Rare Silver Spectre Posted September 28, 2017 #26 Share Posted September 28, 2017 We have a full ship with Fernando and Norman Rafelson travelling as guests. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare WesW Posted September 29, 2017 #27 Share Posted September 29, 2017 Happy to hear Mrs. Silver and you are now on board. Thanks for sharing the Muse suite snap. Look forward to reading more about your Muse impressions from hardware to software. Hope y'all have a terrific voyage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Silver Spectre Posted September 29, 2017 #28 Share Posted September 29, 2017 Happy to hear Mrs. Silver and you are now on board. Thanks for sharing the Muse suite snap. Look forward to reading more about your Muse impressions from hardware to software. Hope y'all have a terrific voyage. Thanks Wes. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Silver Spectre Posted September 29, 2017 #29 Share Posted September 29, 2017 Little Miss Whisper passing by on their way to Quebec Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Echo Posted September 29, 2017 Author #30 Share Posted September 29, 2017 Muse Maiden from Montreal to FLL - Part 2 I am delighted that others onboard are sharing their thoughts and progress updates on this thread. As already noted our berth in Montreal's "boondocks" caused some confusion to independents not using an SS transfer. What should have been a $10 cab ride for us, ended up at $30, and an unscheduled tour around most of the port area! For the record Captain Zanello heads the team that includes Ken the HD who stood in at short notice and will be succeeded by Lester at the end of this cruise in FLL. Jimmy is the CD and Luke a former Voices of Silversea is filling the post of Assistant CD. Anne-Marie is the Executive Chef who did such a superb job from start up in April and excelled on the night of the ChrIstening. As Silver Spectre has reported, all cabins are occupied, but with many singles, the passenger complement is 525 out of a maximum of 596. Around 100 have stayed on from the previous cruise. Jimmy said that Trivia was exceptionally well attended during the TA with well over 100 and we wait to see what this afternoon brings. Time marches on - towards 4.45 pm and we dare not be late!! All for now Kindest regards Master Echo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jollyjones Posted September 30, 2017 #31 Share Posted September 30, 2017 MarineTraffic - such a useful app. I always look at it on embarkation morning to see where my ship actually is, saves any confusion. It's also useful on board when pulling into dock since many ports have more than one dock - I like to know if there's anything within walking distance or if I am condemned to a bus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perfectionistcruiser Posted September 30, 2017 #32 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Jolly jones thanks so much for the excellent recommendation of Marine Traffic I think it's great and have downloaded all the S S fleet onto it. How else would,I have known that the Cloud is undergoing her transformation to expedition ship in Malta. :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
les37b Posted September 30, 2017 #33 Share Posted September 30, 2017 MarineTraffic - such a useful app. I always look at it on embarkation morning to see where my ship actually is, saves any confusion. It's also useful on board when pulling into dock since many ports have more than one dock - I like to know if there's anything within walking distance or if I am condemned to a bus. Ah, you wait until you reach stalker status and receive daily updates of the whereabouts of the Cloud, Wind, Muse and Shadow! All must have information of course! I always tend to look in advance to see "what's in port", which is good for being nosey, but also to know if you're sharing with monster ships which could play a part in the decision to book a tour or DIY. Funnily I don't always use the info from MT.... Back in June, I waited for the Wind to pass me on the Thames... and waited and waited. The Wind was still showing as being at Tower Bridge which couldn't possibly be correct.... except it was, as Wes can confirm! Navigational instrument problems ended up meaning a 10 hour or so delay due to Tidal issues. Sadly I missed that as it was then at about 6am or so at Dartford where I fly the drone from. I've yet to have a pass by I've been aware of like SS just posted of the Whisper, but really hopeful to share a port one day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emtbsam Posted September 30, 2017 #34 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Have tried to post twice but lost my text somehow. Overall impression is very good. More when I have a better keyboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stumblefoot Posted September 30, 2017 #35 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Ken the HD who stood in at short notice and will be succeeded by Lester at the end of this cruise in FLL. Jimmy is the CD. Anne-Marie is the Executive ChefMaster Echo, Do you know how much longer Anne-Marie and Jimmy will be on board? We've enjoyed Anne-Marie's cooking in the past and while never sailing with Jimmy before, imagine we would enjoy so from the posts of fellow cruisers here who have. Also, is Lester a new HD? I don't remember reading his name here before. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Echo Posted September 30, 2017 Author #36 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Hello Stumblefoot Jimmy and Luke - the latter is the ADC, will be on unril January. They will be succeeded by Vicki and Sandra. Anne Marie has only been back after vacation for three weeks and is looking very well and rested. I do not know how long her contract is, but will find out and let you know. I first sailed with Lester in November 2012 on the Wind and again in February 2016 on the Shadow. Kindest regards Master Echo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stumblefoot Posted September 30, 2017 #37 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Thank you Master Echo! We look forward to meeting Lester and Jimmy in a month. And, glad to hear that Anne-Marie will be with us too! