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Sun, Jan 03, 2021 MIAMI -- 5:00 pmMon, Jan 04, 2021 KEY WEST 7:00 am 4:00 pmTue, Jan 05, 2021 AT SEA -- --Wed, Jan 06, 2021 BELIZE CITY 8:00 am 5:00 pmThu, Jan 07, 2021 SANTO TOMAS DE CASTI 8:00 am 6:00 pmFri, Jan 08, 2021 BANANA COAST (TRUJIL 8:00 am 5:00 pmSat, Jan 09, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, Jan 10, 2021 LIMON 7:00 am 3:00 pmMon, Jan 11, 2021 PANAMA CANAL (CRUISI -- --Mon, Jan 11, 2021 EXIT PANAMA CANAL BA 8:00 pm 8:00 pmMon, Jan 11, 2021 ENTER PANAMA CANAL C 6:00 am 6:00 amTue, Jan 12, 2021 FUERTE AMADOR 8:00 am 6:00 pmWed, Jan 13, 2021 CROSS EQUATOR -- --Thu, Jan 14, 2021 MANTA 12:00 pm --Fri, Jan 15, 2021 MANTA -- 11:00 pmSat, Jan 16, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, Jan 17, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, Jan 18, 2021 CALLAO (LIMA) 5:00 am --Tue, Jan 19, 2021 CALLAO (LIMA) -- 6:00 pmWed, Jan 20, 2021 AT SEA -- --Thu, Jan 21, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, Jan 22, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, Jan 23, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, Jan 24, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, Jan 25, 2021 EASTER ISLAND 8:00 am --Tue, Jan 26, 2021 EASTER ISLAND -- 6:00 pmWed, Jan 27, 2021 AT SEA -- --Thu, Jan 28, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, Jan 29, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, Jan 30, 2021 CRUISING PITCAIRN IS 8:00 am 5:00 pmSun, Jan 31, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, Feb 01, 2021 AT SEA -- --Tue, Feb 02, 2021 AT SEA -- --Wed, Feb 03, 2021 PAPEETE 7:00 am --Thu, Feb 04, 2021 PAPEETE -- 6:00 pmFri, Feb 05, 2021 BORA BORA 8:00 am 5:00 pmSat, Feb 06, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, Feb 07, 2021 RAROTONGA 8:00 am 5:00 pmMon, Feb 08, 2021 ARUTANGA 8:00 am 6:00 pmTue, Feb 09, 2021 AT SEA -- --Wed, Feb 10, 2021 CROSS DATELINE -- --Thu, Feb 11, 2021 VAVA'U 8:00 am 5:00 pmFri, Feb 12, 2021 NUKU' ALOFA 8:00 am 11:00 pmSat, Feb 13, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, Feb 14, 2021 SUVA 7:00 am 11:00 pmMon, Feb 15, 2021 DRAVUNI ISLAND 7:00 am 5:00 pmTue, Feb 16, 2021 AT SEA -- --Wed, Feb 17, 2021 PORT VILA 10:00 am 7:00 pmThu, Feb 18, 2021 LUGANVILLE 8:00 am 7:00 pmFri, Feb 19, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, Feb 20, 2021 TAVANIPUPU 8:00 am 5:00 pmSun, Feb 21, 2021 HONIARA 8:00 am 6:00 pmMon, Feb 22, 2021 AT SEA -- --Tue, Feb 23, 2021 ALOTAU 10:00 am 6:00 pmWed, Feb 24, 2021 KITAVA 8:00 am 5:00 pmThu, Feb 25, 2021 CONFLICT ISLANDS 8:00 am 5:00 pmFri, Feb 26, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, Feb 27, 2021 CAIRNS 8:00 am 6:00 pmSun, Feb 28, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, Mar 01, 2021 AT SEA -- --Tue, Mar 02, 2021 AT SEA -- --Wed, Mar 03, 2021 SYDNEY 7:00 am 11:00 pmThu, Mar 04, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, Mar 05, 2021 PHILLIP ISLAND 12:00 pm 11:00 pmSat, Mar 06, 2021 MELBOURNE 7:00 am --Sun, Mar 07, 2021 MELBOURNE -- 6:00 pmMon, Mar 08, 2021 AT SEA -- --Tue, Mar 09, 2021 ADELAIDE 8:00 am 11:00 pmWed, Mar 10, 2021 KANGAROO ISLAND 7:00 am 5:00 pmThu, Mar 11, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, Mar 12, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, Mar 13, 2021 ALBANY 10:00 am 11:00 pmSun, Mar 14, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, Mar 15, 2021 BUNBURY 8:00 am 6:00 pmTue, Mar 16, 2021 PERTH 7:00 am 11:00 pmWed, Mar 17, 2021 AT SEA -- --Thu, Mar 18, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, Mar 19, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, Mar 20, 2021 BROOME 8:00 am 6:00 pmSun, Mar 21, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, Mar 22, 2021 AT SEA -- --Tue, Mar 23, 2021 BENOA (DENPASAR), BA 7:00 am --Wed, Mar 24, 2021 BENOA (DENPASAR), BA -- 5:00 pmThu, Mar 25, 2021 SURABAYA 8:00 am 5:00 pmFri, Mar 26, 2021 SEMARANG, JAVA, INDO 8:00 am 7:00 pmSat, Mar 27, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, Mar 28, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, Mar 29, 2021 PADANG 8:00 am 5:00 pmTue, Mar 30, 2021 AT SEA -- --Wed, Mar 31, 2021 AT SEA -- --Thu, Apr 01, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, Apr 02, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, Apr 03, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, Apr 04, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, Apr 05, 2021 AT SEA -- --Tue, Apr 06, 2021 THE SEYCHELLES 8:00 am 11:00 pmWed, Apr 07, 2021 PRASLIN 7:00 am 5:00 pmThu, Apr 08, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, Apr 09, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, Apr 10, 2021 MOMBASA 12:00 pm --Sun, Apr 11, 2021 MOMBASA -- --Mon, Apr 12, 2021 MOMBASA -- 6:00 pmTue, Apr 13, 2021 ZANZIBAR 8:00 am 5:00 pmWed, Apr 14, 2021 AT SEA -- --Thu, Apr 15, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, Apr 16, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, Apr 17, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, Apr 18, 2021 DURBAN 8:00 am 11:00 pmMon, Apr 19, 2021 AT SEA -- --Tue, Apr 20, 2021 PORT ELIZABETH 8:00 am 11:00 pmWed, Apr 21, 2021 PASSING THE CAPE OF -- --Thu, Apr 22, 2021 CAPE TOWN 8:00 am --Fri, Apr 23, 2021 CAPE TOWN -- 6:00 pmSat, Apr 24, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, Apr 25, 2021 LUDERITZ 8:00 am 5:00 pmMon, Apr 26, 2021 WALVIS BAY 12:00 pm --Tue, Apr 27, 2021 WALVIS BAY -- 11:00 pmWed, Apr 28, 2021 AT SEA -- --Thu, Apr 29, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, Apr 30, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, May 01, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, May 02, 2021 CROSS EQUATOR -- --Mon, May 03, 2021 COTONOU 7:00 am 6:00 pmTue, May 04, 2021 TEMA 7:00 am 6:00 pmWed, May 05, 2021 LOME 7:00 am 6:00 pmThu, May 06, 2021 AT SEA -- --Fri, May 07, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, May 08, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, May 09, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, May 10, 2021 BANJUL 8:00 am 6:00 pmTue, May 11, 2021 DAKAR 8:00 am 11:00 pmWed, May 12, 2021 AT SEA -- --Thu, May 13, 2021 PRAIA 8:00 am 6:00 pmFri, May 14, 2021 MINDELO 8:00 am 6:00 pmSat, May 15, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, May 16, 2021 AT SEA -- --Mon, May 17, 2021 LAS PALMAS 8:00 am 10:00 pmTue, May 18, 2021 ARRECIFE 8:00 am 11:00 pmWed, May 19, 2021 AT SEA -- --Thu, May 20, 2021 CASABLANCA 7:00 am 11:00 pmFri, May 21, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sat, May 22, 2021 AT SEA -- --Sun, May 23, 2021 BARCELONA 7:00 am --
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At Seabourn, we are passionate about travel. We believe that traveling for pleasure has a redemptive power that enriches people's lives. And we believe that people should travel well.
Cruising on a Seabourn ship is unlike any other form of travel. The experience is luxurious, yet relaxed -- elegant, yet casual -- sumptuous, yet understated. Our intimate ships visit the most desirable destinations worldwide, sailing to the heart of landmark cities, as well as to hidden gems where larger vessels cannot follow.
