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E S SOCIETY PAGES S SPRING 2018 S O Y C I E T From the President’s Desk
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM MIAMI
a message from Jason Montague, President & CEO, Regent Seven Seas Cruises®
As I write this, the year is just beginning and I’m lled with hope Reunion Cruise to Alaska and the Paci c Northwest. And throughout the year, we will be and excitement for the wonderful moments that await our Regent celebrating as a family, by recognizing our wonderful crew members who are celebrating 5, family. Already, Randall Soy, our Executive Vice President of Sales & 10, 15, and 20 years of service during your Seven Seas Society receptions. Marketing, had the opportunity to bid bon voyage to 200 of our If you’re like me, you use the rst part of the year to plan future family vacations. ere is World Cruise guests at an exclusive gala event in Los Angeles, California. so much joy in opening up our Voyages to Explore brochure and deciding where to go next. And Jason O’Keefe, your Seven Seas Society Director, has inducted Perhaps this is the year you plan your dream vacation to Asia. is time next year you could 27 members into the new tier levels of Diamond and Commodore. be sampling a famous Portuguese egg tart in Macau or exploring the remote islands of Beginning in June, Seven Seas Explorer® will sail the magni cent countries of the Baltic on Vietnam. If you’ve never considered this destination before, give Cathy Whitlock’s article a our Northern Europe voyages. I hope you will be inspired to join one of these voyages by close look. reading about St. Petersburg and our optional Moscow by High-Speed Train excursion. en in the fall, I will be sailing with you and your fellow Seven Seas Society members on the 2018
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E S SPRING 2018 S SOCIETY PAGES S O Y C I E T 2018 World Cruise
2018 WORLD CRUISE GALA IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA by Randall Soy, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing
e 2018 Navigate the World experience began the night before the voyage with a red carpet welcome in Los Angeles, California the same night as the Golden Globes™. Just a few blocks away from where Hollywood royalty was being lauded, we were celebrating 200 of our own travel luminaries at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel who were about to embark on the journey of a lifetime.
I had the honor of inducting six Society members to our new Diamond-level, as well as our rst Commodore-level member, Mr. Malcolm Myers who received his commemorative o cer jacket. Also among this group were 56 guests who were sailing with us for the rst time, which together with husband-and-wife Cruise Directors Jamie and Dana Logan, we personally welcomed to our family.
Below are some of the highlights we captured from this unforgettable evening.
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E S SOCIETY PAGES S SPRING 2018 S O Y C I E T Destination Focus
EXPERIENCE GRAND IMPERIAL RUSSIA by Samantha Thompson, Destinations Manager
Of all the amazing places I have traveled over the years, St. Petersburg AS truly captured my heart. And with two or three full days in St. Petersburg on most of our Northern Europe sailings, you too can experience the incredible history and beauty — not to mention explore WE LIKE at will with our shore excursions — of this magical city. Explore the city with over 20 tours to chose from and every detail taken care of, including TO SAY, Russia’s strict visa requirements. When you take one of our tours, whether free or optional, there is no need to secure an independent visa. As we like to say, it’s all included. IT’S ALL Among the rst places you should see are the St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Kazan Cathedral and Spilled Blood Cathedral. ese three magni cent churches are centers of spiritual life. St. Isaac’s Cathedral is a breathtaking monument to 19th century Russian architecture with its shimmering INCLUDED. gold-plated dome that is a dominant feature of the city’s skyline.
