‘Seabourn Encore’ Ship Makes Inaugural Visit
The Seabourn Encore made its inaugural call to Bermuda on November 28, carrying 535 passengers.
A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda proudly welcomed the Seabourn Encore on its inaugural call on Friday, 28 November.
“Owen Darrell, Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, led a small delegation on board the vessel to greet Captain Andrew Pedder and the officers to welcome the ship to Bermuda officially.
Minister Darrell and Captain Andrew Pedder:
“During the visit, Minister Darrell and the Captain exchanged the traditional inaugural-call plaque commemorating the occasion. Minister Darrell recognised that Seabourn Cruises has made many visits over the years and expressed optimism that the line will make future visits to Hamilton.
“Originally scheduled to berth in Hamilton, Seabourn Encore adjusted her itinerary due to forecasted high winds and safely docked at the Royal Naval Dockyard. The vessel arrived at 10:00 a.m. from her previous port of call, Lisbon, carrying 535 passengers and then continued her voyage to Miami, Florida. The Seabourn Encore remained in port for two days, allowing guests the opportunity to explore Bermuda.
David Simmons, Harbour Master; Mario Thompson, Chief Pilot Warden; Joe Simas, Vice President, Meyer Agencies; Officer, Seabourn Encore; The Hon. Minister Owen K. Darrell JP, MP ; Captain Andrew Pedder; Neville Tyrelle, Chairman BLMC Host Port; Tabia Butterfield, Facilities Manager, BLMC; Stacey Evans, Ministry of Transport:
“Also participating in the ceremony was Mr Neville Tyrrell, Chairman of the Bermuda Land Management Corporation [BLMC], who presented a plaque on behalf of the Port of Dockyard.
