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Itinerary

Day 1: Auckland
Day 2: Bay of Islands
Day 3: Tauranga
Day 4: Napier
Day 5: Wellington
Day 6: Lyttelton
Day 7: Dunedin
Day 8: Cruising the Fjords of Dusky Sound
Day 9: Cruising the Fjords of Doubtful Sound
Day 10: Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound
Day 11: Cruising the Tasman Sea
Day 12: Cruising the Tasman Sea
Day 13: Burnie, Tasmania
Day 14: Melbourne, Victoria
Day 15: Melbourne, Victoria
Day 16: Cruising the Tasman Sea
Day 17: Sydney, New South Wales
Day 18: Newcastle, New South Wales
Day 19: Cruising the Tasman Sea
Day 20: Cruising the Coral Sea
Day 21: Townsville, Queensland
Day 22: Cairns, Queensland
Day 23: Cooktown, Queensland
Day 24: At Sea
Day 25: At Sea
Day 26: Darwin, Northern Territory
Day 27: Cruising the Arafura Sea
Day 28: Komodo Island
Day 29: Benoa, Bali
Day 30: Benoa, Bali
Day 31: Surabaya
Day 32: At Sea
Day 33: At Sea
Day 34: Port Klang
Day 35: Singapore
Day 36: Singapore
Day 1: Auckland

Auckland is called the City of Sails, and visitors flying in will see why. On the East Coast is the Waitemata Harbour—a Māori word meaning sparkling waters—which is bordered by the Hauraki Gulf, an aquatic playground peppered with small islands where many Aucklanders can be found “mucking around in boats.”Not surprisingly, Auckland has some 70,000 boats. About one in four households in Auckland has a seacraft of some kind, and there are 102 beaches within an hour’s drive; during the week many are quite empty. Even the airport is by the water; it borders the Manukau Harbour, which also takes its name from the Māori language and means solitary bird.According to Māori tradition, the Auckland isthmus was originally peopled by a race of giants and fairy folk. When Europeans arrived in the early 19th century, however, the Ngāti-Whātua tribe was firmly in control of the region. The British began negotiations with the Ngāti-Whātua in 1840 to purchase the isthmus and establish the colony’s first capital. In September of that year the British flag was hoisted to mark the township’s foundation, and Auckland remained the capital until 1865, when the seat of government was moved to Wellington. Aucklanders expected to suffer from the shift; it hurt their pride but not their pockets. As the terminal for the South Sea shipping routes, Auckland was already an established commercial center. Since then the urban sprawl has made this city of approximately 1.3 million people one of the world’s largest geographically.A couple of days in the city will reveal just how developed and sophisticated Auckland is—the Mercer City Survey 2012 saw it ranked as the third-highest city for quality of life—though those seeking a New York in the South Pacific will be disappointed. Auckland is more get-up and go-outside than get-dressed-up and go-out. That said, most shops are open daily, central bars and a few nightclubs buzz well into the wee hours, especially Thursday through Saturday, and a mix of Māori, Pacific people, Asians, and Europeans contributes to the cultural milieu. Auckland has the world’s largest single population of Pacific Islanders living outside their home countries, though many of them live outside the central parts of the city and in Manukau to the south. The Samoan language is the second most spoken in New Zealand. Most Pacific people came to New Zealand seeking a better life. When the plentiful, low-skilled work that attracted them dried up, the dream soured, and the population has suffered with poor health and education. Luckily, policies are now addressing that, and change is slowly coming. The Pacifica Festival in March is the region’s biggest cultural event, attracting thousands to Western Springs. The annual Pacific Island Secondary Schools’ Competition, also in March, sees young Pacific Islander and Asian students compete in traditional dance, drumming, and singing. This event is open to the public.At the geographical center of Auckland city is the 1,082-foot Sky Tower, a convenient landmark for those exploring on foot and some say a visible sign of the city’s naked aspiration. It has earned nicknames like the Needle and the Big Penis—a counterpoint to a poem by acclaimed New Zealand poet James K. Baxter, which refers to Rangitoto Island as a clitoris in the harbor.The Waitemata Harbour has become better known since New Zealand staged its first defense of the America’s Cup in 2000 and the successful Louis Vuitton Pacific Series in early 2009. The first regatta saw major redevelopment of the waterfront. The area, where many of the city’s most popular bars, cafés, and restaurants are located, is now known as Viaduct Basin or, more commonly, the Viaduct. A recent expansion has created another area, Wynyard Quarter, which is slowly adding restaurants.These days, Auckland is still considered too bold and brash for its own good by many Kiwis who live “south of the Bombay Hills,” the geographical divide between Auckland and the rest of New Zealand (barring Northland). “Jafa,” an acronym for “just another f—ing Aucklander,” has entered the local lexicon; there’s even a book out called Way of the Jafa: A Guide to Surviving Auckland and Aucklanders. A common complaint is that Auckland absorbs the wealth from the hard work of the rest of the country. Most Aucklanders, on the other hand, still try to shrug and see it as the parochial envy of those who live in small towns. But these internal identity squabbles aren’t your problem. You can enjoy a well-made coffee in almost any café, or take a walk on a beach—knowing that within 30 minutes’ driving time you could be cruising the spectacular harbor, playing a round at a public golf course, or even walking in subtropical forest while listening to the song of a native tûî bird.

Day 2: Bay of Islands

The Tasman Sea on the west and the Pacific Ocean on the east meet at thetop of North Island at Cape Reinga. No matter what route you take, you’ll passfarms and forests, marvellous beaches, and great open spaces. The East Coast,up to the Bay of Islands, is Northland’s most densely populated, often withrefugees from bigger cities—looking for a more relaxed life—clustered aroundbreathtaking beaches. The first decision on the drive north comes at the footof the Brynderwyn Hills. Turning left will take you up the West Coast throughareas once covered with forests and now used for either agricultural orhorticulture. Driving over “the Brynderwyns,” as they are known,takes you to Whangarei, the only city in Northland. If you’re in the mood for adiversion, you can slip to the beautiful coastline and take in Waipu Cove, anarea settled by Scots, and Laings Beach, where million-dollar homes sit next tosmall Kiwi beach houses.An hour’s drive farther north is the Bay of Islands, known all over theworld for its beauty. There you will find lush forests, splendid beaches, andshimmering harbors. The Treaty of Waitangi was signed here in 1840 betweenMāoriand the British Crown, establishing the basis for the modern New Zealandstate. Every year on February 6, the extremely beautiful Waitangi Treaty Ground(the name means weeping waters) is the sight of a celebration of the treaty andprotests by Māori unhappy with it. Continuing north on the East Coast, theagricultural backbone of the region is even more evident and a series ofwinding loop roads off the main highway will take you to beaches that are bothbeautiful and isolated where you can swim, dive, picnic, or just laze. .The West Coast is even less populated, and the coastline is rugged andwindswept. In the Waipoua Forest, you will find some of New Zealand’s oldestand largest kauri trees; the winding road will also take you past mangroveswamps. Crowning the region is the spiritually significant Cape Reinga, theheadland at the top of the vast stretch of 90 Mile Beach, where it’s believedMāori souls depart after death. Today Māori make up roughly a quarter of thearea’s population (compared with the national average of about 15%). The legendaryMāori navigator Kupe was said to have landed on the shores of Hokianga Harbour,where the first arrivals made their home. Many different wi (tribes) livedthroughout Northland, including Ngapuhi (the largest), Te Roroa, Ngati Wai,Ngati Kuri, Te Aupouri, Ngaitakoto, Ngati Kahu, and Te Rarawa. Many Māoriherecan trace their ancestry to the earliest inhabitants

