SeaDream Innovation

The cruise ship SeaDream Innovation was an ultra-luxury superyacht project developed for the SeaDream brand. The vessel was initially scheduled for launch in 2021 and was to be constructed by the shipbuilding company Damen Group at Damen Shipyards Mangalia (Mangalia, Romania). For the first time since 2001, SeaDream Yacht Club planned to expand its fleet with a newbuild vessel, introducing its new "Global Yachting" vacation concept. With a length overall (LOA) of 155 m (509 ft), the design included 5-star hotel amenities, gourmet dining, large open-deck spaces (totaling 3500 m2 / 37680 ft2), spacious premium staterooms, top-level service, and unique itineraries worldwide, including polar regions.

On December 2, 2019, SeaDream Yacht Club and Damen Shipyards Group announced the termination of the "SeaDream Innovation" project. SeaDream instead announced plans to purchase a second-hand vessel in 2020.

History - construction and ownership

The 220-passenger SeaDream Innovation was designed to be very different from fleetmates SeaDream 1 and SeaDream 2. Besides the larger passenger capacity, the vessel was planned with larger public spaces and venues featuring modern design, stylish furniture, and abundant floral arrangements.

Decks and Cabins

The SeaDream Innovation ship was planned with a total of 110 staterooms (all outside and in Suite categories) and a maximum passenger capacity of 220. The superyacht was designed to provide an all-inclusive cruise experience with a 1-to-1 passenger-to-crew ratio. Standard cabin amenities (offered in each stateroom) included a king-size double bed with bedside cabinets, a large en-suite bathroom with marble countertops, hot tub, WC, single-sink vanity, under-sink storage, magnifying mirror, massage shower, Bulgari bath amenities, and plush cotton bathrobes. The cabin's living area featured an infotainment center with smart UHDTV (satellite reception, on-demand movies), CD/DVD player, Internet outlets, iPod docking station, personalized stationery, a three-seat sofa with low table, mirrored vanity table with chair, coffee table with armchairs, large wardrobe, electronic safe box (in the closet), and large mirrors. Refrigerators and minibars were to be fully stocked with complimentary soft drinks, beer, and bottled water.

Cabin balconies were to be furnished with two deckchairs and one table. Higher-category suites additionally featured a separate bedroom with walk-in closet, a bathroom with double-sink vanity and whirlpool tub, a four-seat dining table, and larger balconies equipped with sun loungers and daybeds.

The vessel was designed with 9 decks, of which 5 were passenger-accessible and 4 contained cabins.

Shipboard facilities and amenities

A distinctive feature of SeaDream cruises in warm destinations is the beach barbecue "caviar in the surf". Another benefit is the onboard drinks policy, where all beverages except connoisseur wines and premium brands are complimentary. All meals in the Dining Room follow an open-seating concept at all times. Breakfast typically includes a small buffet selection of fruits, bread, cereals, and yogurt, while hot dishes are ordered from a menu.

SeaDream guests enjoy entertaining themselves. Entertainment options include an intimate Piano Bar, Top of the Yacht Bar, Casino, Boutique, Promenade, Spa, Gym, Beauty Salon, Library, Golf Simulator, Main Lounge with light music and first-run movies, an outdoor swimming pool (aft-deck location), whirlpool, and a wide selection of in-stateroom CDs and DVDs. Passengers may also borrow iPods preloaded with various types of music at no charge.

SeaDream Innovation's design included three marinas that could operate simultaneously (watersports launch platforms providing uninterrupted access to Zodiacs, kayaks, and sailboats), an in-ocean swimming pool, a helideck with one helicopter (used for private tours), one seaplane, outdoor dining venues, and a "sleeping under the stars" experience. The watersports marina allowed passengers to snorkel and sail directly from the stern (aft). Complimentary water toys included snorkeling gear, sea kayaks, Hobie Cat sailboats, banana boats, and Jet Skis. The vessel was also planned to provide complimentary mountain bikes for shore excursions.

Itineraries

SeaDream Innovation's itinerary program was scheduled to start on September 18, 2021 (inaugural cruise). The cruise ship was planned to operate itineraries visiting all seven continents, with over 200 call ports in 49 countries. Passengers would have the opportunity to explore the world's most remote destinations in ultimate luxury, including Svalbard Islands and Norway's fjords, Antarctica, the Northwest Passage route, Australia and New Zealand, the Great Barrier Reef, Oceania, East Asia, and Alaska.

During the inaugural season, SeaDream Innovation was scheduled to visit all continents, with over 200 ports in 49 countries. Season highlights included:

• 2021 (September 18 - November 27) 70-day Maiden Voyage (Transatlantic, South America, and Antarctica) from London to Ushuaia
• 2021-2022 (departures between December 2021 - February 2022) Antarctica
• 2022 (February 8 - May 7) Pole to Pole voyage from Ushuaia to Longyearbyen
• 2022 (various departures between April - July) Svalbard Norway
• 2022 (October 2-14) Highlights of Southeast Asia from Hong Kong to Bangkok
• 2022-2023 (December 18, 2022 - January 2, 2023) New Zealand and Tasmania from Christchurch NZ to Sydney NSW.

Bookings for the general public opened on April 17, 2019.