Wednesday, February 16, 2022 – Photo of the Day – John on Deck
WEDNESDAY, 16 FEBRUARY 2022 DAY AT SEA
TODAY’S WEATHER Partly Cloudy High: 49°F 9°C Low: 47°F 8°C
DRESS CODE: INFORMAL
For Ladies: DRESSES OR PANTSUITS
For Gentlemen: JACKETS (TIE OPTIONAL)
No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues
Today’s Schedule
10:00 Enrichment Lecture with Bruno Cazarini (Travel Photography)
Today’s Topic: Beginners Guide to Photography Composition – What makes it art?
Join Expedition Photographer Bruno Cazarini as he explains the secrets behind what attracts us to a photograph.
11:15 Luxury Liners in the South Atlantic – A 30-minute presentation on the history and interiors of famous liners with Cruise Director Fernando
2:45 Enrichment Lecture with Marcel Lichtenstein (Biology and Astronomy)
Today’s Topic: Moon origins phase’s myths and legends
4:00 Complimentary Wine Tasting with Head Sommelier Mike Leblanc
9:45 Cabaret! “Dance with me Tonight” with Martin Calvert
Join Martin on the dance floor of the Panorama Lounge this evening to strut through medleys of Rock, Pop, Soul, Country, and Disco!
10:00 Enrichment Lecture with Bruno Cazarini (Travel Photography)
Today’s Topic: Beginners Guide to Photography Composition – What makes it art?
Join Expedition Photographer Bruno Cazarini as he explains the secrets behind what attracts us to a photograph.
2:45 Enrichment Lecture with Marcel Lichtenstein (Biology and Astronomy)
Today’s Topic: Moon origins phase’s myths and legends
MARTIN CALVERT
TONIGHT’S CABARET SHOW AT 9:45 PM
Martin Calvert from The Voices of Silversea strut through medleys of Rock, Pop, Soul, Country, and Disco!
His performance was on the dance floor of the Panorama Lounge.
BALLY
Every product is a testament to Bally’s passion for perfection: the punctuation of
a brogue; the soft touch of a bag’s leather; the classic silhouette of a sartorial jacket; the elegant contour of a Bally heel.
Bally is one of the world’s most enduring and unique luxury shoe and leather brands.
STRAIGHT BLACKJACK
FROM 10:00PM TO 11:00PM CASINO, DECK 5
Tonight, stop by the Casino and be a part of a chance to get more with just a Straight Blackjack!
Do not miss your chance to win big. All you have to do is get a hand of the straight cards six, seven, eight and you will be paid as if you have a Blackjack
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 – Photo of the Day – Sea
TUESDAY, 15 FEBRUARY 2022 DAY AT SEA
TODAY’S WEATHER Partly Cloudy High: 47°F 8°C Low: 45°F 7°C
DRESS CODE: INFORMAL
For Ladies: DRESSES OR PANTSUITS
For Gentlemen: JACKETS (TIE OPTIONAL)
No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues
Today’s Scheule:
10:00 Enrichment Lecture by Antarctic geopolitics expert George Kennedy
Today’s Topic: History of whaling in the Southern Ocean
11:00 Enrichment Lecture with Chris Harbard (Ornithology)
Today’s Topic: Birds of the South Atlantic Islands – Join birder Chris for a look at the birds of South Georgia, the Tristan da Cunha group, St Helena, Ascension Island, and the Falkland Islands
12:00 Pub Lunch – We enjoyed traditional pub fare and a good old-fashioned sing-along!
with Cruise Director Fernando, The Voices of Silversea, International Hostesses, and The Whisper Trio
2:30 Enrichment Lecture with Marcel Lichtenstein (Biology and Astronomy)
Today’s Topic: Superstitions of the sea, sea culture knock on wood
3:30 Enrichment Lecture with Rob Caskie (History)
Today’s Topic: “Remote Tristan Da Cunha & St. Helena” ~ Islands in the middle of the Atlantic
6:45 Pre-Dinner Showtime: Classical Crossover Tenor, Shimi Goodman
With his vast West End experience Shimi Goodman sang a combination of musical theatre and classical crossover favorites
as well as a premiere of a brand new song!
9:30 Big Screen Movie: “The Courier” 2020
Director: Dominic Cooke; Stars: Benedict Cumberbatch; Merab Ninidze; Rachel Brosnahan; Jessie Buckley; Angus Wright
10:00 Enrichment Lecture by Antarctic geopolitics expert George Kennedy
Today’s Topic: History of whaling in the Southern Ocean
George is an Australian social scientist specialising in polar geopolitics. He has completed a Masters in Anthropology at Monash University and a Graduate Diploma in Antarctic Governance at the Australian Institute for Marine and Antarctic Science. Since completing his studies, George has worked within the policy office of the Australian Antarctic Division, collaborating with other Antarctic Treaty Parties on sustainable tourism practices and environmental protection frameworks.
