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This was our first time with Regent Seven Seas and our first time in the South Pacific (not counting our New Zealand and Australia cruise) and I had much trepidation in regard to both my choice of line and choice of geographical area. After all, it meant 3 weeks away as well as long haul business-class flights but I also wanted to try out Regent Seven Seas. We had recently been on a number of ‘high-end’ lines, not least being Holland America, Azamara, Silver Seas,Explora, Viking and Sea Cloud and all the market hype was claiming that Regent are the best. But are they? They’re certainly the most expensive. To begin with, everything is inclusive; tours, gratuities, laundry, speciality dining, drinks, pretty much everything. But the drink selection on board isn’t that great. You can get most ‘standard’ drinks and mixers and the wines offered are decent but one of our preferred white wines offered at the beginning of the cruise ran out of stock after a few days, which was disappointing and there were hardly any flavoured vodkas or gins available. There was only limited variety in the cocktail lists in the bars – they were the same throughout the ship and not all that inspiring. If you wanted a specific cocktail not on the list, you could ask for it (eg an Apple Martini or Chocolate Martini) and they could do it but it was the inspiration that seemed to be missing. There was a wide selection of complimentary tours though, unlike Viking, who only guarantee one, usually a basic one, per port and none on Azamara or Holland America. The tours we chose, aside from the weather, were mostly excellent ones that other lines would have charged hundreds of dollars for, so that was a real plus. It was just a pity that 3 of our ports were missed because of bad weather, so we didn’t perhaps get the best value there! At least on other lines, we would have got our money back if a tour was cancelled! On Regent, you get nothing. In contrast, on Viking for instance, for missing two Greenland ports and one in Newfoundland last year because of inclement weather, we received an unsolicited future cruise credit of £950 per person – as a result of which, we booked another cruise! Gratuities, yes well it’s all very saying they’re included and ‘no tipping is expected’ but we all know how poorly ship crews and staff are paid and they always hope for more. So is that really ‘all inclusive’? Who are they kidding? Which brings me on to service standards. Being in a Penthouse, we had the benefit if a butler and while we did not take as much advantage of his service as we might have done, he was excellent at his job. It was perhaps a sad reflection on Regent Cruises that we learned from him that he intended to leave the hospitality industry altogether! Elsewhere about the ship, we found the standard competent but mixed when it came to those little nuances we all enjoy. Like remembering your name or your favourite tipple or that you always ask for Soya milk at breakfast. There wasn’t much of that on Voyager, if at all really – until we told our butler and ‘word got back to base’ that we were not ecstatically happy! Even then, it remained spotty. There were some very good staff, no doubt about that, but we had the impression, rightly or wrongly, that many of the ‘minions’ were stressed or distracted, overworked perhaps. Either that, or there was a large number of new or inexperienced staff. Our suite cabin stewards were certainly ‘old hands’ but seemed to have an awful lot of suites to service and we noticed they often worked well beyond their stated hours. The complimentary laundry service was phenomenal, however. Put it out by 8.30am and it would be back the same day – beautifully crisp, clean and pressed. Only on Sea Cloud II and Sea Cloud Spirit did I ever get that! But speciality dining was a bit of a let-down. Included it may be but availability was a problem; we had pre-booked one visit to both Chartreuse and Prime 7 but when we tried to get another booking on board, we were told there was nothing available. It was only the realisation that crossing the International Date Line gave them two February 20ths that enabled us to get another booking and even then it had to be at 8pm, which meant we had to miss the evening’s entertainment or rush our meal! Both restaurants were too small, with tables too crowded together and the décor felt rather dated. The third ‘speciality’ restaurant, Sette Mari, was better in some respects because no booking was required and being set in what was the self-service buffet during the day, it was altogether lighter and more spacious. However, while the food offering there was good, the extensiveness of the menu did not compare to that of Manfredi’s on Viking for instance. But it was the quality and presentation of the cuisine that were just way below that of most other lines we’ve been on. There was no table-side service, for instance, and the presentation of dishes lacked finesse. Indeed, most main dishes were served in a kind of bowl, rather than on a plate, with accompaniments all served in separate dishes. This may have been done to speed up delivery and avoid time spent plating-up dishes but food was often still only luke-warm or on cold plates (until we raised a complaint with a maitre d’ about that and from then on, somehow in every restaurant our food came on hot plates!) Service in all the restaurants was spotty. Some staff were very good but all too often, they seemed to be easily distracted