We just returned from O trip Istanbul to Venice. We love Regent but overall the cost and itineraries O offers are very appealing. We had a wonderful time. The casual dress is a real plus. We had a PH so we bought a case of water in istanbul and kept them in the refrig, also had bulter keep it stocked with diet coke & sprite we brought our own liquor on with us so that we had cocktails in the room prior to going to dinner and they dont have any program with you doing this as long as you dont walk around with the cocktails. You have to get use to signing for soda and water but in the overall picture the longer itineraries are appealing. The 2 specialty restaurants are as good if not better than Regent the Main dining room doesnt compare to Compass Rose. They do book up rather quickly so if you want a certain room you should book it.
Penny