<p>Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Sept 2: In less than four months, on December 23, the world&rsquo;s newest ultra-luxury, all-suite ship, Silver Spirit, will take to the seas on her maiden &ldquo;Holiday Spirit&rdquo; voyage from Barcelona to Lisbon. Construction of Silver Spirit is progressing according to schedule at the Fincantieri shipyard in Ancona, Italy. The 540-guest ship successfully completed a preliminary set of sea trials on Sunday and has repositioned to Trieste for a week in dry dock before undertaking a more rigorous set of sea trials starting on Sept 5. As the structural elements of Silver Spirit take shape, the plans and details for an expansive array of dining options are also emerging.</p>
<p>&ldquo;Recognizing the fundamental importance of the culinary experience for the luxury traveler, we have added more dining alternatives aboard our newest ship,&rdquo; said Rudi Scholdis, Silversea&rsquo;s culinary director. &ldquo;Our beautiful Silver Spirit will feature two new dining options for a total of six venues in addition to in-suite service, which includes dinner served course by course. It&rsquo;s revolutionary for a ship this size to offer so many distinctive dining choices.&rdquo;</p>
<p>A MENU OF CULINARY ARTISTRY<br />In the exclusive world of small-ship cruising, Silversea&rsquo;s newest ship raises the bar in fine dining experiences, offering an unmatched variety of creative culinary options designed to suit the most discerning palates. Guests will enjoy the uncommon luxury of open seating &ndash; dining when, where, and with whom they wish. Woven through this experience will be the promise of subtle service and an unspoken anticipation of the guest&rsquo;s needs. The meal itself will be artfully prepared from the finest quality fresh ingredients by master chefs with a taste for innovation. With the convenience of complimentary wines, spirits and sodas and the comfort of an extensive stock of additional rare vintages, the perfect complement to the meal is always at hand.</p>
<p>THE RESTAURANT<br />Situated midship on Deck 4, The Restaurant features sumptuous culinary fare in an atmosphere of elegance. It is elegant but not at all stuffy &ndash; the perfect stage for a dining experience guests want to savor. Open most of the day, The Restaurant serves open-seating breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu features contemporary international cuisine, complemented by La Collection du Monde, signature dishes created by Relais &amp; Ch&acirc;teaux in partnership with Silversea&rsquo;s own master chefs.</p>
<p>LA TERRAZZA<br />The far aft location of La Terrazza on Deck 7 allows for 180-degree views of the horizon. It is open for casual, buffet-style breakfast and lunch with indoor/outdoor seating available. For dinner, La Terrazza offers an authentic a la carte experience with only the finest elements of Italian cooking, melding together fresh and flavorful ingredients &mdash; in the finest Slow Food tradition. Reservations are required for dinner.</p>
<p>LE CHAMPAGNE<br />Savor the delights of outstanding champagnes and wines paired to perfection with regional fares in the intimate atmosphere of Le Champagne, situated aft of The Restaurant on Deck 4. This innovative Wine Restaurant by Relais &amp; Ch&acirc;teaux features some of the world&rsquo;s rarest vintages, carefully chosen to highlight a most memorable and exclusive culinary experience. There is a fee to dine and reservations may be made on board.</p>
<p>SEISHIN ** NEW DINING VENUE<br />Taking its name from the Japanese word for &ldquo;spirit,&rdquo; this intimate restaurant specializing in Asian fusion cuisine is situated aft of The Restaurant on Deck 4. Seishin features a large, round chef&rsquo;s table as its centerpiece. Guests at surrounding tables can watch the chef at work sculpting fresh sushi and sashimi. The varied menu ranges from exquisite bento (boxed meal) lunches and a la carte specialties of seafood salad, lobster and Kobe beef to a nine-course degustation dinner. There is a fee to dine and reservations may be made on board.</p>
<p>STARS SUPPER CLUB ** NEW DINING VENUE<br />The warm and inviting Art Deco-inspired decor of this dining venue elegantly recalls the supper clubs of the 1930s. Located just forward of La Terrazza on Deck 7, Stars Supper Club offers a modern twist with trendsetting menus showcasing regional and seasonal delicacies to be enjoyed in a succession of small courses. Guests can arrive early for cocktails and stay late as the mood is transformed by live music, dancing and nightclub-style entertainment. Reservations are required for dinner.</p>
<p>POOL GRILL<br />On Deck 9 adjacent to the pool area is the Pool Grill. In addition to a medley of salads, sandwiches, hamburgers and hot dogs offered for lunch in a casual outdoor setting, the Pool Grill on Silver Spirit will introduce a wellness breakfast designed to complement morning poolside fitness classes. Here guests can start the day energized with a menu of light and delicious fares &mdash; from nutrition-packed fresh fruit smoothies and organic cereals to egg-white omelettes and spinach and artichoke frittatas. Also set to debut at the Pool Grill is a unique cooking concept for dinner that lets guests cook healthy fare on their own heated volcanic rock plate.</p>
<p>24-HOUR IN-SUITE DINING<br />Complimentary 24-hour room service is available on all Silversea voyages. Selections from The Restaurant menu are served course by course during regular dining hours, utilizing the same fine china, linens and accessories as enjoyed in The Restaurant.</p>
<p>Silversea Cruises is recognized as an innovator in the luxury segment, offering guests large-ship amenities aboard its intimate, all-suite vessels: Silver Cloud, Silver Wind, Silver Shadow, Silver Whisper &mdash; and launching in December, Silver Spirit &mdash; all designed to offer an atmosphere of conviviality and casual elegance. With the addition of the regal expedition ship Prince Albert II, the company&rsquo;s itineraries encompass all seven continents. For more information on Silversea Cruises, please contact a travel agent.</p>