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FREE Air valid select 2010 voyages booked by December 31, 2009.**
Reserve your ocean-view suite today! Contact your travel agent Jon Haraty at (866) 506 1928 Ext 1 or Email me at jharaty@adventureluxurytravel.com. For more information, visit Silversea.com.
*TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Fares shown are cruise-only, per guest, in US Dollars based on double occupancy in a Vista Suite and include any applicable Silver Savings of 50%-60%. Savings are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time. Port charges, government fees and taxes between $325 and $500 are additional (varies by voyage). Single supplements range from 25%-100% of the double occupancy fare, based on sailings and suite category, and are subject to availability. $1,000 Onboard Spending Credit is valid on select 2009 voyage bookings made by December 31, 2009. Bookings that are cancelled and re-booked do not qualify. Offer is per double occupancy suite, not per voyage. Single occupancy suites will receive a $500 Onboard Spending Credit. Other restrictions may apply. **FREE ECONOMY & SPECIALLY PRICED AIR: Offered on select 2010 voyages booked by December 31, 2009. Free Economy & Specially Priced Air packages are available from select US and Canadian gateways in Economy Class and include transfers between airport/pier on embarkation and disembarkation days. Silversea reserves the right to select the air carrier, routing and departure airport from each gateway city. Free & Specially Priced Air promotion available only to the first two guests in a suite, not valid for 3rd and 4th guests.
Ships' registry: Bahamas. All information contained herein is accurate and in effect at time of writing.
On a journey that celebrates the wonder of nature, discover the wilds of Africa, the serenity of the Seychelles, and the rich history and beauty of India.
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Feb 9, Tuesday Cape Town, South Africa (overnight) » Embark pm With majestic Table Mountain as a backdrop, Cape Town occupies one of the most dramatic locations in the world. Its eclectic mix of architectural styles reflects the tastes and dictates of the past, in tandem with the 20th century's more functional demands. Edwardian and Victorian buildings have been meticulously preserved and there are several outstanding examples of Cape Dutch architecture. Cobble-stoned streets, mosques and the flat-roofed pastel houses of the Malay Quarter showcase the city's cosmopolitan ambiance. Nearby, images of seafaring activities from the 1800s are evoked at the recently-restored Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. Magnificent Cape Town is justifiably famous as the "Mother City" of South Africa.
Feb 10, Wednesday Cape Town, South Africa » 6 pm With majestic Table Mountain as a backdrop, Cape Town occupies one of the most dramatic locations in the world. Its eclectic mix of architectural styles reflects the tastes and dictates of the past, in tandem with the 20th century's more functional demands. Edwardian and Victorian buildings have been meticulously preserved and there are several outstanding examples of Cape Dutch architecture. Cobble-stoned streets, mosques and the flat-roofed pastel houses of the Malay Quarter showcase the city's cosmopolitan ambiance. Nearby, images of seafaring activities from the 1800s are evoked at the recently-restored Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. Magnificent Cape Town is justifiably famous as the "Mother City" of South Africa.
Feb 11, Thursday Cruising the Indian Ocean » Your Day at Sea, Enrich. Entertain. Escape. Adjust the compass of your mood and design your day exactly as you wish: pamper yourself at the Feng Shui-inspired Crystal Spa, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center or Walk-on-Water along our 360o Promenade Deck; teach yourself something new with complimentary language lessons by Berlitz or piano instruction with Yamaha; enhance your computer skills at our Computer University@Sea or learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging lecture series; sneak away to watch recently-released movies in the Hollywood Theater, shop our luxury boutiques, or simply relax by one of our tranquil pools. From Tai Chi and yoga to PGA golf instruction and paddle tennis on full-size courts, today is all about you. As evening arrives, dine on the inspired cuisines of Nobu Matsuhisa, Piero Selvaggio and Crystal’s own acclaimed chefs, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lavish Broadway-style productions, intimate lounges, a pulsing dance club or our action-packed Crystal Casino. The choices are yours.
