Silverseas 2009 Voyage Atlas-Now Available

Silversea Cruises has published its new full-colour, 120-page Voyage Atlas for 2009, a visually captivating brochure with a focus on luxury and exotic destinations for its four all-suite ships, Silver Cloud, Silver Wind, Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper, and the company's new expedition ship, Prince Albert II.

Now available in print and online at www.silversea.com, the comprehensive guide contains over 130 imaginative itineraries offered aboard the line's classic fleet as well as 26 exciting expeditions set for the Prince Albert II. The 2009 schedule features more than 300 distinct destinations in over 80 countries across all seven continents.

The new Atlas provides a voyage-by-voyage summary as well as detailed worldwide cruise itineraries by region, including highlights of shore excursions and land programmes. It also includes information on deck plans, savings programmes and the hallmarks of Silversea's unique luxury lifestyle.

"Our new Voyage Atlas provides a window into an exclusive world where easygoing luxury, exploration and discovery blend together to create the most enriching travel experience," said David Morris, Silversea's Executive Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Marketing. "For our guests, luxury travel is a lifestyle of countless indulgences -- from the serenity of breakfast on a private veranda or a soothing body wrap and massage, to an exciting adventure by Zodiac craft to discover an isolated culture. With Silversea, the possibilities are endless."

GRAND PACIFIC VOYAGE

A highlight of Silversea's 2009 season is the company's first-ever Grand Pacific Voyage, a 92-day extended odyssey timed to coincide with prime regional seasons of the Pacific Ocean. Departing Los Angeles on 7 March 2009, Silver Shadow will follow the mild trade winds of spring south of the equator, find northern Japan’s cherry blossoms in full bloom, and arrive in Alaska as the region awakens from its winter slumber with warmer, longer days. On this epic journey, guests will visit 45 ports, 15 countries and two hemispheres, enjoying overnight stays in Bora Bora, Sydney, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong and Tokyo.

In addition to the $2,000 per suite onboard spending credit, other special amenities available to guests sailing the full voyage include complimentary hotel accommodation in Los Angeles on the eve of departure, plus transfer and baggage handling between airport, hotel and ship. Fares start at £28,668 per person, based on double occupancy.

FRENCH POLYNESIA

Also on next year's schedule is an enticing collection of expedition cruises to French Polynesia aboard Prince Albert II, which will be deployed in Papeete from mid-March to late October 2009. These new itineraries will feature the less-travelled regions of Polynesia ranging from the southernmost Austral Islands to the sprawling Tuamotu Archipelago and the northernmost Marquesas Islands. Other South Pacific voyages of Prince Albert II will include such off-the-beaten-path destinations as the Cook Islands, Tonga, Fiji, Pitcairn Islands and Easter Island.

In keeping with the company's commitment to promote the use of environmentally responsible products, the Atlas is printed on paper sourced from well-managed and sustainable forests and is manufactured using globally recognised quality and environmental standards.

For a complimentary copy of the 2009 Voyage Atlas, visit www.silversea.com or call Silversea directly on 0844 770 9030.

Silversea Cruises is recognised as an innovator in the luxury sector, delivering the ultimate all-inclusive travel experience. Guests are provided with large-ship amenities aboard four intimate vessels - Silver Cloud, Silver Wind, Silver Shadow, and Silver Whisper – and experience the highest standards of all-suite accommodation and service. With the addition of a fifth vessel, the regal expedition ship Prince Albert II in 2008, the company's itineraries encompass all seven continents. Everything guests could possibly ask for is included in their fare – exquisite à la carte dining, all onboard gratuities and even complimentary champagne, fine wines and spirits throughout the ship