury ship, Silver Spirit
"Gliding gracefully out to sea, you
feel the stresses of everyday life become a distant memory, as a
vista of freedom and adventure opens up before you. Each sun-blessed
day and moonlit evening brings you deeper into the spirit of a great
ocean journey. Very soon you reach a delicate balance of serenity
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ABOUT SILVERSEA
Art inspires. Awakens your emotions
and stimulates your thoughts.
In the quiet calm of morning, your private veranda becomes a
place of true inspiration. Surrounded by the magnificence of the
dawning day, at one with the vista of sea and sky, in awe of
nature and the vast beauty of this world. The shoreline of the
next port slides closer and closer into view, and with it an
undeniable anticipation of things to come and the promise of
limitless possibilities.
Silversea creates exceptional ocean journeys with unique
opportunities to explore remote ports-of-call from an intimate
haven of incomparable luxury, each voyage a unique masterpiece.
Discover genuine European expertise reflected in every detail,
from our tranquil all-suite accommodation and uncompromising
service to distinctive fine dining and a carefree all-inclusive
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Our guests hail from across the
globe, yet share an appreciation for the spectrum of choice
offered
in Silversea’s array of exotic
destinations and exclusive explorations ashore. By blending
these elements together with enrichment experiences, each new
port becomes more than a destination, it becomes a state of
mind, transcending the traditional concepts of cruising. It is
this distinction that has earned Silversea the reputation of
World’s Best.
Silversea … The art of travel. The art of good living. |
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ABOUT SILVER SPIRIT
Wonder and warmth and a sea of
amazing adventures are awaiting you....all at the most incredible discount cruise
deals
ever offered and service that is second to none.
Silversea Cruises announced that its newest ultra-luxury ship,
Silver Spirit, is set to debut in lavish style with a Grand
Inaugural Voyage on January 21, 2010.
On this 91-day journey, dubbed "The Spirit of South America,"
Silver Spirit will sail from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles and
twist back to New York on a fascinating itinerary highlighted by
a visit to Rio de Janeiro in time for Carnaval, a journey around
the end of the earth at Cape Horn, an in-depth exploration of
the Mexican Riviera, a crossing of the Panama Canal and an
unforgettable Statue of Liberty event in New York Harbor.
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and Renderings Credit: Silversea Cruises
Silver Spirit |
The Atrium
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Stars Supper Club |
The Restaurant |
Seishin Restaurant |
Le Champagne |
Silver Suite |
Silver Suite |
Veranda Suite |
Veranda Suite |
The Spa at Silversea |
The Panorama Lounge |
SILVER SPIRIT
The greatest journeys often begin as a
quest. To expand our horizons, to grow, to delve into
new worlds. To find the missing or hidden even when
beyond the reach of most.
In December 2009, Silversea will present
their newest luxury cruise ship — Silver Spirit —
with more verandas, more dining choices, more onboard
amenities, more of the excellence you’ve come to expect
of Silversea. An answer to your quest.
Experience for yourself the ultimate
travel indulgence. Join Silver Spirit during her
Inaugural Season to explore the natural beauty of South
America, the timeless treasures of the Mediterranean or
the Caribbean’s most idyllic, sun-drenched islands.
Silversea … one aim, excellence.
Silver Spirit Grand Inaugural Voyage 2010
On the "Spirit of South America" odyssey, guests will
visit more than 45 ports in over 20 different countries
and island destinations across two continents, enjoying
overnight stays in Fort Lauderdale, Rio de Janeiro,
Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas, Lima, Acapulco and Los
Angeles.
In addition, guests on the full voyage will be
invited to attend the naming ceremony, a gala dinner
event on the eve of departure with accommodations aboard
ship, exclusive shoreside events in select ports of
call, and a VIP evening at the Rio Carnival, not to
mention special commemorative gifts and a $2,000 per
suite onboard spending credit. A complimentary Business
Class air upgrade is also available for guests who
purchase Silversea's optional air program.
Fares for the full Grand Inaugural Voyage start at
$39,187 per person, based on double occupancy, and
include "Extended Voyage Savings" of 5% -- plus enhanced
"Early Booking Incentive" and new "Extended Advance
Payment Bonus" discounts applicable to voyages in 2010.
(The company plans to announce more details about these
new savings options shortly.)
Other highlights of the inaugural itineraries include
an 11-day "Holiday Spirit" maiden voyage (#5901) on
December 23, 2009, sailing from Barcelona to Lisbon; a
"Maiden Crossing" (#5001), departing January 3 from
Lisbon for 16 fascinating days exploring the Atlantic
and Caribbean islands before arriving in Fort
Lauderdale; and a two-week grand "Atlantic Crossing
(#5011) to Southampton from New York on April 23.
