Lines promise compensation after three ships fall foul of New Zealand’s tough bio security regulations

Lines promise compensation after three ships fall foul of New Zealand's tough bio security regulations

Viking Orion arrived in Sydney today after being forced to change itineraries after New Zealand authorities claim to have found โ€œbiofoulingโ€ on its hull. The vessel is not alone.  Regent Seven Seas Explorer and Coral Princess also had to have hull work carried out, thanks to the tough laws in New Zealand waters. Various objects … Read more

Australia misses out on Regent’s ‘the world’s most luxurious ship’

Australia misses out on Regent's 'the world's most luxurious ship'

Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC) has suspended its 2021/2022 Seven Seas Explorer season in Asia-Pacific, delaying the vesselโ€™s Australian debut. RSSCโ€™s CEO Jason Montague has confirmed that the lineโ€™s return to service plan would lead to the cancelling of the planned Australian season. On the plus side, the line’s moves mean the entire Regent Seven … Read more

The special reason luxe cruisers are giving Regent record bookings

Regent Seven Seas cruises deals

Luxury line Regent Seven Seas believes the extra personal space on its vessels is attracting new passengers as they report near record bookings for some itineraries. Senior Vice President Asia Pacific Steve Odell told Cruise Passenger: “The luxury cruise market continues to be strong right now and travellers are ready to book. “We know this … Read more

How to get luxe at low prices

Crystal Serenity

Australiaโ€™s love of luxury lines has meant the upcoming cruise season is about to see more competition than ever before. And while lines which sport white-gloved butlers and free-flowing champagne would like you to believe money is no object, it certainly is โ€“ for passengers, at least. Suddenly the rise of choice means passengers can … Read more