jhp:

Hi! Yes, it is the Cloud. Actually, we took an all-inclusive RADISSON cruise on the Diamond in 03. And after all the discussion and re-discussion, I actually found that all-inclusive, in and of itself, didn't really make THAT much difference to me after all. In fact, I think I drank LESS than on cruises with Radisson's usual inclusions.

But here is what does matter. Back in '01 when we decided we were going to have to up-grade from the mass market to get cruises we would enjoy, it was Radisson that was offering the "bargains" compared to the other lux lines. And at one time after that, Radisson was up to six ships in her fleet--- thereby offering a lot of itinerary choices. So off we went. But now, this Silversea cruise was $2000 pp less than a comparable Radisson itinerary with comparable suite. So it seems that for now, Silversea has stepped up to the plate in affordable lux cruising, and Radisson has backed off. Also Radisson is now a bit lacking in itinerary choices with her fleet down by 1/3, and we actually preferred the Silversea itinerary ---- especially the docking at London's Tower Bridge overnight!

Thanks,
Richard