Silversea: A unique event in the Philippines
Silversea Cruises, on February 10, hosted a tailor-made event for about 300 guests by renting the entire island of Kalanggaman in the Philippines.
Guests traveling on the South Side Story World Cruise 2023 aboard Silver Shadow enjoyed a particularly engaging cultural event on the idyllic island of Kalanggaman, nestled between Cebu and Leyte in the Visayan Sea.
It is to showcase the talents of more than 500 residents of the Eastern Visayas region, from artists, hospitality professionals, and event planners to massage therapists and chefs.
Silversea welcome in the Philippines
Connecting with the local culture, Silversea guests were warmly welcomed by traditional music and dance, refreshing cocktails, and a marienda (Afternoon Tea) with Filipino delicacies. Enveloped in the island’s tropical beauty, guests enjoyed the entire day between strolling Kalanggaman’s beaches, swimming in its clear waters, relaxing in hammocks and loungers, and complimentary beach massages. In the evening, travelers enjoyed a multi-course dinner of local specialties under the stars in a setting of swaying palms and then concluded the event with a dance performance.
Silversea in the Philippines dance
“This once-in-a-lifetime experience took two years of planning and preparation, and we are grateful to the local community for their invaluable support”, said Conrad Combrink, senior vice president of Expeditions, Destination and Itinerary Management at Silversea.
“The added value of special events like these within the World Cruise is really what sets Silversea apart”, said Barbara Muckermann, president and CEO of Silversea. “And we have more in store for our guests on this amazing 139-day voyage, from a Freddie Mercury tribute show staged in a historic palace in Zanzibar to an exclusive evening show, there is simply no better way to explore the world”.
Other events on Silversea’s South Side Story World Cruise 2023 included a wine-tasting opportunity, dance performances, food, and folklore.
Silversea in the Philippines
Silversea in the Philippines
Upcoming round-the-world cruises include the 132-day “Far East-West World Cruise 2024” departing from San Francisco aboard Silver Shadow on January 15, 2024, which will see guests travel across the Pacific, incorporating some of the most extreme destinations on the planet with stops at 65 destinations in 14 countries. In contrast, the 136-day “Countertempo World Cruise 2025” will depart Tokyo for New York on January 13, 2025, aboard Silver Dawn, discovering some of the world’s most iconic and off-the-beaten-path destinations during unconventional seasons with immersive experiences introducing locals and compelling stories with ports of call in 59 destinations, 30 countries, and four continents.
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