Tag: At Sea

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Noumea, New Caledonia, to Norfolk Island, in the South Pacific.

8:30 Food and Beverage Team presents: “Silver Brunch”, a culinary journey with exquisite flavors.
Join us for a delightful brunch buffet, as we will be serving a delicious array of brunch favorites. We cannot wait to see you there!

9:30 Welcome to our Country Fair! A fun‑filled event for guests of all ages to enjoy!
Each of our departments will create and host unique games and challenges, giving you plenty of opportunities to play, compete, and experience a variety of activities throughout the fair. From friendly competitions to classic carnival fun, there will be something for everyone.

10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “An Island Shaped by Empire: Norfolk’s Remarkable Past”.
Join Chris for an exploration into the history, culture, and cuisine of Norfolk Island, alongside some destination knowledge to fully immerse yourself with this port of call

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Reed Kaestner: “The Incredible World of Birds”.
Join us as we discuss the world of birdwatching, amazing migrations, and unique bill adaptations. and interesting behavior of our “feathered friends.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Dr. Christopher Whelan: “The Anglo-American Relationship: Is it Really ‘Special’?” The special relationship forged by Churchill and Roosevelt during the Second World War has had its ups and downs. Has a special relationship survived?

4:00 Enrichment Lecture with William Lokey: “Ancient Disasters and the Legends They Inspired”.
Extreme events have always been a part of human life, and ancient peoples have had their own ways of explaining them. Can we learn from them today?

6:00 Enrichment Lecture with Prof. Lisa Matisoo-Smith: “DNA Ancestry Tests”.

Discover what they can and can’t tell you, and why.

Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant.

MUSIC FROM THE MODERN ERA
HEADLINE ENTERTAINER MIROSLAW GALCZYNSKI

No stranger to the music business, Polish-born Miroslaw ‘Miro’ Galczynski has been engaging audiences for three and a half decades with his skills as an accomplished percussionist and pianist.

Starting as a classical pianist, Miro broadened his repertoire as he studied and mastered the idioms of classical, jazz, blues, and rock.

At 25, Miro completed a Master’s Degree in performance and teaching at the University of Poznan. Miro then worked extensively throughout Europe as a soloist and with bands.

He also has experience as an in-demand session musician and has recorded many albums for artists playing jazz, pop, rock, and blues.

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Savusavu to Mystery Island in the South Pacific.

10:00 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “From Mission Posts to Modern Marina: Nouméa’s Journey”.
Join Chris for an exploration of the history, culture, and cuisine of Noumea, along with destination insights to fully immerse yourself in this port of call.

12:15 World Cruise Picnic Lunch Event in the S.A.L.T. Kitchen.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Prof. Lisa Matisoo-Smith: “Lapita, the Ancestors of Pacific Peoples”.
Discover the Lapita culture and people and how they first settled the islands of Remote Oceania over 3,000 years ago.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with William Lokey: “Cruising Beneath the Southern Cross”. Learn about the most famous constellation
in the Southern Hemisphere, its role in history and ancient navigation, and legends and stories about it from New Zealand to Africa.

6:00 Venetian Society Cocktail Reception.

Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant.

PAYING TRIBUTE TO LEGENDS & SUPERSTARS
HEADLINE ENTERTAINER SUSANNAH MIRANA

Susannah Mirana is an Australian singer, original artist, and International performer.

Nominated for an ACE Award for Best Female Vocalist in 2024 & 2025, she is known for her stunning voice, incredible versatility, and stage presence.

Her shows are compelling, dynamic & inspired. Constantly experimenting & evolving, Susannah has spent the past twenty years working with some of the best in the industry and has mastered an impressive range of musical styles to thrilling effect.

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Tonga to Savasava, Fiji, in the South Pacific.

10:00 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “The Essence of Fiji Found in Savusavu and Castaway Calm: The Allure of Mystery Island”
Join Chris for an exploration into the history, culture and cuisine of Savusavu and Mystery Island.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Prof. Lisa Matisoo-Smith: “Marae and Moai”.
An Introduction to the culture and politics of ancient Polynesia.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Dr. Christopher Whelan: “The Legacy of the British Empire: Good, Bad or Ugly?”.
There’s no doubt the most powerful empire in history changed the world, but what is its legacy today?

