Tag: At Sea

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Luanda, Angola to Tema, Ghana off the west coast of Africa.

Today’s Activities included:

9:45 Enrichment Lecture with Lloyd Camp: Confessions of an African Safari Guide

Two heart-stopping tales from an African Safari guide.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge Lesson

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Keith Muras: Cold War, Proxy War, and a Railway.
The story of the ending of Portuguese colonial rule in Africa and of a civil war in Angola. A proxy conflict between East and West with a railway as the front line.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with William Lokey: A Cruisers’ Guide to the Deep Blue Sea

Explore the oceans’ depths, tides, coastlines, currents, animals, the “Green Flash,” and other fun facts and theories about what is happening beneath Silver Dawn.

Dinner was in the Atlantide Restaurant

LEANNE MITCHELL
SHOWTIME WITH WINNER OF THE BBC1’S THE VOICE UK

As the first-ever winner of BBC1’s The Voice UK in 2012, Leanne Mitchell was a dark horse whose emotion-drenched voice overshadowed the early favorites. Her voice is flawless throughout, a fantastic trajectory from when she first appeared in that nerve-wracking moment waiting for one of the coaches to turn around.

Where in the World Are We?

We are sailing from Luanda, Angola, to Tema, Ghana off the west coast of Africa.

Today’s Activities included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Dr. Glenn E. Robinson – Ghana’s Accra and Takoradi

Ghana was the first colony in sub-Saharan Africa to achieve independence. It has a rich history but is marked by many of the same developmental challenges facing much of Africa.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge Lesson

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Michael Sears: – Lights, Code, Action:

How Film Shapes Our View of Artificial Intelligence The portrayal of AI in films has not only reflected societal attitudes toward technology but has also influenced how we envision the role of AI in our lives. This cinematic journey through AI in pop culture explores how these portrayals have evolved over the decades and what they reveal about our changing relationship
with technology.

Dinner was in Atlantide Restaurant

COMEDIAN TONY DARO

Tony Daro’s hilarious routines have made him one of the established stars of the New York comedy scene.
Tony is the rare comedian who can be both inoffensive and gut-busting funny.

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Walvis Bay, Namibia, to Luanda, Angola, on the West Coast of Africa.

Today’s Activities included:

9:45 Enrichment Lecture with Keith Muras – Searching for Apartheid’s Bomb
Did apartheid South Africa develop and manufacture nuclear weapons? And did we know!

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

12:15 St. Patrick’s Day Pub Lunch:

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, often accompanied by music.

To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we will serve tasty pub lunch dishes prepared by Executive Chef Ross and his team to a background of pub music favorites.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Lloyd Camp – Africa Bites: two heart-warming wildlife tales from an African Safari guide

Dinner was in Alantide Restaurant

COMEDIAN TONY DARO

Tony Daro’s hilarious routines have made him one of the established stars of the New York comedy scene.
Tony is the rare comedian who can be both inoffensive and gut-busting funny.

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Walvis Bay, Namibia, to Luanda, Angola, in the Atlantic Ocean off the Southwest Africa.

Today’s Activities included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Dr. Glenn E. Robinson – Gritty Luanda:

Once the capital of Portugal’s slave trade with Brazil, Luanda weathered colonial domination and a long civil war to emerge as the dynamic capital of Angola, fueled by oil and open to the world.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with William Lokey: Continents in Collision – The Shaping of Africa
See how much we have learned about our Earth in the last 100 years, including the Theory of Plate Tectonics and what it is doing along our voyage.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Michael Sears: What is Artificial Intelligence – and why should humans care?
Uncover the complex relationship between AI and humans, examine how AI challenges our concepts of identity and ethics, and explore the profound implications for the future of human-AI coexistence.

FROM BRAZIL TO THE BEATLES
SHOWTIME WITH HEADLINE ENTERTAINER CARLOS BONELL

Carlos Bonell was born in London to Spanish parents and studied at the Royal College of Music with John Williams, where he was appointed the youngest-ever professor.

TEX MEX FAMILY DINNER

Executive Chef Ross and the Galley Team created a special Tex-Mex Family-Style Dinner menu, and Restaurant Manager Dinu and the Dining Room Staff welcomed us.

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Cape Town, South Africa, to Luderitz, Namibia, on the southwest coast of Africa.

Today’s Activities included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Dr. Glenn E. Robinson – Enchanting Namibia: Luderitz and Walvis Bay
One of the driest and most sparsely populated countries in the world, Namibia is today a stable democracy and a world leader in eco-tourism.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

3:00 Enrichment Zelda la Grange – My journey with Nelson Mandela:

Zelda la Grange shares her life-changing experience from being a supporter of apartheid to becoming the closest aide and private secretary to President Nelson Mandela.

Dinner was in Atlantide Restaurant.

35MM BLOCKBUSTER
TONIGHT’S SHOW

From the soundtracks of some of the world’s biggest movies, we present a selection of your favorite hit songs.
Memorable movies with unforgettable music featuring our Silversea singers and dancers, with the Silver Dawn live band.

Where in the World Are We?

