Silver Whisper

11 day trip aboard Whisper

February

Pros: Despite full load, dining reservations were quite flexible, staff tried to please, hotel manager Miranda very good, F& B Matteo also helpful. Shore excursions well managed.

Cons: This is an old ship. Lots of noise in 4th floor with wave action. Distinct sewer scent at various times and places. Missed a port due to waves.

Recommended: No

My 40th cruise on Silversea and the Whisper has not been this good for a long time. Crew also excellent. Renovation of ship in past year mixed success. No more shops, just some open plan displays on Deck 5 lounge. Woodwork in rooms and verandas nit in the best shape. No more auto fresh fruit-on request. No more hot breakfast after 10 thru room service. However, food which is never a wow and rarely hot was consistently better and almost always delivered hot.

Silversea is "uping" their game and it shows

July

Pros: Smaller ship. I think this is the perfect size for Silversea and so did many guests.

Cons: Plastic plants on the pool deck. Silversea is better than plastic.

Recommended: No

Cruise to New Zealand and Australia

January

Pros: service was excellent

Cons: Too much time on the water. Not much to do on boat due to cool weather, and rough water

Recommended: No

Wish land excursion would have been longer. Everything seemed rushed. Said you could eat, shop, and tour different things. In reality you only had 1 hour and could only do one thing. We would get back to the boat which didn’t leave for 4-6 hours. Disappointing

Great trip

January

Pros: Staff was fantastic, food was delicious

Cons: The tours could have been better . Not up to first class standard , ship needs to be refreshed and updated

Recommended: Yes

Great trip

14 days on Silver Whisper from Tokyo to Anchorage

May

Pros: Beautiful ship once it is refurbished, large stateroom, food was tasty but could have been a little more healthy (less butter and cream), friendly crew

Cons: The ship needs to be refurbished. Tour options were lacking. It was repositioning and there was a lot of staff training so not all aspects ran smoothly

Recommended: No

I would recommend Silversea as a wonderful cruise line. My review should not be based on the fact that this was a repositioning cruise and is scheduled to go into dry dock later this year. There was a port originally on the itinerary, which would have enabled 2 days at sea, port visit and 2 more days at sea. The port is Russian so it was deleted, which made for a long 5 days at sea. Since the Whisper is small and the weather was cold, the outside facilities were not utilized (Outdoor restaurant, pool, jacuzzi, etc.). There were activities inside (lectures, trivia, bingo, etc) but it was the same everyday and it appeared that guests were getting bored. The entertainment schedule was changed a few times and the communication was not always perfect. Many guests were on waitlist for tours and never cleared, even though the tours were included. I would have loved to see more culturally immersion tours-seems to be the way travel is heading. I feel the cruise was nice but not anything special (based on tours, entertainment, crew training).

Reykjavik to Manhattan

September

Pros: The staff is professional, courteous and friendly. The ship is first class.

Cons: The dining options are limited, only 3 options, which is important on a longer cruise.

Recommended: Yes

Its a beautiful ship, as are all Silversea ships. But as noted above, this was a 16 day cruise and more dining choices and public areas would been nice. Silver Whisper is one of their smaller ships.

silversea cruise Iceland to London

July

Pros: staff members and servers were attentive and thoughtful

Cons: condition of the ship was

Recommended: No

the Whisper is currently not up to the fine standard of Silversea. Stained carpets in hallways, table on balcony worn and scuffed, scuffed paint in various places on the ship it would have been nice to have the cruise director or similar person give live talks each day about the excursions for the next day. they are available on the TV but in person experts would be better. the cooking class of how to make casa dias was amazingly silly - everyone knows how to make these already. something challenging would have been nice. if there are formal evenings during the cruise it would be good to have been made aware in the cruise information given.

World Cruise 2020

February

Pros: It's like a family you love to be part of.

Cons: Price point too high for most .

Recommended: No

The World Cruise isn’t just about the Destinations. When you’re onboard, you can expect to be continuously spoiled and entertained. The world is expanded and explained by enrichment expert lecturers and time for the varied activities programs, The food is exceptional and nothing rivals the stellar personal service of the crew - from.the laundry worker to the waiters to butler to the officers.

Fall Colors on the Whisper

October

Pros: Service Outstanding. Personnel very Professional. Food well above average. Lectures outstanding.

Cons: Certain brands of alcohol were in short supply. There was no attempt to rectify even when in port.

