+David McCrandles thanks ! Appreciate you watching and taking time to leave a comment. It is very much appreciated. I agree on the birds of paradise! They had them in a couple of places but they really worked in that venue
Your Video was very informative and you covered all the areas and aspects related to a cruise ship. I am a Cruise Agent & this video will be very handy to share with my guests to encourage them to take the Silver Seas Cruise. I will be sharing your Video with them. Thanks
Fabulous video! We are sailing on this ship in February 2018 from Buenos Aires to Rio. Can’t wait! I did read that the passengers have not been pleased with the food. I will find out for myself! Thanks for posting.
Thanks! Much appreciate you watching it and great too hear you enjoyed it. That sound sounds like a great trip. Very envious. I was back on the ship last month and liked the food. One advantage I guess is the different restaurants so hopefully one can always find one or two (or more ideally) that suits. let me know how you get on once back.
I went in to look at Silversea ships and there you were. I so enjoy listening to you talk and tell about the cruise ships. As I remember from the past, these cruises are a bit pricey and do not leave from the East coast at all. What a beautiful ship and I truly wish I could go on it. Maybe in my next life. HA HA!!!!!!
+Evelyn Gilmore I agree! I also loved the removal of the traditional main dining room and addition of varied options. Nice move. Thanks so much for watching and really appreciate you taking time to leave a comment!
Would be great if they could reconfigure the main restaurant on OTHER ships into smaller , more intimate and varied alternatives, BUT that would be a BIG ask and probably quite expensive to execute. Just a thought :)
You must have the best job ever doing this. Keeping motivation with travel and good food while you get good video content and helping cruise ship companies get more customers. I wish I could change my life and do what you do. :-)
+Bri Thanks! It is a gorgeous ship. I really loved it. I really appreciate you watching and taking time to leave the comment. You cruised with Silversea before?
Tips For Travellers No but I have family members who go on their cruses twice a year and love it. It's definitely something I want to go on in the future.
Thanks, great information. You said there will be a lot of children during peak time. Really? I always thought there are nearly no/ not so many children on Silversea ....
+Peter not usually but they clearly seeing this ship of getting more families as have more interconnection rooms too. But will always be less so than others - but unfortunately I suspect in holiday times will be a few fair
The wife and I have been Crystal Cruise enthusiasts for quite a while but we are looking forward to giving Silverseas a go. Thank you for the video and perhaps more high-end lines are in the works?
Thanks for watching and great to hear you enjoyed the video. The ship is scheduled to sail in out regions of the world over the next 24 months including Europe, Asia, Latin America and Caribbean. So lets of chances for people to experience it - which assume must be their plan as quite a new approach for Silversea
Gary just watched this - looks an amazing ship! I’m looking at a cruise in 2026 on her - Seychelles to South Africa but wondering how solos get on with no fixed dinjng etc? Would you recommend?
It’s harder as a solo though they’ll put you with other travellers looking to share tables. I’m on Silversea solo South Africa at end of Jan so can update after that too ! My issue is I often want a table to myself for quick meal as there’s no casual dining ! And they always let solo do that too
@@tipsfortravellers thanks Gary, yes that would be good to hear how you get on Jan as so much has changed in last few years - I really value your thoughts; I think we like the same style of cruising!! Just off on my first Azamara cruise on Tuesday 👌
The Silver Sea Silver Muse is indeed beautiful. I love the cabin choices. The decor is very classy and looks so comfortable. I like the ALL INCLUSIVE part. You said gratuities are included. So does that mean at the end of the cruise you don't leave tips for your butler? I assume you don't for the food staff as I would want to try out all the restaurants. And should your tip those who bring your room service meals to your cabin? Thanks in advance, so glad I found your videos. So many choices of smaller cruises which is what I'm looking for. The enormous ships have no appeal for my husband and I. Good quality food, nice drinks, a few laps in the pool, lazing in a lounge seat with a good book, and maybe a massage sounds amazing. A couple trips onshore but not to many. We have a very hectic schedule at home, my husband works entirely to hard, and we are looking to relax, relax, relax.
+Mr00destruct0 a lot of people have commented on that! I am not sure but I always eat pizza with a knife and fork and never thought about it! I guess I need to try with my hands from now on!!
Eat the way you want, I am genuinely curious. Would It be considered odd if I were to pick my pizza up and start eating in the company of Europeans at a table?
+paul fradin have a great time ! Lucky you! I am back on the ship briefly on 11th Sept when it is in U.K. I have been told off by a lot of people for my knife and fork pizza habit 😀😀😀
+paul fradin lucky you!! Very envious! It is extremely likely there will be other solo cruisers. They will usually have solo traveller meet ups early on to connect and meet
Sorry, but as GREAT as the Silver Muse is. My husband and I decided to get off of it in Corfu. It was FREEZING COLD EVERYWHERE, including OUR "Veranda cabin". There was no way to raise the temperature to a nice comfortable one. Also, the passengers were all old and apparently seriously ill, except for their nurses or companions (clearly HELP). All in a nutshell, we felt we were on a floating FREEZING cold hospital. Never again.
