Regent Seven Seas Cruises has built its reputation on doing a few things very thoroughly: spacious suites, polished service and a fare that includes almost everything, shore excursions included. Seven Seas Prestige, which joins the fleet in December 2026, is the first ship of a new and larger class for the line, and the first genuinely new design from Regent in years.
Rather than run through the whole schedule, we have picked the two voyages from her first season that tell you most about the ship, and added a note for UK travellers who would rather not fly at all.
| Cruise line | Regent Seven Seas Cruises |
| Ship | Seven Seas Prestige, first of the new Prestige Class |
| Debut | Maiden voyage from Barcelona on 13 December 2026 |
| Guests | Around 850, all in suites |
| Built by | Fincantieri, Italy |
| Signature suite | The Skyview Regent Suite, about 8,800 sq ft, which Regent describes as the largest suite at sea |
| First season | Caribbean and Panama Canal from December 2026; Europe from April 2027, including sailings from Southampton |
| Included | All dining, drinks, gratuities and unlimited shore excursions on most sailings |
Why this ship matters
Regent’s existing ships carry roughly 700 to 750 guests. Seven Seas Prestige steps up to around 850. That is still small by cruise standards, and far smaller than the mainstream megaships, but the extra size gives Regent room to add new suite categories and more space in the public areas without losing the intimate feel its loyal guests value.
The headline is the Skyview Regent Suite. At about 8,800 square feet it is larger than most houses, and Regent bills it as the biggest suite on any cruise ship. Few people will book it, but it signals the direction: Prestige is aimed squarely at travellers who want the space and privacy of a luxury hotel, on a ship that still reaches small ports.
For everyone else, the more relevant changes are a redesigned Regent Suite and new suite categories, which should give more choice at the entry and middle levels. We will update this guide with first-hand impressions once the ship is in service.
Voyage one: the maiden transatlantic
Dates: 14 nights from 13 December 2026
Route: Barcelona to Miami
Ports include: Málaga, Madeira and Tortola in the British Virgin Islands
Included tours: up to 38 shore excursions to choose from
Maiden voyages have a special atmosphere. The crew are excited, the regulars who have booked every Regent launch are on board, and there is a sense of occasion that a ship’s later sailings rarely recapture. This one also happens to be a very good itinerary in its own right.
It begins in Barcelona, an easy short flight from most UK airports, and stays in Europe long enough to call at Málaga, with its Picasso Museum and Moorish Alcazaba, and Madeira, where December brings mild weather and Funchal’s famous festive lights. Then comes the part that only a transatlantic offers: several days at sea with nothing to do but enjoy the ship. For many people that is the whole point, and a brand-new luxury ship is about the best place to do it.
The crossing ends in the Caribbean with a call at Tortola, before arriving in Miami on 27 December. That means Christmas is spent on board, so expect the ship to be decorated and the mood celebratory.
A transatlantic is a holiday about the ship itself. On a maiden voyage, that is exactly what you want.
Voyage two: the Panama Canal
Length: 15 nights in the inaugural winter season
Route: Miami to Los Angeles through the Panama Canal
Ports include: the Cayman Islands, Colombia and Costa Rica
Included tours: more than 95 shore excursions to choose from
If the transatlantic is about the ship, the Panama Canal voyage is about the journey. Over 15 nights you sail from Florida through the western Caribbean to the Cayman Islands, down to Colombia, through the locks of the canal and up the Pacific coast of Central America, with a call in Costa Rica for its rainforest and wildlife, before finishing in Los Angeles.
This is where Regent’s inclusive fare really earns its keep. With more than 95 included excursions to choose from, you can take a rainforest walk, a city tour and a canal-side visit without adding a penny. On other lines, a voyage like this can easily cost several hundred pounds extra per person in tours.
Bear in mind that this is a one-way voyage, so you fly into Miami and home from Los Angeles. We can arrange both flights and a hotel night at either end.
No-fly option: Prestige from Southampton
From April 2027 Seven Seas Prestige moves to Europe, and the line has scheduled 12- and 14-night voyages from both Barcelona and Southampton. For UK travellers that means the chance to step on board a brand-new luxury ship without going near an airport.
Exact routes vary by sailing, so tell us whether you prefer the Mediterranean, Western Europe or the north and we will match you to the right departure. If no-fly cruising appeals in general, our guide to the best no-fly cruises from the UK compares all the main options.
Who it suits, and who should look elsewhere
Book it if
- You want as much as possible included, especially shore excursions
- You value space, quiet and attentive service over entertainment
- You like the idea of being among the first guests on a new ship
- You would like to sail from Southampton on a luxury ship in 2027
Think twice if
- You are travelling with children
- You want lively nightlife, big shows and waterslides
- You are looking for a short, low-cost break
- You prefer the most informal style of cruising
Frequently asked questions
When is the Seven Seas Prestige maiden voyage?
The maiden voyage departs Barcelona on 13 December 2026. It is a 14-night transatlantic crossing to Miami, calling at Málaga, Madeira and Tortola.
How many guests does Seven Seas Prestige carry?
Around 850 guests, which makes her the largest ship in the Regent fleet, though still small compared with mainstream cruise ships.
What is the Skyview Regent Suite?
The Skyview Regent Suite is the top suite on Seven Seas Prestige. At about 8,800 square feet, Regent describes it as the largest suite on any cruise ship.
Does Seven Seas Prestige sail from Southampton?
Yes. From April 2027 the ship sails in Europe, with 12- and 14-night voyages from Barcelona and Southampton.
Are shore excursions included on Regent?
On most Regent sailings a wide choice of shore excursions is included in the fare, along with dining, drinks and gratuities. The maiden transatlantic offers up to 38 included excursions and the Panama Canal voyage more than 95.
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Ship and itinerary details are taken from Regent Seven Seas Cruises’s own announcements and were correct when we wrote this in September 2026. Cruise lines do change ports, dates and ships, so we confirm everything with you before you book.