4:00 Enrichment Lecture with Reed Kaestner: “Mastering Cellphone Photography” Yes, we all have one, that camera in your pocket or purse!
Come learn how to unlock the amazing features and techniques that make these miracles of modern technology perform at their best.

Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant.

9:15 Special Valentine Show! Silversea Proudly Presents: “Heartstrings: A Valentine Showcase” ❤
Join us for an enchanting evening celebrating music and romance.

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Aitutaki, Cook Islands, to Nuka’Alofa, Tonga, in the South Pacific.

10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “From Voyagers to Kingdom: Tonga’s National Story”.
Join Chris for an exploration into the history, culture, and cuisine of Nuku’alofa, alongside some destination knowledge to fully immerse yourself with this port of call.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Dr. Christopher Whelan: “United Nations on Trial: Is it Mission Impossible?”.
What does the UN actually do? What was its original mission, and why did it have to change? What is its mission now and does it do anything for you?

6:00 Enrichment Lecture with Prof. Lisa Matisoo-Smith: “Out of Africa, the Story of Modern Human Migrations”
How we study ancient human migrations out of Africa and across the globe, using archaeology, linguistics, and genetics.

Dinner was in The Alantide Restaurant

THE BLUES MAN
HEADLINE ENTERTAINER TOM SEALS

Having studied at Sir Paul McCartney’s music school in Liverpool, Tom is widely recognized as one of the finest piano/vocalists in the UK.

Tom has performed alongside Dame Cleo Laine, Gregory Porter, Jamie Cullum, KT Tunstall, Jools Holland, and Hugh Laurie.

Tom has just finished a 13-week series of his own live music and chat show on Sky TV.

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Papette, Tahiti, to Aitutaki, Cook Islands.

10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “Aitutaki: A Quiet Jewel of the South Pacific”.
Join Chris for an exploration into the history, culture, and cuisine of Aitutaki, alongside some destination knowledge to fully immerse yourself with this port of call.

12:15 Super Bowl: NFL Playoffs: Super Bowl LX: NFL Blitz
1:00 Super Bowl: NFL Playoffs: Super Bowl LX: NBC Pre-Game Coverage
1:30 Super Bowl: NFL Playoffs: Super Bowl LX: Seattle Seahawks v. New England Patriots

Dinner was pizza at the Pool Deck Grill on Deck 10.

9:15 Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception
Captain Johannes Tysse welcomes all guests and introduces the Senior Officers of Silver Dawn followed by Showtime Showtime! Silversea Proudly Presents:

“The Piano Man” with Headline Entertainer Tom Seals
Your favorite songs from your favorite piano men…think Billy Joel, Ray Charles, Elton John and maybe some Jerry Lee Lewis!

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Rangiroa to Bora Bora, French Polynesia.

10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “Beyond the Postcard: The Real Bora Bora”.
Join Chris for an exploration of the history, culture, and cuisine of Bora Bora, along with destination insights to fully immerse yourself in this port of call.

12:15 Boat Building Competition Pool Deck
The boats are ready, and the moment of truth has arrived! Join us as the judging begins—who will sail away with the win?

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Lowell Fox: “Lowell’s Favorites-The Best of the Rest”.
Some of the best sketches from Tim Conway & Harvey Korman, Abbot & Costello, George Carlin, George Burns & Gracie Allen, Sid Caesar, and Jonathan Winters.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with John G. Thomas: “Classic Science Fiction movies”.
Made from the 1950s to the 1960s, featured angry Martians, radioactive insects, and 50-foot-tall women. We’ll look at some of the very best.

6:30 Silver Dawn Choir performance.
Come and support your fellow guests of the Silver Dawn Choir as they present a short selection of the music they have been working on.

Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant.

ACOUSTICALLY SAID
(THERE’S MORE TO THE STORY…”)
HEADLINE ENTERTAINER STEPHANI PARKER
This intimate one-woman show is completely musically produced by Stephani Parker.

In contrast to the Whitney Houston show, Stephani wanted to showcase her music production skills as well as her live performance.

From Lady Gaga and Tina Turner to Elvis Presley, this incredible show has something for everyone!

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Atuona, Hiva Oa, to Fakarava, French Polynesia.

