This Heritage Month, Cruise Vacations is proud to unveil the Close to Home Collection, a curated portfolio of extraordinary voyages that brings some of the world’s most remarkable cruise experiences within easier reach of South African travellers. From voyages sailing to and from Cape Town to the idyllic islands of the Indian Ocean, the collection celebrates the exceptional cruising opportunities available closer to our shores.
Bringing together luxury sailings from Silversea, Swan Hellenic and Emerald Yachts, the collection offers immersive itineraries for travellers who value a slower pace, deeper exploration and meaningful experiences. Whether embarking from Cape Town on an expedition towards Antarctica, exploring the pristine islands of the Seychelles, or joining a world voyage that places South Africa firmly on the map, the Close to Home Collection proves that extraordinary journeys don’t always have to begin a world away.
“Heritage Month is about honouring where we come from,” says Gaynor Neill, Owner of Cruise Vacations. “This collection showcases South Africa not only as a destination worth celebrating, but as a launchpad to some of the most remarkable journeys on earth. Cape Town is the natural anchor, sometimes the beginning, sometimes the finale and often the point where one adventure seamlessly flows into the next.”
Among the highlights:
Silversea’s Three Oceans World Cruise – A 149-night global odyssey, with its South African chapter connecting Mahé to Cape Town and Cape Town to Dakar, firmly positioning the Mother City on the world cruising map.
· Silver Muse | 20-Night Voyage from Lisbon to Cape Town, followed by a 22-Night Sailing from Cape Town to Mumbai.
Swan Hellenic’s Antarctic Expeditions – Awe-inspiring voyages linking South Africa to one of the planet’s most remote and breathtaking regions.
Emerald Cruises’ Boutique Yacht Voyages – Eight-day round-trip itineraries in the Seychelles aboard the newly launched Emerald Kaia, offering intimate luxury across the Indian Ocean’s pristine islands.
The Close to Home Collection invites travellers to rediscover the joy of journeys that begin right here, at home.