11:00 Enrichment Lecture with Chris Harbard (Onithology)
Today’s Topic: Birds of the South Atlantic Islands – Chris gave us a look at the birds of South Georgia, the Tristan da Cunha group, St Helena, Ascension Island, and the Falkland Islands.
Chris writes for Birdwatch magazine and was editor of the ‘Birdwatchers’ Guides’ series of books. His own books include ‘Birdwatch, Songbirds, A Birdwatcher’s Quizbook, A First Guide to Birdwatching’.
PUB LUNCH: A TRADITION OF FUN, MUSIC, AND FOOD
12:00NOON PANORAMA LOUNGE, DECK 8
Pubs are traditional meeting places where good food and drink are served in an informal, relaxed family atmosphere. The food is simple and full of flavor and often accompanied by music with everyone singing along.
To help re-create this atmosphere, we will be serving a pub lunch of fish and chips and other tasty dishes, prepared by Executive Chef Ratko and Restaurant Manager Gilbert.
This traditional Pub Lunch included sing-along music with Cruise Director Fernando, The Voices of Silversea, International Hostesses, and The Silver Whisper Trio.
2:30 Enrichment Lecture with Marcel Lichtenstein (Biology and Astronomy)
Today’s Topic: Superstitions of the sea, sea culture knock on wood
Marcel’s profound passion for nature stimulated his studies in photography, astronomy, botany, ornithology, marine ecology and natural history. Whether it’s presenting an evening stargazing experience or a knot demonstration, Marcel has led expedition tours in 27 countries.
3:30 Enrichment Lecture with Rob Caskie (History)
Today’s Topic: “Remote Tristan Da Cunha & St. Helena” ~ Islands in the middle of the Atlantic.
Ron was a spellbinding storyteller in telling the history of Tristan de Cunha, the most remote inhabited location in the world.
Today, Tristan is an active volcanic island with rare wildlife and home to 241 British Citizens living in the world’s most isolated settlement of Edinburgh of the Seven Seas, far from the madding crowd in the South Atlantic Ocean.
CLASSICAL CROSSOVER TENOR, SHIMI GOODMAN
TONIGHT’S PRE-DINNER SHOW AT 6:45PM, THE SHOW LOUNGE
Singing since the age of 14 Shimi’s first lead role was at the age of 17 as Don Jose in an Israeli production of the opera Carmen which was also televised.
After achieving his Musical Theatre degree in England, his West End debut was in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s production of Bombay Dreams.
He also played in the musical Chicago alongside actresses such as Linda Carter, Brooke Shields and super model Christie Brinkley.
He was described by the press as “mesmerising”.
Tonight Shimi returned with a brand new show of musical theatre favorites and classical crossover hits as well a premiere of a brand new song. t
SILVERSEA LOGO SOUVENIR COLLECTION
Shop the collection of Silversea Cruises logo apparel and souvenirs available in
the boutique. Take a keepsake home to friends and family from your memorable
cruise vacation.
CHARLIE RULES
CASINO FROM 10:00PM TO 11:00PM
Whether you are a Blackjack player or not, do not miss this unique opportunity. During the promotion time, if you are dealt five cards without going over 21 then your hand will be counted as 21!
You may have heard of a Five Card Charlie before and then again you may not. If you fall into the latter category the Casino staff was available for providing all the newbies may need.
Monday, February 14, 2022 – Photo of the Day – Happy Valentine’s Day
MONDAY, 14 FEBRUARY 2022 – VALENTINE’S DAY AT SEA
TODAY’S WEATHER Cloudy/chance of rain High: 40°F 4°C Low: 36°F 2°C
DRESS CODE: FORMAL
For Ladies: COCKTAIL DRESSES OR PANTSUITS
For Gentlemen: TUXEDOS, DINNER JACKETS
OR DARK SUITS & TIE. No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues.
Today’s Schedule
3:15 Enrichment Lecture with Christoph Bialek (Botany)
Today’s Topic: Another World – The plant life of Tristan da Cunha. The island`s remote location gave rise to many endemic species, which do not occur anywhere else on the planet.
Christoph was born near Vienna, Austria. He grew up next to the woods and mountains surrounding the city and here he discovered his vocation to become a biologist. His curiosity for wildlife, plants and interactions among organisms in their environment brought him to the University of Vienna. There Christoph got his Master’s degree in ‘Conservation Biology and Biodiversity Management’ with a focus on Botany.
Valetine’s Dinner at The Restaurant
10:00 TALE OF TALES: Tale Teller our Special Guest Nicholas Crane
Meet with author Nicholas Crane and chat about books, travels, and others.
