decibeldb Posted January 18, 2011 #1 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Hi All Looking at an Artic cruise for the summer. I like the look of Silversea for this but I have also come accross another option. This is the MS Expedition owned by a line called Gap Adventures. It is clearly not the same quality as Silversea but the price difference is very large. I could not find any info on this ship or operator on the site. Has anyone been on this ship? thanks db Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted January 18, 2011 #2 Share Posted January 18, 2011 How far Arctic did you have in mind? In June there are cruises on Grand Princess, Costa Pacifica, Crystal Serenity, Oceania Insignia. In July we add Celebrity Constellation, Fred Olsen Braemar, and Marco Polo. and in August HALs Prinsendam. Try this website for further research: Carnival Splendor will be leaving San Diego Wed. during daylight hours and will take three days to make the trip under her own power, accompanied by two tugs. During the drydock they will install one diesel generator and two alternators. EM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
decibeldb Posted January 18, 2011 Author #3 Share Posted January 18, 2011 I was looking at the cruises north of Spitzbergen, so quite a way north. I should also have mentioned that I'm based in Europe, which is why I was looking at Norwegian departures. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted January 18, 2011 #4 Share Posted January 18, 2011 I was looking at the cruises north of Spitzbergen, so quite a way north. I should also have mentioned that I'm based in Europe, which is why I was looking at Norwegian departures. Thanks We cruised up to the Polar Ice cap on Oceania this summer I think they do the cruise in June this year try some the expedition/adventure ships but they are usually more $$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted January 18, 2011 #5 Share Posted January 18, 2011 You might also look at Hapag-Lloyd. AMost of their ships do expedition style. http://www.hl-cruises.com/redwork/do.php?layoutid=100&node=191441&language=2# Specifically, try this one from Nome (Alaska) to Reykjavik through the Northwest Passage: http://www.hl-cruises.com/redwork/do.php?layoutid=110&node=206549&language=2&page=2&jid=2922 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
decibeldb Posted January 20, 2011 Author #6 Share Posted January 20, 2011 I think I have narrowed it down to the following Crystal Serenity North Cape Panorama June 13 Into the Midnight Sun July 8 Silversea Prince Albert II Iceland to Longyearbyen June 13 Oceania Insignia Lands of Midnight Sun June 23 Question All of my cruises before have been with Seabourn I know that Silversea is nearly as inclusive as Seabourn, but I am not clear about the other 2. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. thanks db Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted January 20, 2011 #7 Share Posted January 20, 2011 There are boards here for Crystal, Silversea, Oceania...Up under Cruise Lines A-O and P-Z. Suggest you post your questions there...EM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitty9 Posted January 20, 2011 #8 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Crystal gives you a $1000 on board credit, so that will make the cruise all inclusive because that amount will cover all your on board charges. Oceania is not all inclusive and is not a luxury line like Seabourn/Silversea/Crystal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted January 20, 2011 #9 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Oceania Insignia Lands of Midnight Sun June 23 db I can only speak of Oceania They are a Premium line not all inclusive though ...they do not included wine, alcohol or shore excursions Small ship less than 700 passengers, entertainment is not their strong suit Excursions.. you are best to find others to share on the Roll Call No charge for specialty restaurants, no formal nights, sodas & bottled water included I would check the other forums & cruise line websites & decide what works best for you some of our pictures from this year http://travel.webshots.com/album/578380757xQcCBv Lyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
decibeldb Posted January 21, 2011 Author #10 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Given my Champagne, wine and specialty beer consumption on the Odyssey that $1,000 will probably last about 4 days. Ah well that's what credit cards are for. db Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snuffie Posted January 21, 2011 #11 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Hi DB I left you a message on the Crystal STEX thread for you to contact me. We have done Crystal 24x and absolutely love it. You will too! While the cabins are not as large as other ships, the service is incredible and they make you feel great. When you decide on the cruise, don't forget to take out the $1,200 for air which is included in the cost of the cabin. Also, the As You Wish onboard credit of $1,000 per person makes it highly affordable. Be sure to go to the Crystal STEX thread (Share the Experience) to read about how to get additional shipboard credits for having someone "sponsor" you. We are on the June 13th cruise and we can't wait!!!!!!! Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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