Strikingly di erent but no less captivating is the Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood, so named because it was constructed as a memorial on the site where Tsar Alexander II was assassinated. From early childhood I have been impressed by images of this style of Russian Orthodox temple so di erent from Western cathedrals. e colorful exterior and ve copper-
3 RSSC.com plated and enameled domes positively sparkle in the radiant summer sun. e interior is adorned Russian emperors. Some of my favorites include the 23 works by the Dutch master Rembrandt, with an incredible collection of mosaics, the largest in Russia and one of the largest in the world. Michelangelo’s sculpture Crouching Boy, and two of Leonardo da Vinci’s oil paintings, an extremely rare medium for this Italian Renaissance polymath. e environment in which these If you are an art lover, a visit to St. Petersburg may well inspire you to relocate permanently and masterpieces are housed is as impressive as the works themselves. spend the rest of your days wandering the Hermitage. If that seems impractical, the next best thing is our included excursion, the Hermitage, A Wealth of Art and History. e expert guides Moscow may be the capital, but President Vladimir Putin also has an o cial residence here allow you to circumvent the lengthy lines and ensure that you see some of the most renowned at Konstantinovsky Palace, also called Putin’s Palace, which is open to visitors. If you want to works in the collection. compare Putin’s Palace to the Grand Kremlin Palace, choose the optional shore excursions, Moscow by High-Speed Train or Moscow by Air. One of the oldest and largest museums in the world, the Hermitage boasts a collection of more than three million works of art and artifacts, only part of which can be displayed in the ese are just a few highlights as there is obviously a great deal to see in St. Petersburg. I hope complex of historic buildings that includes the Winter Palace, the former state residence of the you nd your way to explore this wonderful destination.
best of MOSCOW by HIGH-SPEED TRAIN
Explore this unique Regent Choice shore excursion and see the highlights of the Russian capital in one day. From St. Petersburg, embark aboard the “Sapsan” high-speed train through the Russian countryside. Arriving at the railway station in Moscow, you will be greeted by a local guide who will accompany you during your visit of the city. Your visit begins with a drive to Red Square, which is most beloved by locals and visitors alike with its varied beauty of the architecture and the magical atmosphere. From there, take in the excellent view of the world-famous St. Basil Cathedral with its multi-colored, onion-shaped domes.
Undoubtedly, the highlight of your excursion is a tour of the Kremlin, a 15th century fortress complex located in the center of the city where you will be allowed to enter the Armory Chamber. The Armory holds an amazing collection of Russian treasures, including court regalia, jewelry, coronation gowns, armor, golden carriages and some of the fabulous Easter Eggs created for the tsars by Karl Faberge. Leaving the Kremlin, delight in an elegant dinner, complete with wine and Russian vodka before boarding your high-speed train for the return journey to St. Petersburg.
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E S SOCIETY PAGES S SPRING 2018 S O Y C I E T Destination Focus VIETNAM THE LAND OF THE BLUE DRAGON
by Cathy Whitlock, Travel Writer
HA LONG BAY, VIETNAM
A country of untapped beauty, indescribable experiences and a wealth of authentic culture, The 17-story Goddess of Mercy Lin Ung Pagoda dominates the skyline and boasts spectacular Vietnam is ethereal and exotic, striking and unique. Bordered by China, Laos, Cambodia, the views. Bustling Da Nang street markets offer avid shoppers everything from ceramics and terracotta Gulf of Thailand and the South China Seas, the breathtaking landscape is the real star, as the to hand-embroidered clothing and silk pictures, representing an ancient traditional Vietnamese contrasts of sea, mountains and villages portray Mother Nature at her finest. From the glistening craft while custom tailor made clothing can be ordered in the factories of nearby Hoi An. rice paddies occupied by farmers in nón lá hats that dot the countryside to the unsung powdery Exploring the ancient civilizations contrasted with the cosmopolitan nightlife of Nha Trang offers white beaches and verdant jungles, the country’s natural wonders are just a few of the reasons an alternate view of Vietnam. Built between the 7th and 12th centuries, the imposing Buddhist Vietnam is so special. The Southeast Asian nation’s two main urban environs – Hanoi and Ho Chi temple Po Nagar Cham Towers strikes a presence and is still used as a place of worship today. Minh (formerly known as Saigon) – offer images of moped-filled streets, modern skyscrapers that Residing on a hilltop 152 steps above the city sits the imposing 40-foot tall white Buddha known vie with French Colonial architecture, haute couture and a lively nightlife. as Long Son Pogada. A neighboring turn-of-the-century monastery features Taoist architecture Vietnam is also a feast for the taste buds. Known as a “mecca for foodies,” the popularity of designed with mosaic dragons, mythical animals and sculptures of Tao Gods. Vietnamese cuisine is on the rise and a popular draw for visitors. Sip rice wine or the local lager Whether you are a nature lover or history buff, a foodie or simply want to get away, relax and Bia Ho and sample native delicacies at the street stalls such as Bun Cha (crispy pork morsels) and immerse yourself in the ethnic cultures, be sure to experience everything this intoxicating country Bánh xèo (rice pancakes) as well as the country’s trademark dish, Ho (noodle soup). And location has to offer. Wherever your excursion takes you, the Land of Dragons will not disappoint.Y matters as flavorful spices and herbs are more common in the south but rest assured, spicy, salty, sweet and sour are a constant on any menu.