Day 3: Tauranga

The population center of the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing cities. Along with its neighbor, Whakatane, this seaside city claims to be one of the country’s sunniest towns. Unlike most local towns, Tauranga doesn’t grind to a halt in the off-season, because it has one of the busiest ports in the country, and the excellent waves at the neighboring beach resort of Mount Maunganui—just across Tauranga’s harbor bridge—always draw surfers and holiday folk.

Day 4: Napier

The earthquake that struck Napier at 10:46 am on February 3, 1931, was—at 7.8 on the Richter scale—the largest quake ever recorded in New Zealand. The coastline was wrenched upward several feet. Almost all the town’s brick buildings collapsed; many people were killed on the footpaths as they rushed outside. The quake triggered fires throughout town, and with water mains shattered, little could be done to stop the blazes that devoured the remaining wooden structures. Only a few buildings survived (the Public Service Building with its neoclassical pillars is one), and the death toll was well over 100.The surviving townspeople set up tents and cookhouses in Nelson Park, and then tackled the city’s reconstruction at a remarkable pace. In the rush to rebuild, Napier went mad for art deco, the bold, geometric style that had burst on the global design scene in 1925. Now a walk through the art deco district, concentrated between Emerson, Herschell, Dalton, and Browning streets, is a stylistic immersion. The decorative elements are often above the ground floors, so keep your eyes up.

Day 5: Wellington

New Zealand’s capital is, arguably, the country’s most cosmopolitan metropolis. It’s world-class Te Papa Tongarewa-Museum of New Zealand is a don’t-miss attraction, and the burgeoning film industry led, of course, by the Lord of the Rings extravaganzas has injected new life into the local arts scene. Attractive and compact enough to be explored easily on foot, Wellington is a booming destination. Modern high-rise buildings gaze over Port Nicholson, surely one of the finest natural anchorages in the world. Known to local Māori as The Great Harbor of Tara, its two massive arms form the jaws of the fish of Maui from Māori legend. Sometimes referred to as the windy city, Wellington has been the seat of New Zealand’s government since 1865.

Day 6: Lyttelton

Your initial impression of Christchurch will likely be one of a genteel, green city. Joggers loop through shady Hagley Park, and punters ply the narrow Avon River, which bubbles between banks lined with willows and oaks. With a population approaching 350,000, Christchurch is the largest South Island city, and the second-largest in the country. It is also the forward supply depot for the main U.S. Antarctic base at McMurdo Sound. The face of Christchurch is changing rapidly, fueled by both internal and international immigration. The Māori community, although still below the national average in size, is growing. Ngai Tahu, the main South Island Māori tribe, settled Treaty of Waitangi claims in 1997 and have been investing in tourism ventures. Old wooden bungalows are making way for town houses, the arts scene is flourishing, and the city’s university attracts cutting-edge technology companies. In short, there’s plenty of fresh energy percolating underneath the English veneer.

Day 7: Dunedin

Clinging to the walls of the natural amphitheater at the west end of Otago Harbour, the South Island’s second-largest city is enriched with inspiring nearby seascapes and wildlife. Because Dunedin is a university town, floods of students give the city a vitality far greater than its population of 122,000 might suggest. Its manageable size makes it easy to explore on foot—with the possible exception of Baldwin Street, the world’s steepest residential street and home to the annual “gutbuster” race, in which people run up it, and the “Jaffa” race, in which people roll the namesake spherical chocolate candy down it.Dunedin, the Gaelic name for Edinburgh, was founded in 1848 by settlers of the Free Church of Scotland, a breakaway group from the Presbyterian Church. The city’s Scottish roots are still visible; you’ll find New Zealand’s first and only (legal) whisky distillery, a statue of Scottish poet Robert Burns, and more kilts, sporrans, and gillies than you can shake a stick at! The Scottish settlers and local Māori came together in relative peace, but this wasn’t true of the European whalers who were here three decades before, as places with names such as Murdering Beach illustrate.Dunedin has always had a reputation for the eccentric. Wearing no shoes and a big beard here marks a man as bohemian rather than destitute, and the residents wouldn’t have it any other way. The University of Otago was the country’s first university and has been drawing writers ever since its founding in 1871, most notably Janet Frame and the poet James K. Baxter. Dunedin also has a musical heritage, which blossomed into the “Dunedin Sound” of the 1970s and ’80s.

Day 8: Cruising the Fjords of Dusky Sound
Day 9: Cruising the Fjords of Doubtful Sound
Day 10: Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound
Day 11: Cruising the Tasman Sea
Day 12: Cruising the Tasman Sea
Day 13: Burnie, Tasmania

Burnie overlooks Emu Bay, on the north-west coast. This proudly industrial city is Australia’s fifth largest container port and a vibrant place to visit. Burnie was once surrounded by dense rainforest, but this has slowly disappeared, while fortunes were made felling and milling timber. The paper and pulp mill on the city’s outskirts operated from 1938 to 1998. Burnie was first explored by Bass and Flinders and was known as Emu Bay when it was settled by the Van Diemen’s Land Company in 1827. Today, Burnie has a population of almost 19,000. Burnie experiences temperate conditions, with an average maximum of 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21 degrees Celsius) in January and 56.5 degrees Fahrenheit (13.5) degrees Celsius in June.

Day 14: Melbourne, Victoria

Consistently rated among the “world’s most livable cities” in quality-of-life surveys, Melbourne is built on a coastal plain at the top of the giant horseshoe of Port Phillip Bay. The city center is an orderly grid of streets where the state parliament, banks, multinational corporations, and splendid Victorian buildings that sprang up in the wake of the gold rush now stand. This is Melbourne’s heart, which you can explore at a leisurely pace in a couple of days.In Southbank, one of the newer precincts south of the city center, the Southgate development of bars, restaurants, and shops has refocused Melbourne’s vision on the Yarra River. Once a blighted stretch of factories and run-down warehouses, the southern bank of the river is now a vibrant, exciting part of the city, and the river itself is finally taking its rightful place in Melbourne’s psyche.Just a hop away, Federation Square—with its host of galleries—has become a civic landmark for Melburnians. Stroll along the Esplanade in the suburb of St. Kilda, amble past the elegant houses of East Melbourne, enjoy the shops and cafés in Fitzroy or Carlton, rub shoulders with locals at the Victoria Market, nip into the Windsor for afternoon tea, or rent a canoe at Studley Park to paddle along one of the prettiest stretches of the Yarra—and you may discover Melbourne’s soul as well as its heart.

