Silja Galaxy ferry

MS Silja Galaxy ferry is a Ro-Ro passenger vessel operated by the Estonia-based company TALLINK-SILJA LINE. The ship has a max capacity of 2800 passengers and 600 cars plus 75 trucks/trailers. The vessel was launched in 2006 and currently operates on the Sweden–Finland ferry route Stockholm-Aland Finland (Langnas)-Turku (crossing time 10.5 hours).

IMPORTANT: At the end of July 2022, Tallink Grupp announced two 7-month charter agreements with the Netherlands for the ships Silja Galaxy and Silja Europa (chartered with Tallink's technical crew only), with optional 3-month extensions. Silja Galaxy was chartered from September 20, 2022, and Silja Europa from August 20. During the charter period, both cruiseferries served as hotel ships.

Cabins

As a cruise ferry, Silja Galaxy has 927 cabins (double and quad, max capacity 4 passengers) with a total of 2500 berths, all located on Decks 5, 8, and 9. All staterooms are air-conditioned, with en-suite bathrooms, and are available as both inside and outside cabins. The ferry company provides bed linens, towels, and toiletries. Some staterooms are wheelchair-accessible (adapted for disabled passengers). Cabins for passengers with allergies and those traveling with pets are also available. Room service can be ordered 4 days prior to departure.

All cabins feature wall-mounted bunk beds and en-suite bathrooms (angled sink, wall-mounted toilet, shower cubicle, hairdryer). A baby crib and potty (1 per cabin), as well as bedside rails (2 per cabin), are provided complimentary upon request.

Cabin categories include:

• (Decks 8-9) Executive Suite / double cabin (size 24-31 m2 with balcony) – double bed, sofa, armchairs, WC, shower, TV, refrigerator, complimentary minibar, phone. Special in-cabin breakfast and refreshments (soft drinks and fruits) are included in the "Europa 22 hour" mini-cruise fares.
• (Decks 8-9) Junior Suite / double cabin (size 26-31 m2) – slanted windows, separate bedroom, sofa, double bed, armchairs, WC, shower, TV, minibar, mirrored vanity table (writing desk with stool), refrigerator, phone. Special in-cabin breakfast and refreshments (soft drinks and fruits) are included in the "Europa 22 hour" mini-cruise fares.
• (Decks 8-9) Deluxe / double cabin (size 11-14 m2) – windows, double bed (non-convertible to twins), sofa, WC, shower, TV, phone, refrigerator, complimentary minibar. Special in-cabin breakfast and refreshments (soft drinks) are included in the fares.
• (Deck 9) Premium Cabin (Double Outside, size 9 m2) – porthole window, double bed (non-convertible to twins), WC, shower, TV, mirrored vanity table (writing desk with stool), refrigerator. Special breakfast is included in the fares.
• (Deck 5) Family Cabins (2 connecting inside cabins, capacity 4–8 persons) – 2 porthole windows, 2 bathrooms (WC, shower), 2 lower bunk beds, 4 upper bunk beds, 2 sofabeds, 2 TVs.
• (Decks 5-8-9) A Double (outside cabin, size 9 m2) – window, double bed, WC, shower, TV.
• (Decks 5-8-9) A-Class Cabin (Quad Outside, size 9-10 m2) – porthole window, 1 lower bunk bed, 1 sofabed, 2 upper bunk beds, WC, shower, TV. Cabins for passengers with allergies are also available.
• (Decks 5-8-9) B-Class Cabin and E-Class Cabin (Quad Inside, size 9 m2) – no window, 1 lower bunk bed, 1 sofabed, 2 upper bunk beds, WC, shower. Some cabins are adapted for passengers with allergies and those traveling with pets.
• (Deck 5) Allergy Cabins are in categories Family (4x), A-Class (9x), and B-Class (17x), each with WC, shower, and TV.
• (Deck 5) Handicap Cabins (for disabled passengers) are in category A-Class Outside (size 13 m2), each fitted with 2 fixed lower beds, WC, shower, TV, and wider doors for wheelchair access.
• (Deck 5) Pet Cabins (for passengers traveling with pets) have capacity for 2–4 persons, WC, shower, TV, and linoleum flooring. Pet cabins are available in A-Class, B-Class, and C-Class categories.

