14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 | William Lezubski
Luxury goes exploring! How faithfully these words portray the
elegance, exemplary service and much-lauded itineraries, which
are the very hallmark of Radisson's Cruises. Long ensconced in
the upper niche of 6-star cruising, Radisson welcomes guests to
its five eclectic, trend setting ships as old and valued friends!
Atmosphere:
Atmospheres are luxurious of course, yet there is also the
feeling of unpretentious informality and a relaxed conviviality,
which quickly brings guests together. You are always in your
element no matter which ship you select. No noisome crowds, no
bothersome announcements interrupt.
Accommodations:
Blissful, private cocoons scrupulously maintained by discreet
hotel staff who seems to sense by osmosis when they are
necessary.
Service:
Old World civility, Radisson's top to bottom insistence on
uncompromising quality results in matchless service happily
unobtrusive and defined in very personal terms. In restaurants
servers are observant, never obsequious.
Dining:
Naturally there are times when guests would prefer to savor the
pleasures of the table privately en suite, and so on all
Radisson ships, 24 hour room service is available featuring the
chef's entrées during dining hours and a select menu at other
times.
In keeping with Radisson Seven Seas superior dining standards,
cuisine is cosmopolitan and menus feature a potpourri of
selections ranging from the latest fusion creations to
traditional favorites and a menu for the health conscious. All
dining is splendid in flavor and presentation and wonderful
gastronomic surprises are in store!
All ships have chic main dining rooms and fashionable
alternative and specialty restaurants. The Signatures
Restaurants on Voyager and Mariner are of particular note as Le
Cordon Bleu chefs direct them, the most prestigious culinary
authority in the world. On select sailing's intensive 2-hour
Classe Culinaire des Croisières these master chefs teach
workshops.
A chance to whisk, poach and dice side-by-side with culinary
artists! Jean-Pierre Vigato, a 2-star Michelin chef/owner of
Apicius in Paris, inspires Paul Gauguin's cuisine. On all ships,
a complimentary bar is in each stateroom and complimentary
superior wine is poured with dinner (soft drinks, juices and
bottled water are also included).
Entertainment:
On the larger vessels, Peter Grey Terhune produces dazzling
showroom productions and cabaret performers such as singers,
musicians, and comics also entertain. Paul Gauguin has less
glittering entertainment simply because of her size and presents
Gaugines, Polynesian singers, dancers and storytellers who form
an integral part of the flawlessly proficient staff.
Land Programs:
Guests may purchase a hotel stay or land program for one or more
nights to extend their stay in the port of embarkation or
debarkation.
Radisson's Fleet: Radisson Diamond, Seven Seas Mariner,
Seven Seas Navigator, Seven Sea Voyager, M/S Paul Gauguin.
All Radisson Seven Seas ships share certain distinctions, yet
each has a unique personality. All vessels offer beautifully
appointed, uncommonly spacious outside staterooms, suites and
penthouse suites virtually all with balcony (Seven Seas Mariner
and Voyager are all suite/all balcony ships). For those desiring
the ultra plus in personal attention and luxury, private butlers
- many of whom are alumni of the finest private homes and deluxe
hotels - are at your behest on Navigator, Mariner and Voyager.
Gratuities are not required on any Radisson Seven Seas vessel.
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