Cutting Edge Spa Treatments to debut with Seabourn Sojourn

 

When the Seabourn Sojourn sets sail next June she’ll be armed with what your savvy seafarers enjoys most–a super spa offering a Kniepp Walk herbal bath facility and an aroma steam bath and salt inhalation.    According to the company’s press release, “with the increasing number of travelers seeking to maintain a healthy lifestyle while on vacation, The Yachts of Seabourn is meeting this growing trend with the ultimate sanctuary of relaxation and wellness aboard the new Seabourn Sojourn, which is scheduled to debut June 6, 2010, in London.    The Spa at Seabourn on Sojourn will offer a variety of treatments and pamper options such as the innovative Kneipp Walk,  a holistic, water therapy treatment and healing remedy designed to enhance circulation.   The walk is done  slowly through a circular basin separated into areas of cold and warm water, stimulating capillary circulation and metabolism, and soothing pain.   Additional new amenities of the 11,400-square-foot spa include cushy cocooning recliners, an herbal bath facility and an aroma steam bath with salt inhalation. The two-deck spa will also feature an outdoor, cabana-style relaxation area, furnished with lounge chairs and sofas in warm and soothing tones, where guests can enjoy the peaceful environment and fresh breezes from the open sea. Décor will include new colorful coral-themed artwork.   “Wellness and fitness are so important to consumers today and we are seeing more and more guests seeking to keep up their healthy lifestyle even when they are traveling,” said Pamela C. Conover, Seabourn’s President and CEO. “The Spa at Seabourn on Sojourn will cater to those needs and enable guests to combine the satisfaction of amazing travel experiences with the best and healthiest luxury spa at sea.”              The spa will house six treatment rooms and a Spa Villa–, a treatment area large enough for couples’ treatments,  with a shower; a bathtub big enough for two; a private balcony for sunbathing; a full living room area; a douable daybed for relaxing and even a dining area where healthy snacks can be enjoyed. available for guests to book along with their treatments.    Guests can indulge in a selection of relaxing and healing treatments, and expert therapists can custom design treatments to fulfill guests’ desires. In addition to high-end Elemis products, the Spa at Seabourn is the only seagoing spa employing specialists trained and authorized to administer the award-winning SkinCeuticals skin care line of scientifically-backed products, serums and treatments for every skin concern.   The spa will also feature a full-service salon and a thermal suite with eight heated loungers, cocooning recliners, an aroma steam bath with salt inhalation, and a unisex herbal bath. The women’s changing area will feature a Bio sauna, while the men’s area will include a traditional Finnish sauna.   The fitness center will feature state-of-the-art fitness, cardio and strength equipment; a motion studio with the latest version of the Kinesis System; fitness classes; and an area featuring a Thai mat for Thai massages, available only on Seabourn. Personal trainers will be available to develop customized workout plans.   Seabourn Sojourn sets sail June 6, 2010 with a series of 12- to 14-day voyages in Northern Europe during its maiden summer season. Following a transatlantic cruise from Lisbon, Portugal, to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., the vessel will offer a series of Caribbean voyages in the fall and winter.   On Jan. 5, 2011, Sojourn will embark on a 111-day World Cruise from Los Angeles to London via the South Pacific, New Zealand, around Western Australia, Indonesia and Southeast Asia, India, Arabia and the Mediterranean.   For a limited time, Seabourn is offering two-for-one cruise fares with included round-trip air, or cruise-only fares featuring savings up to 65 percent. The promotion is valid for Seabourn voyages in Europe departing between June and November 2010. Nine-to-12-day voyages on the new Seabourn Sojourn in Northern Europe start from $4,999 cruise-only or $6,400 with inclusive air. Inclusive air is available from 40 North American gateways. Certain other restrictions apply.   For more information, contact a travel agent, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit www.seabourn.com .    Yachts of Seabourn Backgrounder: ·         Six intimate yachts carrying just 104 or 225 couples ·         Unique itineraries visiting iconic ports and less-traveled destinations where larger ships cannot follow ·         Intuitive staff sharing a genuine passion to serve and please guests ·         Spacious all-suite accommodations with sweeping ocean views – many with verandas ·         Gourmet cuisine as fine as the best restaurants on land ·         Fine wines poured with lunch and dinner and open bars throughout the voyage

 
 

A Foodie Fest To Take Place On Silversea With Top Chefs From Around the World

Some of the world’s most celebrated chefs and culinary up and comers will tip their toques during a variety of  Silversea Culinary Arts voyages.