Rooted in an incredible heritage that reveals the occupation of France and China, Vietnam is EXOTIC ANCIENT SEAS Seven Seas Navigator® experiencing a Renaissance of sorts. Ancient Hindu and Chinese temples, centuries-old pagodas FEBRUARY 12, 2019 | 36 NIGHTS | SYDNEY TO SINGAPORE and markets filled with Vietnamese lacquerware, embroidery and wood and stone carvings are Ports Visited: Sydney, Kingfisher Bay, Whitsunday Island, Cairns O, Thursday Island, Darwin, just a few of the age-old traditions. One can look to the French Colonial style villas and stately Komodo, Bali (Benoa) O, Makassar (Sulawesi), Puerto Princesa, Boracay Island, Manila, Hong Kong O, Hue/Da Nang (Chan May), Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) O, Sihanoukville, government buildings in the country’s capital of Hanoi to the local’s love of baguettes, pastries and Bangkok O, Ko Samui, Singapore coffee to see the inspiration. 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $26,599 PER PERSON INCLUDING FREE BUSINESS CLASS AIR Known as the “Bay of the Descending Dragons” and a UNESCO World Heritage site, Hanoi’s SEVEN SEAS SOCIETY® MEMBERS ENJOY ADDITIONAL SAVINGS OF UP TO $1,800 PER SUITE gateway to Halong Bay and the Red River Delta is synonymous with natural beauty and a respite of relaxation from the hustle and bustle of the capital city. Designated as one of the New 7 JEWELS OF THE EAST Wonders of the World, magical limestone monoliths and grottoes that fill the 1,900 plus islands Seven Seas Mariner® and inlets in the Gulf of Tonkin make Halong Bay one of the most popular destinations. FEBRUARY 25, 2019 | 31 NIGHTS | BANGKOK TO SHANGHAI Ports Visited: Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Ko Samui, Sihanoukville, Muara, Kota Kinabalu, Vietnam’s third largest city, Da Nang is also famous for its picturesque landscape. Known as Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) O, Hue/Da Nang (Chan May), Hanoi (Ha Long Bay) O, Hong Kong O, Kaohsiung, Taipei (Keelung), Ishigaki (Sakishima Islands), Okinawa (Naha), the “Five Elements Mountains,” the Marble Mountains are filled with sacred Buddhist temples, Nagasaki, Jeju, Seoul (Incheon), Beijing (Tianjin) O, Shanghai O eerie caves and tunnels just waiting to be explored. Museum aficionados will enjoy Da Nang’s 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $23,299 PER PERSON INCLUDING FREE BUSINESS CLASS AIR celebration of its past with a visit to the Museum of Cham Sculpture. Housed in a French-colonial structure, it offers the world’s largest collection of Cham artifacts and unparalleled sculpture. O Overnight in port
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MYTHICAL DRAGONS BAY & HANOI MACAU 1-Night Overland Program old and new
FOR MORE INSPIRATION ON WHICH DESTINATION TO EXPLORE NEXT, VISIT OUR OFFICIAL BLOG AT RSSCBLOG.COM. ENJOY A RECENT FEATURE HIGHLIGHTING REGENT CHOICE EXCURSION, MACAU OLD AND NEW.
