We had three weeks on the Spirit which was over Christmas and New Year. Could not fault the service from the staff. The food was very good with plenty of choice.
There were a few problems with water egress on our deck but this was quickly dealt with. Christmas Day was lovely although no Christmas Dinner to speak of that was the evening before, but the brunch they put on was excellent.
The entertainment in the evening was a bit lack luster and the DJ I can only describe as being poor. All he did was put tracks on and disappeared.
The entertainment in the theatre was a bit hit and miss and felt they could have brought more acts on.
Some ports of call where closed because it was holiday season or a Sunday, but that didn't bother us.
Overall an excellent cruise with only a few minor issues would certainly recommend.
This was my first cruise with Silversea and I really enjoyed the smaller ship experience compared to the larger cruise ships. Booked primarily because of the itinerary rather than the company but I’m now converted to smaller ships. Embarking and disembarking at start and end was easy and relatively quick even with the Covid testing that was still in place when we cruised and the ship docked close or even in the centre of the destinations meaning it was so easy to get around yourself if you wanted to. There were included tours in every port and optional paid ones as well. Crew could not be faulted, always cheerful and ready to help and the entertainment was of a very good standard although obviously not as “big show spectacular” as larger ships but I preferred this. Food was very good to excellent and the SALT kitchen cooking classes were fun to do.
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Marvellous way to see both countries. Terrific local experiences. Lovely people.
Cruise ship exemplary in all standards of presentation.
Thoroughly enjoyed our first time with Seabourn
Excellent cruise from start to finish. Every member of staff treated me incredibly well and with compassion and humour as appropriate. I am partially disabled but I was treated with respect.
The food was superb and the head chef catered to my various intolerances and special requests with grace. Nothing was too much trouble. The excursions were all zodiac based and the gangway staff were fantastic helping me on and off the ship every day despite my laughter, screaming and even crying on one occasion. The expedition staff were phenomenal. My cabin lady was by far the best I have ever had and we are going to be life long friends. My butler was also very professional and very kind to me.
I would recommend Silverseas to anyone who can afford it!
We always book the Owners suite so the level of accommodation is superb and once again didnt disappoint . The excursion in Bordeaux was overpriced and a big let down but overall another enjoyable cruise with Oceania.




