A nice floating hotel

Item: Seven Seas Explorer
Rating: 4
Author: 19march10

Seven Seas Explorer Cruise Review to Caribbean

19march10

Contributor Level: Deck Hand

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 12

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

Verified Review

10 Night Caribbean Perfection (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: March 16, 2017

Ship: Seven Seas Explorer

Cabin number: 1027

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

Two things stood out on this cruise: The Artful Traveler series of fascinating lectures and entertainment. The mix of politics and entertainment was something we've never experienced before on a cruise. This is truly unique to Regent as it is done in association with NPR and PBS Stations. We also loved the Culinary classes. A fantastic setting with wonderful instructors. Caution: if you take these classes, the food and wine is so spectacular you will not want to dine in any restaurant that evening. This is truly special. The Explorer is beautiful and luxurious with a wonderful staff.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

The Compass Rose was a disappointment as it's ordinary and the service is sporadic and somewhat chaotic. The other restaurants are truly remarkable.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

The Culinary Class with Chef Kelly and Chef LaNoue made this trip something we'll always remember. We cooked, we ate, we drank and we learned.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

The Artful Traveler series made this trip really special. Nothing like it anywhere else and one big reason to go again.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

From Jennifer and Michael (stewardess/steward) to Umberto, Fabrizio, Daniella, Eloise, Stephane, in the Sette Mare and Chartreuse, to all the staff, you can't ask for a friendlier more accommodating group.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Totally deluxe but it needs one more lounge chair.