Just an hour and fifteen-minute ferry ride from Hong Kong lies Macau, the city known as the “Las Vegas of Asia.” Located on the Pearl River Delta, the city’s unique Chinese and Portuguese heritage as reflected in the cuisine, culture and architecture and the new contemporary casinos and shopping centers make a very unique and interesting contrast.
For the cruise traveler, it’s best to experience both sides of the city where ancient China meets Florence and Monte Carlo via the Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Regent Choice Excursion Macau Old and New. Upon arrival you will be greeted by the Kun Iam Statue that resides on the dome of the Ecumenical Center of Religions and known as the Goddess of Mercy in Chinese Buddhism. And while China is filled with temples, the A-Ma Sail a luxurious, traditional junk, chartered just for an intimate small group of Temple should be on everyone’s itinerary. Dedicated to the Chinese sea-goddess Mazu, guests, through the stunningly beautiful Ha Long Bay and then spend a relaxing it is considered one of the oldest temples in Macau dating back to 1448. The temple also evening on board, followed by a day touring Hanoi’s signature attractions. offers spectacular views and classical Chinese artifacts.
Soon after boarding, you will begin cruising the picturesque bay in the Gulf of No trip to Macau would be complete without a visit to Senado Square. Here you can see Tonkin. Revered for its nearly 2,000 picturesque islands and precipitous limestone first hand the blend of East and West as pale neoclassical style buildings comingle with pillars, Ha Long Bay has been deemed a UNESCO World Heritage site. wave-patterned stone mosaics designed specifically by Portuguese artisans. Restaurants, stores, flea markets and monuments make it the perfect place to experience the day- While cruising along, you will pass rock arches, sheer cliffs, white sand beaches and to-day life in Macau. And be sure and sample the city’s famous Portuguese egg tarts. tranquil coves. Magnificent and imposing, these limestone karst formations rise out The pastry is filled with a creamy egg custard concoction and can be found throughout of the sea in unusual and intriguing shapes, with names that fire the imagination. Macau’s bakeries and street vendors.
For instance, Man’s Head Island resembles a man rising out of the sea and looking There is no better representation of the new Macau than the main casino strip (known towards the mainland. Similarly, the Pair of Roosters looks astonishingly like two as The Cotai Strip). Visitors will recognize many of the name casinos and hotels from roosters. “Ha Long” means “descending dragon” and legend has it that a huge, Las Vegas and a visit to the top of Macau Tower to fully view the panoramic vistas is not dragon-like sea monster still resides in these waters. As dusk begins to fall on to be missed. beautiful Ha Long Bay, a sumptuous dinner will be served, after which you may settle in to enjoy a relaxing evening on board. VIBRANT MARKETS & VILLAGES The following day, you will drive (approx. 3 hours) to Hanoi to tour its most Seven Seas Mariner® magnificent attractions, beginning with imposing Ba Dinh Square. It is dominated FEBRUARY 25, 2019 | 16 NIGHTS | BANGKOK TO HONG KONG Ports Visited: Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Ko Samui, Sihanoukville, Muara, Kota Kinabalu, by the impressive marble and granite tomb where Ho Chi Minh lies in state. Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) O, Hue/Da Nang (Chan May), Hanoi (Ha Long Bay) O, Continuing on, you will visit the Temple of Literature, an 11th century building Hong Kong O that is dedicated to Confucianism. In 1076, Vietnam’s first national university 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $15,999 PER PERSON INCLUDING FREE BUSINESS CLASS AIR was built next to the temple. Here, you will walk through the tranquil five-walled courtyards and behold the pavilion where Vietnam’s men of letters once recited their poetry. After lunch, you will tour the infamous Hoa Lo Prison, also known as the Hanoi Hilton. Later, on the way to Hanoi’s fascinating Old Quarter, you will EASTERN CONTRASTS drive past Hoan Kiem Lake to see its island temple dedicated to Tran Hung Dao, a Seven Seas Voyager® hero who fought against the Mongolian troops in the 13th century. Once you reach FEBRUARY 12, 2020 | 18 NIGHTS | BALI TO HONG KONG the robust Old Quarter, meander about shopping or simply enjoying this authentic Ports Visited: Bali (Benoa), Semarang (Java), Singapore, Ko Samui, Bangkok O, Sihanoukville, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) O, Nha Trang, Hue/Da Nang (Chan May) O, slice of life in urban Hanoi before returning back to your ship. Hong Kong O 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $16,799 PER PERSON Experience this exciting Overland Program aboard Seven Seas Mariner® departing INCLUDING FREE BUSINESS CLASS AIR
