2026 World Cruise
January 6 - May 27, 2026
Author: John
March 27, 2026 – At Sea sailing to Singapore
Where in the World Are We?
We are sailing from Bali, Indonesia, to Singapore.
8:00 Our Food and Beverage Team presents: “Silver Brunch” until 1:00 p.m. La Terrazza
Join us for a delightful brunch buffet featuring a delicious array of favorites. We can’t wait to see you there!
10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris McPherson: “Singapore: How a Port Invented a Personality”.
Join Chris, your destination speaker, for an exploration into the history, culture, and cuisine of Singapore.
11:15 Enrichment Lecture with Dr. Robert O. Freedman: “Understanding the Contemporary Middle East”.
The Middle East is perhaps the most conflict-ridden region in the world.
2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Samuel Edelman: “ Is Iran’s Vision of the Shi’ite Empire Collapsing?”
We will explore the results of the Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthi war against Israel and the potential dissolution of Iran’s vision of a Shi’ite Crescent Empire.
3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Todd McLeish: “Sand Dancers: The Sea Turtles of Indonesia”.
Indonesia is a global hotspot for sea turtles, and we observed six species on beaches, coral reefs, and at sea in the region.
4:00 Enrichment Lecture with Mike Spence: “Scams, Phishing, Vishing, Malware and Ransomware. What are the Bad Guys up to?”
This talk will demystify some of the online threats that affect all internet users, making it much clearer to identify who is a friend or foe.
Dinner was in La Terrazza with Virtuoso hosts David and Ineke.
BOOGIE FEVER
TONIGHT’S SHOW
Get on your boogie shoes and feel the heat in your feet as you join your Silver Dawn Singers and Dancers for some disco fever and explosive dance moves, bound to get your toes tapping and heads
bobbing.
March 26, 2026 – Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
Where in the World Are We?
We are in Bali, Indonesia.
BENOA, BALI, INDONESIA
Island of the Gods, land of a thousand temples, or the world’s last paradise.
As superlative as these monikers may sound, they do not do justice to the island’s reality. Bali is
as good as everyone says – verdant mountains with terraced rice fields in one direction, black sand beaches
in another and captivating people that will leave even the most seasoned traveller humbled.
If you’re looking for a Garden of Eden that really does have it all, Bali ticks all the boxes. The rich
and diverse culture of the island is what sets Bali apart from Indonesia’s (many) other tropical paradises.
The country’s estimated 10,000 Buddhist-Hindu temples, with their daily offerings of lotus flowers and
fruit, are a testament to the gentleness of the islander’s belief.
Then there is the vibrant arts and crafts scene, notably in Ubud in the centre of the island, but prolific
everywhere. Ideal souvenirs to bring back range from gorgeous silver jewellery to intricate wood carvings.
Additionally, do try to see a traditional dance if possible, particularly if accompanied by local gamelan
music.
No one could mention Bali without mentioning the food. Dishes range from elaborate meals to street food
bites, but all are, without exception, ambrosia. Do not miss out on tasting a succulent chicken satay, betutu
(apparently the King’s favourite meal), and sambal matah. But whatever you decide to discover, you can be
assured of a taste sensation that will remain with you long after you have returned home.
SIGHTS
- Bali Safari and Marine Park
- Turtle Islands
- Museum Pasifika
- Tanjung Benoa Cultural Village
- Nusa Dua Beach
- Mengiat Beach
- Water Blow
- Bhagawan Garden
TANJUNG BENOA CULTURAL VILLAGE
Visit the famous cultural village where you can immerse in the Balinese traditions and culture. It is located near Benoa Beach in Bali, giving you a unique glimpse of the local life. You can explore traditional Balinese architecture, visit the spiritual temples, and observe the cultural ceremonies. The village showcases the Island’s rich heritage and art forms, including dance and music. For those seeking a deeper connection with the culture of Bali, a visit to Tanjung Benoa Cultural Village is a unique and enriching .
Private Denparsar City Tour
We hired a car to take us to two of Denpar’s museums.
World Cruise Event – From Paddy to Plate
Bali is a living museum.
