Cruise & Ferry Itinerary Planning 2020

Leibowitz. “Our Eastern Mediterranean cruises that venture around the Aegean and Adriatic are great examples. The departures from Venice and Piraeus (for Athens) mix marquee ports like Dubrovnik, Istanbul, Katakolon (Olympia), Rhodes and Santorini with lesser known gems like Zadar, Kotor, Brindisi, Bozcaada and Bodrum. These itineraries really elevate the small luxury cruise experience.” However, Seabourn will always be associated with the best of Alaska and British Columbia. “We do a terrific job in Alaska – it’s an absolute staple,” says Leibowitz. “Capacity is limited for good reason. The Glacier National Park is one of those not-to-be-missed experiences of a lifetime, whatever your disposition is to cruise. The 14-day ‘Glacier Bay, Fjords and Canadian Inside Passage’ cruise, departing from Vancouver, is a captivating medley.” Leibowitz has highlights elsewhere in the world too: “The natural beauty of Greenland and Iceland are an appealing option with Seabourn Quest. For spring 2022 we’re excited about going back to Egypt for the first time in a decade, with Seabourn Ovation calling at Safaga (Luxor) and Sharm el-Sheikh.” But the best? “Seabourn Sojourn’s 2022 ‘Extraordinary Horizons’ itinerary promises to be an extraordinary journey across the globe, visiting many of the world’s most prized destinations. The unforgettable 145-day voyage calls at 72 ports in 28 countries, and guests can take the full cruise or join one of the many segments.” Leibowitz is eager to point out that the success of a cruise is not just about the itinerary, or the ship. “One of the unique aspects of our product is our crew. They accompany our passengers as they travel the world and they’re responsible for turning great vacations into truly exceptional experiences. When I ask passengers for feedback after they’ve cruised with us, I often hear that the ship was great and the setting was extraordinary, but the crew made it all even better.” Seabourn is primed to resume operations. “This has been a unique pause in the history of ocean travel, a pastime that has been a human trait for centuries. Our balance sheet is healthy, and we have engaged the world’s leading medical experts to support us in implementing protocols and procedures to keep our passengers and crew safe and healthy,” says Leibowitz. And Seabourn guests are ready to explore the world again, too. “We’ve had a vacation from vacations, but the reality is that there’s a significant amount of pent- up demand. We have a need to rest and replenish and a desire to explore the world and to have fun with friends and family,” says Leibowitz. “And through this crisis we’ve seen a greater appreciation of the importance of tourism to economies, to well-being and to opening people’s hearts and minds to others.” CFIP Library of Celsus in the ancient city of Ephesus is just one of many Unesco Word Heritage sites guests can visit while sailing with Seabourn 9