Day 15: Melbourne, Victoria

Consistently rated among the “world’s most livable cities” in quality-of-life surveys, Melbourne is built on a coastal plain at the top of the giant horseshoe of Port Phillip Bay. The city center is an orderly grid of streets where the state parliament, banks, multinational corporations, and splendid Victorian buildings that sprang up in the wake of the gold rush now stand. This is Melbourne’s heart, which you can explore at a leisurely pace in a couple of days.In Southbank, one of the newer precincts south of the city center, the Southgate development of bars, restaurants, and shops has refocused Melbourne’s vision on the Yarra River. Once a blighted stretch of factories and run-down warehouses, the southern bank of the river is now a vibrant, exciting part of the city, and the river itself is finally taking its rightful place in Melbourne’s psyche.Just a hop away, Federation Square—with its host of galleries—has become a civic landmark for Melburnians. Stroll along the Esplanade in the suburb of St. Kilda, amble past the elegant houses of East Melbourne, enjoy the shops and cafés in Fitzroy or Carlton, rub shoulders with locals at the Victoria Market, nip into the Windsor for afternoon tea, or rent a canoe at Studley Park to paddle along one of the prettiest stretches of the Yarra—and you may discover Melbourne’s soul as well as its heart.

Day 16: Cruising the Tasman Sea
Day 17: Sydney, New South Wales

Sydney belongs to the exclusive club of cities that generate excitement. At the end of a marathon flight there’s renewed vitality in the cabin as the plane circles the city, where thousands of yachts are suspended on the dark water and the sails of the Opera House glisten in the distance. Blessed with dazzling beaches and a sunny climate, Sydney is among the most beautiful cities on the planet.With 4.6 million people, Sydney is the biggest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia. A wave of immigration from the 1950s has seen the Anglo-Irish immigrants who made up the city’s original population joined by Italians, Greeks, Turks, Lebanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Thais, and Indonesians. This intermingling has created a cultural vibrancy and energy—and a culinary repertoire—that was missing only a generation ago.Sydneysiders embrace their harbor with a passion. Indented with numerous bays and beaches, Sydney Harbour is the presiding icon for the city, and urban Australia. Captain Arthur Phillip, commander of the 11-ship First Fleet, wrote in his diary when he first set eyes on the harbor on January 26, 1788: “We had the satisfaction of finding the finest harbor in the world.”Although a visit to Sydney is an essential part of an Australian experience, the city is no more representative of Australia than Los Angeles is of the United States. Sydney has joined the ranks of the great cities whose characters are essentially international. What Sydney offers is style, sophistication, and great looks—an exhilarating prelude to the continent at its back door.

Day 18: Newcastle, New South Wales
Day 19: Cruising the Tasman Sea
Day 20: Cruising the Coral Sea
Day 21: Townsville, Queensland

This coastal city has little in the way of sandy beaches or surf, but it does have shady parks, charming colonial buildings, and a boardwalk-flanked waterfront Esplanade with a terrific man-made beach and picnic facilities. The historic town center has thrived recently, with an influx of lively eateries and bars. There are also some excellent museum and a world-class aquarium.Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service has an office on Magnetic Island, but Townsville Enterprise’s information kiosks in Flinders Square and the Museum of Tropical Queensland (MTQ), on the mainland, are the best sources of visitor info about the island.

Day 22: Cairns, Queensland

Tourism is the lifeblood of Cairns (pronounced Caans). The city makes a good base for exploring the wild top half of Queensland, and tens of thousands of international travelers use it as a jumping-off point for activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling trips to the Barrier Reef, as well as boating, fishing, parasailing, scenic flights, and rain-forest treks.It’s a tough environment, with intense heat and fierce wildlife. Along with wallabies and grey kangaroos in the savannah and tree kangaroos in the rain forest, you’ll find stealthy saltwater crocodiles, venomous snakes, and jellyfish so deadly they put the region’s stunning beaches off- limits to swimmers for nearly half the year. Yet despite this formidable setting, Cairns and tropical North Queensland are far from intimidating places. The people are warm and friendly, the sights spectacular, and—at the right time of year—the beachside lounging is world-class.

Day 23: Cooktown, Queensland
Day 24: At Sea
Day 25: At Sea
Day 26: Darwin, Northern Territory

Darwin is Australia’s most colorful, and exotic, capital city. Surrounded on three sides by the turquoise waters of the Timor Sea, the streets are lined with tropical flowers and trees. Warm and dry in winter, hot and steamy in summer, it’s a relaxed and casual place, as well as a beguiling blend of tropical frontier outpost and Outback hardiness. Thanks to its close proximity to Southeast Asia and its multicultural population it also seems more like Asia than the rest of Australia. Darwin is a city that has always had to fight for its survival. The seductiveness of contemporary Darwin lifestyles belies a history of failed attempts that date from 1824 when Europeans attempted to establish an enclave in this harsh, unyielding climate. The original 1869 settlement, called Palmerston, was built on a parcel of mangrove wetlands and scrub forest that had changed little in 15 million years. It was not until 1911, after it had already weathered the disastrous cyclones of 1878, 1882, and 1897, that the town was named after the scientist who had visited Australia’s shores aboard the Beagle in 1839. During World War II it was bombed more than 60 times, as the harbor full of warships was a prime target for the Japanese war planes. Then, on the night of Christmas Eve 1974, the city was almost completely destroyed by Cyclone Tracy, Australia’s greatest natural disaster. It’s a tribute to those who stayed and to those who have come to live here after Tracy that the rebuilt city now thrives as an administrative and commercial center for northern Australia. Old Darwin has been replaced by something of an edifice complex—such buildings as Parliament House and the Supreme Court all seem very grand for such a small city, especially one that prides itself on its casual, outdoor-centric lifestyle. Today Darwin is the best place from which to explore Australia’s Top End, with its wonders of Kakadu and the Kimberley region.

Day 27: Cruising the Arafura Sea
Day 28: Komodo Island

Pink Beach earned its name for the way the beach can appear to have a rosy hue in certain lights. The color comes from small flecks of red coral mixed in with the fine white reef sand. With a few trees along the beach for shade, this stretch of coast makes a fine place to relax or enjoy a snorkel or dive in the crystal clear waters. It is possible to spot a striped clown fish nestled among the protective tentacles of its sea anemone host, or to see a grouper lazily swimming by a flamboyant soft coral. The reef here is now protected by law and the maturing corals are a joy to behold.