10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “Life on the Reef: Fakarava’s Delicate Balance”.
An exploration into the history, culture, and cuisine of Fakarava, alongside some destination knowledge to fully immerse yourself in this port of call.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Lowell Fox: “Laurel & Hardy – Two Minds without a single thought”.
Their careers in silent movies and their successful transition into “talkies.” The differences between their on and off-screen personalities.

3:00 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “Between Pass and Lagoon: The Rhythm of Life on Rangiroa”.
An exploration into the history, culture, and cuisine of Rangiroa.

Dinner was at above the Pool Deck.

REMEMBERING WHITNEY
HEADLINE ENTERTAINER STEPHANI PARKER
Born and raised in Michael Jackson’s hometown of Gary, Indiana, Stephani grew up singing and performing for the majority of her childhood.

After studying voice at Indiana University Bloomington, Stephani won the 2005 Chicago Idol Competition, which included a prize of a single produced by Kanye West.

Stephani has performed with or worked with countless celebrities, including Michael Jackson, Tyler Perry, Chaka Khan, and Jamie Foxx.

Where in the World Are We?

10:15 Enrichment Lecture with Lowell Fox: “Danny Kaye – Renaissance Man”.

His early start in nightclubs and Broadway, his marriage partnership with Sylvia Fine Kaye, who wrote most of Kaye’s material. Also included are his successes in films.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with George Losey Jr: “The Future of our Coral Reefs”.

Weekly news presents the discovery of losses to our coral
reefs and some dire predictions of their imminent loss. Take a deep dive into the causes of some of the challenges faced by coral reefs.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with John G. Thomas: “The Making of 2001: A Space Odyssey”.
Some called it a visual masterpiece while others said it was boring. Made over 60 years ago, the greatest filmmakers rate it the best film ever made.

Dinner was at the Pool Bar.

ICONIC RHAPSODY
BILLY JOEL, ELTON JOHN, FREDDIE MERCURY
GREATEST HITS
Hits from three of the world’s greatest performers: Billy Joel, Elton John, and Freddie Mercury.

These performers are known and loved all over the world, and their incredible music has endured for many years, making them truly iconic.

We present a selection of the very best of these songs, performed by the Silver Dawn singers, dancers, and live band.

Where in the world Are We?

We are sailing from Pitcarin Island to Nuka Hiva.

10:15 Destination Lecture with Chris Mcpherson: “Hiva Oa: Pacific Legends and Artistic Legacies”.
Join Chris for an exploration into the history, culture and cuisine of Atuona, alongside some destination knowledge to fully immerse yourself in this port of call.

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Lowell Fox: “Lucille Ball – We Love Lucy”.

Your favorite I Love Lucy episodes. Her early life and the 60 films she made pre-I Love Lucy. How Lucy and Desi met, her success in radio, the formation of Desilu Studios, and how I Love Lucy was created.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with John G. Thomas: “Comedies”.
The best movie comedies have at least one great scene that has become an outrageously laughable classic. We’ll look back at the best ones of all.

Dinner was in The Altnatide Restaurant.

MUSICAL MEMORIES
TONIGHT’S SHOW WITH CRUISE DIRECTOR MOSS

Join your Cruise Director, Moss Hills, and the Silver Dawn Band as they perform a mix of music to stir up some memories.

With songs from Dire Straits, James Brown, Santana, Billy Joel, and more. Join us for an evening of really great music with Moss and the Silver Dawn Band.

A fun night not to be missed!

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Lima, Ohio, to Pitcairn Island on the Mutiny on the Bounty fame.

12:00 Australia Day Barbeque Buffet Lunch with the Food & Beverage Team Pool Deck

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Lowell Fox: “Carol Burnett – The Queen of Sketch Comedy”.

Her early years in Los Angeles, her dysfunctional family, her years at UCLA developing her acting skills, the secret benefactor who provided the move to New York to attempt a career in acting.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with John G. Thomas: “Movie Music”.

Who are the well-known musical artists we love to hear, but never see?
How do composers use music to identify a character, create suspense, and so easily manipulate our emotions?

Dinner was in the Atlantide Restaurant.

9:15 Movie: Dirty Dancing – Director: Emile Ardolino – Stars: Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey, Jerry Orbach.