Silversea Expedition Guests Travel Deeper To Witness Incredible Aurora Borealis Display

(Miami, FL -- September 27, 2018) Guests on a recent Silversea Expeditions voyage were treated to one of nature's most stunning phenomena: the aurora borealis, or northern lights. This awe-inspiring display of otherworldly green lights dancing across the night’s sky came into view as Silver Cloud sailed off the southwest coast of Greenland on September 4, 2018. The sighting was representative of Silversea’s commitment to unlocking deep travel experience for guests.

For Silver Cloud's guests, who gathered on the ship's top deck to witness the lights, it was a spellbinding finale to a day spent exploring Qeqertarsuaq, a small town on scenic Disko Island. They had hiked through scenic trails to reach cascading waterfalls and a bay of glistening icebergs. Enriching guests’ immersion into the authentic beauty of Mother Nature, the sight of the northern lights – which are formed by electrons interacting with gases in the magnetosphere - offered a truly unforgettable memory.

"It's a real privilege for us to enable travelers to unlock such thrilling experiences as witnessing the northern lights," says Conrad Combrink, Silversea's Senior Vice President of Strategic Development for Expeditions and Experiences. "Using our expert knowledge and our collective experience, we create the conditions for our guests to enjoy remarkable travel experiences across the world; we're delighted that on this occasion Silver Cloud was in the right place at the right time for our guests to witness a once-in-a-lifetime display. Moments like these are what traveling deeper is all about."

In 2018, Silversea Expeditions celebrates its 10th anniversary of luxury expedition cruising. Over the past decade, the cruise line has specialized in taking travelers closer to the authentic beauty of the world, unlocking deep travel experiences in ultimate comfort with its fleet of intimate ships. Silversea sails to over 900 destinations across the world, taking guests closer to fascinating cultures and beautiful landscapes. Silver Cloud will return to Greenland on several expeditions in 2019, including voyages departing from Kangerlussuaq on August 26 and September 11 – during the optimal time period for spotting the northern lights.

Hosting just 254 guests, the luxurious Silver Cloud carries a fleet of 16 Zodiac crafts and 10 kayaks, providing the opportunity for guests to connect deeper with a destination from the water. Depending on the region, between 20 and 22 Expedition Team members are always on hand to share their considerable knowledge and insights with guests. They provide lectures in the multi-tiered Explorer Lounge, run workshops, lead Zodiac and kayak trips, and guide nature walks -- all of which is complimentary.

Aboard Silversea’s ships, guests enjoy ocean-view suites, sumptuous cuisine, and the personalized service of a butler. Enriching the experience are such all-inclusive amenities as complimentary premium wines and spirits, specialty coffees, bottled water, juices and soft drinks served throughout the ship; an in-suite bar, stocked with guests' preferences; an in-suite 24-hour dining service; and unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi, location permitting.

View and download images of the northern lights, taken from Silver Cloud on September 4, 2018: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bkw9vmmzrc2elfs/AABhyTgw_J9jmLNFkx7wVsela?dl=0

Browse Silversea’s range of luxurious expedition cruises: https://www.silversea.com/luxury-expeditions-cruises.html

About Silversea
Silversea Cruises, which is chaired by Manfredi Lefebvre d'Ovidio, is recognized as an innovator in the ultra-luxury cruise line industry, offering guests large-ship amenities aboard its intimate, all-suite vessels: Silver Wind, Silver Shadow, Silver Whisper, Silver Spirit and Silver Muse – all designed to offer an atmosphere of conviviality and casual elegance. With the inclusion of the expedition ships Silver Explorer, Silver Galapagos, Silver Discoverer, and with Silver Cloud recently joining the Expedition fleet, Silversea's itineraries encompass all seven continents and feature worldwide luxury cruises to the Mediterranean, Caribbean, both polar regions and hundreds of fascinating destinations in between. Silversea is also looking forward to the launch of two new ultra-luxury ships: Silver Moon is due to join the fleet in 2020, and Silver Dawn is scheduled to be delivered in late 2021. Both will be sister ships to flagship Silver Muse, maintaining the small-ship intimacy and spacious all-suite accommodations.

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