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwisleman Posted September 30, 2017 #38 Share Posted September 30, 2017 We will be on the Dec 18th Holiday Cruise. Interested to know if tuxes and gowns are common on formal nights. We are extremely disappointed with no real dress code on Seabourn and miss the opportunity to dress formally. Hopefully Silversea passengers will be more like we were accustomed to prior to the move on the part of Seabourn to the mass market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stumblefoot Posted September 30, 2017 #39 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Interested to know if tuxes and gowns are common on formal nights.Yes, you will definitely see tuxes / dark suits on gentlemen and gowns / dresses on ladies during formal nights. NYE is quite fun too with most everyone dressed to the nines. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Echo Posted October 1, 2017 Author #40 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Muse Maiden from Montreal to FLL Sept 28 to Oct 12 Part 3 The parachutes that we thought we saw dropping onto the ship overnight during our two sea days, and which were ascribed to US Navy Seals practising a drill, proved to be an extra 23 passengers. Actually, as we have found previously, the passenger complement varies depending on to whom you pose the question. Never being satisified with the first answer, a recount has upped the passenger complement to 548. A straw poll of two other couples plus Sir and Madame who ate in La Terrazza last night elicited the information that too many of the dishes served were regarded as unacceptable. This is a disappointing standard. Trivia today had 13 teams, one less than yesterday, with numbers around 100. The size of Dolce Vita provides an ideal venue and I am pleased to say that the competition to date has not become over competitive, albeit closely fought. Jimmy has maintained the high standard which he sets himself. During the first sea day quite a few people regarded the ship as cold, reflecting outside air temperatures in the mid 50's. Happily matters have warmed up internally today, thought not outside. A short call at Halifax Nova Scotia beckons tomorrow - arrival noon. More to follow Kindest regards Master Echo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Silver Spectre Posted October 1, 2017 #41 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Plus we have on board 404 crew. Poor standard continues in Atlantide this evening, great service but tough Argentine steak, served on the new extra cold platter, all heat gone in a couple of minutes. Bring back the porcelain plates please. Great Karaoke night in the Paranormal to round off a lovely day. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinPashmina Posted October 1, 2017 #42 Share Posted October 1, 2017 I like the Muse! It's a beautiful ship. The brochure pictures don't do her justice. So far, both the food and especially the service have been very good. I am going to save up my impressions and write a real report when I get home. The only one hour of "free" internet makes me too nervous to write. It has been terrific to put Cruise Critic names and actual people together. No disappointments....everyone I met at the Mix and Mingle have been terrific. So wonderful to see Norman and Fernando...two of my most favorite SS people! And it has been both fun and enlightening to attend John Fleming's lectures. Great weather in Halifax today...Portland tomorrow....and I know that there will be a lobster with my name on it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lchoi98 Posted October 1, 2017 #43 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Is the lecturer John V. Fleming professor emeritus of Princeton University? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Echo Posted October 2, 2017 Author #44 Share Posted October 2, 2017 Muse Maiden from Montreal Part 4 An excellent dinner in Indochine, of rock lobster and Malabar chicken had just the right amount of spice for our palates used to Indian food. The glitch was that the first dishes of chicken and fried noodles and vegetables arrived at the table cold and were therefore sent back for the items to be returned closer to their cooked temperature! Next, a near cloudless day in Halifax awaited us when we woke this morning. Seven Seas Mariner tried to queue jump to effect an earlier arrival ahead of us but pulled back as we took precedence. We were certainly blessed with calm warm and sunny conditions during this too short half day call and took a ship's excursion to Peggy's Cove. Trivia beckons- without wishing to blow our trumpets our team comprising Well Seasoned, Embtsam and Cruisin Pashmina has not disgraced itself. More to follow Kindest regards Master Echo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Silver Spectre Posted October 2, 2017 #45 Share Posted October 2, 2017 Heading towards Portland, Maine this morning, where we meet US Immigration and the ship gets US Customised for the first time. We hope they treat us gently. Had a second try of Kaseki for lunch yesterday and ended up being the only guest to eat there, so service and attention was superb. Tea in the Arts Cafe works ok, but only if less than 20 people decide to turn up. For the 2nd day out of 4 we did not get clotted cream with the scone. Another galley glitch. Had an excellent dinner in the cafeteria ( La Terrazza) last night, but still cannot get a really hot plate. Manfredi is apparently bringing 150 guests on board in New York, so we are waiting to hear how much of the ship will be left for us in the evening. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wellseasoned Posted October 2, 2017 #46 Share Posted October 2, 2017 Is the lecturer John V. Fleming professor emeritus of Princeton University? No, he is not our esteemed former literature professor at Princeton. He is a young, interesting travel destination lecturer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lchoi98 Posted October 2, 2017 #47 Share Posted October 2, 2017 No, he is not our esteemed former literature professor at Princeton. He is a young, interesting travel destination lecturer. Glad to hear the John Fleming on board is a great destination lecturer. But what an amazing series lectures that would be if John Fleming *63 were giving them especially on the medieval monastic tradition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Silver Spectre Posted October 2, 2017 #48 Share Posted October 2, 2017 Some of the 'art' on board is not to my taste Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
les37b Posted October 2, 2017 #49 Share Posted October 2, 2017 Thats one of the better ones! The worst are the ones that contain photos and lots of squiggles all over them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Silver Spectre Posted October 2, 2017 #50 Share Posted October 2, 2017 Sailing into Portland, Maine Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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