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Marvelous Trip on a beautiful ship by Larry305

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Silver Origin / Destination: Galapagos

One of my best voyage, the magic of the Galapagos and the service of the Origin...

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. by Modark

Sail date: / Traveled as: Singles/Friends
Ship: MSC Seaside / Destination: South America

Gostei mt e achei mt legal, pena que acabou a festa

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3.6

Different Expectation for Expedition Cruise by ScottGreenberg

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Silver Origin / Destination: Galapagos

Overall, we enjoyed the experience. It was, as mentioned above, a different level of service, food and flexibility compared to more traditional Silversea cruises. With that said, if you go knowing ahead of time what to expect, you'll have a great time. I thought the guides were fantastic - both onboard and onshore. The educational programs were excellent. NOTE: There are a LOT of physically challenging activities onshore (climbing over rocks, wet landings, snorkeling, hiking, etc.), so I think it's important that you're in decent physical condition if you want to really enjoy all that this expedition has to offer.

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Avoid Silversea by SDM2023

Sail date: / Traveled as: Family (young children)
Ship: Silver Galapagos / Destination: South America

Customer Service is terrible and would never recommend this company to anyone.

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4.5

CRUISE REFUSED DOCKING IN SAN ANTONIO/SANTIAGO CHILE by S148TOY

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Ship: Celebrity Eclipse / Destination: South America

Some wish to blame Celebrity for this cancellation. Blame China, COVID-19 Chile closing their port at the last minute, notifying Celebrity within 24 hours, the port at midnight, ship was arriving at 2:00am. When you book your own airfare, Celebrity isn't to blame, but still offering $300pp. These are unprecedented times. Those stuck aboard, free 14 day cruise to San Diego, reimbursed to those who paid, 100% refunded or 125% FCC. Open bars, free internet, all ship activities being provided, not charging gratuities(although everyone should tip the crew), free flights to home airports. Situation horrible to those who flew in to join this cruise, either booked own airfare or used ChoiceAir. Those who used ChoiceAir supposedly were being helped but things were chaotic this last weekend, so some maybe weren't helped as they should have been. It was chaotic on the ship too, we waited in line for 4 1/2 hours on Sunday booked two flights then had to cancel both including hotel, many hassles. Guest Services staff only got rest on Thursday night when we sailed.

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5.0

Fabulous Ship, Captain and Crew by Pboothe

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Azamara Pursuit / Destination: South America

This was our first Azamara cruise and we were so impressed with everything, we decided that we will be an Azamara Customer for life. The service was fabulous and with a smile. The food in the dining room was fabulous and the menu had many choices. Pool area had some shade with lounge chairs to get out of the sun. The gym was great with a view, plenty of equipment and area for yoga and Pilates classes, spin cycle classes. They offered watercolor painting , jewelry making, and needlepoint classes at no charge. The 3 piece live band played prior to dinner and after dinner. We danced almost every night. There were a variety of shows with 2 seatings. The Captain Carl and Cruise directorTony were always around smiling and available if you had any questions. The ship was very bright and very clean. If you have never been on an Azamara Cruise, YOU Should Go On One, You will not be Disappointed. We have been on other cruise lines and we were VERY impressed with Azamara!!!!

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4.9

Wonderful South American Cruise by lsteverson

Sail date: / Traveled as: Large Group
Ship: Norwegian Star / Destination: South America

Wonderful cruise of South America! This was my first experience cruising South America.

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South America with Norwegian Star by Leanne57

Sail date: / Traveled as: Singles/Friends
Ship: Norwegian Star / Destination: South America

A good starter for a look at some of the South American countries . Relaxing way to go. Shame about the pandemic though. Put a damper on things

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4.7

South America beautiful by TZZZ

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Norwegian Star / Destination: South America

Great cruise till the end when our back to back was cancelled. The least Norwegian could have done would have been to give us a free ride to the airport in Santiago but the charged us $65 a person for that. Luckedly we were able to book American Airlines back to Kansas City for that day but we paid a high price for it and had to pay from Orlando too for a flight we wont take as we cant get a refund.

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4.2

Outstanding...one of our best! by Thoman

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Coral Princess / Destination: South America

We loved the cruise and the weather we encountered at the end of the world. Some of the ports were better than others, but that was expected. It was interesting to learn more about these countries and the struggles they have to put up with.

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Wonderful experience by DaveinNH

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Norwegian Star / Destination: South America

Wonderful experience. Bucket list success. Highlights were the glaciers, Iguazu falls excursion out of Buenos Aires. Had a great cruise.

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4.9

Penguins Wahoo!!! by kucheraa

Sail date: / Traveled as: Large Group
Ship: Coral Princess / Destination: South America

Cruise gave us a great view of South America. Lots of different scenery.

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3.4

Entertainment severely lacking by BOSFlyGirl

Sail date: / Traveled as: Singles/Friends
Ship: Celebrity Eclipse / Destination: South America

14 night cruise to Antarctica, Argentina, Falkland Islands and Uruguay. We were blessed with some of the best weather I've encountered on a vacation of this length and extremely smooth seas through-out. The itinerary was also wonderful - would highly recommend. I found the ship's crew and staff to professional and genuine. The ship is in need of a bit of a renovation/dry dock (noticeable rust, ripped/worn linens and soft decor, etc.) and has one scheduled in April 2020. Overall this is a comfortable mid-sized ship but beware that entertainment is severely lacking which is especially an issue on a longer cruise such as this with lots of time at sea.

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4.8

Great trip, great itinerary by colleenbraun

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Queen Victoria / Destination: South America

Loved the cruise and especially the itinerary. We were nervous by the last week and a half though because of the worldwide spread of Coronavirus. Happily, we got home fine.

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4.1

Antartica was prestine. by Zula

Sail date: / Traveled as: Singles/Friends
Ship: Celebrity Eclipse / Destination: South America

Great destination, fantastic staff, boat nice, disappointed in quality of food and The entertainment

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3.9

Great MSC cruise by mantony66

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: MSC Fantasia / Destination: South America

Foi uma viagem tranquila com bons momentos em Buenos Aires. Pena que o entretenimento no navio não foi dos melhores. Mas recomendo apesar desse contratempo

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4.3

Excellent food by lulabecker

Sail date: / Traveled as: Family (young children)
Ship: Norwegian Star / Destination: South America

This cruise was great, amazing food, great entertainment. Didn't like the freestyle thing.

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4.6

Trip of a Lifetime by cat55

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Ship: Silver Explorer / Destination: South America

Great expedition team consisting of scientists who were helpful, hard working and fun. They were able to get us off the ship twice a day with wonderful sights and incredible sightings. Respect for environment and safety was impressive.

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4.1

Around South America in 58 days by alanbourdo47

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Island Princess / Destination: South America

Overall great ports. Very relaxing. Meant great new friends.

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5.0

Excellent entertainment, clean ship, great personnel. by mrdm13

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Island Princess / Destination: South America

Pleasant experience. Would have spent much more on drinks if they had more alcohol in them. Very sparse levels of alcohol. This rating is coming from a customer who owned 5 large nightclubs....

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