11:00 Cooking Demonstration with our Italian Chef Gianluca Lenzi
Join Italian Chef Gianluca as he prepares specialties from Italy
2:15 Enrichment Lecture with Bruno Cazarini (Travel Photography)
Today’s Topic: Wildlife Photography Tips & Techniques – Join Expedition Photographer Bruno Cazarini for an in-depth
lesson in shooting wildlife, which includes the techniques he has learned in varied environments over all seven continents
3:15 Enrichment Lecture with Christoph Bialek (Botany)
Today’s Topic: Another World – The plant life of Tristan da Cunha. The island`s remote location gave rise
to many endemic species, which do not occur anywhere else on the planet.
7:00 Valentine’s Dinner Dance with The Voices of Silversea The Restaurant
9:45 Showtime! Piano Showman, Chris Hamilton
Described as a “Wizard on the Keys”, Chris Hamilton returned to the stage with a brand new show including songs by
Cole Porter, classical piano music, and a unique trip to the Oscars which is amazed the audience.
10:00 TALE OF TALES: Tale Teller our Special Guest Nicholas Crane
Meet with author Nicholas Crane and chat about books, travels, and others.
2:15 Enrichment Lecture with Bruno Cazarini (Travel Photography)
Today’s Topic: Wildlife Photography Tips & Techniques –
Join Expedition Photographer Bruno Cazarini for an in-depth lesson in shooting wildlife, which includes the techniques he has learned in varied environments over all seven continents.
PIANO SHOWMAN, CHRIS HAMILTON
TONIGHT’S SHOW AT 9:45PM
Chris began playing the piano at the age of four. After winning several national competitions, he won a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music, London. He read Law at Oxford University and worked as a lawyer in the City of London and New York. I
n 2000 Chris decided to concentrate fully on performing and attended Guildford School of Acting. Since leaving there he has appeared in many shows and has performed in cabaret all over the world from the House of Commons to Bangkok.
He has performed as a headliner on all the major cruise lines and won the prestigious Silversea Guest Entertainer of the Year 2017.
Chris is a keen writer and his first musical, Over The Threshold, for which he wrote the music, lyrics and book was critically acclaimed and won the MTM Award for Best Music leading to a sell out transfer in London’s West End and a production in Vienna. t
LE VIAN PASSION RUBY The Boutique
Ruby has the distinction of being the most valued gemstone throughout most of
recorded history. Ancient Sanskrit referred to the ruby as the “king of precious
stones“. The name Ruby comes from the Latin word ruber for its hue. The strength
of red in the ruby depends on how much chromium is present.
Sunday, February 13, 2022 – Photo of the Day – Rough Day at Sea
SUNDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2022 EN ROUTE TO CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
TODAY’S WEATHER Cloudy/chance of rain High: 40°F 4°C Low: 36°F 2°C
DRESS CODE: INFORMAL
For Ladies: DRESSES OR PANTSUITS
For Gentlemen: JACKETS (TIE OPTIONAL)
No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues
Today’s Schedule
1:45 Enrichment Lecture by Antarctic geopolitics expert George Kennedy
Today’s Topic: Power, Money, and Influence – A modern history of South Georgia
2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Tracy Fleming
Today’s Topic: iPad and Photography Clinic – Are your iPhones & iPads driving you mad? Do you need help with your camera?
Then come and see Tracy Fleming and she will attempt to answer all your questions.
6:45 Pre-Dinner Showtime! Silversea proudly presents Jakub Trasak, Instrumentalist
Virtuostic violin versions of music from Sting, John Denver, and Simon and Garfunkel.
We have found that when we have Day(s) At Sea, we have a full schedule. There are always too many activities to do them all. We had rough seas with swells of 19′ high. This caused our ship to Rock and Roll, or pitch and yawl for you sailers. Most days have a dance class at 2 pm, dancing in the bar at 6:30 & 9:15, and the Panorama Lounge at 10:15. Today our Cruise Director Fernando joked that all you had to do was to show up and the ship movement would do the dancing for you.
We were taught more about the Geopolitics of South Georgia Island. It was like going to our own World Affairs Council. We are fortunate to have iPhone, iPad, iCloud, and basic photography training to help us take better pictures. This evening’s highlights were a performance by Czech Violinist Jakub Trasak playing Pop Music. He has to be one of the best in the world. Even at Sea, were able to see the Super Bowl Game, although without the traditional commercials.
1:45 TALE OF TALES
Enrichment Lecture by Antarctic geopolitics expert George Kennedy
Today’s Topic: Power, Money, and Influence – A modern history of South Georgia.
