Luxury cruising continues to reinvent the family travel game with 5-star stays, floating through incredible destinations around the world. If your family is looking for fine dining, world-class accommodations, breathtaking views and immersive cultural experiences at some of the most sought-after destinations in the tourism industry, a high-end cruise is definitely the way to go.
Check out the luxury cruise line world with one of Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ two new shore excursion offerings, Go Local Tours and Regent Choice small group tours.
Available on 2019 Mediterranean and Northern Europe voyages, Regent Seven Seas created 122 small, local experiences — 50 included as Unlimited Shore Excursions. Voyages for the 2019 season include Spain, Greece, Finland, Argentina and Uruguay — no expenses spared when it comes to family memories and modern comforts.
Families and guests of Regent Seven Seas Cruises can feel more like locals and less like tourists with the help of Go Local Tours. Picture the kids spending the day on a family-owned farm in Andalusia’s lush countryside, or with locals on the shores of Portofino.
Learn about generations-old family businesses from sitting with local Spanish farmers, engaging in local cheese-making traditions or hopping on a fishing boat and learning the tricks-of-the trade from Italian fisherman in the picturesque coastal town of Portofino.
One novel aspect of the Go Local Tours that may appeal to families, especially for curious and active travelers, is the hands-on experiences. Immersing the family in a new destination and culture is a great way to truly experience the world, including everyday life of the locals. You’ll walk away from the trip with an appreciation and deeper connection with the land, beyond just passing through with a tour group.
Regent Cruises introduced Unlimited Shore Excursions in 2009, kind of upping the standard for luxury cruise lines. This complimentary amenity is an added perk of the all-inclusive price option for Regent and a huge draw for active families seeking experiences on and off shore. With just 16 guests able to tour at a time, the intimate setting is a great option for younger kids who don’t handle crowds as well, or for those in the family more interested in the region than others. You can easily split up into groups and take the culture-seekers on a tour excursion and leave the cruise lovers on the ship for the day.
Head off into the unknown with an experienced guide and like-minded travelers, all seeking a more hands-on and local experience.
If your family is looking for something else, no problem: Regent offers around 250 tour options on its Mediterranean cruises.
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