Málaga to Nice
Málaga to Nice
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About Málaga
As you sail into Malaga you will notice what an idyllic setting the city enjoys on the famous Costa del Sol. To the east of this provincial capital, the coast along the region of La Axarqua is scattered with villages, farmland and sleepy fishing hamlets - the epitome of traditional rural Spain. To the west stretches a continuous city where the razzmatazz and bustle creates a colourful contrast that is easily recognisable as the Costa del Sol. Surrounding the region, the Penibéetica Mountains provide an attractive backdrop overlooking the lower terraced slopes which yield olives and almonds. This spectacular mountain chain shelters the province from cold northerly winds, giving it a reputation as a therapeutic and exotic place in which to escape from cold northern climes. Malaga is also the gateway to many of Andalusia's enchanting historic villages, towns and cities.
About Cartagena
A Mediterranean city and naval station located in the Region of Murcia, southeastern Spain, Cartagena’s sheltered bay has attracted sailors for centuries. The Carthaginians founded the city in 223BC and named it Cartago Nova; it later became a prosperous Roman colony, and a Byzantine trading centre. The city has been the main Spanish Mediterranean naval base since the reign of King Philip II, and is still surrounded by walls built during this period. Cartagena’s importance grew with the arrival of the Spanish Bourbons in the 18th century, when the Navidad Fortress was constructed to protect the harbour. In recent years, traces of the city’s fascinating past have been brought to light: a well-preserved Roman Theatre was discovered in 1988, and this has now been restored and opened to the public. During your free time, you may like to take a mini-cruise around Cartagena's historic harbour: these operate several times a day, take approximately 40 minutes and do not need to be booked in advance. Full details will be available at the port.
About Cartagena
A Mediterranean city and naval station located in the Region of Murcia, southeastern Spain, Cartagena’s sheltered bay has attracted sailors for centuries. The Carthaginians founded the city in 223BC and named it Cartago Nova; it later became a prosperous Roman colony, and a Byzantine trading centre. The city has been the main Spanish Mediterranean naval base since the reign of King Philip II, and is still surrounded by walls built during this period. Cartagena’s importance grew with the arrival of the Spanish Bourbons in the 18th century, when the Navidad Fortress was constructed to protect the harbour. In recent years, traces of the city’s fascinating past have been brought to light: a well-preserved Roman Theatre was discovered in 1988, and this has now been restored and opened to the public. During your free time, you may like to take a mini-cruise around Cartagena's historic harbour: these operate several times a day, take approximately 40 minutes and do not need to be booked in advance. Full details will be available at the port.
About Valencia
Valencia, Spain's third-largest municipality, is a proud city with a thriving nightlife and restaurant scene, quality museums, and spectacular contemporary architecture, juxtaposed with a thoroughly charming historic quarter, making it a popular destination year in year out. During the Civil War, it was the last seat of the Republican Loyalist government (1935–36), holding out against Franco’s National forces until the country fell to 40 years of dictatorship. Today it represents the essence of contemporary Spain—daring design and architecture along with experimental cuisine—but remains deeply conservative and proud of its traditions. Though it faces the Mediterranean, Valencia's history and geography have been defined most significantly by the River Turia and the fertile huerta that surrounds it.The city has been fiercely contested ever since it was founded by the Greeks. El Cid captured Valencia from the Moors in 1094 and won his strangest victory here in 1099: he died in the battle, but his corpse was strapped into his saddle and so frightened the besieging Moors that it caused their complete defeat. In 1102 his widow, Jimena, was forced to return the city to Moorish rule; Jaume I finally drove them out in 1238. Modern Valencia was best known for its frequent disastrous floods until the River Turia was diverted to the south in the late 1950s. Since then the city has been on a steady course of urban beautification. The lovely bridges that once spanned the Turia look equally graceful spanning a wandering municipal park, and the spectacularly futuristic Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències (City of Arts and Sciences), most of it designed by Valencia-born architect Santiago Calatrava, has at last created an exciting architectural link between this river town and the Mediterranean. If you're in Valencia, an excursion to Albufera Nature Park is a worthwhile day trip.