Today’s Activities include:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Dr. Glenn E. Robinson – Cape Town: The Mother City
Among the most beautiful cities in the world, Cape Town is the cultural and cosmopolitan capital of South Africa.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

3:00 Enrichment Mark Haslam – The Houdini Mystery

Harry Houdini became a cultural symbol, beginning as a low-rung vaudeville act.
Mark Haslam reveals the compelling story of a man “whom nothing could hold.”

6:15 Farewell Showtime! Silversea Proudly Presents: “Motown”

Join your Silversea Singers and Dancers in an upbeat, fast-paced performance featuring this iconic music style. Followed by a farewell speech from Captain Mino Pontillo and our Farewell Crew Parade.

Dinner was in Atlantide restaurant

FASCINATING WORLD OF THE VIOLIN
SHOWTIME WITH AWARD-WINNING VIOLINIST: MICHAEL BACALA

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Durban to Port Elizabeth, South Africa, in the Southwest Indian Ocean.

Today’s Activities included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Dr. Glenn E. Robinson – Port Elizabeth: A City on the Rise
Now known as Gqeberha, the former Port Elizabeth—or PE for short—is the largest city in Xhosa country and a vibrant cultural hub today.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Laurie Wickwire, GIA – The Name Fabergé Conjures Up Images of Shimmering Works
of Art Linked to Russian Royalty:

In today’s talk, we peered into the creative relationship between a ruler and a jeweler and explored the crafting of the imperial
easter eggs were created during the final years of czarist Russia.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Michael Tyropolis – The Discoveries of Vasco da Gama and the Influence of the Great Explorations.
The Portuguese kings’ very long-term plan became a reality shortly after Vasco Da Gama was sailed by the Cape of Good Hope. Hear about that daring voyage and the long-term influence of the Age of Exploration on our lives today.

6:15 Pre-dinner Show! Silversea Proudly Presents: Mark Haslam – Sleight of Hand

Remarkable feats of magic and mystification.

Dinner was in Atlantide Restaurant

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Port Louis, Mauritius, to Durban, South Africa, in the South Indian Ocean.

Today’s Activities included:

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Laurie Wickwire, GIA – The Crown Jewels: Every Stone Tells A Story
The British Crown Jewels are the most powerful symbols of the British monarchy, truly a jeweled anchor while all around us changes. The mystique and beauty of the diamonds and precious jewels in the royal regalia hold an unparalleled allure to visitors from across the globe, making them possibly the most visited objects in the world. Come learn how every stone tells a story.

Dinner tonight was in Alantide.

OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING WEST END PERFORMER
PAUL BAKER

In 2003, Paul won the Best Performance Olivier Award, known as the Oscars for theatre, alongside Tony’s on Broadway. He has starred in many famous shows, including ‘Chicago,’ ‘Starlight Express,’ ‘Les Mis’ and ‘The Lion King.’ Join Paul tonight as he brings London’s West End to the Venetian Lounge.

Where in the World Are We?

Today’s activities included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Dr. Glenn E. Robinson – Durban and the Garden Province of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban is a cosmopolitan mix of Africa, India, and Europe.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with Laurie Wickwire, GIA – The Cullinan Diamond: From Rock To Royalty
The jewelry made from this historical find, a 3,105-carat rough diamond, is priceless, not least due to its Royal provenance. This diamond’s history is even more incredible, given the most fantastic story behind this extraordinary stone. Follow the journey this gem took, traveling from rock to royalty.

9:15 Showtime! Silversea Proudly Presents: Iconic Rhapsody

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. A very special performance with the Silver Dawn singers, dancers, and live band featuring our pianist and vocalist, Remon.

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Port Louis, Mauritius, to Durban, South Africa.

Today’s Activities included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Dr. Glenn E. Robinson – Global Jihad: A Brief History
Join Dr. Robinson as he introduces his award-winning book on global jihad and movements of rage.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge
2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Laurie Wickwire, GIA – The De Beers Diamond Cartel: Romancing The Stone
Ensuring diamonds retained their reputation as rare, desirable, and valuable during world markets‘ boom and bust’ would require ingenious plotting, stockpiling, and clever marketing. The De Beers Diamond Cartel rose to that challenge, becoming a cartel of enormous global reach and changing the face of the diamond market forever. They were the ultimate cartel.

6:15 Venetian Society with Captain Mino Pontillo.

Dinner was in Alantide Restaurant.

MEET GUEST ENTERTAINER
VOCALIST PAUL BAKER
‘Olivier Award Winning West End Performer – Paul Baker has earned the reputation of being one of the exceptional talents in British Musical Theatre with critical acclaim both as a powerful singer and a highly skilled actor. Paul has enjoyed performing in many of London’s famous West End musicals.

The Lion King, Starlight Express, Les Misérables, and Chicago are just a few.

He has performed in concerts all over the world, including singing alongside Bernadette Peters at the Royal Festival Hall and in “Les Misérables in Concert” in Belfast. He works extensively in cabaret, bringing his outstanding talent to new audiences in his one-man show, in which he revisits some of the famous songs and shows he is associated with and adds some surprises, too!!

See Paul Bker on YouTube.