Our ships attract interesting people, who seek to share experiences beyond the expected in places beyond the ordinary. Our acclaimed staff offers a unique style of heartfelt hospitality that is sincere, thoughtful and personal.
Seabourn pioneered small-ship, ultra luxury cruising, and continues to represent the pinnacle of that unique style of travel. Its fleet of intimate, all-suite ships, carrying between 458 and 600 guests each, sail to the world's most desirable destinations at their peak seasons. On board, guests are served by an award-wining crew. Seabourn's ships attract accomplished people who enjoy traveling well, and sharing fun and adventures with other interesting people. A great many of them have found the Seabourn cruise experience to be their preferred method of travel, and return regularly to sail with us again and again. We would welcome the opportunity to explore whether that might be true for you.
In 2009, Seabourn again raised the bar with the debut of Seabourn Odyssey, hailed as "a game-changer for the ultra-luxury segment." Although larger than the original Seabourn sisters, Seabourn Odyssey carries just 458 guests and offers a wealth of amenities made possible by the highest ratio of space per guest in the cruise industry, including the largest spa on any luxury ship and generous private verandas on 90 percent of her suites. Seabourn Odyssey has since been joined by two identical sisters, Seabourn Sojourn in 2010 and Seabourn Quest in 2011. Our first 600 passenger ship, Seabourn Encore, was delivered in 2016 and a second 600-passenger ship, Seabourn Ovation delivered in Spring 2018.
Our expanded fleet allows us to offer the award-winning Seabourn experience to more travelers, in more cruising regions than ever before. No matter where in our wide world you want to travel, we offer you the opportunity to see it all in perfect elegance and ease -- to travel well -- aboard the best small ships in the world.
We would be honored to have you travel with us on your next journey.
Seabourn Sojourn enchants her guests with an array of public areas scaled to encourage a relaxed sociability. One of the most unusual features of Seabourn Sojourn and her sisters is Seabourn Square, an ingenious "living room" that replaces the traditional cruise ship lobby with a welcoming lounge filled with easy chairs, sofas and cocktail tables. An enclave in its center houses knowledgeable concierges discreetly seated at individual desks.
The Club
Open for afternoon tea then transforms into a dance club in the evening. Socialize while enjoying cocktails, live music, and great company.
Sky Bar / Grill
The Sky Bar is a place to enjoy a refreshing tropical beverage during the day, or an evening cocktail under the stars.
Observation Bar
Stunning lounge with a bar and panoramic views. Enjoy Coffee and Tea served every morning, and drinks before or after dinner.
The Patio Bar
Offering the perfect setting for a sunny afternoon, the Pool Patio has everything you need for a day spent unwinding. The swimming pool is surrounded by a sundeck with chaise lounges, shaded seating, two large whirlpool spas, and is within steps of the Patio Grill and Patio Bar.
Seabourn Square A place to enjoy your newspaper or to socialize with your fellow passengers, Seabourn Square is what you're looking for.
Shops Whether you're buying souvenirs for your friends at home or want a memento of your vacation, our Shops will have what you need. Shop for fashion and cosmetics at The Boutique, jewelry and fine watches at The Collection, or logo cruisewear at the Shop.
The Restaurant
Before Seabourn, open-seating dining on a cruise ship was unheard of. Come when you like, with whom you please, and be seated as you wish. The room is beautiful, the cuisine is exquisite, and the service is simultaneously flawless, friendly and fun.
The Grill by Thomas Keller
Inspired by the classic American chophouse, The Grill focuses on updated versions of iconic dishes. Guests setting foot inside the elegant dining room will be treated to table-side preparations of Caesar salad and ice cream sundaes as well as a range of other steakhouse favorites like Lobster Thermidor and creamed spinach, presented a la carte. The timeless menu will draw on the freshest products from artisan purveyors. A cocktail program and wine list of domestic and old world labels complement the menu.
The Colonnade
Our more casual, indoor/outdoor alternative, features an open kitchen, lavish buffets or table service for breakfasts and lunch, and serves regionally themed, bistro-style dinners with table service nightly. At The Colonnade, special theme nights feature Chef Keller-influenced dinners that pay homage to his American childhood. His interpretations of classic comfort dishes, such as Clam Bake and BBQ Ribs will be served family-style on platters to complement the essence of sharing in a relaxed spirit of fun and togetherness.