and not paying attention. On more than one occasion, for instance, my partner and I were addressed as ‘sir and madam’ without them even looking at us (otherwise they would have seen that we were ‘sir and sir’!) When by chance we were seated with two waiters who it seemed had been trained somewhere completely different from all the rest, it was a breath of fresh air and as a result, we asked for them on three more occasions! Evidently, the best is there but not everywhere; you just have to persist to find it. Overall, I would say the dining experience was adequate, sometimes even good, but is that really good enough for a line that claims in its advertising to be “Unrivalled at Sea”? My late father was good with his witty one-liners and would have delighted in that one! “Unravelled, more likely” he would have said! “The most luxurious fleet at sea” is another of Regent’s claims. But the décor, though superficially ‘grand’ in the some of the communal areas, is actually rather bland overall and a little worn and tired in places, especially in the suites where shower doors leak because they don’t fit and bathroom cupboard doors are odd colours or wonky. Our mid-range Penthouse was comfortable and spacious enough, with a walk-in closet and a full size bath in the bathroom. But the television was the equivalent of a 30inch tv and at the distance it was placed from the beds, it was far too small and I could barely read any titles on the screen. The balcony too was only 50sq ft and the net curtains looked drab and had tears in them. Look closer in the common areas too and you’ll see frayed or unrepaired damaged carpets too. The outer teak decking in many places is uneven – because the metal deck underneath is probably corroded. The excuse that, “the ship is going in for a $20m refit next year” isn’t really good enough when you have already sold a product based on the best and the newest ships you have. As to “Upgrade Your Horizon” on their latest brochures – well I know that’s really about their “free two category upgrade” promotion but the obvious double-meaning of the phrase is no coincidence; it is deliberate. Finally, the internet service. Prior to the cruise, we received a letter proudly saying that the ship now had ‘Starlink’ and that in a Penthouse, we could now have two devices per person instead of one. However, once on board, I quickly discovered that the infrastructure of the ship wasn’t capable of supporting the demand on the service and as a consequence, it was pretty poor everywhere. After three or four days, I complained at Reception, telling them that this simply was not good enough. Strangely, after that, the signal strength and upload availability improved, though there were still a number of exasperating times when I simply had to give up what I was trying to do. Listening to other passengers’ comments too, it would seem that few were satisfied with the internet service most of the time. So, was Regent worth it? My answer would be “no”; you could get at least the same standard on other lines, even a better standard on some, for the same or even less money, in my opinion. In booking Regent, maybe we fell for the ‘hype’; all the superlatives flowing in choice circles on the internet and in glossy brochures but rightly of wrongly, we expected more from Regent. We expected to be pampered, made to feel special, but we found ourselves trying hard always to be positive, instead of it all happening naturally. On balance, I don’t think we will book again with Regent; there are too many alternatives that are less or no more expensive than Regent – and more reliable.
This was one of the best cruises ever! The captain, hotel manager, Assistant Cruise Director Marta, restaurant supervisor Kerry, waiter Jhohan and staff on Regent Voyager are the best we have ever had. The condition of the ship was excellent in all aspects. Although this is an older vessel due for dry dock soon, she was perfectly fine for cruising the South Pacific. The two-level theatre, Compass Rose, Prime 7, and Chartreuse were in excellent shape. We has Penthouse Suite, which was laid out perfectly. Greatest disappointment was the service from our butler, who required a daily order for canapés, and did not help with shore excursions, or dining options. Compared to butlers on Oceania, he fell way short. We eventually gave up on him and used him only for laundry delivery. Chartreuse was outstanding. Had the escargot, mushroom soup, foie gras, lobster and creme brulee-- all 5 Stars!! Prime 7's porterhouse and service, and maitre D were not as good as Compass Rose or Chartreuse. Compass Rose was excellent. Kerry and Jhohan made our cruise excellent. Highlights were the Beef Wellington, Dover Sole, Tenderloin with foie gras, and Miso Glazed Sea Bass. Dining was the best that we have had on any line! The daily souffles and deserts were also excellent. Breakfast and lunch at Compass Rose were not as good. Shore excursions were Ok but we made for the waitlists and short duration by booking many of our own on Tripadvisor, which proved to be great call. We had multiple 5-8 hour excursions in Tahaa and Rangiroa, which made these places special. Entertainment was mediocre except for the excellent country singer, who was outstanding. All in all, 9/10 rating on our 10-day Regent Voyager cruise. Do not be discouraged by the negative reviews. Voyager is well maintained and is in excellent shape. She is not Grandeur or Explorer, but she is in excellent condition for a 10-20 voyage in the South Pacific.