I JUST RETURNED FROM SAILING FROM MONACO to VENICE - July 9-17 and the FOOD WAS TERRIBLE! This was our first cruise and we spent approximately $18,000 for two people in the Veranda Suite - flight included from SFO, (stayed in Room 903) and we thought the ship was gorgeous! We enjoyed the Butler service! The ship was clean and well appointed. The staff seemed to be on month 7 of their 9 month contract (so if you asked they'd tell you they were missing home), however, I thought the service was pretty good from most of the staff. FOOD NOT GOOD! I was really surprised that the food was so bad! The first dinner we ate at The Grill, the salad was fresh and the steak was the worst I've ever eaten. Then we got grilled prawns and they were mushy and disgusting. I returned them and the waiter told us that all the shrimp were frozen (obviously freezer burnt shrimp), NOT WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM AN ULTRA LUXURY CRUISE! Unfortunately, the food that was prepared and served was honestly terrible! We ate at all the restaurants including Kaiseki (aweful and precooked seafood) and La Dame (was just okay) don't bother with them, they are not worth the extra money for sure! We spoke with other guest on the ship and they too thought the food at the restaurants was terrible. Room service is not great either. The only thing that was good was the lunch buffet...where you pick what you want (and you can create your own salad, etc.) Fortunately, the accommodations were priority to me and we enjoyed visiting the various cities on our cruise. If food is important to you then this is not the ship I'd sail upon. THE POOL: Too many children and the water seemed to have a high concentration of salty water - quite disgusting. We only tried it once and that was enough of a turn off! Next time I'll do better research (there are many reviews showing that the food is terrible on Cruise Critic) and unfortunately I didn't see them or I would not have selected Silversea!
Thanks for leaving this detailed comment with your experience. Sorry to hear that the cruise line was not what you hoped for and did not deliver, especially as you say when so costly. What line/s have you liked? Have you tried Seabourn and Regent?
Not even in the top ten for me. Dismal low-ceiling dining rooms, second-rate service, second-rate food. It’s really not in the same league as Seabourne, Regent, even Oceania. good trivia though, and nice guests.
We are on SilverMuse for 47 Days next April 2025. Looks very good. Like Asian Restaurant and Pizza one.
Wow! I’d love to travel on silver muse. I’ve just been on silver shadow and absolutely loved it. Amazing staff, service, food. Delightful!
Another great and informative video Gary. I especially liked the birds of paradise in the art cafe.
+David McCrandles thanks ! Appreciate you watching and taking time to leave a comment. It is very much appreciated. I agree on the birds of paradise! They had them in a couple of places but they really worked in that venue
I've only just realised Silver Muse is crusing in Australia and New Zealand so I had to come check what Tips For Travellers says about her. Thank you!
Your Video was very informative and you covered all the areas and aspects related to a cruise ship. I am a Cruise Agent & this video will be very handy to share with my guests to encourage them to take the Silver Seas Cruise. I will be sharing your Video with them. Thanks
Thanks ! Great to hear that you found it helpful enough to share! Much appreciated
Fabulous video! We are sailing on this ship in February 2018 from Buenos Aires to Rio. Can’t wait! I did read that the passengers have not been pleased with the food. I will find out for myself! Thanks for posting.
Thanks! Much appreciate you watching it and great too hear you enjoyed it. That sound sounds like a great trip. Very envious. I was back on the ship last month and liked the food. One advantage I guess is the different restaurants so hopefully one can always find one or two (or more ideally) that suits. let me know how you get on once back.
Fabulous and informative video. Many thanks.
Fantastic video, Gary! Let me say I'm really proud that such a jewel was built in the neighborhood I've grown up in...
+Davide Shipdierre thanks for watching and leaving a comment! I agree it's a gorgeous ship and Genoa should be proud!!
Thank you for the great information about Silversea-Muse.
It is of great help
I went in to look at Silversea ships and there you were. I so enjoy listening to you talk and tell about the cruise ships. As I remember from the past, these cruises are a bit pricey and do not leave from the East coast at all. What a beautiful ship and I truly wish I could go on it. Maybe in my next life. HA HA!!!!!!
Can't wait to be aboard in Venice on the 28th May.The video is wonderful. Thank you.
+Helen Stewart lucky you!! Very envious as would love to be heading back on the ship!! Have a great time and let me know what you think once back!!
Travelling on this ship in March. Thanks for the tour!