Silverseas took us on an experience at Tanah Gajah set amidst the lush landscape of Bali’s culture-rich highlands.
Welcomed by the soft cadence of bamboo instruments, we begin our introduction to a culture guided by balance, gratitude, and ancestral legacies. Moving freely among the Balinese artisans and spiritual leaders gathered here, we discover the measured gestures of dance, the quiet poetry of palm-leaf manuscripts, the making of music, and so much more. As dusk settles, a ceremonial procession leads the way to an altern-lit rijsttafel beneath the stars – a procession of spiced dishes, celebrating the richness of Bali’s harvest. Gamelan music carries throughout the terraces as flavors unfold, giving way to the hypnotic cadence of the kecak dance. In a final, symbolic movement of renewal, an ogoh-ogoh effigy is briefly set alight, before dances the evening draws to a close, the quiet soul of Bali lingering with us long after we’ve departed.
“THE SPIRIT OF BALI”
TONIGHT’S LOCAL SHOW
Let’s join our talented group of musicians and dancers from Bali as they bring the island’s rich culture and traditions to life.
Through mesmerizing performances, graceful movements, and stunning traditional costumes, they beautifully showcase the spirit and
heritage of Bali.
March 25, 2026 – Lombok, Indonesia
Where in the World Are We?
We are in Lombok, Indonesia.
Home to the second highest volcano and an amazing, unique wildlife.
An island of startling contradictions and contrasts Lombok exudes an aura of the staid and the rural a
genteel way of life in a quiet backwater. Located to the east and across a deep strait from its illustrious
neighbor Bali the island of Lombok offers unique culture beautiful landscapes and a far less frenetic
pressured atmosphere than Bali.
However savvy travelers agree that Lombok’s calm existence may soon come to an end as it is fast
becoming the new “in place” after Bali. The island was once ruled by a series of Sasak princes who spent
their time fending off successive invasions from Sumbawanese and Makassarese attackers. In 1740 the
Balinese established a stronghold here and imposed their culture on the Sasaks. Later Lombok came
under Dutch rule until the country achieved independence.
The western part of the almost circular island is well irrigated by mountain streams and artesian springs.
Here Balinese and Sasaks have sculpted handsome rice terraces Hindu temples vie for attention with
glistening white mosques rising from picturesque rural villages. More dramatic is the southern coast with
beautiful sandy bays set between rocky outcrops.
Most of Lombok’s attractions are concentrated in the western district of the island within a nine-mile radius
of the capital Mataram. Members of Lombok’s polyglot population – Sasak Balinese Chinese and Arab –
continue their laidback traditional ways.
SIGHTS
- Lembar Beach
- Gili Mas
- Cakranegara Town
- Mayura Water Palace
- NTB Museum
- Sayang Sayang Art Market
- NARMADA ROYAL PARK
The Narmada Royal Park & Temple, built in 1727 by the King of Mataram Lombok, Anak Agung Ngurah Karangasem, is the site of the Pakelem Ceremony held every full-moon between October and November. - In addition to the ceremony, Narmada Royal Park is also used as a resting place of the royal family during the dry season
Excursion – Lombok’s Cultural Heritage
We discovered the cultural heritage and traditional arts and crafts of Lombok during this excursion.
Gili Mas, Mataram District, Cakranegara Town and Mayura Water Palace
We drove to the small town of Cakranegara, located in the Mataram District. We visited is made to the Mayura Water Palace. One of Lombok’s religious and historical buildings, it was originally known as the ‘Garden Palace of Kelepug’, a name derived from the ‘kelepug’ sound that emerged when the swift water discharged from springs in the middle of the palace’s pond. The Mayura Water Palace emotes a peaceful, natural, religious and historical aura. The palace is equipped with a pool, arranged in a way that looks like a beautiful garden. Although the Mayura Water Palace was designed with Balinese and Javanese influences, it also imparts a nuanced religious feel. In some special rituals, the temple still functions as a place of worship of the Gods.
Downtown Mataram and NTB Museum
We continued on to downtown Mataram, the capital city of Lombok, for a visit to the NTB Museum.
