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I don’t want to start rumors however, yesterday they started asking people to use the sanitizer or wash basin before entering the restaurants. If you ask why, the answer is for safety. We always do anyway, but others haven’t. No code was called, or reason given. Actually, I had wished they did this from the beginning of the cruise. We boarded December 11.

Yes they do, but we arrived just before are appointment. So we sat in the general lobby area and filled out a short questionnaire that the therapist will go over with. We were taken right away into the room for the treatment. The rooms are big with a private shower. I’m not sure about the sauna because we didn’t use it. They champagne.and other little treats beside flavored water with real fruit (type that is serviced at The Art’s Cafe”. They have a pool and the typical amenities of any good resort.

To is the crossing though the Panama Canal. This is are 5th trip with a transit, so nothing really for us, it is something everyone should see during their life time. We’re using the day to relax on the deck and watch the transit, scenery. Most likely have lunch on the deck as it’s warm, not really hot. Other than that not much to report…………

The Spa. It’s very nice and welcoming. We’ve had a few treatments so far, all very good-in fact really nice. The pricing some think is high, but it’s really no more than at a good resort. Besides Champagne they have favored water and little treats. The staff A+.

The other night before dinner we had a little party for a few people we met. The Butler did a nice job in setting up, all the food hasn’t been placed yet and caviar will arrive soon. They made egg nog for us as it was Christmas eve.

I realize that, but really the person in charge of tours for Silversea should have something available for guest. In the long run it’s cheaper for Silversea, as guest aren’t taking a tour that cost Silversea.

One thing that is kind of odd, we don’t really do a lot of touring unless it’s something we really want to see. So a lot of times we take the shuttle bus from the ship to the drop off. Silversea really doesn’t have people come on board to tell you what the port is about and hat to do like Regent. Like today we’re in Panama City, we asked the tour desk where does the shuttle bus drop you off? No one knows for sure other than an address for the shuttle. So if you’re not taken a tour it’s a guess unless you take a taxi which most of the time we do that.

Here are the photo’s I promised of Christmas dinner. It was all nicely presented and tasted really good. The mushroom soup was a standout as was the Foie Gras. On Ron’s plate you can’t see the turkey- the pan seared Foie Gras covered most of the turkey (the 2nd photo). Our friend dinning with us had the Steak and lobster combo. Didn’t take a photo of the soup for some reason, but it wouldn’t have photographed very good.

Just at breakfast with one of the families with children . The gifts were not at random, but depending on age, gender the ship made decisions for each child. Are friends child got a nice size toy race car. I also so a few dolls around the ship for little girls. I was a nice plan Silversea put together for Christmas.

This is the dinner menu from last night (Christmas Dinner). I’ll had pictures of the plating later today.

We really hav’t gone out of way to do that. We pretty much cruise for quiet time and just plain relaxation. However we’ve had lunch and dinner with a few people we met around the ship. If you take part in the activities on the ship you’ll have a good opportunity to meet others. It’s really up to you.

Christmas Dinner, I would say 95% of the people dressed for the night. Dinner itself was outstanding. The food was Delicious and the platting very nice, all in all the the evening was really special. We had a starter of Foir Gras Terrine which very good, followed by a Cream of Porcini and Truffle Soup which exceptional. After that we had Traditional Turkey Roast, Ron added Pan-Fried Foie Gras on top. We both enjoyed the Turkey and Ron loved the added Foie Gras. The meal ended with a Christmas Pudding & Yule Log for dessert. The platting was exceptional as the Christmas Pudding. The Yule Log was nice, but not really that good. Over all the evening was a nice ending of the day. We took some photo’s and I’ll post soon-Think you’ll like these if your thinking of a Christmas cruise.

Sorry I don’t, the Santa thing was pretty cool. Santa’s bag look small so I don’t thing anything big. We met a family with a child- went we see them I’ll ask and get back to you.

It’s Christmas Day, very pleasant. Today Santa arrived on the ship for the kids on board, nice touch Silversea made. All children got a gift from Santa himself. Today at lunch we when to La Terrazza, yes the buffet again. Surprising again it was good. They had real nice choice of salads, entrées and desserts. was really surprised they had a few Mexican dishes like chimichangas. They were really good and full of spice. served cuts from a large ham, and of course the other general meets and the pasta of the day. Tonight will be dining at Allantide for Christmas Dinner. They say all 3 main dining restaurants will have the same menu for tonight. The Grill will have it’s regular menu. So let’s how they do Christmas dinner. We’ve asked a crew member to join us for dinner.

Christmas Eve we had dinner with some other guest board, had a nice wonderful evening. Our small Christmas Eve party when off as planned, Silversea did a nice job on the food and presentation. After the little get together They a Christmas sing along using all 3 floors in the near the center of the ship. We planned to go to the evening Christmas show, but never made it. WISHING EVERYONE A HAPPY HOLIDAY AND A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄🎁 Enjoy your day no matter what you’re doing…………..

Lois, On Oceania they had a special dinner, 3 tables, 8 at a table. Special Waitstaff with 2 chef’s. Each dish was explained as served, same with wines. Everything was prepared and plated. just a few feet away. Small portions with many courses. It’s been years since we cruised them.

Yes, it’s the Salt Dinners, I think the extra cost is $160 or $180–not really sure but I’ll check the price. They do it within the Salt Kitchen-I not sure about everyday, but many days and I understand it’s been sold out. I believe 16 per night.

Can’t say about the Hot Chocolate, but I’m sure you can order it. For Christmas we invite a few people for a before dinner party and asked for Egg Nog and they made it for us. We are treated like anyone else of the ship, always called by name, always courtesy and never have we felt uncomfortable anyplace on the ship or getting off or on the ship.

Today we leave Guayaquil, Ecuador for the return Canal trip. Not being funny but the Chronicles show this picture of the city—I shoot one that’s reality. Looks a little different or we just when to the wrong place. But since it was a Silversea Bus, it must have been the right place, can you pick the ones I shoot.

Costco has it during the Holidays and most of the time via on-line sales. So you can have it more offend.

When we cruised Oceania awhile back, they had a special dinner (usually 3 different nights, each had a special name, plus an up charge) with a limited number of 16 guest. The up charge if I remember right was @125.00pp but include really high end Champagne and Wine.

You know I forgot about the better caviar, but the Fori Gras was very good.

Quick note: We decided to stay in and forget dinner and watch a movie. About 8:30PM we got a little hungry so we called our Butler. Super fast service, I ordered a Club Sandwich and Ron had the Tuna Wrap and a salad. Table set nicely even though we said not necessary. Honestly The Wrap and Club tasted freshly made, toast was warm and the French Fries hot and crisp. Best of all both sandwiches tasted very good. Once done after 10:00PM (room service takes over) we called, and they wanted to know how everything was, and everything was taken away promptly. Service service get’s an Excellent rating. Should have taken pictures because it looked as good as it tasted, sorry no photos. But I’m going to have a Club again.

Not a problem, if you need any other information let me know—We’re on the ship until January 4th……..

1. House wine is including in the price. 2. a special wine pairing is $90.00. 3. champagne pairing is $140.00. All per person. We don’t drink so I can’t tell what the service. They say the wine they service at La Dame isn’t available at any other restaurant on the ship. Hope this helps.