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Seabourn Unveils Design Plans For Flagship
Steel Cut for First of Two New Ultra Luxury Yachts
MIAMI, May 30
After months of detailed planning, on May 9 the first steel plates
were cut for The Yachts of Seabourn's newest, largest vessel, the
first addition to the ultra luxury segment of the cruise industry in
six years. In all, more than 8,500 tons of steel will be cut and
welded to form the sleek hull and graceful superstructure of the
line's $250 million flagship, which is scheduled to enter service in
mid-June 2009.
The yet-unnamed vessel is being designed by the renowned architecture
firm of Yran & Storbraaten of Norway and constructed in Italy by T.
Mariotti S.p.A., leaders in the construction of mega-yachts and
intimate cruising vessels. The ship's designers have mirrored the
distinctive silhouette of the existing Seabourn Pride, Spirit and
Legend while adding additional facilities and amenities. Indeed, past
guests will appreciate a familiar scheme to the general layout of
public rooms and accommodations.
"We've been careful to incorporate Seabourn's signature features while
designing the next generation of ultra luxury ship to satisfy the
desires of a new generation of luxury travelers," said Pamela C.
Conover, the line's president and CEO.
Seabourn's grand, new yacht will offer more dining options, more types
of suites, more verandas, more entertainment venues and enhanced spa
and recreational facilities. Although three times the size of her
smaller 10,000- ton sister ships, the new vessel will carry just over
twice as many guests (450 passengers), boasting among the highest
space-per-guest ratio (71.1) in the cruise industry.
13 Categories of Suites
In response to feedback from past passengers, the new ship will offer
a range of luxury accommodations. Seven of its 11 passenger decks will
feature 225 ocean-view suites, measuring from 277 to over 1,300 square
feet. Approximately 90 percent of the suites will include private
verandas providing from 68 to 344 square feet of outdoor living space.
Decks 9 and 10 are home to 22 penthouses with 450-square-foot
interiors and verandas measuring nearly 100 square feet.
The most expansive guest quarters on board will be five Owners Suites
that measure over 700 square feet (including veranda) and four,
two-bedroom Grand Suites providing over 1300 square feet of private
living space. All suites will feature granite bathrooms, with separate
tub and shower, twin sinks and a stunning glass vanity.
Four Dining Venues
Guests can enjoy superb cuisine in a choice of four venues: The
Restaurant -- the ship's gourmet, open-seating dining room, where
guests savor multi- course dinner menus designed by acclaimed
celebrity chef Charlie Palmer; Veranda Cafe -- a stylish, yet casual
restaurant serving regional specialties, with both indoor and outdoor
seating; Restaurant 2 -- an elegant and intimate specialty restaurant
featuring innovative tasting menus; and Patio Grill -- where guests
can enjoy pizza and grilled items, poolside. In addition to a 24-hour,
in-suite service menu, during dinner hours guests can order from The
Restaurant menu, dining course-by-course if they wish.
Six Open Bars
Anticipating the desires of sophisticated travelers, the newest
addition to the Seabourn fleet will offer a selection of lounges and
bars to satisfy a myriad of moods and entertainment styles. With an
open-bar policy that ensures fine wines, champagnes and spirits flow
freely, choices will include:
Grand Salon -- the main showroom and home to Seabourn's dance band,
features a unique living room-like foyer furnished with inviting
booths and arm chairs, in addition to tiered banquettes that surround
the dance floor.
The Club -- with both indoor and outdoor seating, is where a pianist,
duo or trio will perform a variety of musical genres throughout the
evening.
Sky Bar -- this popular icon of the existing Seabourn yachts overlooks
the ship's central, outdoor living space: Poolside Patio.
Patio Bar -- in the evenings, guests can enjoy live, alfresco
entertainment, weather permitting.
Coffee Bar -- situated portside at Seabourn Square, traditional
Italian espresso, cappuccino and café latte are complimented by
champagne, wine and spirits.
With a dramatic square bar as its focal point, the ship's
forward-facing observation lounge is located atop the navigational
bridge and boasts panoramic views; high-powered, motion-dampened
spotting scopes and binoculars- behind-the-bar for use by patrons.
Other Facilities & Amenities
Seabourn Square -- the heart of the ship and home to the pursers and
tour desks, Internet center, library and three duty-free retail shops.
The Marina -- a beloved icon of the current Seabourn fleet, a
fold-down teak platform provides a staging area for guests to enjoy
complimentary water sports including waterskiing from the ship's own
speed boat, banana boat rides, paddleboats and kayaks.
Sun Terraces -- Stepped terraces, on Deck 11, at the ship's highest
and furthest-forward point, are home to another intriguing amenity.
There, protected by a glass windbreak, guests will find a terraced
enclave furnished with large sun-beds.
Spa at Seabourn -- With a thallasso whirlpool as its focal point, the
spa will feature his and hers Finnish saunas, a selection of aromatic
steam rooms, separate gym and aerobics areas and two outdoor decks,
for exclusive use by spa guests.
Swimming pools and whirlpools -- Guests can choose from swimming pools
on Decks 8 and 5, plus a total of seven whirlpools. For more
information on Seabourn's new flagship, contact a travel agent.
The Yachts of Seabourn provides the ultimate in ultra luxury cruise
vacations to the most desirable destinations on earth and is a proud
member of the World's Leading Cruise Lines. Our exclusive alliance
also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Princess
Cruises, Cunard Line, and Costa Cruises. Sharing a passion to please
each guest, and a commitment to quality and value, our member lines
appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. Together we offer
exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world's most desirable
destinations. Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc
(NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), and supports the Ocean Conservation &
Tourism Alliance, dedicated to education and promotion of best
practices for protecting the marine environment.
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