SEATTLE, April 16,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Seabourn, the leader in
ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, was honored to welcome
the President of French Polynesia Moetai Brotherson on board
Seabourn Pursuit on Sunday, April
7, during the ship's call to Papeete, Tahiti in French Polynesia.
While Seabourn Pursuit has visited Tahiti before, this
marked the first time President Brotherson officially visited the
vessel, highlighting the growing importance of French Polynesia within Seabourn's expedition
program. A group of the president's advisors joined the visit,
which included a welcome reception, tour of the ship and
submarines, and dinner with Seabourn Pursuit's captain and other
senior officers.
During the visit, President Brotherson expressed strong interest
in learning more about Seabourn's expedition program and submarine
operations and exploring opportunities to expand small-ship tourism
across French Polynesia. The
current administration is focused on growing tourism, particularly
in the cruise and expedition segments, making this visit a valuable
opportunity for advancing Seabourn's presence and operations in the
region.
"Beyond the paradise postcard, Tahiti and her islands are a
fantastic field for explorers," said Moetai Brotherson, President
of French Polynesia. "I was
impressed by the spirit that this magnificent ship, Seabourn
Pursuit, carries. The attention to culture, nature, and our
place, as humans in these pristine yet fragile ecosystems set this
cruise apart. I, for a few hours, felt like James Bond, Sylvia
Earle, and West Hansen. And that, I reckon, felt pretty
awesome!"
"It was a true honor to welcome President Brotherson on board
Seabourn Pursuit," said Mark Tamis, President of Seabourn.
"French Polynesia is one of the
most awe-inspiring places we visit, and it aligns beautifully with
the spirit of exploration at the heart of our expedition program.
At Seabourn, we're committed to creating meaningful partnerships
and delivering luxury experiences that respect and celebrate the
destinations we explore. We look forward to continuing to deepen
our connection to this remarkable region."
Seabourn Pursuit is one of Seabourn's two
purpose-built expedition ships, and offers the same luxurious small
ship experience that travelers have come to expect from Seabourn.
The expedition experience is enhanced by world-class equipment that
allows the line to offer its widest range of expedition activities
led by an expert 23-person expedition team of scientists, scholars,
naturalists, and more. Designed and built for remote, diverse
environments to PC6 Polar Class standards, the ship includes a
plethora of modern hardware and technology that extends the ship's
global deployment and capabilities. There is close to 30,000 square
feet of deck space and special touches at every turn, as well as
indoor and outdoor guest areas with nearly 270-degree views. In
addition, a 4K GSS Cineflex Camera is
mounted on the mast of the Constellation Lounge and capable of
broadcasting imagery from miles ahead on monitors located
throughout the ship and in guest suites.
Designed to explore some of the world's most remote and
culturally rich destinations. Seabourn Pursuit is currently sailing
in the South Pacific and will return to the Kimberley region in May
to begin its second expedition season in Western Australia.
For more details about Seabourn, or to explore the worldwide
selection of Seabourn voyages, contact a professional travel
advisor, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit
www.seabourn.com.
About Seabourn:
Seabourn represents the pinnacle of ultra-luxury ocean and
expedition travel and operates a suite of six modern ships. The
all-inclusive, boutique ships offer all-suite accommodations with
oceanfront views; award-winning dining; complimentary premium
spirits and fine wines available at all times; renowned service
provided by an industry-leading crew; a relaxed, sociable
atmosphere that makes guests feel at home; a pedigree in expedition
travel through the Ventures by Seabourn program and two new
ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, including Seabourn
Venture that launched in 2022 and Seabourn Pursuit in 2023.
Seabourn takes travelers to every continent on the globe, visiting
more than 400 ports including marquee cities and lesser-known ports
and hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience extraordinary
offerings and programs, including partnerships with leading
entertainers, dining, personal health and wellbeing, and engaging
speakers.
Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE:
CCL and NYSE: CUK).
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