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Seabourn

Seabourn Spirit

Italian Idyll

Italian Idyll	6 of 6 people found this review informative

Reviewed By: Newton, Linby on 12th Jan 2010
Cruise Line: Seabourn	Times cruised before: 10+
Cruise Ship: Seabourn Spirit	Sailed: October, 2009
Destination: Mediterranean	Age: 46-55
Cabin: Outside

We flew to Venice with much anticipation, having read all the reviews of Seabourn, were we right to spend the large amount, or would it all be worth it? We had booked with a TA who had organised a complete package, one night in 5* hotel in Venice 7 Nights on board Seabourn Spirit, then 2 nights 5* hotel in Rome. We were certainly not disappointed. 5* Venice was amazing, then the next morning we were taken to our seabourn yacht. We were shown to a lounge where snacks and champagne or fruit cocktails were available while we waited to be booked in. Then we were escorted to our room. Very sizeable with a large seating area with settee and easy chairs, drinks cabinet already stocked with our preferred drinks, then our steward arrived with canapes, more champagne and choices of various soaps. The bathroom had a double sink unit and bath and shower. There was also a large walk-in wardrobe. Everyone was so friendly, the staff almost anticipated what you needed before you realised it! The food was excellent, and so delicious. we usually ate in the main restaurant in the evenings, but it was outside on deck for breakfast and lunch. There was always areas to sit on a sunbed or find a quiet corner to relax. There was a well stocked library and also DVD's for loan. The activities were limited in number as it is only a small ship, but the cruise director Nick and His assistant Beth were excellent with their Broadway style show. There was also an excellent small band with singers and a duo and a classical guitarist, so no shortage of variety. All in all we felt that the cost was money well spent and excellent value. The cruise included all drinks and tips so no unexpected further bill to pay. We would highly recommend Seabourn and look forward to another trip.
Quality of Food
Usually ate in the main restaurant, food and service extremely good.
Entertainment
Limited due to the size of the ship but all most enjoyable.
Shore Excursions
A little on the expensive side . However we were very well looked after and in small groups so again good value.
Staff
Cruise director, and his assistant, Sean and Heidi in the Sky Bar, The staff in the retaurant all could not do enough for you.
Children's Facilities	n/a
Not a cruise to take children on
Onboard Activities
Very good for the size of the ship. Cooking Demo, Trivia, Name that Tune.
Cabins
l;arge and well thought out, excellent storage.
Overall Rating

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Comment by hyde, birmingham (12 May 11 21:20) about this REVIEW

Hi what about clothes choice, I expect there is only a small amount of weight on the plane? We have only cruised from Southampton so three large cases, how do you cope with Tuxedo and all else? Brian

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Question by Home, Edinburgh (17 Jan 10 16:25) about this REVIEW

That sounds wonderful! I am interested that you booked through a travel agent, as I am so often bombarded with 'offers' from various cruise brochures that arrive. Do you think you got a better deal that way? Very tempted by Seabourn.

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Answer by newton, nottingham (18 Jan 10 10:36) to a QUESTION by Home (17 Jan 10 16:25)

At the time we did think that it was a very good deal, and to be fair there are some excellent deals around. I do not think that we could have matched the price on this deal as it included all transfers and pre and post 5* hotels. We maybe could have done it ourselves with cheaper hotels. Prices have now increased on these deals so it is worth checking seabourn website first, then calling several TA's to see what they can offer, usually 10/12% discount and sometimes on some cruises seabourn include air fares.

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