Seabourn Conversations: Meet the Experts
Seabourn Conversations®, our award-winning signature onboard enrichment program, enhances each voyage as an extension of the highly curated, personalized itineraries and experiences that define life on board. Designed to bring guests closer to the people, ideas and stories that shape the world, it ensures that time at sea is as engaging as time ashore. Through live events, Q&As and hands-on sessions, it adds depth and meaning to your voyage.
We invite you to meet best-selling author Ann Cleeves and acclaimed portrait photographer Hugo Burnand on two of our thoughtfully curated sailings.
Ann Cleeves
Ann Cleeves
7-Day Scotland & Iceland’s North Coast | Seabourn Ovation | May 30, 2026
Ann Cleeves OBE is a mystery crime writer and author of 37 critically acclaimed novels, an international bestseller translated into more than 20 languages. In 2017, she was awarded the CWA Diamond Dagger, the highest accolade in crime writing. She is the creator of popular detectives Vera Stanhope, Jimmy Perez and Matthew Venn, brought to life on television in ITV’s Vera, BBC One’s Shetland and ITV’s The Long Call.
She joins Seabourn Ovation on a 7-day voyage from Dover to Reykjavik. The itinerary travels from Scotland to Iceland’s north coast, where dramatic landscapes and remote communities create a strong sense of place throughout the journey.
During the voyage, Ann will share insights into her books, characters and creative process, and host interactive experiences for guests, including:
- Crime Writing Workshops – Hands-on sessions where aspiring authors can craft their own mystery
- The Glass Room Murder Mystery – A live, interactive whodunit where guests work together to uncover the culprit
Hugo Burnand
Hugo Burnand
12-Day South Pacific Explorer | Seabourn Quest | Feb 9, 2027
Discover the heart of the South Pacific and share the voyage with Hugo Burnand, a world-renowned portrait photographer known for capturing some of the world’s most recognizable figures and occasions. He has photographed luminaries such as Queen Elizabeth II, Bill Clinton, Victoria Beckham and Michael Jackson, and is also celebrated for documenting society weddings and high-profile events. He is now the first ever official royal portrait photographer for the British Royal Family. His presence on board offers a fascinating look at the people, stories, and moments behind his work.
The 12-day voyage features calls in Bora Bora, Aitutaki and Nuku‘alofa, along with a maiden call to Whangārei, New Zealand. From French Polynesia’s iconic lagoons to Tonga’s vibrant culture and New Zealand’s coastal charm, the itinerary offers a richly varied look at the region.
Curious minds, inspiring stories, and unforgettable moments await. Explore more upcoming voyages and featured speakers at Seabourn Conversations.
For more information about joining these sailings, contact a complimentary Seabourn
Personal Cruise Consultant,
your Travel Advisor or call Seabourn