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SEABOURN'S EXPEDITION VOYAGES DRIVE EXCEPTIONAL BOOKINGS, SIGNALING STRONG MARKET DEMAND

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Seabourn reports strong demand for its ultra-luxury expedition cruises, with net bookings up nearly 30% compared to 2023. The company's expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit, are experiencing high occupancy levels for the 2025 season, with some destinations already sold out. The cruise line offers voyages to the Northwest Passage, Arctic, Amazon, and South Pacific, with prices rising due to strong demand. The ships feature PC6 Polar Class standards, advanced technology, and a 23-person expedition team. Both vessels are equipped with SpaceX's Starlink for enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity.

Seabourn riporta una forte domanda per le sue crociere di spedizione ultra-lusso, con prenotazioni nette aumentate di quasi 30% rispetto al 2023. Le navi da spedizione della compagnia, Seabourn Venture e Seabourn Pursuit, stanno registrando alti livelli di occupazione per la stagione 2025, con alcune destinazioni già esaurite. La linea di crociera offre viaggi verso il Passaggio a Nord-Ovest, l'Artico, l'Amazzonia e il Pacifico meridionale, con i prezzi in aumento a causa della forte domanda. Le navi sono dotate di standard Polar Class PC6, tecnologia avanzata e un team di spedizione di 23 persone. Entrambi i vascelli sono equipaggiati con Starlink di SpaceX per una connettività Wi-Fi migliorata.

Seabourn informa sobre la fuerte demanda de sus cruceros de expedición ultra-lujosos, con reservas netas que aumentan casi un 30% en comparación con 2023. Los barcos de expedición de la compañía, Seabourn Venture y Seabourn Pursuit, están experimentando altos niveles de ocupación para la temporada 2025, con algunos destinos ya agotados. La línea de cruceros ofrece viajes al Pasaje del Noroeste, el Ártico, el Amazonas y el Pacífico Sur, con precios en aumento debido a la fuerte demanda. Los barcos cuentan con estándares de clase polar PC6, tecnología avanzada y un equipo de expedición de 23 personas. Ambos buques están equipados con Starlink de SpaceX para una mejor conectividad Wi-Fi.

Seabourn은 초호화 탐사 크루즈에 대한 강한 수요를 보고하며, 2023년 대비 예약이 거의 30% 증가했다고 전했습니다. 회사의 탐사선인 Seabourn Venture와 Seabourn Pursuit는 2025 시즌에 높은 점유율을 경험하고 있으며, 일부 목적지는 이미 매진되었습니다. 이 크루즈 라인은 북서항로, 북극, 아마존 및 남태평양으로의 항해를 제공하며, 수요 증가로 인해 가격이 상승하고 있습니다. 이 선박들은 PC6 극지 클래스 기준, 첨단 기술, 23인 탐사 팀을 갖추고 있습니다. 두 선박 모두 SpaceX의 Starlink로 개선된 Wi-Fi 연결성을 제공합니다.

Seabourn rapporte une forte demande pour ses croisières d'expédition ultra-luxueuses, avec des réservations nettes en hausse de près de 30 % par rapport à 2023. Les navires d'expédition de la compagnie, Seabourn Venture et Seabourn Pursuit, connaissent des niveaux d'occupation élevés pour la saison 2025, certaines destinations étant déjà complètes. La compagnie de croisières propose des voyages vers le Passage du Nord-Ouest, l'Arctique, l'Amazone et le Pacifique Sud, les prix augmentant en raison de la forte demande. Les navires respectent les normes de classe polaire PC6, disposent d'une technologie avancée et d'une équipe d'expédition de 23 personnes. Les deux navires sont équipés de Starlink de SpaceX pour une connectivité Wi-Fi améliorée.

Seabourn berichtet von einer starken Nachfrage nach ihren ultra-luxuriösen Expeditionskreuzfahrten, wobei die Nettoreservierungen um fast 30% im Vergleich zu 2023 gestiegen sind. Die Expeditionsschiffe des Unternehmens, Seabourn Venture und Seabourn Pursuit, verzeichnen hohe Belegungsraten für die Saison 2025, wobei einige Reiseziele bereits ausgebucht sind. Die Kreuzfahrtreederei bietet Reisen durch die Nordwestpassage, die Arktis, den Amazonas und den Südpazifik an, wobei die Preise aufgrund der starken Nachfrage steigen. Die Schiffe entsprechen den PC6-Polarklassenstandards, verfügen über modernste Technologie und ein Expeditionsteam von 23 Personen. Beide Schiffe sind mit Starlink von SpaceX für verbesserte Wi-Fi-Konnektivität ausgestattet.

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  • Net bookings increased by 30% compared to 2023
  • High occupancy levels leading to price increases
  • Multiple destinations already sold out for 2025 season
  • Received over 15 awards for expedition offerings
Negative
  • space availability may restrict revenue growth potential
  • Rising prices could impact future booking accessibility

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The strong booking performance for Seabourn's expedition voyages represents a significant positive indicator for Carnival 's luxury segment. With 30% higher net bookings compared to 2023 and multiple sold-out destinations, this demonstrates robust demand in the high-margin luxury cruise market. The ability to implement price increases while maintaining strong occupancy levels is particularly noteworthy for revenue optimization.