Another great video. Thanks for posting.
+Wayne Harris thanks ! As always appreciate you watching and taking time to comment
Looks wonderful! Luxurious suites and great public areas. Like the idea of no main restaurant, with many choices instead!
+Evelyn Gilmore I agree! I also loved the removal of the traditional main dining room and addition of varied options. Nice move. Thanks so much for watching and really appreciate you taking time to leave a comment!
Would be great if they could reconfigure the main restaurant on OTHER ships into smaller , more intimate and varied alternatives, BUT that would be a BIG ask and probably quite expensive to execute.
Just a thought :)
+Evelyn Gilmore absolutely!!!
Another outstanding video Gary. What a ship that is.
+Matt McQuade thanks for watching - and even more for taking time to leave a comment. Much appreciated. I agree , it is quite a ship!
This comment kinda late, but I really appreciate your videos. These doesn't only help travelers but also for tourism students like me☺️
Thanks! Great to hear 👍🏻👍🏻
You must have the best job ever doing this. Keeping motivation with travel and good food while you get good video content and helping cruise ship companies get more customers. I wish I could change my life and do what you do. :-)
+nattsurfaren thanks ! I am pretty lucky and love it !!!
What a beautiful ship.. shes def on my bucket list!
+Roicaro23 I agree! I think it's the nicest looking ship I've been on yet! I want to do a longer cruise on her!
Wow! We want to score one of those suites!!! What a beautiful ship, this is really making us want to take a cruise.
+bobo and chichi on a ship like this it's hard not to want to go cruising 😀😀
Thank you for this review! Happy for all the tips!
Great to hear. Thanks for watching 😀
Beautiful!
Great summary
Thank you-I plan to take a cruise in a couple of years😊
Looks like an amazing ship!! Loved the video!
+Bri Thanks! It is a gorgeous ship. I really loved it. I really appreciate you watching and taking time to leave the comment. You cruised with Silversea before?
Tips For Travellers No but I have family members who go on their cruses twice a year and love it. It's definitely something I want to go on in the future.
+Bri Get it on the bucket list 😀 But watch out as cruising gets addictive once you have been on one !!
Thanks, great information. You said there will be a lot of children during peak time. Really? I always thought there are nearly no/ not so many children on Silversea ....
+Peter not usually but they clearly seeing this ship of getting more families as have more interconnection rooms too. But will always be less so than others - but unfortunately I suspect in holiday times will be a few fair
I think SIlversea have changed their policy since this video was published. Minimum age is now 18.
Sounds awesome! I’m so excited to get on this ship
Excellent information. We are booked on Silver Muse in a few months and it’s our first cruise. Great to see all the venues and restaurants.
Great ship for your first cruise. Hope you love it. Thanks for watching
Gary how does is compare to Seven Seas Explorer? Would be keen for a comparison.
thank you
The wife and I have been Crystal Cruise enthusiasts for quite a while but we are looking forward to giving Silverseas a go. Thank you for the video and perhaps more high-end lines are in the works?
Crystal is great and think you will like Silversea. Yes some more coming ..!
Great video. Where does this ship usually sail?
Thanks for watching and great to hear you enjoyed the video. The ship is scheduled to sail in out regions of the world over the next 24 months including Europe, Asia, Latin America and Caribbean. So lets of chances for people to experience it - which assume must be their plan as quite a new approach for Silversea
Headed there January 2025! Excited!
Looking forward to cruising on Silver Moon on 19 July 2024. Hope the food has improved?
Rather Apprehensive!
Gary just watched this - looks an amazing ship! I’m looking at a cruise in 2026 on her - Seychelles to South Africa but wondering how solos get on with no fixed dinjng etc? Would you recommend?
It’s harder as a solo though they’ll put you with other travellers looking to share tables. I’m on Silversea solo South Africa at end of Jan so can update after that too ! My issue is I often want a table to myself for quick meal as there’s no casual dining ! And they always let solo do that too
@@tipsfortravellers thanks Gary, yes that would be good to hear how you get on Jan as so much has changed in last few years - I really value your thoughts; I think we like the same style of cruising!! Just off on my first Azamara cruise on Tuesday 👌
The Silver Sea Silver Muse is indeed beautiful. I love the cabin choices. The decor is very classy and looks so comfortable. I like the ALL INCLUSIVE part. You said gratuities are included. So does that mean at the end of the cruise you don't leave tips for your butler? I assume you don't for the food staff as I would want to try out all the restaurants. And should your tip those who bring your room service meals to your cabin? Thanks in advance, so glad I found your videos. So many choices of smaller cruises which is what I'm looking for. The enormous ships have no appeal for my husband and I. Good quality food, nice drinks, a few laps in the pool, lazing in a lounge seat with a good book, and maybe a massage sounds amazing. A couple trips onshore but not to many. We have a very hectic schedule at home, my husband works entirely to hard, and we are looking to relax, relax, relax.
