SEVEN SEAS SPLENDOR CHRISTENED

Regent Seven Seas Cruises hosted a christening gala in Miami to celebrate the arrival of new ship Seven Seas Splendor.

The sparkling addition is helmed by Captain Serena Melani – the first woman to head up a newly built ocean cruise ship. And adding to its luxe status, honorary godmother, supermodel Christie Brinkley, delivered the traditional maritime blessing before pressing a button that sent a 15-litre Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut Champagne smashing against the ship’s hull to symbolically welcome the newest member of the Regent fleet.

“Gorgeous is the word I use to describe Seven Seas Splendor,” said Brinkley. “My parents cruised on Regent ships, and if they were here today, they would be so excited and proud for me to be godmother to Seven Seas Splendor.” Turn to page 30 for a first look at the glamorous newcomer.