After completing her inaugural season, Silver Spirit
will spend the summer in the Mediterranean and then
reposition to the Caribbean for fall and winter cruises.
More on the Silver Spirit
The 36,000-ton vessel will indulge her 540 guests with
the largest suites in the fleet -- 95 percent feature a
private veranda -- and with one of the highest
space-to-guest ratios at sea today, 67, providing 6,700
cubic feet of space per guest. The onboard decor will
lend a sophisticated 1930s Art Deco ambience to the
public spaces, highlights of which include an
indoor/outdoor spa measuring no less than 8,300 square
feet (770 square meters), three whirlpools (two adjacent
to outdoor pool, one in spa area), enriching
performances in The Show Lounge and a choice of six
dining venues including Seishin, a Japanese restaurant,
and the innovative Stars Supper Club, featuring live
music, dancing and nightclub-style entertainment.
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Dining. The
additional size of the ship has provided space for
two new-to-Silversea eateries. The Stars Supper Club
is a traditional supper club featuring live music
and dancing along with dinner. The Asian-inspired
Seishin Restaurant, available at an additional fee,
offers Kobe beef, sushi and Asian seafood
specialties. Other Silversea staples are back,
including the simply named Restaurant, offering
international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and
dinner with menus by Relais & Châteaux; La Terrazza,
an indoor/outdoor restaurant with ocean views
offering buffet-style dining for breakfast and
lunch, and authentic Italian cuisine served a la
carte for dinner; Le Champagne, an eatery serving
six-course meals with wines in an intimate setting
(fee applies); and the Pool Grill, providing
poolside dining for lunch and dinner (grilled meats
and fresh-from-the-oven pizza).
Accommodations. Cabins on Silver Spirit are all-suite and the
largest in the Silversea fleet. All are oceanview,
and all but 12 will have balconies. All suites
include a separate sitting area, a walk-in closet, a
marbled bathroom with a double vanity and full-size
tub, flat-screen satellite TV with DVD player,
writing desk, hair dryer, walk-in closet(s) and
sitting area.
Spa & Fitness. The Spa at Silversea is an
8,300-square-ft. space featuring floor-to-ceiling
windows, nine treatment rooms, indoor/outdoor
relaxation areas, sauna, steam rooms and an outdoor
whirlpool. The nearby Fitness Centre offers two
aerobic studios and the latest cardio, strength and
weight-training equipment including a Kinesis Wall.
The standard classes -- aerobics, yoga, Pilates and
circuit training -- will be on offer.
Pool Area. The teaked-out Pool Deck boasts
two whirlpools and a poolside bar. The resort-style
pool will be heated for cooler weather cruises.
Entertainment. Nighttime venues include the
Show Lounge featuring production shows and classical
soloists, the Humidor cigar parlor, a casino,
Panorama Lounge with dancing and live music, and the
top-ship Observation lounge. The pool area will also
be a nighttime spot for traditional dances by
folkloric troupes and movies on deck.
Public Spaces. Silver Spirit will feature a
library, Internet cafe, three duty-free shops and a
children's program for kids ages 3 to 12.
Itineraries. The new ship will debut on
December 23, 2009, with an 11-night maiden voyage
from Barcelona to Lisbon. This sailing will be
followed by a 16-night transatlantic cruise to Ft.
Lauderdale departing January 3. The ship will be
officially named on January 21 in Ft. Lauderdale.
Then Silver Spirit sets course on January 21, 2010,
for a 91-day South America voyage from Ft.
Lauderdale to Los Angeles and back to New York. The
voyage will include stops at Rio de Janeiro during
Carnaval, a cruise around Cape Horn, and visits to
the Mexican Riviera and Panama Canal. Overnights are
scheduled in Ft. Lauderdale, Rio, Buenos Aires,
Punta Arenas, Callao (for Lima), Acapulco and Los
Angeles.
The cruise is also available in segments, but
passengers on the full voyage get a few bonuses,
including an invite to Silver Spirit's naming
ceremony, a gala dinner event the night before
departure, exclusive shoreside events in select
ports of call, and a VIP evening at the Rio Carnaval,
as well as commemorative gifts and a $2,000
per-suite onboard credit.
After its inaugural season, Silver Spirit will spend
summer in the Mediterranean before repositioning to
the Caribbean for autumn and winter cruises.
After completing her inaugural
season, Silver Spirit will spend the summer in
the Mediterranean and then reposition to the
Caribbean for fall and winter cruises.
