Silversea, the luxury cruise line owned by Royal Caribbean Group, has shared its plans for its 2025 Venetian Society Reunion voyage.
"For the first time, Venetian Society members were invited to vote for their preferred itinerary," the cruise line said on its website. "The experiential luxury and expedition cruise travel brand will reconvene its extended family of guests on board Silver Spirit from October 17 to October 29, 2025, welcoming both Venetian Society members and first-time guests between Fusina (Venice) and Athens (Piraeus)."
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Silversea President Bret Hernandez will host the cruise.
The cruise line sees its Venetian Society Reunion cruises as an opportunity for past guests to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
"Throughout the sailing, guests enjoy special onboard events and receptions, enriched entertainment, and curated shore excursions," the cruise line wrote. "In addition, Venetian Society members can attend an exclusive signature event ashore, which, curated by Silversea’s destination experts, provides unique insight into the local culture, customs, and history of a destination; a 5% saving on the cruise fare; and commemorative gifts, among other enrichments."
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Silversea let its passengers pick the ports
Hernandez shared his excitement over sailing on a trip that was selected by the cruise line's loyalty program members.
"Our reunion voyages provide important opportunities to reunite our Venetian Society members each year, enabling our executive teams — both shoreside and shipboard — to meet with our valued guests and celebrate their loyalty," he said. "In 2025, we will visit some of the most iconic destinations in the Mediterranean, including Venice, Dubrovnik, Santorini, and Rhodes — traveling in the shoulder season for an authentic experience, as we connect with locals."
Departing from the new cruise terminal in Fusina (Venice), this sailing will visit many of the Mediterranean’s most iconic destinations:
- Guests traveling on board Silver Spirit will first discover Trieste near the Slovenian border, where they will have the opportunity to explore Piazza Unità d'Italia, one of Italy’s most spectacular town squares, and marvel at some of the country’s most striking architecture.
- In Croatia’s Medieval capital, Dubrovnik, guests will delve into the Old City, a Unesco World Heritage Site; admire fine Renaissance paintings at the Dominican Monastery; and take in the historic beauty of the Rector's Palace, Maritime Museum, Church of Saint Blaise, and Onofrio's Fountain.
- A scenic drive and an old town walking tour will unlock the charm of Italy’s Bari, while excursions to the cathedral-like marine caves of Polignano a Mare and the Unesco-listed Sassi di Matera showcase the region’s impressive natural beauty and fascinating cultural history.
- An immersion into the Greek islands will combine both iconic and off-the-beaten-path highlights in Corfu, Katakolon (Olympia), Monemvasia (Laconia), Souda Bay (Crete), Santorini with its whitewashed houses carved into rugged clifftops, and the Medieval City of Rhodes.
The cruise will finish in Athens (Piraeus) on Oct. 29, 2025.
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There's still room on the 2024 Venetian Society cruise
If you can't wait until 2025, the 2024 Venetian Society Reunion cruise is right around the corner.
"Silversea’s 2024 Venetian Society Reunion voyage, which will see guests sail from Tokyo to Singapore on board the new Silver Nova – between October 15 and October 31, 2024," the cruise line said.
This year’s edition will be Hernandez’s first Venetian Society Reunion voyage as president of Silversea. It also marks the first time a Nova-Class ship has hosted the sailing.
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"Three overnight calls – in Incheon (Seoul), Hong Kong, and Ho Chi Minh City – will enable guests to travel deeper into some of Asia’s most iconic cities," according to Silversea.
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