Tag: At Sea

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Hong Kong, China, to Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

Today’s activities included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Evelyn Evans – Ha Long Bay, Vietnam:

102 miles from the historic city of Hanoi, the lovely 580 sq. mile area of 3,000 odd rocky, limestone islands with caves and grottos to explore provides a stunning vista that seems to go on and on.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

12:00 – 2:00 Sandy’s Ladies Luncheon

6:15 Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception
Captain Mino Pontillo welcomes all guests and introduces the Senior Officers of Silver Dawn.

Dinner was in the Alantide Restaurant

LIMELITE

We experienced a magnificent evening of musical entertainment at its best! Limelite is a dynamic show featuring the best musical theater from New York’s Broadway, London’s West End, and some iconic movie musicals.

Join your Silversea Singers and Dancers as we bring this Broadway experience to life! Enjoy hits from past productions through to the present day, including Grease, ABBA, and The Greatest Showman.

OPTIVM SPA on board

Where in the World Are We?

Enroute from Nara, Okinawa, Japan to Xiamen, China

Today’s activities included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Evelyn Evans – Xiamen, PRC

A crucial coastal city, once known as Amoy, Xiamen’s name translates as ‘door to the house,’ reflecting its centuries-old role as a gateway to China. Gulangyu is a place to visit and appreciate its historic, colonial role. Temples abound, reflecting Xiamen’s unique demographics, too.

12:00 World Cruise Luncheon in the SALT Kitchen

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with John Stainton – The Lost Aviator:

In 1975, John Stainton joined an expedition into the Sahara Desert to find an old biplane lost since 1933. The story behind the lost pilot whose mummified body was found by the wreck revealed a tragic love story that may have ended in murder.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Dr Robin Craig – The Time Machine: Exploring Time Travel in Fiction and Science
Unveil the mysteries surrounding the nature of time and its portrayal in fictional works on time travel. Gain insights into the science behind time travel and ponder the challenges one might encounter in such journeys.

Tonight’s dinner was in The Alantide Restaurant.

MUSICAL MEMORIES WITH CRUISE DIRECTOR MOSS
AT 9:15 PM, VENETIAN LOUNGE, DECK 5
Join your Cruise Director Moss Hills and the Silver Dawn Band as they perform a mixture of music to stir up some memories with songs from Dire Straits, James Brown, Santana, Billy Joel, and more. We enjoyed an evening of great music and lots of fun with Moss and the Silver Dawn Band. A fun night of music not to be missed!

Where in the World Are We?

En route to Naha, Okinawa from Kagoshima, Japan

Today’s activities include:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Evelyn Evans – Naha, Okinawa:

The prefecture is a collection of 160 islands south of mainland Japan scattered in a vast area of the Pacific Ocean. Before becoming a part of Japan, it had a fascinating trade history but is probably best remembered for the Battle of Okinawa in 1945.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

11:15 S.A.L.T. Culinary Talk & Demonstration: Shijin Ryori
Join S.A.L.T. Host Drake Robertson and S.A.L.T. Bartender Kris for a lively cooking demonstration.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with John Stainton – Ghosts of War: Steve had a passionate family interest in World War II in
the Pacific and set out on a quest to film a mini-series for Discovery exploring remote Pacific islands & the ocean floor for the relics remaining after decades lost.

3:00 Future Cruise Talk: Antarctica with your Future Cruise Manager Barrie Dodgson

Dinner was in The Alantide Restaurant

TONIGHT’S SHOW WITH TIANO
TONIGHT’S SHOW
AT 9:15 PM
VENETIAN LOUNGE, DECK 5
Shimi Goodman & Chris Hamilton are Tiano, the exciting Tenor & Piano act. US celebrity chef and TV personality Cat Cora recently wrote: “Tiano are two true musical talents. Just as in a well-constructed recipe, the ingredients are key, and they are the perfect match. Their music will fill you with joy and hope and even bring you to tears. Two world-class performers. A truly unmissable show.”