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CAPTURE, CREATE and CONNECT WITH TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY
By Samuel M. DeLong, Regent’s Photography and Social Media Instructor
DO YOU REMEMBER WHEN THE TRAVEL BUG FIRST BIT YOU? capture ••• It happened to me the summer of 1973 when I was 18 years old and standing in front of the Coliseum in Rome. My Capture the world around you with photos and videos to friends and I were so excited to have finally made it to the “eternal city,” and marveled at how remarkable it was to be help remember the journey. There are so many options these at such a famous and historical location. Luckily, one of my friends had film left in his camera and snapped a photo of days: selfies, panoramas, live photos, time-lapse videos, etc. all of us. (Do you remember the hassle of film cameras?) Looking back at photos from that trip still takes me back to that time and puts a huge smile on my face. create Ever since that summer, I have loved to travel. Cruising is one of my favorite ways to travel, because you can see so ••• many amazing places around the world in one trip. Some of my most treasured memories from my travels include Create some magic with the beautiful memories you witnessing smoking volcanoes and water as crystal clear as glass, climbing the great Wall of China, watching lions and captured: apply photo enhancements, make a slideshow, elephants on an African safari, and snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef. create a photo book, write a journal or blog, enter your best My wife, Carol, and I recently returned from a marvelous Regent Seven Seas Cruises voyage from Miami to Montréal. photos in a contest, etc. During the trip, we arrived at New York in spectacular fashion as we passed the Statue of Liberty. I was on the deck assisting fellow passengers take videos, panoramas and other photos of the breathtaking skyline. During our overnight connect stay in New York, we were able to visit the unforgettable 9/11 Memorial, the Brooklyn Bridge and experience amazing ••• nighttime views from the top of the Empire State building. Connect with your friends and family online to share your I was fortunate to have the opportunity to serve as a photography and social media instructor on Regent Seven Seas unforgettable moments, taking advantage of Regent’s free Cruises, in celebration of their 25th anniversary. The first trip in this adventure started in April, and was a 24-day internet provided. If you use the #RSSCSocialClub on cruise from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi. Carol and I met and befriended many wonderful people during excursions in Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, your posts will be grouped Thailand, Myanmar and India. Since this trip included several sea days, I was also able to teach multiple sessions, with all others using that hashtag. Try a search – perhaps covering my three goals: Capture, Create and Connect. you’ll come across some of my photos.
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FROM BROADWAY TO SCIENCE TO POLITICS our Spotlight on Public Broadcasting voyages have it all
On our unique Spotlight on Public Broadcasting voyages, you enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel with world class writers, award-winning directors, insightful political analysts, notable newsmakers and stars representing the very best of Broadway.
In July, you can embark on a fascinating 12-night journey from Barcelona to Venice aboard Seven Seas Voyager® that showcases amazing musical performers and personalities from both Broadway and London’s West End. Hosted by David Horn from PBS’ flagship series Great Performances, he will be bringing you exciting theater shows, casual talkbacks and receptions with the stars. In the PBS tradition, there will also be an opportunity to discuss current events and debrief the U.S. midterm election with a notable journalist fresh off the political beat.
Set sail with us this fall from New York City aboard Seven Seas Navigator® and meet fascinating filmmakers – those with their fingers on the pulse of politics, history, current events, finance, and the arts. As part of our Spotlight on Public Broadcasting programming, delight in a special shore excursion celebrating the Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton and a visit to the public broadcasting studios of Boston’s WGBH station for a chance to meet producers and personalities from American Experience, American Masters, FRONTLINE and more. While on board, Robert Costa, moderator of PBS’ Peabody Award-winning flagship public affairs series Washington Week and a national political reporter for The Washington Post hosts fascinating panel discussions and exclusive receptions.
