March 21, sailing to Darwin, 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 Broome to Darwin, Australia.

10:15 Enrichment Lecture with Robyn Ratcliffe: “Legends and Legacies: The Most Influential Directors of Hollywood”.
Meet the visionary directors — from Hitchcock to Spielberg — whose creativity and daring transformed the film industry.

11:15 Enrichment Lecture with Dr. Robert O. Freedman: “Vietnam and Australia in the Sino-American Influence Competition in Southeast Asia”.
Analyze the challenges faced by Vietnam and Australia as they seek to balance security and economic interests while China and the United States vie for influence.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Todd McLeish: “Marsupial Madness: An Introduction to Australia’s Pouched Mammals”.
Most mammals in Australia are marsupials, from kangaroos and wombats to koalas and Tasmanian devils.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Mike Spence: “The Next Human Revolution – Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Quantum Computing”.
Mike proposes that the Information Revolution is just finishing and that the AI/Quantum Computing Revolution is about to take its place.

6:00 Venetian Society Party: Celebrate loyalty at our elegant Venetian Society gathering.

Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant.

LIMELIGHT

Enjoy a spectacular evening with Limelight!

This dynamic show brings Broadway, West End, and iconic movie musicals to life. Join Silversea Singers & Dancers for hits from classics to today, including
Grease, ABBA, and The Greatest Showman.