Hi all: I see you all talking about AMEX and ship board credits....
because this is our fist sailing coming up w/ Regent - is this something I should know about? I have seen people writing about how the "amex as waiting for them during the cruise"? are these points accum. from previous cruises, etc? or somehting I hould be looking for - or figuring out?

thanks for your patience with this question.......

Tracy, here is some info on the AMEX cards. In addition to the info below, I think that the Blue Sky card also gives you a $250 per STATEROOM credit. It appears the offer is only good for 2009 but since the card carries no annual fee, it's still a good deal!


AMEX PLATINUM/CENTURION shipboard credit info


Blue Sky from American Express
Experience more on your next journey! From exotic sailings to Antarctica to the historic ports of Europe, your American Express Blue Sky Card now takes your cruise experience to the next level through the end of 2009. What will you use your $250 credit for? Maybe a relaxing massage or an exciting shore excursion – it’s up to you!
Cruise Line Amenities
Regent Seven Seas Cruises • $250 per stateroom shipboard credit

Here is the complete list of cruise lines and their AMEX Platinum/Centurion benefits:


The world of cruising gets richer every year. New ships set sail. New services abound. New itineraries reach to the world's far corners. New easygoing lifestyles offer more choices than ever before, including casual dress and flexible dining options.

Cruise Privileges makes your sailing experience even richer.
Sail for six days or longer with one of our world-class partners and enjoy these complimentary extras on any qualifying cruise:

• A $300 per stateroom shipboard creditor a two category stateroom upgrade, depending on the cruise line and stateroom category booked.


• Additional exclusive amenities unique to each cruise line



Cruise Privileges Partners
Crystal Cruises
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
The Yachts of Seabourn
Silversea Cruises
Holland America Line
Princess Cruises
Cunard Line
Windstar Cruises


Participating Cruise Lines

Crystal Cruises
Voted the world's best large ship cruise line by Travel + Leisure for eleven consecutive years, Crystal Cruises is renowned for elegant surroundings and exceptional service based on your personal preferences. Crystal's luxurious ships pamper guests with market-fresh cuisines, a 20,000-bottle wine cellar, in-room Internet access, a Feng Shui-designed spa, and extensive entertainment choices. Also, be sure to experience the array of complimentary enrichment programs, including Berlitz, Yamaha, The Society of Wine Educators, and the Cleveland Clinic.
Exclusive Amenities

# $300 per stateroom shipboard credit
# Complimentary shore excursion (maximum value $250 per stateroom)2
Cruise Destinations

Africa, Canada and New England, The Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, Panama Canal, Asia, World Cruise
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Luxury Goes ExploringSM aboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises, a distinctive fleet of elegant ships designed for hundreds of guests rather than thousands. Each six-star vessel shares an ambience that's upscale but not uptight. Hone your cooking skills at exclusive Le Cordon Blue workshops and enjoy other signature programs like Spas by Carita of Paris and the new Travel Concierge. Enjoy experiences that are customized and unique - and now included onboard are beverages, gratuities and a stocked mini-bar!
Exclusive Amenities

# $300 per stateroom shipboard credit
# Exclusive behind-the-scenes tour
Cruise Destinations

Alaska, Antarctica, Asia, The Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, Panama Canal, South America, South Pacific, World Cruise
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The Yachts of Seabourn
Uncompromising luxury characterizes The Yachts of Seabourn, intimate 208-guest ships that offer virtually one staff member per guest. Seabourn's Signature DelightsSM include such amenities as all-suite accommodations (many with balconies), open-seating dining, an open bar, and a no-tipping policy. Complimentary Massage Moments and Caviar in the SurfSM are among the many signature experiences provided.
Exclusive Amenities

# $300 per suite shipboard credit
# Exclusive "suite dreams" turndown service (once per cruise)
# Complimentary bottle of wine
Cruise Destinations

Asia, Eastern Seaboard, The Caribbean, Europe, Panama Canal, South America, Costa Rica, Mexico
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Silversea Cruises
Often chosen the world's best small ship cruise line by Leading travel publications, Silversea Cruises exhibits a passion for perfection. More than 80% of the all-suite accommodations feature private verandas. Enjoy open-seating dining, inspired cuisine, and complimentary wines, spirits, and beverages. All onboard gratuities are included. Complimentary excursions ensure that guest Go to know.
Exclusive Amenities

# $300 per suite shipboard credit
# Complimentary bottle of premium champagne
# Exclusive bridge tour
Cruise Destinations

Africa, Asia, The Caribbean, Northern Europe and The Baltic, Mexico, The Mediterranean, South America, The Far East, South Pacific, Transoceanic World Cruise
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Holland America
Blending some of the world's most desirable destinations with enriching onboard experiences, Holland America Line's elegant ships are renowned for gracious, unobtrusive service, diverse dining choices, and extraordinary amenities such as the Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine®. Relax in spacious, well-appointed staterooms and the expanded Greenhouse Spa & Salon. Broaden your horizons with the Explorations Speaker Series and the Explorations Café, powered by The New York Times.
Exclusive Amenities