The Boutique on The Silver Dawn

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Osaka to Hiroshima, Japan.

Today’s Activities Included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Evelyn Evans –

Hiroshima: The site of the devastating first strike of an atomic bomb as an act of war
Hiroshima’s Peace Park is now a place of reflection – its skeletal domed building a stark reminder of the futility of war and the 100,000 who died. The museum is an essential destination. Miyajima, a short ferry ride away, is the famous red Torii Gate site in the sea opposite Hiroshima.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Dr Robin Craig – Reach for the Stars: Challenges in Space Exploration
Explore the science of reaching beyond Earth. In this fascinating talk you will hear about the problems and solutions for getting into space, living in space, settling other worlds – and perhaps reaching the stars and beyond.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with John Stainton – Crikey, what an Adventure
After achieving worldwide fame through his television and movies, Steve Irwin’s career almost derailed through two unfortunate misadventures. Then, it regains its momentum, but it is cut short by the tragedy on Batts Reef.

Dinner at Alantide Restaurant

SHIMI GOODMAN
INTERNATIONAL TENOR
TONIGHT’S SHOW WITH SHIMI GOODMAN
AT 9:15 PM
VENETIAN LOUNGE, DECK 5
Shimi was born in Tel Aviv, Israel, and currently lives in London, England. He received a BA Honours in Musical Theatre from Guildford School of Acting. He has performed extensively in the West End and some of the most prestigious venues worldwide, entertaining royalty and Heads of State. He has been described by the press as “a true triple threat” and a recent critic said “His range is exceptional and brought me to my feet”.

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Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Tokyo to Osaka, Japan.

Today’s activities include:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Evelyn Evans – Osaka: Osaka is the stepping stone to many of the region’s exquisite historic
treasures, including Kyoto, Himeji, and Nara. Osaka’s Castle sits surrounded by sleek modern skyscrapers, while Kyoto – the star of the show – has beautiful gardens to complement its historic temples and shrines.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge
11:00 Japanese Cooking Demo: join Chef David for this Culinary Experience

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Dr Robin Craig – Prolonging Vitality: Extending Human Lifespans and Societal Implications
Discover the potential limits of human lifespan extension and the intriguing prospect of regaining youthfulness. Explore the timelines and advancements that could lead us to these possibilities – and how society will cope.

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3:00 Changed Our World
The story of how Steve Irwin became the famous “Crocodile Hunter” is told through behind-the-scenes video clips, Steve’s home movies, and priceless footage that follows his life reaching worldwide recognition.

6:15 Captain Milo Pontillo welcomes all guests and introduces the Senior Officers of Silver Dawn

7:00 Dinner at Alantide Restaurant

9:15 – LIMELIGHT

We experience a magnificent evening of musical entertainment at its best! Limelite is a dynamic show
featuring the very best of musical theatre from New York’s Broadway and London’s West End, as well
as some of the most iconic movie musicals. Join your Silversea Singers and Dancers as we bring
this Broadway experience to life! Enjoy hits from past productions through to the present day, including Grease, ABBA, and The Greatest Showman.

Check out today’s Chronicle

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Vancouver, Canada to San Francisco, California.

Today’s Activities Included:

• Destination Lecture with Michael DiSpezio: San Francisco and Our Incredible Journey
  • As our World Cruise concludes, discover what awaits us as we sail to our final port, the “City by the Bay.”

• Enrichment Lecture with Captain Rick Reynolds: Assassination of Concorde
  • A study of the politics behind the scenes culminating in the final grounding of Concorde.
    • The French Government did not want to continue the Concorde because Air France’s flights from Paris were not profitable, while Britain wanted to continue because its flights were profitable. Although the French were contractually obligated to pay 50% of the future maintenance costs, they refused.

Dinner tonight was in The Restaurant.

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Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Vancouver, Canada, to San Francisco, California.

