What Regent Seven Seas Offers

Regent Seven Seas is a cruise line that operates mid-sized ships carrying between 700 and 750 passengers. The company markets itself as an all-inclusive cruise operator, meaning your ticket price covers most onboard costs that other cruise lines charge separately — meals at all restaurants, alcoholic beverages, gratuities, shore excursions at most ports, and cabin WiFi are included rather than added later.

The line operates ships across different regions: the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Alaska, and around-the-world itineraries that last several months. Voyages typically range from 7 to 14 days, though some specialty cruises run longer. Regent Seven Seas is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, the same parent company that owns Norwegian Cruise Line and Oceania Cruises.

Because the ships are smaller than those operated by Carnival, Royal Caribbean, or Disney, the onboard experience feels less crowded. Cabins tend to be larger than industry standard, and the line emphasizes fine dining and cultural enrichment over high-volume entertainment.

Key Takeaways

  • Regent Seven Seas includes most meals, drinks, gratuities, and shore excursions in the ticket price, so your main additional costs are specialty dining, casino use, and personal purchases.
  • Ships carry 700 to 750 passengers, making them smaller and less crowded than mainstream cruise lines.
  • Cabins are larger than typical cruise ship cabins, and many include private verandas.
  • The line operates in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska, Northern Europe, and offers world cruises lasting up to several months.
  • You book through travel agents or the Regent Seven Seas website, and payment is typically due in full 90 days before departure.

How Pricing and Inclusions Work

Regent Seven Seas prices per-person based on cabin category and sailing date. A 7-day Caribbean cruise might start at $3,000 to $5,000 per person in an inside cabin, while a veranda cabin on the same sailing could run $6,000 to $10,000 or more. Longer voyages and world cruises cost significantly more — a 14-day Mediterranean sailing might range from $5,000 to $15,000 per person depending on cabin type. These are examples only; actual prices vary by season, how far in advance you book, and current promotions.

What is included in your ticket: all meals in the main dining room and specialty restaurants, all beverages including wine and spirits, gratuities for dining and housekeeping staff, most shore excursions at ports of call, WiFi throughout the ship, and onboard entertainment. You do not pay extra when you order a drink at dinner or attend a show.

What costs extra: specialty dining restaurants beyond the main venues (some ships have a French or Italian restaurant with an additional charge), casino gaming, spa treatments, some premium shore excursions, photos taken by the ship's photographer, and items from the gift shop or art auctions.

Booking and Payment Timeline

You can book a Regent Seven Seas cruise through the company's website, by phone, or through a travel agent. Many travelers use travel agents because they can sometimes negotiate group rates or access promotional pricing. When you book, you pay a deposit — typically $500 to $1,000 per person depending on the voyage length — to hold your cabin.

Final payment is due 90 days before your departure date. If you do not pay by that important date, your reservation may be cancelled and your deposit forfeited. The line offers payment plans in some cases, so ask when you book if you want to spread payments over several months rather than paying the full balance at once.

Travel insurance is optional but recommended. It covers cancellation fees if you need to cancel before departure, medical emergencies during the cruise, and trip delays. Regent Seven Seas offers its own insurance through a partner, or you can purchase from a third-party provider.

Onboard Cabin Types and Amenities

Regent Seven Seas cabins are larger than those on mainstream cruise lines. Even the smallest inside cabins (rooms with no window) are around 300 square feet, compared to 150 to 200 square feet on other lines. Outside cabins with portholes run 350 to 400 square feet, and veranda cabins — the most common cabin type on Regent ships — range from 400 to 600 square feet and include a private balcony.

All cabins include a sitting area, a bathroom with a shower or tub, a flat-screen television, a safe, and a minibar stocked with complimentary beverages. Suites add perks like priority dining reservations, access to a private suite lounge, complimentary laundry service, and in some cases a private butler who handles unpacking, pressing clothes, and room service.

Regent Seven Seas does not assign cabins randomly. When you book, you choose your specific cabin from a deck plan, so you know exactly where you will be on the ship before you pay your deposit.

