We recently returned from a Mediterranean cruise on the Silver Muse. It was fantastic. We were relaxed, pampered and delighted the entire cruise.

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

Sounds fab! Great to hear you had such a great time on the Muse

Gary is always so imformative and does his homework. There isn't a better travel podcast out there than Tips for Travellers.

@tipsfortravellers

7 жыл бұрын

+Chad Schrock wow thanks! Really appreciate you watching and thanks so much for the feedback and comment! Great to hear 😀

@sebastianhall6554

4 жыл бұрын

Chad Schrock agreed

@barath4545

3 жыл бұрын

I really like Garys videos but I also need other inputs. I feel Gary can be too polite with some cruises and I miss the actual videos of people going about their business, but I can get that from others. Gary if you read this; One thing I would like you to cover more are prices, what everything costs and budgets maybe. It can be hard to google and keep spreadsheets of what-if expenses for each cruise :)

We have sailed Silver Sea three times. The smaller ships get to places the big ones can't get near. We sailed from the Tower Bridge in London to Rekyavik, Iceland and it was an awesome. We sailed from Kangerlusuak, Greenland to St. Johns Newfoundland and enjoyed every minute. Even bouncing around the Arctic Ocean on a rubber zodiak was fun.

As a caregiver, I appreciate the brief respite you provide-plus you are giving me dreams!

Thank you for this. Incredibly helpful

So glad I found your channel. I just finished a trip on NCL and found Alaska thrilling. Now I plan to save so that at retirement I can do a silverseas expedition to either Arctic or Antarctic. I’m soooo excited!

Thank you! You always explain things in a very clear and concise way.

@tipsfortravellers

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! Appreciate you watching

Loved this video. I am sailing on the new Silver Dawn this September. This was just what I was looking for in terms of info about sailing on Silversea.

Very informative, thank you. I always enjoy your videos - they seem very honest.

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks . Great to hear you find it informative!!

Boarding the Muse this December. Thanks for the video gary. I love Silversea.

We enjoyed our Silversea Cruise to the Orient a few years ago! This new Silver Muse sounds amazing!

@tipsfortravellers

7 жыл бұрын

+SylviaWong Lewis great to hear! Which Silversea ship were you on for that cruise? Before the Muse I had been on the Whisper , and as much as loved the Whisper the new ship is a big leap forward I think

Thank you for this video, Gary.

Very informative. Thanks for posting!

@tipsfortravellers

7 жыл бұрын

+Holly S thanks! Glad to hear! Much appreciate you watching and taking time to leave a comment !!

Thank you your detailed review of the Muse 😊

You are the best. Your videos are so helpful and very well done.

I am glad that You did a video on the Silver Seasas I just got the book on the Silver Seas

Great comments, I am looking forward to traveling with this cruise line. Many thanks❤

I just booked a Silver Muse voyage circumnavigating Japan and I am thrilled!

Very helpful video. Many thanks.

thanks Gary always so informative going to the point. After this short appetiser went immediately to book my 5. cruise on Silversea , first one on the Muse. looking forward as well to the 30 days on Discoverer from Colombo to Saigon.

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

+Gilles Petremand nice!! Lucky you!

Gary, because of your convincing Silversea videos, I have booked my first Silversea cruise. Many Thanks for your concise and thorough information.

@tipsfortravellers

3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear they helped you make up your mind!

Very informative and interesting information .Well worth thinking about a next cruising adventure. Thank you. 💐

Can’t wait!

That’s a great video Gary thank you so much. I’m headed on the Silver Muse this January, Auckland to Sydney 14 nights. Tired of the riffraff the Nicklin diming & the crowds aboard standard cruise lines like Princess and Holland America, I’m shifting more towards this type of cruise line experience. Disappointed to hear that they actually have up charge restaurants aboard, but it also includes one shore excursion per port is what I was told by the website, and the silversea agent on the phone. I’m 62 and Retired, so this will be a huge (coupled with business class tickets from Maryland) expense but worth it.

Hi Gary, thanks for the info on the Silver Muse. We will be sailing on it to Alaska this July 👍👍

Gary this was very enlightening!

We love the SilverSea, although we've not been on the Muse yet. I have to agree with one other commenter who questioned the removal of The Restaurant. First of all, it's usually our favorite restaurant at night, and secondly, we've had problems lately getting a reservation at La Terraza unless we book way ahead. Over all, it looks amazing and your video was excellent!

