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Enjoy a Dinner to Remember with Seabourn’s New ‘Cook Your Catch’ Experience Available in Alaska & British Columbia
SEATTLE, June 18, 2019 – Seabourn, the world's finest ultra-luxury travelexperience, has a new offering that is sure to reel in guests hungry foradventure and the freshest, wildest Alaska seafood imaginable. It's CookYour Catch, an exclusive culinary experience offering a memorableopportunity for guests to not only hook but also savor their own personal catchof the day in the midst of an ‘Ultimate Alaska' voyage exploring the majesticwilderness of Alaska & British Columbia aboard Seabourn Sojournover the summer season ahead.
Cook Your Catch is available now in conjunction with select shoreexcursions in Alaska - with distinctive guide-led adventures - and thepotential for tasty seafood is waiting at each destination. Upon returning to SeabournSojourn, guests will have the option to enjoy their fresh catch deliciouslyprepared for dinner by the onboard culinary team at either The Restaurantor The Colonnade.
"People fish all over the world, but few opportunities measure upto those we've created for guests with the Cook Your Catch experiencesurrounded by the beauty of Alaska this summer," said Gerald Mosslinger,vice president of hotel operations for Seabourn. "With skilled guides whoknow their way to the best waters, fishing for anglers of all skill levels, andpreparation for evening enjoyment by Seabourn's culinary talent, Cook YourCatch is an experience every guest will want to be a part of."
As with any fishing experience, a catch is the goal but notguaranteed. Where will guests be able to experience their own personal "BigFish" story in Alaska this summer? Destinations with excursions that enableCook Your Catch include:
·Halibut Fishing at Icy Straight Point – Board amodern cabin cruiser and embark on the ultimate fishing excursion in one of thehottest fishing spots known only to locals. The waters of Icy Strait areteeming with halibut, and an abundance of marine life and brilliant photo opportunitieswill be waiting.
·Salmon Fishing at Ketchikan – Board a modern fishing boat andhead to a nearby salmon fishing locale in the sheltered waters of CloverPassage, while keeping an eye – and a camera – out for eagles, whales, seals,sea lions and other wildlife along the way.
·Salmon Fishing at Sitka – The waters of Sitka Sound are swimmingwith an abundance of king, silver, chum and pink salmon, and sport fishing inthe region is one of the best-kept secrets in Southeast Alaska. Combined withdramatic views, marine wildlife, and excitement as running as deep as thewaters, this half-day salmon fishing adventure is not to be missed.
·Fishing the Inside Passage at Wrangell – Engagein world-class Pacific Ocean fishing along the Inside Passage amid a backdropof spectacular scenery, with calm waters harboring a multitude of sought-afterspecies including salmon and halibut. Leave it to the captain to choose thebest chance of catch based on seasonality and word of the day.
The 2019 season in Alaska and British Columbia runs from June toOctober offering a selection of 11-, 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 the breathtaking Inside Passage ofBritish Columbia.
Every cruise will include complimentary Seabourn all-weatherjackets; inspiring onboard guest speakers from the 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 the Ventures by Seabourn tours to discover selectdestinations via hike, kayak, Zodiac and catamaran. Each optional excursionoffers up-close exploration of natural and/or cultural wonders, with guidance,insight and lectures from the line's skilled expedition team staffed byaccomplished naturalists, marine biologists, wildlife researchers,photographers, videographers, guides and more. Among notable Ventures bySeabourn Tours scheduled through the season: Inian Islands ZodiacExploration; Kayak Exploration of Misty Fjords; and TracyArm/Endicott Arm Via Kayak.
For travelers who want to delve deeper into the beauty and historyof the region, Seabourn is also offering exclusive Seabourn Journeys for in-depth exploration before orafter their cruise. One by plane, the other by rail, and both magnificent, theyinclude the Denali Experience and UNESCO Banff National Park &the Rocky Mountaineer.
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.
Seabourn guests participating in Cook Your Catch will be requiredto purchase a valid one-day fishing license, available from the fishing boatcaptain at $25, and a $15 king salmon stamp as well during king salmon season,May-June. All fishing gear is provided. Guests may also choose to have theircatch shipped anywhere within the United States for an additional fee.
About Seabourn:
Seabourn currently operatesa fleet of five modern ultra-luxury ships and is a proud member of World'sLeading Cruise Lines. The exclusive alliance also includes Carnival CruiseLines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises, AIDA,P&O Cruises UK, P&O Cruises Australia and fathom. Seabourn is a brandof Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL and NYSE: CUK). Seabourn is theofficial cruise partner of UNESCO World Heritage under a multi-year agreementto help promote sustainable tourism 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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