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An Extraordinary Evening: Seabourn Ovation Christened In Valletta, Malta

SEATTLE, May 11, 2018 – Seabourn, the world's finest ultra-luxury cruiseline, introduced its newest vessel to the world with a festive naming ceremonyfor Seabourn Ovation in the beautiful baroque harbor ofValletta, Malta today. Seabourn orchestrated a line-up of celebratory events,including a live performance by the ship's godmother, actress and singer ElainePaige OBE, one of the world's best-loved and most highly awarded artists.Following her performance, she made a traditional blessing and released abottle of champagne that was broken against the ship, a time-honored shipnaming tradition.

That triumphant moment was broadcast on a large viewing screen forguests of the maiden voyage and other invited attendees to see.

"The launch of Seabourn Ovation brings us to a new era forSeabourn where we further reinforce our position as the newest, most consistentfleet in the ultra-luxury cruise category," said Richard Meadows, president ofSeabourn. "The ship is another major step forward in the growth of Seabourn andan opportunity for us to provide guests with the finest luxury travel experienceavailable at sea today. Like her sisters in our fleet, Seabourn Ovationis such a beautiful ship, and I know that guests and cruise industry observersare going to be very impressed from the moment they step on board."

In addition to live performances, remarks were made by Meadows, aswell as by Seabourn Ovation Captain Stig Betten.

A full orchestra ensemble on the Pool Deck performed the themedmusical work and provided additional entertainment during the evening ceremony.Guests also witnessed the debut of the new Seabourn anthem written by Sir TimRice, titled: "We Sail to See the Lives of Others", which was performedpublicly for the first time.

The evening capped with a brilliant fireworks display that lit upthe harbor of Valletta.

Seabourn Ovation is the fifth ultra-luxury vesselto join the Seabourn fleet over the past decade, and the second of two shipsdesigned for the line by hospitality design icon Adam D. Tihany. Like SeabournEncore before it, the ship features all oceanfront suites with privateverandas, along with modern design elements and innovations in keeping withSeabourn's reputation for understated elegance, as well as one additional deck,newly expanded public areas and a brand-new, al fresco dining venue, "Earth& Ocean at The Patio™".

The ship departed on its maiden voyage May 5, the 11-day Inaugural Mediterranean Spring cruise,bound for Barcelona, Spain. Afterwards, the ship will then move onto a 14-day Vintage Europe headed for Ijmuiden (Amsterdam),Netherlands, and a 14-day Midsummer Baltic, arriving in Copenhagen, Denmark inlate June, before heading to Russia as part of a 7-day The Baltic & St. Petersburg cruise.

Seabourn Ovation will then explore NorthernEurope, beginning with a 21-Day St. Petersburg & Scandinavian Gems cruise aroundthe coast of Norway. The ship will retrace itself again with a 7-day St. Petersburg & The Baltic and then turn northand west with a series of cruises including a 14-day Majestic Fjords & North Cape; a 21-day Capitals of Northern Europe from Scandinavia to theBritish Isles; a 14-day Norway, The British Isles & Edinburgh; a 21-day Northern Europe Panorama; and then a 7-day The Baltic & St. Petersburg. The ship will round out the summer with a 21-day Baltic Gems & Majestic Fjords; a 14-day Scenic Fjords & North Cape; and, finally, a 30-day Viking Realm Exploration, arriving in Dover (London)on October 1 for the start of its autumn season.

Guests who sail on Seabourn Ovation will also find a numberof innovative offerings and programs, including partnerships with a selectgroup of companies and individuals whose dedication to superior quality,exceptional service and consistent customer satisfaction matches Seabourn.These programs include ‘An Evening with Tim Rice', the evening entertainment experience created exclusivelyfor the line in association with Belinda King Creative Productions; Spa and Wellness with Dr. Andrew Weil, offering guests a holistic spa and wellness experiencethat integrates physical, social, environmental and spiritual well-being; and The Grill by Thomas Keller, reminiscent of the classicAmerican restaurant from the 50's and 60's. Exclusive to Seabourn, The Grill isa unique culinary concept for Chef Keller, focusing on updated versions oficonic dishes. Guests will be treated to table-side preparations of Caesarsalad and ice cream sundaes, as well as a range of other favorites like premiumsteaks, whole roasted chicken, and Lobster Thermidor, presented à la carte.

For more details about the award-winning Seabourn fleet, or toexplore the worldwide selection of Seabourn cruising options, contact aprofessional travel advisor, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit www.seabourn.com.

Seabournis a proud member of World's Leading Cruise Lines. The exclusive alliance alsoincludes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, CunardLine, Costa Cruises, AIDA, P&O Cruises UK, P&O Cruises Australia andfathom. Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL andNYSE: CUK). It has formed a partnership with United Nations Educational,Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to help protect World Heritagesites.

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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