The Patio
Relaxed poolside dining offering luncheon buffets, salads, soups, grilled specialties and freshly baked pizza. Dinners feature a full menu in an alfresco setting. For The Patio, Chef Keller has developed exclusively for us, a signature Napa burger, as well as an artisanal hot dog dubbed the Yountwurst, named for the hometown of The French Laundry, Ad Hoc, and the original Bouchon and Bouchon Bakery.
In-Suite Dining
Seabourn is pleased to offer a varied menu available around the clock for service in your suite. You may also order dinner from The Restaurant menu and have your meal served, course by course, in your suite or on your veranda.
Card Room Many veteran cruisers specifically choose cruises that provide at least a few days at sea. The Card Room is a great choice for the sea-loving cruiser who craves that languorous feeling of lazy leisure. There will be loads of on board activities during those days, including a great game of bridge.
Fitness Center Our Fitness Center features high performance Technogym equipment for cardio and strength training. We also offer a series of complimentary classes including yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi. Or, if personal attention is preferred, our personal trainers will design a nutrition and exercise plan that will help you achieve results. Based on your bodyÂs particular needs, this personalized session will expose you to the wellness program that works best with your body. Aboard Seabourn Odyssey, Seabourn Sojourn and Seabourn Quest you may try the Kinesis System. Using a tri-dimensional pulley system, our personal trainers will guide you through a series of exercises designed to improve balance, flexibility and strength.
Pool Offering the perfect setting for a sunny afternoon, the swimming pool is surrounded by an expansive sundeck with chaise lounges, shaded seating, two large whirlpool spas, and is within steps of the Patio Grill. Sun loungers and cabanas are arrayed in a mix of sun and shade. A stage provides occasional live music for dancing.
Salon All Seabourn ships offer a full-service Beauty Salon offering all traditional salon services including hairstyling, cut and color. Some of our favorites include the Fire and Ice Manicure and Pedicure using a combination of therapeutic cooling gels and the warmth of massage with a heated stone. The Elemis Sole Delight Foot Treatment with Pedicure, a rejuvenating therapy using warmed aromatherapy oils and the decadence of milk protein. Or, try the Elemis Frangipani Conditioning Hair and Scalp Ritual, used for centuries in Tahiti to soften the skin and hair.
Seabourn Conversations Enjoy fascinating Seabourn Conversations sessions with guest experts from the fields of arts, history, science, and more.
Spa & Wellness SeabournÂs Spa & Wellness with Dr. Andrew Weil is the first-ever program of its kind at sea. Seabourn has partnered with Dr. Weil, a visionary pioneer in integrative medicine, whose groundbreaking research and bestselling books combine physical, social, environmental and spiritual well-being. Each Seabourn ship's Mindful Living Coach is a certified yoga and meditation practitioner who will inspire and educate guests with orientations, seminars and classes during the voyage. Guests who participate in the Mindful Living Program will have their cruise experiences further enhanced by a holistic mind and body perspective. With Dr. Weil's guidance, our fleet-wide mindful living curriculum delivers an even greater degree of mind and body balance, ensuring that guests can break away, relax and rejuvenate while they travel, and offering them an experience that will continue to enrich their lives long after their voyage.
Sun Terrace Sun Terrace with double sun loungers.
Whirlpool
A breathtaking ocean vista will dazzle your senses on the pool deck. Boasting a prime location, this picturesque area presents you with the opportunity to soak up some rays during the afternoon, or socialize in the whirlpool in the evening.
- Registry: The Bahamas
- Crew: 330
- Length: 650 feet
- Maiden voyage: June 2010
- Guest capacity: 458
- Tonnage: 32,000
- Breadth: 84 feet
- Cruising speed: 19 knots
- Refurbished: Newly built
Please note: Stateroom images and features are samples only. Actual furniture, fixtures, colors, configurations and window/porthole views may vary.
Deck Eleven
From one end of this great earth to the other, you''ll travel via the luxury of a cruise ship. Be pampered on board as your home-at-sea makes its way through international waters to far away places.
