‘Circles of Interest’ From Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Regent Seven Seas Cruises have scheduled three Circles of Interest enrichment programmes which will focus on art and architecture for 2008. Circles of Interest features exclusive onboard and shore-side experiences delivered by world-class lecturers, instructors and authorities from areas of art, cuisine, history, environmental conservation, photography and wellness. Art and architecture-focused Circles of Interest will be offered aboard select summer and autumn trips of Seven Seas Voyager and Seven Seas Navigator. Lisa Hahn, president and founder of Art Horizons International, a special-interest tour company that provides enriching journeys focusing on art, architecture and the performing arts, will lead 2008 cruises featuring artistic and architectural treasures in northern Europe, the Mediterranean, the Adriatic Coast, the Greek Islands and northern Africa.

The Circles of Interest programmes on these cruises will give guests a chance to discover countless masterpieces representing the classic creativity, as well as meeting distinguished contemporary artists who will talk about their pieces and inspirations. Hahn, a trustee of SUNY New Paltz University and board member of The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, has studied art and archaeology at Princeton University and New York University. She will host guests at private receptions, offer informative lectures, and lead tours of art studios, museums and acclaimed art libraries in Africa, Greece, Portugal and Spain. Guests will also have opportunities to interact with other world-class artists and instructors, and enjoy stimulating presentations on classic and contemporary art.

Sophie Vlessing, Regent’s vice president, marketing and strategy commented: “Our 2008 Art and Architecture Circles of Interest programmes feature insightful perspectives on classic and contemporary art from world-class experts, plus an insider’s view into the environments and experiences that influence the creative process. These enlightening journeys also offer the enjoyment of a core group of travellers sharing similar interests. Regent’s art and architecture themed Circles of Interest will deliver truly memorable experiences throughout 2008.”