Seabourn Sojourn

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The second of Seabourn's new class of ships, Seabourn Sojourn, was also built at the T. Mariotti yard in Genoa. Her debut was on June 6, 2012 in the middle of the River Thames in London. Seabourn Sojourn's godmother was the English fashion icon and actress Twiggy. Like her sisters, 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 the 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 concierge discreetly seated at individual desks, ready to handle all sorts of business or give advice and information. The ship's shops are conveniently located just off the Square and it has its own open terrace aft. The Spa at Seabourn is the largest on any ultra luxury ship, 11,400 square feet encompassing indoor and outdoor space over two decks. A variety of open terraces are scattered over seven ducks, offering places to gather with a few friends or spend an isolated hour with a book. Seabourn Sojourn offers six whirlpools and two swimming pools, including the Pool Patio, with a pair of large whirlpool spas and a beach style pool, a casual Patio Grill and the Patio double sun beds. Just aft of that is The Retreat, with shuffleboard courts and a nine hole putting green. The panoramic Observation Bar on Deck 10 offers 270 forward views over the sea. The Grand Salon is used for dancing as well as lectures, production vocal shows, cabaret performances and classical recitals.