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

Great to hear you found the video helpful. The removal of the main dining room has been quite controversial and be interesting to see how it all ends up but believe they think they will find the right balance - but the booking and availability in the popular restaurants has been an issue. Like you I really like Silversea!

Hi Gary, Thank you for a great video, I think you are the best out there. Very inspiring and informative as always. Me and my wife have on previous occations cruised with Seabourn, but now in april for the first time, we have booked a cruise with Silver Spirit out of Barselona. Hope it`s going to be a fantastic experience

@tipsfortravellers

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Much appreciated and thanks for the comments !! Hope you have a great time on Silversea

I enjoy all of your videos Very informative

Great information!!

Thank you Gary. Found this useful !

@tipsfortravellers

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

Thanks Gary!

Your Tips For Travelers is Awesome ... I subscribed and gave a like! Keep up the Great work!

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoy. Thanks for subscribing! You have a channel too?

@frankhurn9055

6 жыл бұрын

Yes I do have my own KZread Channel, I have recently put some 20 videos from my recent cruise on the Azamara Quest on there, and you may also enjoy my Guitar Playing Videos!

very helpful thankyou we have chosen silver muse to Alaska

i like how you are open about whether this mode of travel is right for each individual. not just advertising for agencies, companies. how do you feel about land sea tours? these sounds the best of both worlds

Amazing thank you

Always great information, Gary! Keep it up :)

@tipsfortravellers

7 жыл бұрын

+John Cragen thanks!! Much appreciated. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!

I've sailed with Silversea, on the Cloud and the Wind. Look forward to experiencing the Muse. Cassandra Costa

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

Silversea are great. I really like the Muse

Very helpful!!!

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

Great to hear. Thanks 😀

What a beautiful ship. I'm sure that they will be doing a great deal of business.

Mille grazie!

I went on a couple of forgettable cruises when much younger, then was persuaded to join friends on a Silversea cruise in France and Italy. Since I had little to nothing to compare it to I assumed it was a normal cruise experience. I've since caught the cruise bug and have learned how wrong I was, and I look forward to the next time I'm willing to pony up for a Silversea experience. Absolutely first class without being the slightest bit stuffy - just elegant.

@patriciabargas1045

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

Love your videos.

@tipsfortravellers

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

This is my favorite cruise line and ship!! Just took Regent thinking it might be better- not at all.

Great review.....That pool deck looked so inviting It made me want to throw on a Speedo and catch a flight.

@tipsfortravellers

7 жыл бұрын

Wayne Harris the pool deck is pretty amazing, I agree! It's a great size pool unlike many ships !!

@tipsfortravellers

7 жыл бұрын

+Wayne Harris the pool deck is fantastic! I agree. Nice to see a decent sized pool Ina ship even this sized one 🏊

Very impressive ❤

Hey Gary, your videos are great, very informative. I would like to see maybe a bit more of you opinion and you review, instead of information only. Maybe let us know if the food is the best in the ultra luxury lines, if not which one provides the best food in your opinion?

Very informative video, Ty for that. Been thinking about going on Regent, but been hearing a lot of negative things about them such as their food is hit or Miss, no consistency at all. Now I’m looking at going on a Silversea cruise. Kind of a shame there is no main dining room, as I’ve been hearing it’s hard to get reservations into some of the restaurants. I like how their staterooms are laid out, except the placement of plugs is strange, but it is what it is I guess.

Great massage

Silversea delivers what they promise. I have traveled on Silver Spirit and from Gary's video I can tell the two ships are "twins" similar setup for restaurants, bars and other amenities like spa and gym. I would suggest to potential travelers to consider the destination more than the ship. I traveled from Venice to Piraeus and was a beautiful journey. Thanks Gary, it was informative and confirms what I knew about the two larger ships in Silversea's fleet.

well done1

@tipsfortravellers

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Really appreciate you watching and taking time to leave a comment!

Hi Gary! Great video. I am a big fan of your travels and cruise tips. Question regarding the comment you made that the crew are trained by the renowned "Leading Hotels of the World" organization. Do you know if this is still the case? Also, is La Dame still affiliated with the Relais and Chateau group? Thanks, Ronan :)

I miss The Restaurant on Silversea.

Gary, is the dress code not per restaurant and not formal, informal and casual evenings like on all the other silversea ships? Probably should also have mentioned booking restaurants is advisable. (Ive seen a report from someone unable to get in anywhere and got dressed up and ended eating pizza in the cold night air.)