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VOYAGE LIST |
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Saildate |
Duration |
Voyage |
Voyage
Description |
| 23
Dec 2009 |
11 |
5901
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Barcelona to Lisbon |
| 03
Jan 2010 |
16 |
5001
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Lisbon to Fort
Lauderdale |
| 21
Jan 2010 |
9 |
5003
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Fort
Lauderdale to Bridgetown |
| 30
Jan 2010 |
21 |
5004
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Bridgetown to Buenos
Aires, Argentina |
| 20
Feb 2010 |
16 |
5005
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Buenos Aires, Argentina
to Santiago |
| 08
Mar 2010 |
14 |
5006
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Santiago to Acapulco,
Mexico |
| 22
Mar 2010 |
10 |
5007
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Acapulco, Mexico to Los
Angeles |
| 01
Apr 2010 |
1 |
5008
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Los
Angeles to Los Angeles |
| 02
Apr 2010 |
20 |
5009
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Los
Angeles to New York City |
| 02
Apr 2010 |
17 |
5009A |
Los
Angeles to Fort
Lauderdale |
| 23
Apr 2010 |
14 |
5011
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New
York City to Southampton |
| 08
May 2010 |
12 |
5013
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Southampton to Barcelona |
| 20
May 2010 |
9 |
5014
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Barcelona to Rome |
| 29
May 2010 |
7 |
5015
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Rome
to Venice |
| 05
Jun 2010 |
7 |
5016
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Venice to Athens |
| 12
Jun 2010 |
7 |
5017
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Athens to Istanbul |
| 19
Jun 2010 |
7 |
5018
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Istanbul to Istanbul |
| 26
Jun 2010 |
7 |
5019
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Istanbul to Athens |
| 03
Jul 2010 |
7 |
5020
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Athens to Rome |
| 10
Jul 2010 |
7 |
5021
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Rome
to Barcelona |
| 17
Jul 2010 |
7 |
5022
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Barcelona to Monte Carlo |
| 24
Jul 2010 |
7 |
5023
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Monte
Carlo to Rome |
| 31
Jul 2010 |
7 |
5024
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Rome
to Venice |
| 07
Aug 2010 |
7 |
5025
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Venice to Athens |
| 21
Aug 2010 |
7 |
5027
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Istanbul to Athens |
| 28
Aug 2010 |
7 |
5028
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Athens to Venice |
| 04
Sep 2010 |
7 |
5029
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Venice to Rome |
| 11
Sep 2010 |
7 |
5030
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Rome
to Barcelona |
| 18
Sep 2010 |
7 |
5031
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Barcelona to Lisbon |
| 25
Sep 2010 |
7 |
5032
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Lisbon to Monte Carlo |
| 02
Oct 2010 |
7 |
5033
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Monte
Carlo to Rome |
| 09
Oct 2010 |
7 |
5034
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Rome
to Barcelona |
| 16
Oct 2010 |
7 |
5035
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Barcelona to Lisbon |
| 23
Oct 2010 |
14 |
5036
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Lisbon to Bridgetown |
| 06
Nov 2010 |
7 |
5037
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Bridgetown to Bridgetown |
| 13
Nov 2010 |
9 |
5038
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Bridgetown to Fort
Lauderdale |
| 22
Nov 2010 |
10 |
5039
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Fort
Lauderdale to Fort
Lauderdale |
| 02
Dec 2010 |
9 |
5040
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Fort
Lauderdale to Bridgetown |
| 11
Dec 2010 |
9 |
5041
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Bridgetown to Fort
Lauderdale |
| 20
Dec 2010 |
14 |
5042
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Fort
Lauderdale to Fort
Lauderdale |
ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodations aboard Silver
Spirit are all-suite and
the largest in the Silversea
fleet. Each is a sumptuous
ocean-view retreat, and 95% of
all suites have a private teak
veranda. Suite features include
a separate sitting area, a
walk-in closet, and a marbled
bathroom with a double vanity
and full-size tub. Silversea's
in-suite dining option invites
you to enjoy breakfast in bed, a
late lunch or a romantic dinner
served course by course. With
unobtrusive, attentive skill,
your suite stewardess or butler
anticipates your every wish - a
level of service motivated only
by a desire to see you smile, as
Silversea fares cover all
onboard gratuities.
All suites
feature: Pommery Champagne upon
arrival, fresh fruit and
flowers, beverage cabinet
stocked to your preference,
European bath amenities, fine
bed linens, your choice of
pillow, plush robes and
slippers, personalised
stationery, daily news summary,
and twice daily suite service
plus turndown nightly.
