Silversea’s Silver Wind to Undergo Ice-Class Conversion

Silversea Cruises is set to enhance its global fleet with the conversion of Silver Wind to an ice-class, ultra-luxury expedition ship. The move signals continued confidence in the fast-growing popularity of ultra-luxury expedition travel to the glaciers and wildlife-rich regions of Antarctica. 

Silver Wind is presently undergoing refurbishments at the Remontowa shipyard in Gdańsk, Poland, following a major upgrade in 2018. The redesign includes an ice-strengthened hull for cruising in polar waters, as well as tech upgrades. Adding to its sustainability credentials, Silver Wind will be outfitted with a new advanced wastewater treatment plant, new food waste treatment facilities and new fuel-saving boilers.

Silver Wind will re-emerge as the cruise line’s fourth expedition vessel in its fleet of nine ships. For its maiden voyage on November 20, 2021, Silver Wind is slated to set sail on a 22-day journey to Antarctica, providing guests with a prime viewing position on the White Continent for a solar eclipse on December 4, 2021.

Expedition Enhancements

Silver Wind will benefit from a set of enhancements that will enable immersive expedition cruising in both polar regions, as well as in remote tropical waters. The ship will be fitted with a strengthened hull; ice-detector sonars, designed for use on icebreaker vessels; 24 Zodiacs; and 14 kayaks. With a reduced guest capacity of just 274, Silver Wind will carry up to 28 expedition experts who will share their knowledge during onboard lectures, on guided Zodiac tours and on experiences ashore. Further enhancing the expedition experience for guests, a photo studio (formerly the casino) with state-of-the-art equipment, a mudroom, and a water-heating system in the ship’s swimming pool will highlight Silver Wind’s new amenities.

Refreshed Interiors

Following the ship’s comprehensive refurbishment in 2018, which saw the enhancement of most public spaces, an array of refreshments will enrich guests’ comfort in the ship’s suites and public areas. Silver Wind’s upper suites will be entirely refurbished, with new furniture and carpets, as well as new walk-in showers to complement the bathtubs. Silver Wind’s Vista and Veranda suites will also be updated, including the installation of new walk-in showers. Many of the ship’s public areas will also be updated, with repainted walls and ceilings in La Dame, La Terrazza, the Observation Lounge, the Panorama Lounge and the Reception area. The Gym and Beauty Salon will be upgraded, too.

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