MIAMI, April 14, 2008 -- In contrast with ever-larger vessels from the Contemporary and even Premium segments, luxury line Seabourn has declared its upcoming ships will stay small and exclusive at just 450 guests.

Seabourn Odyssey, which is due to be delivered June 2009, and the two other new vessels that Seabourn has on order will each carry just 450 guests at double occupancy. This is in contrast with other ultra luxury ships that are being designed for up to 750 guests, and NCL's upcoming F3, which will hold 6,400.

"I think there is a line between a small-ship and a large-ship experience," said Seabourn president & CEO Pamela C. Conover. "We choose not to cross that line," she continued, "because we are committed to providing the sort of individualized experience that is the reason Seabourn guests choose to travel with us. We are building for a particular sort of very discerning traveler who understands the equation between intimacy and luxury."

The new ships, Seabourn Odyssey and her un-named sisters-to-be, will provide among the highest ratios of space per guest in the industry, and they will take advantage of that space to lay on amenities such as an expansive 11,500-square foot indoor/outdoor spa, spread over two decks, that will be the largest on any luxury ship. Ninety percent of the ship's guest accommodations will have private verandas, and the ships will feature four alternative dining venues, again unheard of for ships of this size. But for all their spaciousness, the new Seabourn yachts are designed to engender the relaxed, sociable lifestyle that characterizes life aboard their smaller sisters. Lounges are scaled for informal gathering and conversation, which are also encouraged by Seabourn's all-inclusive fares, which provide complimentary service of beverages including wines and spirits throughout the cruise. Their intimate size will allow them to call at ports and harbors where larger ships cannot follow, giving Seabourn's privileged guests access to the sort of authentic experiences they seek when they travel.

Seabourn Odyssey will begin her maiden season sailing in the Eastern Mediterranean and Black Seas, visiting marquee ports such as Venice, Dubrovnik, Istanbul and Yalta, as well as newly-discovered gems including Batumi, Georgia; Sochi, Russia and the Greek Isles of Khyos and Symi. Like her smaller sisters, Odyssey will take advantage of secluded anchorages in Triluke Bay on Croatia's Dalmatian coast and the Greek island of Amorgos to deploy its signature water sports marina, offering guests the pleasure of a day spent enjoying the Seabourn yachting lifestyle in the warm, clear waters, right from their own luxurious craft.

With Early Booking Savings of up to 35%, fares for Seabourn Odyssey voyages start from $4,002 per person, based on double occupancy. Other Seabourn yacht vacations start from $2,398 per person, double.

Seabourn describes itself as follows: "The Yachts of Seabourn provide the ultimate in ultra luxury cruise vacations to the most desirable destinations on earth. Seabourn is a proud member of World's Leading Cruise Lines. Our exclusive alliance also includes Aida Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Ocean Village, P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line and Costa Cruises. Sharing a passion to please each guest, and a commitment to quality and value, our member lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. Together we offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world's most desirable destinations. The Yachts of Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL and NYSE: CUK), and supports the Ocean Conservation & Tourism Alliance, dedicated to education and promotion of best practices for protecting the marine environment."