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Seabourn Is Set For The 2019 Season In Alaska & British Columbia With Unique Itineraries And Adventures Offering Immersion In ‘The Great Land’

SEATTLE, May 7, 2019 – Seabourn, the world's finest ultra-luxury cruiseline, is preparing to embark on its 2019 season in Alaska & BritishColumbia with Seabourn Sojourn headed north offering uniqueitineraries, special onboard events, adventurous shore excursions, andimmersive journeys through "The Great Land." With only 10 departures scheduledthrough the season, guests are encouraged to book now to secure their spot onboard.

"This summer will be Seabourn's third season in a row exploring‘The Great Land' up north, and as always our guests will enjoy a myriad ofwonders and exclusive opportunities to get up close and into the wilderness onthe ship and via our optional expedition-style Ventures by Seabourn program,"said Chris Austin, Seabourn's senior vice president of Global Marketing& Sales. "We're excited to bring the best of Alaska on the best and tocontinue to offer our guests the opportunity to explore the treasures hiddenwithin the unique landscape of Alaska and British Columbia."

The 2019 season runs from June to October offering a selection of11-, 12- and 14-day ‘Ultimate Alaska' cruises with itineraries includingwilderness destinations such as Harriman Fjord and College Fjord; marquee portsfrom Ketchikan and Juneau; and rarely visited gems such as the First Nationvillages of Alert Bay and Klemtu, a town of fewer than 500 belonging to theKitasoo Native Band where guests will enjoy an exclusive cultural experiencewithin breathtaking Inside Passage of British Columbia.

Every cruise of Seabourn's 2019 season in Alaska and BritishColumbia will include complimentary Seabourn all-weather jackets; inspiringonboard guest speakers from Seabourn Conversations program; opportunities for frequentwildlife sightings from the ship and shore; and a delectable "Caviar onthe Ice" deck party and other special deck events.

Adventure seekers are encouraged to lock in a spot on one of thecruise line's Ventures by Seabourn tours to discover selectdestinations via hike, kayak, Zodiac and catamaran. Each optional excursionexposes guests to up-close exploration of natural and/or cultural wonders, withguidance, insight and lectures from the line's skilled expedition team staffedby accomplished naturalists, marine biologists, wildlife researchers,photographers, videographers, guides and more. The team is also part of thecomplimentary Seabourn Conversations program, providing in-depth insights intothe history, ecology and culture of the places they visit. Throughout thevoyage, their valuable insights are offered both in complimentary formalpresentations on a variety of topics and in more casual conversations overmeals or at leisure. In addition, the team chronicles their adventures withstories and photos via Seabourn's Ventures Tracker.

A few notable optional Ventures by Seabourn tours scheduled thisseason include:

·Inian Islands Zodiac Exploration – Join a naturalist andexplore picturesque, weather-beaten shorelines teeming with Steller sea lions,otters and seabirds. Whales hungry for the rich sea life are also a commonsight. Seabourn provides travelers an up-close look and access to these remote,striking and unforgettable islands.

·Kayak Exploration of Misty Fjords – Settleinto a double kayak and paddle a path into the furthest regions of Alaska'sMisty Fjords, where wildlife and wilderness remain untouched. There will be aguide and a safety kayak along for the ride, but guests are otherwise free tosoak in the beauty of this special place, as few ever will.

·Tracy Arm/Endicott Arm Via Kayak – Paddling through TracyArm or Endicott Arm is a once-in-a-lifetime experience complete with panoramicviews of icebergs, waterfalls, wildlife and stunning backdrops of toweringmountains at every turn en route to North Sawyer or Dawes Glacier.

There will be a variety of additional shore excursions availableto Seabourn guests to explore fascinating destinations beyond regular ports ofcall, such as:

·Taku Glacier Lodge, Feast & Five Glaciers: A Mindful LivingTour – Depart from Juneau aboard a classic floatplane to "flightsee"five glaciers on the way to an exclusive, glacier-view seafood feast atAlaska's famous fly-in Taku Glacier Lodge. A serene yoga session and guidednature walk in sublime surroundings will also be offered to enjoy beforereturn.

·Stikine River & Wilderness Glacier by Jet-Boat – Anexhilarating jet-boat ride on one of North America's last truly wild riversleads to views of distant peaks, wildlife and spawning salmon, as well as theear-shaking roar of thundering waterfalls before arrival at iceberg-dottedShakes Lake and, conditions permitting, a view of Shakes Glacier.

·Wildlife Safari Cruise & Beach Bonfire – Embarkon a one-of-a-kind wildlife boat safari from Ketchikan to view the unique andfascinating wildlife in the region that may include humpback and orca whales,Dall's porpoise, harbor seals and bears. With a 360-degree observation deck,the tour offers excellent photography opportunities and an unobstructed view ofthe pristine wilderness.

For the traveler who wants to delve deeper, Seabourn is alsooffering a pair of exclusive Seabourn Journeys for guests to explore Alaska andBritish Columbia in-depth before or after their cruise. One by plane, the otherby rail, both are as magnificent as the region itself:

·Denali Experience – This five-day, fully escorted,custom-designed overland adventure promises awe-inspiring wonder with luxuryaccommodations and culinary options on top. Venturing into Alaska, guests willsoar high above glaciers in a flightseeing plane, and head deep into theprotected wilderness of Denali National Park with a guide to spot grizzly andblack bears, wolves, moose, caribou and more.

·UNESCO Banff National Park & the Rocky Mountaineer – Thisseven-day, pre-cruise journey travels deep inland with a scenic drive bypremium motor coach through the Canadian Rockies to Banff. Visit the UNESCOWorld Heritage Site of Banff and Yogo National Parks, with dreamy destinationsincluding Takakkaw Falls, Spiral Tunnels in Kicking Horse Pass, and dazzlingEmerald Lake, the largest of Yoho's 61 lakes and ponds. After a day on one'sown, ride the Rocky Mountaineer for two days into the heart of the CanadianRockies with comfortable seating and GoldLeaf service assured in a bi-level,glass-domed rail car to gaze in awe at photo-worthy views of scenic canyons,valleys, and the lush coast of British Columbia.

For reservations or more details, please contact a professionaltravel advisor; call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit www.seabourn.com. A dedicated shore excursion call centeris available for guests at 1-800-984-3225.

About Seabourn:

Seabourn currently operates a fleet of five modern ultra-luxuryships and is a proud member of World's Leading Cruise Lines. The exclusivealliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, PrincessCruises, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises, AIDA, P&O Cruises UK, P&O CruisesAustralia and fathom. Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc(NYSE/LSE: CCL and NYSE: CUK). Seabourn is the official cruise partner ofUNESCO World Heritage under a multi-year agreement to help promote sustainabletourism at World Heritage sites around the world.

For more Information:
Brian Badura
(206) 626-9158 or BBadura@seabourn.com
or
Ashley Fenton
Hawkins International Public Relations
(212) 255-6541 or Ashley@hawkpr.com

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