Minerva Review

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The best pampered, educative time had in years!

Review for the Middle East Cruise on Minerva
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artemisiag
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

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Sail Date: Mar 2013

I went on the 'Holy Lands' cruise, March - April 2013. It was fantastically good value and had the most wonderful time!

I loved being on the ship, arriving at an exotic port at dawn, a days fabulous sightseeing,all extremely well and comfortably organised. The best local restaurants booked for us at lunchtime, top-flight lecturers informing us on what we were seeing and about the countries we visited - an amazing education whilst being totally pampered.

As the passengers never exceed 350, you never feel crowded. In fact, it's easy to be alone if you want to, and that's not just in your comfortable cabin. (I booked the cheapest) If you are a single passenger wanting to socialise, you're invited to join other passengers at tables at mealtimes; if not, no problem. It's a very friendly and respectful atmosphere. Again, for single passengers, a drinks party was arranged on the second evening on board to introduce you to staff and other singles. Minerva cruises attract intelligent people with curiosity/experience about their world.

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My cabin was the cheapest but comfortable, well-equipped and clean. I enjoyed the L'Occitane toiletries. Being inside and on the lowest deck it was a bit noisy on the one rather rough night, but nothing to complain about, even for Ms Fussy, me!

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