Packing for a luxurious voyage aboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises® may seem daunting at first. You may be tempted to bring your entire closet, as the cruise line doesn’t limit the amount of personal baggage allowed on board, but with the long list of included amenities, you don’t have to bring as much as you think.
Assembling your outfits for your voyage is easy. You’ll need resort-style clothing during the day and elegant casual wear for the evenings. (You can read more about our dress code here.) Yet, packing for at least two outfits per day can result in an overstuffed suitcase…especially on Grand Voyages.
Luckily, you don’t have to. One of the wonderful, included amenities for every guest is complimentary Valet Laundry Service. Enjoy the luxury and convenience of freshly washed, carefully pressed and crisply folded laundry picked up from and delivered back to your suite daily throughout the duration of your voyage.
After 6 p.m., the ship’s ambiance becomes sophisticated and naturally, the attire should match. This might include slacks with a dress shirt or sweater for men — with an optional sports coat or blazer. Pantsuits or dresses may be an option for women, as well as skirts or pants with an elegant top. Casual wear, such as jeans, T-shirts, shorts and sneakers, is not considered appropriate for dinner at any restaurant.
If you choose an itinerary of 16 nights or more, your onboard programming includes two optional Formal Nights. That’s two opportunities to dress to the nines in gowns and cocktail dresses, tuxedos or dark suits with ties.
Sometimes, the bulkiest items in your suitcase are not clothes, but those last-minute items you cram in the edges of the zipper, like books and games. You can avoid the added weight and diminished space by visiting the elegant onboard Library. Browse a vast collection of volumes, from destination-specific guidebooks to best-selling mysteries to classics of literature; check out the ones you’re interested in and return them when it’s time to go home. The same can be said of games and puzzles in the Card & Conference Room. Cards are only the beginning. You’ll find all the popular board games and an array of puzzles for your entertainment.
Regent includes all the amenities you expect from a land-based luxury resort, with added special touches, such as plush bathrobes and slippers, designer bath products from L’Occitane® and reusable water bottles for excursions. For rainy days, you may use the oversized umbrellas you’ll find in your closet, and with their complimentary Shoe Shine Service, there is no need to bring a cleaning kit with you.
As a guest of a Concierge Suite or higher category, you have use of in-suite binoculars, cashmere blankets and a canvas tote bag so that you can use the extra space in your suitcase for another pair of comfortable shoes. In the next category of Penthouse Suite or higher, you can leave behind your Bluetooth speaker, as there is one in your suite ready for you to enjoy.
You make a packing list and think you have everything you need, only to discover you forgot the sunscreen. For your convenience, the boutique shops on board are stocked with a wide variety of items, from toiletries to over-the-counter medicine. You may also find a few items you didn’t know you needed, like a new handbag, a gorgeous fragrance or a new designer outfit. The shop hours will be printed in your daily newsletter, but generally, they will open while at sea.
Absolutely. Regent partnered with a company called Luggage Forward®, which allows guests to ship their luggage from their doorstep directly to their Regent Seven Seas Cruises ship and back home again. Enjoy the convenience of not having to carry, check or claim luggage. The pickup, transport and delivery of items are monitored throughout the journey in real-time, as Luggage Forward has automated every aspect of the shipping and Customs process to improve reliability – giving guests the personal attention they deserve.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® has consistently delivered unmatched luxury cruises with the very best value for over thirty years. Every lavish amenity is included when cruising aboard The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet™. Unrivaled onboard space. Unforgettable shoreside excursions. Incomparable culinary experiences. Exceptional personalized service.
Do you have a question we didn’t answer in this blog post? Visit Regent’s FAQ page, here. You can also request to join the RSSC Social Club on Facebook to chat with fellow luxury travelers and ask for their advice on what to pack.
