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SEATTLE, February 23, 2016 - Seabourn is offering a wide selection of Combination
Voyages in Europe this summer, featuring added savings and extensive opportunities
for travelers to explore more of Europe, from the beautiful coastlines of the
French, Spanish and Italian Rivieras to the picturesque Greek Isles to the
stunning Norwegian fjords. Guests who combine two or more cruises will
receive additional savings of up to 15 percent.
"Many of our Europe cruises are designed as seven-day cruises but are
combinable for two to four weeks allowing guests to create itineraries that
are very rich in port content," said John Delaney, Seabourn's senior
vice president of global marketing and sales. "Our combination voyages
are ideal for travelers seeking to visit many beautiful destinations
throughout the Mediterranean and Northern Europe."
Examples of Seabourn's Combination Voyages in Europe 2016 include:
Seabourn Odyssey
is offering 14-day European Combination Cruises in the eastern Mediterranean,
with fares starting from $4,999 per person with complimentary veranda
upgrades. The Aegean Odyssey sails roundtrip from Athens
(Piraeus), Greece to Barcelona, Spain on May 28, June 25, July 23, August 20,
September 17 and October 15, 2016, calling at 13 ports and featuring
Seabourn's exclusive Evening at Ephesus complimentary shore event. The
14-day Adriatic & Aegean Isles cruises depart Venice to
Istanbul on June 18, July 16, August 13, September 10 and October 8, 2016,
featuring 13 port visits, the line's Evening at Ephesus event, as well
as a planned Marina Day at Primosten, Croatia on the Dalmatian Coast.
In the Western Mediterranean, Seabourn
Sojourn is offering a 21-day Mediterranean Nights voyage roundtrip from Monte
Carlo, with fares starting at $8,999 per person. Departing August 11 and
October 6, 2016, Seabourn
Sojourn will visit 18 charming ports and towns along the Spanish
and French Rivieras, the stunning Amalfi Coast in Italy, and idyllic islands
such as Malta, Corsica and Sardinia. In addition, two Marina Days are planned
at Amalfi and San Remo, Italy.
In Northern Europe, Seabourn
Quest will offer 21-day Combination voyages between Stockholm and
Copenhagen on May 21, May 28, June 18 and June 25, 2016, with rates starting
from $9,999 per person. These voyages will explore the majestic fjords of
Norway, and the best of Scandinavia and the Baltic, offering scenic Fjord
cruising and three days in St. Petersburg. These cruises will also feature
the line's popular "Ventures by Seabourn" excursions, an
innovative optional program of Zodiac and kayak excursions led by Seabourn Quest's
expedition team of respected naturalists, science, wildlife and historical
experts. Available at select ports, Ventures by Seabourn will lead guests
through picturesque waterways and fjords, secluded inlets and to scenic
islands via sturdy, stable Zodiac inflatable boats or paddling in double sea
kayaks launched from the unique fold-out water sports marina.
In addition, Seabourn's 2016 Europe season will include stops at a number of
ports that are home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These itineraries will offer
optional World Heritage Tours to visit these historic sites, as well as
special Discovery Tours, featuring exclusive enhanced content developed in
cooperation with UNESCO World Heritage site managers and tour experts.
The Europe season will offer many of the line's signature and unique
experiences. In various ports throughout the Mediterranean and Northern
Europe, the three ships will feature the popular "Shopping with the Chef" excursion, where a
small group of guests accompany the executive chef to local markets to learn
about local produce and see how the freshest ingredients are selected to
create exquisite dishes onboard. Seabourn
Sojourn and Seabourn
Odyssey will offer the hallmark "Marina Day"
experience, featuring complimentary watersports from the ships' fold-out
watersports platform at some of the most scenic ports in the Mediterranean.
In addition, many of Seabourn
Odyssey's itineraries will include Kusadasi, Turkey, featuring
Seabourn's signature complimentary Evening at Ephesus, a private
classical concert in the ancient ruins under the stars.
The three ships garnered rave reviews and acclaim as "game
changers" for the luxury cruise segment when they entered service beginning
with Seabourn Odyssey
in 2009, and followed by Seabourn
Sojourn in 2010 and Seabourn
Quest in 2011. The ships offer key elements that set the line
apart: spacious, thoughtfully appointed suites, most with verandas; superb
dining in a choice of venues; open bars throughout the ship; fine wines
poured at lunch and dinner; award-winning personalized service and a relaxed,
sociable atmosphere. At 32,000 tons and carrying just 458 guests each, the
ships provide one of the highest ratios of space per guest in the industry
and unmatched levels of personalized service from nearly one staff member per
guest.
For additional information or reservations about Seabourn's 2016 Europe
season, please contact a professional travel advisor, call Seabourn at
1-800-929-9391 or visit www.seabourn.com. For more Information:
Irene Lui
(206) 626-9122 or ilui@seabourn.com
or
Ariana Bannos
Hawkins International Public Relations
(212) 255-6541 or Ariana@hawkpr.com
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