Following a naming ceremony in Monte Carlo on June 12,
Silversea’s adventure ship, the HSH Prince Albert II, will embark
on its first journey, departing from London and sailing to the
polar region, an area that holds special interest to the Prince of
Monaco himself. The ship and the prince share a commitment to the
exploration and conservation of earth’s oceans, wildlife and
indigenous cultures.
In 2006, Prince Albert II was the first incumbent head of state
to visit the North Pole, where he conducted scientific research and
raised awareness about the effects of global warming.
“His passion for environmental conservation is well known and we
are committed to supporting his mission by offering travelers the
chance to discover and appreciate some of the world’s most remote
and unspoiled regions,” said Manfredi Lefebvre, Silversea’s
chairman.
Silversea is also proud to introduce a new vessel that offers
the opportunity to adventure and explore with a comfortable and
luxurious home base. In fact, in preparation for the inaugural
season of voyages, the 132-guest ship is currently undergoing
extensive multi-million dollar renovations in Trieste, Italy. The
refurbishment will include exterior redesigns, the latest
technological enhancements and a comprehensive upgrade of the 66
oceanview rooms and 18 guest suites.
On the adventure front, the ship is also being outfitted with
eight of the latest Zodiac boats, with low emission Yamaha
four-stroke engines, for up-close and eco-friendly exploration.
Under the guidance of Conrad Combrink, the newly appointed director
of expeditions, the HSH Prince Albert II will also feature an
expedition team of lecturers and experts with special lectures and
education sessions on the destination regions.
Starting at $3,867 per person, based on double occupancy,
Silversea’s Inaugural Season all-inclusive itineraries range from
10 to 21 days. Summer destinations include the Arctic Circle,
Svalbard, Iceland and Greenland. Fall and winter destinations
include North and South America, Antarctica, the Panama Canal,
Ushuaia and more. With the variety of Silversea destinations,
guests aboard the HSH Prince Albert II can sail for up to 48 days
on back-to-back voyages without repeating a single Zodiac landing
site.
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