Date Night with Uniworld

The date night concept is universal. It’s the opportunity to break away from your daily routine and responsibilities to have a good time enjoying a social activity.

In the Uniworld universe, Nights Out range from a Swiss brewery visit and beer tasting to a private Mozart and Strauss concert to an after-hours visit of Saint Mark’s Basilica.

To me, the most incredible and unique excursion in the Uniworld collection is a visit to the Bassins de Lumières during the Brilliant Bordeaux sailing.

It’s an immersive light experience on a monumental scale. Staged at a former submarine base built in WWII, you instantly know you’ll be forever changed by this exhibit due to the building’s massive scale. This base was a strategic location for the German occupying forces and was built in the record time of 19 months.

Fast forward decades. What do you do with a building that has a deeply troubled past and is unable to be demolished because of the exorbitant expense to do so? Showcase art.

Artists saw its potential as they were fascinated by its atmosphere. Bassins de Lumières encompasses 4 wet docks and is the largest digital art center in the world. The digital exhibition is reflected on every surface including the water in the docks, which adds a new dimension to the visual experience.

You’re immersed in a digital exhibit that showcases major artists in the history of art and contemporary art. It will consume and fascinate you. Even if you’re not an art lover like I am, you’ll be entranced by the colors, shapes, and imagery dancing before your eyes.

When a venue with a tortured history is transformed into a beautiful space bringing iconic works of art to life, it’s not to be missed.

Note: The contents of this article are accurate as of the publication date. Uniworld itineraries and inclusions are subject to change at any time.