Regent Seven Seas Cruises does not charge luggage fees or enforce a strict bag count on its ships, provided your baggage fits safely inside your suite. The cruise line recommends bringing no more than two checked bags and one carry-on per guest. Travelers booked on Regent’s inclusive air packages must follow the specific baggage weight and piece limits of the operating airline.
Baggage Allowance Snapshot
Regent does not charge baggage fees or impose strict bag counts for the voyage itself. Your primary luggage limits will come from the airlines used to reach your port of embarkation.
What can change: Operating airline rules on air-inclusive packages, flight seat cabin (Economy vs. Business/First), and individual cruise port security rules.
Official Source Verification
Baggage rules can vary by fare, cabin, route, operating carrier, traveler status, and purchase channel. BaggageBase separates published rules from practical guidance.
How BaggageBase Checks This Information
We review cruise line guest ticket contracts, maritime safety codes, and terminal handling rules to provide accurate baggage guidance. For Regent Seven Seas Cruises, our research focuses on:
- Guest Ticket Contract Terms: Maritime safety policies, liability terms, and property limits set by Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
- Port and Terminal Security: Pier check-in guidelines, stevedore delivery routines, and carry-on screening rules.
- Fly-Cruise Boundaries: The operational difference between Regent's onboard luggage rules and commercial airline luggage allowances.
- International Maritime Safety (SOLAS): Safety regulations concerning fire risks, in-cabin heat appliances, and electrical items.
Shipboard Baggage Allowances & Suite Storage
Regent Seven Seas Cruises does not charge bag fees or weigh suitcases at the cruise terminal. Because Regent operates luxury voyages that often span several weeks or months, the line allows guests to bring the personal items they need for extended travel.
Practical Luggage Recommendations
While there is no fine or fee for bringing extra suitcases on board, Regent suggests packing no more than two checked bags and one carry-on bag per person. This suggestion helps you manage two common issues:
- Suite Space: All luggage must be unpacked and kept inside your suite. Bags cannot block hallways, doorways, or balcony access.
- Commercial Flights: If you fly to or from the ship, the airlines enforce strict bag counts and weight limits.
Suite Storage
Every cabin on a Regent ship is an all-suite accommodation. These suites feature walk-in closets or large wardrobe areas:
- Under the Bed: Bed frames are raised to let standard suitcases slide underneath. Most rolling bags up to 10 to 12 inches deep fit flat under the bed.
- Oversized Luggage: If a thick hardshell case does not slide under the bed closed, you can store it open under the bed or place it standing inside the walk-in closet.
- Shelves and Safes: Closets provide built-in shelving, hanging space with wooden hangers, and a digital safe for passports and small valuables.
Embarkation Day: Terminal Drop-Off, Tags & Carry-On Protocols
Boarding a Regent cruise involves a simple system where the terminal team handles heavy luggage so you do not have to carry it onto the ship yourself.
1. Attaching Luggage Tags
Before you arrive at the cruise terminal, attach the official Regent luggage tags sent with your cruise documents. You can also print them from your online account.
- Each tag lists your legal name, the ship's name, your sailing date, and your suite number.
- Fasten one tag to each piece of luggage you plan to check with the porters.
- If you do not have printed tags, curbside porters have blank tags at the terminal. They will write your suite number on the tag using the ship's manifest.
2. Curbside Porter Drop-Off
When your car or transfer arrives at the cruise terminal, give your heavy bags to the port porters.
- The porters place your bags into large rolling luggage carts.
- The bags go through port security X-ray scanners before loading onto the ship.
- Tipping curbside porters ($2 to $5 per bag) is standard practice at North American ports, though port rules vary around the world.
3. What to Keep in Your Carry-On
You must keep personal carry-on bags with you as you go through check-in and cross the gangway. Never hand essential items to curbside porters. Always keep these items in your personal bag:
- Passports, visas, and government identification.
- Cruise boarding passes and airline tickets.
- Daily medications in original pharmacy bottles (carry enough for a few extra days).
- Fine jewelry, luxury watches, cameras, and laptops.
- Eyeglasses and an immediate change of clothes in case you want to change before dinner.
4. Suite Delivery
Shipboard crew members deliver checked luggage to staterooms throughout the afternoon. Because staff members must deliver hundreds of suitcases across several decks, delivery happens in stages. Most bags arrive inside or right outside your suite door before evening dinner.
Regent Inclusive Air vs. Cruise Ship Baggage Allowances
Many Regent bookings include roundtrip airfare. It is vital to know that cruise ship baggage rules do not apply to your flights.