The expansion into expedition cruising with purpose-built PC6 Polar Class vessels shows strategic diversification into the growing adventure luxury segment. The high-end positioning and technological investments, including Starlink connectivity and specialized expedition equipment, support premium pricing power. The extended booking window into 2026-2027 provides improved visibility for future revenue streams.

SEATTLE, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, has experienced exceptional booking volume for its expedition voyages, demonstrating a high level of interest and desire by luxury travelers to experience a Seabourn ultra-luxury expedition vacation.

Current net bookings for expedition voyages are nearly 30 percent more compared to this same time in 2023. Limited space is available on the award-winning ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit, during the 2025 expedition season, including the Northwest Passage, Arctic, Amazon, and South Pacific, with some destinations already sold out. Due to the strong demand and high occupancy levels, prices continue to rise, and guests are encouraged to book now for the best pricing and suite availability.

"We are very encouraged by the extensive amount of interest and bookings for our expedition voyages, which indicates that the time to book a Seabourn expedition is now when space may be limited or even fully booked," said Natalya Leahy, president of Seabourn. "When we introduced our first expedition ship more than two years ago, we knew that we would deliver an extraordinary experience that would exceed our guests' expectations, and I'm beyond thrilled to share that we have been able to do this. Our strong booking volume clearly demonstrates that travelers have responded incredibly well to our ultra-luxury expedition experiences."

Since Seabourn launched its expedition ships, the cruise line has received more than 15 awards and accolades recognizing the outstanding expedition offerings and services.

In addition to the popular 2025 season, space is still available on the line's 2026-2027 expedition voyages. Travelers who wish to explore the majesty of Antarctica may book a voyage on either Seabourn Venture or Seabourn Pursuit in late 2025 and early 2026. The ships will operate a series of 11- and 13-day voyages to Antarctica, as well as two 21-day and one 28-day voyage that will include South Georgia and the Falkland Islands.

Following the Antarctica season between March and November 2026, Seabourn Venture will sail on a series of 10- to 25-day voyages to Iceland, Greenland, and the British Isles. Seabourn Pursuit will operate expedition voyages ranging from 10 to 22 days to the South Pacific and the Kimberley in Western Australia between March and November 2026. Both ships return to Antarctica November 2026 through March 2027.

Both Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit offer the same luxurious small ship experience that travelers have come to expect from Seabourn, enhanced by world-class equipment that allows the line to offer its widest range of expedition activities led by an expert 23-person expedition team of scientists, scholars, naturalists, and more. Designed and built for remote, diverse environments to PC6 Polar Class standards, the ship includes a plethora of modern hardware and technology that extends the ship's global deployment and capabilities. There is close to 30,000 square feet of deck space and special touches at every turn, as well as indoor and outdoor guest areas with nearly 270-degree views. In addition, a 4K GSS Cineflex Camera is mounted on the mast of the Constellation Lounge and capable of broadcasting imagery from miles ahead on monitors located throughout the ship and in guest suites.

The ships are also equipped with enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity with SpaceX's Starlink, providing its expedition guests with faster service and greater connectivity, rivaling the best Wi-Fi experiences available on land.

For more details about Seabourn, or to explore the worldwide selection of Seabourn expedition options, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391, visit www.seabourn.com or contact a professional travel advisor.

About Seabourn:
Seabourn represents the pinnacle of ultra-luxury ocean and expedition travel and operates a suite of six modern ships. The all-inclusive, boutique ships offer all-suite accommodations with oceanfront views; award-winning dining; complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available at all times; renowned service provided by an industry-leading crew; a relaxed, sociable atmosphere that makes guests feel at home; a pedigree in expedition travel through the Ventures by Seabourn program and two new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, including Seabourn Venture that launched in 2022 and Seabourn Pursuit in 2023. Seabourn takes travelers to every continent on the globe, visiting more than 400 ports including marquee cities and lesser-known ports and hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience extraordinary offerings and programs, including partnerships with leading entertainers, dining, personal health and wellbeing, and engaging speakers. 

Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL and NYSE: CUK). 

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What is the booking growth rate for Seabourn's expedition voyages in 2024?

Seabourn's net bookings for expedition voyages are nearly 30% higher compared to the same time in 2023.

Which destinations are offered by Seabourn's expedition ships for 2025?

Seabourn offers expedition voyages to the Northwest Passage, Arctic, Amazon, and South Pacific regions for the 2025 season.

What technology improvements have been made to Seabourn's expedition ships?

The ships are equipped with SpaceX's Starlink for enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity, PC6 Polar Class standards, and a 4K GSS Cineflex Camera for broadcasting imagery.

How many expedition team members are on Seabourn's ships?

Each ship has an expert expedition team of 23 people, including scientists, scholars, and naturalists.

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