Seven Seas Mariner

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/seven-seas-mariner

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the inaugural year?2001
2. What is the design distinction?First all-suite, all-balcony ship globally
3. What makes the Seven Seas Mariner special compared to other cruise ships?It was the first ship to have every room as a suite with its own balcony, and it also has a kitchen run by the famous Le Cordon Bleu of Paris.
4. Why did the Seven Seas Mariner get called "Ship of the Year" in 2002?Its new all-suite, all-balcony design and top‑class dining earned it the award from Ocean and Cruise News.

Circumnavigation: The act of sailing or traveling completely around the world or a large body of water.
Haute Cuisine: An elaborate and refined style of cooking that emphasizes high-quality ingredients and skillful preparation.
Maritime Rescue: The act of saving lives or property at sea during emergencies or distress situations.
Gourmet Dining: Food prepared with high-quality ingredients and sophisticated cooking techniques, often served in an elegant setting.