About Castellón de la Plana
About Port-Vendres
About Sanary-sur-Mer
About Nice
United with France only since 1860, Nice has its own history and atmosphere, which dates back 230,000 years. It was on Colline du Château (now château-less) and at the Plage des Ponchettes, in front of the Old Town, that the Greeks established a market-port in 350 BC and named it Nikaia, which would become Marseilles' chief coastal rival. The Romans established themselves a little later on the hills of Cimiez (Cemenelum), already previously occupied by Ligurians and Celts, and quickly overshadowed the waterfront port. After falling to the Saracen invasions, Nice regained power as an independent state, becoming an important port in the early Middle Ages.So cocksure did it become that in 1388, Nice, along with the hill towns behind, effectively seceded from the county of Provence, under Louis d'Anjou, and allied itself with Savoie. Thus began its liaison with the House of Savoy, and through it with Piedmont and Sardinia, it was the Comté de Nice (Nice County). This relationship lasted some 500 years, tinting the culture, architecture, and dialect in rich Italian hues.By the 19th century Nice was flourishing commercially, locked in rivalry with the neighboring shipping port of Genoa. Another source of income: the dawning of tourism, as first the English, then the Russian nobility, discovered its extraordinary climate and superb waterfront position. A parade of fine stone mansions and hotels closed into a nearly solid wall of masonry, separated from the smooth-round rocks of the beach by what was originally named Camin deis Anglés (the English Way), which of course is now the famous Promenade des Anglais. This magnificent crescent, which is seeking UNESCO recognition, is one of the noblest in France. Many of Nice's most delightful attractions—the Cours Saleya market, the Old Town streets, the Hotel Negresco, and the Palais Masséna—are on or close to this 10-km (6-mile) waterfront, making it the first stop for most visitors, while the redevelopment of Nice's port, around the other side of the Colline du Château, makes it easier for amblers who want to take in the Genoese architecture or peruse the antiques at the Puces de Nice, now part of the Promenade des 100 Antiquaires, along Quai Papacino. Nice also has the distinction of the "Family Plus" label, with free strollers, play areas, and restaurants with child-friendly activities.
This premium suite (447 sq. ft. / 41.53 sq. meters) includes a thoughtfully appointed separate master bedroom with a permanent queen size bed and a flat-screen TV. The suite features a large master bathroom with a massage shower and a separate soaking tub with views of the sea. A spacious living area with a flat-screen TV, writing desk, and ½ guest bath. There is also a dining area suitable for hosting your friends and family. The Owner’s Suite is suite number 315 on both yachts, located mid-ship on Deck 3 – Close to the pool (aft, deck 3).
Additional Amenities:
- Well-stocked beverage refrigerator
- 2 – 55″ flat-screen TVs with “Infotainment”
- Nespresso® coffee machine
- Direct-dial telephone
- Safe
- Climate Control
- Make-Up Mirror
- Elm Organics bath amenities
- Hair dryer
- Superior Belgian bed & bath linens
- Luxury Bath Robes & Slippers
- Wooden & Padded Silk clothes hangers
- 24-hour in-stateroom “Small Bites” menu
- Wifi Available
Enjoy 375 sq. ft. / 34.8 sq. meters of living space with ocean views from a total of 3 picture windows. Partitioned living and dining areas with ½ guest bath and closet. Separate and private en-suite master bedroom with permanent queen bed and closet. Marble-lined bathroom with multi-jet shower and soaking tub. Built-in dresser with writing desk. The Admiral Suite is Suite 400 on both yachts and is near the Library.
Additional Amenities:
- Well-stocked beverage refrigerator
- 2 – 55″ flat-screen TVs with “Infotainment”
- Nespresso® coffee machine
- Direct-dial telephone
- Safe
- Climate Control
- Make-Up Mirror
- Elm Organics bath amenities
- Hair dryer
- Superior Belgian bed & bath linens
- Luxury Bath Robes & Slippers
- Wooden & Padded Silk clothes hangers
- 24-hour in-stateroom “Small Bites” menu
- Wifi Available
We combine two Yacht Club Staterooms to create a beautiful and spacious Commodore Suite. These comfortably appointed ocean-view suites provide a choice of two twin beds or a queen-size bed, two full marble-lined bathrooms with multi-jet showers, a seating area with sofa, coordinated chair and cocktail table, 2 spacious closets, and built-in dressers with writing desk. Configuration allows for either an additional permanent queen bed or dining area. There are eight possible Commodore Suites and they average 390 spacious sq. ft. / 36.23 sq. meters. Commodore Suites on Deck 2 feature four (4) 17” round windows instead of 2 picture windows found in Deck 3 Commodore Suites. Deck 3 Commodore Suites are close to the Pool and Main Salon.
