Top Cruise Ships in the World 2012
The choice of the top cruise ships in the world really depends on what a potential guest wants for their vacation. There are those who choose to spend their vacation in luxury and comfort. Others would opt for a cruise ship that offers the best in family-oriented features and activities while some consider nightlife entertainment as the best criteria for the choice of what constitutes the top cruise ships in the world.
Best Luxury Cruise Ship
Considered as the top cruise ships in the world as far as luxury is concerned are the Silversea’s cruise ships. It is an elite cruise ship line that was once considered the most expensive and posh cruise line but since the cruise industry has become very competitive, it has adjusted its fares to be able to compete. One of the explanations for Silverseas cruise ships’ choice as the top luxury cruise liner in the world is that on board these Siverseas cruise ships, guests are allowed to decide on what cruise experience they want to have. There is a concierge on board who will assist guests to organize the itinerary and activities of their choice. Passengers are given the alternative to embark and disembark in any day they desire. Meals, alcohol, wine and even tips are all included in the cruise fares.
Best Cruise Ship for Families & Children
Although Disney is known to be the number one cruise ship for small children, the best cruise ship for families & children is still Freedom of the Seas. This cruise ship has enough amenities and activities for small kids, and in addition, entertainment, activities and leisure spacers for older children which is what is lacking in Disney ships. On board Freedom of the Seas, children’s programs, activities and facilities are divided by age group. This includes a water park with water slides and water shoots, wave making machine, skating rinks, rock climbing wall, basketball court, tennis court and boxing ring.
Best Cruise Ship for Nightlife
For guests in search of an active nightlife while on a cruise, Norwegian cruise ships are the top cruise ships in the world when it comes to nightlife. This cruise line has brought entertainment to the highest level with its live Broadway style performances as well as trendy popular programs such as Tony and Tina’s Wedding, art performances and dance events.
Prince Albert II Expedition Cruise Ship
Prince Albert II Expedition Cruise Ship is a purpose built expedition vessel and the smallest ship of Silverseas. She is the only Silverseas ship not having“Silver” before its name. She was named after Prince Albert II of Monaco to recognize his conservation and exploration feats. It is an expedition ship, an ice-class vessel that looks and feels m ore like a country club at sea. It can accommodate 132 passengers who are thoroughly spoiled and pampered with special touches such as chilled champagne and chocolate coated strawberries served from a “Zodiac boat” during polar bears- sighting expeditions. Prince Albert II has eight zodiac boats.
Prince Albert II
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Prince Albert II has two sides. The first is Prince Albert II the expedition ship, where passengers embark on zodiac excursions; hikes, walks, whale –watching and other wildlife watching; attend lectures with regards information on the flora, fauna, geology and ecology of destinations and listen to briefings on the following day’s program.
The other side of the ship is a Prince Albert II the leisure ship. When the sun sets and after passengers are through exploring for the day, Prince Albert II is transformed into a floating leisure ship or luxury yacht where passengers enjoy the early evening cocktail hour with free drinks at the bars and restaurants served by solicitous and welcoming staff. On board Prince Albert II, passengers will be entertained by the stellar performance of accomplished artists from classical musical concerts to lively production shows. The leisure ship side of Prince Albert II also features spa facilities, Internet Café, beauty salon, boutique shopping, fitness center, two top-deck whirlpools, sauna, an observation lounge, and the cigar and cognac lounge called The Humidor.
All suites and staterooms of Prince Albert II are supplied with European bath amenities, first-class mattresses, a beverage cabinet stocked to a guest’s preference, top quality bed linens, luxurious slippers and robes, choice of pillows, personalized stationeries, hair dryer, expedition binoculars, and a safe. Guests will love the welcome Pommery champagne, flowers and fresh fruits upon their arrival, a nightly turndown and twice daily suite service.
Silver Shadow Cruise Ship Review
Silver Shadow Cruise Ship Review
Silver Shadow is a Millennium Class ship and the third ship of Silversea. It is a cruise ship larger than the first two ships of Silverseas, but has retained the trademark of Silverseas, genuine hospitality. It pioneered a new level of cruising while preserving the prize winning, and all-suite luxury trademark of Silverseas.
After a short dry dock, Silver Shadow’s guests will take pleasure in a fully refurbished cruise ship with a new décor as it sails into unique and exotic destinations in the Far East. Alaska cruises will be on Silver Shadow’s itinerary this summer of 2011 before it returns to Japan, Vietnam and Japan. Australia’s Outback and New Zealand fjords are also part of Silver Shadow’s cruising schedule this 2011.
The Silver Shadow is magnificent. The crew of this mega luxurious small ship truly knows how to make its guests feel cosseted and special. All the Silver Shadow’s crew; from the ship’s captain to the other crew members, work in accord to give the guests a perfect cruise experience. Silver Shadow also offers so many “extras” provided inconspicuously that after a while guests just take them for granted. This is because Silver Shadows only carries 382 passengers with 295 staff looking after their needs and wants.
Silver Shadow at Komodo Island
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Another trait of a Silver Shadow cruise is its all-inclusive cruise fare that makes passengers feel like guests on a private yacht rather than on a commercial cruise ship. All drinks together with a liberal and free spirits, wines and champagne are incorporated. All the dining venues of Silver Shadows, from the The Restaurant, the main dining room through the Italian restaurant La Terraza to the only Wine restaurant by Relais & Chateaux on a cruise ship, provide superb cuisine without any charges. Room service is available 24 hours a day without any fee.