This was our 1st cruise with Regent Seven Seas on m/v Navigator and we were looking forward to an excellent time and service as it is classed as a 6* ship.
The ship was luxurious, a very good suite with top class bedding. The staff kept the suite to an extremely high standard.
The food in the Compass Rose restaurant was also excellent, however, their Prime 7 flagship restaurant was ...
The Navigator reminds me of an aging movie star - still very lovely, but showing her age in places and finding it very difficult to compete with some of the younger offerings despite extensive cosmetic refurbishment.
We were a group of 10 ranging in age from 59-72, and all have cruised before. We generally cruise with Oceania. Our satisfaction with Oceania's offerings factored in our decision ...
We chose the cruise from Lisbon to Cape Town for the itinerary & because we wanted to try a supposed 6* cruise. Having stayed at some fabulous hotels we were hoping for similar standards on board.
The transfer/embarkation was poorly handled.
We couldn't visit Madeira but just 2 coaches were offered for an alternative day out from Lisbon
The ship has had a facelift but the bedrooms are ...