Additional Amenities:
- Well-stocked beverage refrigerator
- 2 – 55″ flat-screen TVs with “Infotainment”
- Direct-dial telephone
- Safe
- Climate Control
- Make-Up Mirror
- Hair dryer
- Elm Organics bath amenities
- Superior Belgian bed & bath linens
- Luxury Bath Robes & Slippers
- Wooden & Padded Silk clothes hangers
- 24-hour in-stateroom “Small Bites” menu
- Wifi Available
Yacht Club Deck 3 & 4 staterooms average 195 sq.ft./18.12 sq. meters. These picture window ocean view staterooms include a marble-lined bathroom in select staterooms with a multi-jet shower and a well-appointed open living area with sofa, chair, cocktail table, and built-in dresser with writing desk. Most staterooms offer a choice of 2 twin beds or 1 queen bed. Please contact the reservations team to confirm your choice. Deck 4 staterooms enjoy close proximity to the SeaDream Spa, Fitness Centre, and Library. Deck 3 is the perfect location for guests who desire to be just feet from the pool.
Additional Amenities:
- Well-stocked beverage refrigerator
- 55″ flat-screen TV with “Infotainment”
- Direct-dial telephone
- Safe
- Climate Control
- Make-Up Mirror
- Hair dryer
- Elm Organics bath amenities
- Superior Belgian bed & bath linens
- Luxury Bath Robes & Slippers
- Wooden & Padded Silk clothes hangers
- 24-hour in-stateroom “Small Bites” menu
- Wifi Available
Yacht Club Deck 2 staterooms average 195 sq.ft./18.12 sq. meters. These ocean view staterooms include a marble-lined bathroom in select staterooms with a multi-jet shower and a well-appointed open living area with sofa, chair, cocktail table, built-in dresser with writing desk, and ample closet space. Most staterooms offer a choice of 2 twin beds or 1 queen bed. Please contact the reservations team to confirm your choice. Yacht Club Deck 2 staterooms feature two (2) 17” round windows instead of a picture window.
Additional Amenities:
- Well-stocked beverage refrigerator
- 55″ flat-screen TV with “Infotainment”
- Direct-dial telephone
- Safe
- Climate Control
- Make-Up Mirror
- Hair dryer
- Elm Organics bath amenities
- Superior Belgian bed & bath linens
- Luxury Bath Robes & Slippers
- Wooden & Padded Silk clothes hangers
- 24-hour in-stateroom “Small Bites” menu
- Wifi Available
SeaDream II
Named “Best Small Luxury Cruise Ship of 2015” in ForbesLife, twin mega-yachts SeaDream I & II are intimate boutique ships that provide a unique travelling experience unlike any other cruise vacation. The expression “yachting” is not only a statement about size; it’s a lifestyle aboard our intimate vessels with the service of 95 crew members and 112 guests that make each guest feel like they are on their very own private luxury yacht. Chic and stylish, SeaDream’s 56-stateroom yachts are favored for its elegant informality, highly personal service, inclusive open bar and gratuities, all ocean views staterooms and suites, luxury accommodations and world-class cuisine.