George is an Australian social scientist specializing in polar geopolitics. He has completed a Master’s in Anthropology at Monash University and a Graduate Diploma in Antarctic Governance at the Australian Institute for Marine and Antarctic Science. Since completing his studies, George has worked within the policy office of the Australian Antarctic Division, collaborating with other Antarctic Treaty Parties on sustainable tourism practices and environmental protection frameworks.
JAKUB TRASAK
AT 6:45 PM IN THE SHOW LOUNGE
Jakub Trasak is one of the most talented and versatile violin players and producers of his generation.
He began his performance journey at the age of three and his career includes more than 30 prime television appearances and live shows in
venues such as Carnegie Hall, Boston Symphony Hall, and the Kennedy Center.
He grew up in the Czech Republic and he graduated from the Prague Conservatory as well as Berklee College of Music.
Jakub is famous for keeping audiences emotionally engaged and at the edge of their seats by showcasing authentic and exciting performances across a wide range of musical genres.
NFL SUPER BOWL LVI
Super Bowl LVI was broadcast today in The Show Lounge or our suites.
We had a 9:30 pm Kickoff for the Super Bowl LVI – Los Angeles Rams vs. Cincinnati Bengals.
This broadcast aired with No Super Bowl Commercials, replaced by ads for the regional sports channels.
The Super Bowl LVI Half-Time Show was included, taking a knee and all.
ANATOMIE The Boutique
Founded in 2006, Anatomie is a European-made luxury travel leisurewear
brand combining high functionality with the finest materials centered on
contemporary style, innovative features, and unique designs for the active and
adventurous.
Anatomie is an official luxury travel clothing brand by Forbes Travel Guide 2019.
BLACKJACK TOURNAMENT
CASINO FROM 3:00PM TO 4:00PM
The Casino held a Blackjack Tournament. Guests could visit the Casino and try their championship skills!
Whether you are a new player or a Blackjack veteran, taking part in Blackjack
Tournaments can be a lot of fun!
What makes tournaments popular is the competition among players. Unlike traditional Blackjack, where it is you against the dealer, in tournament play it is a player against player.
An entry fee was applicable.
Saturday, February 12, 2022 – Photo of the Day – Stromness, South Georgia
SATURDAY, 12 FEBRUARY 2022 SOUTH GEORGIA – STROMNESS
Original Plans: Arrival: 7:30 AM All Aboard: 12:30 PM Departure: 1:00 PM
TODAY’S WEATHER Cloudy/chance of rain High: 40°F 4°C Low: 36°F 2°C
DRESS CODE: CASUAL/BLACK & WHITE
For Ladies: DRESSES OR BLOUSES AND PANTS
For Gentlemen: SPORT SHIRTS AND SLACKS
No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues
Get ready for “Black & White Night”! On this occasion suggested dress code is Casual Black and White. Prepare yourself by getting anything in these colors, to get into the “Black & White Night Spirit”!
Unfortunately, our shore excursion was canceled today because the 60+ miles per hour winds made the sea swell too high to land safely. We arrived at 7:30, waited until 9:00 for the wind to die down, but finally got underway. We were disappointed, but no one wanted to change a venture ashore in these conditions.
In 1907, a “floating factory” was erected in Stromness Harbour; a land station was built in 1912. From 1912 until 1931, Stromness operated as a whaling station. In 1931 it was converted into a ship repair yard with a machine shop and a foundry. It remained operational until 1961 when the site was abandoned.
In 1916, Ernest Shackleton and a small crew landed on the unpopulated southern coast of South Georgia at King Haakon Bay after an arduous sea voyage from Elephant Island in the 22-foot lifeboat. They trekked across South Georgia’s mountainous and glaciated interior in an effort to reach help on the populated northern shore of the island.
After 36 hours of crossing the interior, they arrived at the Stromness administration center which also was the home of the Norwegian whaling station’s manager. This building has been dubbed the “Villa at Stromness” because it represents relative luxury compared to its surroundings. All men were rescued from Elephant Island.
In the decades following its closure, Stromness has been subject to damage from the elements and many of its buildings have been reduced to ruins.
Today’s Schedule
10:00 Tale of Tales Destination Lecturer Marcel Ross – Glaciology
3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Chris Harbard (Ornithology)
Today’s Topic: Albatrosses – Join birder Chris to find out about their ability to fly effortlessly over the waves, surviving at sea for years on end
GOOD EVENING – DRESS CODE: CASUAL/BLACK & WHITE
9:45 Showtime! Silversea proudly presents “Live and let die” ‘The name’s Bond, James Bond’ The Show Lounge
The Voices of Silversea delivered some of the greatest Bond hits from this famous movie franchise.
It was the culmination of an evening with the theme ‘Black & White Night’ ensured we have ‘shaken not stirred’
TALE OF TALES LECTURER: Chris Harbard
Chris is a well-known British ornithologist and conservationist living in Southeast Arizona.