I like the idea of a smaller ship of six hundred passengers. A more personal level of service. You're not waiting on lines

The cigar lounge sounds great but is there any areas outside for smoking? Most if not all lines no longer allow smoking on balconies or in the suites. Does this line also not allow it?

The Silver Muse looks a really beautiful ship.

Oh my god!! Made me so wanna go on the cruise but I’m sure it’s more expensive than normal other lines

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

It is fantastic! It is a bit more than mainstream lines though !!

@chriswilliams6568

5 жыл бұрын

Fiona, yes much more expensive, but do not forget the extra inclusions and what they would cost on a mass market cruise line.

@chriswilliams6568

5 жыл бұрын

@KEM MEK You will pay 7 times that $700 for 7 night cruise on Silversea. Check them out. You did well to only pay $700 plus $700 on NCL if it were for a week. Silversea is beautiful, but so expensive.

@hezekiahspade2247

4 жыл бұрын

@@chriswilliams6568 😲😮😲😥 Is this true? At least 10 × the advertised cost? Could you please expound some more? I was enchanted by this right here but now I'll probably stay on Symphony and Seaside to the Caribbean and Americas.

@chriswilliams6568

4 жыл бұрын

Hezekiah Spade just go on the website and see. We like Celebrity, really good value, no loads of kids, good food. We also like Princess. I would not go on Carnival cruises, or RCI as too many kids on the latter. I would love to try Silversea, but way out of our range, even with the extra inclusions.

so you did not address base fares, and excursion fares? if taking all excursions what would be best cruise line for mediterranean, northern europe be for budget travellers? also river cruising, and bus train companies and agencies. would like if you or a colleague would do a video(s) on which destinations are ideal for land bus train tour, which river cruises, which ocean do the best for least money best overall experience.

What is the entertainment like on this type of ship,what thing do they do for entertainment. Lester odea,Queensland, Australia.

Gary, any plans to re-visit the newly refurbished Oceania Insignia?

@tipsfortravellers

Жыл бұрын

I was on the refurb before the one coming which was very nice so interesting they doing it again! I don't as have booked to try the new Oceania Vista . Thanks for becoming a Member BTW!!!

Britanic docked at napines

Do you have a video about the ship Silver Moon ?

@tipsfortravellers

4 жыл бұрын

I don't unfortunately

Are there many solo travelers on Silver Seas? What is their typical up charge for solo travelers?

The three categories of Veranda Suites - Classic, Deluxe and Superior - are all identical. The only difference is location on the ship, the Superior being mid-ship for a more comfortable “ride”. Unless you are sailing where rougher water is expected, there’s not much reason for paying about 5% more for Deluxe and 10% more for Superior. Study deck plans on any ship before booking and work with your travel agent to get the best location for your money.

Gary I like the formal wear on occasion too. Going dressed for dinner seems to make it even more special.

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

I am with you on that! I really like it and the process of getting ready becomes part of the special event of cruising!

@chriswilliams6568

5 жыл бұрын

except that with only 23kg of luggage allowance on a plane, it makes it impossible to take all that extra heavy clothing. mens' suits weigh a ton. A lot of us just do not even have it, or have use for it the rest of the year.

No main dining room puts me of sailing on this ship.Have travelled on many Silversea cruises most of their fleet and for me the line is excellent and suits me the best out of Regent,Seabourn, Crystal although I have sailed on all of them many times I have done over 90 cruises since the early sixties .The problem is with six hundred people you are not necessarily going to get a reservation in the dinner room you would like to eat in.I'm not a lover of Asian food and I do not like stars type restaurant and do not like hot rocks,so it leaves me only two choices.Will I get a table each night in those two restaurants or will I have to wait in queues.I personally think they have made a mistake with the space on this ship they should have had a traditional main restaurant and the alternative restaurants.Otherwise the ship looks great with waisted space.They will encounter problems with this restaurant arrangement.I would have already booked a cruise on her if only they had a traditional restaurant..Good Review from you...

@tipsfortravellers

7 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed, it has really split people. Many are not keen from various emails and comments I have got about the main dining room going. I know from guests that there were issues about getting tables when people wanted and believe that has been more sorted now, but clearly this is going to divide a lot of travellers. I look to see with interest what happens!!! Thanks so much for watching and taking time to leave your input and thoughts and add to the discussion. It was good to hear you enjoyed the video though :-)

@deemariedubois4916

6 жыл бұрын

Tips For Travellers If you can't get a seat in the 'regular' dining room, can you order room service from their menu or is there a separate room service menu?