The museum’s exterior features the relics of a cannon and anchor, mementoes of the arrival of the Dutch on Lombok Island.
During your guided walking tour inside the museum, view collections depicting the island’s geology, biology, ethnography,
archaeology, history, numismatics, heraldic, philosophy, and ceramics. In addition, see dolls dressed in traditional Sasak,
Mbojo and Samawa garb, part of the culture of the Province. In the main exhibition room, a row of glass cabinets contains
funerary artefacts, as well as those used for marriage ceremonies. Other collections include manuscripts containing historical
records of Lombok.
Sayang Sayang Art Market, Free Time and Shopping
We proceeded to our final stop, the Sayang Sayang Art Market. This local art market was built as a hub for Lombok Island residents and craftsmen to display and sell their crafts. The market consists of small stores selling handicrafts such as wooden, rattan, cane and bamboo products, along with antiques and traditional woven cloth (ikat). During our visit, some free time is made available to browse the items available for sale.
Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant
“INTERACTIVE MAGIC SHOW”
WITH HEADLINE ENTERTAINER ICELONE
Icelone’s repertoire is anchored in the realm of highly skilled sleight of hand manipulation, a mastery that has garnered him accolades and invitations to showcase his talents on the global stage.
His magic transcends traditional boundaries, seamlessly weaving together reality and technology, imagination and illusion.
What truly distinguishes Icelone is his ability to blur the lines between
reality and illusion, captivating spectators with an enthralling journey
that challenges the limits of perception.
His highlight acts are a visual feast, leaving guests on the edge of their seats as he conjures an extraordinary spectacle.
March 22 – Darwin, Austrailia
Where in the World Are We?
We are in Darwin, Australia
DARWIN, AUSTRALIA
A New-Found paradise for salties
Australia’s capital of the north is a uniquely tropical city and a historically isolated outpost of this vast and
diverse country. Reaching up toward the equator, a full 2,000 miles from Sydney and Melbourne, the city
was named in honour of Charles Darwin by the British settlers who established a frontier outpost here.
With a unique history, beautiful islands nearby, and a palette of sizzling Pacific flavours, colourful Darwin is
an enchanting and exotic Australian destination.
Crocodiles patrol the jungled waterways and tropical rainforests around Australia’s gateway to the Top
End. Explore via airboat to look down on the veined waterways of the mist‑laced Kakadu National Park.
The sounds of chattering birdlife and the gentle splash of fountains and waterfalls fill the air in the George
Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens. Soak it all in before kicking back and relaxing with a picnic and a crackling
barbecue.
The sunshine and famous tropical pink sunsets draw many visitors naturally to the city’s soft sands,
especially at pretty Mindil Beach as evening approaches. The adjoining market, filled with souvenirs and
craft stalls, is the perfect place to enjoy fiery Asian flavours. Stroll the stalls, sample the food, and crack
open an ice‑frosted beer as the sunset show begins.
Although remote, Darwin found itself on the front line during the Pacific War, when the Japanese air force
bombed the city in 1942. This relaxed, unassuming city has a deeply resilient backbone, however. You can
explore the museums to learn more about the war’s impact on Darwin, as well as the devastating effects of
one of Australia’s worst natural disasters, Cyclone Tracy in 1973.
We arrived at 7:30 am and departed at early 11:30 am instead of 8 pm to avoid Cyclone Narelle headed toward Darwin. The already-massive severe weather warning has been expanded to “include the Darwin area and pretty much all of the Top End”. “The warning is for the risk of damaging winds and heavy, locally intense rainfall which may lead to river rises and flash flooding.
As a result we went into Darwin for a one hour visit in the central business district.
2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Mike Spence: “Computer Forensics. CSI Separating Fact from Fiction”.
As an independent Computer Forensics specialist, Mike will demonstrate the answer with both serious and humorous examples from his caseload of over 700 investigations and 300+ court appearances as an Expert Witness.
3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Prof. Samuel Edelman: “The Story of the Arab and Ottoman Empire Building”.