If you already filled your travel calendar this year, consider looking toward 2019 and embarking on a luxurious 20-night sojourn aboard Seven Seas Explorer® in the company of Charlie Cook, Public Broadcasting’s most popular presenter. Also joining this sailing is NOVA science series producer Paula Apsell, who was the visionary behind the documentary about Seven Seas Explorer® called, Ultimate Cruise Ship, as well as the moderator of Washington Week Robert Costa who will provide an exclusive debriefing of the 2018 U.S. elections and bring his informed analysis of what to expect in 2020.
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SERENE MEDITERRANEAN SEA INCA TREASURE & MAYAN TEMPLES Seven Seas Voyager® Seven Seas Explorer® JULY 23, 2018 | 12 NIGHTS | BARCELONA TO VENICE FEBRUARY 17, 2019 | 20 NIGHTS | SANTIAGO TO LOS ANGELES Ports Visited: Barcelona, Toulon, Antibes, Monte Carlo O, Portofino, Ports Visited: Santiago (San Antonio), Coquimbo, Iquique, Lima (Callao), Salaverry, Portoferraio (Elba Island), Amalfi/Positano, Kotor, Hvar, Koper, Venice O Guayaquil, Puntarenas, San Juan Del Sur, Puerto Quetzal, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $11,999 PER PERSON INCLUDING FREE BUSINESS CLASS AIR 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $13,799 PER PERSON INCLUDING FREE BUSINESS CLASS AIR TO SANTIAGO ONLY
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our crew is family by Steph Armengol, Vice President, Hotel Operations
e word family perfectly describes our company’s values – the way we take care of and look after each other, from you, our most loyal guests, to our team that works behind-the-scenes at the o ce. Yet, it is our crew that really brings that philosophy to life, as they work tirelessly to create an onboard ambiance that is not only welcoming, but allows you to feel that you belong.
e secret to this goes back to the word family and the acronym that we created for it. As part of their training, our crew members learn:
F A M I L Y Guests will always remember Guests are ALWAYS at the Create MOMENTS THAT Make every INTERACTION Guest LOYALTY is our YOU are the most important how you made them FEEL; center of everything we do; MATTER; delight guests count; connect with guests goal; always do what is best ingredient in our company’s make them feel welcome and make them feel special by with thoughtful, special and through warm smiles and for our guests. success. comfortable…like they are recognizing them, calling unexpected surprises. engaging conversations. coming home. them by name, and recalling their preferences.
It’s simple, yet it captures the essence of what we want your experience to be on board.
Because our onboard team plays such an integral part of your cruise vacation, we have begun sharing our Crew Service Awards during your onboard Society members’ cocktail reception. We believe these milestones are important and should be celebrated exuberantly.
So, on your next voyage, while you are being presented with a pin in honor of achieving your next Seven Seas Society® level, you will also be applauding the service of our most loyal crew, as we present them with certi cates for 5, 10 and up to 20 years of work with Regent Seven Seas Cruises®.