This was our first time with Regent Seven Seas and our first time in the South Pacific (not counting our New Zealand and Australia cruise) and I had much trepidation in regard to both my choice of line and choice of geographical area. After all, it meant 3 weeks away as well as long haul business-class flights but I also wanted to try out Regent Seven Seas. We had recently been on a number of ‘high-end’ lines, not least being Holland America, Azamara, Silver Seas,Explora, Viking and Sea Cloud and all the market hype was claiming that Regent are the best. But are they? They’re certainly the most expensive. To begin with, everything is inclusive; tours, gratuities, laundry, speciality dining, drinks, pretty much everything. But the drink selection on board isn’t that great. You can get most ‘standard’ drinks and mixers and the wines offered are decent but one of our preferred white wines offered at the beginning of the cruise ran out of stock after a few days, which was disappointing and there were hardly any flavoured vodkas or gins available. There was only limited variety in the cocktail lists in the bars – they were the same throughout the ship and not all that inspiring. If you wanted a specific cocktail not on the list, you could ask for it (eg an Apple Martini or Chocolate Martini) and they could do it but it was the inspiration that seemed to be missing. There was a wide selection of complimentary tours though, unlike Viking, who only guarantee one, usually a basic one, per port and none on Azamara or Holland America. The tours we chose, aside from the weather, were mostly excellent ones that other lines would have charged hundreds of dollars for, so that was a real plus. It was just a pity that 3 of our ports were missed because of bad weather, so we didn’t perhaps get the best value there! At least on other lines, we would have got our money back if a tour was cancelled! On Regent, you get nothing. In contrast, on Viking for instance, for missing two Greenland ports and one in Newfoundland last year because of inclement weather, we received an unsolicited future cruise credit of £950 per person – as a result of which, we booked another cruise! Gratuities, yes well it’s all very saying they’re included and ‘no tipping is expected’ but we all know how poorly ship crews and staff are paid and they always hope for more. So is that really ‘all inclusive’? Who are they kidding? Which brings me on to service standards. Being in a Penthouse, we had the benefit if a butler and while we did not take as much advantage of his service as we might have done, he was excellent at his job. It was perhaps a sad reflection on Regent Cruises that we learned from him that he intended to leave the hospitality industry altogether! Elsewhere about the ship, we found the standard competent but mixed when it came to those little nuances we all enjoy. Like remembering your name or your favourite tipple or that you always ask for Soya milk at breakfast. There wasn’t much of that on Voyager, if at all really – until we told our butler and ‘word got back to base’ that we were not ecstatically happy! Even then, it remained spotty. There were some very good staff, no doubt about that, but we had the impression, rightly or wrongly, that many of the ‘minions’ were stressed or distracted, overworked perhaps. Either that, or there was a large number of new or inexperienced staff. Our suite cabin stewards were certainly ‘old hands’ but seemed to have an awful lot of suites to service and we noticed they often worked well beyond their stated hours. The complimentary laundry service was phenomenal, however. Put it out by 8.30am and it would be back the same day – beautifully crisp, clean and pressed. Only on Sea Cloud II and Sea Cloud Spirit did I ever get that! But speciality dining was a bit of a let-down. Included it may be but availability was a problem; we had pre-booked one visit to both Chartreuse and Prime 7 but when we tried to get another booking on board, we were told there was nothing available. It was only the realisation that crossing the International Date Line gave them two February 20ths that enabled us to get another booking and even then it had to be at 8pm, which meant we had to miss the evening’s entertainment or rush our meal! Both restaurants were too small, with tables too crowded together and the décor felt rather dated. The third ‘speciality’ restaurant, Sette Mari, was better in some respects because no booking was required and being set in what was the self-service buffet during the