Regent Seven Seas Grandeur Review | Is This the Best Luxury All-Inclusive Cruise?

Thinking about booking a luxury cruise? Discover what it’s like to sail aboard Regent Seven Seas Grandeur — one of the most all-inclusive and elegant ships at sea. In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk, Ken sits down with Cruise & Travel Expert Barb Chamberlain of Direct Travel to review her recent voyage aboard the Regent Seven Seas Grandeur, one of the newest ships in the Regent Seven Seas Cruises fleet. From opulent all-suite accommodations and exquisite dining to immersive and well-organized shore excursions, Barb shares her firsthand experience sailing through the eastern Mediterranean on the “Travel Through Time” itinerary — visiting incredible destinations like Istanbul, Santorini, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Montenegro, and Venice. Discover why Regent Seven Seas is considered one of the top all-inclusive cruise lines, with virtually everything included in your fare — from gratuities and beverages to a wide array of included shore excursions. Barb explains why this level of service and inclusivity not only makes for a stress-free vacation, but may also be more cost-effective than many assume when compared to premium lines with lots of add-ons. In this in-depth conversation, you’ll get insider cruise tips on choosing the right Regent itinerary, when and how to book excursions, what to expect onboard the SS Grandeur, and what makes a luxury cruise experience with Regent feel relaxed, welcoming, and never stuffy. Barb also shares her favorite moments onboard, including dining tips (don’t miss Prime 7’s best seats!) and an emotional highlight at Veranda’s panoramic breakfast tables. If you're considering your first luxury cruise or are curious about stepping up from a premium cruise line, this is the video for you. From small ship cruising to personalized service, Regent Seven Seas Cruises might just be your next unforgettable travel adventure. 🧳 Topics Covered: Why Regent is one of the best all-inclusive cruise lines Life aboard the new SS Grandeur Are luxury cruises worth the price? Shore excursion options & insider booking tips Pre-cruise stay in Istanbul and post-cruise transfer in Venice Dining and entertainment on a Regent voyage How small ship cruising compares to larger cruise lines Upcoming luxury cruise trends and travel planning advice #rtetraveltalk #askarealtravelexpert #regentsevenseas #luxurycruiselines Contact: Barb Chamberlain Email: bchamberlain@dt.com Phone: 519‑670‑4448 Image Credits: Video & Images: Regent Seven Seas Cruises Images: Barb Chamberlain Contact Real Travel Experts: questions@realtravelexperts.com https://realtravelexperts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RealTravelExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/realtravelexperts/ RTE Travel Talk does not endorse any of their guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect those of the host and RTE Travel Talk. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:46 Special guest, Barb Chamberlain 01:20 Impressions of the Grandeur 02:45 Shore Excursions (included) 03:50 The suites 04:57 The ambiance 06:06 Barb's itinerary; pre-stay in Istanbul 07:52 Greece and Turkey 09:32 Montenegro 09:56 Best time of year for this itinerary 10:33 Venice - Warning about wait in Fusina Customs 11:46 Enrichment & Entertainment 12:52 Dining *Tip* 13:50 Booking Excursions *Tip* 14:44 Booking *Tip* 15:30 Pricing *Tip* 17:20 Who is this ship suited for? 17:46 Booking in advance 19:12 Fav moment of this cruise 20:53 Advice for first timers 21:20 Contact Barb 22:04 Barb's future travels