http://www.cleancruising.com.au/ship.asp?ship=SILWHI - Sailing since 2001 at 28,258 GT, the Italian-line Silver Whisper carries 388 passengers. This vessel is one of the few with a five-star Berlitz rating. Its passenger space is huge by cruise standards. The ship is operated by Italian officers, European staff, and an international crew. The Silversea hallmark is its superb hospitality, and all-inclusive drinks, gratuities, shuttle service, laundry facilities to mention a few. The Restaurant presents a six-course formal dinner the Terrace Cafe offers a buffet - prepared by top line chefs. The Poolside Grille is an ultra-casual option. Public rooms include comfortable lounges and bars, library, card room, Internet Centre, and a fully serviceable Medical Centre. Entertainment includes musicians rendering the tunes and melodies of the passengers' eras, cooking demonstrations, wine tasting, and exceptionally informative details about ports of call. Be pampered with the spa treatments, keep fit under the guidance of the fitness instructor Silver Whisper is suited to well-travelled couples who appreciate gourmet food, fine European-style service bordering on the luxurious, and excellent on-shore tour arrangements.