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THE BEST LUXURY CRUISE LINES


 I BEGAN WRITING THIS POSTING THREE DAYS AGO...THEN OUR SHIP ENTERED A DEAD ZONE...UNTIL NOW.  I'll probably have another article later today if the Wi-Fi works.  We just arrived in Phuket, Thailand.

Earlier this year Cruise Travel Outlet reported on the Best Luxury Cruise Lines.  At the top was Regent Seven Seas.  They said:

All four cruise ships of Regent Seven Seas feature all-suite accommodation, cozy retreats that’ll feel like home, whether you’re at sea for 7 or 120 days. What sets this cruise line apart is its staffing—there’s one crew member for every one or two guests. When they’re not indulging in great food and spa treatments, passengers can join programs about the culture and cuisine of each cruise’s destinations.

Their fleet consists of 6-star, all-suite and all-balcony ships, all featuring plenty of amenities. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout each ship, while other features range from open-air pool decks and Regent Choice Shore Excursions to the Smithsonian Collection and show lounge with Broadway musicals, cabaret shows and circus-style performances.


Further:

Cruises starting at only $3,399 pp

Then in order were Viking, Cunard, Oceania, Azamara Club, Seabourn, Windstar, Silverstar and Atlas Ocean.  As our next adventure will be on Seabourn in March of next year, here's what they said:

A multi-award-winning cruise line, Seabourn consistently ranks as one of the best luxury cruise lines on earth. This is, in fact, an ultra-luxury cruise line, its small ships characterized by and famed for their unparalleled grace and elegance. This is the company that basically pioneered this particular type of cruising. Based in Seattle, Seabourn operates all over the world. Its voyages can take you to places like the Caribbean, but also literally around the world (in more than 100 days).

The Seabourn ships can accommodate between 208 and 450 guests, which allows for a much more personal approach and top-notch service. There are only ocean-view suites on board, which feature luxuriously appointed furniture and decorations.

From the moment you step on the ship, you’ll notice the elegance and luxury that characterizes Seabourn. The complimentary welcome Champagne certainly helps! Afterward, all other spirits and fine wines are complimentary at all times, too.


To confirm, Points Guy just last month listed, not in any particular order, the 4 best luxury cruise lines for elegance and exclusivity:  Atlas Ocean, Silverseas, Regent Seven Seas and Seabourne, pretty much verifying the first comparison.  You never heard of Atlas because it debuted last year, offering upscale experiences on small ships up to 196 passengers.  They began with the World Navigator, and will soon  have available the World Traveller.

Well, that's it for now.
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