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Seven Seas Navigator® may be found in two very different regions: the South Pacific or Canada and New England. Take your pick of amazing beauty in both destinations — turquoise waters teeming with bright tropical fish or the blazing orange, red and gold leaves of a New England autumn.
Regent certainly isn't a value cruise but we were delighted by everything. The food was fantastic at all venues but especially so at the Prime steak house. Our suite was better.than described. Breakfast in the room always arrives in a timely manner. The staff really do look after you and we left very happy indeed Only gripe was the entertainment, the shows were amature, with the exception of the comedian who was brilliant. The last live music stopped at 23:15 latest, its not for night owls. There was a mix of ages but the average seemed to over 70. Be careful in your choice of included excursions. The lake and wine tasting alternative to Rome was rubbish and so was the the trip to Saint Tropez (virtually closed). We didn't even get the guided walk that was promised Trips to Pisa, Lucca and Aix en Provence were fantastic and great places to experience.
This was our third cruise on the Navigator having done two last year, one in the Caribbean and the other in the eastern Mediterranean. We know its smaller, older, and less glamourous than its bigger sisters, but it does look like a proper ship rather than a block of flats on a barge, and appeared to be in very good condition – not a speck of rust anywhere (other lines could learn a lesson). The crew is friendly and efficient, and the service levels are fully up to normal Regent standards. We had a guarantee suite and we ended up on deck 6 – which we rather liked as all the public areas were almost outside the door. Our suite attendant was excellent. The food quality could be variable, sometimes very good but there were one or two misses. The opportunity to have breakfast, lunch, and the occasional dinner outside on the deck behind La Veranda/Sette Mari is always a bonus. There is only one specialty restaurant, Prime 7, which was mixed food wise but not that great an environment. We are not fans of the pool grill and avoided the deck buffet though others clearly enjoyed it – perhaps BBQ is not really a British thing. We felt that the captain was not as approachable as the last one we had but we enjoyed Ray Solaire again as the cruise director – he is always out and about and very sociable. The evening entertainment was the usual traditional song and dance shows - it would be great to have something more contemporary. We had two guest artists, the singer was good, the magician was not for us. The daily trivia was not that well attended, a pity as it can be a good way to meet people. The music had improved from our last trip, the orchestra played regularly in the Galileo Lounge and the duo and Mark, the piano player, were fun and personable. There were no obvious problems on securing sun loungers on deck but we prefer to sit on our balcony – and only venture on deck for the bar, and the hot tubs in the early evening. The WIFI was not the greatest, we struggled to download our newspapers, but we got there in the end. The itinerary was good (except perhaps for St Tropez, nothing much there), the weather not so good. The selection of included tours was excellent and we had no trouble getting the ones we wanted. Regent caters for a wealthy mature demographic, who are very friendly. If you think luxury equates to chandeliers and marble everywhere, or you want parties and late nights, Navigator is probably not for you, but it suited us. We prefer the small numbers of passengers, that everything is included and that you never need to flash a card.
After reading some very negative reviews about the ship our experience was the complete opposite. Everything from the pre-cruise hotel, flights, boarding, excursions, disembarkation to airport transfer worked seamlessly. And of course as others have noted, the staff were wonderful. We were in a Penthouse Suite on Deck 10 which was quite spacious compared with cabins on other cruise lines we have experienced. It was professionally serviced and nothing was too much trouble. One slight negative was that the cabin walls are not that soundproof, so we were able to hear raised voices of our next door neighbours. We were well satisfied with the quality and variety of the dining options and we had no complaints about the supply of wine in any of the dining venues. The specific dietary requirements of one of us were very well catered for and the on the couple of occasions that we requsted room service it arrived promptly and at thr right temperature. To summarise, this is not a new ship and this is partly reflected in the price of this ship's cruises. Occasionally we felt a little vibration from the engines but nothing serious. This was our first cruise with Regent Seven Seas and it will certainly not be our last.
In truth, Navigator is the oldest and smallest in the Regent fleet, and for sure, is noisier with more vibration at the stern, and it doesn't have as wide a selection of restaurants. However, our Grand Suite was comfortable and large, and the service from the butler and room staff was superb. The food in Compass Rose and Sette Mare was well up to the usual high standard, though Prime7 is really just a steak bar, and we like more flavor and ingredients than a large slab of meat. The weather was stormy, but the captain kept us informed, changed the route, then sailed from Greenland to Ireland in rough seas, just managing to outrun the remains of hurricane Ernesto, and an Arctic storm heading towards each other in the north of Ireland, just about at our next destination in Killybegs. This made it not the most pleasant cruise, but we only missed one port through weather, and the service absolutely made up for it.
Serene ocean views enhance the soothing colour palette in each Seven Seas Navigator® suite. You’ll also find luxurious bath amenities, a cosy robe and our superior Elite Slumber™ beds to ensure a relaxing and revitalizing voyage.
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 flavors and refreshments from which to choose.
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.
Seven Seas Navigator offers a range of entertainment facility onboard. From cabaret shows to blackjack tables, you're bound to find something to entertain yourself whist onboard, whether you're looking to have some fun, or just relax for a bit.
Seven Seas Navigator features a range of traditional health & fitness facilities, including a spa and a fitness centre. Those looking to unwind for a bit an enjoy some pampering, the spa is the place to go. Afterwards, why not try out some of the fitness equipment.
For guests who want to travel with their children or grandchildren, Regent's Club Mariner Youth Program offers the opportunity for everyone to experience the excitement of exploring the world in a meaningful, enriching way. Club Mariner 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.
