Seabourn Sojourn sails June 2010

[norm2002]

Now we have the name and christening location!

 

The second new ship will be known as the Seabourn Sojourn and will be christened in June 2010 at Greenwich, London.

 

Greenwich is a wonderful choice because of its associations with maritime history as well, of course, as being the place where the 0° longtitude was born.

 

More info on the naming is at the Seabourn blogg and the new press release says this

 

LONDON, November 20, 2008----The Yachts of Seabourn is excited to announce the next highly anticipated ultra-luxury yacht will be named Seabourn Sojourn in a glittering ceremony in London in June 2010 before sailing on its 14-day Maiden Voyage. Launching Seabourn Sojourn in London marks a significant commitment by The Yachts of Seabourn to the UK cruise market.

 

“London has always been a great destination for our Seabourn yachts,” noted Seabourn president and CEO Pamela Conover. “We have earned a large and loyal following of repeat cruise guests from the UK, and we are proud to debut our beautiful new vessel in London.

 

In the long term, the UK represents a huge growth market for Seabourn as UK cruisers look for a more intimate, personal experience offering exceptional value for money, all of which can be found on our yachts. As such, I am delighted to announce that Seabourn Sojourn’s Maiden Voyages will be departing from the UK, providing this market with an unparalleled ultra-luxury cruise product.”

 

Sailing from Greenwich on its Maiden Voyage, ports of call include the Faroe Islands, Iceland and the Norwegian Fjords. Sojourn’s Maiden Season in the northern waters offers the most luxurious and spacious cruise experience in the region, although the yacht is still small enough to reach destinations larger vessels simply cannot reach. Fares and detailed itineraries will be announced in February 2009.

 

Like its sister Seabourn Odyssey, launching in June 2009, Seabourn Sojourn provides the most exclusive all-suite accommodation available at sea, with 225 suites in total, 90% of which have private verandahs. Top of the range suites include Wintergarden Suites with private conservatories and verandahs, and Signature Suites with sweeping verandahs and unrivalled views facing forward. All suites feature separate living areas and bedrooms, writing desks with personalised stationery, iPod and MP3 connections and spacious granite bathrooms with separate bath and shower and twin sinks.

 

The two-deck, state of the art Spa features Spa Villas which can be reserved for hours of pure indulgence and relaxation. The new vessels offer four dining venues, including a spacious open-seating Restaurant capable of seating all guests. There are six bars and lounges serving a full range of beverages including fine wines and spirits with Seabourn’s compliments.

 

Seabourn Sojourn is the second of three 450-guest vessels being added to The Yachts of Seabourn’s fleet of intimate, yacht-like cruisers, which have won numerous awards and consistent acclaim for highly personalised service, sumptuous, all-suite accommodation, superb cuisine and exceptional delivery of the most desirable destinations worldwide whilst continuing to offer exceptional value for money. The first, Seabourn Odyssey, will debut at Venice in June of 2009, and a third, as yet un-named, is due in 2011.

 

Press information/images:

georgina/samantha@sadlerandco.com

The Yachts of Seabourn

Sadler&co

Reservations: 0845 070 0500

Tel: 020 7581 4111

 

Notes to Editors:

The Yachts of Seabourn is a proud member of World’s Leading Cruise Lines. The exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line and Costa Cruises. The Yachts of Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL and NYSE: CUK ), and supports the Ocean Conservation & Tourism Alliance, dedicated to education and promotion of best practices for protecting the marine environment.

 

It's just a shame she can't fit under Tower Bridge!

[Martita B.]

Exciting news!!! Congratulations go to Ruth Berman, Lake Worth, Florida for guessing the name ~~Seabourn Sojourn.

Ruth wins a Sojourn voyage for 2 in either year of 2010 or 2011.

Happy and safe Weekend!:p

Martita B.

[Tony & Trevor]

Norm,

 

Thank you. Very interesting article.

 

Martha, we heard from the good Capt last night speaking very highly of you-life and soul of the party!

tried to mail you but 'came back'-have you changed your email address?

 

kind regards

 

Tony

[Martita B.]

Tony & Trevor

Captain Dexter WAS the life of the party~~I just supplied him with his "fun props!" One morning he came to my "Martita Mart" and selected all his event "goodies!" Was akin to a 4th Grader! We surely had a fine, fun Crossing ~~~

No, I've not changed my e-mail addreess ~~I'll e-mail you this morning ~~

Happy weekend!

MB

[Tony & Trevor]

Martha,

 

Thank you. Your mail came through some 10 minutes ago. Replied and also sent you the one I had originally sent to you-both returned-very odd!

 

The good Capt states you were the SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT OFFICER !!!

 

Kind regards

 

Tony

[bahrain_not_dubai!]

Great news! It should be a brilliant place to launch the ship and should be a great chrisnting from Greenwich! I would really like it if the last ship is called the Seabourn Signet to remind us all of the first name they had.

[CruisinMatt]

Thanks Norm - I love the name!