Discover the cosmopolitan beauty of Miami along Florida's fabled Gold Coast. Stroll through carefully preserved Art Deco neighborhoods and witness the trendy lifestyle that is South Beach. Enjoy open-air shopping in the Bayside Marketplace and shop for a bite to eat in Coconut Grove, with its harborside cafes and quaint, artistic settings.
Key West is the southernmost point in the Continental United States and home of "Papa" Hemingway's noted hangout, Sloppy Joe's. Tour Presiden Truman's "Little White House" or bask on a beach that's just 90 miles from Cuba.
Belize is an adventurer's paradise with a history that dates back more than a thousand years. Explore the ancient Mayan sites of Xunantunich or Altun-Ha. Swim, snorkel or dive and explore the second largest barrier reef in the world.
Santo Tomas is located on a small stretch of Caribbean coast virtually untouched by man. Do not miss an excursion to Tikal, the largest and most impressive of all classic Mayan sites with over 500 excavated structures.
But truth be told, this isn't a tourist town per se, compared to other destinations in the Caribbean Sea . Nevertheless, there are things to see and do while you are in port.
...The port of Manta is the busiest fishing port on earth.The Museo del Banco Central is a fantastic museum ...Manta's beaches are spacious as well as beautiful, and are home to a wide array of wildlife.There are a few truly great restaurants in Manta, and the nightlife is fantastic.
Callao is your port of entry to the glittering, elegant city of Lima, the darling of Peru. Founded by Pizarro and the Conquistadors, the capital city today offers priceless collections ranging from the Museum of Gold to the Museum of Anthropology and Archeology. Pizarro's remains can be found in the Cathedral, built in 1746. From Lima, you can also take a tour to Machu Picchu, the mysterious lost city of the Incas high in the Andes, or to Cuzco, the capital of the Incan Empire.
The largest of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, Tahiti held a magical attraction for artist Paul Gauguin and writer Robert Louis Stevenson. To understand why, simply listen to the winds whistling through casuarina trees on a secluded black-sand beach, or stroll through beautiful botanical gardens and marvel at island flora.
James Michener called it the most beautiful island in the South Pacific. You may confirm his opinion, either by the local "Le Truck" transport, 4-wheel-drive van, or in a helicopter overhead. And the offshore beauty is accessible by a glass-bottomed boat or by snorkeling.
Rarotonga is one of the premier destinations in the entire South Pacific, and many travelers find that this beautiful location is even more gorgeous than highly-touted Tahiti. The fishing off the coast of Rarotonga is incredible, and local fisherman claim to have landed some of the largest tuna and marlin anywhere.Outdoor sports are quite popular on the island; from golf to hiking to tennis, Rarotonga has it all.Typically the dining, sports engagements, and nightlife are about half as expensive as the islands in French Polynesia and the rest of the South Pacific, so get ready to have some fun!
Suva sits on the southeast shores of mountainous Viti Levu ("Great Fiji"), largest of the over 800 islands which comprise the Republic of Fiji. Local folk traditions remain strong, like fire walks and welcoming ceremonies, wood-carving and the fabrication of tree-bark cloth. The island's proud history is showcased in the Fiji Museum, with its impressive collection of war canoes.
Right on the south coast of the Efate Island is the capital city of Vanuatu. Port Vila holds the status of being the nation's center for economic and commercial wise. This town possesses this country's vital harbor and airport. The Bauerfield International Airport is located in Port Vila. This airport assists as the center for Air Vanuatu, Vanuatu's international airline.
Port Vila takes pride in their Cultural Centre that consists of collections of the most comprising artifacts in the South Pacific. This beautiful city also contains European-style restaurants and cafes, which is also a hot shot for visitors as well as locals. Port Villa is also the core for the upcoming diving scene, sparkling beaches, and resorts situated around the city, all less than 1 hr away.
Our visitors are known to spend their afternoons relaxing swim, snorkeling, and scuba diving or finishing in our well known sparkling waters. The activities that this city includes are virtually endless. One of the nightly activities consist of the most courageous adventures of our visitors gather for a shell of kava, South Pacific drink, variety of mind blowing forms of alcohol, and the natives all time favorites.
The Great Barrier Reef city of Cairns is the northernmost city of Queensland and is located amidst endless stretches of white sandy beach, attracting visitors from around the world. Although Cairns is the scuba-diving capital of the Great Barrier Reef, you can also wander along the Esplanade, with its remarkable views over Trinity Bay, or explore the Heritage Walk with its fascinating insights into the city's history.
