Silversea Cruises: The Epitomy of a Luxury Cruise Vacation

Launched in 1994, award-winning Silversea Cruises took the cruise industry by storm by providing all ocean-view suites on small and mid-size ships. Purpose-built for the luxury traveler, the Silversea cruise ships can slip into exotic ports off the beaten path. Silversea Cruise line also offers a program that enables guests to customize their cruise experience. More important is the refined service that comes with having one crew person for every 1.34 guests.

There are several categories of ocean-view suites, many with teak-deck verandas. Well-designed staterooms include sitting areas, spacious walk-in closets, sumptuous linens and choice of pillows, and plush bathrobes and slippers. An entertainment center with DVD player and remote-controlled TV with satellite reception is provided. Spacious Italian marble bathrooms include full-sized baths and European bath amenities. Twice daily turndown service, in-suite dining, complimentary movies and personalized stationary are available.

For guests in upper level suites, complimentary butler service and laundry service is provided.

There is no assigned dining time and no assigned tables. Dine when, where and with whom you wish. Plus, a formal course-by-course dinner can be served in your suite, as well as snacks and full breakfasts. Several dining venues include the main and Italian restaurants, a poolside grill, and a Wine Restaurant by Relais & Chateaux (small fee applies) that features superb vintages paired with regional fares.

Silversea Cruises features one of the best-stocked cellars at sea. Guest can savor the different wines, champagne and spirits, which are provided compliments of the ship. In addition to a series of culinary and wine theme cruises, and in conjunction with an exclusive partnership with Bon Appetit magazine, Silversea is also introducing the Bon Appetit Supper Club on select sailings, featuring a noted guest chef in residence. 

Luminaries from the world of food and wine, famous artists and celebrities, world affairs experts, renowned authors and destination specialists awaken the senses to a fuller cultural appreciation.

The Viking Cooking School program includes cooking demonstrations in a culinary theater with an induction stove, convection-microwave oven and a rear projection screen. Culinary courses, featuring the regional cuisines of places visited on the ship's itineraries, are presented by Viking chefs on select cruises.

Select voyages include a complimentary Silversea Experience, a shoreside event or an excursion exclusively arranged for guests.

Select Privileged Passage voyages will cater to a hipper crowd and do away with formal nights and receptions, extend the hours for the fitness center and spa, offer a selection of complimentary tours and include more casual-style entertainment featuring contemporary bands, jazz ensembles and shows by disc jockeys from around the world.

Each Silversea ship offers one of the more reasonable single fare supplements, starting at 25% above double occupancy fares. Onboard, a welcoming Champagne Reception is held exclusively for solo guests. Silversea Social Ambassadors onboard can serve as a dinner, dance or shore excursion companion.

World cruises and expedition cruises have become quite popular, as the number of choices have increased. Those who have taken a world cruise know how special these events are as cruise lines go all out to make this experience of a lifetime a most memorable occasion.

Silversea also offers adventurous explorers luxury expedition adventures on its Prince Albert II. Read more about Silversea expedition cruises.

Savings of up to 50% are available on select voyages. An early booking incentive of up to 30% applies when booking early. An additional 5% savings applies when paying in full six months or more in advance, or when combining two or more consecutive voyages. We invite you to contact our luxury cruise experts to arrange the best value on your Silversea voyage.

In 2008 Silversea branched out to embrace luxury expedition cruising on the 132-passenger 1A ice-rated vessel, HSH Prince Albert II. With a variety of itineraries from the Arctic to Antarctic, guests can now enjoy a new era in expedition-class cruising around the world with Silversea's signature all-inclusive amenities, including butler service.

Prince Albert II carries a maximum of 66 oceanview staterooms accommodating up to 132 guests. The vessel boasts the largest average size accommodations of any expedition cruise ship, with private marble bathrooms with bathtubs. The Prince Albert II will feature single-seating dining, a library, with computers and internet access, boutique, beauty salon, fitness center, full-service spa and two Jacuzzi pools. Contact our luxury cruise experts for details!

You can reference consumer reviews of the following Silversea ships (or post your own review): Silver Cloud, Silver Whisper, Silver Wind.