TRAVELCruise ship tours: Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Seven Seas MarinerLuxury line Regent's 700-passenger Seven Seas Mariner, shown here in a file photo, recently emerged from a major makeover in dry dock that brought significant changes to cabins and public areas.Regent Seven Seas MarinerOriginally unveiled in 2001, the Seven Seas Mariner was the first all-suite, all-balcony cruise ship and still is considered one of the most luxurious vessels afloat.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYOriginal unveiled in 2001, the Seven Seas Mariner was built at the Chantiers de L'Atlantique shipyard in France.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe Seven Seas Mariner's main pool deck received upgrades during the overhaul of the ship that included new mosaic tile work.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe teak-lined main pool deck is home to three whirlpools in addition to a salt water main pool.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYLounge chairs surround the main pool on two levels.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYAmong luxury touches on the Seven Seas Mariner, lounge chairs are covered in plush towel-like fabric during the day.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYMore lounge chairs are located along the sides of the ship's top deck.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYLocated at the front of the the Seven Seas Mariner on Deck 12, the Observation Lounge offers sweeping views over the bow of the ship.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe Observation Lounge was completely revamped during the recent overhaul of the Seven Seas Mariner.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe bar at the Observation Lounge.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYloungeGene Sloan, USA TODAYloungeGene Sloan, USA TODAYloungeGene Sloan, USA TODAYA grand piano in the Mariner Lounge is the site of nightly live entertainment.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYloungeGene Sloan, USA TODAYloungeGene Sloan, USA TODAYloungeGene Sloan, USA TODAYAlso revamped during the overhaul of the Seven Seas Mariner was the Horizon Lounge, located at the back of the ship on Deck 6.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe Seven Seas Mariner has a central Atrium that is home to reception and destination desks.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYGlass elevators soar seven decks high in the central Atrium.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe main stairway in the Seven Seas Mariner's Atrium.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYShowroomGene Sloan, USA TODAYrestaurantGene Sloan, USA TODAYrestaurantGene Sloan, USA TODAYsteakhouseGene Sloan, USA TODAYwineGene Sloan, USA TODAYFreshly renovated in rich gold and blue tones, Signatures is a reservations-required, 84-seat French-specialty dining venue on Deck 6.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYcoffee stationGene Sloan, USA TODAYLocated on Deck 4, a small casino offers blackjack, roulette, stud poker, mini-craps and slot machines.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe Seven Seas Mariner's casino opens when the ship is at sea.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe small slot machine area in the Seven Seas Mariner' casino.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe Seven Seas Mariner features 350 rooms, the most common of which are the Deluxe Veranda Suites.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYDeluxe Veranda Suites feature a separate sitting area with a sofa, table and desk.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe Seven Seas Mariner was the first all-suite, all-balcony cruise ship, and every room features a separate sitting area.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYBathrooms in Deluxe Veranda Suites are lined in marble with stone countertops.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYDeluxe Veranda Suite bathrooms have large walk-in showers.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe toilet area of a Deluxe Veranda Suite bathroom.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYDeluxe Veranda Suite bathrooms feature L'Occitane toiletries.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYA built-in vanity desk is located just outside the bathroom in Deluxe Veranda Suites.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYEven the smallest rooms on the Seven Seas Mariner such as the Deluxe Veranda Suite feature walk-in closets.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYWalk-in closets in Deluxe Veranda Suites offer a private safe.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYA small table next to the bed in Deluxe Veranda Suites features a phone.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYElectrical outlets in Seven Seas Mariner suites accept both U.S.-style and Europe-style plugs.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYMiniature refrigerators in every suite are stocked with complimentary sodas, beer and water.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYAll Seven Seas Mariner suites come with DVD players.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYAn outdoor promenade on Deck 6 offers passengers a chance to stroll in the open air.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe back third of the Seven Seas Mariner's top deck area is devoted to activities such as shuffleboard, golf putting and croquet.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYDeck-top activities include a putting green with artificial turf.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYGolf clubs and balls are available around-the-clock on deck.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYSeven Seas Mariner's sports deck also features an area for practicing golf swings.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYA sports court is located at the back of the ship.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYAn area for croquet and bocce also is located on the sports deck.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYBocce balls are available for play on the Bocce court.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYDay beds in a shady area atop the Seven Seas Mariner.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe Seven Seas Mariner features a stylish, contemporary decor, as can be seen in this view of an elevator hall.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe Seven Seas Mariner library is located on Deck 6 and offers a large selection of fiction and non-fiction hardbacks that can be borrowed during sailings.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe Seven Seas Mariner library also stocks a wide variety of games.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYPassengers also will find a large selection of movies on DVD in the library that they can borrow to play in their suites at no cost.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYNext to the library on Deck 6 is a card room that doubles as a conference space.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe card room features a series of tables that can be used for multiple purposes.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYCabin decks feature complimentary, self-serve laundry rooms with washers, dryers and ironing tables.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYDuty free shops located on Deck 7 of the Seven Seas Mariner offer Regent Seven Seas Cruises logo wear, jewelry, perfumes, swim wear, designer resort wear and precious stones.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYdestination servicesGene Sloan, USA TODAYThe reception desk is located on Deck 5.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYA concierge desk located at the bottom of the central Atrium on Deck 5.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYartGene Sloan, USA TODAYThe hallway leading to the Horizon Lounge boasts circular windows looking out over the sea.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYAn outdoor seating area on the Seven Seas Mariner.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYThe pool grill, located near the main pool, features a buffet area with fruit, salads and other items.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYA desert table at the outdoor Pool Grill.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYFruit salad and other snacks at the open-air Pool Grill, which is located just steps away from the pool.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYA seating area on the top deck of the Seven Seas Mariner.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYA seating area on Seven Seas Mariner.Gene Sloan, USA TODAYA buoy atop the Seven Seas Mariner.Gene Sloan, USA TODAY