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The amenities of a larger ship with the charm of a boutique hotel. Silversea’s Millennium Class ships Silver Whisper and sister ship Silver Shadow invite you to enjoy Silversea’s world-class accommodation, shipboard conviviality and warm, personal service. Revel in the pampering treatments of an expanded spa, enjoy dynamic full-scale productions in a multi-tiered show lounge and dine on delectable cuisine in her four superlative restaurants. Silver Whisper has it all.
As experienced Regent cruisers, this was our first cruise with Silversea, and having read all the negative reviews on the Silver Whisper on this website, we were a bit nervous. But we were very pleasantly surprised. The ship was in mint condition. Our suite was spacious enough, the bed was very comfortable, and we really liked the double sink in the bathroom. The staff was exceptionally nice, friendly, helpful and professional, and the officers were very personable, open and always around. We had the opportunity to attend 2 behind-the-scenes-tours (galley and bridge) and 2 Q&A sessions which were a real treat. We were also impressed with the perfect organization of the on- and off-boarding process and the tours. The dispatch of the tours was exceptionally smooth. The only mild disappointment was regarding food and wine which were fine but not exceptional and below our (maybe unrealistic) expectations, given Silversea's reputation
Overall this was a very enjoyable experience. Lovely accommodation, comfortable public areas (never overcrowded), very good food and service throughout--and a good selection of tours to choose from. I'd certainly recommend Silversea and the Silver Whisper. There were just a few things which struck me as strange. The butlers and their deputies were great, but have to dress in ridiculous heavy suits with tails--crazy in the very hot weather experienced on the cruise. Another very odd aspect of the uniform policy is that the ship's officers do not wear "whites" in such weather, and look out of place in their "Blues". And on the subject of officers, I realise this is company policy, but it is rather sad that they are virtually invisible and , (with the exception the oddly titled Hotel Director and Guest Relations Manager) have minimal interaction with passengers. The Captain was also a notable exception and would often mingle with guests and chat with them. Full marks to him. Finally , a couple of minor irritations--the pool area is comfortable but the taped music is a bit too loud and intrusive for my taste; and for some odd reason outside the panoramic lounge on the stern there is a tape of a cricket. Presumably this is to create an exotic or tropical mood--but it seems unnecessary and just odd to me.
Silver Whisper has been refurbished. Very welcome. Comfortable chairs everywhere, pleasant colour scheme. The air conditioning was not perfect but was fine. The main issue last trip, not being able to get food easily at odd hours of the day, has been solved with the installation of the Atrium café. Those banana and chocolate skewers are not to be missed. Downsides: the washers and driers have been replaced by Miele machines which don't do what you tell them and don't dry the clothes. Annoying. Also, our shower seemed to be linked to others: sudden extreme temperature and pressure changes are dangerous, and this must be fixed. The water policy would be fine except that the refillable bottle they supply is too big to carry comfortably in a handbag. Offer different sizes for different trips? Staff are still wonderful. Our butler Laxman and our stateroom attendant Bagus were friendly and efficient and sometimes especially thoughtful. Ioannis was fabulous in finding me wines that weren't chardonnay or merlot. Food was very good, though I'm vegetarian, so my protein mostly consisted of eggs and dairy. The spinach and artichoke souffle and the eggplant parmigiana are standouts, as is the soup, the pasta and – joy of joys – the coffee ice cream. I notice some cutbacks – perhaps to pay for the caviar, which I don't eat. V8, for instance is still listed on the breakfast menu but is always replaced by tomato juice. We ate once in La Dame. The food was good, but we were very uncomfortable with the closeness of other tables. We were assured that they didn't fill every table, but that was not what we found. Lunch on the deck was always very pleasant. Gripe: why do all the women servers have to wear skirts? I assume they must, because why would they, otherwise? Let them wear stylish trouser outfits like the men. We cruised around Spain and really enjoyed the ports, especially Valencia, Seville and of course Motril (for the Alhambra). Maps before we arrive in port would be useful, as would some port talks that told us where to go and what to see rather than focusing on St Augustine and the Trinity. Chocolate and boogie night on the pool deck was a highlight. Cocktails in the Panorama Lounge always a lovely experience, and not too crowded. Portuguese lesson came in handy. All in all, a lovely cruise.
Silversea’s suites offer one of the highest space-per-guest ratios of any luxury cruise accommodations. All Silversea suites have ocean views, and most include a private teak veranda so that you can breathe in the fresh sea air simply by stepping outside your door. And regardless of the ship or suite category, all guests will be pampered with the personalised services of an attentive butler.
For a truly personal experience, customise your suite with an abundance of thoughtful options and luxurious amenities from Bulgari toiletries and personalised stationery to a bar with your favourite wines and liquors. Settle in with a complimentary movie or choose instead to simply watch the ocean swim by. You can even have dinner in-suite served course by course by your butler. Then, when it’s time to retire, curl up beneath Egyptian cotton linens and a fluffy duvet, with your choice of nine different pillow types. The ultimate in luxury cruise accommodations, Silversea’s suites are your home away from home.
With the importance of food in Italian culture, you would expect dining to be a high priority at Silversea. And it most assuredly is. No matter where you dine, their influence is readily apparent in the great diversity and presentation of culinary selections on board your all inclusive cruise.
The main dining room aboard every Silversea luxury cruise ship, The Restaurant, is always open seating so you can arrive at your leisure and dine with the friends you invite to join your table. And with the worldly crowd of international guests who sail on Silversea ships, socialising is yet another great advantage of the Silversea experience.
Select voyages go the extra mile with enrichment programmes that will invigorate mind, body and soul, so from the tips of your taste buds to the depths of your soul, be prepared for a sensory rollercoaster of discovery while not only aboard but also ashore. Silversea's travel experience is a second to none and after 23 years in the business, travelling from pole to pole, Silversea has carefully sourced some of the world’s most renowned artists, experts and guest speakers who will travel on select voyages in order to offer culturally immersive experiences from a unique perspective. These carefully curated parties and performances have been designed to engage, enlighten and enrich your voyage, so that whatever your passion, you can indulge it on board.
The ocean views and soothing sound of the surf can be quite intoxicating at sea, so it’s not surprising that daydreaming on deck is one of the most popular pastimes. However, every Silversea all inclusive cruise also includes a considerable number of more active pursuits — some for the body, some for the mind … and some just for fun.
While on your luxury cruise, embark on a personal journey of wellness to complement your global adventures. Work out in the well-equipped Fitness Centre, take a class in circuit training or Pilates in the aerobics room, and let the sauna and steam rooms work their magic to soothe every muscle.
Silversea offers seminars ranging from aromatherapy and nutrition to how to burn fat. A holistic approach to wellness fully integrates exercise, fitness and spa therapies with health lectures and nutritious dining to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle, even while away from home.
Please note: Although Silversea accepts guests over the age of six months, there are no special programmes for children on board, and Silversea does not provide for the care, entertainment and supervision of children.
