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T​​​​​here are family cruises that take you places, and then there are journeys that change how you experience them. With Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the difference lies in the details: all-inclusive ease, immersive shore experiences, and itineraries that invite you into the story of a place. Nowhere is that more evident than in Alaska and the Mediterranean—two vastly different regions, united by their ability to inspire awe.

For the Nature-Loving Family. Alaska is not subtle—and that’s precisely the point. Sailing through the Inside Passage, you’ll witness glaciers calving into Disenchantment Bay with a thunderous crack, mist rising from evergreen forests, and whales breaking the surface just beyond your ship’s balcony. In Hubbard Glacier, towering ice walls meet the sea, while surrounding waters are home to humpback whales, orcas, sea otters, sea lions, bald eagles, and harbor seals. In Icy Strait Point, brown bears are often seen along shorelines and forested areas, and Sitka Sound is known for whale activity and eagle nesting.

For the Culinary-Curious Family. Dining on local cuisine while surrounded by untamed wilderness is a thrilling experience. On board, menus lean into seasonality and provenance, and ashore, excursions invite you to taste Alaska at its source. In Juneau, dishes are often centered on Alaska king crab, Dungeness crab, and wild sockeye salmon, and Ketchikan’s harbor area is known for smoked fish stands and longstanding fishing traditions. In Sitka, Japanese and Indigenous influences appear alongside local catches like black cod and salmon, straight from the surrounding Sitka Sound fishery.

For the Culture-Seeking Family. Beyond the glaciers lies a rich human story. Visits to Sitka, Skagway, and Juneau reveal a deep Indigenous heritage, Gold Rush lore, and frontier resilience. In these port towns, history is etched into the streets, the totem poles, and the storytelling traditions that continue to influence Alaska’s identity.

For the Nature-Loving Family. The Mediterranean is full of contrast—craggy coastlines, cobalt waters, and villages that feel carved into the landscape itself. Itineraries with Regent Seven Seas Cruises span hundreds of ports across the region, including Mykonos, Naples, Monte Carlo, and Barcelona, alongside smaller harbors in the Greek Isles, Adriatic, and French and Italian Rivieras. Families can explore volcanic cliffs rising above Santorini’s caldera, pine-fringed bays along the Dalmatian coast, olive-dotted hills above the Amalfi shoreline, and protected coves perfect for swimming, where the water fades from deep blue to glassy turquoise.

For the Culinary-Curious Family. This is a region where meals are always tied to tradition. From Provençal markets to Tuscan vineyards, Regent’s shore experiences focus on culinary discovery, while onboard dining mirrors the journey with menus inspired by the very ports you’ve just explored. In Barcelona, wander La Boqueria Market, where tapas culture is on full display, and in Aix-en-Provence, stalls brim with olives, herbs, and goat cheese. In Naples, families can taste pizza in its birthplace, where the dish was invented in the 18th century and is still served today in its most classic form.

For the Culture-Seeking Family. Few places in the world carry such dense history. In a single voyage, you might walk ancient Roman roads, step inside Renaissance masterpieces, and meander through centuries-old villages that hum with modern life. The marble streets of Ephesus showcase a remarkably preserved Roman city, while Dubrovnik’s Old Town, enclosed by medieval stone walls, reflects centuries of maritime power.