Feb 12, Friday Port Elizabeth, South Africa » 8 am 6 pm Port Elizabeth’s location at the end of the Garden Route hints at what makes the town so appealing. Certainly, it has its share of cultural attractions, including the King George VI Art Gallery, which houses treasures such as 19th- and 20th-century British art and Oriental miniatures. But the real gems of the area are of the out-of-doors type. In addition to being famous for its fine beaches and mild climate, Port Elizabeth (often shortened to “PE”) is considered the water sports capital of South Africa, with scuba diving, game fishing and kiteboarding being ever-popular pursuits. Wildlife is revered and closely observable at numerous eco-centered attractions, including the Oceanarium, showcasing daily dolphin and seal shows, and the Snake Park & Tropical House, home to exotic and indigenous snakes and featuring streams, waterfalls and free-flying birds. The area outside of town offers exciting game-viewing opportunities, with the Addo Elephant Park being a particular highlight.
Feb 13, Saturday Cruising the Indian Ocean » Your Day at Sea, Enrich. Entertain. Escape.
Adjust the compass of your mood and design your day exactly as you wish: pamper yourself at the Feng Shui-inspired Crystal Spa, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center or Walk-on-Water along our 360o Promenade Deck; teach yourself something new with complimentary language lessons by Berlitz or piano instruction with Yamaha; enhance your computer skills at our Computer University@Sea or learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging lecture series; sneak away to watch recently-released movies in the Hollywood Theater, shop our luxury boutiques, or simply relax by one of our tranquil pools. From Tai Chi and yoga to PGA golf instruction and paddle tennis on full-size courts, today is all about you. As evening arrives, dine on the inspired cuisines of Nobu Matsuhisa, Piero Selvaggio and Crystal’s own acclaimed chefs, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lavish Broadway-style productions, intimate lounges, a pulsing dance club or our action-packed Crystal Casino. The choices are yours.
Feb 14, Sunday Durban, South Africa » 7 am 5 pm With a subtropical climate and golden beaches lining its shores, Durban is one of South Africa's most popular holiday destinations. It embodies an intriguing blend of Eastern, Western and African influences. Along the palm-fringed beachfront, Zulu women sell beads and baskets while colorful rickshaw pullers pose for photographs. Just minutes away from the office blocks, theaters and shops of the business center, is a world of mosques, temples oriental festivals and bazaars, fragrant with spice and incense. The city's cosmopolitan charm even extends to its many inviting restaurants, which offer mouth-watering cuisine from around the world. Since a recent facelift, several thoroughfares have been converted into pedestrian malls complete with sidewalk cafes, shrubs and palm trees; portions of the road network have been upgraded to promote easier traffic flow; and the main beaches have been widened and enhanced with new facilities. Durban is truly the "Golden Mile" of South Africa.
Feb 15, Monday - Feb 17, Wednesday Cruising the Indian Ocean & Mozambique Channel » Your Day at Sea, Enrich. Entertain. Escape. Adjust the compass of your mood and design your day exactly as you wish: pamper yourself at the Feng Shui-inspired Crystal Spa, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center or Walk-on-Water along our 360o Promenade Deck; teach yourself something new with complimentary language lessons by Berlitz or piano instruction with Yamaha; enhance your computer skills at our Computer University@Sea or learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging lecture series; sneak away to watch recently-released movies in the Hollywood Theater, shop our luxury boutiques, or simply relax by one of our tranquil pools. From Tai Chi and yoga to PGA golf instruction and paddle tennis on full-size courts, today is all about you. As evening arrives, dine on the inspired cuisines of Nobu Matsuhisa, Piero Selvaggio and Crystal’s own acclaimed chefs, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lavish Broadway-style productions, intimate lounges, a pulsing dance club or our action-packed Crystal Casino. The choices are yours.
