Packing: Regent Seven Seas Splendor

We’re getting ready for an amazing journey—starting in New York City on November 1, then boarding the Regent Seven Seas Splendor cruise on November 2. Since we’ll be moving between the cool, crisp autumn weather of NYC and the warm, tropical climate of the cruise, this packing list is designed to help us stay comfortable, prepared, and stylish every step of the way.

🗽 Packing for New York City (Nov 1–2)

🌤️ Weather Forecast

• Highs: 55–60°F (13–16°C)

• Lows: 42–48°F (6–9°C)

• Chance of rain, breezy conditions

  
  

👚 What We’ll Bring for NYC

• ✅ Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers

• ✅ Long-sleeve shirts, sweaters, and base layers

• ✅ Jeans or casual pants

• ✅ Light to medium-weight jacket (e.g., trench, fleece, or packable down)

• ✅ Scarf and light gloves (optional)

• ✅ Compact umbrella or light rain jacket

• ✅ Crossbody bag or small backpack

  
  

👜 Accessories for the City

• Sunglasses

• Lip balm & hand cream

• Phone + charger

• Power bank

• Printed or digital tickets (for any museums or tours)

  

🖼️ Day 1: Exploring Central Park & a Museum

We plan to explore Central Park after dropping our bags at the hotel, and possibly visit a museum nearby like:

• The Met (Metropolitan Museum of Art)

• American Museum of Natural History

We'll be walking quite a bit, so layers and comfortable shoes are key.

🌇 Day 2: Empire State Building or Top of the Rock

We’ll visit one of NYC’s iconic observation decks before heading to the cruise terminal. It gets chilly and windy at the top, so we’ll bring:

• An extra layer or windbreaker

• Our luggage stored at the hotel (check with the front desk)

• A small bag for documents and essentials

  
  

🚢 Packing for Regent Seven Seas Splendor Cruise

👗 Daytime Clothing

• Lightweight casual outfits (shorts, polos, t-shirts, sundresses)

• Swimsuits and cover-ups

• Flip-flops or sandals

• Sunhat, sunglasses, and reef-safe sunscreen

• Workout wear

• Small bag for excursions

  
  

🌙 Evening Attire (Elegant Casual)

• Women: Dresses, skirts, or pants with blouses

• Men: Slacks with collared shirts (blazers optional)

• Optional: Cocktail attire or a suit and tie for formal nights

⚠️ Note: No jeans, shorts, or t-shirts in dining venues after 6:00 p.m.

🧳 Cruise Essentials

• Passports + photocopies

• Cruise documents & boarding passes

• Medications (including motion sickness options)

• Chargers + travel adapters (U.S. standard outlets onboard)

• Power strip (non-surge protected)

• Waterproof phone pouch

• Reading material or e-reader

• Laundry bag or Ziplocs

• Magnetic hooks (for extra cabin storage)

✅ Additional Tips

• Most hotels offer luggage storage after checkout if we have time before boarding.

• Keep all travel documents, valuables, and meds in our carry-on/personal bag.

• Confirm boarding time for the cruise so we can plan our morning in NYC.