FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 31 -- In the spirit of discovery,
Silversea Cruises has invited "National Geographic Traveler" aboard its two
luxury vessels, Silver Cloud and Silver Wind, creating an enrichment program
designed to enhance guests' knowledge of geography, culture, oceanography,
photography and nature.

Guests on selected Silversea cruises will enjoy lectures from noted National
Geographic Society photographers and journalists and shore excursions hosted
by experts who have traveled the globe while "on assignment" for National
Geographic publications". A special library on each ship will feature
"National Geographic" magazines, CD-ROMs, maps, atlases, videos and travel
reference materials for guests to peruse as Silversea cruises the world's
oceans and waterways.

"The National Geographic Society has explored every corner of the globe. We
are tremendously excited to present our guests with an opportunity to travel
with renowned photographers and journalists," said Silversea President William
L. Smith. "By combining enlightening lectures and specially designed tours,
our guests will go behind the scenes and explore cultural experiences that few
travelers ever enjoy."

"National Geographic Traveler" and Silversea share a commitment to quality
and a strong spirit of discovery. Robert Sims, Senior Vice President of the
National Geographic Society, explains, "Educational outreach is a significant
part of the Society's century-old mission to increase and diffuse geographic
knowledge. This venture is an innovative way for us to inspire people to see
the world and learn how to be good stewards of the earth at the same time."

Another important element of the program puts Silversea and "National
Geographic Traveler" together with important destination partners who will
assist in creating unique Silversea Experiences(R) around the globe. This is
especially exciting as 1997 sees Silversea expanding its international
repertoire of itineraries with cruises to new destinations including South
Africa and the South Pacific.

The exclusive series of cruises debuts with Silver Cloud's October 30, 1996
New York to Nassau "Colonial Coast" cruise featuring award-winning National
Geographic Society photographer Sam Abell. Part visionary, part skilled
technician, part bold adventurer, Abell has earned international acclaim as
one of the Society's premier photographers since 1970. The program continues
into 1997 and 1998 with a selection of voyages representative of Silversea's
worldwide destinations. Each itinerary will feature a Society photographer or
journalist intimately familiar with the area.

Aboard Silver Wind:

* Singapore to Bombay, 14 days, May 9 - 23, 1997 (The Far East & India)

* Istanbul to Athens, 10 days, Sept. 30 - Oct. 11, 1997

(The Mediterranean)

* Haifa to Mombassa, 14 days, Oct. 28 - Nov. 11, 1997 (Africa)

* Sydney to Auckland, 16 days, Mar. 2 - 16, 1998 (The South Pacific)

Aboard Silver Cloud:

* London to St. Petersburg, 14 days, Aug. 1 - 15, 1997 (The Baltic)

* London to Edinburgh, 12 days, Aug. 27 - Sept. 8, 1997

(The British Isles)

* Montreal to New York, 10 days, Sept. 22 - Oct. 2, 1997

(Canada/New England)

* New York to Barbados, 9 days, Oct. 21 - 30, 1997 (Caribbean)

* Buenos Aires to Valparaiso, 18 days, Nov. 15 - Dec. 3, 1997

(South America)

At 16,800-grt, the all-suite Silver Cloud and sister ship Silver Wind carry
just 296 guests in true splendor, The ships, unique size enables them to
navigate some of the world's more exclusive and intimate waterways, and their
spacious suites -- 75 percent featuring private verandas -- offer spectacular
views of the world's most treasured destinations.

Silversea's all-inclusive value-priced fares feature: round-trip air
transportation; deluxe pre-cruise hotel accommodations; all beverages,
including select wines and spirits from around the world; all gratuities; all
port charges; all transfers and porterage; and on selected sailings, the
Silversea Experience(R), a special shore tour designed to give guests a deeper
understanding of the places they'll visit.

"National Geographic Traveler" magazine was founded in 1984 at the request
of Society members who wanted practical information about exploring the many
places covered in "National Geographic" magazine.

For more information on Silversea Cruises, please consult your travel
professional. To order a Silversea brochure, please dial 800-722-9055.