Silversea Cruises


Silversea Cruises presents sumptuous ocean-view suites and the luxurious freedom of an all-inclusive lifestyle. Distinctive European styling is reflected in every detail, from uncompromising service to exquisite gourmet dining. Intimate spaces and well-travelled, international guests foster a convivial onboard ambience. And in each fascinating destination, Silversea provides access to exclusive explorations and uniquely enriching cultural connections.

5 of the best cruise ship restaurants

5 of the best restaurants on cruise ships

When it comes to cruise ship cuisine, the lines are really pushing the boat out, with restaurants on board to rival the best land-based ones. Julia McDonald rounds up her favourites … [Read more...]

Readers’ Cruises: Becoming a chaplain at sea

Reverand Bert Hatch onboard Cunard

A call to Cunard from his bishop led to the Rev. Bert Hatch becoming a chaplain at sea. He tells us about ‘playing it again’ in Casablanca and being a counsellor. One day in the early autumn of 2001 I found myself on the phone with a delightful lady at Cunard, who was offering me the post of Protestant chaplain aboard RMS Caronia. The ship would be visiting ports in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, the Canary Islands and Madeira, none of … [Read more...]

Silversea Silver Shadow Crash: Official Statement

Damage to the Cargo ship as witness from the deck of the Silver Shadow

It has been reported that the Silversea Silver Shadow has been involved in accident in thick fog in Halong Bay Vietnam. However Silversea inform us that was a 'minor incident' that took place on Friday morning. … [Read more...]

Top 5 spas onboard a cruise

MSC Aurea Spa

The cream of today’s cruise ship spas are up there with the world’s best. From calming retreats perfect for pure relaxation or hedonistic high-tech havens … [Read more...]

Silversea and the chocolate cruise

CaribbeanBeachSM

Silversea Cruises ad luxury cruise experts Mundy Cruising have got together to offer a chocolate-themed holiday in the Caribbean. The holiday starts off at Cobblers Cove Hotel, in Barbados, before boarding Silver Whisper for a seven-night 7-night cruise to the islands of Curacao, Aruba, Bonaire, Margarita, and Grenada. Mundy has enticed Rococo Chocolates’ founder Chantal Coady on board to give demonstrations and talks throughout the cruise. She … [Read more...]

Best Honeymoon Cruise – Top ideas for planning your honeymoon

Best Honeymoon Cruise

Want to sail off into the sunset on your honeymoon? But not sure if a cruise is right for you? … [Read more...]

Celebs on Board in 2012

Allo' Allo' Celebrities on Cruises

From Herr Flick to Peter Sissons – the cruise lines have a star-stodded roster of entertainers, adventurers, sportsmen and authors on board. … [Read more...]

Cruise Food Reviews: The Best Menus at Sea

Cruise Food Guide

One of the highlights of any holiday is the food, but on cruise ships it’s even more important. And they don’t disappoint – from celebrity chefs to beachside barbeques, the range of cruise cuisine continues to grow in quality and originality Best Line for Celebrity Chefs: P&O P&O leads the way with celebrity chef-run restaurants on six ships and guest appearances and cooking classes on selected sailings. Marco Pierre White’s … [Read more...]

Silversea fleet increase

Silver-Explorer-2

Silversea is considering adding a new explorer ship and another larger ship, the new UK head of the line has confirmed. … [Read more...]

How to get a Buddha belly

korean food

This evening I’m in Busan (pronounced Pusan) a port and beach resort on Korea’s southeast coast which I’ll see more of tomorrow. … [Read more...]