Most staff and crew cabins are located on Deck 2.

All passengers must vacate their staterooms 30 minutes prior to homeport arrival. Passenger registration ends 1 hour prior to ferry departure.

Shipboard dining and entertainment options

As facilities, the Silja Galaxy ferry offers:

• On Deck 7 are located most of the ship's dining venues – Grill House, Buffet Restaurant, Pub Bar, Alex Restaurant, Italian Restaurant, Starlight Palace Restaurant, Joe's Place Pub, and Happy Lobster.
• (Deck 7) Buffet Silja Line (self-service restaurant) offers Scandinavian and international dishes, soft drinks, tea, coffee, wine, and beer, all included in the buffet meal price. The buffet restaurant features several themed food stations including Grill, Cold Table (meats and seafood), Green Market (salads), Warm Dishes, and Desserts.
• (Deck 7) Grill House offers steakhouse specialties.
• (Deck 7) Joe's Place Pub serves various beverages and classic pub snacks and features a small stage for live performances by guest musicians.
• (Deck 7) Happy Lobster serves fresh fish and seafood with menus based on the day's catch. Brunch is also available.
• (Deck 7) Tavolata Ristorante Italiano serves traditional Italian specialties, deli items, premium olives, and Roi Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
• (Deck 7) Piano Bar offers live music performances, coffee drinks, and cocktails.
• (Deck 7) Cigar Club is a stylish smoking lounge with leather armchairs and a selection of premium cigars and cigarettes.
• (Decks 6 and 7) Starlight Palace is a 2-deck entertainment complex with a show lounge (dance floor and grand stage on the lower level) and a panoramic restaurant (capacity 956 seats with floor-to-ceiling windows).
• Onboard entertainment includes live performances by local bands, party games, quizzes, music parties, bingo, and karaoke.
• (Deck 6) Coffee & Co (cafeteria / patisserie / coffee bar) offers hot and cold beverages, light snacks (fresh pastries, yogurts, fruit smoothies, sweet crepes), and meals (made-to-order and ready-made options). Coffee drinks are brewed from freshly ground beans. The cafe also has a takeaway counter.
• (Deck 6) Moonlight Bar offers dance music and karaoke.
• (Deck 5) Conference Department (open 9 am – 9 pm) includes 9 conference rooms with a combined capacity of 450 seats. The largest meeting room has 324 seats. All rooms are equipped with modern presentation technology and a separate lobby area. During peak season (mid-June through mid-August), the conference area becomes a "Summer Center" for children's activities.
• (Deck 5) Kids Harbour / Children's Playroom is the ship's indoor playground equipped with a TV (cartoons), ball pit, and craft tables. Children can meet the Moomin character and the Silja Line mascot Harri Hylje (Harry the Seal). The PlayStation Lounge (separate room) offers video games and arcade machines.
• (Deck 6) Tax Free Shop is a duty-free store selling gifts and souvenirs, alcohol (spirits and wines), tobacco, perfumes, cosmetics, jewelry, watches, sunglasses, leather goods, confectionery, clothing, accessories, toys, electronics, gourmet sweets, deli foods, teas, and spices. Special offers are available on each crossing. Payments are accepted in cash or by bank cards (VISA, MasterCard, EuroCard).
• (Deck 6) Cosmetic Boutique sells luxury perfumes, cosmetics, and skincare products.
• (Deck 6) Gifts & Toys Shop sells fashion clothing (for adults and children), jewelry, cosmetics, electronics, gifts, souvenirs, and toys.
• (Deck 7) Fashion Street Boutique sells designer clothing and accessories (Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, Esprit, Superdry, Marc O' Polo, Desigual).
• (Deck 5) Beauty Salon offers professional services by certified cosmeticians, hairdressers, and masseuses (facial and body treatments, hair styling and coloring, manicure, pedicure). Reservations are required 24 hours prior to departure.
• (Deck 2) Sauna Department includes 2 private saunas, public unisex saunas, a bar, and swimming pools for children and adults.
• (Decks 6 and 7) Casino features gaming tables (roulette, poker) and slot machines.
• (Lobby Deck 6) Wi-Fi service and ATM/cash machine are located next to the Information Desk / Reception. A nurse can also be contacted via the Reception Desk. Small lockers are available for valuables.
• (Deck 10) Zenith Disco Nightclub (capacity 90 seats) offers DJ music, club hits, and party quizzes. Deck 10 also houses the ship's Navigation Bridge.
• Sun Decks (10 and 11) provide outdoor relaxation areas.

