Wholly owned by Carlson Hospitality Worldwide, Regent Seven Seas Cruises has hit its stride in the 21st century with a tried-and-true formula -- delightful ships featuring exquisite service, generous staterooms with abundant amenities, a variety of dining options, and superior lecture and enrichment programs, including cooking classes taught by renowned Cordon Bleu-trained chefs.

You want to learn the secrets of cooking like a Cordon Bleu chef (for a charge, of course).

You want to stay connected. Internet packages are reasonably priced by the hour.

A really high-end spa experience is on your agenda.

Connecting cabins are a must. Very few are available, and only the priciest cabins connect.

You can't imagine a Caribbean cruise without the hoopla of pool games and steel bands.

You think dressing up for dinner is too much trouble. Most passengers look forward to the ritual.