day, it was altogether lighter and more spacious. However, while the food offering there was good, the extensiveness of the menu did not compare to that of Manfredi’s on Viking for instance. But it was the quality and presentation of the cuisine that were just way below that of most other lines we’ve been on. There was no table-side service, for instance, and the presentation of dishes lacked finesse. Indeed, most main dishes were served in a kind of bowl, rather than on a plate, with accompaniments all served in separate dishes. This may have been done to speed up delivery and avoid time spent plating-up dishes but food was often still only luke-warm or on cold plates (until we raised a complaint with a maitre d’ about that and from then on, somehow in every restaurant our food came on hot plates!) Service in all the restaurants was spotty. Some staff were very good but all too often, they seemed to be easily distracted and not paying attention. On more than one occasion, for instance, my partner and I were addressed as ‘sir and madam’ without them even looking at us (otherwise they would have seen that we were ‘sir and sir’!) When by chance we were seated with two waiters who it seemed had been trained somewhere completely different from all the rest, it was a breath of fresh air and as a result, we asked for them on three more occasions! Evidently, the best is there but not everywhere; you just have to persist to find it. Overall, I would say the dining experience was adequate, sometimes even good, but is that really good enough for a line that claims in its advertising to be “Unrivalled at Sea”? My late father was good with his witty one-liners and would have delighted in that one! “Unravelled, more likely” he would have said! “The most luxurious fleet at sea” is another of Regent’s claims. But the décor, though superficially ‘grand’ in the some of the communal areas, is actually rather bland overall and a little worn and tired in places, especially in the suites where shower doors leak because they don’t fit and bathroom cupboard doors are odd colours or wonky. Our mid-range Penthouse was comfortable and spacious enough, with a walk-in closet and a full size bath in the bathroom. But the television was the equivalent of a 30inch tv and at the distance it was placed from the beds, it was far too small and I could barely read any titles on the screen. The balcony too was only 50sq ft and the net curtains looked drab and had tears in them. Look closer in the common areas too and you’ll see frayed or unrepaired damaged carpets too. The outer teak decking in many places is uneven – because the metal deck underneath is probably corroded. The excuse that, “the ship is going in for a $20m refit next year” isn’t really good enough when you have already sold a product based on the best and the newest ships you have. As to “Upgrade Your Horizon” on their latest brochures – well I know that’s really about their “free two category upgrade” promotion but the obvious double-meaning of the phrase is no coincidence; it is deliberate. Finally, the internet service. Prior to the cruise, we received a letter proudly saying that the ship now had ‘Starlink’ and that in a Penthouse, we could now have two devices per person instead of one. However, once on board, I quickly discovered that the infrastructure of the ship wasn’t capable of supporting the demand on the service and as a consequence, it was pretty poor everywhere. After three or four days, I complained at Reception, telling them that this simply was not good enough. Strangely, after that, the signal strength and upload availability improved, though there were still a number of exasperating times when I simply had to give up what I was trying to do. Listening to other passengers’ comments too, it would seem that few were satisfied with the internet service most of the time. So, was Regent worth it? My answer would be “no”; you could get at least the same standard on other lines, even a better standard on some, for the same or even less money, in my opinion. In booking Regent, maybe we fell for the ‘hype’; all the superlatives flowing in choice circles on the internet and in glossy brochures but rightly of wrongly, we expected more from Regent. We expected to be pampered, made to feel special, but we found ourselves trying hard always to be positive, instead of it all happening naturally. On balance, I don’t think we will book again with Regent; there are too many alternatives that are less or no more expensive than Regent – and more reliable.