Airlines have their own strict baggage policies. Regent books seats on commercial airlines, but Regent does not set airline baggage rules and does not pay airline baggage fees.
| Travel Segment | Who Sets the Rule | Are Luggage Fees Charged? | Typical Weight Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cruise Voyage | Regent Seven Seas Cruises | No ($0 fees for all personal bags) | None (must fit in suite) |
| Economy Class Flights | Operating Airline | Yes (if exceeding ticket allowance) | Usually 50 lbs (23 kg) per checked bag |
| Business / First Flights | Operating Airline | Usually Included (up to ticket limit) | Usually 70 lbs (32 kg) per bag (1–2 bags) |
| Small Charter Transfers | Regional Charter Operator | Strictly Enforced (strict plane payload) | Often capped at 44 lbs (20 kg) total |
Important Air Note: Regent Seven Seas Cruises will not pay or reimburse you for airline baggage fees. If your airline allows one free checked bag and you check two, you must pay the airline directly at the airport counter.
Permitted, Restricted & Prohibited Items
To protect the ship against fire and meet international maritime laws, Regent restricts certain items on board.
Electrical Appliances & Heat Sources
Fire is the most dangerous hazard at sea. For this reason, passenger appliances that generate heat are restricted:
- Hair Styling Tools (Permitted): You can bring curling irons and hair straighteners if they are in good working order. Each suite also has a handheld hair dryer.
- Clothes Irons and Steamers (Prohibited): You cannot bring clothes irons or garment steamers on board. Security will confiscate these items at the terminal and return them when the cruise ends.
- Power Strips and Surge Protectors (Prohibited): Do not pack household power strips or surge protectors. Maritime electrical systems are different from home power grids, and surge protectors can cause electrical fires on a ship. Use multi-port USB wall chargers instead.
Alcohol and Beverages
Regent is an all-inclusive cruise line.
- Onboard Selection: Fine wines, spirits, beer, soda, and specialty coffees are included in your cruise fare across all ship bars, restaurants, and suite minibars.
- Bringing Bottles Onboard: You may bring bottles of wine or champagne on board during embarkation or at ports of call.
- Corkage Fees: Regent charges $0 corkage fees. You can drink your own wine in your suite or bring it to any onboard dining room.
Prohibited Items List
The following items are banned on all Regent ships:
- Firearms, ammunition, realistic replicas, and large knives.
- Illegal drugs and controlled substances (including medical marijuana and CBD products).
- Fireworks, flare guns, and flammable liquids.
- Hoverboards, self-balancing boards, and skateboards.
- Drones: You cannot fly drones from the ship. If you travel with a drone to take photos on land, the ship's security team may hold it in storage while at sea.
Permitted vs. Prohibited Stateroom Items Comparison
The table below shows common travel items and whether you can bring them on a Regent ship:
| Item Category | Permitted Onboard | Prohibited / Confiscated | Rules and Exceptions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clothing Care | Wrinkle release sprays, garment bags | Clothes irons, garment travel steamers | Launderettes have complimentary irons; valet pressing is available. |
| Hair & Grooming | Curling wands, flat irons, electric razors | Large salon heat hoods, open heating elements | Unplug all styling tools as soon as you finish using them. |
| Electronics | Standard USB wall plugs, multi-USB adapters | Surge-protected power strips, extension cords | Ship grids require non-surge adapters to prevent electrical faults. |
| Beverages | Personal wine, champagne, soda | Illicit liquor, open alcohol containers | Wine and spirits are complimentary throughout the ship. |
| Medical Devices | CPAP machines, walkers, manual wheelchairs | Uncertified oxygen tanks, unsealed needle bins | Contact Regent in advance if you need distilled water for a CPAP. |
| Leisure Gear | Binoculars, cameras, e-readers | Drones (for use on the ship) | Flying a drone anywhere from the ship is strictly banned. |
Laundry, Dry Cleaning & Valet Pressing
Because airline baggage limits can make it difficult to pack for long cruises, Regent provides laundry options on every ship. This makes it easy to pack fewer bags.
1. Free Self-Service Launderettes
Every ship in the Regent fleet has free self-service launderettes located on passenger suite decks.
- Launderettes feature modern washers, dryers, and ironing boards with steam irons.
- Laundry detergent and fabric softener are provided free of charge.
- Opening hours are posted in the daily ship newsletter (Passages). Launderettes close late at night so running machines do not disturb nearby suites.
2. Valet Laundry & Garment Pressing
Full-service laundry, garment pressing, and dry cleaning are also available on board:
- Included Valet Laundry: Guests staying in higher-tier suites (such as Regent, Master, and Grand Suites) and top-tier Seven Seas Society members receive complimentary valet laundry throughout their cruise.
- Standard Suites: Guests in other suites can send out laundry and pressing for an itemized fee added to their onboard account.
- Turnaround: Laundry bags and order slips are located in your suite closet. Regular service returns clothes within 24 to 48 hours.
Door-to-Door Luggage Delivery Services
If you do not want to carry heavy bags through airports or train stations, you can use a luggage shipping service. Regent partners with Luggage Forward to offer door-to-door luggage handling.