# Two-category upgrade on outside staterooms or $300 per suite shipboard credit
# Complimentary dinner at the Pinnacle Grill (available first night only)
# Welcome bottle of champagne
Cruise Destinations

Alaska, Asia, Canada and New England, The Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, The Panama Canal, South America, Australia & New Zealand, World Cruise
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Princess Cruises
With ships that are grand in amenities, Princess Cruises offers a personal onboard experience that's called "Big Ship Choice, Small Ship Feel." Escape to a world of intimate pleasures and a wide breadth of activities, such as swimming, shopping, the Lotus Spa®, and ScholarShip@Sea® enrichment. Dine in the style that suits you, with a choice of Traditional Dining or more flexible Anytime Dining. Look forward to stunning views - thanks to a high percentage of affordable balconies.
Exclusive Amenities

# Two-category upgrade on staterooms and mini-suites, or $300 per suite shipboard credit2
# Complimentary dinner in an alternative dining venue (available first night only)
# Welcome bottle of champagne
Cruise Destinations

Africa, Alaska, Asia, Canada and New England, The Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, The Panama Canal, South America, South Pacific, Australia/New Zealand, World Cruise
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Cunard
Getting there is half the fun aboard The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the WorldSM, where dashing British officers and a solicitous staff recreate the Golden Age of Travel. Since 1840, Cunard Line has launched nearly 180 liners, along with enough firsts and foremosts to be forever inscribed in maritime history. Today's opulent liners embody that innovative tradition. Look forward to culinary flair, White Star Service, unparalleled cultural arts, and some of the largest ballrooms at sea.
Exclusive Amenities

# $300 per stateroom shipboard credit on outside cabins and above
# Exclusive Embarkation
# Welcome bottle of wine
Cruise Destinations

Asia, Canada & New England
The Caribbean, Europe, South America, Transatlantic, World Cruise
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Windstar Cruises
With the snap of crisp white sails, a Windstar cruise becomes an adventure. Life as you know it will be 180° from Ordinary®. Aboard these intimate yacht-like ships you're free to experience the life of the truly pampered. Relax with a massage in the Salon/Spa, with the playful options of the Water Sports Platform and the tasteful surroundings of your ocean-view guest room. Savor cuisine that entices with freshness and creativity in restaurants where you never need a jacket and tie.
Exclusive Amenities

# $300 per stateroom shipboard credit
# Exclusive "Romance Under Sail" amenities package
Cruise Destinations

The Caribbean, Costa Rica, The Greek Isles, The Mediterranean, The Panama Canal, Transatlantic Cruises

Just FYI, it's a bit different for the Canadian Amex Platinum card. Princess is not on the list, but the rest of the list is the same. Ha to the exclusive cocktail party, did not happen on the PG! Here is the list:

Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Cunard
Seabourn
Silversea Cruises
Holland America Line
Crystal Cruises
Windstar

It's nice to know we can get this if we ever decide to go downscale to HAL.

Wendy, I'm not seeing the cocktail party mentioned up there, maybe I'm missing something. But our last few cruises have had a "behind the scenes" tour in place of the cocktail party.

Oh sorry, the Amex Canada website mentions it still, i.e.:

* $300 USD per stateroom shipboard credit
* Exclusive cocktail reception with the ship's captain and/or officers
* Exclusive embarkation (and early embarkation, subject to availability)

Got our credit promptly with no problem. That was it. We did get invited to the bridge for a special sailthrough in Rangiroa, but I doubt that was related to Amex status.

The early embarkation would have been nice, although I would have had to know about it, being off in a hotel a $30 cab ride away.

ok, you all cannot see me - but I am doing a "yea - more money on the cruise" dance!
Thank you for taking the time to address for me! very appreciated!!!!

thanks!

The exclusive embarkation thing hasn't happened the last several times we've embarked in Ft. Lauderdale, so that may very well be another thing of the past. I tried once, and the guy just looked at me. The very first time we got on in FLL, we were welcomed as Platinum card holders, but then we were the only people in sight at that moment.

Tracysue, may we assume that B&K is your cruise agent? Some agents don't jump through the myriad of hoops that Amex requires of them, in order to get this credit for us.

Hi Pam -

no b&k is not - that must be 1 of the requirements?
I have not checked everything out - I know we have amex - platinum, etc.... but - not B & K as our cruise agent....

tracysue, you don't need to use Brown and Keene as your agent, so it is not one of the requirements!

The only time I have seen the exclusive embarkation was on SAND, I think? The AMEX line was longer than the regular check in so we just checked in the normal way.

No, no, I'm so sorry you thought that! It's just that all agencies have to do some extra work to gain that on board credit for their clients; you might ask your agent if he/she does this. I'd just hate for you to get on the ship and be disappointed.

And, no matter who your agent is, please stick around and chat with us about Regent. We love to do that.

ok, I'm back to dancing! I will check it out! Thanks so much!!!