Setting a stellar course - Seabourn cruises

Seabourn defines the high water mark of dignified cruise experiences in a blessedly informal atmosphere. Its winning philosophy - a complete service without the expectation to tip. You can lavish it up at meals without having to foot the beverage bill for those you share a table with. But don’t take the Edition’s word for it – here’s an interview with Deb Cartwright who recently sailed on a 3-week cruise onboard Seabourn Quest.

FOOD & BEVERAGE: Seabourn blitzes its competitors because of exceptional food and dining. We baulked at the prospect of ship food for 3 weeks but needn’t have. The Restaurant was the equal of any Michelin Star experience, every evening. I never found a passenger who wasn’t completely thrilled with the food. The selection of cocktails and the quality of the champagne and wines were incomparable and they’re all included in the cruise fare - astonishing value for money.

Sometimes you can accompany the Executive Chef to shop for fresh produce which appears on that night’s menu - a must do experience in my opinion.

THE PORTS: The wow factor was huge – sightseeing included local markets, the Valley of the Kings, the Treasury in Petra, the Pyramids, the walled city of Jerusalem and cruising through the Suez Canal. We stopped off at Crete and cruised through the straits of Messina to magical Sorrento before disembarking in Rome.

THE CREW: They make you feel special and very at home. Nothing is much trouble, no request too hard and everything works, seemingly effortlessly.

THE SUITES: We enjoyed a remarkable Penthouse - the extra room and functionality of the suite was bliss itself.

CRUISE COMPANY APPEAL: Our expectations were well exceeded so we’ve booked to do another Seabourn cruise later this year from Venice to Istanbul and we’ve encouraged a number of friends to join us – we can’t wait!

10-DAY ADRIATIC ENCHANTMENT AND ITALY SEABOURN LEGEND CRUISE • DEPARTING 7 JULY 2024 • OCEAN VIEW FROM $4,839*PP DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

Contact John Chekian for more information on 1800 047 047 or email him at: jchekian@conciergetraveller.com