My ship will come ...

Even if it still takes a few months
until these luxury ships sail the oceans for the first time - they are already making waves today!

The Seven Seas Explorer from Regent Seven Seas will not only be "the most luxurious ship in the world", but will also offer the most space per passenger. For those who are still looking for an exclusive plus in privacy: The largest suite measures 360 square meters and has its own spa area as well as a glass salon with a 270° panoramic view. It all starts on July 20, 2016 in Monte Carlo. Ten Mediterranean cruises are then on the program during the summer months before heading across the Atlantic to the Caribbean.
www.rssc.com

Small, fine - and more private yachts than cruise ships: Seabourn has set new standards in the luxury segment. The new Seabourn Encore will be added to the fleet in December 2016. Right at the start, it's off on a great 60-day voyage from Piraeus to Sydney!
www.seabourn.com

Viking Ocean Cruises, the ocean-going offshoot of the highly acclaimed river cruise line, is one of the youngest providers on the market - and won the "Cruise Critics Best New Ocean Ship 2015" awards with the Viking Star! The sister ship Viking Sea will follow this year. Routing highlights include Mediterranean voyages with three-day stops in Israel and a 15-day cruise from Bergen to Istanbul.
www.vikingcruises.com

We reported in detail on the new Mein Schiff 4 from TUI Cruises in the fall issue of Connoisseur Circle. Less than a year after its first voyage, the identical Mein Schiff 5 is already setting sail this summer! The maiden voyage departs from Kiel on July 16, 2016 and takes in the most beautiful cities in the Baltic region. Tip: Be sure to book the Sky & Sea Penthouse Suites with their loft-like ambience and private roof terraces!
www.tuicruises.com


Crystal Cruises is heading for new shores with the new Crystal Esprit, which set sail last year. The agile mega yacht with a bathing platform and its own submarine (!) has been sailing underwater excursions between Dubai and the Seychelles from the end of December until spring. It also visits bays and harbors that are off-limits to larger ships.
www.crystalcruises.com


Text: Jörg Bertram
Photo: Crystal Esprit by Crystal Cruises