The foodie voyages will  showcase the skills of these award-winning chefs who run the kitchens at some of world’s top restaurants. including the internationally acclaimed chefs of Relais & Châteaux, the distinguished international association of charming properties and finest restaurants.

Some of the chefs–  teaming up on Silver Whisper’s “World of Relais & Châteaux,” Voyage 4014, sailing May 31 to June 12, 2010, Nice to Southampton, to celebrate New World cuisine– include: Jonathan Cartwright, White Barn Inn (Kennebunkport, Maine, U.S.A.) Anne Desjardins, L’Eau à La Bouche (Ste-Adèle, Québec, Canada) Jacques Thorel, Auberge Bretonne (La Roche-Bernard, Britanny, France) Mathew Macartney, Chateau Yering (Melbourne, Australia) Jimmy McIntyr, Otahuna Lodge (Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand) .

A second “World of Relais & Châteaux” cruise, highlighting Old World cuisine, is scheduled for Silver Spirit’s Voyage 5032, sailing September 25 to October 2, 2010, Lisbon to Nice. Its roster of master chefs is still being finalized. “Our Culinary Arts voyages are enriching lifestyle experiences offering a great way to travel and learn,” said Rudi Scholdis, Silversea’s director of culinary development. “Because we’re able to bring together so many stellar chefs through our exclusive partnership with Relais & Châteaux, these theme cruises continue to grow in popularity with our guests.” On the Culinary Arts enrichment voyages, celebrity chefs will display their exceptional talents during dynamic and informative cooking demonstrations where guests can taste and learn firsthand the secrets of enticing signature dishes.

 Passengers can join escorted provisioning trips to international markets (when the itinerary permits), food and wine pairings, creative regional dishes, and a five-course grand gourmet dinner. Throughout these special sailings, the featured guest chef and Silversea’s executive chef are on hand to share their culinary expertise and answer any questions.

Following is a list of chefs tapped to host Culinary Arts voyages: Anton Mosimann: Considered by many to be the world’s first super-chef, his eponymous restaurant in London has catered to world leaders and royalty. Mosimann, a Swiss national who received the “Order of the British Empire” for his contribution to England’s culinary industry, will host Silver Cloud’s Caribbean Voyage 1101, January 4 – 14, 2011, Barbados to San Juan. Eyvind Hellstrøm: This Norwegian superstar chef, who earned two Michelin stars for Oslo’s legendary Bagatelle restaurant, will host Silver Whisper’s transatlantic Voyage 4026, September 2 – 14, 2010, Southampton to New York. George Francisco:

Awarded the coveted Sydney Morning Herald chef’s hat in 2009 and 2010, Francisco is the executive chef of Jonah’s, one of Australia’s oldest and most respected hospitality establishments. A Relais & Châteaux member property, it overlooks fabulous Whale Beach in New South Wales. Francisco will host Silver Shadow’s Alaska Voyage 3017, June 26 – July 6, 2010, Vancouver – San Francisco. Luke Matthews & Cameron Rutherford: At Chewton Glen, a Relais & Châteaux hotel and restaurant in Hampshire, England, Matthews started his career cooking alongside Michelin-star head chef Pierre Chevillard. Now the property’s executive head chef, Matthews will team up with development chef Cameron Rutherord to host Silver Whisper’s Voyage 4029, October 4 – 14, 2010, New York to New York, exploring New England and Canada.

 In addition to the September 25 “World of Relais & Châteaux” cruise, eight more Culinary Arts voyages, with hosting chefs yet to be named, are scheduled this year, as follows: July 13 – 21: Silver Whisper, Northern Europe Voyage 4019, roundtrip from Copenhagen. August 1 – 11: Silver Wind, Mediterranean Voyage 2025, Lisbon to Monte Carlo. September 1 – 11: Silver Cloud, Northern Europe Voyage 1026, Reykjavik to London. September 12 – 29: Silver Shadow, Transoceanic Voyage 3026, Vancouver to Tokyo. September 30 – October 10: Silver Wind, Mediterranean Voyage 2032, Barcelona to Rome. October 14 – 24: Silver Whisper, Caribbean Voyage 4030, New York to Barbados. November 2 – 17: Silver Cloud, Transoceanic Voyage 1032, Barcelona to Barbados. December 21 – January 4: Silver Shadow, Australia & New Zealand Voyage 3035, Sydney to Auckland . And for wine enthusiasts, a Wine Series voyage will be hosted by Maggie Harrison, co-owner of Antica Terra Winery, Oregon, U.S.A., aboard Silver Spirit’s Caribbean Voyage 5040, December 2 – 11, 2010, Fort Lauderdale to Barbados. Check out www.silversea.com for more details.