Midship on the top deck (Heli Deck 12) is a helipad used for helicopter landings in emergencies.

All onboard emergency instructions are displayed in staterooms, on TV screens, and at the ship's assembly (muster) stations. Life jackets are issued at these stations. In case of emergency, elevators/passenger lifts must not be used.

TALLINK-SILJA LINE deals

2-day cruise deals ("Europa 22 hour") are offered only on shuttle ferries with departures from Helsinki (embarkation 8 am) to Tallinn (disembarkation 12:10 pm the next day).

On all Tallink-Silja ships (except shuttle ferries), Room Service is available with a la carte-priced special occasion gifts, sweets, and beverage menus. However, cabin services must be ordered 4 days prior to departure.

Onboard Conference Rooms are equipped with data projectors and white screens and can be booked with group rates (extra charge per person). The room must be booked for at least 2 hours and for a minimum of 10 persons. Catering (snack packages or buffet meals, as well as refreshments) can be booked additionally.

Smoking onboard is prohibited in all cabins, restaurants, bars and lounges, corridors, elevators, and stairwells. Smoking is allowed only in designated outdoor areas marked with "Smoking Area" signs.

"Collect and Save" is a loyalty campaign based on collecting stickers from onboard purchases in Tallink-Silja ship stores. The program allows passengers to purchase selected products with discounts of up to 57%. With every purchase (minimum value EUR 10), passengers receive one sticker to place in a campaign folder. After collecting 10, 20, or 30 stickers, passengers can purchase selected products at special prices. These products can be collected and paid for at the Info Stand or ship shops. The "Collect and Save" campaign is valid for a limited period or until selected products are out of stock.

"Club One" is the company's loyalty program rewarding frequent Tallink-Silja passengers. Bonus points are earned based on ferry ticket purchases and onboard spending, as well as bookings at Tallink Hotels. The program has three levels (Bronze, Silver, Gold) determined by accumulated points. Points can be used for booking voyages, receiving onboard shopping and dining discounts, getting a 10% discount at Tallink Hotels (Tallinn and Riga), a 5% discount with Tallink Takso (Tallinn), and a 15% parking discount with Europark (Helsinki).

Car decks

Garage Decks are numbers 3 and 4. Deck 1 houses the Engine Room (extending to Deck 2) and other technical spaces. Deck 2 contains the ferry's Spa (sauna rooms and swimming pool), technical rooms, crew cabins and facilities (dining and bar lounge, mess hall), and the brig (ship jail). Car Deck 4 includes a hydraulic mobile platform which, when lowered, divides the deck horizontally and doubles the passenger car capacity.

Below is a list of car deck-related safety procedures:

• Disabled passengers or those requiring specific assistance should visit the ship's Information Desk (open 24 hours).
• Apply the handbrake and place the vehicle in park or 1st gear. Switch off the ignition, alarm, electrical equipment, and headlights. Gas cylinders, if any, must be turned off. Lock the vehicle.
• Take only valuables and essential hand baggage from your vehicle.
• Make a note of your vehicle's location and garage deck number/stairway before leaving the car deck.
• Access to vehicle (cargo) decks during the voyage is prohibited.
• Smoking on vehicle decks, as well as in cabins and passenger lounges, is forbidden.
• Wait for the onboard announcement before returning to your vehicle.
• To avoid air pollution, do not start the engine until instructed.

The shipowner Tallink (fleet, founded in 1989, headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia) is an Estonian shipping company operating Baltic Sea cruise ferries and RoPax vessels with direct services connecting Estonia with Finland and Sweden, as well as Sweden with Finland and Latvia.