Recommended: No

I really enjoyed this cruise although I was ill prepared for the unusually early cold spell. For the first several days, the temperatures were below freezing which limited the outdoor activities. The warmth was there in the ship. Great lectures (Female Astronaut Kathy Sullivan), professional crew, friendly atmosphere and plenty of opportunities to meet and greet. I give this experience a very good report because of the staff.

Silver Whisper - September 3, 2019

September

Pros: Ship was refurbished recently and looks wonderful.

Cons: Requesting smaller bathrobes for ladies.

Recommended: No

perfection

August

Pros: wonderful shore excursions, many food options, cabins spacious and comfortable

Cons: Shows mediocre

Recommended: No

East Africa

April

Pros: Extremely interesting and diverse ports of call

Cons: be prepared for third world poverty and living conditions

Recommended: Yes

Overall excellent trip

Excellent

June

Pros: Service and food is superb. La Dame restaurant is excellent.

Cons: None

Recommended: Yes

Service from staff and all members of the ship was exceptional. The food was great with wonderful wine selections, and prices were much less than expected.

2017 World Cruise

April

Pros: Outstanding loyal crew, exceptional service, intimacy you cannot achieve on many larger vessels, plenty of creature comforts in even the lead in Vista suites on Deck 4 . Generous size as Veranda suites (287 sq ft) just no balcony- walk in closets, butlers for every suite level, Veranda Suites are 345 sq feet with the veranda, My favorite suite is Silver Suite which are 701 sq feet, the wideness makes it like a little condo with separate bedroom, dining table bar, 2 TV areas. Shuttle buses are included free in most of the ports. This ship is dated, but it has got the right formula for intimate comfort. Love the open seating in Dining room, and the other restauants are easy to secure a reservation, not like other ships, where couples are begging the maitre d for a reservation as a $50 is slipped in the pocket. Not necessary here you are usually accommodated. The enrichment speakers are excellent, a statesman, a music director and jazz great John Altman, former BA Concorde Captain Rick, Roger MCGuinn of The Byrds-Turn turn turn. Legendary brilliant Cruise Director Fernando, Tracy Apple Ipad classes, The Voices of Silversea entertainment, with an operatic focus yet versatile, may be the best group of young talent on any ship. The list goes on.

Cons: Ship needs some TLC in drydock, pool decking issuws, pool furniture, some modern updates needed, Fitness class area too small for comfortable classes, needs some new plumbing and water tanks.

Recommended: No

Silver Whisper

March

Pros: Food Service/ Butler/ Enrichment Speakers

Cons: Lack of Items in ship's shop/ no water bottles for most of trip/ cabin poorly designed

Recommended: Yes

Made in On Board Form

Beautiful Norway

July

Pros: Beautiful suites and well laid out. Even the minimum suites were very comfortable.

Cons: Food was a little too bland. There should be some spicy options.

Recommended: No

This is a beautiful ship -- small enough to get around easily, but large enough to have options. Service was excellent and friendly. No formal nights on this itinerary.

Silversea Caribbean Holiday

November

Pros: Small ship, great food options, wonderful international staff.

Cons: We had to eventually come home.

Recommended: Yes

It's like coming home when we take a new voyage. The staff greets you by name after the first day. The restaurant menus change daily with many updated options. The ship is small, with very experienced world travelers as passengers. If you want a mega ship with rock climbing walls, etc. Silversea is not a good choice. But, if you want refined luxury with a relaxed atmosphere Silversea is the answer.

Baltic Cruise, June-July 2015

June

Pros: Very nice ship with two large dining venues and two lounges. Staterooms are roomy and bathroom is large. Service is terrific.

Cons: Food doesn't live up to billing and Relais and Chateaux connection. It's good, but not great. Menus are limited. Wine service is generous with lots of choices and non-stop pours. Cabin carpeting and fabrics are looking a bit tired.

Recommended: Yes

We sailed with a group of friends, enjoyed the cruise very much and would sail with Silversea again. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. It is somewhat misleading to say that Stockholm and Copenhagen are part of the cruise. They are starting and ending points, and to see them, you have to book extra time on your own or through the ship. Wi fi service was $30 per day and spotty at that. It will supposedly be offered at no charge beginning in 2016.

Silversea "Silver Whisper" Really Shines

January

Pros: Service By All Staff, Gratuities And Beverages Included

Cons: Entertainment On Board A Bit Limited & Weak

Recommended: No

Fjord trip to Norway

June

Pros: Service, itinerary, shore excursions.

Cons: Cuisine and "tired" furnishings in the suite.

Recommended: Yes