Seabourn Odyssey and Sojourn – After and Before

Goldring Travel November 10, 2009

Today the Seabourn Odyssey arrived in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. It is great to finally see this new ship arrive in the United States. And, for some contrast, here is a recent photo of her sister, the Seabourn Sojourn. OK, she needs some work, but see above to see how great she will look.

Silversea Silver Spirit – Some Discussion of Design

Goldring Travel September 8, 2009

On The Gold Standard Forum there is a bit of discussion about the conclusion by one member of the “press” (Anita Durham-Potter – expertcruiser.com) “From what I’ve seen — when finished — Spirit is a lot prettier and better planned than Seabourn Odyssey.” I have taken issue with that opinion because it is simply a

The Sojourn of the Seabourn Odyssey Pre-Inaugural Cruise – Dinner With The Captain

Goldring Travel June 24, 2009

Last night I was honored to dine with Captain Karlo Buer, the captain of the Seabourn Odyssey. This was quite an honor as it was the first formal night – ever – on the ship and I was seated next to the captain. Once again I had to say to myself, “How cool is that?!”

Seabourn Has Record Sales Day – What Does It Really Mean?

Goldring Travel April 22, 2009

Seabourn announced it had its single busiest day of sales this past Monday with 830 calls in 11 hours. It also noted bookings have risen by 40% over the prior month and there remains a very high level of first time guests. Now, keeping it real, while there is no way to turn the information

Some Thoughts About Silversea Cruises

Goldring Travel March 10, 2009

I was trying to stay away from another concerning post, but the news about Silversea Cruises needs to be discussed. I have said for a number of months that I have concerns over Silversea’s future. In November 2008 I wrote Silversea – Lost at Sea? which was followed by a telephone call from Marilyn Conroy, resulting in

Seabourn’s 2010-2011 Itineraries: You Got What You Asked For…And Didn’t. (Read The Interesting Comments.)

Goldring Travel February 10, 2009

If there is one thing I love it is controversy. It is fodder for thought. Motivation for writing. And a basis for great discussion. The reactions to the new Seabourn itineraries are very diverse and conflicting. That may seem like a bad thing, but alas I think it is good. A Shock to the Transatlantic

Seabourn 2010-2011: Sojourn and Exotic and Exciting New Itineraries

Goldring Travel February 3, 2009

Hot off the Press! Seabourn announces that 2010-2011 is highlighted by the debut of Seabourn Sojourn, 44 new ports including Zanzibar and Madagascar, and a year-round presence in Asia highlight 2010-2011. I have “highlighted” some of the most interesting points. MIAMI, Feb. 3 /PRNewswire/ — Spin the globe and stop it with your finger –

Seabourn Announces: Seabourn Sojourn’s 2010 Inaugural in London

Goldring Travel November 22, 2008

Seabourn Cruise Line has announced that the Seabourn Sojourn, sister to the Seabourn Odyssey, will set sail from London in June 2010 on its inaugural cruise. The itinerary from Greenwich includes the Faroe Islands, Iceland and the Norwegian Fjords. With the Seabourn Sojourn’s Maiden Season being in Northern Europe, and its inaugural cruise commencing from

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