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M.B. Oct 22nd, 2002 09:38 AM

Small ship cruising?
 
Perhaps Paul can answer my question. I'm looking for ships with fewer than 400 passengers. I know of Seabourn, Silversea, and the Sea Dreams, but need information as to other lines. Any information on Radisson's Diamond? Thanks in advance!

xxx Oct 22nd, 2002 01:26 PM

Unlike other RSSC ships, the Diamond may not be the same caliber as Seabourn service, and food-wise. The ship's great though for stability!

M.B. Oct 22nd, 2002 02:05 PM

Yes, I know the Diamond would not be Seabourn, but my priority is the "few<BR>passenger" type. Mother just couldn't manage a large ship at her age.(94) She loves to cruise and we love Seabourn....<BR>as we cruise twice a year on either the Pride or the Legend, but they aren't making any 7 day Caribbean voyages in Nov. or Dec. so I thought we might just give the Radisson Diamond a "go".....<BR>Thank you for your feedback!

Paul Therault Oct 22nd, 2002 10:22 PM

Hi M.B.<BR><BR>Other than those above, Radisson also has the Paul Gauguin, Navigatror and Mariner. Their Song of Flower only carries about 180 pax.<BR><BR>Cunard has the Caronia which carries about 650 pax.<BR><BR>That is all unless you wish to sail the explorer type cruises.<BR><BR>Good luck and happy cruising.<BR><BR>Paul

ljk Oct 23rd, 2002 09:49 AM

The Caronia seems to be catering to a British market, and then an elderly one at that. I would pass. It is not the ship that it is supposed to be.

M.B. Oct 23rd, 2002 11:14 AM

Thank you for your feedback! After doing some research I think maybe the Radisson Diamond might be the best choice! During Nov. & Dec. very few small ships are cruising in the Caribbean. Any advice on the Diamond would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

Sandy Oct 24th, 2002 08:09 PM

You might consider Seadream Yachts. They used to be the Sea Goddess ships, and, with only 100 passengers, they are every bit as luxurious as Seabourn. They are sailing 7-day itineraries out of St. Thomas all winter.<BR>http://www.seadreamyachtclub.com/<BR>

judy Oct 25th, 2002 03:58 AM

I know this doesn't answer your question, but SeaDream ROCKS! So does Silversea and Radisson... Never did Seabourn. But SeaDream is SO &quot;your own yacht,&quot; so different from the traditional cruise. LOVED IT and can't wait to go back November 23rd!


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