Satruday, May 16, 2026 – At Sea sailing to Banjul, Gambia, Africa

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.

Were in the World Are We?

We are sailing to Banjul, Gambia, Africa.

10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris McPherson: “Las Palmas: History in the Backstreets, Holidays on the Waterfront”.
Join Chris, your destination speaker, for an exploration into the history, culture and cuisine of Las Palmas.

11:15 Enrichment Lecture with Scott Cutler: “When Giants Pivot: Google’s AI Comeback through the Lens of Disruption”.
See how Google, Apple, and Microsoft reacted to AI’s inflection point.

12:15 World Cruise Lunch.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Neil Millar: “Golf’s Surprising History: The Origins and Spread of Golf”.
The origin of golf has become a highly contentious topic. This, and the subsequent worldwide spread of golf, will be examined.

Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant.

BEYOND THE ORIGINAL
TONIGHT’S SHOW

Beyond the Original” reimagines classics as male vocalists perform iconic female songs and vice versa. With operatic flair, rich harmonies, and the Silver Dawn Band, Beatrice, Francesca, Luke & Sass deliver unforgettable renditions blending classic, modern, and contemporary styles.