1st thing people ask is the average price which you didint give?

How does it compare with Celebrity Beyond Retreat ?

Royal Caribbean now owns it

What are destination of silversea cruises?

Will you be going on the new Nova?

@tipsfortravellers

4 ай бұрын

I have not got anything booked on the new ships yet

It belongs to Royal Caribbean now

Silversea is ROYAL CARIBBEAN, just like SeaBourne is Carnival and Regent Seven Seas (and Oceania for that matter) is NCL.

@rabbit_scribe

3 жыл бұрын

It is now (unfortunately) but it wasn't at the time this video was made.

Do you have a clinic on the cruise for Alaska flights

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

I assume you mean Alaska cruise ? 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

@eaglenajd4923

6 жыл бұрын

thank you very much my friend

I was very disappointed with the dismal, low-ceiling dining rooms. The food itself was second-rate and the service was spotty, except in La Terraza.

Gary, Do they offer karaoke on board the Silver Muse?

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

+Gil Davis I don't remember it anywhere on the ship! But I'm not one who looks out for it! So I'm not sure. Sorry for not being more helpful. I would be surprised if not as it's such a popular activity

@tomeratomera5608

6 жыл бұрын

No P-L-E-A-S-E---!!!

@michaelvoisey8458

5 жыл бұрын

Benidorm or Butlins do

@antheamacdonald5923

5 жыл бұрын

Gil Davis yes they have a karaoke night!

Why is it so small though? And low? It don't look anywhere near 14 storeys.

I love so much about Silversea, yet I can't get over how uninspiring the decor/ colour palette is in every room. The design can be both classic and sophisticated, yet give some visual interest. Its a sea of beige and cream, with muted grey and blue.

@hed2410

Жыл бұрын

Sounds restful to me.

@randall8379

6 ай бұрын

@@hed2410 Totally agree. That's what I want from a line like SeiverSea, not the Carnival look.

Do you know how good this cruise company is compared to Royal Caribbean?

@tipsfortravellers

6 жыл бұрын

+Ridge Gaming and Vlogs it is very different with smaller numbers and very high level of personal service and quality of food and things like bedding much higher

@chriswilliams6568

5 жыл бұрын

Teagan, I think Gary explains that it is much more luxurious than RCI. More inclusions. Usually the smaller ships are more high end.

@massey3129

5 жыл бұрын

RC = Chevrolet. Silversea = Mercedes Benz.

@chriswilliams6568

5 жыл бұрын

On SIlversea you do not get the numbers of kids, if any, there are no rides or zip lines etc on Silversea. Way different, way more expensive, very elegant. Totally not the same in any respect.

@CamsPurpleCorner

5 жыл бұрын

@@massey3129 Great Analogy, so I now Know Which cruise ship to choose......Thanks!😊👌

I'm sure the ship is fabulous and provides a first class cruise, but the decor seems very dull, almost princess like. Lots is beige and variations of that.

@tipsfortravellers

7 жыл бұрын

+pumpkin462 the ship feels luxurious but do see what you mean about it not being very different colour etc wise. I guess they followed what is popular with most people in that regards ?

@tomeratomera5608

6 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't say 'very' dull. But it may do with 'some' more color ('slight touches here and there' -like in paintings-...NOT red or yellow or blue on the walls, drapes or bedspreads please! . These 'calm/newtral' colors are indeed elegant and trendy though.

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!

@2bitrasputin793

5 жыл бұрын

You think the kids were peeing in the pool? Rich Bratz would do that, for sure.

Sounds Great! Except for The Americans.

@richardjohnson8197

3 жыл бұрын

Don't be hatin' just because your country smells like ass.

this looks too much for old people who are retired

Quality of the service was far higher there when all staff was European . Past tense.

The ship looks beautiful except for the hideous artwork. Childlike fridge art that's framed up to spoil the walls. For that reason alone I'm reluctant to book.

@happytraveller2122

2 жыл бұрын

OMG. I would never think about NOT going on a cruise due to the Art on board

I understand why you have close-up face clip of yourself at the beginning of the video, but must you put it in thru out the entire video? We know what you look like, what we like to see are more details of the ship you are reviewing. We don't need to be reminded that you are bald and have lots of almagram filling in your teeth every five seconds.

@Shaun878

5 жыл бұрын

Your a horrible fucking person. Dont watch his videos...

@rabbit_scribe

3 жыл бұрын

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