Tex1

Yes they are included.  I believe they are for all cold weather expedition cruises where needed.

When they folded the flight department in with RCL, it was only a matter of time before these were done as well.  Sadly most were just order takers and provided little real value.  Your mostly better off with a knowledgeable TA instead anyway.

1 hour ago, Love.II.Cruise said:

We booked our first Silversea Cruise for the African Seychelles.  What is the average age onboard for this type of cruise?  

 

Thank you for your response.

Had a conversation with the hotel director a while ago on this.  He said classic cruises tend to be mid 70s.  Expedition trend younger, more so as you approach the poles.

I guess weather caused it to hit a pier, puncturing a hole in its hull.  There was a delay caused by Argentina authorities in inspections and permitting.  They are now repaired and on there way again.

This is truly devastating for all wildlife in Antarctica.  It will be interesting how IAATO and the cruise lines adapt to this next season.  I’m now more grateful that I went a year ago.

1 hour ago, southerngoose said:

@Tex1  Which ship did you see the machine you walk through?   I like the idea of the boot cleaning machine with brushes that clean the boots.

The Cloud and Wind do, I’d image the Endeavor as well, but not sure.  Bio security is incredible important, and taken VERY serious, especially with the bird flu epidemic.  However, they make it very easy to follow the rules, and provide the tools necessary,  no manual labor picking boots nightly to worry about:). 

Assuming you rent their boots, or ones you buy a clean going in, there is nothing to worry about.  They will disinfectant where need that you walk through, or they have a machine you walk through that scrubs the bottom and sides of the boots.  Nothing else was ever needed.

Depends on your goals.  When I went wildlife was a primary goal, so this would way too early for that.  That prime season from mid Dec- late Jan.  Super early season like this will offer pristine landscapes, snow and ice.  So much in past years some ports were unreachable or not safe.

edited: sorry I didn’t answer your direct question, as you likely already knew that.  Not sure 10 days will make a hugh difference,  

47 minutes ago, TLCOhio said:

 

Great question as to this surprising news.  We have been looking at and considering the Silver Wind for Antarctica in early 2025 on this ship.  The "rumors" for what it might be worth (or not), is that Silversea might be narrowing down its fleet and would be selling off the Silver Wind.  

 

Look forward to learning more.  

 

THANKS!  Enjoy!  Terry in Ohio

While they have already stated the Cloud/Wind likely won’t be around at the turn of the decade, i would guess it’s the Cloud that will go first.  Also would expect replacement to be available.

14 minutes ago, CJL2 said:

Actually, SS told me there are at least two on this cruise - Captain's dinner and one addiitonal.

Whoever you spoke to is wrong.  There are non on expedition cruises.

3 hours ago, kgoodman16 said:

Does anyone know what type of electrical outlets are in the cabins for Silver Wind.  Will US plugs work or do I need to bring adapters.  Thanks

 I adapters needed.  Plenty of US outlets, usb type a, and a few usb type c.

4 hours ago, mitchmagi said:

What was the outcome ?

Silversea travels with 200 or less to Antarctica.  There are more landing site available, as well as the ability to do two landings a day.  Ships with between 200-500 are limited on landing sites, and to one landing a day.  Ships over 500 passengers can’t land at all.

Remember the temps will be between 30-35 degrees, so no need for extra layers.  The vast majority of people wear a base layer, some type of pants and then the waterproof layer and are perfectly comfortable.  Going thicker will also back it harder to walk in the snow.

They don’t count in your weight restrictions.  However, you need to carry them on the plane.  Wear shoes that you can toss in your carryon, when you but your boots on.  You will need your boots, pants and jacket when you land in St George for the zodiak ride to the ship. Your Luggage and carryon will follow separately.

No Balconies are obstructed.

Before the season started, some scientists discussed closing the entire region down to tourism, do to the dire consequences on the bird flu spreading.  Sadly, when this reaches Antarctica, it is likely to wipe out many colonies of penguins, seals, birds, etc.  This is also compounded With most hatchlings from last year being born to late because of too much snow, and not surviving.  
 

I would not be surprised is this is the last year for a while landing are allowed in the region.  Heard they are also discussing shutting them down mid season if conditions change.  

They did use them both last years, thou mostly it was the MO.  Now the MO in Santiago is also not on par with other locations if your used to top tier hotels. They do have a great pool to relax.  
 

Silversea also used nothing but contractors in Santiago, and the communication has horrible, as each would have different answers.  I recommend just go with the flow, and all be will great once on the ship.

I found I never wore gloves as it wasn’t that cold!  Maybe a pair of waterproof gloves for the zodiac ride.  Or standard ski gloves if you have them.

1 hour ago, njguy_south said:

Other than on the website, does anyone have a link to or other pictures of the Vista Suite on the Silver Dawn?  What I have seen are showing the stock pictures. I am interested in the closet and bathroom, as well as any other views. Any videos or 3D tours of which one knows?

I have found if you google it, you will find pics and vids of each ship and suite class.

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32 minutes ago, Abuckett said:

We are booked Port2Port on our Christmas/New Year cruise directly through Silversea, not through Virtuoso. I was told that OBC was not allowed on P2P bookings.

Many TA provide there own OBC, independent of what SS offers.  

3 hours ago, labrasett said:

Just to throw in a curve ball on our flight to P. Williams in March we had to divert to Punta Arenas due to bad landing conditions in P. Williams.   We were advised of the diversion about 45 minutes before we were due to land in P. Williams.    We landed and within 45 minutes we were on buses to a hotel where they already had our information and just handed out room keys, they advised us dinner would be served in an hour and it was.   We ate a pleasant supper with wine included, had a good nights sleep, good breakfast then went back to the air field around mid day and flew on to P. Williams.   I have no idea what happened to the incoming cruise pax.   We left P. Williams within an hour or so of boarding and were able to enjoy a daylight trip down the Beagle Channel where there was an amazing array of wildlife both in the water and in the air.

 

This really goes to show, weather will rules everything about one’s trip to Antarctica.  Be prepared to be flexible, patient, and enjoy the experience,

There were 4 flights in January, that are staggered.  These planes will bring back to Santiago the guest on the prior cruise, and turn around and head back with the new passengers.  IIRC your time slot would be the first or second plane.  I was on the last flight, and we needed to stop in Punta Arenas as we were running low on fuel(not uncommon), due to a strong head wind, and arrived at the ship around 8pm.  FYI, Puerto Williams has an incredible short runway, so planes need to take off with a minimum fuel load.  And then stop in Punta Arenas for fuel, before heading for a Santiago.

It’s handled at the head office.  It can be assigned anytime, from immediately after booking, or you might not know till you board.

4 hours ago, rosewood jo said:

What does the SILVERSEA RED PARKA PLUS BACKBACK & WATER BOTTLE. WEIGHT.    ALL TOGETHER?    Thks

going in 5 weeks:) 

Really. It enough for you to worry about.  Many on their flight out of Santiago home, carried them on.