Silversseas Dawn sailing to Adelaide, Australia

2026 WORLD CRUISE – The Curious and The Sea – Discover How The World Was Discovered - January 6 – May 27. 140 days, 58 Ports, 30 Countries.

The oceans are always calling and looking to see who answers — and for many travelers, the ultimate answer is to take a cruise around the world. On Silversea’s World Cruise 2026, called “The Curious and the Sea: Discover How the World Was Discovered,” you can follow in the footsteps of historic explorers, becoming intimately acquainted with the primordial waters of the modern world and the stories behind each destination. Sailing on board Silver Dawn, guests will depart Fort Lauderdale on January 6, 2026, and arrive in Lisbon on May 27, 2026, recapturing the pioneering spirit of navigators from the past, exploring distant lands, diverse traditions, and delectable cuisine across six continents. The 140-day cruise calls at 58 ports in 30 countries.

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Melbourne to Adelaide, Australia.

12:00 Italian Amalfi Lunch: Savor the bright, coastal flavors of Italy’s Amalfi Coast with a fresh, Mediterranean‑inspired lunch.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Tony Van Maanenberg: “The History of Wine in Australia”.

A summary of Australia’s Wine Industry and why South Australia is the iconic home to many top wines.

4:00 Enrichment Lecture with Geoff Gray: “The Australia–America Alliance: Can it adjust to secure the future?”
Includes discussion of the AUKUS agreement and Australia’s nuclear submarines.

6 PM. Captain Tysse Venetian Society Cocktail Reception

Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant.

“AMERICANA”
ROAD-TESTED CLASSICS FROM THE HIGHWAYS OF AMERICA

Patrick and the boys are back, with a brand new show. This show is called “Americana” – “Road Tested Classics from The Highways of
America” It’s all about the stories Behind the songs. Stories from Patrick’s own adventures “on the road” in America .
Great American writers, like John Steinbeck, Mark Twain and Jack Kerouac, have all had an enormous influence on Patrick, as a songwriter. His love of Dylan, Willy Nelson and countless others, shines through in all his performances. Let Patrick and the boys take you on a quick road trip around America in their show.