Day 29: Benoa, Bali

Bali really is as alluring as everyone says. This island, slightly bigger than Delaware, has it all: beaches, volcanoes, terraced rice fields, forests, renowned resorts, surfing, golf, and world-class dive sites. But what sets Bali apart from other nearby tropical destinations is Balinese tradition, and villagers dedicated to celebrating it. The hundreds of temples, dances, rituals, and crafts linked to their ancient Hindu faith aren’t a show for tourists, but a living, breathing culture in which visitors are warmly received by the Balinese, who cherish their own identities.

Day 30: Benoa, Bali

Bali really is as alluring as everyone says. This island, slightly bigger than Delaware, has it all: beaches, volcanoes, terraced rice fields, forests, renowned resorts, surfing, golf, and world-class dive sites. But what sets Bali apart from other nearby tropical destinations is Balinese tradition, and villagers dedicated to celebrating it. The hundreds of temples, dances, rituals, and crafts linked to their ancient Hindu faith aren’t a show for tourists, but a living, breathing culture in which visitors are warmly received by the Balinese, who cherish their own identities.

Day 31: Surabaya
Day 32: At Sea
Day 33: At Sea
Day 34: Port Klang

Kuala Lumpur, or KL as locals refer to it, intrigues visitors with its diversity and multicultural character. The city’s old quarter features stretches of shop houses that hint at its colonial past, while modern buildings—including the iconic Petronas Towers—give a glimpse of its modern financial ambitions. The city is filled with culturally colorful quarters dedicated to Chinese, Malay, and Indian communities. New shopping malls with designer labels, five-star hotels, and top-notch restaurants also proliferate in this bustling city of 1.6 million.

Day 35: Singapore

The main island of Singapore is shaped like a flattened diamond, 42 km (26 miles) east to west and 23 km (14 miles) north to south. Near the northern peak is the causeway leading to West Malaysia—Kuala Lumpur is less than four hours away by car. It is at the southern foot where you will find most of the city-state’s action, with its gleaming office towers, working docks, and futuristic “supertrees,” which are solar-powered and serve as vertical gardens. Offshore are Sentosa and over 60 smaller islands, most uninhabited, that serve as bases for oil refining or as playgrounds and beach escapes from the city. To the east is Changi International Airport, connected to the city by metro, bus, and a tree-lined parkway. Of the island’s total land area, more than half is built up, with the balance made up of parkland, farmland, plantations, swamp areas, and rain forest. Well-paved roads connect all parts of the island, and Singapore city has an excellent, and constantly expanding, public transportation system. The heart of Singapore’s history and its modern wealth are in and around the Central Business District. The area includes the skyscrapers in the Central Business District, the 19th-century Raffles Hotel, the convention centers of Marina Square, on up to the top of Ft. Canning. Although most of old Singapore has been knocked down to make way for the modern city, most colonial landmarks have been preserved in the CBD, including early-19th-century buildings designed by the Irish architect George Coleman.

Day 36: Singapore

The main island of Singapore is shaped like a flattened diamond, 42 km (26 miles) east to west and 23 km (14 miles) north to south. Near the northern peak is the causeway leading to West Malaysia—Kuala Lumpur is less than four hours away by car. It is at the southern foot where you will find most of the city-state’s action, with its gleaming office towers, working docks, and futuristic “supertrees,” which are solar-powered and serve as vertical gardens. Offshore are Sentosa and over 60 smaller islands, most uninhabited, that serve as bases for oil refining or as playgrounds and beach escapes from the city. To the east is Changi International Airport, connected to the city by metro, bus, and a tree-lined parkway. Of the island’s total land area, more than half is built up, with the balance made up of parkland, farmland, plantations, swamp areas, and rain forest. Well-paved roads connect all parts of the island, and Singapore city has an excellent, and constantly expanding, public transportation system. The heart of Singapore’s history and its modern wealth are in and around the Central Business District. The area includes the skyscrapers in the Central Business District, the 19th-century Raffles Hotel, the convention centers of Marina Square, on up to the top of Ft. Canning. Although most of old Singapore has been knocked down to make way for the modern city, most colonial landmarks have been preserved in the CBD, including early-19th-century buildings designed by the Irish architect George Coleman.

Regent Suite
Master Suite
Grand Suite
Explorer Suite
Seven Seas Suite
Penthouse Suite
Concierge Suite
Superior Suite
Deluxe Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Regent Suite

Incomparable craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail are evident everywhere – from the suite’s unique design choices, such as rare works of art, to grand features like an in-suite spa retreat and Steinway piano. The only thing to rival the luxurious interior that includes two magnificent bedrooms is the spectacular ocean view from private balconies that include a Tresse Minipool high atop the ship.

Layout

  • 2 Spacious Bedrooms

  • 2 Private Balconies with a Custom-Made Treesse Heated Minipool Spa
  • 2 1/2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms, 1 with Jetted Tub
  • Private In-suite Spa with Sauna, Steam Room and Jetted Tub
  • King-Size Savoir Bed with Mollissima Duvet in Master Bedroom
  • Spacious Living Room
  • Private Solarium
  • 3 Walk-in Closets, 2 Safes
  • Custom Steinway Grand Baroque
  • Piano by Dakota Jackson
  • Accommodates Up To 6 Guests
  • FREE Laundry and Dry Cleaning

Amenities

  • FREE Personal Car and Guide to Explore Ashore

  • FREE In-Suite Spa Services
  • Exclusive Access to The Study, A Private Dining Room For Up To 12 Guests
  • Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
  • Selection of Aromatic Suite Fragrances by Dr. Vranjes
  • Spa Accessories and Spongology Collection
  • Cristina Azario Cashmere Throw
  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast and Porterage
  • INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
  • Personal Butler
  • Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
  • VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
  • Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
  • Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
  • Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
  • 1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
  • Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
  • Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
  • 24-Hour Room Service with Specialty Restaurant Selections During Dining Hours
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Preferred Selection of Luxurious Bed Linens and Pillow Menu
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
  • Tea Forte Set-Up
  • Personalized Stationery
  • Complimentary Use of Windows Tablet
  • Complimentary Shore Excursion Bag
  • Delivery of Up to Three Daily Newspapers
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Bath Scale
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover, Hand Sanitizer and Dental Care
  • Complimentary Tote Bag
Master Suite

You’ll find Park Avenue chic onboard Seven Seas Explorer® in this extravagant, stylish suite. A rich color palette, the finest fabrics and a grand piano create sophisticated comfort, while a personal butler will happily assist with both ordinary and special requests. With two spacious bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room and a wrap-around private balcony, this suite is perfectly suited to host gatherings of new friends.