Chris worked 24 years with the world’s largest bird conservation organization, the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. Chris writes for Birdwatch magazine and was editor of the ‘Birdwatchers’ Guides’ series of books. His own books include ‘Birdwatch, Songbirds, A Birdwatcher’s Quizbook, A First Guide to Birdwatching’.
Today’s Topic: Albatrosses – Chris introduced us to the Albatross family and their ability to fly effortlessly over the waves, surviving at sea for years on end.
10:00 Tale of Tales Destination Lecturer Marcel Ross – Glaciology
Biologist and Astronomer
Hailing from the Costa Rican countryside, Marcel was raised in a multilingual family of professors, photographers, and naturalists. Marcel has led expedition tours in 27 countries.
Today Marcel introduced us to Glaciology.
ANTARCTIC FUR SEAL
The Antarctic fur seal (Arctocephalus gazelle) is one of nine species of fur seals that, along with six living species of sea lions, make up the “eared seals” or otariids. Their small external ear flaps distinguish them from the earless “true seals.” The Antarctic fur seal is the only eared seal that commonly lives in Antarctic waters. They are seen frequently in sub-Antarctic South Georgia.
This fur seal is a fairly large animal and has a short and broad snout compared with others in the family. Adult males are dark brown in color. Females and
juveniles tend to be grey with lighter undersides. Antarctic fur seals appear to act alone when foraging and migrating. Males breed polygynously; a strong male may have more than a dozen female partners in a single season. Due to the enormous and growing populations of these seals, their food is a significant proportion of South Georgia’s krill and fish stocks.
JOHN HARDY
THE BOUTIQUE
Inspired by Bali and its time-honored jewelry-making traditions, Canadian artist John Hardy established an artisan collective in 1975 dedicated to creating one-of-a-kind jewelry and preserving the rich heritage of Bali.
For over 40 years our artisans have committed to making handcrafted jewelry with techniques passed down for generations, using vetted suppliers to ensure both diamonds and gemstones conform to our high ethical standards, as well as reclaimed silver and gold. Our passion for creating distinctive and meaningful jewelry is echoed by our dedication to building a sustainable future for our artisan community.
MONOPOLY SLOTS
CASINO
Come and enjoy a game of the iconic board game Monopoly on our high-definition graphics slot machines!
‘LIVE AND LET DIE’
TONIGHT’S SHOW AT 9:45 PM AT THE SHOW LOUNGE
Tonight we topped off our Black & White-themed dress at the show. ‘The name’s Bond, James Bond’.
The Voices of Silversea delivered some of the greatest Bond hits from this famous movie franchise. An evening created just for this ‘Black & White Night’ had us “shaken not stirred”.
Friday, February 11, 2022 – Photo of the Day – Fortuna Bay, South Georgia Island
FRIDAY, 11 FEBRUARY 2022, SOUTH GEORGIA – FORTUNA BAY
Arrival: 7:30AM All Aboard: 12:30 PM Departure: 1:00PM
TODAY’S WEATHER Cloudy High: 43°F 6°C Low: 38°F 3°C
DRESS CODE: CASUAL
For Ladies: DRESSES OR BLOUSES AND PANTS
For Gentlemen: SPORT SHIRTS AND SLACKS
No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues
Today’s Schedule
7:30 Zodiacs to Fortuna Bay, South Georgia Island.
12:30 ALL ABOARD! THE LAST ZODIAC LEAVES SHORESIDE.
3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Bruno Cazarini (Travel Photography)
Today’s Topic: The Exposure Triangle: Understanding How Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO Work Together
9:45 Showtime! Classical Crossover Tenor Shimi Goodman
With his vast West End experience Shimi Goodman sang a combination of musical theatre classics, opera favorites, and popular hits.
Today’s expedition was beyond expectation. We could see the thousands of penguins and seals from our ship. Today we were able to go shoreside since it was uninhabited with no COVID spreading chance. The Zodiac trip was our best yet, with more experience, flat seas, and easy shallow lending.
We were greeted by dozens of new young and rambunctious baby fur seals and inquisitive King Penguins. The shore crew had to shoo away our seal and penguin greeting party. We felt like celebrities.
The 100s of baby seals acted like teenagers at a 60’s Beatles concert jumping, diving, barking, and pressing forward to see us. Penguins were more dignified waiting for us to walk ashore for a more formal greeting in their Tuxedo stances. The baby seals were cute and adorable with their huge brown eyes and oily fur.
Although there were 100s of seals and penguins greeting us on the shore party, we were briefed the day before that the real treasure was the Penguin Rookery, about a mile up a slight incline. Along the way were 100s of seals. Many of the young “teenagers” would bark and mock charge us imitating the mature seals.
