We chose this cruise due to the timing (mid June before the big summer crowds), the length (seven days), the ports of call, the offer associated with it (airfare), and the fact that we love sailing on Silversea. Their ships feel like home now, the staff is ultra professional yet friendly, and the guests are always a pleasure to meet. Although not specifically a themed cruise, the itinerary, the excursion options, the entertainment, the lectures, the amenities, all would please seniors, families, couples, honeymooners, people of all nationalities. We had a bit of each and everyone seems to have enjoyed it, as you could overhear raves at dinner, after shows, during excursions.... This is a fantastic way to get a taste of Northen European cities of note and charm - Southampton, Brugge/Ghent, Amsterdam, Hamburg, Skane, Copenhagen.

Regarding Silversea cruising in general, we could not recommend it enough. The size of the vessels makes it more personalized both because you get to interact with other guest more easily, if you want, and you receive great service from all the staff who quickly recognize and greet you by name. And, it is such a treat to travel worry-free as these sailings are always all-inclusive so there is no concern about over spending on drinks or wondering about appropriate tipping or anything of the sort. The icing on the cake: the cuisine is superb.

If you try Silversea once, you, like us, will keep on coming back. Antarctica is next!