Sydney is Australia''s showcase: the oldest settlement, the largest and most thriving city, the cultural melting pot. It curves around idyllic Port Jackson, where sandstone cliffs and bright islands complement the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Wander the cobbled colonial streets of the historic Rocks quarter, or tour the mansions of Watson''s Bay.
Australia's "Garden City" rejoices in its greenery, from the Fitzroy Gardens to the magnificent Royal Botanical Gardens. Hiding behind the sky-scrapers along the Yarra River are the graceful 19th-century mansions of the city's Gold Rush years. Sample one of the sixty different international cuisines, which make Melbourne the food capital of Australia.
The city of Adelaide is sophisticated and cosmopolitan with a population in the millions. Pride in its heritage and traditional values are prevalent here. There is also a comfort and convenience about Adelaide that is rarely found in cities of its size. The streets contain many lively cafes and restaurants that reflect the huge diversity of its ethnic communities. Visitors of all nations can feel at home here.
Albany, Australia is home to the first deepwater port in Western Australia, Princess Royal Harbor, which happens to be the largest natural harbor on the entire south coast of the Australia mainland outside of Melbourne. Albany has become popular with retirees, with inhabitants enjoying the fresh air, clean beaches, and fine views over the Southern Ocean, while still proving a thriving regional center. Albany's many industries consist of tourism, fishing and agriculture. In addition to the quality of life the residence enjoy, Albany is a clean power society. The Western Power Wind Farm provides 75% of the town's electricity usage with its 12 turbines driven by the strong southerly winds.
In the Far West of Down Under, the twin cities of Fremantle and Perth are like David and Goliath. Fremantle is a quaint colonial town of terraced houses, and a bay that was heaven for America's Cup yachts. Perth has bloomed into a sky-scrapered metropolis, though life remains peaceful on "Millionaires' Row," and in flower-filled Kings Park.
Tiny Broome sits in the windswept "Far Corner" of western Australia, on the scenic, arid shores of the Indian Ocean. It became famous early in the century for its pearls and mother of pearl, some of Australia's finest. Pearls are still important here, but tourist attractions -- including the dramatic pearl fishermen's cemetery, and superb ten-mile-long Cable Beach - are Broome's greatest wealth.
One of the last traditional Indonesian cities that evokes old colonial Asia, Surabaya remains delightfully untouristed and little changed from the thirties. You'll discover old neighborhoods of typical Dutch colonial homes, while in Islamic enclaves throughout the city, men in fez-like hats gather around mosques with minarets. Visit the Surabaya Zoo exhibiting a family of Komodo dragons. Or travel across the narrow straits from Java to the island of Madura and a bygone way of life, where a centuries-old style of bull racing still continues to be used as a method of breeding selection for the island's important cattle industry.
From Semarang, travel through the lush jungles of Java to the astounding temples of Borobudur, the largest Buddhist monument on earth built in the 8th century. Here view a complex of dramatic carved towers that were forgotten for almost 800 years! Topped by graceful stupas, the winding pathways display carved panels depicting the life of Buddha.
Sumatra's third largest city, Padang still has a small-town feel. It is a gateway to the island's interior and Bukittinggi, the homeland of the gentle, sophisticated Minangkabau people. Visit a 140-year-old clan house, which houses a museum of traditional wedding and dance costumes, musical instruments and weapons.
One of the most beautiful of the Seychelles islands, Praslin has a coastline of granite bluffs, carved by wave erosion into fluted columns and fantastic forms like abstract sculpture. In the national park, visit a grove of huge, ancient Coco-de-Mer palms, found nowhere else on earth. A single frond can roof an entire house.
East Africa's history is on view in Mombasa. The old Dhow Harbor was a center of trade among the old Swahili towns of the Indian Ocean. The Portuguese Fort Jesus looms above, surveying Old Town's Arab-style craft bazaars. Herds of elephant, giraffe and other game are to be found just inland, in game reserves like Taita Hills and Shimba Hills.
For many centuries, traders from Europe, India, the Orient and Arabia were lured to these shores. It was from here that explorer David Livingstone set off on his last expedition into the heart of the continent. Today, as you walk along the winding streets of the old Stone Town, lined with whitewashed coral rag houses, you can see reminders of this rich history all around you. Visit the Palace museum, former residence of the Omani Sultans, and the cathedral that now stands on the site of the notorious slave market.
