Galapagos Cruise Tours -Seaman Journey

The cuisine is wholesome with an emphasis on fresh ingredients. You'll find fresh fruit juice and salads as well as entrees that include a nod to the ship's Ecuadorian roots. Try seco de chivo (lamb stew), shrimp ceviche and coconut fish with rice. On every departure, expect a fun cooking class to learn to make ceviche; an on-deck barbecue featuring picanha (sirloin cap), beef sausage, boneless chicken with oregano and lemon, tequila-marinated prawns and more; and alfresco dining experiences. The ship also has an open bridge policy, where passengers can chat with the captain and learn what it takes to navigate the many islands of the archipelago.

All outdoor decks are fashioned from teak, and there is an alfresco dining venue and upper deck lounge as well as a sun deck with daybeds and loungers (some in the shade). You'll find the boarding area at the stern where you can change into wet suits (available for rent) before an excursion or simply sit and watch the water.

A unique feature of the ship is the fact that the windows in the cabins actually open; each cabin is also fully air-conditioned. Staterooms, all about 161 square feet, boast firm orthopedic mattresses, a small writing desk, closet and private bathroom. Six cabins are configured with two fixed twin beds and one cabin has a queen bed. If you're traveling with a child, you can request a sofa bed.