Ultra-luxe cruise line Regent Seven Seas has officially returned to sailing. 

The company began its first voyage in almost 18 months this week, with the debut of the new Seven Seas Splendor cruise ship sailing from Southampton, England. 

The ship is requiring all guests and crew to be fully vaccinated. 

“This cruise represents yet another huge step forward as we return to luxury travel. I am so excited for our guests who have waited patiently, and for our crew and team members across our global offices who have worked so hard to get to this moment,” said Jason Montague, president and CEO, Regent Seven Seas Cruises. “The Regent family is finally reunited, and we are delighted to provide our guests with the unrivaled Regent experience with every luxury included, while sailing the world, once more.”

Seven Seas Splendor will begin its Caribbean season in the winter, after a few months in the Mediterranean. 

Regent’s Seven Seas Mariner will also begin Caribbean cruises on Dec. 18 out of Miami, along with Seven Seas Navigator on Jan. 6. 

— CJ