Ship Facts
| Speed | 18 | ||||||||
| Width | 14 | ||||||||
| Length | 105 | ||||||||
| Capacity | 112 | ||||||||
| Currency | USD | ||||||||
| Language | en | ||||||||
| Crew Count | 95 | ||||||||
| Deck Count | 5 | ||||||||
| Refit Year | 2018 | ||||||||
| Cabin Count | 56 | ||||||||
| Launch Year | 1985 | ||||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 4300 | ||||||||
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| Large Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 |
Deck 6
Balinese Dream Beds
- Top Of The Yacht Bar
- Golf Simulator
- Sun Beds
- Smoking Area
- Twin Hot Tubs / Sun Deck
Deck 5
Topside Restaurant
- Medical Facility
- Open Promenade
- Elevator
- Bridge
Deck 4
Al Fresco Dining & Lounging
- Library
- Piano Bar
- Casino
- Admiral Suite
- SeaDream Spa
- Fitness Center
- Beauty Salon
- Elevator
- Yacht Club Staterooms
Deck 3
Pool / Hot Tub
- Pool Bar
- Card Room
- Main Salon / Main Salon Bar
- Concierge / SeaDream Boutique
- Yacht Club Staterooms
- Commodore Suite
- Owner's Suite
Deck 2
Retractable Water Sports Platform Marina
- Dining Salon / Meeting Room
- Yacht Club Staterooms
- Commodore Suite
A Gastronomical Experience
Experience what wining & dining on your very own yacht would be like with our expert chefs and sommeliers. We are dedicated to offer the best experience possible for each of our guests, including excellent gourmet dishes and the finest wine selection at sea. Our multi-course menu is specially designed with elegant, light portions in mind so that an entire service may be enjoyed, from introductory first courses, to decadent desserts, to expertly paired wines. It’s a gastronomical experience that will have you indulging in every bite. Bon Appétit!
Specialty Options
Aside from the Raw Food Menu, SeaDream’s daily menus include vegetarian and gluten-free selections. Sugar-free options are always available on request. For other dietary needs, guests can consult with SeaDream at any time before the voyage to ensure that we fulfill your special needs.
Raw, Vegan & Organic
The only “raw food” or “living food” menu at sea, guests have the option of experiencing an array of dishes prepared only with raw, organic and vegan ingredients, none of which are heated above 118º F. The menu, created in conjunction with the Hippocrates Health Institute even includes dessert options, highlighting light yet indulgent selections. Explore Raw and Living Food onboard Seadream.
Topside Restaurant
Indulge in a Signature SeaDream experience with our gourmet 5-star dining, prepared à la minute and served al fresco at the Topside Restaurant.
Aside from the main menu, SeaDream offers an “Always Available”, à la carte SeaDream selection of favorite cuisine dishes. Dining experiences also include Welcome Aboard cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, daily Early Risers Coffee, Topside Restaurant lunch dining, poolside sandwiches, afternoon snacks, tea service and freshly baked Small-Batch Dream Cookies and pastries. SeaDream’s menus also incorporate gourmet coffees and herbal tea selections, which are available anytime upon request.
Dining Salon
Indulge in a Signature SeaDream experience with our gourmet 5-star dining in the elegant Dining Salon. Immerse yourself with delectable flavors with selections like a guest favorite- L’oeuf Poule Au Caviar “Surprise”, succulent lobster, filet mignon, and delectable desserts.
Desert Extravaganza
Healthy Corner and Raw & Living Menu
Raw & Living Menu
There is truly something for everyone on SeaDream, especially for those who a prefer a healthier side of living. SeaDream owners saw the incredible health benefits of a raw, organic and vegan diet. They incorporated a “Raw Food” menu option for guests to enjoy in a delicious and gourmet way. “Raw” refers to a style of food preparations in which all ingredients are raw, organic and vegan. To retain all the healthy micronutrients, nothing is heated above 118º F. Inspired by The Hippocrates Health Institute, SeaDream’s expert chefs created this special menu of delicious, gourmet raw food dishes. Indulge guilt-free with a variety of options such as Asian style Cashew Curry Salad, Vegetable Lasagna and even desserts including Raw Avocado Key Lime Pie.
Create your own healthy dish with our healthy corner. It’s all about choices. Customize your lunch with the following, healthy and organic selections: Alfalfa Sprouts • Fresh Vegetable Crudities • Rocket Lettuce • Lemon Wedges • Raw Capsicum • Raw Broccoli • Raw Cauliflower • Raw Red Radish • Raw Carrot Julienne • Raw Mushroom Slices • Lightly blanched Asparagus • Roasted Pignolias • Roasted pecan Nuts • Roasted Sesame Seeds • Sundried Tomato Tapenade • Black Olive Tapenade • Green Olive Tapenade • Artichoke Tapenade • Organic Olive Oil • Organic Sesame Oil • Braggs Aminos • Tamari
SeaDream Tea Menu
We welcome guests with the “SeaDream treatment” from the moment they come aboard. The yachting experience begins with a warm welcome from the captain with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. The rest is up to you. Whether by day or night lounging on our signature Balinese Dream Beds, indulging in our Dream Cuisine, sipping a SeaDream cocktail at the back of the yacht, relaxing in the SeaDream Spa or being active with our Watersports Marina, this is your yacht, make it uniquely yours.
