Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – At Sea sailing from Luanda, Angola to Banjul, Gambia

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Luanda, Angola, to Banjul, Gambia.

10:15 Enrichment Lecture with Gala Souslova : “Desert and Ocean: Silence at the Beginning of Time“.
Discover with Gala the ancient Namib Desert, one of the oldest landscapes on Earth & how Africa expresses itself through music & cuisine.

JOURNEY OF ALEXANDER SMALLS
LIFE, ART, PASSION, AND WORK
This interview with Alexander Smalls delves into his life – from his roots in music and performance to his rise as a transformative force in the culinary world.

In this conversation, Smalls will delve into his Gullah Geechee heritage, artistic background, and personal
experiences that have shaped his approach to food, culture, and community. He will discuss the inspiration behind his cuisine, the creative process that blends artistry and tradition, and the ways he honors his heritage while pushing culinary boundaries.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Neil Millar: “Golf’s Surprising History: Clubs and Balls”.
Ever since the earliest records of golf (which dates from the mid-1400s), there have been numerous changes to the clubs and balls that are used to play the game.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Scott Cutler: “AI’s Transformative Role in Healthcare – and What it Means to You”.
Discover how AI is revolutionizing medicine, from early disease detection and robotic surgery to personalized healthcare and your own AI-powered medical concierge.

Dinner was at Spaccanapoli, the pizza restaurant, on Deck 11.

ICONIC RHAPSODY
BILLY JOEL, ELTON JOHN, FREDDIE MERCURY
GREATEST HITS

Enjoy timeless hits from Billy Joel, Elton John, and Freddie Mercury—icons loved worldwide. Experience their greatest songs performed by Silver Dawn’s singers and dancers, featuring our own pianist and vocalist, Remon.