Feb 18, Thursday Zanzibar, Tanzania » 7 am 5 pm Off the coast of Tanzania lies Zanzibar, an island imbued with exotic local spices and fruits, such as clove, lemon grass, jackfruit and mango. Allow the aroma of these enticing scents to guide you as you explore this fascinating town, from its intricately carved doors and grand palaces, to the formidable forts and sugar-white beaches. Peruse the market for a lovely keepsake of this unique place, or simply enjoy a cool drink in Old Stone Town.
Feb 19, Friday Mombasa, Kenya » 8 am 6 pm Mombasa lies on a coral island linked to the mainland by causeways. This is Kenya's second-largest city and its chief port.
A long and complex history surrounds this bustling center. By the end of the 15th century, it was a well-established part of the trade routes and was much coveted by the Portuguese, who aimed to control the East's sources of wealth.
Foreigners have frequented Mombasa and its harbor for hundreds of years. Glimpsed from the winding streets of Old Town, it is a city cloaked in Middle Eastern mystery. Portuguese influence lingers on, while the intermingling of African, Arab and Indian cultures provides an exotic and colorful atmosphere.
White beaches border ink-blue Indian Ocean waters along the adjacent coast. However, most visitors find the allure of Kenya's vast interior game reserves irresistible.
Feb 20, Saturday - Feb 21, Sunday Cruising the Indian Ocean » Your Day at Sea, Enrich. Entertain. Escape. Adjust the compass of your mood and design your day exactly as you wish: pamper yourself at the Feng Shui-inspired Crystal Spa, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center or Walk-on-Water along our 360o Promenade Deck; teach yourself something new with complimentary language lessons by Berlitz or piano instruction with Yamaha; enhance your computer skills at our Computer University@Sea or learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging lecture series; sneak away to watch recently-released movies in the Hollywood Theater, shop our luxury boutiques, or simply relax by one of our tranquil pools. From Tai Chi and yoga to PGA golf instruction and paddle tennis on full-size courts, today is all about you. As evening arrives, dine on the inspired cuisines of Nobu Matsuhisa, Piero Selvaggio and Crystal’s own acclaimed chefs, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lavish Broadway-style productions, intimate lounges, a pulsing dance club or our action-packed Crystal Casino. The choices are yours.
Feb 22, Monday Mahé/Victoria, Seychelles » 8 am 5 pm The capital city of Victoria lies on Mahé, the largest of the 115 Seychelles islands. These are the luxuriant garden jewels of the Indian Ocean where exotic trees edge beaches of fine white sand.
Mahé is a mere 17 miles long and less than five miles wide. Coconut plantations surround its majestic granite peaks which rise to a height of 3,000 feet. Mahé was uninhabited until the French arrived in 1768, and today this culture remains predominant despite over 180 years of British rule.
Although Victoria itself contains somewhat limited attractions, there is a certain quaint charm in the tin roofs and board verandas of its architecture. The true magnificence of the Seychelles lies beyond city limits, as you explore these islands' stunning natural beauty.
Feb 23, Tuesday - Feb 24, Wednesday Cruising the Indian Ocean & Crossing the Equator » Your Day at Sea, Enrich. Entertain. Escape. Adjust the compass of your mood and design your day exactly as you wish: pamper yourself at the Feng Shui-inspired Crystal Spa, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center or Walk-on-Water along our 360o Promenade Deck; teach yourself something new with complimentary language lessons by Berlitz or piano instruction with Yamaha; enhance your computer skills at our Computer University@Sea or learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging lecture series; sneak away to watch recently-released movies in the Hollywood Theater, shop our luxury boutiques, or simply relax by one of our tranquil pools. From Tai Chi and yoga to PGA golf instruction and paddle tennis on full-size courts, today is all about you. As evening arrives, dine on the inspired cuisines of Nobu Matsuhisa, Piero Selvaggio and Crystal’s own acclaimed chefs, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lavish Broadway-style productions, intimate lounges, a pulsing dance club or our action-packed Crystal Casino. The choices are yours.
Feb 25, Thursday Malé, Republic of Maldives » 12 n 6 pm The island of Malé (pronounced "maaley") is among the largest of the group known as the Maldives. It is a tiny dot of land covering an area of approximately one square mile with a population of over 70,000. Throughout history, it has been this country's political, business and cultural center.
