Alaska: Radison vs Silver Seas

[Bo1331]

We're looking to see the inside passage and are considering either the Radison Mariner or the siver Seas Sliver Shadow. Any thoughts out there which one.

[cruises4me]

Having just returned from the Regent Seven Seas from Vancouver, BC to Whittier, AK. I can only state that the ship rated a 9.5 overall (on a scale of 10). I have not sailed Silversea yet, but Regent is comparable, if not more relaxed, than Crystal. I posted a topic called 10 Things about Regent today and have more information if needed.
Sounds like that either choice, you will truly enjoy a luxurious trip.

[ChucksOK]

Keep in mind that

• Silver Sea is all-inclusive whereas Crystal is not - but, with comparable pricing.
  
• Regent provides complimentary liquor in your suite and Crystal does not.
  
• Regent provides wine at dinner and Crystal does not.
  
• Regent is going all-inclusive in 2007.
  
• Regent has open seating, Crystal does not.
• Crystal has the BEST mushroom soup (at Prego) in all of the cruising world.[/list]