MsCrystalina

I agree with the other posters. Going on my third Silversea later this year, Silversea treats solo travelers very well. On longer journeys, had 2 male dance hosts. One is able to meet more people and also free to join the group or not on any evening. Much better than past experiences on Princess, Crystal and Cunard.

To AveSaloon, Yes it sounds like ER!! Building all of those river boats and the most expensive explorer ship ever built was the beginning of the downfall! Loved the Symphony and Serenity but need a replacement before another 5 years, please!.

There are many river boats, I sailed the Nile on a very luxurious one! All luxury lines have expeditions vessels. Why would Crystal need to add them?? They need new ocean-going ships; the old ones are for the most part not at full capacity. If they are going into river boats and excursions, then I do not see any replacement for the aging ships for many years if the company survives.

The waitlisted voyages on Nova are now cancelled, my friend and I are disappointed!

As per a friend's email, Australia on the Nova for 30 days beginning 14 Dec 2025 has been cancelled. If not in Australia, a slow cruise from Cape Town up the western coast of Africa would be welcomed.

Yes- would not make sense to have 3 ships in area if 1 or 2 can fill demand. I really want to sail on the Nova during that time in Australia! Love all those great outdoor places!

I have been looking at the Nova for Australian cruising in December/Jan 2025-26. There are no 25 percent solo supplements for them. Prices are several thousand more than in 2024. Had decided to book Nova in next few weeks for Cairns-Melbourne. A friend in Europe has already booked and notified me today that all are waitlisted! There were several suites available earlier in week at all levels. The other ships- the Moon and I think the Muse are also in the region and they too are showing waitlisted!! Any news as to why??

I recommend the packs of Neutrogena make-up remover tissues in a resealable package. about 3 US dollars and can use before sailing to be sure no allergies or sensitivity.

As noted above, Uniworld has good deals for solos. They waive the single supplement on most of their itineraries. Also just love the food and service- are luxurious- definitely in my opinion better than Viking.

Uniworld is also going to lease two of the former Crystal riverboats from the German company which acquired them with the collapse of Crystal within the next 2 years.. I never sailed the river with Crystal but read the river boats were very spacious and luxurious. No Uniworld for me this year but plan one for 2025.

I recommend Uniworld River Cruises. I started with a Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Basel. Have done 3 with them and happy with no plans to change. Felt like in a luxurious French boutique hotel, food and service great. All have incredible Savoir beds- most comfortable bed ever! They do not carry as many people as Viking. Recommend one of the newer boats with SS before name. All-inclusive food, alcohol, tours and local entertainment in evening. I prefer autumn sailings.

In November, the hair dryer on Nova was very adequate as I have very long, thicker hair and was quicker than my home dryer

Very impressive builds- all of my older favorite Princess ships, all of Silversea- including the magnificent Nova- best design ever IMHO- and the soon to sail Ray! Crystal will be marvelous with new ships in coming years!

LAL Cruiser- All those issues- kicked out, site busy- check later, waitlisted etc occurred prior to cancellation of a Nov 2024 Suez passage (Athens to Singapore) about 6 months ago. Should be getting notice of cancellation soon and possibly entire new itinerary or refund specifics. Actually, it was done a year prior to the planned cruise in early Nov 2023. One of the few that were not last minute!

The elevators On Nova open into a large area with the stairs and you exit it into the room corridors- no noise heard in rooms at all from elevators or the whited-out areas (which are crew areas). very quiet ship.