Personal Butlers Still Working For You On the High Seas

March 25, 2009 at 2:17 PM | by juliana | Comments (0)

Personal Butler. That's almost a dirty phrase nowadays. But SilverSea Cruises is not concerned about that. The cruise line has just announced that it will shortly feature butlers for all types of guests accommodations on all of its ships.

According to Christian Sauleau, executive vice president of fleet operations for Silversea:

Each butler, assisted by a suite attendant, is empowered to troubleshoot problems and provide special service touches, if desired by the guest -- for example unpacking and packing clothing, facilitating a dry cleaning request or preparing a scented Jacuzzi bath -- ultimately creating a suite environment where one can relax and feel totally cared for.

Silversea, a swankier and luxe alternative to the mainstream cruises where rooms cost about $500 a day, currently offers butler service to guests in top-tier accommodations--Royal, Grand and Owner's Suites on its ships. Starting in May, the butler program will roll-out on Silver and Medallion Suites on their ships. Then in September, everyone will have butlers on all Silversea ships.

The cruise industry, though battling suspicious reviews, is turning out to be a interesting alternative for vacationers in this economy as it provides a one-stop shop sort of plan. Meaning you get the experience of a hotel resort with activities and entertainment and you also get to travel from place to place without having to pay extra airfare or travel costs. Or without dealing with what some might view as the hassle of setting up travel from one destination to another.

Of course, we can't say that cruises are great ways to experience local culture but it is an easier kind of trip.

Related Stories:
· Silversea [Official Site]
· Cruises [Official Site]

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