SILVERSEA CLOSES THE TOUR OF THE VENETIAN SOCIETY REUNION 2026 WITH SHOW-STOPPING FINALE | News
Silversea, the leading brand for experiential luxury and expedition travel, has completed the Venetian Society Reunion Voyage 2026 aboard Silver Shadow. From June 19 to July 1, new guests and Venetian Society members – those enrolled in Silversea’s loyalty program – traveled to 10 ports in France, Italy and Malta on a round-trip voyage from Nice, organized by Silversea President Bert Hernandez and other brand executives. The itinerary, selected by members of the Venetian Society, featured exclusive touches arranged especially for this sailing, from commemorative gifts reflecting the destinations visited, to themed culinary experiences and extensive entertainment. Guests celebrated the end of the journey with a spectacular grand finale, with a farewell fireworks display lighting up the night sky in Portofino, Italy on June 30.
“Silversea’s Venetian Society Reunion Voyages are built around the guests who know us best,” said Bert Hernandez, president of Silversea. “These reunions provide a moment to deeply connect with our most loyal and experienced travelers, and I value that time – not only to celebrate the Silversea experience, but to listen, exchange and continually improve. This trip delivered an itinerary of their own choosing, with unique moments and every detail designed to exceed expectations – from a private evening on the Amalfi Coast to an intimate olive oil tasting at a historic estate near Gaeta. That depth of access, experienced during a trip in the company of like-minded travelers ensures that our guests return again and again.”
EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCES ON SHORE AND AT SEA
Silver Shadow departed Nice on June 19 before making an overnight stop in Livorno, providing a rare opportunity to venture deep into the Tuscan countryside. From there the journey continued to Porto Santo Stefano, Civitavecchia (Rome), Valletta on Malta, Giardini Naxos under the heights of Taormina, Salerno and Portofino. The route came to life through a series of exclusive events and experiences, including:
· A Private Wine Experience in Tuscany (Porto Santo Stefano, Italy): Guests took part in a shore experience hosted by President Bert Hernandez in Porto Santo Stefano and traveled to Tenuta Ammiraglia, the Tuscan coastal estate of the Frescobaldi family. The estate was part of one of Italy’s most historic noble wine dynasties, with more than 30 generations of wine heritage, and provided an exceptional backdrop for an exclusive tasting combined with lunch, set among vine-clad hills overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.
· An exclusive evening in Salerno (Salerno, Italy): Members of the Venetian Society were invited to Alla Scoperta di Ennio Morricone – an exclusive private concert held at Tenuta dei Normanni, a centuries-old estate nestled among centuries-old olive groves and Norman arches in the hills above Salerno. Guests were greeted with signature cocktails, Italian prosecco and traditional southern Italian specialities, before taking their seats in the estate’s open-air sandstone amphitheater. There, under the open night sky, the Ensemble Symphony Orchestra paid tribute to the timeless work of Oscar-winning composer Ennio Morricone.
· An Olive Oil Escape at Antica Masseria (Gaeta, Italy): A small group of guests participated in an intimate tasting at a historic masseria, discovering one of the region’s oldest agricultural traditions through a guided journey from grove to table, pairing local produce and the unhurried pace of the Italian countryside.
· A Farewell Party and Fireworks (Portofino, Italy): Guests gathered above the pool deck for an emphatic farewell as Silver Shadow’s singers and dancers took the stage for one final performance. The crew then descended to the pool deck and proudly represented their homeland, followed by a stunning fireworks display over the still waters of Portofino harbor – a farewell as memorable as the journey itself.
RAISED DINING ROOM AND NEW ENTERTAINMENT ON BOARD
Throughout the journey, each destination was brought to life through specially curated food and beverage experiences introduced for the Venetian Society Reunion. At La Terrazza, a newly launched dinner menu was complemented by themed lunch and breakfast activations that changed at each port – from a live Pasta Fantasy station in Livorno to a Maltese buffet with fresh fish and seafood in Valletta. On the sea day, guests enjoyed an extensive Silversea Brunch with seafood, meats, cheeses and a delicious dessert. Each evening, daily happy hours brought guests together over signature cocktails, fine caviar and handcrafted canapes.
The onboard entertainment featured a mix of returning talent and new Silversea artists, including vocal ensemble Tenors Unlimited and singer Kenny James. New daytime programming introduced Studio at Sea – a painting experience set to live music – and Puzzle Break’s Escape Room, which challenged guests to work together to solve a series of puzzles against the clock. Guests also enjoyed special editions of trivia and bingo hosted by President Bert Hernandez, with specially selected prizes for the winners.
SAILING IN 2027, WITH IMPROVED BENEFITS
Silversea has confirmed the Venetian Society Reunion Voyage 2027 on board Silver Dawn, a 12-day sailing voyage from Copenhagen to Southampton, departing on September 3, 2027, with the itinerary selected by members of the Venetian Society. The announcement is accompanied by a revamped loyalty program – the most rewarding in luxury cruising – that introduces new earning structures and enhanced benefits at every level.
Find out more about Silversea’s Venetian Society Reunion Voyages at silversea.com/venetian-society-reunions.html