Moms were especially protective of their babies. We learned that each seal mom has a special sound frequency to call their cubs to come for a sucking feeding.
Sandy climbed up a rock to see the penguin colony called a rookery. It was simply awesome in its size of (an estimated) 50,000 to 70,000 penguins pairs huddled together, preening and squawking, all of them smartly dressed in their formalwear. As a bonus, the Expedition Photographer pointed out one of the bird predators that feed on Penguin eggs for her to take a picture.
On the way back, Sandy capture the Expedition Photographer laying prone on the ground taking pictures.
TALE OF TALES Enrichment Lecture Bruno Cazarini (Travel Photography) Bruno is our Expedition Photographer from the Southeast corner of Brazil.
As an awarded expedition photographer & filmmaker, Bruno has already traveled to more than 110 different countries all over the world.
Today’s Topic: The Exposure Triangle: Understanding How Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO Work Together.
He simplified and explained the Exposure Triangle and showed examples of how these work together…amazing. This will improve all our picture taking during our voyage.
CHANEL
The Boutique
The fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel created the ultimate
symbol of femininity in 1921 with Chanel No. 5.
So-called because it was the fifth scent presented by its designer to Mlle. Chanel.
Nearly a century later, the timeless classic has been joined by many other scents, but all share the graceful sophistication of the firstborn.
CLASSICAL CROSSOVER TENOR, SHIMI GOODMAN
AT 9:45 PM THE SHOW LOUNGE, DECK 6
Shimi was born in Tel Aviv, Israel, and currently lives in London, England. He received a BA Honours in Musical Theatre from Guildford School of Acting. He has
performed extensively in the West End in some of the world’s most popular shows such as Chicago, Evita, and the Original cast of Dirty Dancing to name but a few. Shimi also sang in some of the most prestigious venues around the world entertaining royalty and Heads of State. In 2015 Shimi sang at the gala tribute of former Israeli president Mr. Shimon Peres at the Grosvenor House, Park Lane in London. In 2017 he sang in front of King Felipe VI of Spain in the Teatro Real Opera House in Madrid.
Thursday, February 10, 2022 – Photo of the Day – South Georgia, Grytviken
THURSDAY, 10 FEBRUARY 2022 SOUTH GEORGIA – GRYTVIKEN
Arrival: 7:30AM All Aboard: 12:30PM Departure: 1:00PM
TODAY’S WEATHER Cloudy High: 40°F 4°C Low: 35°F 2°C
DRESS CODE: CASUAL
For Ladies: DRESSES OR BLOUSES AND PANTS
For Gentlemen: SPORT SHIRTS AND SLACKS
No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues
South Georgia Islands
South Georgia is an island in the southern Atlantic Ocean that is part of the British Overseas Territory of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. It lies around 1,400 kilometres east of the Falkland Islands. Capt. James Cook visited and claimed South Georgia for Britain in 1775.
Charcoal-black mountains ladled with snow giant glaciers and thriving wildlife combine to make South Georgia one of the great natural islands. Adventure to these far flung lands where the animals are in charge and humans come a distant second.
We witnessed a cacophony of calling birds, natural set pieces like elephant seals clashing and thrashing and crowds of colourful king penguins stretching out as far as the eye can see.
An overseas territory of the UK, this isolated subantarctic island once formed a remote whaling centre at Grytviken where we saw the abandon ships, buildings, docks, and other remains of the former whaling stations. Today whales are free to cruise the icy waters uninhibited.
KING PENGUINS
King penguins are the second largest of the penguin species
(after the Emperor penguin), on average they are around 15kg
(33lb) and 95cm (3.1ft) high. Like many penguins, fully grown
but unfledged chicks can appear to be larger than the adult
birds.
King penguins have colourful feathers around their necks
and heads, this makes them the brightest of all the species of
penguin, there is an estimated world population of 2 million
breeding pairs with some estimates up to 3.2 million. King penguins live on sub-Antarctic islands dotted around the continent from about 46° to 55° South where they form huge colonies on slopes with a nearby beach for access to the sea.
Today’s Schedule
7:30 Silver Whisper at anchor off South Georgia – Zodiac to Grytviken
We proceeded to the disembaration deck to board our Zodiac
12:30 ALL ABOARD! LAST ZODIAC
3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Christoph Bialek (Botany)
Today’s Topic: Tundra and polar deserts – What grows in Antarctica (including South Georgia)?
4:00 Briefing for tomorrow Shore Activities with Steffan Danino (Expedition Leader)
9:45 Showtime! Silversea proudly presents Piano Showman, Chris Hamilton
Chris Hamilton presents some of the world’s most loved music including Andrew Lloyd Webber and Debussy culminating in a finale which impressed the audience!
