My wife and I have taken several Regent cruises and have been extremely pleased with them. They are pricey, but for what you pay, you get (got) a lot! It was always worth it to put out the extra money for the cruise, as you don't get nickel-dimed on everything and it is such a smooth experience.
However...
Regent has just changed their rate structure, and not for the better.
Before, the fare included airfare (Business Class for international flights) and transfers, in addition to all the other stuff.
The NEW fares are split into three categories:
All-Inclusive Cruise Fare [$$$] - all the great things you used to get (minus airfare and transfers)
Ultimate All-Inclusive Fare [$$$$] - same as above, but includes Economy Class airfare and transfers (previously standard), and a $500 private chauffeur credit.
Ultimate All-Inclusive Fare w/Business Class Upgrade [$$$$$] - same as above, but includes Business Class airfare.
I'm afraid my wife and I will be rethinking who we wish to cruise with now. Not such an attractive option anymore.
