Sea Cloud Cruises (fleet) marked a significant milestone with the inaugural visit of Sea Cloud Spirit схип at Nassau Cruise Port.
Mirell Reyes (the company's President), along with Bahamian officials and leaders from the tourism industry, including Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper, participated in a ceremonial plaque exchange. Currently on an immersive Bahamas sailing roundtrip from Nassau from March 4 to 12, Sea Cloud Spirit is set to explore boutique ports such as the Exumas and Eleuthera. Notable guest lecturer Les Standiford (attendingfthe current voyage) provided insights into a special 2025 journey focused on his passions for Florida, Brightline, and The Bahamas.
Sea Cloud Cruises will introduce a new itinerary in 2025 The Miami roundtrip (March 27 to April 4) itinerary includes a pre-cruise hotel stay at The Breakers Palm Beach (Palm Beach Florida) and a Brightline PREMIUM transfer option, inspired by Standiford's books. "The Last Train to Paradise" delves into the history of Henry Flagler and the Florida East Coast Railway, while "Palm Beach, Mar-a-Lago, and the Rise of America's Xanadu" explores the unique island's history, linked to original Sea Cloud owners E.F. Hutton and Marjorie Merriweather Post. Standiford will share anecdotes about Flagler and Merriweather Post during stops in Miami, Eleuthera, the Exumas, Key West, and multiple days of sailing.
Brightline, featured in Standiford's "The Last Train to Paradise," is a new train system along the Florida East Coast Railway corridor, offering seamless travel between Central and South Florida. Guests opting for the pre-cruise stay at The Breakers can enjoy PREMIUM service to Brightline MiamiCentral and PortMiami for boarding Sea Cloud Spirit.
Les Standiford, a distinguished author and professor, adds depth to the Sea Cloud Cruises experience with his expertise. On Sea Cloud's yachts, the sails are still raised manually, a meticulous process that takes nearly an hour. Each voyage includes at least one day under full sail, showcasing the timeless allure of Sea Cloud Cruises' traditional sailing experience.