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Regent Seven Seas Grandeur – Video

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Regent Seven Seas Grandeur – Video

This video was filmed of the Seven Seas Grandeur’s first visit to the historic City of LiverpoolSeven Seas Grandeur is an Ultra-Luxary cruise 

ship operated. It’s the third vessel in the Explorer Class, known for its all-inclusive experience and high staff-to-guest ratio. The ship debuted in November 2023 and features a reimagined Compass Rose restaurant, a state-of-the-art spa, and luxurious accommodations. 

Key Features:

  • All-inclusive experience:Seven Seas Grandeur offers a luxurious, all-inclusive experience with gourmet dining, included excursions, and premium beverages. 
  • Luxurious accommodations:The ship features spacious suites with private balconies, plush bedding, and high-end amenities. 
  • Culinary excellence:It boasts multiple restaurants, including the reimagined Compass Rose, offering a variety of dining experiences. 
  • Wellness and spa:The ship features a state-of-the-art spa with treatment rooms, thermal suites, and a relaxation area. 
  • Art and design:The ship showcases a blend of art and bold décor, creating a sophisticated and striking ambience. 
  • Sister ship to Seven Seas Explorer and Seven Seas Splendor:It shares similarities in size and layout with its sister ships, but with unique enhancements. 

Destinations:

  • Seven Seas Grandeur offers cruises in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Northern Europe.
  • In 2025 and 2026, the ship will visit various destinations, providing opportunities to explore these regions in style. 

This video will give you a full tour of the Seven Seas Grandeur:

Carnival Legend Completes 20 Years in Service

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Carnival Legend photo credit Spacejunkie2 (Flickr)

Twenty years ago, the Carnival Legend arrived in New York City for its debut in the United States.

The first of two cruise ships that entered service for Carnival Cruise Line in 2002, the Spirit-Class vessel docked in a stateside port for the first time on September 22, 2022.

On that day, the Legend concluded a 15-night transatlantic crossing before kicking off its first cruise to Canada and New England.

The 11-night voyage included visits to Boston, Portland, Quebec City, Sydney and Halifax before returning to New York City.

As part of its inaugural program, the Legend offered additional itineraries departing from New York City as well as cruises departing from Philadelphia and Baltimore in October.

The 2,100-guest vessel then arrived in Fort Lauderdale – the homeport for its first winter season in the Caribbean – in November.

Prior to its arrival in the United States, the Legend became the first Carnival ship to offer cruises in Europe.

Soon after being delivered from Kvaerner Masa-Yards in August, the ship sailed two different cruises to Northern Europe and the Baltic.

Continuing Carnival’s Spirit Class, the Legend followed the 2001-built Carnival Spirit and the 2001-built Carnival Pride. A fourth vessel in the series, the Carnival Miracle, entered service in 2004.

Designed with a multi-deck atrium, a glass-enclosed pool deck and a large number of cabins with private balconies, the ship underwent a major refurbishment in 2014.

The multi-million-dollar renovation included the additions of the Green Thunder, one of the steepest and fastest waterslides at sea; the tropics-inspired RedFrog Pub; and a full-service sushi restaurant called Bonsai Sushi.

Currently sailing from Baltimore, the Legend last saw a drydock in 2021. At the time, it received Carnival’s new livery, as well as general maintenance and upkeep.

In addition to the Carnival Legend, the Carnival Conquest also debuted in 2002.