Seabourn News
Seabourn reveals plans for two new expedition ships
Seabourn has signed a letter of intent for the construction of two new ultra-luxury expedition ships with a new partnership between shipbuilders T.Mariotti and Damen.
Seabourn Ovation presented during Fincantieri ceremony
Seabourn has taken delivery of its newest ship, Seabourn Ovation, during an official handover ceremony at the Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa, Italy.
Seabourn Ovation completes sea trials ahead of April launch
Seabourn’s newest ultra-luxury vessel, Seabourn Ovation, has achieved another important maritime milestone with the completion of its final round of sea trials in the Mediterranean off the coast of Italy.
Paige announced as godmother for Seabourn Ovation
Elaine Paige will serve as godmother to Seabourn’s elegant new all-suite ship, Seabourn Ovation. The naming ceremony will take place on Friday, May 11th in the beautiful baroque harbour of Valletta, Malta, during a spectacular ceremony that will light up the dramatic UNESCO World Heritage site and 2018 European Capital of Culture.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Carnival prepares to debut quartet of new ships in 2018
Carnival Corporation has revealed it will launch four new cruise ships in 2018 across four of its ten brands. Carnival Cruise Line, America’s most trusted and popular line; Holland America Line, one of cruising’s most popular premium lines with a 145-year history; Seabourn, the leader in small-ship, ultra-luxury cruising; and AIDA Cruises, the leading cruise brand in Germany, will all receive new ships.
Launch ceremony for Seabourn Ovation in Italy
Seabourn has marked a major construction milestone with a traditional coin and launch ceremony for its newest ship, Seabourn Ovation. The ceremony took place at the Fincantieri shipyard in Sestri, Italy.
Take a tour of Seabourn Ovation
Seabourn has marked a major construction milestone with a traditional coin and launch ceremony for its newest ship, Seabourn Ovation. The ceremony took place at the Fincantieri shipyard in Sestri, Italy.
Betten named captain of Seabourn Ovation
Seabourn has named Stig Betten as captain of its newest vessel, Seabourn Ovation, and Helmut Huber as hotel director. Betten will oversee all operations of the line’s newest vessel, which is scheduled to launch in May 2018 in Italy.
Luxury cruise operator Seabourn joins Sabre travel marketplace
Seabourn is expanding their reach to millions of travellers in the United States and Canada by joining the Sabre travel marketplace. The tech provider offers one of the largest e-commerce platforms, connecting suppliers and buyers worldwide.
New head of global sales for Seabourn
Seabourn has named seasoned hospitality executive Chris Austin as senior vice president, global sales and marketing. In the role, Austin will be responsible for Seabourn’s overall marketing efforts, brand management, sales, and public relations.
Seabourn debuts Encore in Singapore
Seabourn has formally introduced Seabourn Encore to the world during a glamorous and festive evening ceremony. International recording artist and soprano Sarah Brightman presided over the naming ceremony as godmother of the new 600-guest ship, the first of two new all-suite vessels for the company.
Keel laying ceremony for Seabourn Ovation takes place ahead of 2018 launch
In a busy week for the luxury cruise line, Seabourn has welcomed the keel laying celebrations for Seabourn Ovation at the Fincantieri shipyard in Sestri, Italy. With Seabourn Ovation’s launch date set for spring 2018, the ceremony marked a significant milestone in the construction of Seabourn’s newest ultra-luxury ship.