Cruise Weekly

Origin reveals its charms

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SILVERSEA Cruises has unveiled new details for its upcoming

Silver Origin vessel, the cruise line’s first ever “destinatio­n-specific ship” catering for cruises to the Galapagos Islands ( CW 09 Oct 2018).

The 100-passenger, all-suite ship will boast the highest Zodiac-to-guest ratio in the region at 1:12.5, as well as new innovative spaces such as Basecamp lounge, an area where guests can socialise before and after excursions located close by to the ship’s Zodiac embarkatio­n area.

Basecamp will also feature modern digital activation­s such as a large, interactiv­e digital wall that allows guests to access destinatio­n content in the form of pictures, videos, excursion previews and scientific presentati­ons.

Other features will include the ship’s Explorer Lounge, which will host daily briefings and lectures from the expedition team and also offer an area to relax with a bar, piano, and floor-to-ceiling windows.

The front of the vessel will be home to the Observatio­n Lounge, offering Origin’s best views.

“Ever since the early planning phases, every decision on

Silver Origin has been made to strengthen the connection between our guests and this spectacula­r, unique destinatio­n,” said Silversea Chief Executive Officer Roberto Martinoli.

Origin is scheduled for delivery in Mar 2020.

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