American World Traveler Fall 2017 Issue

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Silversea’s 2018 Expeditions to the Americas
Include First-Ever Pacific Coast Explorations
In 2018 Silversea Expeditions' Silver Explorer will debut a unique
collection of voyages through the Americas, tracing a path north
from Ushuaia, the city at the end of the world, all the way up the
Pacific coastline to the multiculturally vibrant hub of Vancouver.
Each of the seven new expedition voyages will offer opportunities
for discovery and adventure in lands overflowing with
ancient history, stunning landscapes and amazing wildlife. Led
by an expedition team of experienced specialists, many with
advanced degrees in their fields, guests will enjoy mind-enriching
immersive explorations designed to expand their global perspective.
"These new and exciting expeditions offer the modern-day traveller
a chance to rediscover the naturally stunning and historically interesting west coast of the Americas," said Conrad Combrink,
Silversea’s vice president of expedition planning and strategic development. "Each of these unique expeditions will offer a wide variety
of exploration activities -- from exploring rich marine ecosystems by Zodiac, hiking in rain forests, discovering prolific wildlife, cruising
historically important rivers, and exploring volcanoes, to savouring incredible cuisine. Our selection of expeditions along the west coasts
of these two great continents will impress and leave the most intrepid traveller longing for more."
Silver Explorer offers a comfortable, intimate and convivial onboard lifestyle where guests can feel at home as they explore secluded
realms. They will enjoy ocean-view suites, gourmet cuisine, the personalised service of a butler, and a generous selection of all-inclusive
shipboard amenities, including complimentary beverages, wines and spirits served throughout the ship, stocked in-suite beverage
cabinet, and at least one hour of free Wi-Fi per guest every day.
www.Silversea.com
Viking Cruises Unveils New Winter Northern
Lights Itinerary to Explore Norway’s Far North
Viking Cruises® recently announced a new ocean cruise itinerary
that will allow guests the rare opportunity to explore the far
north in Norway’s winter, during a peak period for aurora
borealis sightings. Sailing between London and Bergen starting
in January 2019, In Search of the Northern Lights will establish
Viking as the first U.S. cruise line to offer a full-length itinerary
in the Arctic Circle in the winter season.
“Our Nordic heritage is evident in all that we do, from our
spirit of exploration to the serene, understated elegance of
our ships. Scandinavia is Viking territory, and no other cruise
line can show guests this part of the world like we can,” said
Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking Cruises. “Norway’s landscapes
in the winter are truly magnificent, something few
North Americans get to witness. I am pleased to offer this
exclusive opportunity for our guests to explore my homeland.”
Sailing on Viking’s third 930-guest ocean ship, Viking Sky®,
guests will experience Norway’s pristine beauty and dramatic
snow-dusted wilderness, with a chance each day to stargaze
and scan the dark skies for the northern lights. On the 13-day
itinerary, guests will be able to immerse themselves in the rich
culture of northern Europe, visiting seven destinations – with
overnights in Tromsø, Alta and Bergen, Norway, and a complimentary
excursion in each port. Highlights of the new In
Search of the Northern Lights itinerary include:
Experience the Northern Lights in Alta
Experience Nordic Life with the Sami Community of Máze
Visit the Arctic Cathedral in Tromsø
Step into the Viking Age in Stavanger
Ascent of Mt. Ulriken in Bergen
www.vikingcruises.com
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versea Star-Clippers Uniworld Viking Windstar