LAYOUT:

  • 2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed

  • 2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms
  • Spacious Living Room
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 6 Guests

AMENITIES:

  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast and Porterage

  • INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
  • Personal Butler
  • Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
  • Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
  • Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
  • Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
  • Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
  • 1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
  • Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
  • Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
  • 24-Hour Room Service with Specialty Restaurant Selections During Dining Hours
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
  • Tea Forte Set-Up
  • Personalized Stationery
  • Complimentary Use of Windows Tablet
  • Complimentary Shore Excursion Bag
  • Delivery of Up to Three Daily Newspapers
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Bath Scale
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Grand Suite

Step into the richness of an emerald green dining area perfectly ensconced within a spacious, sumptuous living room. Just outside is a private balcony with a table and chairs, perfect for in-suite breakfast. The master bedroom is large and inviting, its soothing color palette perfect for a peaceful night’s rest on your King-Size Elite Slumber™ Bed. Two full baths make it a perfect space for entertaining new friends on the high seas.

LAYOUT:

  • 1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
  • 2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms
  • Spacious Living Room
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

AMENITIES:

  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast and Porterage
  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • Choice of Guerlain, Bottega Veneta and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
  • Personal Butler
  • Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
  • Welcome Bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
  • Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
  • Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
  • Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
  • 1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
  • Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice
  • Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Centre
  • 24-Hour Room Service with Specialty Restaurant Selections During Dining Hours
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
  • Tea Forte Set-Up
  • Personalized Stationery
  • Complimentary Use of Windows Tablet
  • Complimentary Shore Excursion Bag
  • Delivery of Up to Three Daily Newspapers
  • In-Suite Blu-ray Player
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Bath Scale
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Explorer Suite

One look at this suite and you’ll be uncorking a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne and toasting your good fortune. A soothing color palette, attention to detail and soothing lighting invite you to unwind in style. The subdued elegance continues with a resplendent private bedroom and one-and-a-half bathrooms, where marble and stone details complement the scents of a variety of lavish soaps, shampoos and lotions.

LAYOUT

  • 1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
  • 1 1/2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms
  • Spacious Living Room
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 2 Guests

AMENITIES

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast and Porterage
  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • Choice of Guerlain, Bottega Veneta and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Personal Butler
  • Welcome Bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne
  • Priority boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1:00 pm
  • Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement
  • Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
  • 1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Personalized Stationery
  • Complimentary Use of Windows Tablet
  • Delivery of Up to Three Daily Newspapers
  • In-Suite Blu-ray Player
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Bath Scale
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Seven Seas Suite

This suite welcomes you with soothing colors, pleasing artwork and comfortable furnishings. Relax in the sitting area after an exciting day ashore and enjoy the selection of fresh canapés delivered by your personal butler. Then retreat to your private balcony to watch the ever-changing vistas and ponder your next destination.

LAYOUT

  • 1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
  • 1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
  • Spacious Living Room
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 2 Guests

AMENITIES

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service

  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast & Porterage
  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • Choice of Guerlain, Bottega Veneta and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Personal Butler
  • Priority boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1:00 pm
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Personalized Stationery
  • Complimentary Use of Windows Tablet
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Penthouse Suite

The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you’re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.

LAYOUT

  • European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
  • 1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom featuring a glass-enclosed shower instead of bathtub
  • Spacious Living Room
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

AMENITIES

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast, and Porterage
  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • Guerlain & L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Personal Butler
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with Fresh Fruit Arrangement
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Personalized Stationery
  • Complimentary Use of Windows Tablet
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag
Concierge Suite

In this superbly designed suite, enjoy once-in-a-lifetime views of the horizon from the comfort of your King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illy® espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony.

LAYOUT:

  • European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
  • 1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Intimate Sitting Area
  • Private Balcony
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

This category includes Accessibility Options in suites 822 and 823. For more information about accessible suites click here.

AMENITIES:

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast & Porterage
  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with Fresh Fruit Arrangement
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Superior Suite

With more than 400 square feet (121.9 meters) of space including a private balcony, this suite is an excellent choice if you want a little extra room. Even your sleeping accommodations are spacious, as the Elite Slumber™ bed is a European king-size and faces floor-to-ceiling windows that provide ocean views from your bed. A walk-in closet, dual sinks in the bathroom and wonderful bath amenities make it a pleasure to prepare for your day’s adventures.

LAYOUT:

  • European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
  • 1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Intimate Sitting Area
  • Private Balcony
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

AMENITIES:

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes one log-in, one device, per suite*
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with Fresh Fruit Arrangement
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
Deluxe Veranda Suite

Thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors, this suite is a joyful retreat. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.

LAYOUT:

  • European Queen Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
  • 1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom featuring a glass-enclosed shower instead of bathtub
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Intimate Sitting Area
  • Private Balcony
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

AMENITIES:

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes one log-in, one device, per suite*

  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with Fresh Fruit Arrangement
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
Veranda Suite

This suite is a wonderfully cosy retreat that includes a private balcony. In addition to a signature Elite Slumber™ bed, you’ll enjoy amenities such as lavish bath products, an interactive flat-screen TV and plush bathrobe and slippers. The intimate sitting area includes a table that is the perfect size for a welcome bottle of Champagne and an in-suite breakfast. For your convenience, 24-hour room service is a phone call away.

LAYOUT:

  • European Queen Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
  • 1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom featuring a glass-enclosed shower instead of bathtub
  • Private Balcony
  • Built-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 2 Guests
  • Intimate Sitting Area

AMENITIES:

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes one log-in, one device, per suite*
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with Fresh Fruit Arrangement
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
Pacific Rim
Compass Rose
Pool Grill
La Veranda
Prime 7
Sette Mari at La Veranda
Chartreuse
Coffee Connection
Room Service
The Study
Pacific Rim

Walk past the Tibetan Prayer wheel at the Pacific Rim entrance and be prepared for an evening of culinary perfection with an array of Pan-Asian flavors and dishes. An elegantly exotic eatery.

Compass Rose

The wondrous colors outside Seven Seas Explorer® are no match for the vivid cobalt-blue glass installation on the ceiling of our elegant Compass Rose, a perfect setting for breakfast and dinner

Pool Grill

When you desire a quick bite after sunbathing or swimming in the pool, our Pool Grill is the place for grilled-to-order burgers, seafood, sandwiches, even hand-dipped ice cream sprinkled with tasty toppings.

La Veranda

Located on Deck 11 aft, guests take in stunning ocean views while enjoying elegant breakfast and lunch buffets in the chic indoor dining room or al fresco on the shaded, open-air deck.

Prime 7

From perfectly aged prime New York strip, porterhouse and succulent filet mignon to smoked salmon with a phenomenal tamarind-whiskey sauce, Prime 7 elevates classic American fare to lofty heights.