Thanks for watching and for the comments. You do not need to tip anyone as all is covered in the fare!
The knife and fork eating the pizza thing, European?
+Mr00destruct0 a lot of people have commented on that! I am not sure but I always eat pizza with a knife and fork and never thought about it! I guess I need to try with my hands from now on!!
Eat the way you want, I am genuinely curious. Would It be considered odd if I were to pick my pizza up and start eating in the company of Europeans at a table?
Mr00destruct0 it would be fine!
I'm from NYC, going on the Muse in 2 months. If I ate pizza with a knife and fork in NYC, I would get laughed at, lol.
+paul fradin have a great time ! Lucky you! I am back on the ship briefly on 11th Sept when it is in U.K. I have been told off by a lot of people for my knife and fork pizza habit 😀😀😀
Good video. We are planning a Mediterranean cruise this fall. Recommend Silversea of Regent?
Both are good but personally I really like Silversea a lot. They would be my choice
I'm traveling on the muse on the october 66 day cruise around south america; I'm solo. do you think there will be other solo traveller on board?
+paul fradin lucky you!! Very envious! It is extremely likely there will be other solo cruisers. They will usually have solo traveller meet ups early on to connect and meet
Magnifique aux mers!
+Petr Frizen thanks !!! Glad you liked the ship and video
Yes: watching this vlog was enjoyable and full of positive emotions!
What ceuises have swing dancing in the early/late evening?
I agree the ship looks magnificent! I've never heard of them before so I'm a little hesitant, but I'll do more research. Thanks for the video!
I have a question
Is there a medical clinic on board the Cruise thanks
Yes all ships that carry over 12 passengers at sea have to have a medical doctor on board. So there is a fully equipped medical centre
thank you very much my friend
Sorry, but as GREAT as the Silver Muse is. My husband and I decided to get off of it in Corfu. It was FREEZING COLD EVERYWHERE, including OUR "Veranda cabin". There was no way to raise the temperature to a nice comfortable one. Also, the passengers were all old and apparently seriously ill, except for their nurses or companions (clearly HELP). All in a nutshell, we felt we were on a floating FREEZING cold hospital. Never again.
It's very beige! I would love to try it though:)
Going on the ship in 2024
can you bring me sonetime.
How big is the ship? Number of passengers?
If you feel a bit 'Peckish"???
I JUST RETURNED FROM SAILING FROM MONACO to VENICE - July 9-17 and the FOOD WAS TERRIBLE!
This was our first cruise and we spent approximately $18,000 for two people in the Veranda Suite - flight included from SFO, (stayed in Room 903) and we thought the ship was gorgeous! We enjoyed the Butler service! The ship was clean and well appointed.
The staff seemed to be on month 7 of their 9 month contract (so if you asked they'd tell you they were missing home), however, I thought the service was pretty good from most of the staff.
FOOD NOT GOOD! I was really surprised that the food was so bad! The first dinner we ate at The Grill, the salad was fresh and the steak was the worst I've ever eaten. Then we got grilled prawns and they were mushy and disgusting. I returned them and the waiter told us that all the shrimp were frozen (obviously freezer burnt shrimp), NOT WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM AN ULTRA LUXURY CRUISE! Unfortunately, the food that was prepared and served was honestly terrible! We ate at all the restaurants including Kaiseki (aweful and precooked seafood) and La Dame (was just okay) don't bother with them, they are not worth the extra money for sure! We spoke with other guest on the ship and they too thought the food at the restaurants was terrible. Room service is not great either. The only thing that was good was the lunch buffet...where you pick what you want (and you can create your own salad, etc.)
Fortunately, the accommodations were priority to me and we enjoyed visiting the various cities on our cruise. If food is important to you then this is not the ship I'd sail upon.
THE POOL: Too many children and the water seemed to have a high concentration of salty water - quite disgusting. We only tried it once and that was enough of a turn off!
Next time I'll do better research (there are many reviews showing that the food is terrible on Cruise Critic) and unfortunately I didn't see them or I would not have selected Silversea!
Thanks for leaving this detailed comment with your experience. Sorry to hear that the cruise line was not what you hoped for and did not deliver, especially as you say when so costly. What line/s have you liked? Have you tried Seabourn and Regent?
Not even in the top ten for me. Dismal low-ceiling dining rooms, second-rate service, second-rate food. It’s really not in the same league as Seabourne, Regent, even Oceania. good trivia though, and nice guests.
Yes, yes, yes!!! BUT, (I wish there wasn't one)..."lots of children is not exciting. Sorry.