Today’s Activities Included:

• Bridge Lessons with Roseann and Jerry Levison
  • Roseann gave an overview of the lessons during our cruise.

• Enrichment Lecture with Michael DiSpezio: Titanic – The Inside Story
  • This interactive presentation tells the Titanic’s incredible “inside” story, from its engineering to its tragic collision. Could its sinking have been prevented? You will be the judge.
• Auction – White Elephant Sale:
  • Join us for this fun auction and bid for items. You can pick up a bargain, and all proceeds go to the crew welfare fund.

• Enrichment Lecture with Captain Rick Reynolds: End of the Dream.
  • A detailed and disturbing look at the events leading up to the Air France Concorde crash in Paris.

• Special End of World Cruise Presentation and Video
  • Join us tonight for a recollection of memories of this year’s World Cruise! Followed by Captain’s Farewell and Crew Parade – Captain Giacomo Longo and the crew of Silver Shadow wish you a fond arrivederci!

• Dinner was in The Restaurant.

• Showtime! Silversea proudly presents “Memories and Goodbyes.”
  • Join your Silversea Cast of Entertainers, Cruise Director Moss, and the Silver Shadow band as they perform their favorites for you one last time.

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Vancouver, Canada to San Francisco, California, USA

Today’s Activities Included:

• Bridge Lessons with Rose Ann and Jerry Levinson – Summary of lessons taught

• Enrichment Lecture – Enrichment Lecture with Michael DiSpezio: Titanic – The Inside Story
  • The Titanic’s incredible “inside” story, from its engineering to its tragic collision. Could its sinking have been prevented? You be the judge in this interactive and eye-opening presentation
• Enrichment Lecture with Captain Rick Reynolds: End of the Dream
  • A detailed and disturbing look at the events leading up to the Air France Concorde crash in Paris

• Special End of World Cruise Presentation and Video – Join us tonight to recollect memories of this year’s World Cruise!
  • Followed by Captain’s Farewell and Crew Parade – Captain Giacomo Longo and the crew of Silver Shadow wish you a fond arrivederci!

Tonight’s dinner was in The Restaurant

• Showtime! Silversea proudly presents “Memories and Goodbyes.”
  • Join your Silversea Cast of Entertainers, Cruise Director Moss, and the Silver Shadow band as they perform their favorites for you one last time.

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Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Juneau to Wrangell, Alaska

Today’s Activities Included:

Tracy Arm/Sawyer Glacier Commentary with Michael DiSpezio

Enrichment Lecture with Captain Rick Reynolds: The Magic of Concorde
A fun and lively talk on why Concorde was so special, with videos and music.

Enrichment Lecture with Dr. Harold S. Minkowitz, MD: The Operating Room – Your Peek Behind the Scenes
People are anxious once they hear they are going to require surgery. To most people, what happens once they are asleep in the operating room is a mystery. Dr. Minkowitz will take you behind the scenes from when you are admitted to the hospital until you are in the recovery room waking up from your procedure.

Enrichment Lecture with Dr. Bob Donaldson: Vladimir Putin – Ambition and Frustration
Departing from his long-cultivated reputation as a rational, calculating chess player, Russia’s president shocked the world by launching a brutal war in Ukraine. To understand the origins of this conflict, we examine Putin’s career and the evolution of his foreign policy orientation.

Destination Lecture with Michael DiSpezio: Wrangell, Ketchikan, and Prince Rupert
Discover the opportunities that await us in these ports. You’ll be immersed in the region’s natural beauty, from wildlife encounters to exploring rivers and bays.

Tonight’s dinner was in The Restaurant.

A KALEIDOSCOPE OF KLASSICS

A kaleidoscopic catalog of classic artists, from Elvis to Elton, Whitney to Tina, and everything in between.

Our Silversea Vocalists and Dancers present a show that will have you rocking and rolling in your seats with something to satisfy everyone’s favorite musical shade.

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