Sette Mari at La Veranda

Enjoy an extensive menu of authentic antipasti and Italian specialties served á la carte and paired with fine Italian wines. All dishes are prepared with the freshest gourmet ingredients and served by our attentive waiters.

Chartreuse

A restaurant with a modern French menu and attention to detail you’ll notice in its Parisian décor, expertly prepared dishes and wait staff. About the closest thing to a Parisian culinary gem on the high seas.

Coffee Connection

Grab a barista-made coffee, check the headlines of international newspapers or choose from a variety of handmade pastries in our cozy café which is open throughout the day.

Room Service

Enjoy delectable appetisers, main courses and desserts in your suite 24 hours a day. During dinner hours, delight in ordering dishes made to your exact taste from the expansive Compass Rose menu.

Knowing that guests sometimes prefer to simply dine in the comfort of their suites, we offer room service around the clock. Select from an extensive room service menu and the wait staff will promptly serve your order in the comfort of your suite. During normal dining hours, guests may also order from the Compass Rose menu, which changes daily and features Continental, vegetarian, and kosher cuisines. Dinners will be graciously served course-by-course.

The Study

Guests of the most luxurious suite on the high seas — the Regent Suite on Seven Seas Explorer® — have exclusive access to The Study, a private, ornately decorated dining room that seats up to 12 guests.

In an atmosphere that’s reminiscent of a personal library in an elegant, stately home, Regent Suite guests may gather in The Study to privately dine on meals from the adjacent Chartreuse and Prime 7 restaurants. Such an exclusive opportunity further establishes the Regent Suite on Seven Seas Explorer® as the pre-eminent luxury accommodation on the high seas.

Culinary Arts Kitchen
Gourmet Explorer Tours
Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Eco-Connect Tours
Behind The Design Tours
Go Local Tours
Wellness Tours
In-Port Overnights
Culinary Arts Kitchen

We spared no expense to bring you an authentic cooking school experience. Our Culinary Arts Kitchen features 18 cooking stations with quartzite countertops and stainless steel accents. The rest is up to you!

Gourmet Explorer Tours

Taste the cultures of the world with our specially curated, Master Chef-led, Gourmet Explorer Tours, unique to sailings aboard Seven Seas Splendor® and Seven Seas Explorer®. Be treated to a particularly French dining experience with Michelin-starred Master Chef René Bérard at his private estate along with a Provençal cooking demonstration in Provence or be led through the open-air, seaside market in Nice and partake in an exquisite lunch at Château Eza in Eze. Please your palate and expand your culinary knowledge with each of our delectable Gourmet Explorer Tours.

Regent Choice Shore Excursions

As the name suggests, these excursions work a little harder to engage your explorer spirit. Unique itineraries and smaller groups create more personal experiences… and memories of a lifetime.

Unique, unparalleled experiences

Soaring over Alaskan forests and mountains via helicopter en route to feeling the majesty of Mendenhall Glacier beneath your feet. Discover the best our world has to offer through the unparalleled experiences you’ll enjoy with Regent Choice Shore Excursions.

Enhance your shoreside experience with a Regent Choice Small Group tour. Hosting up to 16 guests, these tours provide a more intimate experience and allow for more personal engagement with your knowledgeable guide.

Eco-Connect Tours

Engage with local groups and businesses to learn about how they are transforming the world around them while experiencing the impact of their efforts first-hand.

Our Eco-Connect Tours provide enriching opportunities to interact with and learn from local communities around the world as they work to conserve and sustain their surrounding environments.

Discover the valuable and beautiful flora and fauna of places like Costa Rica, Vietnam and Australia. Sample the products of sustainable farming practices in regions like France, New Zealand and Argentina. Absorb the inspiring innovations in energy production at facilities in Portugal, Iceland and Japan. This is only a sampling of the more than 150 unique Eco-Connect Tours we offer.

Reinvigorate your love for the world around you with these insightful experiences — many of which are available as part of our FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions.

Behind The Design Tours

Glimpse behind the scenes of some of the most captivating and brilliant designs around the world.

Brilliant architectural achievements

Glimpse behind the scenes of some of the most captivating and brilliant designs around the world.

Go Local Tours

Go Local Tours provide a more direct way for you to experience the culture of a destination through the communities within. Spend a day at a family-owned goat farm in the countryside of Andalusia to learn the generations-old way of making cheese, discover the joy of fishing with the residents of Portofino or observe skilled local artists in their personal studios on Palma de Mallorca. Many Go Local tours are part of our FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions, while some require a discounted, supplementary charge. Experience the world through the eyes of those who actually live there and discover the best of what you didn’t know about your favorite destination with Go Local Tours.

Wellness Tours

Transcend the moment as you expand your mind and strengthen your body with a Wellness Tour. Soak in a restorative, mineral-rich thermal spring in Rome or center your chi with a taiji (tai chi) class on a beautiful and serene beach on Palma de Mallorca. Be refreshed by a Mediterranean breeze as you calm your mind and strengthen your focus through a yoga class overlooking the seaside town of Taormina. Restore and heal your mind, body and soul as you travel throughout the world with our Wellness Tours.

In-Port Overnights

Evenings provide a different view of a city as the streets light up and the locals unwind. Discover the fun of a destination’s nightlife and enjoy more time ashore with more overnights in ports across every region of the world.

Explorer Lounge
Observation Lounge
Constellation Theater
Reception & Concierge/General Manager
Destination Services
Atrium
Connoisseur Club
Meridian Lounge
The Casino
Card Room
Library
Boutique
Pool Bar
Business Center
Explorer Lounge

The perfect spot to begin or end an evening, our Explorer Lounge inspires intimate conversations over perfectly mixed cocktails at an elegant, black marble bar while resident musicians play soothing live music.

Observation Lounge

With musicians performing throughout the day and night, captivating décor and floor-to-ceiling windows, you’ll be instantly drawn to this chic yet comfortable lounge as you unwind with a cocktail and jovial conversation.

Constellation Theater

Even before the lights drop and a lavishly staged, high-energy show begins, you’re greeted by a Gatsby-esque atmosphere of glamor and sophistication as you enter our Constellation Theatre.

Reception & Concierge/General Manager

Turn to the Reception Desk for answers to questions about your Seven Seas Explorer® experience. Our knowledgeable staff is available day and night. You may also contact the ship’s Concierge here.

Our Reception Desk is the place to turn to have your every wish, whim and want fulfilled any time of day or night. Our knowledgeable, personable staff will welcome your questions and work to ensure your Seven Seas Explorer® experience is everything you want it to be. The ship’s Concierge may also be contacted at the Reception Desk.

While cruise-related issues are first submitted to Reception/Concierge, you can be assured that a General Manager is on hand to resolve issues to your satisfaction.

Accountability is a critical aspect of providing you with an unrivalled experience on Regent Seven Seas Cruises®. As a guest you’ll always know where to find our General Manager, whose sole responsibility is making sure things are running as they should — and that includes providing you with superior customer service.

