I like the Vista Suites on the starboard side on Deck 5 on the Silver Whisper and Shadow. These few cabins are priced as Vistas, but have non-private verandahs. The last two cruises on the Whisper we have had these and they are great. Nobody other than us was ever out there (well, hardly anybody). While it is true that there are no deck chairs out there, because it is the escape route to one of the lifeboats, we were able to carry our two chairs from in the room and just sit out there and enjoy looking out over the ocean. Also without having those dividers, you had a much more panoramic view while sitting down.

We also really liked the spa services onboard. No tipping policy continued here as well. Also, there was no upselling of products. If you wanted them they were available, but they were no pushed down your throats, like on other lines.

BTW, I can't tell you much about the casino other than it is on deck 5 and just forward of mid-ship on the way to our cabin. We just don't gamble, but for our friends that did, they loved it. Much more intimate than on other ships.

Loved the ships layout. Very easy to get around. Elevators right next to the cabins as well as the main ones that were a little aft of mid ship.

We are going again in November from Barbados to FLL on the Whisper again in fact and really looking forward to it. Let us know if you have any other questions. We would love to help.