By Day
Be splendidly spoiled throughout the day. Signature SeaDream features include our Balinese Dream Beds for lounging at sea and the Watersports Marina Platform where you can enjoy water sports right off the back of the yacht. “Seas the Day” the SeaDream way.
By Night
Music and a lively social atmosphere fills the yacht by night. Enjoy your favourite after dinner cocktail and request a tune at the Piano Bar. Visit the Top of the Yacht Bar for breathtaking night views and mingle with new friends, or try your luck at the Casino on Deck 4. The night is waiting for you on SeaDream.
Wine & Spirits
Dream gourmet cuisine harmonized with rich and colorful wine flavors enhances the overall gourmet dining experience. Inclusive wine pairings are thoughtfully selected to please your gastronomic palate. An open bar with select brands is available throughout the day, with beverages served upon request anywhere on board, including the Top of the Yacht Bar, featuring 360° views of the surrounding landscapes and seascapes. The Pool Bar offers refreshing beverages throughout the day and the Main Salon is enjoyed by guests for pre-dinner cocktails. After dinner service, the Piano Bar and Casino is a favorite locale for a nightcap.
Starlit Movies™
The pool deck becomes your cinema under the open night sky. Get comfortable in a reclining lounge chair and watch a concert or movie on the outdoor big screen. Your port of call becomes your grand backdrop. Pillows, blankets, fresh popcorn and bar service make this a movie experience like no other.
Balinese Dream Beds
Take time to watch the world go by on SeaDream’s Signature Balinese Dream Beds. These specially designed beds are the perfect place to catch the views, read a book and sip your favorite beverage. Select a cozy corner of the yacht and take that little catnap you have missed all year. Our comfortable outdoor platform beds are designed with afternoon naps and sunbathing in mind. These thick cushion beds, with throw pillows and individual reclining backs, are the perfect spot on the yacht to stretch out and enjoy unobstructed ocean views and cool sea breezes.
Our signature Balinese Dream beds may be transformed at night to sleep and gaze upon the stars. Curl up in luxurious comfort with plush belgian bed linens and admire the starry night sky on a clear night. The soothing sound of the sea and cozy setting make this a magical, unforgettable experience.
Casino, Piano Bar & Library
If you’re feeling lucky, begin your evening entertainment with a hand at the Blackjack table in the Casino on Deck 4. Just steps away, enjoy an after dinner drink at the Piano Bar, a relaxed and social lounge area where you enjoy listening to live guitar and piano music. Request your favorite tune and feel free to sing along. Or should you wish for something more quiet, take refuge in the Library. Enjoy a good read from our large selection of books or challenge a fellow yachtsman in a selection of board games. Computer and printer are also available.
Concierge & Boutique
Our Concierge and Shop Manager are here to assist.
Top of the Yacht Bar
Whether you are the first one to greet the day at the Early Risers Coffee or you enjoy a fine cigar and cognac after dinner, the Top of the Yacht Bar is the social heart of the yacht. Take in the sea breeze and 360° views. Before the sunrise, make your way to the Top of the Yacht Bar to greet the day at the Early Risers Coffee. Throughout the day, you may enjoy your favorite drink or request a special SeaDream cocktail from our expert bartenders. They are perhaps the most loved crew members on board. For those meals in between, order a light bite off the Insuite & Ondeck menu. Gourmet cheese platter anyone?
As day turns to night, enjoy the picturesque sunsets at the Top of the Yacht Bar. The night sky transforms the deck to a memorable night with accompanying music and a social atmosphere. Mingle with friends you meet on board for a night of cocktails, live guitar music, dancing and 360º views of the twinkling stars.
Pool Bar
Where cocktails, iced teas & finger foods abound.
Sun Deck & Sun Beds
Lounge with breathtaking panoramic views.