How Door-to-Door Shipping Works
- Home Pickup: A courier picks up your bags from your house or office several days or weeks before your cruise.
- Customs Handling: The delivery service handles customs clearance paperwork for international voyages.
- Delivery to the Ship: The bags go straight to the port and are placed in your suite before you board.
- Return Home: At the end of your cruise, bags can be collected at the terminal and shipped directly back to your home.
Booking and Cost
- Door-to-door luggage shipping is an optional service with separate fees paid directly to Luggage Forward.
- Pricing depends on how many bags you send, how much they weigh, and the distance to the port.
- You should book this service 30 to 45 days before your sail date to ensure enough transit time.
Disembarkation Baggage Procedures
On the final night of your cruise, the ship uses a simple luggage retrieval system so you do not have to carry heavy bags off the ship yourself.
1. Tagging Bags on the Final Night
On the second-to-last day of the voyage, your suite steward will deliver colored luggage tags with numbers.
- These colors and numbers match your departure time and onward transfer plans.
- Write your home address and contact details on the tags and attach them to your main suitcases.
- Set these suitcases in the hallway outside your suite door before the evening cutoff time (usually between 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM).
- Keep an overnight bag: Do not pack your passport, daily medications, reading glasses, or the clothes and shoes you plan to wear off the ship the next morning.
2. Luggage Offloading
Crew members collect the bags from the corridors during the night and store them in the hold. Once the ship docks and local authorities clear the vessel, the crew unloads the luggage into the terminal claim hall.
3. Claiming Bags in the Terminal
- Eat breakfast and wait in your designated onboard lounge until staff call your tag color or number.
- Walk down the gangway into the terminal baggage hall.
- Find the area displaying your tag color and pick up your suitcases.
- Take your bags through customs clearance and proceed to your airport bus, private car, or taxi.
Regent Cruise Luggage Checklist
Use this checklist when packing your bags to avoid terminal delays and airline baggage surprises.
- Attach Regent bag tags before leaving home. Porters need your suite number clearly visible to direct your bags to the right cabin.
- Pack essential medications in your carry-on bag. Checked bags take several hours to reach your suite on embarkation afternoon.
- Check operating airline luggage limits. If Regent booked your flights, your airline ticket still governs your bag count and weight rules.
- Leave clothes irons and steamers at home. Security staff will confiscate heat-generating pressing tools at terminal screening.
- Use USB charging hubs instead of surge-protected strips. Surge suppressors are a fire risk on shipboard power grids and are banned.
- Request CPAP distilled water before your cruise. Notify Regent Guest Services in advance so your room steward has water ready in your suite.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Regent Seven Seas Cruises charge luggage fees at the port?
No. Regent Seven Seas Cruises does not charge fees for luggage brought onto the ship. You do not pay per-bag fees or overweight bag charges at the cruise terminal.
How many bags can I bring on a Regent cruise?
Regent does not enforce a strict bag count on the ship, but the line recommends bringing no more than two checked bags and one carry-on bag per person. All bags must be stored inside your suite during the sailing.
If Regent booked my flights, are my airline baggage fees covered?
No. Regent’s air program covers your seat fare, but guests are responsible for paying any baggage fees charged by the commercial airline. While international Business Class fares often include checked bags, travelers in Economy must pay any carrier bag charges directly at airport check-in.
Can I carry my own luggage onto the ship instead of checking it?
Yes. You may roll your own suitcases through terminal security and across the gangway. However, any bag you carry yourself must fit through standard airport-style X-ray machines at the port terminal.
Are clothes irons allowed in Regent staterooms?
No. Travel irons and clothes steamers are banned in suites due to maritime fire regulations. Regent ships provide complimentary self-service launderettes with irons and ironing boards, as well as full-service valet pressing.
Can I bring my own wine or liquor on board?
Yes. Fine wines, spirits, and beers are already included in your Regent cruise fare, but you can bring personal bottles of wine or champagne on board. Regent does not charge corkage fees if you drink your wine in your suite or at a ship restaurant.
What should I do if my suitcase does not fit under the bed?
Regent suite beds have clearance underneath to fit standard rolling bags. If an extra-thick hardshell bag does not slide under while zipped shut, open the suitcase flat and slide it under the bed, or stand it up inside your walk-in wardrobe.
Can I bring a CPAP machine on board?
Yes. CPAP and BiPAP devices are permitted as medical equipment. You should carry your machine on board by hand rather than checking it with porters. You can ask Regent Guest Services for distilled water and an extension cord for your suite before you sail.
Baggage rules, item restrictions, and terminal procedures can vary by port, sailing itinerary, and booking type. The official passenger contract and terms of Regent Seven Seas Cruises always prevail over third-party summaries.
