Name: Minerva.
Cruiseline: Swan Hellenic.
Tonnage: 12,500 tons
Passenger capacity: 392.
Facilities: main dining room; cafe; cinema; two bars; cardroom; library; gym and swimming pool.
Special features: offers inclusive excursions and operates an extensive on-board lecture programme, which focuses on the history and culture of the destinations on the itinerary.
Comments: Minerva is a well turned out, comfortable and classy small ship. It has a large, well stocked library and a attractive pool deck (see left). Special mention should go to the standard of cuisine, which is excellent.