Destination Services

A great resource if you’re keen on making the most of your time in port cities. Visit Destination Services to book a FREE Unlimited Shore Excursion or unique, small-group Regent Choice Shore Excursion.

No ordinary shipboard cooking class, our Culinary Arts Kitchen will make you believe you’ve stumbled into one of the world’s prestigious cooking schools. An impressive 18 individual cooking stations sit atop three long, curved rows with white quartzite countertops and stainless steel accents, a formidable array you’ll put to good use preparing a variety of exquisite dishes taught by trained culinary masters.

Atrium

Simply put, the Atrium is the very heart of Seven Seas Explorer®. Natural light cascades from above but it’s a magnificent chandelier shining like a glowing star that steals the show.

Connoisseur Club

Engage in spirited conversation with new friends in an elegant hideaway that calls to mind gentleman’s clubs of old. An elegant throwback where cigars are savored, you’ll take to like a favorite cardigan.

Meridian Lounge

A popular spot for informal gatherings over impromptu cocktails, you may find yourself here after a thrilling theater experience. Meridian Lounge is a spacious, friendly space with an expansive bar and live music at night.

The Casino

Enjoy the elegance and excitement of a Monte Carlo-style casino. Stride through the Casino’s glass doors to an elegant setting abuzz with Blackjack, roulette, poker, and a full craps table, as well as slot machines.

Card Room

Clubby and comfortable, our Card Room is a charming spot for you and new friends to gather for friendly competition in elegant surroundings.

Library

Choose from a large selection of reading material in our Library, a relaxing retreat dedicated to calming the senses as well as stimulating the brain.

Boutique

Perhaps it’s a dress to wear for dinner or a piece of jewelry that calls your name. Our boutique items are carefully selected, providing you with quality handbags, fragrances and clothes to give as gifts… or give yourself.

Pool Bar

What better way to relax your body and mind than in a refreshing pool with dramatic views every way you turn? Discover this and an inviting teak-deck terrace for yourself, just outside Serene Spa and Wellness™.

When you envision an activity you’re only likely to do while on vacation, sipping a frozen drink at a pool bar onboard a glorious cruise ship is probably near the top of the list. You can tick that box at our Pool Bar, where you and new friends can enjoy leisurely conversation over cocktails and frozen drinks in a delightfully relaxed atmosphere.

Business Center

For those who’ve chosen to leave their laptops at home, desktop computers are available at our staffed Business Center. Of course, you may access WiFi without charge throughout the entirety of the ship.

Serene Spa & Wellness™
Pool Deck
Sports Deck
Infinity-Edge Plunge Pool
Fitness Centre
Jogging Track
Golf Net
Bocce Court
Shuffleboard
Paddle Tennis Court
Putting Green
Serene Spa & Wellness™

A globally inspired, tranquil haven of health, beauty and wellness, our spa offers restorative treatments and activities that incorporate globally sourced, natural ingredients to soothe both the body and mind.

Pool Deck

On days you wish to lounge by a pool, head here. You’ll be greeted by a Pool Deck with an unforgettable vista, elegant teak accents and an amiable crew offering cold drinks and lounge chairs with plush towels.

Sports Deck

Practice your golf swing, go for a jog around the track, or gather some new friends for a spirited (but fun) game of bocce ball, all while taking in stunning views and fresh, ocean air.

Infinity-Edge Plunge Pool

What better way to relax your body and mind than in a refreshing pool with dramatic views every way you turn? Discover this and an inviting teak-deck terrace for yourself, just outside Serene Spa and Wellness™.

Fitness Centre

Look after yourself at sea. Take part in Pilates, yoga and aerobics classes or help yourself to spinning bikes, dumbbells, treadmills, Technogym Strength Machines, workout mats and step benches. For guests 16 and over.

Jogging Track

If you have a regular walking or running routine, fear not – your healthy habit can be maintained while cruising the high seas. Regardless of the speed you traverse our track, dramatic views and fresh air await.

Whether you prefer to start your day with a brisk jog or wait until later and get in an afternoon walk, our Track is a popular destination for those who’ve developed active lifestyles back on dry land. Onboard Seven Seas Explorer® it’s an outstanding place to get your heart pumping while enjoying unforgettable ocean vistas.

Golf Net

If the mood strikes to work on your fairway swing, head to our Golf Net. All equipment is provided for you to practice your swing while soaking up the most glorious views imaginable.

Bocce Court

Gather some friends and engage in a game originated in 5,000 BC. Our Bocce Court has the requisite equipment – a pallina and 8 larger balls – for you to engage in a spirited contest as the sun sets.

Shuffleboard

Probably the game most associated with cruise ships, shuffleboard onboard Seven Seas Explorer® is a more dramatic affair. High atop your ship, you won’t mind awaiting your turn as you take in glorious horizon views.

Paddle Tennis Court

Our completely screened and well-maintained paddle tennis court will beckon you and your teammates to win at all costs – or simply enjoy a fun game of paddle tennis or two.

Putting Green

Not nearly as serious as the Golf Net, our Putting Greens invite you to gather friends – perhaps after an afternoon cocktail – for a spirited round of putt-putt golf or two.

Disabled Facilities
Special Dietary Requirements
Age Restrictions
Dress Code
Smoking Policy
Sail & Sustain
Alcohol Policy
Internet Access
Medical Services
Laundry Services
Disabled Facilities

For details on a prearranged rental program, please contact our authorized vendor:

Scootaround Personal Transportation Solutions
Phone: 1.888.441.7575
Email: info@scootaround.com
scootaround.com/rent-online

Accessibility Options in suites 822/823 and 916. For more information about accessible suites click here.

Service or guide animals are allowed on board, provided the passenger notifies Carrier prior to the cruise of their intention to bring such animal and agrees to take sole responsibility for any expense, damage, injuries or losses associated with or caused by such animal.

Special Dietary Requirements

Please advise Regent Seven Seas Cruises of any special dietary requirements you may have 120 days prior to sailing for voyages embarking in the US and 150 days for all other voyages, by sending an e-mail to specialrequests@rssc.com. General dietary needs such as low salt or low cholesterol foods can be satisfied onboard the ship just by speaking with the dining wait staff.

Age Restrictions

Infants must be six months of age as of the first day of the cruise. For voyages that have three or more consecutive days at sea, infants must be at least one year of age as of the first day of the cruise. Guests traveling with a young infant that does not meet the infant policy will be denied boarding. No refunds or other compensation shall be due from Regent Seven Seas Cruises to anyone as a result of the denial of boarding to an underage infant or any accompanying guests. Based on SOLAS requirements Regent Seven Seas Cruises cannot and will not make any exceptions to allow infants on any of their cruises which do not meet the minimum one year of age requirement. No waivers will be accepted. Please do not enquire about making any exceptions, as all requests will be denied. Any guest under the age of 18 must be accompanied by and occupy the same suite as an adult 18 years or older. Regent Seven Seas Cruises does not provide for the care, entertainment or supervision of children. Guests under the age of 16 are not permitted to use the spa or fitness facilities, even if supervised by an adult. Special promotional rates are available for children on select sailings. To be eligible, the child must be under the age of 18.

