Seabourn is an operator that took luxury cruising and decided they could improve upon it. And with a fleet of fantastic all-suites small ships, which have a very favourable crew-to-guest ratio, they have definitely achieved their goal. The size of these vessels means that everybody has enough space to feel relaxed and enjoy themselves, but that each individual also gets to feel special and unique.
The unimposing service leaves you wanting for nothing and the finer details have definitely received a lot of attention. And with unfamiliar destinations such as Antarctica and Patagonia on the list of places they visit, you can even experience superior comfort and service in the more extreme and isolated world regions.
Seabourn’s brand of all-inclusive cruises is definitely another plus. Wines flow at dinner, bars and restaurants are open and invite you to drink and dine whenever and wherever you wish, and the award-winning staff are driven by a passion for excellent service and not the size of their tip.
All of this can be summed up by the Seabourn microcosm that is their signature event of ‘Caviar in the Surf’; a beach barbecue during which champagne and caviar are served to guests from a surfboard in the ocean.
The Seabourn Difference
Seabourn’s six-star cruising is unlike any other experience at sea. Luxury and elegance lie around every corner but the atmosphere on board is still casual and understated. Each ship in the fleet is perfectly designed to carry between 458 and 604 guests. The vessels are intimate yet spacious and have the benefit of being able to sail into ports and destinations that larger ships simply cannot reach. Life on board is a sumptuous affair, with fantastic service, gourmet dining options and carefully-chosen shore experiences all included in the price. You will be tempted to tip, but this is neither expected nor accepted. Simply relax amongst your glamourous surroundings and enjoy your holiday in style.
6* Star Luxury Cruising - All Inclusive
- Intimate ships with just 228 or 302 suites
- Tipping is neither required, nor expected
- Spacious all-suite accommodations
- Complimentary, award-winning gourmet dining venues that delight as much as the finest shore based restaurants.
- Complimentary welcome champagne and in-suite bar
- Free flowing fine wines with lunch and dinner, and an open bar throughout the ship
- Unique itineraries to must-see cities and hidden gems where larger ships cannot go
Service
From the moment you step on board until the heavyhearted moment your holiday comes to an end, the Seabourn team will provide you with impeccable service. From drawing you a Pure Pampering SM lavender bath in your suite to the little touches like remembering your name and your cocktail of choice, the crew will enhance every moment or your cruise. Always there when you need them, but never overbearing, the attentive staff enjoy those personal moments that will stay with you and believe intuitive service is part of Seabourn’s way of life.
Awards
World’s Best Small-Ship Cruise Line: Travel + Leisure (2007 & 2009-2013)
Best Small-Ship Cruise Line: Conde Nast (2008, 2010-2013)
Gold List: Conde Nast (1994-2013) 19 consecutive years
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