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PHOTO: Regent’s Seven Seas Explorer’s infinity pool will look over destinations of historical and political intrigue (Courtesy Regent Cruises)<\/p><\/div>\n

Christopher Columbus, Amerigo Vespucci, and Ferdinand Magellan didn\u2019t have umbrella drinks in their hands or a midnight<\/span> buffet to dine off of when they set out on maritime adventures of discovery to exotic, new worlds. But exploration and excitement still exist on the high seas. Port visits don\u2019t have to be seashell shopping and beach books. Today\u2019s travelers want a spoonful of medicine with their sugar \u2013 and Regent Seven Seas Cruises presents a prescription for sophistication. The clich\u00e9d Hawaiian print shirt and on-deck shuffleboard games will be vanquished to history when, in 2016, the cruise line will debut \u201cExplorer.\u201d Intriguing ports of call will include historical, complex cities such as Istanbul, Jerusalem, Athens and Rome.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur guests are seasoned world travelers who enjoy exploring exciting destinations,\u201d says Regent spokesperson Jason Lasecki, who explains a new partnership with the Smithsonian Institute. \u201cThis new enrichment program brings charismatic experts \u2013 from noted art historians to prominent authors and geopolitical experts – onboard to lead spirited discussions about the people, politics, and customs of the destinations we visit.\u201d<\/p>\n

Imagine the intellectual satisfaction of knowing why Istanbul, a city divided by the Bosphorus River putting parts of town in either Asia or Europe, was first called Byzantium and then Constantinople. How about understanding that the modern tension you\u2019ll feel in the Old City of Jerusalem is due in part to the fact that the world\u2019s three major religions each stake claims to parts of the walled city and coexist there? You\u2019d know how to recognize evidence of the Greek financial crisis before you set foot in Athens. The estimated value of the Vatican art collection? $17-billion, you may be told, just before you see it for yourself. Regent cruises also explore Lisbon, Venice, Monte Carlo and nose through the Panama Canal.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe closely monitor the geopolitical situation at our destinations and if we have any concerns about the well-being of our guests we make itinerary changes,\u201d Lasecki says.<\/p>\n

It won\u2019t likely be security matters that have its\u2019 750 passengers eager to return to \u201cSeven Seas\u2019 Explorer.\u201d It\u2019s already touted as the most luxurious ship ever built. \u201cOur passengers come back after a day of touring to gourmet restaurants and pampering with an unmatched level of service,\u201d Lasecki says. An all-inclusive booking can include business class airfare and airport transfers; unlimited, in-suite spa treatments; specialty dining; unlimited shore excursions; fine wines and beverages (yes, including the mini-bar); free wifi and pre-paid gratuities. Each cabin is a balcony suite and culinary instruction is available by on-board master chefs if your want to explore like Captain Cook and then\u2026cook. Regent\u2019s Seven Seas Cruises are sizzling.<\/p>\n

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Michael Patrick Shiels may be contacted at\u00a0<\/em>InviteYourself@aol.com<\/a>\u00a0or via TravelTattler.com\u00a0His talk show can be heard weekday mornings in\u00a0Lansing\u00a0on 92.1 FM.<\/em><\/p>\n

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