Would Seabourn be OK for my friend and her sons?

[margbem]

My friend is very newly widowed but has spent many happy holidays cruising with her late husband. She is thinking of cruising with her 2 sons aged 26 and 21 and wonders if Seabourn would be suitable. She wants to be cared for and cosseted and her sons are very mature and enjoy good meals and talking to people. They don't want lots of night-life. Any advice to help her make her decision?

[SantaAna,CA]

Lots of nightlife isn't what Seabourn is known for. Young people looking for lots of activity might be disappointed. Seabourn is understanded, quiet, elegant and caters to a more sedate, older crowd in my opinion (one of the reasons I like it). Although they do have a small casino and the club is open late...there's no disco. If they are looking for other twenty-somethings, better to go with the larger ships I think, Carnival, RCL, etc. Although some young people might like the slower pace of Seabourn, I think many would feel constricted, as it's a fairly small ship with not alot of "action"!

[tulip 1]

My friend is very newly widowed but has spent many happy holidays cruising with her late husband. She is thinking of cruising with her 2 sons aged 26 and 21 and wonders if Seabourn would be suitable. She wants to be cared for and cosseted and her sons are very mature and enjoy good meals and talking to people. They don't want lots of night-life. Any advice to help her make her decision?

 

Looking at the profile of your friend and her childeren I think they would love it on Seabourn.

I would advice a cruise in Europe as they will enjoy th company and pampering but there will also be a lot of ports to visit and experience.

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[SantaAna,CA]

You said they "don't" want much nightlife.

 

You know, I just got new glasses too......

 

:o

[margbem]

Thanks for your comments. I think she's seriously looking at Seabourn.

 

We're looking forward to our summer holiday in California (before we go on out cruise later on)

[Kate-AHF]

In reading the profile of your friends I think they might be happy with Seabourn as well. Lack of nightlife notwithstanding.

 

When we did a Med cruise in 06, there were several families enjoying themselves, with 20-somethings and teen-somethings. The "kids" seemed to be having a great time - enjoying the shore-ex and just being with their parents and grandparents. THey were well-spoken - did enjoy ineracting with other guests (I spent some time talking to a few of them). One, in particular, was a burgeoning "foodie" and I don't think he would have been happy on any other line to tell the truth.

 

I'm betting that after the recent loss of their father, those young men are more interested in spending quality time with mom - and if this is what will make her happy - they will be happy.

[Kagehitokiri]

definitely seabourn.

 

of course if budget is not a factor, the world has 2/3BR units.

[highcbob]

I assume the new and larger 'Odyssey' will have a bit more of an up-beat night life.

[johnnycruise]

I would recommend checking with your travel agent for another more suitable cruise line - the young men are not a demographic that Seabourn caters to ... not in the least. Unless the young men enjoy each other's company they will be quite bored. (I am slightly less than twice their age and I am usually one of the youngest passengers.) The majority will be the age of the young mens' grandparents. It could work on a very port-intensive cruise, but why chance it? Isn't the purpose of a holiday for everyone to have a good time?

[JaneBP]

Let's not forget the pampering and cossetting for the Mother. She won't get that elsewhere. I think Seabourn is fine for her sons. Just think what their youth can add to the Trivia team!!!

[CruisinMatt]

I'm usually the youngest on board as well (late 30's). Your sons will have a great time! :D

[LaPaloma]

I can't think of a better situation for both mother and sons than SB. We have found that the twenties somethings actually enjoy the world of the mature once in a while...our daughter, though late thirties when she started sailing with us, acually prefered the octogenarians. She found them full of stories, info, and dug interesting facts out of them that we would not have taken the time for. As for me, I have enjoyed many young things who seemed to have sought me out as a pal for the entire trip. I think that is what the young men will enjoy after the fast paced life that we all lead. What a good friend that you are looking out for them.

[margbem]

Thanks everyone for your comments. She asked for a price today (good job she was sitting down!) and they are asking 200% for her alone in a suite so it looked out of the question. However, another booking agency then quoted a lot less if she goes with a cat A guarantee so she's hoping she can do this. She started looking at other lines but has been spoiled just by the brochure of Seabourn!! I think she may go for it in the end.

[Fblack]

So what's the average age for a Seabourn Passenger?

[Kagehitokiri]

So what's the average age for a Seabourn Passenger?

 

depends on itin.

 

the average on the crossing i did would have been a lot lower than what many people suggest. there was even a kid under 10.

[CruisinMatt]

So what's the average age for a Seabourn Passenger?

 

I'd say 60-65....

[MarciAnn]

Do you think the Odyssey will be different? I plan on taking my kids (21 and 26) with us to Europe on this ship this summer. It is a great itinerary and my daughter will love the spa. I thought with more nightlife venues there might be a more diversified crowd. They ae used to luxury hotels and don't like a crazy scene. Your thoughts?

[Seabourn-nail]

Do you think the Odyssey will be different? I plan on taking my kids (21 and 26) with us to Europe on this ship this summer. It is a great itinerary and my daughter will love the spa. I thought with more nightlife venues there might be a more diversified crowd. They ae used to luxury hotels and don't like a crazy scene. Your thoughts?

They will love it!

My children did at their age and they still love it now (early 30).

They always connect with the crew a lot, who like it also to see some younger passengers. And yes, there is time for a chat with them!

Marja

[james king]

I'm 34, have done many seabourn cruises (including a grand voyage of a month!) and have two seabourn cruises booked for this year. It's about the quality of life, the finer things and being able to just relax and read a book (listen to ipod).

 

The food is outstanding, the people are very nice and the ships crew will make sure they have a great time. I don't like nightlife (well not disco's anyway) and talking to people is a really interesting pastime.

 

Cat A GTEE is the way to go, all the cabins are pretty much identical (well apart from the OS and Classic cabins)

 

Im on the 27th June cruise from Barcelona for 7 nights, and again on the 21st of December for another grand voyage... they will love it!!