The impact of 1400 years of Arab and Ottoman colonialism continues to impact from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
Dinner was in The Atlantide restaurant.
“LEADING LADIES”
WITH WORLD CRUISE AMBASSADOR ELEANOR HUTCHINSON
Join your World Cruise Ambassador, Eleanor in her show ‘Leading
Ladies’ as she takes you on a musical journey that pays homage to
some of the iconic female performers who influenced both her life
and career.
From Doris Day and Judy Garland to Barbara Streisand and Julie
Andrews, Eleanor celebrates the timeless contributions of these
wonderful women to the world of music and her own life.
March 21, sailing to Darwin, Australia
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.
March 20, sailing from Broome to Darwin, Australia
Where in the World Are We?
We are sailing from Broome to Darwin, in Northern Australia.
10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris McPherson: “Northern Threshold: Darwin at the Edge of a Continent”.
Join Chris, your destination speaker, for an exploration into the history, culture, and cuisine of Darwin.
2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Robyn Ratcliffe: “The Great Studio Wars: Power, Rivalry, and the Birth of the Big 5”.
Dive into the intense rivalries between the major studios — MGM, Paramount, Warner Bros, 20th Century Fox, and RKO.
3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Mike Spence: “New Zealand’s Largest Public Sector Fraud. Better than CSI fiction”.
How did one person successfully create 123 different identities to defraud the NZ Government?
6:15 Pre-Dinner Show! Silversea Proudly Presents Headline Entertainer Ian Cooper in “An Encore Performance”.
Ian Cooper continues his high-energy World-Music tour of Gypsy, Classical, Country & Irish Fiddle.
7:00 Australian Dinner Barbeque on the Pool Deck.
ROCK THE BOAT
TONIGHT’S SHOW
Put on your dancing shoes and join us on the Pool Deck as we dance
the night away with our collection of eclectic party hits.
Silversea Singers and Band will be sure to keep you swinging and swaying as those records keep playing for you to party throughout the entire evening!
March 19, Broome, Australia.
Where in the World Are We?
We are in Broome, in Northwest Australia.
BROOME, AUSTRALIA
The gateway to further adventure in the Kimberley Region
Gateway to the oldest and most elusive of all Australia’s nine regions, Broome is where your Kimberley
adventure begins. The ancient landscape has long held travellers spellbound: the Kimberley is three times
larger than England but has a population of just 35,000, is over 65,000 years old, and is home to 2,000
km of coastline. Almost impenetrable and incredibly remote, its red baked earth, prolific wildlife, majestic
canyons, and swimming holes are the stuff of Australian wilderness dreams.
English explorer William Dampier was the first European to set foot in Broome in 1688. However, the
land had long been used as a trading route between the east and west Kimberley by Aboriginal families.
These semi‑nomadic tribes respected strict unwritten rules regarding land ownership. The Yawuru
people remain the Native Title holders for the township of Broome to this day. Broome itself has over 84
Aboriginal communities affiliated with it, 78 of which are considered remote.
The city grew from its nascent pearling industry in the late 19th century. Pearl diving in the waters
surrounding Broome was dangerous, and for many years, divers were limited to Aboriginal slaves skin
divers who faced cyclones, sharks, crocodiles, and severe ear and chest infections in order to bring up as
many pearl shells as possible for their masters. Natural pearls were rare and extremely valuable, and when
found, they were placed in a locked box. At the peak of the industry, around 1914, Broome was responsible for
80% of the world’s pearl trade.
SIGHTS
- Broome Bird Observatory
- Roebuck Bay Lookout
- Chinatown Broome
- Broome Turf Club
- Horizontal Falls
- MALCOLM DOUGLAS WILDERNESS PARK
Cuddle a baby crocodile, see the rare cassowary, or pat a kangaroo.
At the Malcolm Douglas Wilderness Wildlife Park, about a 15-minute drive from Broome, animal lovers can enjoy close-up
views of some of Australia’s quirkiest and most formidable creatures and learn about their habitat and behaviors. Wallabies, dingoes, snakes, and lizards also inhabit the park, as well as a range of feathered critters, from emus to cockatoos and
kookaburras. Stay for the croc feeding, when some of the largest crocodiles in Australia demonstrate their surprising agility as they lunge for food.
