SILVERSEA ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR SOUTHERNMOST HOTEL ON EARTH TO ELEVATE ANTARCTICA EXPEDITIONS
The 150-room hotel in Puerto Williams will provide travelers with a uniquely seamless journey of unparalleled comfort to explore the ‘White Continent
(IN SHORT) Silversea has announced the development of a new 150-room hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, the southernmost city in the world, aimed at enhancing the travel experience for guests visiting Antarctica. The hotel will facilitate seamless access to Silversea’s Antarctica Bridge fly-cruise program, enabling travelers to fly directly from Santiago to Puerto Williams. The groundbreaking ceremony for the hotel took place recently, with completion expected by late 2025. This initiative highlights Silversea’s commitment to luxury and innovative travel experiences, allowing guests to explore the stunning landscapes and wildlife of Antarctica while enjoying personalized service. The hotel will offer various amenities and aims to strengthen community ties while preserving local cultural heritage.
(PRESS RELEASE) Miami, FL, 2024-Oct-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea, a leader in luxury expedition travel, has unveiled plans for a new hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile—the southernmost city in the world—aimed at enhancing the experience for travelers venturing to Antarctica. This 150-room hotel will facilitate an unparalleled journey to the ‘White Continent,’ offering guests a seamless blend of comfort and adventure.
The hotel will serve as a key element of Silversea’s innovative Antarctica Bridge fly-cruise program, which provides the fastest and most direct access to the continent. Guests will fly from Santiago, the capital of Chile, directly to Puerto Williams, ensuring a superior travel experience characterized by Silversea’s renowned personalized service and hospitality.
The groundbreaking ceremony for the hotel marks the beginning of its construction, with completion expected by late 2025. The project is being developed in collaboration with a consortium of Chilean investors, along with participation from local government officials and key stakeholders.
Silversea is uniquely positioned as the only cruise line that homeports in Puerto Williams during the Antarctic season. This strategic location in the sub-Antarctic region of Patagonia serves as an ideal gateway for adventurous travelers eager to explore the planet’s least-visited continent. From this launch point, Silversea guests will be able to immerse themselves in Antarctica’s stunning landscapes, uninhabited islands, towering snow-covered mountains, and rich wildlife.
Jason Liberty, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group, expressed enthusiasm for the new hotel, stating, “This development allows us to push the boundaries of the vacation experience we offer our guests, further enhancing our diverse portfolio of world-class vacations. Partnering with experienced teams in Chile, we provide a unique opportunity for travelers to explore one of the world’s most breathtaking and remote destinations.”
Bert Hernandez, President of Silversea, added, “We are excited to enhance the Antarctic travel experience by creating seamless journeys that eliminate traditional barriers for accessing this region. This initiative not only differentiates us from other polar expedition offerings but also underscores our commitment to innovation and excellence in experiential luxury travel.”
The hotel will boast picturesque views of the Beagle Channel and the snow-capped Patagonian mountains, along with various amenities, including a spacious restaurant for group gatherings, a bar and lounge, a fitness center, and a gift shop showcasing local artisans’ crafts and art. The architectural design will harmoniously blend with the surrounding landscape, drawing inspiration from local art, architecture, and materials.
Committed to fostering strong relationships with the Puerto Williams community, Silversea aims to generate economic opportunities while preserving the area’s cultural heritage and minimizing environmental impacts.
With over 15 years of leadership in luxury expeditions, Silversea is set to further expand its diverse polar offerings with this new hotel, solidifying its standing in the expedition segment. Its luxury expedition ships—Silver Endeavour, Silver Wind, and Silver Cloud—will continue to offer a range of six to 20-day Antarctic voyages, ensuring every traveler can discover this remarkable region in unparalleled luxury. For those with limited time, the Antarctica Bridge program allows guests to skip the Drake Passage and fly directly to Antarctica, starting their expedition in comfort.
For more information about voyages to Antarctica, visit Silversea’s website.
About Silversea
Silversea™ is recognized as an innovator in the experiential luxury cruise industry, offering guests large-ship amenities aboard its intimate, all-suite vessels: Silver Ray℠, Silver Nova®, Silver Dawn℠, Silver Shadow®, Silver Whisper®, Silver Spirit®, Silver Muse®, and Silver Moon℠ – all designed to offer an atmosphere of conviviality and casual elegance. With the inclusion of the expedition ships Silver Endeavour℠, Silver Origin®, Silver Wind®, and Silver Cloud®, Silversea’s itineraries encompass all seven continents and feature worldwide luxury cruises to the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, the Galápagos, both Polar Regions, and hundreds of fascinating destinations in between. Silversea is one of five cruise brands owned by global cruise company Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL).
For more information, visit www.silversea.com.
About Royal Caribbean Group
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) is a vacation industry leader with a global fleet of 68 ships across its five brands traveling to approximately 1,000 destinations. With a mission to deliver the best vacations responsibly, Royal Caribbean Group serves millions of guests each year through its portfolio of best-in-class brands, including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea; and expanding portfolio of land-based vacation experiences through Perfect Day at CocoCay and Royal Beach Club collection. The company also owns 50% of a joint venture that operates TUI Cruises and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. With a rich history of innovating, Royal Caribbean Group continually delivers exciting new products and guest experiences that help shape the future of leisure travel. Learn more at www.royalcaribbeangroup.com or www.rclinvestor.com.
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