The U.S. economy may be sagging but it hasn't hurt the luxury markets any. In fact, high-end travel companies are aggressively investing in the future. Just look toward The Yachts of Seabourn. We've all heard about the Seabourn Odyssey that will sail the seven seas starting in 2009. The company also has a second ship on orer with Italian shipbuilder T. Mariotti S.p.A.Now, a year after announcing the two new ship builds, Seabourn surprises us all by ordering a third sister ship for delivery in the summer of 2011. The decision was made after such strong advance bookings for Seabourn Odyssey.
For those who can't wait until 2011, you can still book a voyage during Seabourn Odyssey's maiden season. The yet-to-be-named second ship in the series is scheduled to enter service in the summer of 2010.
All three 32,000-GRT ships will accommodate 450 guests in 225 suites, 90 percent of which will offer private verandas. The design specifications call for hulls 650 feet long, with a beam of 84 feet and a draft of 21 feet. The ships will be powered by diesel-generated electricity and operate with twin screw propellers, with a service speed of 19 knots. They will be equipped with two bow thrusters to enhance maneuverability and two stabilizers. In addition, these "green ships" will employ advanced wastewater treatment technology.
To learn more about Seabourn Odyssey, or any other Seabourn ship, visit the cruise line's website.
Illustration courtesy of The Yachts of Seabourn.
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