Concerts at Sea and Explore Cruises (0861 500 200 or www.explorecruises.co.za) confirm that 200 places will be available on board the Seabourn Legend for its premiere event, a six-star seven-night all-inclusive Mediterranean cruise in May 2013, featuring Russell Watson, the world-renowned and critically acclaimed tenor.
The luxurious Seabourn Legend offers just 100 suites, so only 200 guests will be able to secure places for this once-in-a-lifetime concert experience.
Guests will enjoy a seven-night cruise in luxury on board Seabourn Legend, which leaves Nice on May 5, 2013 and takes in the jewels of the Mediterranean, including Marseille, Barcelona, Valencia, Palma de Mallorca, Portoferraio on Elba, and Civitavecchia, for Rome.
Classical Brit Award-winner Watson will perform an intimate concert and host a gala dinner on May 7 as the ship sails from Barcelona to Valencia. He is one of the biggest names in classical music and has released eight albums.
The sumptuously-appointed Seabourn Legend boasts peerless passenger comfort and service by a dedicated yet discreet crew.
Each of the 100 spacious suites is sea-facing, boasting five-foot-high picture windows or French doors opening on to a mini veranda.
The first port of call is Marseille, with the next stop Valencia. On May 11, Seabourn Legend arrives at its penultimate port, Portoferraio on Elba, the site of Napolean’s home in exile; and concludes at Civitavecchia, where passengers are free to disembark and discover nearby Rome.
Explore Cruises offers just 100 suites from R42 999 a person sharing. Price includes flights from South Africa, and one night’s five- star accommodation in Nice; all-inclusive on-board service with meals, alcoholic beverages and tips; and applies to an A grade suite. A balcony suite starts from R57 999 a person sharing and an owner’s suite (with full veranda) from R123 999 a person.
l Contact Explore Cruises on 0861 500 200 or visit the website www.explorecruises.co.za - Saturday Star