If you want to sail to the ends of the earth on a voyage of exploration and discovery – but in luxurious surroundings – then sail away with Regent Seven Seas Cruises. This cruise line is known for exuding spacious elegance on its ships, combined with service that is second to none and outstanding cuisine. Regent Seven Seas holidays offer a welcome chance to pamper yourself and relax while enjoying the on-board luxuries and plush staterooms, which are among the largest on any cruise ship. There are four ships to choose from for your Regent Seven Seas cruise. These vary from the oldest vessel, the Tahiti-based Paul Gauguin which carries 330 guests, to the newer 700-passenger Seven Seas Voyager and Seven Seas Mariner ships - which offer all-suite, all-balcony accommodation. There’s also the 490-passenger Seven Seas Navigator where 90 per cent of the suites have balconies.

RSSC describes itself as a six-star cruise line and its fares include more extras than you would normally expect. For example, all shipboard gratuities, free beverages (including selected wines and spirits) and 24-hour room service are included in the cruise price. Some suites also have their own butler service. Regent Seven Seas Cruise holidays generally attract a wide range of age groups primarily professionals or retired couples – and obviously affluent. They also tend to be well-travelled and are often attracted by the line’s range of varied destinations. Diners can enjoy flexible seating in the main onboard restaurant on each Regent Seven Seas cruise as well as a high standard of cuisine and choose from alternative on board venues. On Seven Seas Navigator this is an Italian restaurant noted for its regional specialities and singing waiters! Activities on Regent Seven Seas holidays tend to revolve around guest lectures, classes and workshops while on deck, the ships have swimming pools and whirlpool baths. The three newer ships also offer children’s programmes of activities during the school holidays.

Cruisers who want to dine well on Regent Seven Seas cruises should consider the Seven Seas Mariner and Seven Seas Voyager as both ships boast the upmarket Signatures French a la carte restaurant – the only two Cordon Bleu restaurants at sea. While those customers who really want to go exploring on Regent Seven Seas Cruise holidays should consider the line’s expedition vessel, called Explorer II, which carries 198 guests and sails to the Antarctic during the Austral summer. In total, RSSC’s ships call at more than 300 ports on six continents.