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E S SPRING 2018 S SOCIETY PAGES S O Y C I E T Membership Savings
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In the summer of 2018, I GOLD RUSH TO GOLDEN GATE 2018 Seven Seas Mariner® invite you to sail aboard the SEPTEMBER 12, 2018 | 10 NIGHTS | VANCOUVER TO SAN FRANCISCO newly refurbished Seven Seas Ports Visited: Vancouver, Ketchikan, Juneau, Sitka, Victoria, Astoria, San Francisco Mariner® Reunion Cruise sailing 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $7,299 PER PERSON September 12, to Alaska on INCLUDING FREE AIR SEVEN SEAS SOCIETY® MEMBERS ENJOY ADDITIONAL SAVINGS our Gold Rush to Golden Gate OF UP TO $1,200 PER SUITE voyage. Don’t miss out on your chance to sail the Inside Passage and call on Ketchikan, Juneau and Sitka, as well BAY CITY TO PANAMA CANAL as explore the picturesque Paci c Northwest with stops Seven Seas Mariner® in Victoria and Astoria, before arriving in San Francisco SEPTEMBER 22, 2018 | 18 NIGHTS | SAN FRANCISCO TO MIAMI in company of your fellow Seven Seas Society members. Ports Visited: San Francisco, Los Angeles, Catalina Island, Cabo San Lucas, Acapulco, Puerto Quetzal, Corinto, Puntarenas, Cartagena, George Town, Miami Relish the opportunity to reconnect with your favorite 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $8,599 PER PERSON o cers and crew members while taking part in exclusive INCLUDING FREE AIR events throughout the voyage. Plus, take advantage of our SEVEN SEAS SOCIETY® MEMBERS ENJOY ADDITIONAL SAVINGS OF UP TO $1,400 PER SUITE generous Seven Seas Society Savings of up to $1,200 per suite on this cruise. HAVANA DREAMS, PANAMA SCENES Seven Seas Mariner® You also have the opportunity to receive a $250 Future OCTOBER 10, 2018 | 22 NIGHTS | MIAMI TO HONOLULU Cruise Credit that you may apply to the itinerary of your Ports Visited: Miami, Havana, Cartagena, Golfito, Puntarenas, Corinto, Puerto Quetzal, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, San Diego, Kahului, Honolulu choice – whether you sail on our 2018 Reunion Cruise or 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $10,199 PER PERSON any other voyage this year. Simply participate in our newly INCLUDING FREE AIR enhanced Ambassador Program and recommend a friend SEVEN SEAS SOCIETY® MEMBERS ENJOY ADDITIONAL SAVINGS OF UP TO $1,600 PER SUITE to sail with us for the rst time. To welcome them to our family, they too will receive a $250 Future Cruise Credit. GRAND AUSSIE ADVENTURE ® Best of all, you no longer have to sail on the same cruise as Seven Seas Mariner DECEMBER 15, 2018 | 16 NIGHTS | SYDNEY TO BALI your referral for either of you to receive your savings. Visit Ports Visited: Sydney, Mooloolaba, Airlie Beach, Townsville, Cairns O, RSSC.com/Ambassador to learn more. Alotau, Port Moresby, Darwin, Komodo, Bali (Benoa) 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $21,299 PER PERSON In further Society news, I am pleased to announce that we INCLUDING FREE BUSINESS CLASS AIR SEVEN SEAS SOCIETY® MEMBERS ENJOY ADDITIONAL SAVINGS have inducted a total of 27 members into our new loyalty OF UP TO $1,600 PER SUITE tiers – Diamond and Commodore. Congratulations to these world travelers that have sailed more than 1,000 or CRUISING DOWN UNDER ® 2,000 nights, respectively. Seven Seas Mariner JANUARY 20, 2019 | 20 NIGHTS | SYDNEY TO SINGAPORE As a reminder, you may access your complete cruise Ports Visited: Sydney, Brisbane, Townsville, Cairns, Port Moresby, Thursday Island, Darwin O, Komodo, Bali (Benoa) O, Semarang (Java), Singapore O history and how many nights you’ve sailed by visiting 2-FOR-1 ALL INCLUSIVE FARES FROM $19,299 PER PERSON RSSC.com and clicking on My Account. I’ve hand-picked INCLUDING FREE BUSINESS CLASS AIR Seven Seas Mariner SEVEN SEAS SOCIETY® MEMBERS ENJOY ADDITIONAL SAVINGS several options aboard ®, who will be OF UP TO $1,800 PER SUITE completely refurbished in early April. Listed to the right of O Overnight in port this letter are voyages selected for your consideration. FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF VOYAGES, VISIT RSSC.COM/SOCIETYSAVINGS. Warmest Regards, Society Milestone Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Pflager on being inducted Jason O’Keefe, into our new loyalty tier as Commodore members. The Pflager’s Director, Seven Seas Society were recognized onboard during their 51-night Grand Voyage aboard Seven Seas Mariner® in January. Here they are after being presented with their Commodore pins and commemorative o¬cer jackets.