This was one of the best cruises ever! The captain, hotel manager, Assistant Cruise Director Marta, restaurant supervisor Kerry, waiter Jhohan and staff on Regent Voyager are the best we have ever had. The condition of the ship was excellent in all aspects. Although this is an older vessel due for dry dock soon, she was perfectly fine for cruising the South Pacific. The two-level theatre, Compass Rose, Prime 7, and Chartreuse were in excellent shape. We has Penthouse Suite, which was laid out perfectly. Greatest disappointment was the service from our butler, who required a daily order for canapés, and did not help with shore excursions, or dining options. Compared to butlers on Oceania, he fell way short. We eventually gave up on him and used him only for laundry delivery. Chartreuse was outstanding. Had the escargot, mushroom soup, foie gras, lobster and creme brulee-- all 5 Stars!! Prime 7's porterhouse and service, and maitre D were not as good as Compass Rose or Chartreuse. Compass Rose was excellent. Kerry and Jhohan made our cruise excellent. Highlights were the Beef Wellington, Dover Sole, Tenderloin with foie gras, and Miso Glazed Sea Bass. Dining was the best that we have had on any line! The daily souffles and deserts were also excellent. Breakfast and lunch at Compass Rose were not as good. Shore excursions were Ok but we made for the waitlists and short duration by booking many of our own on Tripadvisor, which proved to be great call. We had multiple 5-8 hour excursions in Tahaa and Rangiroa, which made these places special. Entertainment was mediocre except for the excellent country singer, who was outstanding. All in all, 9/10 rating on our 10-day Regent Voyager cruise. Do not be discouraged by the negative reviews. Voyager is well maintained and is in excellent shape. She is not Grandeur or Explorer, but she is in excellent condition for a 10-20 voyage in the South Pacific.
Every suite on Seven Seas Voyager® has a private balcony along with marble bath accents and roomy closets. Sip a cup of coffee or glass of wine and dine alfresco on room service as you take in the endless views and fresh sea air.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® takes pride in creating dining experiences that are simply superb. From succulent lobster to the perfect burger and shake, you’ll find an array of refined flavours and refreshments from which to choose.
The Regent Experience goes beyond the intuitive, personalised service of our world-class team and having every luxurious amenity at your beck and call. It goes beyond culinary experiences delivering epicurean perfection at sea and on land. It goes beyond immersive shore excursions — thousands of which are included — across 550-plus ports of call around the world. It goes beyond each of these by including all of them and more, creating opportunities to live life to the fullest every day.
IMMERSIVE EXPLORATION
Wanderlust tugs at the heart of every traveler. Indulge yours with thousands of INCLUDED Unlimited Shore Excursions, optional Overland Programs, bespoke experiences and a veritable menagerie of opportunities for immersing yourself in over 550 ports of call worldwide.
DESTINATION IMMERSION
Allow us to be your guide as we continue to explore the world around us, from the locales you've longed to see to the hidden gems in places you've been before. Experience some of our favourite excursions as we traverse the world to engage each destination in its most glorious state.
EXPAND YOUR HORIZON
Celebrate your favourite areas of interest, from nature and wildlife to architecture and the culinary arts, through classes, guest speakers and other unique engagements. We invite you to join us and expand your knowledge on every voyage.
Each voyage offers marvellous opportunities to learn, grow and expand your world through enriching presentations and more. Expand your culinary skills with classes specially designed for the Culinary Arts Kitchen, impeccably led by our expert chefs. Enlighten your perspective further when sailing aboard select voyages spotlighting various areas of interest, and hosting presentations, engagements and tours with thought leaders and guest speakers renowned in their various fields of expertise.
You’ll find time spent on board the ship to be just as enriching as time ashore. Relax by the pool, compete in a friendly game of trivia or bocce ball, indulge in treats at afternoon tea and gain insight from an expert lecturer.
Evenings on board are filled with music and fun. Enjoy a rousing cabaret show, test your luck at the Casino, step onto the stage for karaoke or simply find a quiet place on deck to revel in the symphony of stars.
Browse a well-curated selection of duty-free designer clothes, jewelry, perfume and more at the onboard boutiques. Then fuel up with an espresso from an onboard café or unwind at a wine tasting in one of the lounges.
Luxury travel is a holistic experience, one that reenergizes and restores the mind, body and spirit, leaving you with a greater sense of satisfaction and wellbeing. Serene Spa & Wellness™ invites you into a globally inspired, tranquil haven of health, beauty and wellness.
Our Club Mariner program is designed for age groups 5-8, 9-12 and 13-17, and is supervised by specially trained counsellors. Club Mariner is available on select sailings only. Please ask your travel professional for details. Guests under the age of 16 are not permitted in the Spa or Fitness Center.