Dining and Restaurants

Regent Seven Seas operates multiple restaurants included in your cruise fare. The main dining room serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a different menu each night. Most ships also have a casual buffet for breakfast and lunch, a poolside grill for burgers and sandwiches, and an Italian trattoria. Some ships add a French restaurant, a steakhouse, or an Asian fusion venue — these specialty restaurants are included, though you may need to make a reservation in advance.

Breakfast and lunch are open seating, meaning you can eat whenever you want during service hours. Dinner in the main dining room is typically assigned seating at a set time (usually 6 p.m. or 8 p.m.), though you can request open seating if you prefer to dine at different times or with different people each night. You choose your dining preference when you book.

All beverages are included: coffee, tea, juice, soft drinks, wine, beer, and spirits. Room service is also complimentary, so you can order breakfast or a snack to your cabin at no extra charge.

Shore Excursions and Ports

Most shore excursions — organized activities at ports of call — are included in your cruise fare. These range from guided city tours and museum visits to snorkeling, hiking, or cultural experiences. On a Caribbean cruise, you might have a choice of a beach day, a historical tour, or a water sports excursion at each port. On a Mediterranean cruise, options might include a walking tour of Rome, a visit to Greek ruins, or a cooking class in Italy.

You select your excursions when you book your cruise or during the first few days onboard. If an excursion is full, you can join a waitlist. Some premium excursions — helicopter tours, private yacht charters, or multi-day land tours — cost extra, but the standard options are covered by your ticket.

If you prefer to explore on your own rather than join an organized tour, you can disembark at any port and return to the ship by the all-aboard time posted that day. The ship will not leave without you if you are back by that time.

What Happens on Embarkation Day

You arrive at the cruise terminal on your departure date, typically in the afternoon. You check in at the terminal, show your passport and cruise documents, and go through security screening similar to airport security. This process can take one to three hours depending on how busy the terminal is, so arriving early helps.

Once you clear security, you board the ship and go to your cabin. Your luggage is delivered to your room later that evening — you do not carry it aboard yourself. The ship typically departs in the early evening, and you are free to explore the ship, eat dinner, and attend the mandatory muster drill (a safety briefing where you learn where to go in an emergency).

Your room key card serves as your onboard ID, your cabin key, and your payment method for any extras you purchase. You link it to a credit card when you board, so any charges go to that card.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a passport for a Regent Seven Seas cruise?

Yes, a valid passport is required for all Regent Seven Seas cruises, even if the ship visits only U.S. ports. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Some cruises to Canada or Mexico may accept a U.S. passport card or an enhanced driver's license, but a full passport is the safest option.

What is the dress code on Regent Seven Seas?

Regent Seven Seas has a "resort casual" dress code for most dinners, meaning collared shirts and dress pants or nice shorts for men, and dresses, skirts, or nice pants for women. A few nights per cruise are "elegant" evenings where men wear jackets and women wear dresses or dressy pantsuits. Casual daytime dress is fine for breakfast, lunch, and poolside. The ship provides a detailed dress code in your pre-cruise documents.

Can I bring my own alcohol onboard?

No, Regent Seven Seas does not allow passengers to bring alcohol into their cabins. Wine and spirits purchased at ports can be stored in your cabin, but they will be held by the ship and returned to you at the end of the cruise. All beverages served onboard are included in your fare, so there is no financial advantage to bringing your own.

What if I get sick during the cruise?

The ship has a medical center staffed by a doctor and nurses. You can visit the medical center for minor illnesses, injuries, or medication refills. Medical services are not free — you pay out of pocket or through travel insurance. For serious emergencies, the ship can divert to the nearest port or arrange a helicopter evacuation, which is extremely expensive if you are not insured.

How do I know if my cruise is cancelled?

Regent Seven Seas cancels cruises only in rare circumstances — severe weather, mechanical issues, or geopolitical events. The line notifies passengers by email and phone as soon as a decision is made. If your cruise is cancelled, you receive a full refund or a credit toward a future cruise. Check your email and voicemail regularly in the weeks before departure.