Originally Posted by Randyk47

We've cruised on Carnival, Celebrity, Holland America, and Silversea in everything from standard verandah cabins to multi room suites. I can't speak to other lines but none that we've been on had a "proper table for dining" in standard verandah cabins. Yes, on all Silversea ships there one or two restaurants with additional covers. We're not fond of that aspect but considering there are a number of choices without upcharges even on the smaller ships it's not been an issue. On the Wind it's one out of four venues while on the Spirit it's two out of six venues. Cruise ship bathrooms are pretty standard and the verandah cabin bathrooms on Silversea seem pretty comparable to other lines. Now the bathrooms in the higher suites, like a Silver Suite on the Spirit, are downright spacious but you get what you pay for. Always have cruised with my wife so single supplements are not something I'm familiar with but I think Silversea charges 25% for most of its standard cabins which apparently is very competitive and much better than several of the mass market lines like Holland America.

Originally Posted by prncess674

My comparison was only to Seabourn not mainstream lines that you mentioned. You can check out a video tour of the entry level veranda room here:

Seabourn Odyssey Veranda Suite Tour in 1080p - YouTube

Originally Posted by Randyk47

Aa

That's a nice cabin. I'd say it compares better with the Silver Spirit than the Silver Wind. Wind bathrooms are not as big but Spirit has the separate shower like Seabourn. The rest of the cabin is pretty much the same. We actually have wanted to try Seabourn but haven't found the right itinerary, dates, and cost.

Originally Posted by 747FC

Randy, Not sure whether you would like the itinerary, but our first Seabourn cruise was a 20-day itinerary Dubai-Monte Carlo. It was something like $5k pp for a standard cabin. (Warning: We enjoyed it so much that we just completed a $12k pp cruise with them, and are awaiting a $15k pp person one.)

If you or anyone else intends on being a first time Seabourn cruiser, PM me and I can get you a referral credit of $400 (I get one too), which can be used for OBC. The credit is combinable with whatever discounts/credits you get with your TA.

Another way of reducing the price is to by 100 shares of Carnival Corp stock. Along with its appreciation, the Sharehold credit makes it the best performing stock I own!

Originally Posted by 747FC

Another way of reducing the price is to by 100 shares of Carnival Corp stock. Along with its appreciation, the Sharehold credit makes it the best performing stock I own!

Originally Posted by prncess674

I originally bought CCL because I wanted the OBC but am amazed that in 4 years it has appreciated 65%

Originally Posted by Randyk47

We're two months and one day from leaving for Rome to catch the Silver Spirit for an 18-day Rome to Dubai. Big attraction for us is the four days in Egypt which has been #1 on my bucket list for more years than I want to mention or think about. ^

Originally Posted by 747FC

I truly hope that your experience exceeds your expectations!

Just looked at a Silverseas cruise in SE Asia. We might try something new. If there is a referral credit with Silverseas that you can gain if we book, let me know.

Originally Posted by Randyk47

The referral program with Silversea requires we sail on the same cruise together then we both get a discount and on board credit.

Really looking forward to cruise. We took the option for a land tour in Egypt and will actually be off the ship for a few days. Going to stay in the Four Seasons in Cairo so we don't have to rush through the Giza Plateau, etc., sandwiched between a four hour bus ride each way. We've also got Luxor and Valley of the Kings booked in Egypt and will go to Petra when we stop in Jordan. Of course Rome is always good and we are staying in a hotel a block away from our favorite restaurant.

Originally Posted by FlyerStef

That said...my family's now looking at Regent Seven Seas for a group cruise to (6 adults, 1 nine year old) Alaska next summer. I've done some googling, it looks more family oriented than seabourn, ships a little older, but tries for same level of service, I think? And the excursions look like fun, will be my first trip to Alaska! Would love any help with things to consider or info about the cruise! Thanks!

Originally Posted by mauld

princess674, if I may be so bold as to ask were you travelling solo ? and if so, how high are the single supplements on these cruises. (Anyone one else with that info is also welcome to comment )