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Prince launches new expedition era
In the heart of Monte Carlo's harbour, the expedition ship Prince Albert II officially joined the Silversea fleet on June 3, 2008, during a naming ceremony in the presence of Prince Albert II of Monaco.
Guests raised their glasses in a toast when the red and white ribbon, representing the heraldic colours of the Grimaldi family, was cut by the prince, marking the launch of a new era in expedition cruising - one that will offer authentic and respectful adventures from a base of easy-going luxury.
And, in time-honoured tradition, the dedication included a blessing of the ship by Monsignor Fabrice Gallo, Prelate of the Pope of Rome.
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Special guest lecturers to highlight four Prince Albert II expeditions
May 17, 2008 - Silversea has tapped two special guest lecturers, Jon Vidar Sigurdsson and Jon Bowermaster, to each host two of four extraordinary expeditions during the inaugural season of its newest ship, the Prince Albert II.
Sigurdsson will headline the enrichment programme aboard the "Svalbard and Iceland" expedition, departing 12 July for 18 days from Tromso to Reykjavik and the "Greenland Exploration," departing Reykjavik 30 July on a 16-day journey to St John's, Newfoundland.
Bowermaster is slated to host the "Journey to South America", departing 12 October on a 22-day expedition from Acapulco to Santiago and the already-sold-out "Chilean Fjords Highlights" voyage, sailing 3 November from Santiago to Ushuaia.
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Exploring Northern Europe in summer 2008
May 9, 2008 - This summer Silversea Cruises is offering 19 diverse itineraries of six to 15 days, designed to reveal the quaint harbour towns, romantic countryside and grand historic ports of Northern Europe and the Baltic in the up-close, personal style only small ships can provide.
Accommodating just 296 guests, the intimate Silver Cloud and Silver Wind are specifically designed to navigate narrow waterways and channels, offering an irresistible Northern Europe programme that includes the possibility to journey up the Gironde River to uncork the fine wines of Bordeaux; sail under the Tower Bridge into the heart of London; travel up the Neva River to call in the centre of St Petersburg; or cruise into Norway's narrowest nooks.
Says Trudy Redfern, Silversea's UK and Ireland Managing Director: "These itineraries will appeal to the sophisticated luxury traveller seeking a more intimate, in-depth exploration of Northern Europe," "Guests on these voyages will enjoy mind-enriching presentations complemented by shore adventures that are carefully designed to create a meaningful connection to the people, places and cultures visited."
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Silversea brochure goes online
November 20, 2007 - Silversea Cruises' first ever e-brochure is now live on its website.
The e-brochure is located within the left-hand navigation bar on the website's home page and features all of Silversea's 140 itineraries for 2008 which include 340 ports in 116 countries worldwide.
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Setting the Olympic stage
October 26, 2007 - Recognising China's special allure in the run up to next year's summer Olympics, Silversea Cruises is offering guests on Silver Shadow's World Cruise 2008 a glimpse of what to expect in Beijing.
A collection of optional overland adventures will showcase the country's rich history and fascinating culture, along with the stunning new National Stadium and the iridescent National Aquatics Centre, known as the Water Cube, both specially constructed for the Olympics. Said a Silversea spokesman: "It is an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the past, present and future all converging on one great city."
The programmes are available on Silver Shadow's 21-day Ode to a Peaceful Sea segment, departing February 8 from Honolulu to Hong Kong, and Harmonies of Legend and Legacy, a 14-day journey from Hong Kong to Singapore from March 1.

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.
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Silver sailings on more than 50 cruises
August 20, 2007 - Silversea has unveiled its Silver Sailings for 2008 which offer exceptional savings opportunities of up to 50 per cent on more than 50 Silversea voyages in 2008.
The ultra-luxury cruise company has just rolled out its most generous savings programme, the Silver Sailing incentive, with savings of up to 50 per cent available for a limited time, on diverse itineraries of six to 16 days exploring virtually every corner of the globe including Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Far East, South Pacific, Caribbean, Mexico, South America, Alaska and Pacific Coast.
Says spokeswoman Trudy Redfern: "Luxury consumers always want to get the most for their money. By getting these savings opportunities out there as early as possible, we're making it easier than ever for travellers to know which sailings offer the best deals and value, giving them the flexibility to firm up their travel plans sooner."
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Your Silversea Atlas awaits you
August 16, 2007 - Silversea Cruises has released its latest Voyage Atlas showcasing nearly 200 imaginative itineraries visiting all corners up to December 2008.
The new brochure opens with Silversea ambassador Isabella Rossellini and her daughter Elettra Wiedemann lounging on Silver Whisper's aft deck, savouring the last rays of an evening sunset - an image evoking the luxurious freedom and convivial ambiance of the Silversea lifestyle that unfolds throughout the following pages.
In addition to an easy-to-read, voyage-by-voyage summary of cruise itineraries, the brochure features comprehensive information on Silversea's signature amenities, special programmes, deck plans and pricing. The balance of the brochure is dedicated to enrichment programmes, optional shore excursions and land programmes.
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Fleet now 100% Wi-Fi
May 11, 2007 - Silversea has expanded wireless Internet access to 100 per cent coverage throughout its four ships, enabling guests with Wi-Fi-enabled laptops and PDAs to surf the Internet and check e-mails from the comfort of their suites as well as public areas.
Through Silversea's global satellite system, guests have access to over 270 daily newspapers from the U.S. and a host of international cities, offered at a nominal fee; and BBC, CNN, Fox News and ESPN (sports news and entertainment) are on the roster of complimentary in-suite TV channels available to keep guests up to speed with developments around the world and at home.
Each Silversea ship also features Internet centres with state-of-the-art desktop computers and 17-inch flat screen monitors. Pricing for Internet use on the ship's computers is the same as for using personal laptops and includes a variety of convenient rate plans.

Two new ships on the way
March 16, 2007-  Silversea is expanding its luxury cruise opereation. It has ordered a 36,000-ton, 540-guest vessel from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for delivery late 2009, with an option for a second.
The agreement with Fincantieri is conditional to final contract and financing, which is unlikely to be a problem.
The newbuild order is the firstfor Silversea since 1998 when contracts for Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper were signed. The award-winning vessels entered into service in 2000 and 2001, respectively.
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Silversea breaks new ground in 2008
January 5, 2006 - Silversea's four all-suite ships are set to visit over 340 different ports in 116 countries in 2008 on a diverse schedule of over 140 itineraries ranging from six to 110 days.
Highlights include return visits to Alaska and Hawaii, plus 29 new destinations, including first-ever visits to Taiwan, Okinawa, Guam, the Marshall Islands, Pohnpei, the Marquesas and Northern Mariana Islands in the Pacific; The Gambia and Mozambique in Africa; and Saudi Arabia. 
Says marketing vp Trudy Redfern: "Our 2008 schedule has been carefully designed to offer a broad range of travel choices, including multiple-day calls and overnight stays showcasing some of the most historically and culturally significant destinations in the world, as well as myriad opportunities to explore the most exotic regions."
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Online beauty and tours
Silversea guests can use its website to book spa and beauty treatments and shore excursions in advance.
The new My Voyage feature also gives guests easy access to itinerary information for their specific voyage, a virtual tour of the ship, and the ability to register online for early embarkation.
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