African and Oriental cultures merge harmoniously in the cosmopolitan city of Durban. Zulu rickshaw drivers beckon passengers along Durban's Marine Parade. Silks and gold-threaded saris tempt visitors at the Oriental Arcades. In addition to golden beaches, Durban offers a fascinating history. It is also gateway to Zululand, where the drumbeat of tribal dancing is testimony to the enduring traditions of the Zulus. A visit to Shakaland is an experience of tribal customs.
Along the eastern coast of Africa, you will find the most beautiful city known to man-kind. This dominating tourist attraction stands alone in superiority among the hearts of its past visitors. This friendly city is known for many of its exceptional historical architecture and the allurement of its sites. Within sight of the Algoa Bay lies Port Elizabeth, engulfed in captivating serene country sides.
Dating back to 1820, Port Elizabeth became the country's first permanent British resident. A crew of 4,000 British Settlers that arrived by sea found this city. Port Elizabeth acquired her name from the late wife Elizabeth of the Acting Governor of Cape Colony, Sir Rufane Donkin. This Gateway city to the Eastern Cape is composed of a population over one million, which appoints this city as the fifth largest by population and second largest by area. Port Elizabeth plays an imperative role in the economical growth and well-being of South Africa. This role includes the contribution of the automobile industry for transportation and things such as keeping airports well equipped, port and harbor integrating South Africa with international and national destinations.
Such a beautiful sight to see contains alluring sites such as The Oceanarium, which is known for the notorious Dolphin and seal spectacle, the dolphin research centre, underwater observation area in the aquarium, two larger tanks of sharks and stingrays, and 40 different species of bony fish. The ideal weather in this city provides the perfect atmosphere for water sports. Within this utopian city lie extraordinary findings so we won't dare expose all of its possessions.
One of the world's most scenic harbors, the "Mother City" has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Take a cable car ride to the summit of massive, flat-topped Table Mountain, the city's dominating landmark, for a panoramic view of the Cape from 3,300 feet. At nearby Stellenbosch, the university town famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, sip crisp local vintages at one of the well-known wine estates.
Walvis Bay is an outpost on the empty stretch of Southwest Africa they call the Skeleton Coast. It was named for the whales once hunted here. Behind the town is the Namib Desert with trackless dunes inhabited by hardy, exotic desert plants and, now and then, a hungry lion or a ghostly herd of elephants. There is only one road, and it leads to Windhoek, Namibia's capital.
The capital of Senegal on the tip of Western Africa is a modern town with a charming colonial center known for its handicrafts, textiles, silver-work and beaches. Watch the local fishermen or take a trip to see the beautiful African hinterland.
The capital of Gran Canaria is a delight for strollers with areas such as Ciudad Jardin, where beautiful gardens surround the Canarians' homes, and the old quarter of Vegueta, where Christopher Columbus stopped in 1492. Explore the island's beautiful landscape; the highlight is a visit to the Guanches' caves, where the island's primitive inhabitants once dwelled.
At the northeastern tip of the Canaries, Lanzarote offers some of the most unusual scenery to be found, with its unique "lunar" landscape of the Timanfaya National Park. Wander in the well-preserved colonial town of Tequise, the island's former capital, or visit the unusual house of the island's famed artist, the late Cesar Manrique, who designed it as part of the volcanic landscape.
The economic capital of Morocco and the second largest city in Africa, Casablanca is an exotic blend of African, Arabian and European cultures. White-washed houses and peaceful mosques line the narrow streets of ancient Medina, the original Arab Section. Nearby, souks hum with the activity of contented shoppers bargaining for fine leather and handicrafts. The Ain Daib quarter in the southern part of the city boasts a strand of oceanfront resorts and restaurants set along the beach. Visit the mysterious "pink" city of Marrakech with its famed market and snake-charmers.
Barcelona is the cultural heartland of Spain, yet its first language is Catalan, the native tongue of the proudly independent Catalonia region. Stroll down the shady, tree-lined Ramblas between street musicians and elegant bistros. Then perhaps visit the venerable Gothic cathedral, Picasso Museum or enjoy the architectural genius of Antonio Gaudi's Church of the Holy Family.