Dress Code

Attire ranges from Casual to Formal Optional. Casual wear consists of resort-style outfits; some examples are jeans, shorts, t-shirts, and tennis shoes. Casual wear is appropriate for daytime both on board or ashore. Casual wear is not appropriate after 6:00 PM. On the night prior to disembarkation, guests may need to pack their luggage early due to morning flights the next day. With this in mind, on the last night of every voyage, we will relax the dress code for dinner to Casual.

Otherwise, the recommended onboard dress in the evenings is Elegant Casual. Dinner dress for ladies includes a skirt, or slacks with a blouse or sweater, a pant suit or dress; slacks and a collared shirt for gentlemen. Sport jackets are optional. Casual wear is not to be worn at dinner. Ties are not required.

On sailings of 16 nights or more, Formal and Semi-Formal attire is optional on two of the evenings. On the two Formal Optional evenings, guests are welcome to dress as per the elegant Casual dress code or opt for a more formal choice of clothing including gowns and cocktail dresses for ladies; tuxedos, dinner jackets or dark suits with tie for gentlemen.

Smoking Policy

For the comfort and safety of all of our Guests, smoking is not permitted in any enclosed dining area, certain public venues, elevators, the Theater, and all suites and balconies, and is only permitted in specific designated smoking areas. The use of electronic cigarettes is allowed within designated smoking areas only.

Cigarette smoking is only permitted in designated areas of the outdoor pool area and the following public rooms:

  • Seven Seas Splendor: Connoisseur Club, Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)
  • Seven Seas Explorer: Connoisseur Club, Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)
  • Seven Seas Voyager: Connoisseur Club, Horizon Lounge (outdoor one side designated area), Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)
  • Seven Seas Mariner: Connoisseur Club, Horizon Lounge (outdoor one side designated area), Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)
  • Seven Seas Navigator: Galileo’s (outdoor one side designated area), Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)

Cigar Smoking is only permitted in the Connoisseur Club on applicable ships and the designated area on the opposite side of the Pool Bar.

Pipe smoking is only permitted in the Connoisseur Club. Pipe smoking in open deck areas is considered an extreme fire hazard and is not permitted.

Failure to comply with the above smoking policy will result in guests being asked to leave the ship at their expense, without refund or credit for the unused portion of their cruise.

Sail & Sustain

Our global sustainability program, Sail & Sustain, is centered around our commitment to drive a positive impact on society and the environment while delivering on our vision to be the vacation of choice for everyone around the world. We visit nearly 500 destinations globally, allowing our guests to travel and explore the world, and our business is inextricably linked to the preservation of our planet and the protection of our shared resources.

Our environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy is focused on five pillars and was developed through cross-functional collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders. As we continue our ESG journey, we look forward to building upon this foundation and meaningfully contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as we collectively chart a path towards a more sustainable future.

Alcohol Policy

The sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages will be limited to guests aged 21 years or older. However, with the exception of Hawaii, Alaska and New England voyages not leaving U.S. territorial waters, guests between the ages of 18 through 20 may purchase and personally consume wine and beer only while on board and with the consent of an accompanying parent. Authorization will be given only when the accompanying parent completes the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form. This form can be obtained and completed at the Reception Desk upon embarkation. While sailing on select international voyages, guests 18 years or older are permitted to consume alcoholic beverages without having to complete the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form. Guests are kindly reminded to consume alcohol in moderation. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to prohibit and retain all liquor brought aboard the ship.

Internet Access

Wireless access is available throughout the ship, including most suites. Access is provided utilizing satellite communication systems. Service and speed will vary port to port. Please be advised that bandwidth-heavy applications such as Skype, Netflix, YouTube and VPN are not included in our FREE Unlimited WiFi plans.

If you are utilizing a mobile device that access the internet via a cellular carrier’s network (4G for example) instead of the ship’s wireless access, it will be treated as if you were using your cell phone and International roaming charges will apply. Any costs associated will be billed directly through your cell phone provider, and not through the ship. Check www.wmsatsea.com for more information.

Medical Services

Each ship has a licensed and registered doctor and nurse for professional and emergency services, which are available at customary charges. The ships’ medical centers are designed to provide medical care for certain temporary illnesses and accidents, and are not intended or capable of providing on-going treatment of pre-existing medical conditions. For guests requiring oxygen equipment, an oxygen concentrator is the only form of oxygen equipment allowed aboard ship, and must be provided by the guest. Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ wheelchairs on board are for emergency purposes only.

Laundry Services

All guests will now benefit from FREE Valet Laundry Service during their cruise. Enjoy the luxury and convenience of freshly washed, carefully pressed and folded laundry picked up and delivered to your suite throughout your voyage.

Deck 14
Deck 12
Deck 10
Deck 8
Deck 11
Deck 9
Deck 7
Deck 6
Deck 5
Deck 4
Deck 14
  • Regent Suite
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Concierge Suites
Deck 12
  • Jogging Track
  • Grand Suites
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
  • Concierge Suites
  • Golf Nets
  • Shuffle Board
  • Bocce Court
  • Paddle Tennis Court
  • Putting Green
Deck 10
  • Prime 7
  • Chartreuse
  • The Study
  • Explorer Suites
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
  • Concierge Suites
  • Superior Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
Deck 8
  • Master Suites
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Concierge Suites
  • Superior Suites
  • Deluxe Veranda Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
Deck 11
  • Culinary Arts Kitchen
  • La Veranda
  • Observation Lounge
  • Pool Bar
  • Pool Grill
  • Sette Mari at La Veranda
  • Pool Deck
  • Card Room
  • Connoisseur Club
  • Library
Deck 9
  • Master Suites
  • Explorer Suites
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
  • Concierge Suites
  • Superior Suites
  • Deluxe Veranda Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
Deck 7
  • Grand Suites
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Concierge Suites
  • Superior Suites
  • Deluxe Veranda Suites
  • Veranda Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
Deck 6
  • Fitness Centre
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Concierge Suitess
  • Deluxe Veranda Suites
  • Veranda Suites
Deck 5
  • Atrium
  • Business Center
  • Coffee Connection
  • Constellation Theater
  • Infinity Pool
  • Destination Services
  • General Manager 
  • Reception & Concierge
  • Meridian Lounge
  • Pacific Rim
  • Serena Spa & Wellness
Deck 4
  • Atrium
  • Compass Rose
  • Constellation Theater
  • Explorer Lounge
  • The Casino
  • Boutique

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