Silversea Cruises Lifestyle:

The Silversea cruise ships are small, ultra-luxury, elegant and sophisticated. However, the atmosphere is relaxed and congenial and the staff really seem to love their jobs. The all-inclusive nature, personalized service, and luxurious surroundings are so low-key that it often seems you are sailing on your own personal voyage (with a few hundred friends).

Silversea Cruises Cruise Ships:

Silversea has eight cruise ships:

• Silver Cloud - 296 passengers - built in 1994 and significantly renovated in 2009
• Silver Wind - 298 passengers - built in 1994 and significantly renovated in late 2008
• Silver Shadow - 382 passengers - built in 2000
• Silver Whisper - 382 passengers - built in 2001
• Silver Spirit - 540 passengers - built in 2009
• Silver Explorer - Expedition ship with 132 passengers - built in 1989 and refurbished in 2011
• Silver Galapagos - Expedition ship with 100 passengers - acquired and significantly updated in 2013
• Silver Discoverer - Expedition ship with 120 passengers - acquired and significantly refurbished in 2014

Silversea Cruises Passenger Profile :

Silversea passengers are from around the world, with about half from the United States, one fourth from other English-speaking countries, and one fourth from elsewhere. Most passengers are well-traveled, interesting, and outgoing, and many are repeat Silversea cruisers. Although many passengers are over 50, there always seems to be a few young professionals on board.

Silversea Cruises Accommodations and Cabins:

All of the impeccably maintained cabins on the Silversea cruise ships are suites with walk-in closets, refrigerators, and spacious marble baths with tub and shower. Most of the suites have balconies. The linens are marvelous and include a terry robe and slippers to wear onboard. Each suite has a sofa, table, and 2 chairs, and 24-hour room service is available for dining in-suite.

• Cabins on the Silversea Silver Shadow
• Cabins on the Silversea Silver Whisper
• Cabins on the Silversea Silver Cloud
• Cabins on the Silversea Silver Wind
• Cabins on the Silver Spirit
• Cabins on the Silver Discoverer

Silversea Cruises Cuisine and Dining:

Every dining experience on a Silversea cruise ship is a memorable one. The ships have one main Restaurant and two alternative dining venues. Since the ships are small (less than 400 passengers), the Restaurant often feels like an elegant, yet comfortable club. The open seating dining, varied menus, and excellent wines included in the meals give the sensation of a private dinner party.

• Dining on the Silversea Silver Shadow
• Dining on the Silversea Silver Whisper
• Dining on the Silversea Silver Cloud
• Dining on the Silver Wind
• Dining on the Silver Spirit
• Dining on the Silver Discoverer

Silversea Cruises Onboard Activities and Entertainment :

The small Silversea ships have many of the same activities as the mega-ships such as computer classes, afternoon tea, wine tastings, and bridge instructors. The ships often have excellent expert speakers onboard. Evenings are low-key compared to larger ships, with one show each evening in the main lounge featuring either the six-member show troupe or a guest soloist or musician. The small orchestra plays after dinner dance music in one of the bars and a pianist or duo performs in the other.

• Silver Discoverer Expedition Ship Onboard Activities

Silversea Cruises Common Areas:

The decor on the Silversea Cruise ships is simple, elegant and tasteful. The colors are muted and perfect for a relaxing, luxurious cruise vacation. Passengers can often be found either socializing in the comfortable lounges or enjoying a good book on deck.

• Pictures of the Common Areas on the Silversea Silver Whisper
• Pictures from around the Silver Shadow
• Pictures from the Silver Cloud Common Areas
• Pictures of the Silver Wind Common Areas
• Pictures of the Silver Spirit Common Areas
• Silver Discoverer Common Areas

Silversea Cruises Spa, Gym, and Fitness :

Although the Silversea ships are small, they each have a fitness center and a swimming pool and hot tubs. Mandara operates the full service spas. The fitness center has machines and various exercise classes.

Spa on the Silversea Cruise Ships

More on Silversea Cruises :

Silversea Cruises was launched in the early 1990s by the previous owners of Sitmar Cruises--the Lefebvre family of Italy and the Vlasov Group of Monte Carlo. Many of the features on the ships are a tribute to the Italian heritage of the cruise line.

Silversea Cruises Contact information:

Silversea Cruises
110 East Broward Boulevard
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
Phone: 954-522-4477 or 800-722-9955
Fax: 954-522-4499
Website: http://www.silversea.com