Our Zodiac Tour of Grytviken, South Georgia Island
Unfortunately due to our ship having some COVID cases still onboard we were not allowed to go ashore in Grytviken. However the tour by Zodiac may have been better becasue we covered longer distances and were able to see more than if were ashore.
Although we could not go ashore, our Zodiac tour was better becasue we could travel further and see more than if we were onshore. The trip into the harbor was across morror-like seas. Our Zodiac driver was able to get us close to see the penguins and seals from an “in the water” viewpoint. The approach was awe inspiring steep cliffs, followed by green tundra and vegetation, topped by snow covered mountain peak and glaciers.
We were greeted by many penguins and seals posting on shore and slipping in and out of the sea. There was a lot of vocalizations from barking, singing, grunting, and calls from Mom seals to call their young pups for a feeding. Tne new fur seals were 2 – 3 months old and acted like young teenage humans with lots of energy, horseplay, constant motion, or grownups at Mardi Gras or a Superbowl. King Penguins stretched out their necks, pointer them straight up, and began singing. Since Valentine’s Day is in a few days, we saw penguins preening and courting each other, and seals kissing.
Grytviken looked like a deserted ghost town of an abandoned whaling center with run aground rusting whaling ships, delapidated piers, rusting factories, and storage tanks. Once a major whaling center started by the Norweigians in 1904 and abandon in the mid 1960s. Behind the deserted whaling center are a few new buildings of research facilities and dormrooms for 10 – 12 researchers.
PIANO SHOWMAN, CHRIS HAMILTON
TONIGHT’S SHOW AT 9:45PM
Chris began playing the piano at the age of four. After winning several national competitions, he won a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music, London. He read Law at Oxford University and worked as a lawyer in the City of London and New York. In 2000 Chris decided to concentrate fully on performing and attended Guildford School of Acting.
Since leaving there he has appeared in many shows and has performed in cabaret all over the world from the House of Commons to Bangkok.
He has performed as a headliner on all the major cruise
lines and won the prestigious Silversea Guest Entertainer of the Year 2017.
Chris is a keen writer and his first musical, Over The Threshold, for which he wrote the music, lyrics and book was critically acclaimed and won the MTM Award for Best Music leading to a sell out transfer in London’s West End and a production in Vienna. t
LE VIAN JEWELLERY
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Wednesday, February 9, 2022 – Photo of the Day – A Whale of a Tale
WEDNESDAY, 9 FEBRUARY 2022 EN ROUTE TO SOUTH GEORGIA
TODAY’S WEATHER Cloudy High: 41°F 5°C Low: 37°F 3°C
DRESS CODE: INFORMAL
For Ladies: DRESSES OR PANTSUITS
For Gentlemen: JACKETS (TIE OPTIONAL)
No shorts or flip-flop type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues
Today’s Schedule:
10:00 Enrichment Lecture with Tracy Fleming
Today’s Topic: Discover some amazing tips and tricks on your iPhones and iPads
11:00 Enrichment Lecture with Marcel Lichtenstein (Biology and Astronomy)
Today’s Topic: Krill, the key creature of the south. Natural history of the most important creature in the southern waters
2:15 Enrichment Lecture with Rob Caskie (History)
Today’s Topic: “Shackleton” Scott’s great rival and destined for very different greatness 3:15 Briefing for Shore Activities in South Georgia with Steffan Danino (Expedition Leader)
9:45 Showtime! Silversea proudly presents Jakub Trasak, Instrumentalist
Not your ordinary violin concert, but groovy acoustic and electric violin experience across the genres featuring music from Stevie Wonder, and the Beatles.
11:00 TALE OF TALES Enrichment Lecture Marcel Lichtenstein (Biology and Astronomy)
Today’s Topic: Krill, the key creature of the south. Natural history of the most important creature in the southern waters.
We learned that Krill is a key in the food chain in our oceans.
2:15 TALE OF TALES Enrichment Lecture Rob Caskie (History)
Today’s Topic: “Shackleton” ~ Scott’s great rival and destined for very different greatness.
Rob captivated us with his storytelling about the Shackleton Expedition to cross the Antarctic that failed. It is one of the greatest survival tales of all time. All 28 men were rescued and survived.
Rob’s talk ‘Going South with Scott & Shackleton’ fulfilled his lifelong passion for Antarctica. His achievements were recognized with the honor of being invited to speak at the Royal Geographic Society in London, Hong Kong, and Singapore to full houses, and being inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame in 2019.
3:15 Briefing for Shore Activities in South Georgia with Steffan Danino Our Expedition Leader Steffan graduated in Earth Sciences from Oxford University and completed a Masters’s degree in Polar Studies at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge.
