The Seven Seas Explorer - Regent's Newest Ship

...and I wanna tell ya...she is some ship!!! Welcome to the new reason to travel!

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is building a new ship in Italy's Fincantieri Shipyard that is destined to be the talk of the cruise industry! This all-suite, all-balcony ship will be named Seven Seas Explorer and will sail on the Mediterranean Sea for her maiden voyage.

Think exotic stonework, polished woods, eclectic lighting and rich fabrics with more spacious and sophisticated designer suites and elegant public areas. Think gourmet dining and luxurious spa treatments. (Regent features the Canyon Ranch Spa Club). Regent is looking to create something beyond all expectations with this ship. They want us to have an experience that is more of a lifestyle than just another vacation.

With only about 750 passengers to take care of, the crew of the Seven Seas Explorer is sure to spoil us with a lot more attention than we are accustomed to. The enrichment programs will be provided by the Smithsonian Collection and will surely create a lot of stimulating shipboard conversation. So I'm thinking... intimate ship, designer suites, pampered passengers, fine dining, Mediterranean maiden voyage...yep, I could go for this!

If you think so too, the Seven Seas Explorer begins her life on the legendary Mediterranean Sea on July 20, 2016. Imagine yourself being welcomed at 11 ports on this 14-night itinerary and returning home able to say “Oh yes, I was on the maiden voyage of the Seven Seas Explorer.”

You can share in the building of the Explorer and keep up with her progress at www.RSSC.com/Explorer and begin planning your future voyage aboard this most luxurious Regent ship. And, then call us at Reid Travel (800-248-8404) and secure the itinerary and suite of your choice.

...and I wanna tell ya... that's gonna be some special cruise!

Thanksgiving In Prescott

We spent our Thanksgiving holiday in Pescott Arizona this year.

NO MORES

I am so fortunate to have a son who "likes" to have many pithy conversations with me all the way from California very early in the morning (usually 4:00 - 5:00 A.M. California time). Today (11/9/11) we covered many topics and ended the conversation with a few "No Mores"...places that no longer exist.

I'll start the list: Eckerd's, Burdine's, Jordan Marsh, to name a few. Let's see how many you can name. Come on, join in the fun!

My Grandson Bryan

My Grandson Bryan has just turned 17, which requires a celebration. Well celebrations have some criteria  They should have family, fun, conversation and most importantly, they should have good food. Bryan's maturity is coming along nicely as shown by his choice of restaurant. (was a time it was Chuckie Cheese :-) This year he chose Japan Inn in Weston, which turned out to be an excellent celebratiion. Click the image below to share the fun.

2011 Bryan Birthday

I can't believe college is one year away.  It's time to sell the Beanie Baby collection that I started for him when he was six months old...but would never let him play with them...only look at them and learn their names.  Time marches on!