Excursion – Broome Sights, History & Wildlife Difficulty
We explored the history and wildlife of Broome during this scenic excursion to Gantheaume Point, the Pearl Luggers Museum, and the Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park.
Broome City Tour & the Pearl Luggers Museum
We departed the pier for a narrated, approximately 30-minute sightseeing drive through Broome. Along the way, see Chinatown,
Matso’s and Captain Gregory’s House and Town Beach. Your first stop is at the Pearl Luggers Museum. The museum chronicles
Broome’s glory days in the 19th century, when the city was known as the ‘Pearl-fishing Capital of the World’. During your visit,
learn about this bygone era and view historical exhibits that include a pair of beautifully-restored, sail-powered pearl luggers.
Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park
Next, our tour continued with a visit to the Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park. Founded by adventurer, filmmaker, and former
crocodile hunter Malcolm Douglas in 1983, the park is home to estuarine crocs. The crocs, some bearing such colourful
monikers as Agro, Miss Fitzroy, and Deek, are mostly rogue specimens captured after annoying fishermen or frequenting public
waterways.
Gantheaume Point
The red sandstone cliffs of Gantheaume Point stand in contrast to the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. While Gantheaume
Points’ 130-million-year-old dinosaur footprints are best seen at low tide; a plaster cast is available for viewing.
Our tour concluded with a ride past the Japanese Cemetery en route to the pier.
Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant
COUNTRY QUEENS
WITH MYA BOYD
Mya Boyd is a 24-year-old from England and has been singing her
whole life. She trained at Italia Conti in Guildford when she was 16
and went on to study Performing Arts at the University of Chichester before joining Silversea as a production vocalist in 2023.
Tonight, performing alongside the Silver Dawn Band, all of her
favourite country songs by various female artists, such as Dolly
Parton, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, Shania Twain, and more.
March 18 – at sea
Where in the World Are We?
10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “What the Tides Revealed in Broome”.
Join Chris, your destination speaker, for an exploration into the history, culture and cuisine of Broome.
12 Noon. Australian Pie Lunch on the Pool Deck
2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Robyn Ratcliff: “From Silent Films to Blockbusters: How Hollywood Changed the World”.
Discover how Hollywood evolved from black-and-white silent films to the multi-billion-dollar global industry it is today.
3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Todd McLeish: “Seabirds Out Your Window”.
Not just gulls! Learn how to identify albatrosses, shearwaters, boobies, and petrels, then join Todd on deck to watch for them.
6:00 Enrichment Lecture with Mike Spence: “Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies. What are they? Why did they emerge?”.
What is Bitcoin? Should I buy into it and why are so many people involved in Cryptocurrencies going to jail?
Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant
PARIS TO BROADWAY
HEADLINE ENTERTAINER CHRISTINE ANDREAS
Christine Andreas is a Broadway Star, a multiple-award winning
singer, actress and recording artist AND a two-time Tony Award
Nominee.
In concert tonight with her Grammy-nominated husband,
Martin Silvestri you’ll be transported from the Venetian Lounge to
Manhattan’s swankiest supper club enjoying the best of Broadway
and the American Songbook.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day sailing to Broome, Australia
Where in the World Are We?
We are sailing from Geraldton to Broome, Australia
10:15 Enrichment Lecture with Mike Spence: “Robotics” – Did the movie Terminator do for Robotics what Jaws did for sharks?
Why is there an explosion in Robotics research and real-world applications? What does the future hold?
2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Dr. Robert O. Freedman: “Current Issues in Sino-American Relations”.
We analyze the key issues in the Sino-American relationship – from Taiwan and the rare earth dispute to the conflict over freedom of navigation in the South China Sea.
3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Todd McLeish: “Marine Mammals of Western Australia”.
Learn about the whales, dolphins, seals, and other mammals that may be observed from the ship as we traverse the region.
Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant.
ST. PARTICK’S DAY PARTY
Join the celebration for a lively St. Patrick’s Day gathering featuring festive music, great atmosphere, and plenty of good fun.