Malé lies to the north, among the 1,100 miniscule coral islets of the Maldives' archipelago. Sugar-white beaches are sanctuary to countless sea birds, while coral reefs host an endless variety of exotic fish and marine life.
Must-see attractions are few. However, nature has more than compensated with the bountiful gifts it has provided this serene land.
Feb 26, Friday Cruising the Indian Ocean » Your Day at Sea, Enrich. Entertain. Escape. Adjust the compass of your mood and design your day exactly as you wish: pamper yourself at the Feng Shui-inspired Crystal Spa, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center or Walk-on-Water along our 360o Promenade Deck; teach yourself something new with complimentary language lessons by Berlitz or piano instruction with Yamaha; enhance your computer skills at our Computer University@Sea or learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging lecture series; sneak away to watch recently-released movies in the Hollywood Theater, shop our luxury boutiques, or simply relax by one of our tranquil pools. From Tai Chi and yoga to PGA golf instruction and paddle tennis on full-size courts, today is all about you. As evening arrives, dine on the inspired cuisines of Nobu Matsuhisa, Piero Selvaggio and Crystal’s own acclaimed chefs, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lavish Broadway-style productions, intimate lounges, a pulsing dance club or our action-packed Crystal Casino. The choices are yours.
Feb 27, Saturday Cochin, India » 7 am 10 pm Cochin, the commercial hub of the Indian state of Kerala, has a magnificent natural harbor which has attracted overseas traders for hundreds of years. Ancient mariners from Arabia, Holland, Britain and Portugal have all left their mark on this cosmopolitan city, which is often called the "Queen of the Arabian Sea." This diverse influence has generated Cochin's uniquely cosmopolitan atmosphere and interesting architectural styles. Crystal Serenity's premier call at this city of peninsulas and islands will introduce you to a region rarely visited by cruise ships.
Feb 28, Sunday Cruising the Arabian Sea » Your Day at Sea, Enrich. Entertain. Escape. Adjust the compass of your mood and design your day exactly as you wish: pamper yourself at the Feng Shui-inspired Crystal Spa, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center or Walk-on-Water along our 360o Promenade Deck; teach yourself something new with complimentary language lessons by Berlitz or piano instruction with Yamaha; enhance your computer skills at our Computer University@Sea or learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging lecture series; sneak away to watch recently-released movies in the Hollywood Theater, shop our luxury boutiques, or simply relax by one of our tranquil pools. From Tai Chi and yoga to PGA golf instruction and paddle tennis on full-size courts, today is all about you. As evening arrives, dine on the inspired cuisines of Nobu Matsuhisa, Piero Selvaggio and Crystal’s own acclaimed chefs, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lavish Broadway-style productions, intimate lounges, a pulsing dance club or our action-packed Crystal Casino. The choices are yours.
Mar 1, Monday Marmagao, India » 8 am 5 pm Admiring the beauty of the palm-fringed beaches of Goa, the Indian state where Marmagao is located, you might think you are in the South Pacific. As you further explore the area, you might then begin to wonder if you are in Spain or Portugal.
Indeed, this slice of India offers a unique combination of tropical scenery and Latin American culture. Portugal colonized part of Goa in the 16th century, building churches, red-roofed houses and fortified towns along the way. Today, travelers peek into India's history with visits to the region's interesting cities, including the religious and educational center of Pilar and the capital of Panaji, where traditional Latin-style buildings mix agreeably with modern architecture.
Mar 2, Tuesday Mumbai (Bombay), India » 8 am India contains a bewildering variety of tribes, religions, cultures and languages-and most are present in Mumbai, one of the world's most densely populated cities. Remnants of British rule along oceanfront Marine Drive stand alongside the thought-provoking former home of Mahatma Gandhi, and the cave temple at Elephant with its second-century Hindu gods.
Maiden call for Crystal Cruises.
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