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Silversea® has launched its first Nova-class ship, Silver Nova℠, on its maiden voyage from Venice, Italy. The luxury cruise ship boasts an innovative design that emphasizes openness and incorporates extensive glass, offering passengers panoramic views of the destination. Departing on a seven-day roundtrip voyage through the Adriatic, Silver Nova will visit several ports in Slovenia, Croatia, and Montenegro. As Silversea’s 12th ship and the first to launch in 2023 for Royal Caribbean Group®, Silver Nova sets a new standard for luxury cruising. The ship features spacious suites with private verandas, personalized service, and an array of bars, restaurants, and lounges. Following its inaugural journey, Silver Nova will spend the summer in the Mediterranean before embarking on a Grand Voyage to South America.
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Silversea® has ushered in a new era of luxury at sea with the launch of its first Nova-class ship, Silver Nova℠. This remarkable vessel set sail on its maiden voyage from Venice, Italy, on August 14, 2023, marking a significant milestone for the ultra-luxury cruise line. Silver Nova promises an unparalleled cruise experience, blending innovative design with a commitment to sustainability and providing passengers with breathtaking views of their destinations.The seven-day roundtrip voyage through the enchanting Adriatic Sea is a testament to Silver Nova’s charm.
The ship will call at a series of captivating ports, including Piran, Slovenia; Zadar, Dubrovnik, Split, and Rovinj in Croatia; and Kotor, Montenegro. This inaugural journey signifies not only the launch of Silversea’s 12th ship but also the first to debut in 2023 within the Royal Caribbean Group®’s (NYSE: RCL) fleet, expanding the group’s global fleet to a total of 64 ships.What makes Silver Nova truly exceptional is its groundbreaking design.
The ship’s emphasis on openness over symmetry incorporates approximately 4,000 square meters of glass, creating an immersive experience where passengers are constantly connected to the destination through expansive views. The redesigned pool deck, situated on the starboard side, offers a unique perspective of the surroundings, while the new outdoor venues, the Dusk Bar and the Marquee, enhance the connection to the destination even further.One of the most spacious cruise ships ever built, Silver Nova boasts an impressive space-to-guest ratio of 75 gross register tons (GRT) per guest, the highest in Silversea’s fleet.
The ship ensures a personalized and attentive service with a crew-to-guest ratio of 1:1.3, including butler service for all suites. With 13 different suite categories, Silver Nova offers the largest variety of suites in Silversea’s history, featuring private verandas. The standout is the 123-square-meter (1,324-square-foot) Otium Suite, offering floor-to-ceiling windows and a 40-square-meter (431-square-foot) balcony with a private whirlpool.Silver Nova also boasts an array of bars, restaurants, and lounges, making it a haven for culinary enthusiasts.
The cruise line introduces an innovative culinary program, Sea and Land Taste (S.A.L.T.), designed to offer a comprehensive culinary discovery experience that includes immersive excursions ashore, food lectures, hands-on culinary activities, and more.Following its maiden voyage, Silver Nova will spend the summer in the Mediterranean before embarking on a grand journey to the Caribbean and South America in November. On January 4, 2024, the ship will set sail on a 71-day Grand Voyage to South America, visiting 38 destinations in 18 countries.
Silversea’s commitment to elevating the luxury cruise experience is evident through Silver Nova’s debut. As the sister ship, Silver Ray℠, is scheduled to launch in the summer of 2024, travelers can anticipate more extraordinary adventures with Silversea in the years to come.
