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Disclaimer: our Regent cruise in May will be our first.

We were disappointed to hear that on Regent the pool grill is closed in the evening. We very much enjoyed evening dining on deck while on a recent Silversea cruise. It was a very nice alternative and jeans or shorts were allowed.

On Silversea we used the pool grill as an escape from “dressing”. We loved simply grilling a filet on a hot lava rock. If I understand correctly the pool grill is not an option for dinner on Regent. If so that’s a definite miss.

Do not be discouraged-- we have enjoyed most of our included excursions. Occasionally, we do a choice excursion but most of the time it is not necessary to spend extra money.

We have traveled by land and sea. Land trips give you the opportunity to explore in depth so much more. A cruise offers you a glimpse of a city or country.

 

Sheila

I too have followed the thread with interest. We will take our first voyage with Regent in May. Included excursions were a key part of the decision with much of the cruise in the Middle East.

We are infrequent cruisers usually negotiating new places on land as we’re fairly adventuresome. When cruising we have favored Silversea and enjoyed their excursions.

Of the 11 days available for excursions we are signed up for all 11 since there are plenty of down days at sea. Four days including 2 in Luxor involve extra fees.

I look forward to reporting back.

Pompeii is very worthwhile.