Come along, enjoy the moment, and share a touch of Irish spirit and luck with fellow guests.
Geraldton, Australia
Where in the World Are We?
We are in Geraldton, on Australia’s southwest coast, on the Indian Ocean.
GERALDTON, AUSTRALIA
Gateway to the Houtman Abrolhos Islands
Surrounded by sun‑drenched beaches, Geraldton in Western Australia is a thriving city facing the Indian
Ocean. Located on the Coral Coast, the city has a friendly country‑town feel while also being rich in local
history and cultural heritage. Like many coastal towns, its dining and café culture is superb, offering a
delightful dilemma for travellers when choosing where to eat.
Celebrated for its annual display of spectacular wildflowers, Geraldton’s flora attracts visitors from all
regions. Guides often take tourists on round trips of up to 300 miles (500 kilometres) to ensure they see
the very best of the bloom. A haven for visitors—especially during the cooler months—the landscapes vary
year to year depending on rainfall. Entire fields become blanketed in colour, and rare plants such as the
wreath flower burst into magnificent bloom.
Knowledgeable local guides keep track of which areas are flowering and are always ready to point visitors
in the right direction. With more than 300 species of native plants, it is no surprise that insects and birds
flourish here, too. Over 120 types of birds have been recorded, along with 22 species of reptiles and seven
species of frogs. And of course, the iconic kangaroo also calls these plains home, offering visitors a truly
authentic Aussie welcome whenever one hops into view.
SIGHTS
- Museum of Geraldton
- St Francis Xaviers Cathedral
- HMAS Sydney II Memorial
- Point Moore Lighthouse
- Yamaji Drive Trail
- Beaches
- Greenough Wildlife and Bird Park
- ABROLHOS ISLAND
The Abrolhos Islands are a tropical haven of white sand and aqua waters located off Geraldton’s coastline.
The islands are a paradise for snorkellers, divers, and fishermen and are home to exciting wildlife like the
Australian sea lion.
Excursion – Geraldton Panorama
We explored one of the largest fishing communities in Australia during this half-day sightseeing excursion through Geraldton. It is
the largest town north of Perth and one of the most attractive coastal centres in Western Australia, with a number of outstanding
attractions.
Geraldton Sights and HMAS Sydney Memorial
We departed the pier for a sightseeing drive through Geraldton, a picturesque seaside town with a Mediterranean climate. Along the way, we learned about the history of one of Australia’s largest fishing communities and explored its local landmarks. Our first stop is at the HMAS Sydney Memorial, located on Mt. Scott. This memorial remembers Australia’s biggest naval tragedy, and the 645 men who went down with the HMAS Sydney in 1941. After decades of searching, the wreck of the ship was finally found in
March 2008 off the coast of Shark Bay.
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral
Continue with a visit to the St. Francis Xavier Cathedral and see the church’s metallic dome. Monsignor John Hawes, a parish
Priest-turned-architect designed this and many other area churches.
Museum of Geraldton
Our last stop is at the Museum of Geraldton. During our guided tour, we explored major early shipwrecks located in the region,
including the Batavia, Gilt Dragon, Zuytdorp, and Zeewijk, and the discovery of the HMAS Sydney II. The museum also features
interactive displays highlighting the local Aboriginal culture and the surrounding natural environment.
We viewed Geraldton and the surrounding area on our return to our ship.
Dinner was on Spaccanapoli Pizza on deck 11.
IAN COOPER
TONIGHT’S SHOW
Ian Cooper was commissioned to compose and perform the “Tin
Symphony” for the opening ceremony of the 2000 Summer
Olympic Games in Sydney. The event was televised worldwide with
an estimated 2.85 billion viewers.
Born into a family of classical musicians, Ian Cooper began learning the violin from his mother at age four. His first live television appearance was at age 5 where he performed “The Two Grenadiers” by Schumann on Channel 7 Australia, and his Sydney Opera House debut was at age 6. He performed as a child star in Japan for NHK TV and performed with the Vienna Boys Choir in their hometown.
