Arriving at the Kumbahçe Pier early in the morning, the 212-meter-long vessel set sail from Istanbul and reached Bodrum. Flying the Bahamian flag, Silver Spirit arrived in Bodrum with 475 passengers, predominantly from the USA and the UK, along with 410 crew members.
Tourists disembarking from the cruise ship were greeted by Bodrum District Governor Mustafa Çit and Bodrum Mayor Tamer Mandalinci. The tourists had the opportunity to explore the city's beauties, shopping in Bodrum Market and visiting the district's historical sites. The Silver Spirit departed for Rhodes at 23:00 on April 7th, leaving Bodrum behind.
This year, Bodrum is expected to receive a total of 97 cruise ships and host over 100,000 foreign tourists. Additionally, ferry services planned to the islands of Kos and Rhodes are expected to serve around 130,000 passengers.
The "Silver Spirit" is a luxury cruise ship operated by Silversea Cruises, a line known for its ultra-luxury cruising experiences.
Silver Spirit sails on a variety of itineraries, including the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Asia, Africa, and transoceanic crossings, among others. The ship is designed to access smaller, more intimate ports, providing an up-close and personal experience of each destination.
Silversea Cruises prides itself on offering an all-inclusive luxury cruise experience, which typically includes butler service for every suite, gourmet dining, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and sometimes even inclusive shore excursions and WiFi.