Steffan joined Silversea Expeditions in 2016.
JAKUB TRASAK AT 9:45 PM THE SHOW LOUNGE,
Jakub Trasak is one of the most talented and versatile violin players and producers of his generation.
He began his performance journey at the age of three and his career includes more than 30 prime television appearances and live shows in
venues such as Carnegie Hall, Boston Symphony Hall, and the Kennedy Center.
He grew up in the Czech Republic and he graduated from the Prague Conservatory as well as Berklee College of Music.
Jakub is famous for keeping audiences emotionally engaged and at the edge of their seats by showcasing authentic and exciting performances across a wide range of musical genres.
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Tuesday, February 8, 2022 – Photo of the Day – At Sea Reflections
TUESDAY, 8 FEBRUARY 2022 EN ROUTE TO SOUTH GEORGIA
TODAY’S WEATHER Cloudy High: 40°F 4°C Low: 36°F 2°C
DRESS CODE: INFORMAL
For Ladies: DRESSES OR PANTSUITS
For Gentlemen: JACKETS (TIE OPTIONAL)
No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues
Today’s Schedule
10:00 Mandatory South Georgia Briefing Expedition Leader Steffan Danino held a mandatory briefing on South Georgia.
2:00 pm Mandatory BIOSECURITY CHECKS for South Georgia
A mandatory inspection of all our outer layers of clothing took place for all.
The Expedition Team looked for organic material including soil, seeds, and insects, especially in cuffs, Velcro, pockets, seams, hoods, and boots. This includes walking sticks and camera tripods. All guests brought down all their outer layer gear and signed the biosecurity declaration. To save time please clean your gear yourself ahead of the inspection.
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6:45 Pre-Dinner Showtime! “Voce Dell’Opera” Show Lounge
A stylish, exclusively designed program of the world’s most beautiful arias
performed by Rhiannon and Giovanni
9:45 Big Screen Movie: “Here Today” 2021
Director: Billy Crystal; Stars: Billy Crystal, Tiffany Haddish
3:00 TALE OF TALES – Enrichment Lecture by Antarctic Geopolitics expert George Kennedy
Today’s Topic: A future History of Antarctica
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A stylish, exclusively designed program for Silversea guests of some of the world’s most beautiful arias, performed in an all-live setting by our classical Voices Rhiannon and Giovanni.
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Monday, February 7, 2022 – Photo of the Day – Antarctic Sound Cruising
MONDAY, 7 FEBRUARY 2022 ANTARCTIC SOUND – ICEBERG ALLEY
At approximately 9:00 am Entrance to the Antarctic Sound
TODAY’S WEATHER Cloudy High: 36°F 2°C Low: 33°F 1°C
DRESS CODE: CASUAL
For Ladies: DRESSES OR BLOUSES AND PANTS
For Gentlemen: SPORT SHIRTS AND SLACKS
No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues
Today’s Schedule
9:00 Entrance to the Antarctic Sound
Commentary of the landscape by the Expedition Team
11:00 Enrichment Lecture with George Kennedy (Geopolitics) The Show Lounge Today’s Topic: Antarctic Geopolitics – The Antarctic Treaty System
1:45 Afternoon Movie Time: ‘Wild Mountain Thyme’ 2020
9:45 Showtime!
The Voices of Silversea take you on a Broadway musical journey
Our final stop for an on shore excursion was cancelled today due to 50 Knot winds after a one hour delay hoping they would pass. Instread, we headed for the Antarctic Sound to view it’s “Iceburg Alley”. The high winds and seas continued as overcast skies and rain started. What floated ahead was an amazing display of massive iceburgs of all shapes and sized. The Captain was skilled at maneuvering us around and through the iceburgs. We learned the largest iceburgs were ones called “Tabular Iceburgs” because they are flat on top. The largest was 650 feet long x 650 feet wide x 650 feet tall = 275 million cubic feet. To get a sense of perspective, our home swimming pool holds 16,000 gallons. This iceberg would fill our home pool 17,164 times. The Expedition Team told us that this iceburg weighed 250 times our Silver Whisper ship. The iceberg was longer and taller than our ship and eight time wider…and that is only the 15% of the iceberg above water. As we were leaving we saw the Argentina Antarctica Research Base.
TALE OF THE TALES Enrichment Lecture George Kennedy (Geopolitics)
George is an Australian social scientist specializing in polar geopolitics. George works within the policy office of the Australian Antarctic Division.
Today’s Topic:
Antarctic Geopolitics – The emergence of the Antarctic Treaty System
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BROADWAY BLITZ AT 9:45 PM
The Voices of Silversea took us on a Broadway journey, featuring songs from some of our favorite musicals such as ‘Annie Get Your Gun’ through to ‘Hairspray’ and many more.