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*Fares are subject to increase. All fares are per person in U.S. dollars, valid for residents of U.S. and Canada, based on double occupancy, for new bookings only and may be increased or withdrawn at any time. Not all promotions are combinable. 2-for-1 Fares are based on published Full Brochure Fares; such fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all suite categories and do not include optional charges as detailed in the Guest Ticket Contract. Fares include additional Bonus Savings. Seven Seas Society Savings indicated are per suite and are in addition to Bonus Savings. Savings may be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. FREE Roundtrip Air includes ground transfers between airport and ship and applies to coach, roundtrip flights only from the following airports: ATL, BOS, CLT, DEN, DFW, DTW, EWR, FLL, IAD, IAH, JFK, LAX, LGA, MCO, MDW, MIA, MSP, ORD, PBI, PHL, PHX, SAN, SAV, SEA, SFO, TPA, YUL, YVR, YYZ. Airfare is available from select other U.S. and Canadian gateways for an additional charge. Airline fees, surcharges and government taxes are included, however, airline-imposed personal charges such as baggage fees may apply. FREE Business Class Air applies to intercontinental flights only. Custom Air arrangements may be made 270 days prior to sailing (custom air fees apply). Guests who elect not to participate in Regent Seven Seas Cruises® FREE Air Program or do not purchase transfer arrangements from Regent Seven Seas Cruises® will be responsible for their own transfer arrangements to and from the ship. FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package applies to guests 1 and 2 in Concierge Suites and higher, includes transfers from hotel to pier only and is not available for new bookings made within 60 days of departure. FREE Land Program applies to Guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program and is not combinable with the FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package, or the 5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land programs available to Concierge Guests for purchase. Guests in Concierge Suites and higher who choose a FREE Land Program or choose to arrange their own pre-cruise hotel accommodations will receive an up to $150 per person credit in lieu of the FREE 1-Night Hotel Package. Seven Seas Society® Savings indicated are per suite and are in addition to Bonus Savings. Savings may be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. Single Guests earn double nights when traveling single occupancy. Free phone time is per suite and is in addition to Concierge-Level amenities. FREE Unlimited WiFi provides guests with general web browsing, access to emails and app to app messaging (chat) while blocking bandwidth intensive applications like video and audio streaming. One login is provided per suite, which may be used on one device at a time. As part of our loyalty program’s benefits, Seven Seas Society members who have reached Gold-level and higher, and guests sailing in Concierge Suites and higher will receive four logins for up to four devices, that may be used concurrently. Gold members receive Free Valet Laundry with one bag per suite of wash, dry and fold services per seven-night segment. Platinum members and above receive unlimited wash, dry and fold services. The exclusive activities for Gold and higher members may be combined with special events already incorporated in our longer voyages. Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Enhanced Ambassador Program is valid for new, full fare bookings made beginning December 1, 2017. O¦er is combinable with most standard o¦ers; however, certain restrictions may apply. Travel Agents are not eligible to refer new guests and earn Future Cruise Credits. Traveling companions sharing one suite are not eligible to refer new guests within the same suite. Program may be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. Referring Seven Seas Society member and referred new guests are not required to sail on the same voyage. Seven Seas Society Member: The referring guest must be an existing Seven Seas Society member at the time of the referral. The $250 Future Cruise Credit for the referring Seven Seas Society member may be applied to any existing or future booking where final payment has not been made. Seven Seas Society members may apply up to a maximum of four suite referrals per booking. New Referred Guest: The new guest reservation must be made by, or for, a guest who has not booked or sailed with Regent Seven Seas Cruises previously. Existing bookings for future sailings are not eligible. The new guest, or their Travel Agent, should ask for promotional code “AMBASSADOR PROGRAM” at time of booking and then complete the Ambassador Referral form at RSSC.com/Ambassador within 14 days from date of deposit for the $250 Future Cruise Credit to be applied to the booking. Only one $250 Future Cruise Credit per suite is permitted. Ships’ Registry: Marshall Island and Bahamas. ©2018 Regent Seven Seas Cruises® FEB1875