Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Who is it for? - Travelers who believe that all-inclusive should truly include it all.
Where do they go? - Africa and Arabia, Alaska, Asia, Australia & New Zealand, Bermuda, Canada & New England, Caribbean & Panama Canal, Cuba, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America, South Pacific, Transocean, Grand Voyages (circumnavigations, 52-91 days), World Cruises (117-147 nights)!
One-sentence Overview - Delight is in the details, and no detail is overlooked.
Give me the details - The mantra of Regent is "every luxury included", and they go above and beyond to ensure that once their guests are onboard they are fully provided for. Their 2-for-1 all-inclusive fares sound almost too good to be true - to start, they include round-trip business class airfare for international flights or round-trip coach airfare on domestic flights. In addition to the airfare, guests will enjoy unlimited shore excursions, pre- or post-cruise land excursions, open bars and lounges, gratuities, unlimited drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), specialty dining, transfers between airport and ship, and unlimited Wi-Fi, all included with their cruise rate.
With that said, Regent prides themselves on being extra-accommodating for their guests and that even applies to the logistics of booking your cruise, as rates are fully customizable with guest satisfaction being the ultimate goal. Are you booking your own flights using airline points? Not a problem; the airfare that would have been included will instead be applied as a credit towards your cruise fare. If your schedule doesn't allow for a pre- or post-cruise excursion, don't worry as you can book an overland excursion ranging between 1 to 4 days during your cruise instead. If none of these options work and you need private arrangement or a personalized itinerary with excursions, reach out to Regent's stellar cruise planner and concierge and they can happily assist in crafting an unforgettable cruise for you.
What's so special about the shore excursions? - Unlimited shore excursions truly mean unlimited, with hundreds of options to choose from and as many as you may wish to indulge in while in port. As Regent overnights in many of their ports, it means ample additional time to explore a city whether it's your first time there or your annual trip.
Among these excursions are 350 UNESCO sites around the world, "Go Local" tours that include time spent with local artisans and families, and even "Gourmet Explorer" excursions on select itineraries. These are food-based tours that are truly once-in-a-lifetime, with options like a private meal at a Michelin-starred chef's chateau in France, while "Wellness Tours" are in the vein of yoga overlooking the sea in Taormina or taking a dip in an ancient mineral bath in Rome. Of course, there are bespoke excursions as well available through your cruise concierge for those travelers who want to explore off the beaten path.
What's onboard? - Unsurprisingly, the all-inclusive luxury lifestyle is around every corner on each of Regent's five ships. Staterooms are all suites, with even the most "basic" suites boasting ocean views, a welcome bottle of Champagne, and luxurious L'Occitane bath amenities. For those guests who seek opulence while onboard, the Regent Suites are nothing short of spectacular. Complimentary cocktail parties in your suite, Picassos on the wall, a personal butler, unlimited complimentary in-room spa services and even a Steinway grand piano are just some of the unbelievable amenities available to guests who stay in this level of suite.
Over-the-top accommodations aside, there's no shortage of onboard entertainment options to choose from. Ships feature the Constellation Theatre, complete with Regent Signature Orchestra, world-renowned Canyon Ranch Spa, and even a Connoisseur Club for those looking to indulge in cigars and cognac while at sea. Of course, the cruise ship standards such as a pool deck, boutique shopping, casino, and bars and lounges are available here as well. Travelers on "Enrichment Series" cruises with itineraries that focus on everything from the game of Bridge to gardening and floristry to Broadway will be able to enjoy onboard activities like hands-on cooking classes or floral arrangement seminars depending on what itinerary they book, and coordinating shore excursions complete the package.
Wait! What are my meal choices? - The onboard dining options on each Regent ship are of top-level quality, as is expected from this cruise line. Each ship is home to both Compass Rose, a restaurant in the center of the ship with a focus on global cuisine, and La Veranda, the buffet dining option, while specialty dining options vary from ship to ship. Enjoy modern French cuisine at Chartreuse, classic American-style steakhouse fare at Prime 7, or delectable Pan-Asian cuisine at Pacific Rim. The Pool Grill provides a more casual dining ambiance, and of course there is 24-hour room service available to those guests enjoying an onboard staycation between ports.