OWNER'S SUITE
1,292 Sq. Ft. /120 M2
(Veranda 190 Sq. Ft. /18 M2
) for One Bedroom
1,668 Sq. Ft. /150 M2
(Veranda 190 Sq. Ft. /18 M2
) for Two Bedroom
Available as a one-bedroom
configuration or as two bedrooms
by adjoining with a Vista Suite.
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Large teak veranda with patio
furniture and floor-to-ceiling
glass doors
- Living room with sitting area;
two-bedroom has additional
sitting area
- Separate dining area
- Twin beds or queen-sized bed ;
two-bedroom has additional twin
beds or queen-sized bed
- Two marbled bathrooms with
double vanity, one with
full-sized
- Jacuzzi, plus a powder room;
two-bedroom has additional
marbled bathroom with shower
- Walk-in wardrobe(s) with
personal safe
- Vanity table(s) with hair
dryer
- Writing desk(s)
- CD player
- Flat-screen television(s) with
DVD and satellite reception
- Direct-dial telephone(s)
- Complimentary butler service
- Complimentary laundry service*
- Complimentary daily newspaper
of choice
*Does not include dry cleaning
or "press only"
GRAND SUITE
990 Sq. Ft. /92 M2
(Veranda 125 Sq. Ft. /12 M2
) for One Bedroom
1,302 Sq. Ft. /117 M2
(Veranda 190 Sq. Ft. /18 M2
) for Two Bedroom
Available as a one-bedroom
configuration or as two bedrooms
by adjoining with a Veranda
Suite.
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Two teak verandas with patio
furniture and floor-to-ceiling
glass doors; two-bedroom has
additional veranda
- Living room with sitting area;
two-bedroom has additional
sitting area
- Separate dining area
- Twin beds or queen-sized bed;
two-bedroom has additional twin
beds or queen-sized bed
- Marbled bathroom with double
vanity and full-sized Jacuzzi;
two-bedroom has additional
marbled bathroom with full-sized
bath
- Walk-in wardrobe(s) with
personal safe
- Vanity table(s) with hair
dryer
- Writing desk(s)
- CD player
- Flat-screen television(s) with
DVD and satellite reception
- Direct-dial telephone(s)
- Complimentary butler service
- Complimentary laundry service*
- Complimentary daily newspaper
of choice
*Does not include dry cleaning
or "press only"
SILVER SUITE
742 Sq. Ft. /69 M2
(Veranda 118 Sq. Ft. /10 – 11 M2
)
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Teak veranda with patio
furniture and floor-to-ceiling
glass doors
- Living room (with convertible
sofa to accommodate an
additional guest)
- Sitting area and dining area
- Twin beds or queen-sized bed
- Marbled bathroom with double
vanity, full-sized bath,
separate shower
- Walk-in Wardrobe with personal
safe
- Vanity table with hair dryer
- Writing desk
- CD player
- Flat-screen television with
DVD and satellite reception
- Direct-dial telephones
- Complimentary laundry service*
*Does not include dry cleaning
or "press only"
MIDSHIP VERANDA SUITE
376 Sq. Ft. / 35 M2
(Veranda 65 Sq. Ft. / 6 M2
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The Midship Veranda Suite
offers preferred central
location with identical
accommodation to a Veranda
Suite.
Some Veranda Suites
accommodate three guests.
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Teak veranda with patio
furniture and floor-to-ceiling
glass doors
- Sitting area
- Twin beds or queen-sized bed
- Marbled bathroom with vanity,
full-sized bath, separate shower
- Walk-in Wardrobe with personal
safe
- Vanity table with hair dryer
- Writing desk
- Flat-screen television with
DVD and satellite reception
- Direct-dial telephone
VERANDA SUITE
376 Sq. Ft. / 35 M2
(Veranda 65 Sq. Ft. / 6 M2
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Some Veranda Suites
accommodate three guests.
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Teak veranda with patio
furniture and floor-to-ceiling
glass doors
- Sitting area
- Twin beds or queen-sized bed
- Marbled bathroom with vanity,
full-sized bath, separate shower
- Walk-in Wardrobe with personal
safe
- Vanity table with hair dryer
- Writing desk
- Flat-screen television with
DVD and satellite reception
-Direct-dial telephone
VISTA SUITE
312 Sq. Ft. /29 M2
Some Vista Suites
accommodate three guests.
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Large picture window providing
panoramic ocean views
- Sitting area
- Twin beds or queen-sized bed
- Marbled bathroom with vanity,
full-sized bath, separate shower
- Walk-in Wardrobe with personal
safe
- Vanity table with hair dryer
- Writing desk
- Flat-screen television with
DVD and satellite reception
- Direct-dial telephone
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