A luxury, small ship, Silver Shadow spans 7 passenger decks and has the capacity to carry between 388 and 400 passengers to 295 crew. If you hanker after a touch of class then this is the cruise for you. It caters for the well travelled who enjoy stylish comfort and excellent levels of service. You will typically find couples on this cruise (usually over 50’s) with the majority of passengers hailing from America.
You can choose from a varied list of itineraries – most of the Caribbean is covered including cruises in the East, West and South of the region. Or why not go for Central America and head off down the Panama Canal to take in Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Mexico. Other destinations include Hawaii, Alaska and South East Asia. You can also opt for the Mediterranean or a transatlantic route.
Built in Italy for £75 million, this ship entered service in 2000. Weighing in at just over 28k tons, it measures 186m in length and 24.8m in width. You will find a generous amount of deck space to relax and sunbathe in for a small ship. A feeling of luxury and sophistication is reflected in the décor, with comfortable public rooms. The CDC hygiene rating is 96. The onboard currency is the US dollar.
This is an all-suite ship and has a total of 194 cabins, all of which have an outside view. The smallest cabin measures 26.6 sq.m; the largest is 133.3 sq.m. In total 157 cabins come with a private balcony. There are no single occupancy cabins onboard. Only 2 cabins have wheelchair access; however there are 5 lifts to aid movement between decks.
You can choose from 8 individual price categories. Owner’s, Grand and Royal suites come with butler service, personal safe, complimentary laundry service and Lavazza expresso maker. All cabins come equipped with marble bathrooms and bathtub, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, complimentary toiletries, twice daily turn down service, personal safe, TV and telephone along with complimentary fresh fruit and flowers.
| What are the cuisine/dining options? |
The Restaurant is the main dining venue and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and operates an open seating policy. Here you can enjoy fine French cuisine, along with specially prepared signature dishes. There is also a low carb and “Cruise Lite” menu to choose from if you are watching your waistline.
Other dining experiences onboard include:
Le Champagne - a more intimate, exclusive venue (reservations are taken). Enjoy fine signature dishes coupled with wine especially chosen to compliment each meal.
La Terrazza - outdoor/indoor venue. Serves breakfast and lunch. In the evening this venue offers different dishes from around the world.
Pool Grille – poolside venue. Serves lunch and offers grilled and fast food options.
24-hour room service – you can order food in your cabin at any time of day. You can also order off The Restaurant menu in dining hours.
The Showlounge is home to a variety of different acts to keep you entertained each evening. Here you can enjoy an in-house production show or perhaps sit back, relax and listen to a classical music concert. The Bar puts on piano recitals, cabaret acts and jazz music. Or if you prefer to dance the night away live music can be found in the Panorama Lounge and The Bar. If you enjoy cigars and a good cognac, armagnac, grappa or port then head for The Humidor. If you are in a romantic mood you can watch a film under the stars out on deck (on certain evenings). There is also a good programme of guest speakers to enhance your experience of certain ports of call. Wine experts and guest chefs are also on hand on certain voyages.
There is one outdoor pool, two whirlpools and fitness room onboard. Fancy a gamble? Take your pick from a casino or play the slot machines. To escape it all and lose yourself in a good book relax in the library. If a bit of pampering is the order of the day the Mandara Spa has it all. Try a massage, facial or treat your feet to a pedicure. To round off your trip you can shop to your heart’s content in the boutique.
Silversea Cruises offer all-inclusive fares that cover round-trip airfares, all transfers, port tax and a pre-cruise hotel stay. Or you can purchase a cruise only fare. The ticket includes onboard gratuities, complimentary champagne, spirits and some wines (vintage wines cost extra), along with one shore excursion on certain cruises. On arrival you will receive a chilled bottle of Pommery in your cabin along with a complimentary drinks cabinet that is replenished daily. Cold canapés and hor d’ oeuvres are served for you to enjoy daily with pre-dinner cocktails. There is also a shuttle service (roundtrip) from pier to town centre to use free of charge in each port of call.
Your cruise only fare does not include port charges, airfare, optional hotel stay over, government taxes, optional shore excursions, fuel and security surcharges, transfers and luggage handling, laundry, gift shop purchases, cigarettes, cigars and any services of a personal nature (e.g. spa treatments, massage, gambling).
Insurance has historically been included in the fare, however this has now changed and you will be expected to purchase insurance cover separately. Special dietary requirements can be catered for, however please note that you will have to inform the company in writing 75 days prior to sailing.
