YEAR 2008

Silver Links cruises for well
heeled golf enthusiasts

October 2, 2007- Silversea Cruises will once again host its popular Silver Links golf programme on 12 diverse itineraries aboard Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper in 2008.

The programme offers golf enthusiasts the chance to perfect their swing on 35 of the most beautiful and challenging courses in 16 countries and island destinations throughout the South Pacific, Mediterranean, Caribbean and Mexico.

Said Silversea spokesman David Morris: "Our golf cruises are an excellent option for the affluent traveller looking to hone his or her game on the finest international links and fairways. Avid golfers of all levels can combine a luxury vacation with the chance to enjoy guided golf excursions and priority tee times at some of the world's most celebrated courses."

The Silver Links voyages offer optional golfing excursions in multiple ports arranged and escorted by the ship's golf professional. From the breathtaking Pacific scenery of the Kauri Cliffs Golf Club in New Zealand's Bay of Islands, to the narrow fairways and mountain terrain of the elegant Monte Carlo Golf Club, to the rolling topography and saltwater canals of the Club de Golf Marina Ixtapa in Zihuatanejo, Mexico, guests will have a chance to perfect their game at some of the world's most challenging and revered championship courses.

The escorted, optional golfing excursions vary in price from course to course and include transfers to and from the select golf courses, pull or power-drive carts (where available), green and any applicable caddy fees. Golf clubs can be rented for as little as $45 per day with multiple-day and equipment packages available.

Golfers have the option to further hone their skills aboard ship with sophisticated split-screen swing analysis utilising the most advanced V1 digital coaching system, the same software selected by PGA.com as their preferred instructional technology.  The cost for private swing analysis starts at just $30.

On each of these exciting voyages rich in golf destinations, guests will also have the opportunity to advance their game aboard ship with the help of a certified PGA-classed golf professional, who is available to organise personalised instruction, group clinics, demonstrations and even putting contests.  While some group activities are complimentary, there is a fee for private lessons.

Guests aboard Silver Links voyages will also enjoy spacious, ocean-view accommodations, most with private veranda, award-winning gourmet cuisine, personalised service, warm Italian hospitality, and Silversea's unmatched selection of all-inclusive shipboard amenities, including complimentary beverages, wines and spirits served throughout the ship, 24-hour room service, stocked in-suite beverage cabinet and all gratuities.